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Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.

There Is no one thing that impresses
a stranger as favorably as public I'm
provements. The first questions asl-
ed are regarding schools. churches.
water, sewage, pavements, parks, etc.
II these conditions are satisfactory
there is no doubt upon the man of
means seeking suitable location.
What is the paltry matter of an extra
mill or two on taxes II there Is some
thing to show for the money expcnd.
ed. Durango can only boast OF three
OF the above essentials.schools,
churches and good water. We are
sadly deficient in many OF the others.
While paving is not required the same
as in prairie countries where vehicles
are liable to mire in the mud, at the
same time First street should receive
attention as soon as possible. Lots OF
towns of two thousand or more In
habitants have sewage systems that
provide against filth and disease. Du
range fortunately has climate that IL
n foe to disease and to this we owe
much of the good health that prevails.
but the time will come when the over
filed cesspools will cause sickness
that will prove costly. The Herald fa-
vors a sewage system for the entire
city. What is good for one section
III good LOT All. ne cOSL Will De more
than compensated by increased val
ues. To carry on these improvements
the voters should elect men this spring
in whom they have the utmost con-
fidence-men who will do the right
thing. The Republicans had In mind
the existing conditions in selecting
nominees. A stronger aldermanic
ticket was never presented for con-
sideration OF the voters. In the first
ward there Is Logan and Pingrey, with
Perry and Folsom in the second. Han
no and Naegelin in the Third. and
Dobbins and Ball in the Fourth.
Now The Herald knows whereof II
speaks when 1t states that the Re-
publican nominees, from mayor down.
stand for a greater Durango. The
only way to accomllsh this Is to be pro-
gressive, and the moment the Re-
publicans assume the majority they
will inaugurate system Of improve
ments that will not be disgrace like
| the Boulevard for which a Democrat
| ic council and Democratic city en-
| gineer are to blame. Third avenue
can never be remedied without an
expenditure of money almost equaling
that of putting in sewage system.
These are matters OF the utmost Inn
portance to every one interested in
the future Of Durango.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
STATE NORMAL AT DURANGO.

Silverton Miner.
1t is with great rejoicing that the
people of southwestern Colorado learn
that a normal school is to be es-
tablished at Durango, and that the
state legislature has appropriated $685.
900 for the building of the same, and
Durango citizens have guaranteed the
land and some other concessions. A
normal school in this section means
not only a higher standard for teach
ers, but for the schools, and. within
two years after its establishment, 1t
will be a surprise to everyone to see
the direct good such a school is-not
only 10 Durango but to this entire sec
ton. It will bring eminent educators
to Durango; 1t will mean that the
boys and girls in the schools will be
acquainted with these educators and
with the leading educational lecturers
of the state. 1t will incite ambitions
for higher education. and 1t will ne
cesstate the best teachers for ouI
local schools. The benefit will be far
reaching. and will have positive in
fuence for good.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
THE WOODEN WEDDING.

This is the fifth wedding anniver-
sary, and most enjoyable function
may be evolved from these sugges-
tions.
Have the invitations on birch bark
or squares of wood. II neither are
obtainable paper In imitation of wood
may be used with good effect. Deco
rate with nice long curly shavings
and festoons OF wooden plates strung
to gether. Wooden toothpicks tied on
long cords and used as portiers are
certainly novel decoration. and
wooden meat skewers will be found
useful for olive and pickle forks.
Clothespins may hold the napkins. II
doll size. gilded and tied with ribbon.
they make very acceptable favors.
Toy wooden dishes are used for nut
holders, and for bonbons and large
size chopping bowl filed with fruit
and flowers makes a fine centerpiece.
Wooden pals and tubs make splen-
did flower pots, and tiny wooden shoes
may be utilized for candlesticks-
Wooden plates and spoons may be
used and the ice GREEN served In tiny
doh washtubs.
The bride and groom may stand un-
der wooden bell. with the year OF
marriage and present date overhead
done In wooden figures and letters.
Singing while doing your housework
will help you through many an un-
pleasant task. says well known au-
thority. 1t is the best OF tonics for
the spirit and body. too. The lungs
are filled and the blood revived and
freshened by the vocal exercises
Working without system will tire one
twice as quickly as taking your tasks
In methodical manner. Homework
can be utter drudgery or It can be q
pleasurable occupation: the difference
Is found in the workers viewpoint.
When washing dishes do not stoop
over: this tires the shoulders. When
sweeping, have every window open.
You won't take cold; your exercise
will keep you warm and safe from
chills. II you can spare the time.
have a little nap every afternoon
Some women do their housework ~
| II they were carrying the weight a
nations upon their shoulders- auch
viii grow old early in life.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

