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Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
WHEELS TURNING
AT THE NEWTON ANNEX, AND ORE IS
BEING CRUSHED TO-DAY.
LEAD LODE HAS CHANGED HANDS
WILLIAMSON INVESTMENT COMPANY
ACQUIRES VALUABLE PROPERTY.

The Gem management is more than
busy these days, and have more improve
ments under way than ever before in the
history of the company. The new ma
chinery. doubling the capacity of the
Newton mill, has all been installed and
the wheels started last Thursday in order
to get the parts in working order before
ore was placed under the stamps. On
the same dav the first car of Gem ore was
received at the mill from the upraise
workings, and this morning the forty
five stamps were set to work reducing
this TO the proper consistency for milling.
Two motors furnish power for the mill,
one of 30 h. p. for the stamps, and the
other of so II. p. for the tables. There
are IS stamps in all, 10 Willy tables and
FIVE Willy sinners as well as several Frue
vanners.
The 100 h. p hoist has been Installed
at the Gem shaft to replace the 50 h. p.
that has long done service, and the new
machine is now dragging the ore from the
lower levels to the surface at the rate of
900 feet a second. The electric wires
have been strung along the upraise from
the tunnel to the 9th level, and the work
is being pushed as fast as men can do it.
The chute has been completed and is
ready for ore. The Gem fume will be
ready for water about the first of next
month.
Once all of these recent Improvements
are completed and in running order, the
company will have one of the very best
outfits in the country and enough ore in
sight TO keep all the wheels turning to
their fullest capacity for long time to
come.
Mr.. Renshaw is to be congratulated on
the successful completion of his various
undertakings.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
I ''BIC5" DIRECTORS
WILL DISCUSS suFFA AND HIS METH
OBS ON MARCH ts.
MRS. JOHN W. WARD ENTERTAIhS
FURNISHES AMUSEMENT OF A NOVEL
NATURE FOR HER GUESTS

A notice has been issued to each and
kevery one OF the directors in the Big Five
companies asssiled by DR.. Sutia. that a
directors meeting will be held on March
18th. The notice apprises them of the
fact that upon the false allegations of one
s.ockholder an effort is being made to
wind mp the business of the corporations
and dissipa,e the property they have been
accumulating for years, and they are
urged to be present at this meeting to
take steps to safeguard their interests.
& Mr.. Daniels. president of the Big Five
WAS seen by Sifgiugs reporter and said
that the proceedings were the most TN
heard OF that were ever undertaken in
any country; that a number of persons,
residents OF Colorado and other states,
had for years been putting their money
together. acquiring valuable property IN
different parts OF the state, especially at
Idaho Springs. and had kept their prop
erty out of debt and worked in perfect
harmony wiihouta single dissenting voice
uutil within the last twelve months when
one stockholder has thought 10 create a
disturbance.
Where" said he. lis there safety for
the strongest and most reliable corpora
tion in Colorado If. on the allegation OF
fraud by single dissatisfied stockholder,
its property may be taken from it and
placed in the hands of receiver-who.
no matter how honest and conscientious
would be in sympathy with the conf
piainant-before trial of the charges
made ard without the slightest evidence
in support of those charges
When asked what would be done. he
said that What had already been done to
-otect the interests of the various COM
panies would be laid before the Board of
Directors for their approval or disap-
proval, and that the directors would have
competent legal advice to the best
meaus OF protecting their Interests
agains, un awful attacks in the future.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
A Chin ss Luncheon

