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The Delta independent., 1906-01-19

personality that reaches all, Professor
DeMotte has no equal today on plat
form which is distinctively one of his
own creation.
Editors Note Some years ago we
had the pleasure of listening to this
very lecture delivered under the auspi-
ces of the Y. NJ. C. A. at Akron. Ohio.
At that time. the consensus of opinion
was that Professor DeMotte was the
strongest number of the course. Well
do We remember that the large auditor
ium in which the entertainment was
given. was filled to almost suffocation.
However the annoyance mentioned was
forgotten in the interesting experiments
and arguments brought forth and one
could hear nought but expressions of
delight as the immense assemblage
slowly worked their way to the exits
after all was over.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
January Snow.

The past week has been somewhat
wet and snowy underneath and in the
mountains has been considerable SO. A
general impression prevails among many
people that snow falling any time after
Christmas does little good in storing
water for irrigation. This is mistaken
idea. Conditions at the time of the fall
and Immediately after are quite apt to
cause January or even February
and March snow to be of just rs much
value as those in earlier winter. The
real reason that early SHOWS are gener-
ally of greater value is that during the
first months of winter the temperature
in the mountains is not as low as later
and what moisture does fall is more apt
to pack. Soon after freezing. an ice is
formed that lasts well along into the
summer. But it so happens that very
often, especially in the hills surround
ing the lower countries. the tempera
ture during the first months of the year
is nearly the same as earlier in the fall.
Warm days followed by cold nights are
the result and when the snow falls with
such conditions extant, the benefits de-
rived are the same as earlier in the sea-
son. So those who are saying that
these SHOWS are of no value happen to
be wrong for conditions IN the noun
tains at present are just what they
were three months ago.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
Buy A Farm.

Fifteen or twenty years from now,
the man who is the possessor of
small farm viii be independent, having
the means of a good livelihood at his
command. The expension of large
manufacturing plants, the constant in
creasing and building up of large in
dustries can not go on forever; some
day the supply win exceed the demand.
and when that time comes, the only
sure occupation win be that of farming,
for there viii never be an over supply
of food stuffs. When this industrial
crisis arrives you want to own farm,
so young man. buy farm while one
may be secured. Grand Valley News.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
Well Advertised.
H. S. TRAIL, Sec'y.

He was merchant in the county seat
town. He also believed in advertising.
He carried ads in both of his home
papers, he used good stationary and lots
of it, he thought printers bills were
his best friends, he knew that publicity
paid. he was always at the front for
any purpose to boost his town, he kept
his store front well painted, he threw
dogers here and dogers there, he was
up-to-date, liberal and a good fellow
and he did the business. One day he
died and as the last few breaths were
coming he told his confidential clerk,
who was at his bedside, to advertise his
death and on account of it the stock of
goods which he carried would be dis
posed of at coss. Al of which was done
and not dollars worth of unsold goods
remained at the end of the sale, adding
to the widows fortune neat sum to
what he had left beside. 1t really pays
to advertise.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
Advantages Of Small Farms.

a community of small farms has
many advantages which are not known
where large farms are the rule. The
farms are better cultivated and cared
for, and the whole section bears more
thrifty appearance. Neighbors are
nearer. and generally of the most intel
Egent class, while roads are better, and
churches, schoolhouses and other con-
veniences necessary to the most advan-
ced civilization are more numerous, and
their advantages can be more easily and
conveniently enjoyed. -Ex.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
List Of Jurors.