The Denver & Rio Grande has
come out lucky in several accidents
the past few weeks. Especially was
this the case last night when the pas
senger train escaped being ditched
near Elk Park. On stretch of road
which Is always considered safe the
engine struck big boulder which had
rolled down the mountain 500 feet
away. lodging on the track after plow-
ing through the dirt Engineer Nc
Cabe was unable to see the obstacle,
owing to poor headlight. in time to
stop and the iron horse struck the
boulder while going at good gait,
smashing the pilot into smithereens
and derail!ng the engine With the ex-
ception OF one wheel. That the engine
and train was not ditched Is consider
ed a continuation OF the good luck
that has been the lot OF trainmen and
passengers on the Fourth division for
some time With the aid of section
men the locomotive was gotten back
on the track, and arrived in Silverton
at $50 this morning.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
MISS TOWNSEND WINS
WOLCOTT MEDAL

Miss Martha Townsend was award
ed the Wolcott medal at the Wolcott
prize reading contest at East Denver
High school this morning. There were
twelve contestants and the reading OF
all was declared to be of higher
order than at any previous contest
during the past several years. The
subject of the story given to Miss
Townsend was "The Boy Who Was
Scared of Dying"
The above is from the Denver Post
of Friday. Miss Townsend is a Du-
range girl, being the daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Townsend. The
honor won by Miss Townsend is good
news for her many friends and The
Herald extends congratulations.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Afflicted with Rheumatism.

Il was and am yet afflicted with
rheumatism" says Mr.. ]. c. Bayne,
editor OF the Herald. Addiagton. In,
dian Territory. "but thanks TO Cham
berlain's Pain Balm am able once
more to attend to business. 1t is the
best of liniments." II troubled with
rheumatism give Pain Balm a trial
and you are certain to be more than
pleased with the prompt relief which
1t affords. One application relieves
the pain. For sale by all druggists
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

At a special meeting of the Silver
ton club twenty-six new names were
added to the list of membership. The
club rooms are undergoing the regu-
lar spring clean up and renovation
New furniture is to be added; the bill
lizard tables recovered and telephone
put in place, all under the supervision
of Col. B. B. Calvin. president of
the club. The Silverton club. with
the exception of that of Durango, is
the only one in existence in the San
Juan.-Silverton Miner.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Saved Her Sons Life.

The happiest mother in the little
town OF Ava. Mo-. Ia Mrs. 8. Rupee.
She writes: "One year ago my son
was down with such serious lung
trouble that our physician was unable
to help him; when. by our druggists
advice | began giving him DR.. Kings
New Discovery. and soon noticed
improvement. I kept this treatment
up for few weeks when he was per.
fectly welE He has worked steadily
since at carpenter work. DR.. Kings
New Discovery saved his life." Guar
anteed best cough and cold cure by
G. q. Tiffany. Jr.. Druggist. Soc and
31.00. Trial bottle free.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Do You Open Your Mouth