In honor Of Mrs. James Clayton, last
"Wednesday night Mrs J. ". Ward gave
a most interesting and NJ ique entertain
ment to large unmb-r Of ladies', and the
novelties introduced were at once novel
and original, showing great tact on the
part of the hostess. II was termed
Chinese luncheon and the decora-
,ions throughout the rooms were in keep
ing with the designs 50 layishly used by
the natives of the Flowery Kingdom. on
festal occasions, every article used being
the property of Mrs Ward who enjoss
the distinction of owning the largest and
finest collection of Chinese wares in the
state.
Printed cards bearing the names of the
states with blank line following were
distributed TO the guests with the re-
quest that the nick names be filed in,
proved most pleasant diversion, and it
was remarked how familiar the majority
of the guests were with the states and
prominent characteristics by which they
are familiarly known Mrs. Hanchett
ana MIS-. bowen lieu iof tLt HISt PilEC III
this contest, and the first named was
fortunate in cutting the high card. The
prize was copy of THAT Old Sweet
heart of Mine" an elegantly bound book.
Mrs. Woodward was awarded the consols-
tion honors.
Eating rice with chop sticks la
'Chink ;, furnished auuse ment galore,
and more so 3ecause of the fact that it
was in the nature of contest and each
lady attempted proficiency in the difficult
art. 1, only went to prove that American
ways and knife. fork and spoon bring
better results to a hungry person and are
in line with civilized ways. Mrs. E. NJ.
Sabin was declared the most handy per-
son at the gathering in conveying ths
elusive cereal to the mouth with pair of
sticks, and was awarded the honors, while
Mrs Bowen fell far short of the require
ments and received the consolation favor.
Twenty-seven ladies were entertained
and all pronounce it a most enjoyable
event.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

A burned culvert on the Colorado &
Southern line between Central City and
Forks Greek came near causing serious
accident Thursday morning. The train
had gained good headway and the engin-
eer was unable 10 check it to any apprec-
liable extent In consequence the entire
train went into the ditch. Fortunately
the engine crew saw the danger ahead
and Jumped, thus averting what would
have proven serious injury. Aside
from a shaking up the passengers suffered
no Inconvenience.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
Find a Curiosity

Displayed in the front window of the
W l.. Shaffer X Co. ASSAY office is a
unique curiosity in the form OF an air
puaip that is attracting considerable at
tcntioH from mining men and the public
generally 1t consists OF rust-incrnsted
model of Pole air pump used some 20
years ago in the old Lebanon mine. and
Notwithstanding its long disuse, is still
in working order. History has it that the
pump was hand made by David Hill
years ago and was used to force the water
from the mine to the surface by com
pressed air All the parts were hand
made and apparently are in as good con-
dtion now as they were the day it was
installed. A recent trip through the old
workings discovered the pump which
was still attached to the pipes. and 1t
was brought out as curiosity. That the
patent was an advantageous one is illus
trated by the fact that pumps of the
SAME pattern are today manufactured and
used extensively in other localities. Lou
shaifer is familiar with the working parts,
and is much pl, ased with his find.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The efforts being made by local mer-
chants to make it worth your while to
iook over their stocks before purchasing
abroad is deserving of your careful con-
sideration. Keep all the money that you
you can at home and you will share in
the community's prosperity. There is no
excuse for anyone going abroad for the
necessities of life, for the local merchants
carry complete stocks and sell GOODS at
prices that cannot be duplicated in any
other city. They are telling you what
they have through the columns of the
local papers, and it is your duty to first
give them call before going elsewhere.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Society circles at Georgetown witness
ed the marriage ceremony of one of Clear
Greek conntys most charming daughters
last Tuesday afternoon when Miss Daisy
Wider wed Roderick w. Horne The
ceremony was performed by Rev. L. NJ.
ldieman of the Episcopal church. Miss
Wider is the daughter of Mr.. Reece c.
Wider of Georgetown Mr.. Horne is the
representative of large manufacturing
concern Of London, England, with head
quarters in New York city, which will be
the future home OF the newly married
couple.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
Lad Lode Transferred.

