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Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
Mrs. Joe Muster Dead

Martinsburg. Mo-, Feb l4-(Sqeciall
Mrs ]. s. Muster, wife of CAPTAIN
Muster, is dead at her home near Mar
tinsburg. The couple had lived to-
gether for fifty-five years and had re-
sided In this country for nearly fifty
years. Mr. Muster built the first busi-
ness house at Wellsville.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
Killed White Man With Rock

Andrew Prior, ,colored at 7.30 Thurs
day evening in Oentralia, hit Ben
Roberts, q white man, with a large
rock during a fight. The negro escap-
ed and several hours later the white
man succuhed his Injuries.
The murderer is well known In this
city and the local police are on the
lookout for him.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

THE executive committee of The
Missouri Press Association will meei
at the Laclede Hotel In st Louis at
q. m, Thursday, February2s. Mem
bers Of the association are cordially In
ylted To meet with the committee.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
STATE QUITS LIQUOR TRAFFIC
South Carolina Abandous Dispensary
System for Local Option.

Columbia, S. c., Feb, ,12-The Car
ey- -Cothran bill was passed by the SEN
ate tonight by a vote OF % to 10. This
means the abolition Of the state dis
densary and the substitution therefor
OF local option. The bill has already
passed the house, but will go back on
unimportant amendments, which will
he adOuted,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

AN esteemed contemporary has the
word Of a scientist for it that no man
is In perfect health who ever wants q
drink. And this agrees perfectly with
the statement OF another paper that
not one man In 10000 enjoys perfect
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

The degree of honor Of the A. o. U.
w. lodge held a public installation
and entertainment Tuesday night in
their Hall. About II candidates we're
initiated. The state chief of honor,
of st. Louis, Mrs. Morgan, presided
Every one had good time.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

John Bray, for mer Mexico boy, is
here from Glasgow, Montana, on two
weeks visit with relatives. Johnhas
been away from Mexico five years and
says he is enjoying prosperity in the
far northwest.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

A MOVEMENT Is on foot on Colum-
bia, No., to have an anti.partisan
TICKET in order that the laws pro-
hibiting the sale Of liquor to the
students may be strictly enforced.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
Whist Lid Law In Princeton
Iiffed

PRINCETON, No., Feb. S.-There Is
great joy 10 Princeton because the
whist "lid law has been removed,
Once more the rattle OF the whist
boards will be heard 10 the land and
society matrons can entertain theil
friends, at whist parties without feal
of some bold, bad sheriff "butting In
and raiding the place.
The 80 men and women arrested last
Saturday were declared not guilty
Thursday night by jury. AS soon a
the news became known invitations
were issued for three whist parties.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
Moves Into Town.

G. Juelfs, who for his the past five
years residence In the county has been
living on the old Larimore farm south
of Mexico, has recently moved to
South Calhoun street in this city. Mr..
Juelfs still retains his farm which he
will continue to operate from town.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

THE LEDGER is glad to know that
Mr.. and MRS. Upham are going TO re-
main In Mexico aud will likely go into
business here again soon. The
Uphams are the kind Of people who
help make a city.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
Former Audrain Citizen Dies in
Oklahoma,

Marion G. Barnes, former pioneer
citizen Of this city, died Jan. 30th at
bis home In Maniton, Okla, Of heart
failure, Mr.. Barnes, before, his re-
moval to Oklahoma, had been a
resident of Audrain County for many
years and had a great number of
friends in this.community who will be
grieved to learn Of his death.
Deceased was the father Of Noble
Barnes, County Treasurer, and Mrs.
Tom Stewart and Mrs. Claud Bybee
living north OF Mexico.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

A NUMBER of the leading English
journals have sent special correspon-
dent to the Thaw trial so as not to
miss any OF the disgusting details that
they are anxious to lecture US about.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

THE food trust magnates all over
the country have discovered that the
pure food Law is not such bad thing,
since 1t gives them fine excuse for
raising prices.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

THE Mexico shoe factory IL putting
on more labor, and its output is in
great demape We predict that In
side Of eighteen months an addition
will have 70 be erected.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

firing up can be secured at a much
less cost than at present The LED-
GER believes chat this enterprise will
do more than any one thing at this
time to make Mexico move fooward.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

