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Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
Desuerafe.

Aunt Ruth-'Tls sad to grow old
Her Niece-How much would you give
to be as young as I? Aunt Ruth
would almost submit to being as fool
teh
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
A Little Misunderstanding.

"Slr. your sons performance on the
French horn Is execrable. 1t will drive
everybody from my house. You told
me he was teacher
81 did not. said he was a tooter.'
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
A Skeptic.

did you tell your father the story
read to you of Jonah and the whale"
asked teacher of one Of his scholars.
Yes. SIR replied the lad "but he
didn't believe it. Dad never believes
any fish stories unless be tell them
I;O,SoIf"
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

How did your sea voyage work,
Bigley?'
81 was IN such a state Of collapse
when l reached Liverpool that | ca
bled back to learn whether 1 had
thrown up my job"
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
AlarNeloua.

She-And to think am the only girl
you ever loye1l He-Yes. dear. She
And ito think you thought believed IL!
Brooklyn kIfe.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
Money to Loan.

Eight Thousand Dollars to lend on
real estate security in sums OF not ess
than three hundred dollars. LoauS
may continue as long as the interest is
promptly paid. Address
VIM. T. WILLIAMS,
Lock Box 254. Woodstock, Va.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
A tiIdn uRADE FART FOR SALE.

Situated IN Prince William Co. Va, con
tanning IS acres of highly improved land u
mile from Gainesville Station, Southern K. X.
lone hour and twenty minutes TO Washington
ID. c. Free of mortgage OF debts Of anv kind.
2sI% acres in HIGHEST sTAE of CULTiv ATIoS--6k
acres in FINE TIMBER. Land Is rolling, well
fenced with plank and wire fencing, running
water through tho place, fine spring in one
field and water piped from pump into an-
other field. also into barnyard The farm is
divided into six fields, not including timber.
which is enclosed in hog proof fence, making
seven divisions besides garden. The land has
been lmed-coTu crop last year "a barrels to
acre. Orchard of az acres of splendid fruit
apples. peaches. pears.cherries, piums, grapes.
rasberries, etc. An elegant new dwelling of
nine rooms. halls. bay windows. with hand
some porches, one entire length OF house.
corn house, meat house, hen house, etc. An
artesien we'll of fine water near kitchen. Fine
barn with six large stalls, carriage house,
wagon and COW sheds. All the buildings
painted like dwelling. This will make a
model dairy farm Price $ssoo.00, on satisfac-
tory payments. Apply to
J.N. DAVIS & Co,
Real Estate Agents,
Woodstock. Va
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

Don't look so glum, Pilkerton. Use
CHEEKY words. They cost nothing"
Cost nothingl II speak ten cheery
words to my wife, she asks me FOR
some money"
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

"Can your wife make as good pies as
your mother dldT
"Yes indeed. Mother uses my wife's
reci,p p"-Cleveland Free Press.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
The Nyuy of the Law.

A man who goes to law may not be
in the poor sutor class when he starts,
but is liable 10 be before he finishes
Washington Star.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

II thou wou,dst have brother frank
TO thee be frank 70 him.-Child.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

1t doesn't take much Of n girl TO
make a fool OF any man. Nature did
40 much.-St. Louis Democrat
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

Lulu-YOu should get him to sign the
pledge before YOU marry him. Babs-
Why. he doesn't drink. Lulu-No, but
he may be tempted TO later.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

Who rises every time he falls VIII
sometimes rise to stay.-Morris.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

Ee sure no man was ever discomfort
ed with the world who did his duty In
N.-SCuthev
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

Where man has passion for medi-
tating without the capacity OF thinking
particular idea fixes itself fast and
soon cre!tes a mental disease.-Goethe.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
He Misunderstood.

Mr.. SimpSol-Sam, is ii true that you
confscate Your ncighbOrs chickens?
Sam-NO. sab: fricaZeeS 'em.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20
Tho pocf'a sisfenCy.

