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Arizona republican., 1903-08-30
TURKISH ACTIVITY.

Salonica, Friday, Aug. 2S.-It is an- nounced that the seven battalionS of Turkish troops which have been invest ing Neyska (captured August 27 by the insurgents. who killed 200 of the 24O men composing the garrison). have re captured that place.
 An imperial trade has been issued or dering the mobilization of 6O,0Q0 troops at Kossovo, Roumania, about fifty miles from Uskub. Great excitemen; prevails in Albania, where the whole population is eager II enlist.
 A telegram odayrAnnounces the i'm pending arrival of q. shipload of rifles for the Albanian volunteers. It is un- derstood that the revolutiOnists are making a strong bid for the support of the Turkish population against the Turkish government.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30

the San Juan district mine owners associa tion, comprising the mine own CTS and managers from counties Of San Miguel, Ouray and San Juan. was formed here tonight, with the obje ct of advancing the mining interests of the district" Permanent officers VII be elected Monday when probable statement will be issued.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30
MINERS GIVE UP.
They Want to Have the Colorado
 Strike Stopped.

Denver, Colo. Aug. 29.-A special to The Republican from Idaho Springs, Colo, says a committee of officers of local union visited the various mining companies and expre ssed a desire to declare the strike off, admitting that they had lost the fight which has been wanged since February 1st. It is be-
 lieved tonight that the strike will he declared off officially effective Sept. l.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30

Bakersfield. Calif., Aug. 29.-The Yellow Aster mine at Randsburg will attempt to reopen September l with non union men. A special train arrived today with nineteen men and it is an- nounced more will arrive tonight. In anticipation of trouble Sheriff Kelley and q deputy have gone to Randsburg.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30
WIFE AND HER SISTER.
Held Under Suspicion of the Murder
 of Martin Bowers.

San Francisco. Calif.. Aug. 29.-Mrs. Martha Bowers and sister, Mrs. Zyl- phia Sutton, and Patrick OLeary are being held by the police, while the death of Martin l.. Bowers. the hus- band of Martha Bowers, is being in- vestigated.
 Bowers died few days ago and a chemical examination of the contents of his stomach disclosed the presence of large amount of arsenic.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30
WEATHER TO-DAY.

Washington. Aug. 29.-Forecast:
 For New MeXicG-ShoWerS Sunday cooler southern portion; Monday fair and warmer.
 For Arizona-Far in south, showers and cooler north portion Sunday; Mon day fair
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30
RUSSIAN FINANCE MINISTER.
Story of His Promotion to the Head
 of the Ministry.

London, Aug. 29.-A dispatch to the Central News from St. Petersburg says M. Witte, minister of finance, has been promoted to the president of the council of ministers and that NJ. Pleske, director of the Imperial State Bank has been appointed minister Of finance.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30

Washington, D. C., Aug. 29.-The army record of Crispule Pataje, second lieutenant of the Philippine scouts is considered to be unique in the annals of the American army.
 On recommendation of Lieutenant
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30

General s. B. NJ. T. Young, chief of staff and Brigadier General J. Franklin Bell he has been ordered to this coun- try to take a course of military in- structlon at the general service and staff college at Leavenworth, Kas.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30
RUSSIA HAS NOT HEARD

g.. Petersburg. Aug. 29.-The rromo- ton of M. Witte and the appointment Of M. Pleske as minister Of finance have not yet been announced here.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30
THE YELLOW ASTER,

An Attempt Will Be Made to Open It
 With Non- Union Men.
Arizona republican., 1903-08-30
A MINERS ORGANIZATION.

Denver. Colo, Aug. 29.-A Repuhli- can special from Silverton says that
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Found Dead.
crenated

An old-timer named Joseph Patter-
son was found dead on the ranch of j.
w. Sibole at Mt. Echo on Monday
afternoon. The deceased was engaged
to chop wood on the Sibole place. He
had been working there two or three
days. He went to work on the morn
ing of Monday as usual. The circum-
stances indicated that he had proba bly,
worked up to about noon Of that day.
He lived in cabin on the land of G. FL.
Henderson, who kept track of his move
ments, as he was old and infrm. Fail
ing to return to his cabin Monday even
ing, Henderson started to look for him.
His body was found stretched out dead,
short distance from where he had
been working. Marks on the side hill
showed where he had apparently slid
down hill short distance. There were
no marks of violence about the body,
and all the circumstances pointed to
death from natural causes. The coroner
was notified, and went to the scene on
Tuesday for the purpose of holding an
inquest if deemed necessary. Deceased
was II years of age on the day of his
death. He was an old resident of the
valley, having liyed in that vicinity for
the past 40 years. He was single
man, and has no relatives in this coun-
ty. so far as known. He was a. nativa
of Maryland.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
The Mattley Thomas Case.