The following citizens of Delta Coun-
ty are to be the jurors for the Febru-
ary term of court at Delta, Colorado:
e. S. Beach. j. F. Cole, F. P. Hunt,
w. H. Hockey, Isaac Ratnbun, w. O.
Stephens, all Of Delta: s. N. Carter,
Chas. Darlington. E. F. Degraffenreid,
L. C. Ellington. F. w. Simonds, M. U.
Stoneburner Hotchkiss; ]. w. Beez-
ley, J. F. Crook. F. d. Curtiss, Geo F.
Curtis, ]. p. Fisk. J. NJ. Livesay, Geo.
Merchant. Chas. Oliver, H. r. Sayers-
Paonia; W. B. Smithurst. w. s. Cor
such, Alonno Hamilton. VIM. Kiser, J.
B. Ratekin Cedaredge: S. T. Lambert,
]. A. Whiting Eckert: A. T. Brock
bank -Harts' Basin; T. J. Hartmann
Cory.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
NOT FOR HIM.
Mutual Man Resigns when Salary
Cut. Engages with Colorado
Company.

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.
Clark, the well known insurance agent.
arrived home at noon today from Den
yer, where he had been called by the
Mutual Life Insurance general agency
for the state. Mr Clark has severed
his connection with the Mutual Life In
surance company after seventeen years
of loyal ard faithful service. In the
spirit of retrenchment which is animat-
ing that great company, the sub agent
as well as the chiefs have been COM
PEELED to stand the cut. Mr.. Clark does
not believe that the agent should be
compelled to stand for retrenchment,
not due at all to their work and which
work largely provides the business of
the company. On that theory when the
general agent for this state attempted
to make reduction in the compensa-
ton which had been paid Mr.. Clark, the
latter would not stand for it and refused
to accept the proposition and resigned
at once. Mr.. Clark Immediately con-
nec.ed himself with the Capital insur-
ance company of this state, which is
making such great record, as a home
institution. When it is considered what
a valient fight Mr.. Clark has made for
business, despite the awful hardship of
doing so in the face of the upheaval
which affected his old company, it is
not to be wondered at in the least that,
he refused to have his work underrated.
He says let the retrenchment begin at
the top and remain there. There is
where the great leaks have bcen.---
Grand Junction News.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
Ole Olson a Eavorite.

OLE Olson at the Opera House last
Monday was favored with good house
and took well with the audience. A
noticeable fact was the lack Of the
usual amount Of weakness displayed in
some Of the minor parts Of most travel
ing companies who make towns Of this
sise. The management has used much
judgement in the selection Of ths char
actsrs and the result i plsaaing and
entsrtaining performanee.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
Something Good Coming.

The Entertainment Course will pre-
sent Prof. John B. DeMotte as their
next number on Thursday, February
LIST. Prof. DeMotte will deliver his
lecture on 'The Harp of the Senses or
the secret of Character Building" For
years the Professor has been delivering
this lecture to audiences over all this
United States and has never left city
except with the greatest praise and
commendation.
Especially does this lecture appeal to
teachers and scholars, the theme and
thought being one that every youth
and those connected with the moulding
of characters can well afford to furnish
an attentive ear. Press notices, letters
from prominent educators. YIN. C. A.
secretaries all are unanimous in their
expressions Of approval. A series Of
practical experiments are used in illus
trating the speakers argument and they
are conceded to be some Of the most
delicate and difficult known to the sci
entiac world. An expert assistant ac-
companies the lecturer to aid In this
line Of tho work. A Amastsr IN delivery.
: prince 81 sloQuenos. and posssssing .
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
What Eggs are Made Of.

The white of an egg is nearly seven
eights water, the balance being nearly
pure albumen. The yoke Is slightly less
than one-half water. These figures ap-
ply approximately to the eggs of tur-
keys. hens, geese, ducks and guinea
fowls.
To show how nearly alike the eggs of
various domestic fowls are in respect to
composition, the follwing figures are
given by the Department Of Agriculture
Hens egg so per cent water, 16
per cent. protein, 36 per cent. fat.
Ducks egg -46 per cent. water, II
per cent. protein, SO per cent. fat,
Goose egg IA per cent water,l9 per
cent. protein, 80 per cent. fat.
Turkey egg AS per cent. water, IS
per cent protein, SO per cent. fat.
OF course farmers understand that
protein goes to make muscle and blood.
Fat, Of course, is fuel for running the
body -machine. Thus it will be seen
eggs, though half, or nearly half. water
are extremely nutritious. containing all
the elements required for the building
and support Of the human body. But
the old saying that IN egg contains -
much nutrinsnt a. pound Of bsefsteak
IL far from correct. It would benearer
The fact 70 estimate = pound Of eggs -
equal 70 pound Of lean bssfstsak in
aourishing powdsr.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
MARRIED ON THE OF.
Well known Delta Merchant Jumps
into Matrimonial Harness with.
out Waning.