TIC TOctS THcU"rf'c"cs'
"You speak of the brooks" said the
critic as he looked over his friends
poem. las the most joyous things in
nature"
$50 they are" said the poet.
"But YOU are inconsistent"
why"
Because later on you say they are
ever murmurirg
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Rhode Island Reds.

Full blood Rhode Island Red Egg:
for sale at S10O per setting. A few
full blood cocks at $l.00 each.
NJ. c. GRABILL,
Woodstock, Va.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1906-04-20

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Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12

That we have larger, better
stock this year than ever before.
II you want anything in the
jewelrFy line yodlr 6nd the bsste {:
assortment In our store. We
especially invite out of town
trade to call on US when in the =.
city, whether you buy or not.
1t you want the best there is
to be had in quality and price,
just call on
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12
For Better Streets.

committee Of the Progressive
League laid before our city council
Friday evening plan for permanent
improvement Of our streets. The plan
in outline is to put the streets under
control of commissioner of streets to
be appointed by the mayor and with
power to hire help. Work on the streets
to be of permanent character with
proper drainage and curve aud covered
with six or eight inches of coarse
gravel The committee recommend
investigation of the merits of the
tar macadam material now being wide
ly used for permanent paving.
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12

Regular table linen 60 to
z2inches wide Csc to $500
per yd.
Fancy center pieces, doi1-
les, tray cloth, lunch cloth
and a beautiful collection
of pattern cloths with nap.
kins to matchfrom $500
a set to $500 a set.
Remember Thursday
and Saturday, Dec.
18TH and 18TH.
Millinery-Two days of
the finest bargains in mil
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12
A POOR RELATION.
Sol Smith RuSSeYS Greatest Com
edy, Dec. Il;

The next attraction at the opera
house IS "A Poor Relation" to be pre-
sented by a strong company under the
management Of Davis & Eugene,
"Wednesday Dec IL. Seats will be
nlaced on sale Monday, Dec. 10, and
theatre goers are ask ed to reserve early,
as The house will doubtless be packed,
as this sterling attraction deserves the
best patronage.
This play was made world famous
nv Soll5mith Russell, and is now pre-
sented with direct arrangement with
the Sol Smith Russell estate.
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12
MCINTYRE W. R. Corps.

Mcintyre w. r. Corps held an elec-
ton of officers yesterday afternoon and
chose the following:
Pres. Mrs. Al Mattice; senior vice,
Mrs. Geo. w. Kessler; junior vice, Mrs.
ohm D. Smith; treas, Mrs. w. j. Ur-
batch; chaplain, Mrs. Henry Dennis
conductor, Mrs. Frank Hartley; gnard,
Mrs Warfeld; first delegate to stats
convention, Mrs. P. Nicholson; alter:
nate, Mrs w. J. Urbatch.
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12
Buy With Comfort NOW.
Later on Comes the Rush.

And during these days we must sell to almost every family
in and around here the Christmas presents which may
quired For much conspcuousy than ever before
this great stockthis wonderful exposition of beautiful
things the recognized and acknowledged Headquarters
Christmas goods. {.
We show the finest, most costly and the nostexquse
productions thence the least expeneive GOOD things
things which worth buying, worth giving presents
and grade quality price and style between these two
extremes and a piece every article every item
at absolutely the lowest price.
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12
An Enjoyable Reception.

Mr.. and Mrs. l.. w. Decker gave a
reception Thursday evening in honor
of Mrs. Della Knox Elder of Los An
geles. who formerly lived in this city.
About one hundred guests were pres
ent most of them old friends of Mrs.
Elder. The evening was spent socially
and a number of musical selections
were enjoyed.
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12
u. 7 D. Club Entertained.