The case of Mattley VS.. Thomas comes
up for trial in the superior court next
Monday. This case is so full of interest
to ranchers generally, that it will not
be amiss to state the points involved.
Last year Geo. L. Thomas, the defend
ant, purchased the Clark ranch just
south of Jackson, which adjoins land
owned by D. Mattley, the plaintiff. On
the records the title appeared perfect.
There was nothing to show any ease
ment by Mattley in the purchased land.
That under the Clark ownership he
had frequently passed over the prop
erty in passing to and from his own
land is not disputed. When the title
passed to Thomas, Mattley set up a
claim to a right-of-way over the prem
ises from the fact of usage. This de-
mand is denied by the defendant, and
the suit is brought to establish this
claim to right-of-way. w. j. Nc
Gee represents the plaintiff; the de-
fendant will be represented by Fred L.
Stewart, formerly of this county, and
Frisbee and White, a law firm of San
Francisco. Two of the defendants at
torneys above named will be up from
San Francisco to look after his side of
the controversy. 1t is not improbable
that whichever way the case is decided,
an appeal to the supreme court will be
taken
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Coal as Fuel.

At the county hospital the burning
of Jackson valley coal for heating pur-
poses is likely to prove success beyond
all expectations. A new stove, suit
able for the burning of this fuel, has
been installed. Forty tons of coal has
been secured to tide the institution
through the winter months. From
the short experience already gained, it
is believed that fully 25 per cent will be
saved by using coal instead of wood.
Not only is there saving financially,
but coal is found to be far more effective
and requires less attention. The fire
after being started in the morning, re-
qulres replenishing once during the
day. and this will usually last until bed
time. For the kitchen, wood is still in
use, and will be during the winter. 1t
is probable, however, that next year
the change to coal will be made in the
cooking department 1t is believed
that wood can be dispensed with for
cooking with equally advantageous re-
suits as in the sitting room.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
A Sudden Death.

Jane, wife of James Moore, the we'll
known cattle man of Jackson valley,
died very suddenly at the home near
Lancha Plana on Monday last. Her
demise was without any premonitory
symptoms, and entirely unexpected by
her relatives and friends. Her hus-
band was on the cattle range in the
mountains above West Point at the
time, and was notified by special mes
senger of the sad event. 1t seems that
Mrs. Moore was in her customary
health on Monday morning She visit
ed sister at the home of r. W. Bar
nett, near neighbor, during the morn
ing, in usual health and spirits. After
returning to her own home, relatives
from lone called in the afternoon, and
found her in an unconscious state. She
never regaiued consciousness, and be-
fore medical aid could be SUNNI oned
she had passed from life to death. Be-
sides a devoted husband, deceased
leaves family of i've children, one son
and four daughters, all grown up, to
mourn her departure. The funeral
took place on Wednesday, the remains
being buried at lone.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
IN MEMoRlAM.
Ranger and members of

To the Chief Ranger and members of
Court Unity. No. 1895, A. o. F.
We, your committee, to whom was
intrusted the duty of preparing resolu-
tions of respect to the memory of our
departed brother, Joseph Gregor, beg
to submit the following:
Whereas, in the inscrutable work.
ings of providence our beloved brother,
Joseph Gregor, has been suddenly
called from our midst by death; there
fore be it :
Resolved, that in his removal this
lodge has sustained grievous loss, and
we his brethren who mourn his de-
parture, recognized in him a man of
sterling character and worth in all
the walks of life.
We extend to the widow and the
fatherless children our heartfelt SYM
pathy in their overwhelming sorrow.
Resolved, that as mark of respect
for our deceased brother the charter of
Court Unity be draped in mourning for
a period of thirty days; that these reso-
lutions be spread in full upon the min
utes of our lodge, and published in the
local papers, and a copy thereof be
sent to the bereaved family.
Yours fraternally,
W. T. BREWER.
W. TRENNERY.
T. LEMIN.
Committee.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
A Rush to Redeem.