Deeds have been filed with the county
clerk at Georgetown whereby the Lead
lode. located on Seaton mountain, has
oeen transferred TO the J. ID. Williamson
Investment company for consideration
Of $4,000.
This is one of the oldest properis IN
point of location in the entire Clear Creek
district. II was placed first on record m
1905 by John NJ. Jackson. who has re
tanned the ownership ever since. Il
makes one Of the best showiags on seaton
mountain, and during past years consider
able development Work has been per-
formed However, the ground has to all
appearances, never been explored. At
the present tinl-- there Is a shaft forty-five
ice, deep and body Of o.e averaging four
feet in thickness exposed. The mineral
carries excellent values, and is OF a con-
ceutra,ing grade From recent mill runs
it was found that the ore would concen-
trate four and one-half tons into one
The ave rage values from this test gave
returns of u 50 in gold and 10 ounces III
y Nttt Win n hNdfy VI bAHN
copper. The ore was not selected, but
token from the entire width of the vein
III tier. Assay values from picked SAM
pies have given as high as $1,000 TO the
ton.
The property was purchased by Mr.
Williamson for Denver and eastern i'll
vestors, and il is the intention of the new
owners to develope it On an extensive
scale. Improved machinery will be in
stalled and everything put in readiness
for AN active campaign.
1t is stated that company will be in
corpora,ed in a short time and that ample
funds are already at hand to insure the
large operations promised.
There is every prospect of the property
entering the list of producers at an early
date, as there is enough pay ore exposed
to guarantee a heavy production.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
he Big Five.

In the last issue of the Mining World
Secretary Merrill of the Big Five says:
From the letters received and the calls
made upon us by people who have come
to town, we Judge that every resident of
Idaho Springs has shared in our anxiety
and sympathized with us to the fullest
extent, and that they have been much
worried lest something would happen to
delay the onward progress and complete
meut of our work. If the Big Five plans
for Idaho Springs are completed, it means
more for ii than any other work ever laid
out for that district, so of course the peo-
pie OF the town, almost to a man, are
very anxious that the best kind of success
invested their money. 1t is entirely safe
to say that any person living in Idaho
Springs who is not anxious for the sue
cess OF the Big Five is not we'll wisher
for the best interests of the town.
Last month has been one of splendid
achievements. The leasers working in
the Edgar vein have made splendid pro-
gress east and west. and most enthusias-
tic reports come from there as to the
showing o. ore. The old Edgar mine is
opening up on the level of the Central
tunnel just as good as we ever expected
II would and when anything turns out as
well as You expect, it is always coed be
cause expectations are always bright.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The Maroons are in active practice at
the Trocadero, and claim to have one of
the fastest basket ball teams in the state.
They are now considering several chal-
lenges from other teams, and as soon as
they get limbered up, will take on all
matches that present themselves. AT the
meeting held Tuesday night Frank Cara
brant was selected manager, and Howard
Beecbam, captain. The boys are show
ing wonderful form considering the short
time they have been in training.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Superintendent c. II. Young. of the
Wells Fargo Express company, covering
the territory embraced by Colorado and
New Mexico. was in town Thursday. visit
ing with the local manager. Dick White
The superintendent visits this office so
seldom that be is certainly worthy of a
notice when he does come
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

On next Tuesday evening at the opera
house, return dance will be given to the
ladies who so successfully gave the leap
year ball on the evening OF February 40
under the auspices of the Independent
Order OF Msccabees. Tickets have been
placed at S.. with SO cents additional for
supper. Music will be furnished by
koenIgsberg's orchestra
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
Idaho Springs and Georgetown.

From the Courier.
Sheriff Sandberg paid visit to Idaho
Springs on last Tuesday.
Sidney Moritz of Idaho Springs was in
the city one day this week.
DIR J. B. Finucane and wife Of Idaho
Springs attended the wedding which took
place on Tuesday.
County assessor George Meyers and
family, visited friends and relatives in
Idaho Springs last Saturday.
Sheriff Sandberg and County Clerk
Walker were visiting among their friends
in Idaho Springs last Saturday.
Coroner John Trathen and f. NJ .Sabin,
both popular residents of Idaho Springs,
transacted business at the county seat on
las, Saturday.
The city council at Idaho Springs has
decided to enlarge the cemetery at that
place. We always thought that the
people down there were possessed OF sew
eral lives, as they are chock full of emery.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

You will miss til. time of your life i.
you do not attend the dance at the opera
house on the evening of Thursday, March
~. IL is under the auspices of the Rsth-
bone Sisters, and this is sufficient guar
antee that nothing will be left undone
for the entertainment Of the guests
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Frank LillIbridge. the young man who
has had such tough tussle with an at
tack of pneumonia at the Colorado street
able to travel aud left Wednesday morn
ing for his home at Youngstown, New
YORK, accompanied by his father
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

