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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1904-02-18
N. =. SMITH,
Commercial Agent,
246 Main ST., Dallas.

S.-Betwe Kansas City and Chicago, The South
west Limited of this line IS the train of trains. Leaves
Kansas City, Union Station, SIS p. ~, Grand Avenue.
COZ p. m. Arrives Chicago, Union Station, SIS a. m.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1904-02-18
The Anti-Beauty Of An Iowa County Will Be
Sent To Worlds Fair
WHEN LINC0LN'S LIFE WAS THREATENED
The President Wanted to Be Killed At Once II He Vas Iglier
Than Tile Man Who Menaced Him

But first tell me- insisted Lincoln
how it happens that you have go, Il
kill me?"
Simply this way, sir replied the
stranger. Many years ago | was
pronounced the ugliest mar on earth,
and ! gloried in the honor. | made a
solemn vow that If | ever found anoth-
er maj who a uglier than myself,
| would kill him.
Lincoln looked searchingl. at the
s,rarger.
DO you think I'M an usiier nan
than your he asked.
do.
Then kill ne at once, said Lincoln.
The sequel to this story is that the
ugly man, highly complimented by
this eaustic cut, went to Osceola oun
ty, Iowa, and settled down. One of
his sons. who inherited the fathers
claim to distinction, is now said to be
a candidate for the Worlds Fair trip.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1904-02-18

Subpoena
Summons
Writ OF Attachment. Original
Writ OF Attachment, Duplicate
Affidavit in Attachment, Original
Affidavit In Attachment, Duplicate.
Garnishee Summons, Original
Garnishee Summons, Duplicate
Bond in Attachment
Execution
Order to Garnishee to Pay
Garnishee Receipt
Affidavit In Repleyin
Bond In Replevin
Writ Of Replevin
Appearance Bond
Peace Bond
Criminal Warrant
Criminal Complaint
Mittimts
Appeal Bond
Notice OF Attachment
Criminal Comp't for Search WaT.
Notice for Publication
Venire
Notice Of Garnishm't on Exec
Forthcoming Bond
Indemnifying Bond
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1904-02-18
The Week in Watrous.

Miss Maggie Minaus and Mr.. Gus
Spicher, two of the most popular Of
the young people Of Watrous, were
married quietly a few days ago.
Andrew Warren is in the east to att
tend the wedding Of his sister, d
charming young lady, well known 70
residents Of Watrous.
Mr.. Frank King, who sustained a
very serious wound by the unfortunate
discharge of a pistol some time ago,
is out for the first time today.
Mr.. Ashley Pond has been fortunate
enough to secure Mr.. Crosby to man
age his health resort. Mr.. Crosby is
well-known in the east as an expert
enced hotel man, and may be depend
ed upon to give every satisfaction.
Our old friend, Col. r. G. Head,
Is up from Las Vegas.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1904-02-18
A NIGHT Alarm.

Worse than an alarm Of fire at night
Is the brassy cough Of Group. which
sounds like the children's death knell
and It means death unless something
is done quickly. Foley's Honey and
Tar never fails to give instant relief
and quickly cures the worst forms Of
Group. Mrs. p. L.,Cordier Of Manning.
ton, KY, says: my three year old
girl had . revere case Of Group; the
doctor said she could not live. ! got
q bottle Of Foley's Honey and Tar, the
first dose gave quick relief and saved
her life." Foley's Honey and Tar 10
best for Group and whooping cough.
contains no ~opistes. and cures quick.
ly. Careful mothers keep II In the
house. Refuse Substitutes. For sale
by Depot drug store.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1904-02-18
Document Blanks
FOR SALE BY THE
Las Vegas Publishing Co.
Justice of the Peace Blanks.
Justice Of the Peace Blanks.

Appearance Bond, Dist Court
Garnishee. Sheriff's once
Bond, General
Road Petition
Bond Of deputy
Guardians Bond and Oath
Administrators Bond aud Oath
Letters of Guardianship
Letters OF Administration
Warrant to Appraisers
Summons. Probate Court
Justices Docket, 1-2x14 inch 100 p
Justices Docket, s 1-2x14 inch 200 D
Record for Notary Public
A True Bill
Springer Law (Pro. to Minors)
Bond for Deed
Application for Licenses
Report OF Survey
Agreement Special Lease
Afadavit and Bond In Attachment
Original
Afiadivit and Writ In Attachment
Citation
Sale
Notice Of Sale
Criminal Warrants
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1904-02-18

offers unexcelled opportunities for those
who want to make money in sheep rails
ing, in agriculture. or in the fruit or dairy
industry. Along the lines of the
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1904-02-18
General Blanks.