The members of the u. T. D. Club
were entertained Saturday evening by
Mrs. w. L. Gregg in honor of her sister
Miss Laura Gregg, at the David Wat
kins residence. All of the club were
present and enjoyed their usual good
times. At l1:3O refreshments consist.
ing of ice cream, cake and fudge were
served. Miss Loretta Welch of Mime.
apolis was also present.
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12

coats not our regular make
at 4 off. Now is the time
if you can use a fine coat
cheap 15 off on the samples.
Silk waists that is what
we have. See the $1.39
assortment, also take a
peak at and you will be
surprised at the $2.86.
ClOAkS.
This is the week we
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12
MARRIAGE LICENSES

Marriage licenses issued to Ole O.
Hitler and Sella K. Erei of LeRoy,
George Stillwell of Ellensburg, WASH,
aud Bessie Geer of Orchard, Iowa.
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12

State Vice Pres. OF N. S. c. B. Orpington Club.
Member American Buff Rock and Buff
Wyandotte Clubs.
S. G. Buff Orpingtons, Plymouth
Rocks, Wyandot , 5. G. Leghorns and
Buff Turkeys. The best laying and
prize winning strain in the west. Over
226 prizes last season at the leading
shows and fairs in Minnesota, Iowa,
Illinois and Wisconsin.
We have the stock and can deliver
the goods. Your moneys worth you
get it when you buy buff bird from
the Buff Poultry and Bee Farm
Waltham, Mimi.
Mower County transcript., 1906-12-12

linerv history.
Hosiery-A pretty pres
ent is a pair of wove en-
broiderysilk hose lace Llsle
and a finer collection you
never see from Soc a pair
to $1.50 a pair.
FURS Wednesday, FRI
day and Saturday
Special prices on furs all
neck pieces, all muffs. All
small furs will be on sale
these two days. We Sc
cured a few sample fine
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

On Wednesday last, the Feast OF
st. Valentine, the marriage of Mr..
Charles w. Grove with Miss Clara
Adeline Metzger was solemnized in
st. James church.
A large crowd of friends had as
sembled, filling the edifice from end
to end. At $3.50 p. IN. Mrs. Adams
played wedding march as the bridal
party entered the cnurch and took up
their position in the chancel, where
the beautiful and impressive marri-
age service of the church was rem
dered by the rector, Rev. Mr.. George.
The bride was attired in elegant
white with the orthodox and most
becoming veil, and lookad very
charming.
The happily welded young couple
are among the most popular in our
younger social set, and IL large circle
of friends and acquaintences wish
them all manner of happiness and
prosperity.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17
j. S. Needham
TAILOR
Clothing made to order,
cleaned, pressed
and repaired.
Notice of Sale by Public Trustee.

Whereas, William j. George, OF White
FLYER, IN me County r.; OF ii1 b aG STATE OF
dated the Ith day OF February, 1901, md re-
corded on the same date in the office Of the
County In Book Is Mt page 1913 of the records
Of snid county; convey to the Public Trustee
described real etnte situate IN said rio
Blanco County, to-wtt: Lot 4 OF section
in Township one North, OF Range 81 West,
the s. y s. f. a OF section - in Township ,
North, Of Range " West 9th p. NJ. together
nny md nil ditch md winter rights there.
unto belonging or in nnywise appertnining,
for the purpose of securing the payment OF
for the principal sum of Fifteen Hundred
Dollars, payable to the order of J. E. Rooney
on or before Three years after date, with in
terest thereon mt the rate Of nine per cent
per annuln, interest payable annually; and,
Whereas, 1t is provided IN said deed Of
Of the taxes or the interest thereon or In
case Of q hreach Of any. Of the covenants or
then upon the lcgnl application of the legal
holder Of said note to the snid Public
Trpste e t sell sn hb It shall be
tise and sell said premises In manner and
form set forth in said deed OF trust; and
filed with snid Public Trustee his applica-
ton In writing declaring that the principal
Of said note Is still unpaid, as we'll as the
interest thereon since the 18th day Of Feb
runry, 1904, as well us the tnxos thereon for
the years 1903 and 1904, and demands the
said Public Trustee to forthwith advertise
and sell said promises for the propose OF
paying the Indebtedness secured thereby
and NIL costs and expenses of making such
sale.
Now, therefore, in pursuance of said up
plicntion and demand, notice is hereby
given Tint the undersigned as Public
Trustee of snid County Of Rio Blnnco, Will,
Mt the hour OF 10 O'Clock In the forenoon on
Monday, the 18th dry Of March. A. u. 1906,
mt the front door of the court house In the
Town OF Meeker, County of Rio Blanco,
state of Colorado, sell the nbove described
real estnte md improvements thereon to
the highest and best bidder for cash for the
puapose Of paying snid note and the inter-
est due thereon to the dnte of snle, together
with the cost of executing this trust.
JNO. A.. WATSON,
County Treasurer and Public Trustee
of the County of Rio Blnnco and
Stnte of Colorado. flO-ml0
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17
AT THE HYMENEAL ALTAR.

