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Valentine Democrat. (Valentine, Neb.) 1900-1930, 1905-04-20
TALK OF THE TOWN
Query-BensOn.

The marriage of G. D. Query to
Miss Esther Benson took place in
the Episcopal church Tuesday af-
ternoon at two o'clock. Only rel
atives of the two parties were
present and the affair was very
cleverly planned and carried out.
The bride was dressed in a beauti-
full gown of white silk, trimmed
in point lace, and the bridesmaid,
Miss Julia Query, also was gown
ed in spotless white.
Mr.. Query is we'll and favorably
known here, having been a resi-
dent of Cherry county for a num-
Der of years, and Miss Benson has
a friend in every home of the COM
munity.
The newly welded couple will be-
gin housekeeping in a newly fur
nished home about II miles south
of Valentine and will be at home
after May LIST. The DEMOCRAT
extends congratulations.
Valentine Democrat. (Valentine, Neb.) 1900-1930, 1905-04-20

where he had been attending US.
court as a witness.
Michael None and Irwin c..
Stotts, of Cody, we're in our city
Monday. Mr.. None stopped at
our office for brief visit.
Promises are like pie crust and
storm often breaks an engage
ment but we fail to understand
how money would compensate a
person for unrequited love, unless
it was for monetary consideration.
Jacob Klein, of Simeon, rode in
horseback to visit our city the first
| of the week. He and his wife
were in town a couple of weeks
ago, the FIRST time in a long while
that they had come to Valentine,
but since they have moved to the
Flineaux place, find it near enough
to come oftener.
VIM. Shelbourn called at our Of
fee Tuesday while enroute to north
table land with a load of his house
hold goods from his former home
on the Snake. Mr.. Shelbourn has
rented a farm of S. Moon for this
season and will put in his crop
now and move his family up next
month from the Snake.
Henry Detgen was in town Mon
day and told us that a young calf
was born on his fathers place last
week with two full we'll developed
heads, four eyes and four ears.
The calf was dead when Mr.. Det-
gen discovered it. Two or three
years ago calf was born on the
same farm having five legs.
Mr.. and Mrs. O'Connor arrived
in Valentine Sunday morning from
Homer, Neb., and expect to make
their home on the O'Connor ranch
near Chesterfield. Mrs. O'Connor
will be remembered as Miss Cora
Waters, who occupied position
the First National bank and later
in the Valentine State bank.
! Our picturesque lake is great
resort. This was demonstrated
very strongly Sunday morning, for
at least two hundred people visit
ed the lake. Some went down for
the purpose of fishing; others sim
ply for the walk, It is just the
right distance for a nice healthy
stroll. and people visiting our town
should not miss the chance of see
ing our beautiful lake.
Henry Clapp, of Simeon, was in
town Monday and is looking we'll.
Henry tells us that one of his COWS
got choked a few days ago and he
took fork handle and run it down
her throat but failed to relieve the
COW and she died. He opened the
cows throat and found a piece of
an old stove pipe which had cut in
to the side of the gullet and which
was the cause of the cows death.
The county Judge last Wednes-
day issued a marriage license to
Mastick and Myrtle Jones and
Harry Hull and Ada Kimball. He
then in the presence of of witness
ses spoke the words which made
them man and wife. The con-
tracing parties are we'll and fav-
orably known to the people of
Ainsworth, all of whom join with
the Star-Journal in wishing them
happiness and prosperity. Aims
worth Star-Journal.
John Shelbourn and Jake Brech-
bill were in town the first of the
week shivering from their long
ride in the cold. We saw them
down to Cohota's restaurant try
ing to get on the outside of good
hot, square meal. They had a
couple of friends with them that
we didn't know and they we're too
Valentine Democrat. (Valentine, Neb.) 1900-1930, 1905-04-20
JEFF DE FRANCE KILLED.
Tangled Up in a Windmill and
Strangled to Death on His
Ranch Near Ellsworth.