Probably the greatest surprise OF the
season in matrimonial circles was the
marriage of Thomas Holmes Gale, of
Gale Brothers, and Frances Coyner
Wilcox at the Episcopal parsonage on
Tuesday evening last at nine O'Clock.
the Reverend Percival NJ Wood officiat-
ing.
Not content to obtain a license from
Delta County officials, the prospective
groom must travel to Moutrose for the
document. Returning he brought with
him Mr.. John Fairbanks. well known
travelling man, who had incidentally
required the services of Mr.. Gale as
best man at wedding in which he was
one of the principals some months ago.
Arriving in Delta the affair was
handled with the greatest Of secrecy. the
couple waiting until darkness coulo
effectually hide their plans. About
eight-thirty in the evening n journey
was made to the Episcopal parsonage
and under the efficient guidance of
Jack" Fairbanks the affair was carried
through without notice. In the mean
time, however, there were several of
Mr.. Gales friends down town who had
began wondering at the mysterious alb
scnce from usual haunts and also at the
presence of Mir. Fairbanks. who no
longer makes this tcrritorty in his
travels. So investigation was started
and about eleven o'clock thefindings Of
the committee were Of sufficient relia-
bility TO warrant general nIarm.
And pandemonium broke loose soon
after in the vicinity of the residence
where the couple were housed.
The bride. who was Frances C. Will
cox, is q very popular and most estim-
able lady, formerly residing in Illinois.
While here she has made u host of
friends and among all Of them she is
considered a great favoritc.
The groom is merchant. being one
of the partners in the well known firm
of Gale Brothers. general outfitters and
Rrocers lie has been citizen of Delta
for many years and those who know
him intimately never dreamed of the
move which happened SO precipitately.
The home of the couple will be at the
former residence of the bride on
Dodge Street. The acquaintances of
both parties are congratulating the
newly wed.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
DEMAND WAS GOOD.
Receipts were Heavy but all Goad Cattle were
wanted Prices Closed Steady.

DENVER UNION STOCK YARDS. Jan.
15-The material advance reported at
all markets a week ago resulted in a
great many cattle being sent in last
week. The supply was liberal at all
points. Chicago reported over $4,000.
The demand was good, however, and
the movement active, and even with a
good run prices closed about steady
with the proceeding week. Supply
here was heavier than the week before,
but few good cattle were included. The
market had good tone and steady
prices were paid for anything desirable.
Common cattle, especially cows, were
dull all week and closed little lower.
Packers bought liberal,y of anything
they could use. Steers were rather
scarce and more couM have been dis
posed of. The supply of cows was ad
equate and the demand not so strong
Mt the close. Steers sold largely at
s3. SO to "a. 10. Best cows brought So. 35
and most of the fair to good ones sold
e2.35 to 1925. Bulls sold about steady
under good demand. veals are un.
changed. Trade in the feeder and
stocker market had good tone. There
was fair showing of steers here but
quality was nothing very choice. The
demand from dealers was good but few
country buyers were present. The in
curry from this source was better this
morning however, quite number of
outside buyers being here. Market to-
day was about steady although reported
lower east.
A good many country buyers are
waiting to be here at the time of the
Western Live Stock Show, and the de-
nand for well bred western feeder
steers Is expected to be heavy at that
time. A great many feeding steers
will doubtless 60 from this show direct
to the corn belt feed lots. The mild
weather In the east l. creating an un-
usupily good demand for feeding steers
for this time OF the year, and stockmen
having stun to market shohld arrange
70 b hsrs.
". N. FULTON.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19