GEoReE CLARK says the roads that
are dragged are In good condition.
George thinks the split log drag, when
properly used. brings prompt results.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

English Spawn Liniment removes all Hard
Soft or Calloused Lumps and Blemishes from
horses, Blood Spayins, Curbs Splints 8 weeney,
Ring Bone, Stiles. sprains,al Swollen Throats,
Coughs etc. Save $50 by use lof one bottle.
Warranted the most wonderful Blemlsh Cure
ever known. Sold by j. F. Llewellyn, Drug,
gfSt 30-96t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

anu CneeIlufneSS soon
disappear when the kid
neys are out Of order
or diseased.
Kidney trouble has
become so prevalent
that II is not otuncommon
for a child to be born
afflicted with weak kid.
neys. Ifthe child urin>
aAac f11 1ftn ;f al
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

THE munifcence Of Mr.. Rock
efeller's recent educational donation
makes it appear to some people that
the iniquity Of the Standard Oil
Company was even deeper than fan
cied.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

IT is a question whether 1t would
not be easier to write new constitu'
tion instead Of revising it to the ex'
tent that some OF Its friends and en-
emies want done.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Now that this country is preparing
to pan gold out Of the Panama canal
cut, the French bond holders are
wondering whether they did us SC
completely on the sale of their fran.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

The new duma is outspoken in its
tapposition to the Gar. Probably he
won't mind SO long as 1t Is not ex-
plosive In lbs utterances.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Drs. White and Edwards treat all
diseases of the eye, ear, nose and
throat and can be found at their
Offices over Morris & Abbay store east
side square, from q, m. until 5 p m.
Glasses fitted d-w-tf
A. O. WHITE. M o
BRICE EDwARDs,M ID.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
THE Fulton business mems associa.
tion has organized a bands

THAT business mems association
proposition is going to be "pulledn of
before you know 1t.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

urine scslds the flesh or II, when the child
reaches an age when it should be able to
control the passage, il is yet afflicted with
bed-wetting. depend upon 1t. the cause of
the difficulty is kidney trouble, and the first
step should be towards the treatment OF
these important organss This unpleasant
trouble is due to diseased condition of the
kidneys and bladder and not to habit as
most people suppose.
Women as we'll as men are made mis-
cradle with kidney and bladder trouble,
and both need the same great remedy.
The mild and the immediate effect Of
Swamp-Root Is soon realized. 1t is sold
by druggists, in fifty EsE
cent and one dollar asII5sH M,
sizes. You may have s;.!;Et
sample bottle by mail E .15:ssss u" Y =
free. also pamphlet tell Home Of swamp Root.
ing all about It. including many Of the
thousands Of testimonial letters received
from sufferers cured In writing Or. Kilmei
& Co., Binghamton, N. T.. be sure and
mention this paper.
Don't make any mistake, but remember
she name. Swsnip-Root. DR., Kilmer's
Swamp-Root. and the address,, Binghamton
y. Y. an eve-g tottle-
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Miss Blanche Byoee, of Ottumwa,
Iowa, is the guest Of her aunt, Mrs.
Mary McCord, on Wade street.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Miss Susie Ringo is home from .
visit In Webb City and Kansas City.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

IT Is time to arrange for stallion
day SO all the fine horses In lAudraiu
may be exhibited In Mexico.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Mrs. Blake Cauthorn and children
viii be the guest of Mexico relatives
later on.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

The Ledger Appreciated in Colorado.
W Frank Doty, of La Junta, Colo,
when remitting for the LEDGER says:
"Have read the paper so long can't do
without it.r
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

DIT Weekly, of Farber, was in this
city Thursday.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Itch cured in 30 minutes by woolford's San,
tary Lotion. Never fails. Sold iby J.F. Lew
sIlyn. Druggist. SO2et
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Miss Mayme Adelotte, Of Troy, is
the guest Of Miss Lucille Howe.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Mrs. Lena Bauknicht makes her
will and then kills herself in st. Louis.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

DIR. Rothwell says bis office building
on Jefferson street is rented by Mrs.
Pasqueth and is not for rent to any
one else
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
Women as Well as Mer
Are Made Miserable by
Kidney Trouble.

