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The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
SINKING NEWTON
SHAFT BEING SUNK THROUGH ZEN
OUNCE GOLD ORE
FIFTY MEN ARE NOW EMPLOYED
THE LITTLE MATTE PROPERTY is
PROSPERING

The shaft on the Newton mine is being
sunk by contract at the rate of two feet
per dav. The shaft is now APO feet deep
and is being sunk 4X7r = feet in the clear.
Axel Strotn has the contract. 1t is the
intention of the owners, the Little Matte
company. to sink the Newton to a depth
of 100 f. ct, where connection will be
made with the fourth level from the
Little NJ Msttie mine. The latter level has
now been driven east 900 feet and $50
feet remain to be driven to make the
connection. There is fine streak of ore
time from four to six inches wide which
returns in the ueighborhood of ten
ounces in gold to the ton. No effort is
being made to save the ore separately,
the entire crevice matter as taken out by
the contractors being sent directly to the
mill for amale eamation and concentration
In the Little Matte mine leasers are
driving the fourth, fifth and sixth levels
east, while the company Is continuing
the seventh aud eighth levels east. There
are eiSAt set9 ot leaSefS "ofNlhE IN the
mine, and altogether about fifty men are
en- ploved.
For the past few days, on account of
underground conditions, the company
has been operating the mill day shift
only, there being temporary scarcity of
ore. The new cable tramway which is
now in service has an unlimited capacity.
aud its operation for two or three hours
daily is sufficient to keep the mill sup
piled for one shit
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
COLD MEDAL GOING
FORCE OF MEN START TO WORK ON
NEXT MONDAY MORNING.
SAMDS1RoM GETS A PROMOTION
c. 4 S. RAILWAY CAN USE HusrlERs
WhENIT FINDS THEM.

Superintendent Samuel Brett hour re.
ceived instructions from Pittsbury, Pa.
on Tuesday, to start work on the G Did
Medal mine. east of Silver Age gulch
He was advised that ample funds has
been placed at his disposal for carrying
out the proposed renovation of the
Gold Medal property, which work will
undoubtedly result in recovering he big
ore shoot which was lost BY the former
operators, after taking out $50, 900 from
above the 3rd level.
The Gold Mining property was recent.
Gently secured under a bond and lease
for term of three years, the price be-
ing in the neighborhood of $25 900, it is
said. Mr.. JOS. +. Young, of Pit,sburg,
Pa, secured the property after spending
some months III this and other districts
looking for suitable mining property for
his eastern associates. Mr. Young re-
turned to Plttsburs last week with en-
gineer's reports. copies of the smelts r
settlements for the ore, maps and full
data regarding the property, and this
week the incorporation papers will be
filed for record, Incorporating the Gold
Medal Gold Mining, Leasing and De-
velopment company with a capitalization
of 81 900 900 and shares worth 81 each
at par value. Owing to the exorbitant
fees aud the heavy tax exacted under the
Colorado laws, the company will be IN.
corporated under the laws OF Arizona.
The officers aud directors of the new
company are as follows: President, D.
F. Funkhouser; vice president, c. W.
Roney; 2nd vice president, A. F. Two
good; secretary.treasurer, Joseph F.
Young; superintendent, Samuel BIethour;
directors, ID. Updegraph, E. <. Miller
and S. W. Ervine. With the exception
OF Mr.. Brethour, all of the gentleme
are residents of Pittsburg, Pa. Superin-
teudent Brethour will start a force Of men
at work Monday morning in getting the
shaft in condition for sinking. During
the past few days the machinery has
been overhauled, coal and mine supplies
have been delivered, and the property
will be opened up. with every prospect
that within the next few months it will
be again placed on the list Of shipping
mines of that rich section of the dis
trict.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Electric Horse Cleaner.