To carry off the honors of whole
state and to carry these honors while
district after district is each claiming
that "theirs is the spot" is no mean
affair indeed. More than that it is q
conclusive proof that the claims of at
least one county or district are irrefut-
able-a practical acknowledgment of
the fact that to a certain community on
the Western Slope of the Rockies.
award is given for raising the BEST
fruit of all that grows IN Colorado.
Neighboring counties produce good fruit.
obtain a good price, hold forth advant-
ages to the newcomer and command
other desirabilities, but Delta County
is just little bit better than all Of the
rest. And this claim is not wander
ing, unsubstantiated statement It Is
the real, stubborn truth. shown in many
ways, but greatest of these is the selee-
ton, by competent judges, of the pro-
ducts she produces. as being the top
notch of perfection in size, color, flavor.
appearance and commercial favor.
At the State Fair in Pueblo. an exhi-
bition at which were plates and tables
full OF the fruit grown in Delta, Mesa,
Montrose, Fremont, Eagle, Boulder and
I.ePlata counties, single plate of fotl
varieties bore the name OF A. E. Miller.
Austin. Delta County, Colorado. On
that plate was Jonathan, Rome
Beauty. White Winter Permain and
Gano. Notice, you who know. thai.
these are four Of the best varieties.
Four that bring you the best money.
are easiest to grow, are quickest to
bear.
A sea of apples lay before the men
chosen to select. But there was no
chance for argument. This single plate
had no peer and unanimous was the de-
cision, Delta County must have the
first award.
Then just two or three weeks ago the
State Board of Horticulture met in
Denver, Colorado. Now the state board
is composed of fruit men. Men who
know, not by theory but by practice.
There had been offered an award to the
district that should exhibit the best
plate of five commercial varieties.
Again this same man selected four of
the kinds he had shown at Pueblo and
borrowing Wine Sap from neighbor.
carried his plate to Denver. Again the
result was inevitable. There was no
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
$4,000 VISITORS.
Elks Reunion to bring that Num-
Der to Colorado next July.

Members of the B. P. O. Elks who
live in Denver and who have made busi-
ness trips to the east during the past
two weeks, have returned to Colorado
with somewhat startling reports in re-
lation to the reunion next July.
Different members of Lodge No.
H." said William Maher, "have return
ed and have nothing but the most en-
thusiastic reports to make about the
crowds that will visit Denver and Colo
RADIO. 1t has been q habit of reunions
to estimate the expected crowd about
three to one. We have claimed 75, eco
visitors. 1t is true this figure might
have been a high estimate two months
ago. Today it certainly is a conserva-
tive figure. according to our reports at
hand. Members of the General Com
mittee have recently been in Chicago.
No. 4 Of Chicago, for example is 60
ing to send special trains to Denver. In
one case member Of the General Com
mittee found seven different Elks who
had made up parties of from to "a
people each. The rest o. the parties
are not members of the Elks, but are
going to take advantage of the reunion
and the low rates to see the west.
Thousands Of the visitors will spend
anywhere from ten days to a month
seeing Colorado. 1t is easy to guess
that this will mean to the state. The
people of Colorado have mighty big
undertaking in caring for the visitors
and the only way we can do it in true
western style, is to have the help of
every business man in the state mot
Denver the entire state.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
THE FIRST PRIZE
FRUIT COUNTY.
In 1905 Delta County was Awarded First Prize in
Competition with the Whole State Proof Con.
elusive OF her Worth.