Deed Notes. per 100
Deed. Special wild Animal Bounty Claim
Deed, Corporation Sheep Contracts
claim Deed Certificate of Brand
Deed Freight Conductors Book Cover1
In Relnquishment Cattle Account Book
ng Deed Road Supervisors Book
gnment Of Mortgage sherins Day BOOK
sfacton OF Mortgage Receipt Books
tel Mortgage Satisfaction OF Mortgage
tel Mortgage. with Note Chatel Mortgages with note form
or Of Attorney Location Certificate Lode Claims
of Sale Furnished Room Cards
Of Sale. bound stock For Sale Cards
e, long and short form Township Plats. large
10, Mchdise and PEI. Prty Liho Mining Stock Certificate
Deed Acts. Protection to Minors
Bond to Mining Property Teachers Monthly Report
of Forfeiture Oath, School Directors
d Of Butcher Chattel Mortgages Renewal
est Bills OF Sale Books
ce OF Protest Escritura Garantizada
ranty Deed. Spanish Escritura sarantiyada
q Dc venta Declaration Of Assumpsit
nsfer OF Location Assay ONCE Certificates
nowledgement for Power Of A. sherfnas Sale
Sheep Contracts Parudo
Certificate Sheep Contracts Sale
Of Sale lunder law Feb, 's) Commitments 70 Justice Peace
Il Of Labor Court
Timber Culture Amdavis
nowledgment, Corporation Witnesses 70 Pay Roll
ho1ty 10 Gather Live Stock Orders to Pay Witness Fees
Ion, Real ESTATE Quit Claim Mining Locations
aai Bond Title Bond Mining Property
II Renewal chattel Mortgage Notice Of Mining Locations
Mineral Amdavit Proof Unsecured Debt
erai Location Notice No / Homestead Finai. Proof
vnship Plat Homestead Applications
u Teacher Homestead Andavits
chers Certificate Road Petitions
Of Deputy Deciaratory Statements
Write for Complete Price List.
)DRESS
1.-THE OPTIC OFFICE"
Las Vegas. New Mexico.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
WHAT RAILROADS CON-
" TRIBUTE TO CAMPAIGNS
Some Idea of the Power OF the Corporation in Ma
tional Politics.
(WaIter Wellman, in success.)

w. Bourke Cochgan said in the
house of representative last spring
when his own campaign eXpen-
seS were under discussion that ne IN
derstood that Mr.. Hanna had used q
total of about $15.00O,O 600 But
my information comes from good au-
thOrity. The actual sum raised and eX-
pended by Mr.. Hanna was within q
few thousands of the sum have
named.
There is little doubt that. if ii hal
been deemed necessary TO compass the
defeat of William J. Bryan. twice as
much could have been raised So great
was the alarm among men of means
over the danger which menacod the
standard of values that all Mr. Hanna
had TO do was to write down on n slip
OF paper the amount he thought a
bank. a corporation. or an individual
should pay, and in nearly every in
stance the assigned sum was promptly
checked To Cornelius y Bliss. the
treasurer of the committee. The larg,
est subscription have been told. came
from an insurance company and
amounted TO $500. 900 One railroad
company gave S100 900. Eight or ten
railway companies subscribed one
fourth as much each. Probably a
hundred or more banks and trust com
panies sent their checks for from
$4,000 10 $4,000 apiece.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
ORDER OF THE GIDEONS
Christian Organization Among Travel.
ing Men Little Known.

1t is not generally known. even 10
many who come in contact with them.
that there is a christian organization
among the travelling statesmen. There
is such an organization however,
known as the "Gideons," with a mem
bership of about 5000.
One evening in 1899. John II. Mich
olson. OF GAINESVILLE. Wis. and s. E.
Hill. of BelOit. Wis, were registered
a. the Central hotel at Boscobel for
the night. On account of a crowded
house the landlord asked Nick" if he
would be willing TO occupy a double
room with Il nice clean fellow Nick
concented and was introduced to Mr.
Hill. As they clasped hands and look
ed into each others eyes it was plain
ly to be seen that they took kindly
to the landlords arrangement for the
night
They were shown to room No. 10
and Mr.. Hill soon retired. Mr.. Nicol-
son taking out his bible for evening
worship. Mr. Hill requested him to
read aloud. After prayer both slept
Weeks passed by and they met only
twice and but for a few minutes. but
there seemed TO have been a strong tie
of friendship sprung up that bound
them close together. they grew strong
er as time passed on.
Tuesday, May 81, 1899. Mr.. Nichol-
son arrived at Beaver Dam. Wis. He
was walking along the business street
when he met Mr. Hill While they were
talking Mr.. Hill said Nick. would il
not be a grand good thing if the chris
tan travelling man could be banded
together in ar organization of some
kind?"
Yes, Sam; it would be a splendid
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
A Summer Cold.