That necessary adjunct to all well reg
ulated livery barns, the "cuffer," is rapid
ly giving place to scientific discoveries
Messrs. Noxon & Wood, propretors Of
the Plumner barns, have recently inaug
urated an electrical appliance which not
only takes the place of the old time
"cutfer" but does the work with much
greater speed and more thoroughly. The
cufIer consists of circular bristle brush
which operates at high rate of speed,
beng propelled by one and one-halt
horse power electric motor, and is SO
arranged that all outside portions of the
animal may be cleaned readily. Attach
ments are also provided for an electric
clipper. In the hands of an expert a
horse may be properly groomed in few
moments time with the new appliance.
Always up to-date this firm spares no ex-
pense to give their customers the best
possible service.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Church is Dedicated.

Large audiences attended the dedica-
tory services at the Methodist Episcopal
church last Sunday, and throughout the
day much interest was manifested. The
exercises were in charge of Bishop War
rem, who delivered the morning sermon
from the text. For Your Brass Will
Give You Cold" In the evening the
topic was: "Made Like Unto His
Brethren Both topics were highly
interesting and delivered in that mastery
manner with which Bishop Warren is
gifted. The sum of sS7I 90 was raised
by voluntary subscriptions during the
day, thus reimbursng the church organ
ization for its remodeling expenditures,
which amounted to total sum of 42oo
The Methodist congregation now has one
of the most commodious and modern
church buildings in the state, of which
1t is Justly proud.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
A Jolly Surprise Party.

Idaho Springs younger society set
enjoyed delightful surprise party at
the residence of Senator II. l.. Roberts
last Thursday evening, the hostess be
ing Miss Ruth Roberts. The invaders
carried with them an abundance of good
things to eat in an endless variety that
left nothing to be desired and Miss Ruth
was taken entirely off her guard. With
the family home entirely at their dispos-
al, the young folks proceeded to enjoy
themselves with all varieties of popular
games and the hours passed all too
quickly. The following participated
Gladys Oliver, Carrie Burger, Grace
Peck, Eva Garretson, May Colburn,
Ray Peck, William Oliver, Harry
Noyes, Lewis Roberts, Roy Plummer
Paul Roberts, Mack Roberts.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Cowboy Band is a Fixture.

Most satisfactory progress has been
made in the circulation of the subscrip-
ton paper for the support of the Cow
Boy band for the ensuing year, and gen
erous hearted citizens have already given
enough assurance that it is safe to say
that the musical organization will become
permanent fixture. While not nearly
all of the public spirited citizens have
been called upon, enough have signifed
their interest to secure this attraction,
and as fast as possible the list will be
completed, and every business man will
be given an opportunity to contribute to
this laudable enterprise. While most
satisfactory bank account now stands to
the credit of the Cow Boy band, there is
still deficiency, and it is to be hoped
that when the subscription paper is pre-.
sented no one will hesitate in getting on
the roll of honor.
The band is in nightly practice and the
m embers aside from contributing fnap-
cially to the funds, are giving of their
best energies and talent to perfe ct an
organization second to none in the west.
The year 1906 now bids fair to become
record breaker in the way of conventions
and national gatherings throughout the
state, and without question the Cow Bow
bands services will be in demand OF,
many occasions, and as an advertisement
the town can not possibly get better one.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Incorporation papers were filed yester.
dsy -aS.h the secretary of state FOR The
Santa Fe Club, the incorporators being
7. l.. Dill, William A Lamb and Walter
I. Cain. There is no capitalization, as
the organization is not formed for profit.
The club has secured rooms in the Mer-
chants and Miners National bank build
ing, which are being handsomely fitted
up. The club membership will De lin1-
tied to local mining and business men
and the exclusiveness will be desirable
feature. The rooms will be provided
with an abundance uf literature, ipclud.
ing the current magazines
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Shipping Some Ore.

Geo. w. Ford and associates are ship
ping ore from their lease on the Black
Eaele mine, at the rate of fifty tons
per man per month. The lease covers
a lock Of ground 200 feet long and 200
feet high. One man is engaged in
driving the drift ahead while two others
are stoping, the three men breaking
over five tons per day. The ore carries
uniform values of about $40 per ton
and returns good profit under the pre-
sent smelling and freight rates The
ore is silicious in character and streak
OF lead from two to eight inches in Width
lies alongside the quartz. This may re.
suit in finding body of rich ore in the
drlit or stope as work progresses. The
leasees however have no complaint to
make with the present showing, for as
the vein remains from two
to three feet wide and carries the pre-
sent values they will be able to make
several times days pay for long. time
to come.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Reward For Rustline.