This sad news was wired to Al
lance Monday morning from Els
worth. His wife feeling worried
over his unusual absence went out
to learn the cause and on coming
to the mill was greeted with the
awful sight of his dead body. tang
led up in the mill, he evidently
having been caught in some way
while oiling it.
Mr.. De France was one of the
old time cattlemen, having been
with Bartlett Richards long before
civilization began settling up these
western plains as foreman of his
ranches. Last fall he organized
the De France Cattle company and
shortly afterward was married.
Among his wedding gifts was one
for $4,000 from the Nebraska Land
and Cattle Feeding Co., of which
Mr.. Richards is president, which
Mr.. Richards is president, which
is evidence of the high esteem in
which he was held. He was small
in stature but large in mental
qualities and had the reputation of
being one of the best judges of
cattle in the west. Personally he
was most agreeable man and one
whom everyone coming in contact
with was bound to like because of
his manly qualities. 1t has been
long time since the death of any
one in this county caused a great
er shock to those acquainted with
him.-Alliance Pioneer Grip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14
TERRIBLE ACCIDENT,
Charles Manning injured In en- Ex-
Plosior, Mcnday.

One Of the most ErurSomc accidents or
which the people of This locality have
near: for many years happened in North
Nassalhoro Monday morning. and as n re-
suit Charles Manning, laboret' on the
pip" line. lies in Z condition the only
change Of which will proba bly, 10 death.
TIL accident was much of the same ra-
tura rs that which happened to James
Gran; y few months ago at the kennebec
Water District station. only tenfold worse.
AS Manning was driving his pick into
the frozen ground ii came in contact with
a Piece Of dynamite. An explosion rcnt
the earth. driving large pieces Of frcZer,
gravel ana rock in all directions AL
Though there We're several men III danger-
Gus ncarncSS 10 the explosion none of
ihcr: were injured to any extent. Mr..
Manning being directly over the charge
received all the injuries which it was pos
sihr for him 10 have without losing his
life. His face was covered with fine and
coarse particles which blew from the
ground. The forefngcr of his left hand
was driven beneath the skull ana Law on
the surface of'the brain without even be-
ing severed. The hand itself was split
into partS and will, in all probability. be
useless. even II the sufferer finally rprOy-
rrs from the worst effects of the acct
dent. one eye was put ont. the other
may share the same fate later on. Two
large pieces of rock were found to have
been embedded in his left leg Tbes were
";lsily removed ana tie injuries are prob
ably confined to his head
The man was taken to Il nearby shanty
and Drs. ID. Il. Cragin Hf Watcrville. and
H"adlee Of NaSsalboro. were summoned
After as many Of the foreign particles
We're removed rs could be ut the time he
was taken to the house of Mrs. B,tter
field. wfo lives in the vicinity. ana \
nurse was Immediately provided. who
will attend 10 III" case. The district will
4" all that will be possible to restore the
man to as much Of his normal self as may
he left, should his life be sustained.
1t is thought by the engineer in charge
Of the work in that place that when the
charges were being made in the ditch a
piece Of dynamite had lodged in some
seam Of rock which failed to explode a:
the proper time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14
At Colby.

The names Of the successful contestants
for the senior exhibition with junior parts,
TO be held the last of the present term,
have been announced as follows: Gull
ford u. Coy of Pressure Isle. Influence OF
Popular Government upon Civilization;''
Ezra X. Maxfield of Winthrop, 1.-The First
American Novelist" Clarence n Flood of
South Paris. Some Perils of Our Ma
tional Life" Edward II. Cotton of Nor
way, Religion of Abraham Lincoln;'
ittfie M. Lowe of Watcrville, American
Songs Of the Sea- Adde NJ. I.akin Of
Waterville. "Burne-Jones and His Art
Ada p. Keen Of Waterville, ''Womanhood
in LonGfellow's Poetry" May Harvey o:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

1t was rumOrrI ana confidently stat
"d, few weeks ago. that the city mad
been asked ana consented to give for
the use Of III" students Of Good VIII
Farm. = few Of our desks which are
not being u.'cl at he present time by
III" pupils of the common schools
Word has beCn received. however tina;
such was no. the case, although the
city stood in a helpful attitude should
any such assistance have been solicit
ed. Tho students Of Coco VIII. it is un-
dtrstrod have. in some way. either been
provided, or hay" provided themselves
with the desired school furnishings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

The new membership committee ol
The Eoard of Trade is huStling To ana
u.y, members to the roll and as the Zee
ic . small one and the benefits 10 be
derived manifold. they are meeting
with considerable success. 1t is the
aim of the newly elected secretary.
CIV \. Hildreth, to maintain Il mem
bcrship list OF at least 400, ana the
work of the committee is laid upon
lines with this object in view. AS one
of the members of the board told the
Journal man. la$t evening, The tiarii-
nef. Board Of Trade has already ac-
4 great deal of good, for
The city. for the citizens and for tn"
who have seen fit to ..s-
tablSh their Industries here The
Eastman corn canning industry, which
will begin operations in May, will give
tn $50 pe"ple-and had it
rot been for the Board of Trade it is
quite probable that Mr.. Eastman and
his partners would never have heard
Of the city as Il desirable place To To-
ate such an industry. The BOARD has
already pledged over 115 acres of
corn FOR tn" II" Wconccrn and
more is on the way"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