Kidney trouble preys upon the mind. dis
courages and lessons ambition; beauty, vigor
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

e. R. Gribble, a prominent grocer
man OF Columbia, died February
thirteenth,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21
Public Installation.

300 feet II inch Sisal Rope for sale
by r. @. Paul's W.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

|. The city council OF Fulton has
passed an anti-spitting ordinance.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Mrs. j. d. Tucker entertained
number Of her friends Thursday even.
ing. All reported q jolly good time.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

The Western Union has increased
the pay of It's operators ten per cent.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

]. L. Hughs Of North Dakota
formerly Of this city, is In town.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

E.G. Graves, Chillicothe and Miss
Lula Reynolds, of Audrain, county
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Mark Twain has dress suit made Of
pure white.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1907-02-21

Mrs. Grimm, Of northwest Mexico
is dangerously III.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
PURCHASED FOR $500
BY THE CANAAN FIRE DISTRICT
Fire District Pays Fred Gillette Above Amount for Land on Which to Lo- cate Septic Tank and Other Sewer Equipment.

The Canaan fire district and Freder- ick Gillette have finally arrived at an amieable settlement for the acre and a half of MT. Gillette's $ land which the fire district desired as site for the septic tank which will receive the sewage from the sewer plant which is now be- ing installed.
 From the outset, MT. Gillette has wig orously opposed the desire of the fire district for the small piece of his land which they needed and which is located a few feet from the Central New Eng land coaling station and water tank.
 Rather than exercise the power of condemnation which, under the per mission given it by the legislature, the fire district has, the executive committee of the district offered Mr. Gillette $500 for the land but this he refused and asked S750
 Negotiations remained at standstill for several days when this stage wes reached and on Monday the district in- sisted that decision be made immedi- ately, consequently that afternoon J. Henry Roraback and N. l.. Jackson, representing the fire district, met MT. Gillette at the office of his attorney, D. T. Warner, in Salisbury and the matter was compromised by the district agree ing to pay $500 for the land
 Because of the delay i'll negotiations, the sewer contractors were compelled to begin their work on Church street in- stead of on the site of the sewer outlet but it will now be possible for them to set men at work there if they desire to do so.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
Kent Power Company

The construction of the dam and power plant at Kent on the Housatonic river will soon begin. The dam will be built at Kent Falls and the water con- veyed through canal to the power plant down the river. It is estimated that the plant will generate 5000 to 5,0Oo horse power to be sent 30 miles across country to New Britain. The plant will also supply power and light to the towns of Kent, Warren, Washington and Morris.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
ID RAISE HOSE FUNDS
AMATEURS WILL PRESENT DRAMA
Canaan's Fire Fighting Facilities are Inadequate e-The Need of Additional Hose and of a Fire Company is Apparent.

In addition to more houses Canaan needs more fire hose. It is fact that must be looked squarely in the face that Canaan lacks protection from fire both in the matter of equipment and an or ganized company to handle it. In this respect it is behind other progressive villages in this state, ln fact in this country. For example there is Norfolk. Lakeville, Sharon. all with plenty of equipment and companies to use it in case of fire.
 By f'organized companies" we do not necessarily mean uniformed companies but body of young men with sufficient practice to become proficient ill at taching hose to the hydrants. unwind ing it from the cart reels and in doing promptly the many other things in which the fire fighter must acquire pro- fciency in order to successfully cope with the flames.
 As well as more hose, Canaan needs more water mains but the hose should come first.
 The Canaan amateurs who recently presented the drama Down in Maine so successfully are now contemplating the presentation of another play, later in the season. It is planned to present it two nights and to use the proceeds for the purchase of hose. If this intention is carried into effect it will result in procuring an absolute necessity for the fire district without resorting to the laying of tax.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
A GROWING ORDER
Canaan's Modern Woodmen Camp is
 Gradually Expanding.