Frank o. Sandstrom, the local agent OF
the Colorado & Southern railway, was
notified Tuesday afternoon of his ap-
pointment as travelling freight agent for
the company, covering the territory be-
tween Missouri river and Salt Lake CITY,
with headquarters in the general Offices
at Denver, and Tuesday morning be
will assume his new duties. He succeeds
George L. Word, who was recently ap-
pointed commercial agent of the Wabash
at Atlanta, Georgia.
The selection of Mr.. Sands.rom for
this important position came as a sur
prise both to him and his many friends
in this city, aud is considered a we'll
merited promotion for faithful and
efficient services in the interest of the
road. Mr.. Sandstrom was selected from
list of nearly half hundred applicants
for the position, not having any so-called
pull" which confirms the fact that the
promotion was made upon merit alone.
Mr.. Sandstrom, although but II years
old, was one of the most popular agents
on the Clear Creek division. He entered
the employ of the company here in 1900
as warehouse man, under the then agent
Mr.. F. E. Angcve; later he studied
telegraphy and became operator. Two
years ago he was appointed agent in
which capacity he has made an enviable
record.
Mr.. Sandstrom sattended the public
schools in Golden prior to coming to
this city, and by hard work and close
application has won deserved recog-
milton. He stands high in Masonic cir
cles and is a member of the Shrine
and knight remplars. Those familiar
with the young man predict for him
rapid rise in the railroad world, and
there is not the least doubt but that he
will make good" in his new position.
Morrison R. James, who has been
telegraph operator at the local depot,
and who was married last Saturday in
Denver, was summoned by wire while on
his honeymoon trip, he having been Sc
lected as Mr.. Sandstrom's successor.
This is an additional satisfaction to the
people of this community, as the young
man, during his short residence in the
city, has made many friends.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Red Men Pow Wow.

The lodge of Red Men, after initiating
several new members at It's regular meet
ing Wednesday evening, held the annual
election of officers after which a banquet
was served and the Indians enjoyed a
pleasant pow-wow.
The following officers were elected
Sachen, II. l.. Roberts. jr; Sr. Saga
amore, John Watson; Jr. Sycamore John
r. Jenkins; Prophet. A. w. Miller; Trus-
tee, Jonathan Bedford; Chief of Records,
Lewis Oliver; Collector of Coin, Thos
Coppard; Keeper of Wampum, w. +.
DDherty
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Commandary Banquet.

Local Commandary No. 20 knights
Templar, last Wednesday night enter.
tained the state grand officers and
knights of the Denver lodge, among
Jones, S. c. Warner, f. II. Jacobson,
Thos. Shears, c. P. Wilson, +. F.
Highland, ". D. Pierce. +. l.. Bishop,
X. Nj. Simmons, E. A. Barton and Geo.
l.. Sites. The commentaries of George.
town and Central City were represented
BY large delegations. The ritualistic
work was followed by sumptuous
banquet.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Big Five Case Postponed.

The damage case of Mrs. Sarah A
Stock against the Big Five company has
been postponed until next April. AT
the receLt hearing of this action the
plaintiff was awarded the sum of $40,
900 for injuries alleged to have been re-
ceived while taking bath in one OF
the defendant company' tubs. The
defendant sought and obtained the
privilege of a new trial
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

George Oxley and number of expe
rienced mining men have formed a local
pool tor the purpose of finding another
million dollar lease in the Lamartiue
mine. The pool has plenty of muscle
and limited amount of capital, and it il.
stated that they have every prospect of
opening another bonanza shoot in that
famous old property. The block Of
ground secured by the syndicate has
never been explored, and in that net
work of cross.veins, horses and fssures.
that may encounter all kinds of ore by
the right kind Of development.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02
Mammoth Electric Scheme