1t ha" been decided 10 hold the FIX
hibilIpn of Arts and Crafts on Tucs,lay
'Vci!ilG, i'rD. ~, ana Wednesday, after
noon and tvtning, March !, since th.
date originally scheduled. Feb u, was
also set for another popular affair. The
general committee IS composed Of Mrs
=. T.. Pr"bl" MR.. j. i. Hill, Mrs T., g.
WarGWcll ana Mrs. \. l.. Valdron. The
Ini;n, subcommittee ANA the De-
IAItmcnts If which they have charge
ar" as follows: Erf."ehIacntS. Mrs.
F.ivir;t CasW.lI; dpntstIc appliances.
,.Ir:'. -. y. M:ad"r; non" r.;:d" candies.
MIS-. q. T.. owen; an1rgira ANA curips
Mr.. T.. G., WarGwrN; typography. Mrs.
Fred Head; EashCts ana bead work.
Mrs. l.. X. AnHtin; rugs Mrs. q. W.
iiItciinS; whit" ar. necdlcWork, Miss
Mary :. irish, cclOrcI art needle work
Mrs. \. L, Wnl':On. sofa l.ilows. Mrs
q. w. Dnrr; orit ntal work, MISC Grace
Love: lace, Mis-. +. T.. Gin;dcn; china
Miss An!ii" Dor, art Mrs. j. T.. Hin
photography, Mrs. :. J.. Trcblc. Every
n-rlnbtr q fth. Nomans Literary Clnn
is earnestly invited to contributed to
come depart mont. Any lady having ar
~ les which ~" u ready to loan for
this rThibtir is requested TO COME"
with the chai'"lan. Mrs s T.. Preblc.
III" c"lnmi't'.r Offer 4 prize for the
most delicious candy put up in tn
Gah-tioSt style.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

\ party Of society people numbering
%, had intended to have Il good time in
McS:'cIOns kec hall. Oakland. Monday
night. BEFORE taking the ear. however
il WAS learned that the hall had been
engaged by another party for that
date. The place of meeting was, there
fore. changed. but the program was as
successfully carried out as it could
have been under the epected conditions.
DR.. ID. Il. Cragin, one Of the party.
kindly offered the use of his waiting
rooms To which the crowd went, opened
their lunch baskets and proceeded to
"overcome evil with good" in most
profitable way. After refreshments had
given their best cheer to the company,
whist and general merriment passed
away the remaining hours of the even
ing and Messalonskee hall was never
once thought of or mentioned during
the entire season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

The Grange fair will open n
evening. at Massachusetts hail. dou i.
less with a big attendance. as II Is ,.e,s
timated that about 1900 season ticks .iaas
have been sold. All the attractions sad
usually found at fairs will be iO will
he served in Grange hall from . 10 , me
o'clock. The drama. Among N. n.
pra,kers" will be presented py c, '
Belgrade Grange Dramatic u'u H.
Wednesday Ned cold meat supper will sn,. gs
served at the usual hour. tn e,s s Of
tainment on this evening to cons, rs.S !
a corcert by the local band ana M 1 Hav-
ings By Miss Mildred Murray o. q f't the
arbiu Mass. 1t is the purpose u lake
varios committees in charge ~ held
his the most successful fair eyer
by the Grange.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