A summer cold is not only annoy
ing but if not relieved pneumonia will
be the probable result by fall. One
Minute Cough Cure clears the phlegm.
draws out the inflammation. heals.
soothes and strengthens the lungs and
bronchial tubes. One Minute Cough
Cure is an ideal remedy for the chill
dren. II is pleasant 10 the taste and
perfectly hairless. 4 certain cure for
Group. cough and cold. Sold by all
druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
NICHOLS IN EAST
Rochester, New York, the Home OF
The Leader OF the Christian
Brethren and His Flock.
ERECT A 3-STORY BUILDING
Will Soon Have One of the Finest
Mission Homes in the Country,
II is Reported.

The Utica On. v Saturday Globe
deyotes several columns to an account
of the Megfddo Mission in Rochester,
together with several cuts OF Rev. l.
r. Nichols, the leader of the band, and
other members of the mission colony;
a picture C. the old MegiddO, which is
now the Chattanooga, running on the
Tennessee river. and cut o the home
Of the mission in Rochester, where the
members of the strange band are hv-
ing in harmony and happiness. Rock
Island people are familiar with the
history of the band of Christian Breth-
ren. who had their boat built here sew
oral years ago, and who made several
voyages up the river and its tribu-
taries. propagating their faith. After
leaving the valley of the upper MIssis-
slppi. Rev Nichols and his followers
went 10 New York state and, ii seems
from the article in the Globe, they
have established permanent quarters
in Rochester. The Globe says:
Had Been In south.
Readers will remember last Janu-
arr the Megiddo Mission band, con
sisting of about seventy members,
came to Rochester from the south,
where it had been engaged in mission
work in it's large steamer, the Megid-
do. The band resided or a short time
in the city. It then purchased five
acres on Thurston avenue, corner of
Sawyer Since then the place has been
a perfect bee hive of industry, proving
that the members Iorm a class of mis-
sionarie5 who believe that labor is
honorable There were already on the
grounds handsome residence and
two cottages. To this they have added
n large thrcc-story building containing
u rooms and another cottage Of nine
rooms which will soon be completed.
The progress they have made proves
that they viii soon have one of the
finest mission homes in the country
and one that will greatly add 10 the
beauty of that portion of the city.
Bible Student Since Childhood.
'"Thc commander ana originator of
as being one of the best verscd men
on bible themes in the world. He has
spent a life time in its study, from
childhood the bible being his constant
companion. Al the age of II he was
httinSly termed the boy preacher.
lie has studied the bible in Hebrew.
Greek and English. and boldly chal-
lcnges the world to prove that between
it's pages there is one contradiction.
impOssibiity or absurdity-one thought
in the language in which it was writ
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31

idea. and say we get at it and organ
iz1 at once. Let's not talk about it
bet get right at it and start the ball
rolling and follow it ~"
"All right" said Sam, and it was
agreed that the work go forward at
once \ date was set for the first
meeting at GAINESVILLE. Wis, Saturday.
July /. 1899, AT > O'Clock p. M. in the
Y NJ. c. A. building. Letters were
sent out to several well-known chris
tian travelling men. who. in reply,
heartily endorsed the movement. At
the appointed time but three of the
men notified came: w. J. Knights. S.
+. Hill and J. II. Nicholson.
Not discouraged by the small atten-
dance for they remembered that
many other christian organizations
had been started by two or three) the
meeting was opened with prayer to the
Father of all. to lead and help.
The organization was formed with
S. E. Hill as president.
The question of a name arose. and
many suggestions were offered but
none seemed to suit; then some one
suggested that they bow in silent
prayer, and the first to think OF a
name suitable was directed to
speak it out. This was done. and il
a few minutes Brother Knights called
out "Gideons." The name was immedi-
ately adopted as a God-given name.
Brother Knights opened the bible and
read the seventh chapter of Judges.
After hours of solid planning, the
meeting adjourned to meet again at
Waukesha, Wis, Sept. l. 1899. Seven
GideOns out of the membership of IS
met and completed the organization.
At this meeting gold button having
a blue background, upon which is a
white pitcher, from which protrudes a
red flame or torch, was adopted as the
emblem of the order.
The object of the GideOns as stated
in the constitution is as follows: THE
object of the Gideons shall be to rec
ognize the Christian travelling men of
the world with a cordial fellowship:
TO encourage another in the Masters
work; to improve every opportunity
for the betterment of the lives of our
fellow travellers. business men and
others. with whom we may come in
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31