The publication of property decided
to the state for delinquent taxes has
proved one of the most salutary moves,
both from private and public stand
point, ever made in this county. It
has created furor from one end of the
county to the other. The property
standing in the name of the state on
the records of this county, embraces
four or five hundred different pieces.
In number of parcels it is fully one
fourth of the total number of tax
payers in the county. Many of the
persons named in the list, had not the
least idea of how their property stood
until informed by the Ledger. As a
revenue move. we may state, that dur
ing the first ten days of this month,
there was paid into the county treas
ury for redemption of property sold to
the state, nearly $500, or at the rate of
nearly $50 per day. The stream is still
on. Besides the benefit from a revenue
point~of view, it has had the effect of
leading to inquiry by others who have
paid their taxes, but whose property
appears in the delinquent list by an in
advertence. Many of these are taking
steps to get their titles cleared of the
cloud.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
More Proclamations.

Posted outside of the Union hall on
Court street may be seen placard,
issued by the Western Federation of
Miners from the headquarters of the
organization in Colorado. The notice
bears the sensational headlines. 'Is
Liberty Dead ''The People VS.. Mill
tary Despotism in Colorado" The
document is incendiary and seditious
in its tendency, seeking to infiame the
public mind against the action of the
state authorities in Colorado. The is
suance of such proclamations by an Or
ganized body is to be deprecated. At
this distance from the scene of the
labor troubles in Colorado it is difficult
to get a clear idea of the merits of the
struggle now in progress at Cripple
Greek and other points in that state.
which has led to the calling out of the
military forces to protect the property
and business of the mine owners. In
the excitement of strike, either side
is liable to proceed to extremes. A
state government, however, is pre-
sumed to act from the best motives,
with view of preserving the peace.
The issuance of an infammatory docu-
ment, like the one in question, by an or
ganized body is grave mistake. 1t is
intended to shake confidence of the
people in the constituted authorities.
To circulate such one-sided statements
broadcast, beyond the confines of the
state where the trouble exists, is any
thing but wise.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Motion to Set Aside Divorce Decree.

In April last divorce proceedings
were started by F. w. Ruhser against
Frances Lilac Ruhser. w. J. MCGEE
represented the plaintiff, and Frank H .
Gould appears as attorney of record
for defendant. A decree of divorce
was speedily obtained, without appear
ance or opposition on the part of de-
fendant. On the 5th of October an
application was filed in the court to
reopen the proceedings. The papers
consisted of an affidavit, the contents
of which we are unable to give, not
having access to the same. This affi-
davit was accompanied by the filing of
a notice of motion to set aside the
judgment of divorce. A counter affi-
davit by plaintiff was filed Oct. 14th.
Yesterday was the time fixed for the
hearing, The fair defendant was on
hand with her attorney, Chas. F. Han
lon of San Francisco. In the afternoon,
after some negotiations between the
parties concerned, the defendants at
torney asked to withdraw the motion
to vacate, as all matters had been sat
isfactorily adjusted out of court. The
motion was granted, and the affair
ended,
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Deer Hunt.

Sheriff Norman and deputy H. E.
Kay started Friday evening on deer
hunting expedition to Jackson valley.
They returned Sunday, bringing back
as trophy of their prowess fine buck
weighing over 100 pounds when dressed.
1t was shot by Norman near George
Ellis place. 1t was the only male deer
that the hunters got shot at, although
several does were seen. Indeed, deer
are quite plentiful in that vicinity. The
antlers of the slaughtered deer are
peculiar. They are short and very
thick and heavy, and covered with
knots. Their singular character has
led the sheriff to send the head to a
taxidermist in San Francisco to be
properly treated and mounted, after
which it will decorate the walls of the
sheriff's office-an important addition
to the museum of curios which is in
process of collection in the sheriff's
department.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16

"Capt. Rackett," a laughable play
was presented in Loves hall last night
by local amateurs. There was good
attendance and the performers are said
to have acquitted themselves credit
ably. The proceeds were for the bene-
fit of St. Augustines Episcopal church.
Owing to the pressure of other en-
gagements, Rabbi Samuelson of San
Francisco was unable to be in Jackson
last Sunday as expected, to perform the
Jewish rites upon the new conner at the
Ladar home. The interesting event
will come off in a few days, the Rabbi
promising to reach Jackson next Mon
day.
Drink Ell Dorado Brewing Co. q
"Valley Brew" Seldom equaled,
never excelled. Ell Dorado Brewing
Co., Stockton, Cal.
Nothing will please an invalid as well
as a package of those fancy cakes from
Caminetti's s Mkt.
Arrangements have been made that
taxpayers may ascertain from lists left
at the various postoffices in the county,
outside of Jackson, the amount re-
quired to settle their respective indebt-
edness on account of state and county
taxes for the current year. This will
obviate the necessity of a trip to the
county seat, and also save large
amount Of correspondence,
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Death of Hattie Harding.