A delegation of young ladies from
the elias OF 1905, Gardiner High school,
waited upon Mayor Russell 1T MS Oh
flee, Monday afternoon, and presented
plans for the proposed trip 10 WASH
ington. this spring. y vote was taken
IN the class recently, and 1t SHOVE"
cut three in favor of having an elap-
crate graduation. All of the rest were
in favor of the trip to the natio'liti
capital. Mayor Russell viii can IL
special meeting of the board oidirect-
crS of the High school, this week, when
th. rlatter will be considered. Whil"
there will rot be any objection offered
ia th4 Washington plan. it does APP
near ia be advisable to suspend grad
lIation exercises altogether.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Dr.. ]. II. Pooler died. Sunday night
at his rooms on Madison Avenue after
a lingering illness ol Brieht's Disease
Two sisters residing IT. Portland are tn"
only surviving relatives. DIR. Pooler
was for many years engaged in tn
practice Of dentistry, and had an Office
at The time ri his decnase, but owing TO
the condition OF his health was able to
do little or nothing at his profession for
more than a ycar prior 10 his death.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Tickets are now on sale at Hawkcr' s
drug store for the coming concert
which are soon to be given by the
members of the public schools. A matt
nee viii be one feature of the event.
ana music from 80 voices viii BE- rem
Grrcd to a crowd of fond parents and
Interested citizens. II the evening
about 200 children VIII p,I cOrm the sew
"ral pert, in addition to the spccialtie3
which nave already been mentioned.
The rcheIrsilS are proceeding to TIL.
extreme qualification ana confidence %
The leaders, and our school children
are certain 10 prove themselves capable
uf being capital cnt"rt. inrrs, and Of
furnishing ON. Of tn" principal events
Of the season IN he way Of enjoyment !,
such as the opera mouse can afford.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14
Drama Repeated.

The miniature drama Queens and
Kingdom" which was presented Il
week ago by TIC Queer Esther Society
Of the Methodist Church in honor Oh
some thirty visitors from the Madison
society was repeated, Monday evening
the attendance At the first presentation
having been light owing to the uli'
favorable weather conditions. In adui-
ton to the speaking parts, the follow
ing specialtics were introduced:
PART !.
Indian Cirl-recitation and song,
Miss Rachel Dempsey
Negro Girls-sonE, n,,hom
Grace OnStott and Opal bingham
C-biposa cirlNSoug Edna Geichell
Queen F,sther-Song, MISS App'e Luz
TableauX.
PART II.
Piano Solo Miss Bessie Allph
Maude French
Circle Meeting. with reports. etc
Chorus, America.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Taconnet has, posted in her bowling
alley room. u schedule Of games for
this week which ar" proving to b. Or
great interest 10 the members of the
club. The different CLASSES Of The mill
employees mr. lifted against on anutn-
q. in order to ;.se "rtain which division
can furnish til" best boWlrrs The result
Will be made known later.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Lrouder. The team which Is going to
the proudest OF the proud, viii be
known, after his contest, tonight.
Tickets are now on sale al Hawker'3
drug store. Simpsons drug store ana
G. II. Miller's cigar store. Take fair
warning and get there early enough to
stand a fair chance to see the game to
III. best advantnge.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

business meeting of the Hallowcll
Human" Society WAS held ut tie Il
hi3ry. Monday evening. This society
WITH ITS agents, has been very aggrrS-
Slv" during the past few weeks. Many
lm"ntHhle looking horses have been
placed out of commission ANA others
'.i" receiving better care ANA more
feed as Il result of the crusade
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Acting as coroner. Chief of Police
Andrews was called to Chelsea. early
Monday morning, to view the remains
of William Ray. aged 81 years. The
man was an inmate OF the National
Soldiers HOME, and conducted a small
newspaper business. a physician gave
Il certificate naming heart disease as
the direct cause of death.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

George f. Sampson. Eminent Com
m2nder, has announced the following
appointive officers Of DeMoay Com
mandery No. ~ X. r.. to serve for the
HnsuinS year: Warden. Marshall C.
Files; standard bearer f. g. Danforth:
sword bearer. G. \. Ross: first guard
Renj preslia; second guard. Robert
Lord; third ',lIard. i. G. DuntOn; senti-
mel, ". II HAYES.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

4 scri"s Of three dancing parties
have been arranged by members Of
MHine Commandery, No. ], which will
T." given on TIE following dates: Fri
day. Feb. 4, March 10 ana March 81
Whist will be one Of the features Of
these pleasant evenings, and refresh
ments will be served
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Tuesday evening enjoys the reputation
OF being the fastest and cleanest all
amateur team in Massachusetts. ana
possibly New England. The local man
ayers of the sport have gone to con-
siderable expense in obtaining date
from this star organization, and the
games on Thursday night ought 10
prove the gala event of the basket
tall season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14
The I<cnnobec Central I