WILLIAMs-B BEAVERS On Wednes-
day evening, February IA, 1905 at
the M. Il. Church, Mr.. Emmett
Williams and Miss Minnie Beavers
We're united in marriage, Rev. +.
N. Mallery officiating.
Mr.. Williams is well and favornbly
known as the manager of the Smith
ranch. He is a young man of eX-
en-. plary habits and is looked upon
rs one of our rising young men. His
bride is an amiable young lady with
many friends among whom she is
held in high esteem.
May happiness and prosperity be
their lot.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17
Staunch
And True

The Denver Republican has al
ways avoided the fallacies and
knaveries OF yellow journalism.
and its steadily increasing Circula-
ton proves conclusively that its
policy of telling the plain Truth
without exaggeration or misrepre-
sentation, standing fast for the
Right, is heartily approved with
growing force by the intelligent
Public to which it appeals.
, To read it is liberal Education,
and the citizen who goes without
it does positive harm to himself,
to his family, and to the commu-
nifty.
In no other way can the invest
ment of ~ cents per day
fer that is all The Republican
costs any subscriber-bring such
rich results in that knowledge
which is both Power and Pleasure.
Information, instruction and en-
tertainment fill its columns and it
leaves a good taste in the mouth
of the reader.
1t stands for Law and Order in
the State-for Peace, Prosperity
and Happiness in the Home.
II you are not already enrolled
among its splendid list of Patrons
send on your subscription and give
it a fair trial at Is cents per month
for Daily and Sunday.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

The Yampa Leader chronicles the
discovery Of II large vein of antlra-
cite coal in the Flattops. Meekerites
have for years known that fine bodies
of coal existed in the regions of the
upper White but no attention was
paid to 1t owing to distance from rail
road. Now since the Motfat Short
will soon be close at hand the terri
tory in question will likely receive
more attention.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

The 1906 Meeker hotel calendars
were sent out by Landlord Ball this
week. They are different in make
up from previous calendars, but If
anything, more artistic and attrac-
tive. Heretofore, Mr.. Ball has sent
the much-saught-after Meeker hotel
calendar out before New Years to
And later on that the packages did
not reach destination-no doubt lost
in the holiday rush. 1t is hoped no
one will miss the 1905 calendar, as we
think it is the best ever gotten out by
the enterprising proprietor of the
Meeker.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

j. II. Frahm and bride were pas
sengers on the incoming stage We'd
nesday and departed for their South
Fork home next day. A host of
friends in this valley extend con-
gratulations to Henry and indulge
the hope that the Oliver OF All Good
many pour IL shower of blessings on
him and the lady of his choice.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

While riding the range, near the
Bar-Triangle ranch last Tuesday,
Tom Turner's horse slipped on the
ice and fell. Toms right foot was
caught under and badly bruised and
sprained. Fortunately f. Burdick
was along and assisted the injured
man to mount his horse and go to the
ranch. Next day day Mr.. Turner
was brought to town and Mt
tended by DIR. French, who found no
bones broken.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

A genuine surprise party was given
Mrs. A. G. Ellison by large gather
ing of her friends, before leaving for
the ranch. A very handsome pres
ent was not the least of the evening
surprises, and WAS fitting testi-
monial OF the esteem in which this
most estimable lady is held by all
who know her.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