A gigantic electric power generating
scheme is being planned by party of
Denver and eastern capitalists. but the
details of the contemplated series of
electric power plants are withheld until
certain property interests have been Sc
cured. 1t is probable that before the
winds of next winter s'art to blow.
every available water power on Clear
creek will be utilized by the promoters Of
the present enterprise. There has devel-
oped considerable competition in the
electric light and power field, and it is
understood that if the plans of the cap
itallsts now under consideration are car
ried out there will be a material reduc-
ton in the cost of electric light and
power for both Gilpiu and Clear Greek
counties.
The pl4rs of the new company, it is
lntimated include the purchase of the
Chicago lakes, and the building of stor-
age reservoirs at every available point,
also the driving of number of tunnels
for the conveyance of water. The lakes
OF the Yankee Hill and James peak sec
ton are also to be used for the storage.
Of water, and the operations of the new
company will cover every available
point in Clear Creek County.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Flushed with his recent success in
welding human lives, rumor has it that
Justice Wilkins will give away house
and lot to every couple who seeks his ser
vice in matrimonial lines between now
and the first of the new year.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Ben Holly, a gentleman of color, after
associating with high balls on Wednes-
day, created a disturbance The neigh.
bors objected to his conduct and he was
arrested. Magistrate Wilkins handed
him the usual flo and costs, and he will
probably not repeat the performance
soon.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

AT the regular meeting of Idaho
Springs lodge No. oo7 B. P. o. Elks
held Tuesday evening. Samuel Brethour
was elected exalted ruler to fill the va
cancy caused by the death of Arthur ]. .
Ventress.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Mayor George Riley spent the fore
part Of the week i'll Denver absorbing
political ideas by association with the
| party chiefs.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Robert II. White, of the Williamson
Investment company, took Mrs. Whites
advice to get away from business cares
for day and accompanied her to Dem
yer to enjoy the blessings OF Thanksgiv-
ing with relatives and friends. They re-
turned yesterday evening.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

The ladies OF the Presbyterian
church will hold their annual bazaar on
the afternoon and evening of Wednes-
day, December II.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Ralph Chase, Chas. E. Wiley, VIM.
Harvey, Flor Ashbaugh Frank n. Owen,
A. c. Balsinger and Richard Broad, OF
Central City, drove over Wednesday
evening to attend the meeting of the
knights Templar.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Miss Nellie H.nlou came I'D from
Denver Tuesday, to spend Thank sgiving
with friends in this CITY,
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Jos. l. Coddiugt1n, who is drawing a
salary of 1000 plunks per month from
his lease on the Edgar mine went to
Denver Wednesday to scatter some of
the shekels to the four Winds
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Mr.. and Mrs. Thos. Black have taker
charge OF the Oriental restaurant or
Miner street and have disposed of their
grocery business.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

The ladies of the Sunnyside Lutheran
church will be entertained at the home
Of Mrs Anton Eek berg next Thursday,
December 7.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Thos. ] Smith, of Butler, Mo-, who
Is interested in several mining properties
in this section, arrived Tuesday for a
short visit,
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

f.. X. Robinson. of Marlette, Mich
and George Slllers, of Denver, were il
the city Thursday on mining business.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Henry McClelland came home to eat
Thanksgiving turkey and to nurse his
fractured ribs received in recent foot
ball scrimmage.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

The district court will convene on
Monday, December II. Both the civil
and criminal dockets are light and the
session wi not be long one.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Mrs. r. d Blair and children went to
the valley Monday morning for few
days stay
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Miss Myra McFarlane, who has been
confined to her bed for several days with
grip and tonsolitis, is convalescing.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

w. +. Renshaw spent Thank sg living
with Mrs. Renshaw who is still a patient
in Denver hospital
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

w. l.. Bush and R. b. Morton were pas
sengers for the big city on this mornings
train.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

II. A. Elliott went to Denver Thursday
morning and rescued Carl knoettge from
the bleachers at Broadway park, and now
has the lad on the high road to recovery
for muchly strained voice.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

A. c. Dart. jr. of Newhouse. Utah,
arrived THU day for a short stay on
mining business.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Mrs. Ezra Watson and Mrs. lay 7
Kane spent the fore part Of the week in
the capital citv
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

VIM. Williams, of Denver one of the
from the Lamartine niue years ago, was
in the city this week shaking hands
with many old acquaintance.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

David Kennedy, of Georgetown, wa.
in the city several days this week OF
mining business
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