Information has just reached us of
the death of Hattie, Oldest child of
Wallace Harding of Pine Grove. De-
ceased left Amador county about year
ago to join her mother, Mrs. Frank
Oukerson, of Nevada. She was mar
ried June 9th, and on August 2Sth she
went to the well to draw a-bucket of
water. and it is supposed slipped and
fell in, as her body was found in the
well. Her father had not heard of her
marriage until he heard of her death,
and then did not learn who she mar
ried. He is nearly heartbroken over
the sad news. She was niece of Mrs.
Charles Calvin of Pine Grove. She
was well known in Amador and Gala
veras counties, and was at one time a
pupil of St. Agnes Academy of Stock
ton. She leaves a father, mother, one
sister and two brothers, besides many
friends to mourn her sad and early
death.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Dieting Invites Disease.

To cure Dyspepsia or indigestion it is
no longer necessary to live on milk and
toast. Starvation produces such weak
ness that the whole system becomes an
easy prey to disease. Kodol Dyspepsia
Cure enables the stomach and digestive
organs to digest and assimilate all of
the wholesome food that one cares to
eat, and is never failing cure for in
digestion, Dyspepsia, and all stomach
troubles. Kodol digests what you eat
makes the stomach sweet. Sold by
City Pharmacy, Jackson.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
MINING NOTES.

FREMONT. Fifteen stamps of the
new twenty stamp mill were started up
last Saturday. The Fremont Company
have spent, during the past four of five
years, some hundreds of thousands of
dollars in developing the Fremont and
Cover mines, and thoroughly equipping
the same with efficient machinery. The
company is now in fair way of realiz-
ing good return on the capital invest
ed. A first class mill has been erected.
and after some delays, always encoun-
tered in such enterprises. the stamps
commenced dropping last Saturday
The ore body is large, and of low grade
on$he average. By crushing a large
quantity with ample milling capacity,
it is believed that it will pay handsome
ly. 1t is the intention to increase the
milling capacity as fast as possible.
The success of this enterprise means a
revival of every kind of business in the
north end of the main mineral belt.
CLIMAx-The company, with P. B.
Aiken at the head, that recently pur-
chased this property near Wieland, are
working four men, prospecting at a
depth of 100 feet from the surface.
Some exceedingly rich rock has been
taken from this mine in years past. and
there is no doubt that more of the
same kind of material is buried within
the boundaries of the claim, waiting
for human labor to bring it to the
surface.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16

John F. Davis, Samuel Thomas, who
is employed at the Kennedy, James F.
Parks, who has a responsible min
ing position in Korea, and Mary
Elizabeth, now Mrs. Rradley
Deceased was a member of the l. O..
o. F., and also of. the A. o. U, w.
Funeral services were held at the resi-
dence at Kennedy heights on Sunday
afternoon, the Rev. J. W. Phelps
officiating. The body was forwarded
to San Francisco on Monday, it being
the deceased S wish that his remains be
cremated.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Struck by a Log.

William Mari was brought to the
hospital last Thursday, suffering from
injuries received by being struck with
a falling log at Farnham's sawmill
above Oleta some two weeks ago. 1t
was thought that he would soon re-
cover from his injuries, and hence was
kept in the vicinity where the accident
occurred for several days. But as the
days passed, and little signs of improve
ment were observable, he was removed
to the hospital for treatment. 1t seems
that his spine has been injured, and he
has remained in an unconscious state
since the accident. His condition is
critical.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Stolen From an Exchange.