The Ncnnobec Central Driving Asso-
cation held 4 meeting, last evening
and decided on the complete arrange
mtntS for Il meet to be held on the ice
track, Thursday afternoon. The prin-
cipal attractions will be Il 3-miuutn
class and IL matched race. The latter
should prove il winner as it will prob
ably delight all lovers of ice track
racing. The races Will begin promptly
at | O'clock
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

InIdaN's Snow storm did little to af-
fc't travel in Gardiner ana vicinity.
Tie rural letter carriers were not 50
greatly inConvrnierCed by The drifting
None of The Maine Central trains were
over few minutes behind running
time. ana IL" street ears kept to sc!Iei-
ulc periods.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Miss Blish gave 4 large party at her
home on Brunswick avenue. last even
ing. Miss Blish entertained her many
guests with her usual charm. and ex-
hlhted great number of Japanese
curios and jewels which she collected
ANA jewels which she collected while
on 4 tour of the world 4 short time
GsO.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Persons having bills for material,
labor. etc. against the city Of Glrdi-
r"r, :'hrul'l present them To the mayor
on On before the 18th Of this month
that they may be approved at the
Erxt meeting uf tn. city government,
which ocrurS Tuesday the 18th.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

The members of the Tuesday Club
of the Baptist church are requested to
meet with Miss Margaret Hall at Bak-
er hall. Industrial school, Thursday
evening. for n social and entertain
ment. Refreshments will be served
All members are requested to be pres
cnt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

TIL" stewards of III" Gentlemcn'
Driving Club have not yet arranged
for a matinee for this week, bat tho
track is being kept up in good shape
for tho members who wish to run off
It littl.. excess speed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Mrs. Olive Libby, one Of the oldest
residents Of Gardiner, having lately
rassad her 9Gth milestone, is very i'll
at her home in this city. and her re-
coverv is d, sraired Of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Manager Carrick of the Tayntor
Granite Works, who has recently re-
turned from a business trip to New
YORK City, states that the business
prospects for the summer are very
promising, and that as soon as the new
plant is ready 800 or more men VIII
be given employment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

The basketball game between Fair
field and TacoEnet is certain to be the
tug of war" or, perhaps even better,
the climax OF the gymnasium excite
ments which will have been experienced
by the public during this season. 1t is
a well known fact that these teams are
about evenly matched. Fairfield has a
reputation Of which she is justly proud,
TacOnnet has one of which she IS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

There We're two cases tried before
Judge Shaw III the municipal court.
Monday morning, which were Il little
different from the usual run of bust
ness. The first case was Il suit brought
by Charles rooltr against Edward
Higgins. both of Watcrvile, to recov-
cr the balance claimed 10 BE- due on
>thr sale Of u horse. f. ". Clair, Esd
appeared for the plaintiff. ana c. W.
liu-t.v, ESQ, foi' the defendant. A de
ciSiun Was rendered i'll favor of the
former. The net case was a suit
brought by the McCnrmick Moving
Machine Co. against Peter Tardiif to
Recover pHy for Il horse rake. The
counsel for the defendant contrndrI
that the goods had been warranted
and, upon trial they had been found 10
be insufficient ANA defective. The judg-
nictlt WIS rendered in favor of the
plaintiff. The defendant appealed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

A class in music numbering 81 -"
more has been organized to be ul'us
the instruction OF Elmer Towhe' 'e" r,o
er Of music in our public schools ],
class will meet Thursday evehi's'
the High School room.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14
CITY BOWLING LEAGUE,
Shoenahors and Clerks Roll Close
Game at Arnold's Alleys,

The Shormakcrs and he Clerks teams
rolled. last night. on ArnulI's alleys in
q tournament game one of the series of
the City Bowling League games The
game was an Interesting one from start
To finish, with the clerks rollers putting
up a hot struggle TO gain, remembering
doubtless, that their team remains at the
bottom Of the standing list The result:
SIJnI|N
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

The illustrated lecture by Rev. Peter
MacClu"en on Russia and japan. M
Wilson hall, this evening. will furnish
an exceptional opportunity to become
wen posted on these interesting coun-
tries.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

1t is understood that New Mills will
put out Il candidate for chief of po-
licc-hut the g"ntlcman's name has moi
yet been officially announced.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

Several ncqu2intamces Of Pauline"
went to Togus. last evening, To wit
ness the hypnotic performance in the
National Home theatre.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1905-02-14

a giant iciclc, fully 20 feet in length.
hung from the roof Of the Johnson
Opera house. Monday afternoon. and
it vii. probably be removed, this morn