Wangum Camp of Modern Woodmen, conceded to be one of the best fraternal benefit organizations in the country is in prosperous condition and is enjoy ing steady, substantial growth. At the next meeting to be held Wednesday evening, August 21 it is expected that a class of five candidates will be initiated into the mysteries of Woodcraft. At every meeting held during several months past there has been at least one name proposed for membership. The candidates are not all Canaanites as many of them come from the surround ing villages.
 One of the most enthusiastic members of the Canaan Camp is Edward E. Mer- chant and it is in very large measure due to his activities and enthusiasm that the increase in membership has been brought about.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
CANAAN NEEDS HOUSES
ACCOMMODATIONS VERY SCARCE
Several Moderate-Priced new Ones Would Rent Before the Foundations Could be CompIeted-Board Hard to Find.

One of Canaan's s greatest needs at the present time is more houses which would rent for moderate figure, say from 5000 to $500 per month.
 At the present time, according to our information there are no vacant houses In the village and it is well-nigh impos. sible for would-be residents to find un- occupied portions of houses that exactly answer requirements therefore they de. eide to move elsewhere when they might have moved to Canaan.
 Rents in Canaan are, as rule, higher than in many other villages and the principal cause is the house scarcity Board is also scarce here principally be cause of the fact that people who might be disposed to take few boarders, are living in cramped quarters and have hardly room for their own families
 One reason why the monied people dC not invest in houses is because of tht high price of materials but even at the present cost, the owner of house ol houses to rent from $10 to $15 pei month would be assured of big interes on his money and we will wager tha the house could be rented before tht completion of the foundation.
 The Board of Trade is making no eff fort to persuade new industries to 10 cate here because if there is not sui ficient room for the people already here there certainly is not room for more. It would be & sad reflection on ou, reputation as live business community if the legitimate growth of Canaan wer' to be checked by failure to provide enough houses for people who want tc come here to live.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
SIXTY OPERATORS WANTED
Canaan Knitting Mill is Overwhelmed With Orders

With Orders.
 The Reliable Manufacturing Compal ny of Canaan finds itself confronted by a most unfortunate and aggravating nounced shortage of help and being overwhelmed with orders.
 At the present time the concern is 10000 dozens of half hose behind the orders and the only reason that the number is not 100000 is because mana ger Roberts realized that it is an utter impossibility to manufacture the goods by the time they are wanted, conse- quently he was compelled to decline the orders.
 The company would give employment to GO more operators if they could be ob- tained for the reason that the goods pro- duced by this plant are of superior quality, have gained an enviable repu- tation in market and are in constantly growing demand, Not being able to ex- pand as rapidly as they desire is great disappointment to the company as it means the annual loss to them of several thousand dollars
 The work in this plant is pleasant and by no means arduous, the building is one of the best lighted and best venti- lated i'll the state, good discipline is pre-. served and good class of young men and ladies are employed. The wages paid are the same as are paid in other places for the same class of work and it does not require lengthy apprentice. ship to acquire proficiency where the compensation is renumerative.
 The industry is valuable one to Ca. naan now, it would be much more valu. able were it larger and, as before stated it would be immediately enlarged could the required number of operators be ab tained
 If any of THE NEWS readers know o1 a reliable young man or young woman of good character who desires pleasant ] and profitable employment, it will be conferring a favor upon the Reliable Manufacturing Company and upon the commercial interests of Canaan to advise the company of the fact and should these lines come to the attention of such young people, desiring employment, we | advise them to confer with manager Roberts, either personally or by letter THE NEWS gives the assurance that the plant is owned by straightforward, re- liable men who do the right thing by the people in their employ.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
BURGLARS AT SOUTH CANAAN.