And it came to pass that after he
had advertised his goods there came
great multitudes from the country
round and did buy of him. And when
his competitors saw it they marveled
among themselves, saying: ''How be
it that this man is kept busy while we
lounge idly about our doors?" And he
spake unto them saying. "Verily, verify
l say unto you that in this fast age of
push and hustle it is easier for camel
to go through the eye of needle than
for man to flourish in business with
out advertising"
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Miners Convention

A miners convention, representing
the strength of the Western Federation
in California, was held in Stent, Tuol-
umne county, last Monday. JIG. Viii.
liams of Grass Valley, vice-president of
the Federation, was present, and took
an active part in the proceedings. Some
OF the matters discussed are withheld
from publication. 1t is reported that
a resolution was passed to raise the
sum of 100000 to be expended in
furthering the interests of the Western
Federation in California. The conven-
ton resolved itself into state organi-
zation. The next meeting place will be
Jackson, Amador county. The time
ofthe next gathering is not fixed,
PIONEER FLOUR always has been
and still is the best.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
A Perfect Painless Pill

is one that will cleanse the system, set
the liver to action, remove the bile,
clear the complexion, cure headache,
and leave a good taste in the mouth.
The famous little pills for doing sue h
work pleasantly and effectually are De-
Wits Little Early Risers. Bob Moore
of Lafayette, Ind, says: "All other
pills have used grippe and sicken, while
DeWitt's Little Early Risers are simply
perfect. Sold by City Pharmacy,
Jackson,
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Methodist Church Services.

Preaching at II O'Clock and 7:3O p. ne.
Morning subject, "Keep in the love of
Cod" Evening subject, ''Great con-
flict." Epworth League service at $50
p. m.; Sunday school at 10 o'clock next
Sabbath day, but after that at 2 o'clock
in the afternoon. This change is made
in obedience to the demands of the
young men who want to form a bible
class, and who can't attend Sunday
school in the morning. Good music
will be rendered at both the preaching
services, and you are cordially invited.
J. W. PHELPS, Pastor.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
The Salve That Heals

without leaving, scar is DeWitt's.
The name Witch Hazel is applied to
many salves, but DeWitt's Witch Hazel
Salve is the only Witch Hazel Salve
made that contains the pure unadulter-
ated witch hazel. If any other Witch
Hazel Salve is offered you it is a
counterfeit. E. G.. Dewitt invented
Witch Hazel Salve and DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve is the best salve in the
world for cuts, burns, bruises, tetter,
or blind, bleeding, itching and protrud-
ing piles. Sold by City Pharmacy,
Jackson.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
You Know What You Are Taking

When you take Groves Tasteless
Chill Tonic because the formula is
plainly printed on every bottle showing
that it is simply Iron and Quinine in a
tasteiess form. No Cure, No Pay. SOC
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Bad Indeed.

Losing flesh is indeed a bad sign.
Take Seott's Emulsion for it. For
weak digestion, for defective nourish-
ment, for consumption, take Scott's
Emulsion. 1t restores flesh because it
strikes to the cause of the loss.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Uncalled-for Letters.

Letters remaining unclaimed in the
Jackson, Cal, postOffice, for the week
ending Oct. 16, 1908:
Mrs. J. Brady D. Belluomini
Agostino Poggio L. Costa.
G. G. FoLGER. Postmaster.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Wool Cheviots, yd 48c

A special from the dress goods
section. Good heavy weight; so
heavy that it will require no lin
ing in the making of the dress.
Can be had in black or any of the
popular shades. Just as good a
quality as you can find in any
Jackson store for 75c yard.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
To Cure A Cold In One Day

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
lets. All druggists refund the money
if it fails to cure. E. W. Groves sig
nature is on each box. 25c.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Dotted Velvet Waist
ing, yd 75c

Every lady will need at least
one velvet waist this winter.
These waistings are unusually
handsome. All the newest effects;
other stores on the coast are sell
ing this same quality for 81 yard
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
License Collections.

The license collector, T. K. Norman,
reports licenses sold during the quarter
ending Sept. 30. as follows:
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16

Olives, salami, swiss. limburger
Martin S cream and California cheese
at Caminetti's Mkt.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Curtain Poles. l5C

Five feet long with brackets
and ends; finished in cherry or
oak; we have others with brass
trimmings for 25c.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Lace Curtains, pr. 4oC

Better than you can get in any
other store for 75c. Nottingham
net; ecru or white; good width,
p yards long.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Window Shades &c

Just as good as those that cost
SOC elsew'e; best Holland opaque;
El CAPTAIN spring rollers; COM
plete set of fixtures; big enough
for ordinary windows; size 3x7 #.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-16
Zibilenes, yd 98c

The finest dress fabric of the
day. zibilenes are being largely
used this fall. These are very
handsome; all faxed designs;
need no lining; "a inches wide.
The regular ST. .25 value.