choice. Delta County must carry the
banner.
And why is all this? Why should
Delta County be able to grow such
fruit? What it is in the location of her
boundaries that bring such results?
Primarily the location, surrounded by
mountains, may have great deal to do
with it, but another point probably de-
serves consideration. The altitu6e is
such that tree growth seems to thrive
immoderately. A soil condition en-
bracing elements that are accredited as
being essential in producing first quail
ty fruit of any kind, is also fact and a
truly marvellous succession of the
brightest sun-shiny days during the sea-
son is probably another reason. Sum-
ming up conditions as they are one can
consider the following as explanation:
First, soil to produce a healthy tree.
Second. climate that insures no re-
tard in growth.
Third, an absence of hot winds that
wither.
Fourth. sun that throws an intense
light.
Fifth. fall condition that ripens and
rounds in a few days.
Sixth, a dry atmosphere tha. admits
of no rot.
There are six sensible reasons why
Delta County produces the kind of fruit
it does. Other parts of the state have
one, two or three of these conditions
but it is presence of all of them that
finally bring about the matured apple
that carries the prize and admits of no
equal.
But as the prize County nothing
avails unless returns are according.
And in this regard there was no excep-
ton. The apple growers of Delta Coun-
ty received the highest prices for their
prodrct IN 1905. No county in the
state came near them. Hundreds of
boxes brought double the price when
with Montrose County or
Mesa. Thousands of boxes held gain
of fifty to seventy-five per cent This,
really, is the condition that counts and
which interests the man who contem-
plates growing or buying an orchard.
All doubt is removed. Delta county is
destined to become the most renowned,
the wealthiest and the most sought
after spot in all the golden West.
The Delta independent., 1906-01-19
STOCK GROWERS n:ErlSe.

The regular annual meeting of the
Delta County Cattle Growers Associa-
ton will be held in Hotchkiss on Mon
day. February s. 1906. Election of Off
cers and other matters will be taken
care Of. Try to be there. Last years.
mssting was poorly attended
No-50-6a
The independent., 1906-12-20

have reached the age of 81 years, shall
receive a pension of $12 a month, to
be increased to SIS month when he
shall have reached the age of 20 years,
and to $40 a month after he has reach
ed the age of 75 years. 1t is estimat-
ed that an additional appropriation of
$40, ,714,000 annually would be required
to pay the increased rate provided
by the bill to the soldiers now on the
pension roll.
The independent., 1906-12-20
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tant lines in the republic, are n''
known. By the terms of the cOu"'''
the government secures aosolu's '''
troll of the Mexican Central the y"
tional the international, the ln'Sr
oceanic and the Hidalgo and NOr'r
eastern, all which will be mefsTu ''''
on. great railroad system. The s0, v,
ernment also comes into con'Fol -,
the Texas-Mexican. railroad '' ~,
redo. Texas, which is owned 0' ..,'. ,rs
National. The system win :, s,,,r .,r.
sions which are rapidly near. =, .soI,
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The independent., 1906-12-20
INDIANS TO Be PROTECTED
Secretary Insists Indian Lands Shall
Remain Under His Department to
Defeat Whites Greed

Washington, ID. C.-Secretary Hitch
cock unequivocally declares that the
interior department is the only agency
through which the rights of Indians
may be secured against preying real
estate agents. This testimony before
a special senate committee, which is
investigating the property rights of
the five civilized tribes, with special
reference to the value of coal and oil
deposits.
Western agents have declared that
the red tape involved in having each
land deal with Indians passed on by
the Indian department often defeats
many trades that would be of advan-
tage to the Indians.
Senator Long asked Secretary Hitch
cock If he did not think it would be
feasible for congress to designate some
tribunal, court, or commission in In
dian Territory to pass finally on ap-
plications of Indians to ALLEVIATE their
lands The secretary answered that
no law should be passed which would
take the right of review from his de-
partment. Secretary Hitchcock said
that the Indian had no chance against
the cunning of the Yankee trading in
stincts of the real estate agent.
Secretary Hitchcock said the de-
The independent., 1906-12-20

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