Club in Hand, They Effect an Entrance
 to Weles Yale's Residence.
 Welles Yale's residence at South Can aan was entered by burglars one night last week. They entered through the parlor window, went to MT. and Mrs Yale's room with a large club in hand, ransacked the room, scattered the con snts of the bureau drawers over the floor, evidently looking for money. In the morning Mir. and Mrs. Yale were surprised to see what had been going on during their slumber. They missed three pocket books and contents. If MT. or Mrs. Yale had heard the bur- glars at work it would have been a bloody struggle, as the club they left behind is 8 deadly weapon.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
CHUNK OF CANAAN MARBLE
Sent to Hartford as Sample of Allyn
 dale Quality.

dale Quality.
 Homer Allyn and son of East Canaan recently obtained from the Allyndale marble quarry, for H. B. Philbrick of Hartford, block of marble weighing five tons. It was drawn to the East Ca- naan station by William Canfield's $ teams.
 A large state library building and supreme court building is to be built at Hartford i'll the near future, near the state capitol. The specifications call for Canaan marble of the same grade as that of which the capitol is constructed and this came from this quarry. Al though the contract has not been awarded, in all probability MT. Phil brick will be the fortunate bidder and ii was in anticipation of securing the said contract that he desired to have this piece of marble for exhibition.
 It is said that $200,000 worth ot marble will be used in the building.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
CANAAN CAMP MEETING
Opens Sunday Morning Next Pro-
 gramme for the Week.

gramme for the Week.
 The fortieth annual Canaan Camp Meeting will be held at Pine Grove, ca. naan, August 1l-lS. The programme is as follows:
 Sunday August Ill., Sermon, Rev. J. G. Oakley, Chatham, N. Y. Sunday school. Sermon, Rev. T. R. Wallace, Canaan, Conn. Service of sacred song, " Christie's Old Organ" Connective readings by Rev. T. R. Wallace.
 Monday. service.
 Tuesday, Sunday school Day, under auspices of Litchfield Northwest Sunday School Auxiliary of the Connecticut Sun day School Association. Rev. J.w. Rae, State secretary, and others will speak. Morning session, Afternoon session.
 Wedne esday.-Epwortn League Day, under the direction of Rev. H. Y. Murk- land, Millsrton, N. Y. Devotional ser vice. Address, "An Empire in the Bal ance," by Rev. George Milton Fowles, president N. Y. Conference, Epworth League. Children's Hour, Mrs. E. T. Byles. Address, |" Soul Winning" Rev. John J. Reed, Brewster, N. Y. Con- ference and evangelistio service, district officers, Col. Fred Lindsay and Mrs. Pat ty Lindsay.
 Thursday.-Biblee exposition and praise service. Sermon, Rev. w. Naramore, North Germantown, N. Y. Childrsn's Hou", Mrs. E. T. Byles, North Egrs- mont, Mass. Sermon, Rev. W. l.. Cad man, Stockport, N. Y. Evnngslistio service, Col. and Mrs. Lindsay.
 Friday.-Bible reading. Sermon, Rev. K. H. Carr, Lenox, Mass. Children's Hour, Mrs. K. T. Byles. Rev. G. 8. Ds- wis, Poughk sepsie, Y. Col. and Mrs. Lindsay.
 Saturday. charge of Col. and Mrs. Lindsay.
 Sunday. = Praise, prayer and testi- mony, Col. and Mrs. Lindsay, Sermon, Rev. FL. Wilson, presiding elder Kings ton District, N. Y. Conference. Chil- dren's Hour, Mrs. Byles. Sermon, Rev A. E. Barnett, New York. Closing ser vice, Col. and Mrs. Lindsay.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
Now She's Sorry.

Miss Mabel Bean, as she was before her marriage, daughter of Edward Bean, is now trying to secure separa- tion from John Smith, picture drum mer, whom she married after n few days acquaintance, on the grounds that she was too young to marry at the time the ceremony was performed by Justice of the Peace w. H. Sheldon of Torrington. The young couple sepa- rated after few days of married life, and now Mrs. Smith wishes the mar riage annulled. She lives in Winsted.
Connecticut western news., 1907-08-08
CANAAN, CONN. THURSDAY, AUGUST s, 1907.

field county while attending court in a town other than that in which she re- sides.
 Requiring towns to supply Pasteur treatment for persons in danger ofIrabies and for the payment of such expense by the state.
 Giving towns, cities and boroughs the right of appeal to the railroad commits sioners for orders to stop trains.
 Providing minimum penalty of $200 fine and one year imprisonment for carrying concealed weapons
 Permitting the organization of tele- phone companies under the general cor poration act.