An effort is being made to arrange for
special train to be run to Denver on
Saturday, March as. on the occasion of
the appearance of the Bostonians. A
special rate can be secured and special
return train at night if sufficient num-
Der can be guaranteed. Notify Agent
Goodman if you desire to make the trip.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
The Havana Cuba Post Of Februar,

The Havana tCuba) Post of February
AZ, contained the following which will be
of interest to Siftings readers: "Mr. and
Mrs Adolph Nelson of Idaho Springs,
Colo, who arrived here last Monday
from New Orleans, will leave today for the
United States, after having spent pleas
ant several days here. They are delighted
with their trip and are sorry that they
did not arrange to stay longer"
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Mr.. and Mrs. Dan Mason depart to-
morrow for Minneaf oils, after spending
several months IN this city. Mr. Mason
is merely accompanying his wife to her
home and will return here resume active
operations ON his mining propositions in
this vicinity.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

On last Saturday afternoon the first
base ball game of the season was played
between the c. NJ. A. boys and another
team OF the city. The game ended in
favor OF the (. NJ. As. by score of 3 TO
to 10.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The latest advices from II. b. Sheldon
elicits the information that he is now feel
ing better than he has for the past tea
years and he intends returning to Idaho
Springs about April l. This indeed will
be good news to his many friends here.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Gov Peabody appears to be growing
in favor daily, and before convention day
he will have no opposition in the pomina-
ton and very little on election day. The
people have confidence in his way of ad-
mInistering affairs, and will keep him
there another term.-Rocky Mountain
Herald
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Henry Boithoif, OF the Denver machin.
.ey firm which bears his name. has been
in the camp this week, looking after
some of the machinery he has recently
install ed, and incidentally keeping cases
on SINE Of his mining investments.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Mr.. Jesse H. Brunson of this city and
Miss Laura Harper, of Freeland were
united in marriage last Monday evening
at the residence of the groom parents
ON Pine Slope. Squire Griswoid pcrform-
ing the ceremony.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Mr.. and Mrs. L. l.. Roberts returned
last night from months stay IN Denver
where Mr.. Roberts went in the hopes Of
benefitting his health. The change
proved very beneficial, but L. l.. now be-
lieves that he will have to seek a lower
altitude for longer time to be fully
restored to his usual good health.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The Unity Card card club was enter
tanned by Mrs. George Dory Saturday
night of last week, the game being high
five. Mrs. Jay Kane and Mrs. Lamar
won the first honors, while the consola-
ton honors went to Mrs. Prank White
and Knute Peterson.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The Board OF Education has a new edi-
ton Of the public school manual in press,
and II promises to be the most complete
publication ever issued in the city. 1t
will be ready for use about April /.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The W. l.. shaffer * Co. assay Office
has this week been in the hands of decor
ators and been given a thorough over
hauling. When hnally completed, the
firm will have one of the neafest places of
business III the city.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

All arrangements have been completed
for the First Annual ball to be given by
the Rathbone Sisters, and the date is
Thursday evening, March IL. Tickets
have been placed at 81 90 per couple
which includes lunch.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

(. + Deifke, who has been in the city
from Greeley for the past month TO seek
relief from rheumatic pains. returned
home Thursday morning very much im-
proved, and Will become walking ad-
yeriisemeni of the Idaho Springs waters.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The X R S. talings mill has been COM
pleted and is now ready to handle the
tailings from the Newton. Once in oper-
alton the Newton will be able to furnish
all the material that the new concern
will be able to handle.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The Idaho Springs high school basket
ball team will play similar team from
Georgetown tonight at the high school
gym" The locals went to the county
seat some time ago and were d. feated.
and they will now attempt to redeem
themselves. 1t is said this will be the
last basket ball contest onr BOYS will
enter, as they will organize track team
instead.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

pleasant meeting of the Shakespeare
club was held with Mrs Robins Tuesday
evening, The roll call was responded TO
by yquotations on Charity" Mrs. Pike
read an exceptionally interesting paper
on The Congressional Library" A
paper was also read by Miss Mock on
Winslow Homer. the American artist.
The lesson in Social Elements was led by
Mrs Robins. The next meeting of the
Shakespeare club will be held with Mrs.
Pike.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Lola Selleck visited friends at Denver
over Sunday, returning home on Monday
evenings train
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