Having secured the Meeker-Rifle
mall contract for the next four years,
Rees & Son will now proceed to put
the line In frst-class shape and give
the public the best possible service.
With this end in view, Mr.. Rees left
for Denver Friday, where he will
purchase new rolling stock and horse
furnishings, etc.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

Johnny Williams of Powell park,
knows good thing when he sees 1t,
30 when he looked over Simp Harp's
bunch of young registered Durham
bulls the other day, 1t didn't take
long to complete the purchase OF one
of the best of them. The bunch is
going pretty fast. You'll have to
hurry, II yon want one or more.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

McCanna, during the offertory, made
the violin render most exquisite
music. 1t being the eve of Abraham
Lincoln's birthday, the rector
preached most patriotic sermon,
dwelling on some of the admirable
features in the character of the man
who so worthily filled the chair OF
the chief magistrate Of the Republic
in time Of difficulty and perplexity.
The national anthem-America-
sung with great vigor ut the close Of
the service.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

There was u large congregation at
st. James church on SUNDAY morn
Ing, and the service of song was all
that could be desired. Mr.. McMil-
Ian effectively accompanied the
hymns, etc., with the cornet, and DR..
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17
Hunting Guides.

From deer season on, we will be
prepared to take parties out for any
kind of game. Have the only pack
of trained dogs in the county. ID. w.
Black. j. NJ. Clark and Sam Ray.
For prices address d. w. Black &
Co., Meeker, Colorado.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

The Rebekahs' perpetrated one Of
their delightful surprises on their
'.three link" brethren Wednesday
night when the latter were invited
to partake of one of those spreads for
which the Rebekahs are famous.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

We notice by the last issue of the
Steamboat Pilot that Hon. James H.
Crawford of that town subscribed
1900 toward the Moffat Short Line
right-of-way into Steamboat Mr..
Crawford is the right kind of a public
spirited citizen.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

A large number of the pupils in
the higher grades proceeded to the
WILDER ranch in Danforth park last
Friday evening and rendered Miss
Tot WILDER surprise party. 1t was
a happy affair and much enjoyed by
all present.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

Colorado is making every prepara-
ton to entertain tho Elks, who will
hold their national session in Denver
In July, In right royal style.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

BROMO-FEBRIN will cure
your cold while you sleep. Your
money back if not u cure. Price,
95 cents.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

Manager Moulton of the Hugus
company, departed for Denver Fri
day, where he will meet the eastern
travelling men, from whom he will
purchase a large line of spring and
summer goods. Also farm machinery,
etc etc
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

On last Saturday about seventeen
or eighteen of the younger boys and
girls met at the residence of Mrs. G.
NJ. Thompson and proceeding to the
residence of Miss Flossie Pollard,
sprung u delightful surprise on that
young lady.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

A. l.. Durham spent the week in
town with the family. Mr.. Durham
says Routt county folks are feeling
pretty good over the prospective adj
vent of the Motfat road.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

"BoXer' outrages are again of fire.
quent occurrence in China. and the
greatest massacre of modern times
is predicted to occur most any time.
The feeling against Americans in
China is very bitter.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

Mrs. Clifton, music teacher and
teacher Of the fifth grade, was quite
i'll during the week. Miss Minnie
Hay took charge of the figth grade
during the absence of Mrs. Clifton
and made very competent s'sub.'
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

1. q. Mitchell was in Glenwood In vt
week, says the papers, giving sue
cessful demonstration of the utility
OF his irrigating pump.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

H. w. Walter of the Requena OIL
company, is in Denver and il meet
ing with success in his efforts to
organize a company to develope the
oil and gas belt at White River City.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

Mrs. J. w. Shepard, the popular
and efficient White River City post
mistress, attended to business mat
ters in the metropolis Tuesday.
The Meeker herald., 1906-02-17

According to decision recently
handed down by Judge Carpenter of
Denver, taxidermists need no longer
pay license to the state game de-
partment for carrying on their bust
ness.