County Clerk Comstock locked up the
Office Thursday and ate turkey with rela
tives in this city.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

The next regular session of the Dis
cussion club will be entertained by
Mrs. R. B. Morton, on Monday Decem
ber a.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Rev. Rose from Denver will preach in
the Gospel Mission next Sunday Dec
3rd, 1905, both morning and evening
at 1890 and 7:3o p. III.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Harvey Preston, of Yankee hill, was a
Denver visitor during the week before
his Information.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Jack Sinclair, of the Cow Boy band
went to Pueblo Thursday morning fo
a several days visit.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Mack Roberts is nome from the Boul
der school fattening up for the balanc.
of the school year.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Sheriff Sandberg was called to Denye7
yesterday afternoon on official business
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Herbert S, Sands. Of Denver, spent
several days in the city this week.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Mrs. J. NJ. Osborn spent Thanks giving
iu the capital city with friends.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

The Modern Protective association
and supper, at the opera house Wednes-
day evening. Aside from its social fea-
lures the affair was gratifying success.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Manager J. B. MacFarlane of the
Banty mine, is laid up for repairs at his
home in this city, the result of injuries
he sustained the latter part of the week
while adjusting the machinery in the
shaft house. Mr.. McFarlane was at
work near the sheave wheel and was
standing on some timbers which we're in
securely fastened, when the structure
gave way and he fell a distance of 20
feet. Fortunately the trap door over
the collar of the shaft had been closed
otherwise the fall would have been
directly into the shaft with probably
fatal results. The bones in the ankle of
his right leg were fractured, and he
received numerous bruises and coutu-
sions, which will confine him to his
home for some weeks. Mr.. McFarlane
was about to depart for the east in the
interest of his properties, and he re-
grets the delay in making the trip,
rather than his physical Inconvenience.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Proprietor A. J. Page, of the Hotel de
Paris, states SO far this fall he has had
twice as many guests as during the same
period of last year. He has been obliged
to obtain new register, and compar-
ison with the hotel arrivals of year ago
show a decided increase.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Andrew Anderson crossed his legs under
the family table in Denver Thursday.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

The highest scores at the bowling al.
leys during the month of November we're:
Ladies, Mrs. v. Hicksou, ia; gentlemen,
II. McClanahan, 773.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

VIM. l.. Milliean was soaked !Io and
costs before Justice Wilkins Wednesday
for being drunk and dsorderly. Not
having tie funds with which to pay his
fine, be was permitted to work it out on
the street, under Supervisor o Rourke.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

DR.. J. T. McClanshan, of Bonneville.
Mo-, arrived in the city last evening for
the transaction Of important mining
business
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

Manager Berry. of the Wyandotse,
spent Thanksgiving with his family in
Denver. Upon his return Thursday
afternoon he was accompanied by a
daughter who will visit friends here over
Sunday
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

G. S. Scott, a black smith employed
by Ed. Phillips, received word late last
saturday that his father had met with a
serious accident. his arm being severed
at the shoulder by circular saw. Mr..
Scott. departed at once for Kansas City.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

w. H. Mellor and Walter Jones, both
well known and popular business men,
have joined forces and have opened a
place of business in the old Hall building
on Water street. for the sale of meats
both wholesale and retail. Their success
is predicted
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

A new employe Of the Thero marke,
caught the digits of his left hand in the
cogs OF a sausage machine the first o.
the week and it is said will lose the uss
of several Of those useful mem bers.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

The ladies Of the Presbyterian church
Will give their annual bazaar and supper
on Wednesday, Dec. I3. This annual
event is always of interest to the public,
and note should be made of the date.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1905-12-02

DR.. F. E. Smith, now of Idaho
Springs and Miss Mary Giddings, OF
Jackson, Mich, were united in mar
riage at the home of the groom's BROTH
er, Prof. c. E. Smith, Of the School of
Mines faculty on Thursday last. DR..
B. T. Vincent, of the Methodist church,
oficiated. The brides mother accom-
panied her from her old Michigan
home, and will spend . few weeks
with the young couple at Idaho Springs
before returning.-GGlden Transcript.