Much has been written of the power
of railroad corporations in our politics
/, is true that in many states certain
railways maintain a political staff
With them il is a business matter.
They seek to protect their property
from the unjust eXactiOns of legisla-
lures and public officials. II must be
remembered that Il certain class of
politicians and legislators are con
stantIy endeavoring to strike" rail
roads. That is. certain people get up
adverse bills and demand pay for de-
foatinC or dropping them. Railroad
officials fight fire with fire. Sometimes
they stop blackmail by gathering with
in their own control the power which
shall make attempts 10 blackmail
harmless. Being thus lei into political
activity in seIf-defensc. now and then
a railroad having ON its STAFF men of
genius politics overpiays its hand and
seeks to control with absolute sway
the actions of one or both the parties
within a state. setting up or pulling
down men at will. Doubtless it is true
that in at least onc-third of the states
railroad influence is paramount in the
affairs of one or both the political par
ties. but il is not directly through the
use of money that these roads operate.
The pass-the little pink slip of magic
charms their inStrumentality. I'm
agiuc the pervasiveness of free trans
portation in the bride of politicians
who are ever on the move from town
10 town. attending local and state con
ventions and fixing mp their little
schemes. In many 4 state politician
who pays his way is n curiosity. The
railroad pass is one of the potentiali-
ties of government in our great and
glorious country.
Twenty years ago the manager of a
presidential campaign who had in hand
fund of $500 600 to defray the expen-
ses of his operations thought himself
opulcnt. Gradually the sum required
by national committees graw and
grew. until. in 1896. high-water mark
was reached by the late Marcus \.
Hanna in his manipulation Of the cam
paign of William Mckinley. Through
Mr. Hanna'S hands. that year. PASSED
n sum falling but little under $4,000.
600 am we'll aware that the
amoun; has been often given much
higher figures. reaching. in some in
stances Sl5.OO0000 or $4,000, 900
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
CORPS OF TRAIN AUDITORS
Rock Island to Extend Service to EV-
cry Division of the System.

The Rock Island company has de
cided to put into service a full corps
of what it designates as train audi
tors" In every day railroad parlance
they are called spoilers.
The company has issued an order
TO this effect in which it is particular
to state that the action is not being
taken because of doubts the officials
entertain as TO the honesty of its cen
ductors. but that they may have more
precise information as to the train
receipts on the several divisions and
more especially between designated
stations.
The announcement of the intention
of the company to adopt this policy
is not in the nature of a warning to
it's conductors. for the order states
that the practice has been in vogue
for some time and that five of the
train auditors have already been in
stalled and working on trains between
Chicago and Denver and Chicago and
Kansas City.
The number is TO be materially in
creased and the service extended to
every division of the system. The
auditors are empowered to supplant
the conductors when they may see fit
in the collection of fares and of tick
cts. bur are not to have authority as
to the running of trains.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
ReriIeSt For Bids.

Notice is hereby given by the bOarG
of local improvements of the city O
Rock Island that bids will be received
at the Office of the city clerk of Rocl
Island up and until 9 O'Clock a. m. o
the sixth day of September, y. ID.
1904, at which date. said bids will be
opened, for the following work, to-wit:
The improvement of Third t3rd
avenue by paving. from the east line
of Twenty-fourth street. east to tho
west line of Twenty sixth street.
The cost of the same viii be paid il
bonds. which bonds will draw interest
at the rate of > per cent.
All proposals or bids must be &C
companied by a check payable to the
order of the president of the board of
local improvements. certified by q
responsible bank, in the sum of sin
hundred ami fifty $(G50) dollars.
The board reserves the right to re
ject any ard all bids.
WILLIAM M'CONOCHIE,
President Board of Local Improve
mentS
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
FORMS OF X. OF P. CHANGED
Supreme Lodge of Endowment Rank
More Liberal Terms.