A delightful tea was given by Mrs. II.
f. Smelser Friday afternoon of last week
in honor Of her mother, Mrs. Crosson, TO
a number of her old friends. They all
had ioily time.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Manager Dntton announces the next
attraction at the opera house to be the
'rumkin Husker," " and she date As March
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

At the evening services next Sunday
At the Presbyterian church Miss Margaret
Williamson will sing a solo.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The II. a. Riedell Investment company
of Colorado Springs has been incoiper-
ated, with a capital of $4,000. William
o Brien, R. J. Bolles. c. T. McKinnie
are named as the incorporators.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Merchant Jensen returned the first of
the present week from business trip to
Kansas City, where he has purchased a
large invoice OF goods for his store.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Gweudolene Moscript went to Denver
yesterday where she will visit with
friends for a few DAYS.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Dog licenses are due. II your favorite
canine does not show up ask Marshall
o'Rourke and perhaps he will show his
scalp.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

County Assessor George Meyers has
been IN these parts this week, making his
annual assessment rounds.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

NJ. B. Shannon of Dallas. Texas, was
the Sunday guest of Fred Walsen.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The Ladies' Aid Society of the Presby-
teriau church will hold their next meet
ing at the church Thursday afternoon
March 7th
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The ladies Of the Y. II. c. club were
entertained by Miss Harriette Rogers at
her home on Thursday evening.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Mrs. r. ID. Blair and baby William
went to Denver last Sunday where they
greeted new relative in the person of a
baby girl born to Mrs. Edmund X. Doty.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Local Maccabees have selected J. f.
Clark delegate and +. A. Moss alternate
to attend the state meeting of the Mac
cabees to be held in Denver on Friday,
April s.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

A baby girl was born to Mr., and Mrs
A II. Roller on Sunday, March 8, am
all concerned are doing nicely.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Mrs +. f. Gu,tin. after weeks visit
here the guest of the family of her son,
{ T. Gustiu. returned this morning to
her home in Denver
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Attorney ]. w. B. Smith was a passen
ger for the city yesterday afternoon.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

A baby bov was born to Mr.. and Mrs.
James A. Redding last Monday. and all
concerned are correspondingly happy.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

town last Wednesday. closing the deal
for the transfer Of the Brazil PROPERLY.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

The Gard club was most pleasantly en-
tertained last evening by Mrs. T. B. Crow.
The honors of the evening were awarded
to Mrs S. A. Knowles and Mr.. T.. NJ.
Ssbin
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

ndertaker John rrathen was called
70 Silver Plume Tuesday by the death of
Ollie Omiit. Funeral services were con-
Quoted last Thursday.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Mrs, J. L. Lindsay was a visitor to Den
yer the first of the week
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Mr.. and Mrs. ouo HoIm spent Tues
day and Wednesday with Denver friends.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12
A Good Showing.

Straub & Huillet have three men en-
ployed upon their lease in the fourth
level OF the Little Matte and already
have opened four feet of dirt that will go
sl2 to the ton. 1t is thought that this
will Jig to advantage. In addition TO the
milling stuff there is fine smelling ore that
assays ounces gold and 400 ounces sill
yer to the ton. They have 100 feet in
Length and from the third to the fourth
level in height, with the privilege of all
the ground that they wish. A great deal
Of ore was taken out of the ground over
head and the boys have the chance of
their life for making a stake for the
worlds fair excursion which they have in
contemplation. with their wives and fam
lilies. Next month they contemplate
putting holster ana pump upon their
Silver Ring lease and pushing that prop.
osiiion to a successful finish. They know
that they have the ore there and all that
is necessary is to push the level ahead TO
open the ground that they have been
working for SO long.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Carison's furniture store has undergone
an overhauling to make room for the new
goods and furnish accommodation for
repairing quarters.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Lee Taliey has gone to Spokane, Wash
ingtou.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Attorney Regginniter had legal bust
ness in Denver the first of the week.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1904-03-12

Jules Huellet took day off Tuesday
and visited his friends in the capital city.