In it's recent session the supreme
lodge of the knights of Pythias au-
thorized several improvements in the
forms of practices of the Endowment
rank, the insurance branch of the OF.
der
A 1O-days' extension was made in
the time of payment of the monthly
assessment. making it up to the Goth
of the month. and if payment should
not be made the policy can be rein
stated at any time within the next 40
days without medical examination.
Heretofore an examination has been
required.
The most important action was the
appointment of conference commit
tee to act with the board of control in
a general revision of the policy forms.
with the consideration of rates. The
Endowment rank at present has but
one policy, and it is desired to offer
several forms on step-rate. term and
other plans, so that a member of the
order could select the one that suited
his situation and means.
AT present the surplus fund of the
order can be invested only in gov
eminent and state bonds, and the pur-
chase of municipal and school bonds
as we'll was authorized.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31

who went TO the picnic, special cars
having been run.
The announcement that q delegation
of members of the Rock Island Turner
society will go by train TO participate
in the celebration at Eldridge. Iowa,
next Sunday is a mistake. A hack has
been engaged for the trip, and those
who entered the original arrangement
will find the conveyance in readiness
at the appointed hour of departure.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31

ten To man that would not stand the
test if tried before the bar of reason
and evidence For Al years Mr.. Mich
OILS has devoted his life TO religious
work and has never accepted a dol
lars salary. He is a preacher of con
siderable fame and has travelled many
thousands of miles in the United States
and Europe to aid his fellow men in
leading holy and pure lives
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
THE WEATHER.
CITY CHAT.

Call for the new Kinship.
"Snowballs" at Wilcher's.
For insurance, z. J. Burns.
Buy a home of Reidy Bros.
Tri-City Towel Supply company.
Tin and furnace work at Wilcher's
For bus, baggage. express, call Robb's.
Spencer & Trefz for bus or express
For real estate and insurance, e. j.
Burns.
Peaches and pears for canning, at
Harris.
The best display of fruits and vege-
tables i'll the city at Harris.
Ice cream and ice cream soda at
Petersen's, 1914 Third avenue.
Dancing all day and evening at
Prospect Park, Labor day, free.
Dancing all day and evening at
Prospect Park, Labor day, free.
Michigan clingstone and yellow
Crawford peaches at Hess Bros.
Arnold's 19-cent Hannelettes II cents
at McCabe's tomorrow morning.
w. H. Siemon will DO your tin work;
1927 Sixth avenue. New phone SAG.
Walline & Hamilton, express and
transfer. Old phone 1870, new 1854.
For tin and furnace work. see H. T.
Siemon. 1926 Fourth avenue, union 2S3.
Miss Hill will open her kindergarten
II the Lincoln school Tuesday, Sept. G..
50-cent double tipped silk and Isle
thread gloves % cents tomorrow at
McCabe's.
Z. B. McKown solicits your order
for hard coal before the September
advance.
McCabe's can help You get the chill
drcn ready for school next week. Read
ad. page eight.
Choice of all wash suits, worth up to
$3.50, for $1.19 tomorrow morning at
g O'Clock at McCCabe's.
Place your orders for genuine Pc
.cahontas and choice Springfield lump
and egg coal with McKown.
Attend the dance given by the West
End football team at Watch Tower
Friday evening. Sept. >. Admission, 80
cents; ladies' free.
itepuDHcanS of the Seventh ward
met last evening at the Office of the
Augustana book concern and decided
to organize a marching club.
Miss Florence Friestat. graduate of
Ausustana conservatory OF music. will
be pleased to meet any one Interested
in violin lessons at 25O3 Eighth ave
nue..
Mrs. Sadie Huldorf has opened no
ito nstore at 2O1G Ninth avenue She
will also keep fresh bakery and can
ned goods. The patronage of her
friends and the public generally lis so
liciIed.
g. Washington McCaskrin is 10 fly
one of his campaign kites in the city
Saturday, speaking in the evening of
that day on Market square. Thursday
evening he Will appear at Milan and
Friday evening at Library hall, Moline.
Motormen and conductors of the
Third aveue line OF the Tri-City
Railway company with their families
and friends are today enjoying a picnic
II the Watch Tower. The company
furnished free transportation to ali
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
Pile of Lumber Falls on Him.

s. A Nelson. of Moline. aged 60
years. sustained a fracture TO his right
leg and received severe bruises to his
left leg and hand yesterday afternoon
at New Shops. where he works. when
a pile of lumber fell over on him.
Nelson was taken To the Moline hos
pital.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-08-31
A STORE FULL OF
New Fall SUITS, CLOAKS, SKIRTS,
WAISTS, FURS, AND MILLINERY
Each season we strive to better the last

Each season we strive to better the last
For this Fall and Winter ne have gathered here
the Most Comprehensive and Best Selected Stock
of WOmenS Ready-tO- Wear Garments and Mill
inery have ever ShOWn.
Nowhere in the great west will you find
equal in point of size, completeness
in variety of assortmentS, or same good
qualities for the prices. When down
tomorrow spend few minutes in
store and the new goods which
have arrived, whether ready to buy or
not. Glad to have you look anyway