Like young bird and gulp down what
ever food or medicine may be offered youp
Or, do you want 10 know something Of the
composition and character of that which
you take into your stomach whether as
food or medicine?
Most intelligent and sensible people
nowadays insist on knowing what they
employ whether as food or as medicine.
DIR. Pierce believes they have a perfect
right to insist upon such knowledge. So he
publishes: :>sxoadcast and on each bottle
wrapper, what BIS msdic are made Of
and vexiies sisydhdereat6 This be feels
he can welI 4fford % do because the more
the IDGredIents OF which his medicines
are made are studied and understood the
more viii their superior curatlye yirtles
Be aQ6feclaleI
For the cure OF woman's peculiar weak
nesses, Irregularities and arrangements,
giving rise to frequent headaches, back
ache, dragging-down pain or distress In
lower abdominal or pelvic region, accom-
panied, ofttimes, with debilitating,
pelvic, catarrhal drain and kindred symp-
toms OF weakness, DIR. Pierce's Favorite
Prescription Is most efficient remedy:
1t Is equally effective In curing painful
periods, In giving strength to nursing
mothers and in preparing the system OF
the expectant mother for baby's coming,
thus rendering childbirth safe and com
paratively painless. The "Favorite Pre-
scription Ii most potent, Strengthening
tonic TO the general system and TO the
organs distinctly feminine in particular
1t is also soothing and inyigoratinp
nervine and cures nervous exhaustion
nervous prostratIon, neuralgia. hysteris
spasms, chorea or ST. Vitus's dance, and
other distressing nervous symptoms at
tapdu Mt unon functional and organic dis.
| eases OF the distinctly feminine organs.
A host Of medical authorities OF all th'
several schools OF practice, recommene
each OF the several ingredients OF whici
"Favorite Prescription is made for thu
cure OF the diseases for which 1t is claimed
70 be a cure. You may read what the!
say for yourself by sending . postal carr
request for free booklet OF extract
| from the leading authorities, TO Dr.. r.
Pierce, Invalids' Hotel and Surgical In
stitute. Buffalo, N. Y, aud It will come h
you by return post
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Always Keeps chanberIaIn's Cough
Remedy In His House.

I'VE would not be without Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy. It is kept on
hand continually In our home." says
w. w. Kearney, editor of the Inde-
pendent, Lowry City. No. That IL
just what every family should do.
When kept at hand ready for instanl
use. a cold may be checked at the
outset and cured in much less time
than after 1t has become settled In
the system. This remedy is also with
out peer for Group In children. and
will prevent the attack when given as
soon as the child becomes hoarse. or
even after the croupy cough appears,
which can only be done when the rem.
edy Is kept at hand. For sale by all
druggists.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Silverton Republicans declared for
law and order-the closing of saloons
at midnight and Sundays, and prohibit
tion of gambling. Bound to come to
of the state. In turn the Democrats
straddled by declaring they were in
favor of the move providing the peo-
pie were, which means continuation of
a wide-open town. In Durango under
Democratic rule they tell us it is not
difficult to pull the tigers tail at a
few favored places.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Given I'm ia Die.

B. Spiegel. 1904 N. Virginia st.,
Evansville, Ind, writes: For over
Ave years was troubled with kidney
and bladder affections which caused
me much pain and WORRY. | lost flesh
and was all run down, and year ago
had to abandon work entirely. ! had
three OF the best physicians who did
me no good and was practically
given up to die Foley's Kidney Cure
was recommended and the first bot
tie gave me great relief. and after
taking the second bottle I was en-.
tireiy cured" Why not let It help
you. @. e. Tiffany. Jr.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
A Favorlte Remedy for s.bIe..

It's pleasant taste and prompt cures
have made Chamberlain's Cough Rem.
edy favorite with mothers of small
children. 1t quickly cures their
coughs and colds and prevents any
danger OF pneumonia or other serious
consequences. 1t not only cures Group.
but when given as soon as the croupy
cough appears will prevent the attack
For sale by all druggists.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Mr. and Mrs. John Herr was among
the returning passengers last evening,
coming direct from California with
exception of day or TWO In Denver.
Johns rheumatism is considerably i'm
proved. II will be remembered he
was laid up for some weeks shortly
after going to the coast. Mrs. Herr
Is looking fine. the lower altitude and
California breezes having proved bene-
hcial in every way. Mr.. and Mrs.
Herr are guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Lloyd
Sheets.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

The Democrat is respectfully In
formed that the Grand Junction Senti-
mel is not knocking" newspaper,
hence the support 1t receives.
Mrs. G.. A. Pike left for Colorado
Springs this morning to spend Easter
with her daughter, Sharley. who is
attending Colorado college.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

The death Of Chief Engineer Yard
of the Denver G. Rio Grande some
what interferes with the mining opera
tions OF Il. NJ. BIggs In Old Mexico
as the two were Jointly interested,
with MIR. Yard to take charge of
the working of the mines July lst.
Mr.. Biggs is in Old Mexico at pres
ent looking after the property.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Mo- caae on RECORD.

There Is no case on record OF =
cough or cold resulting in pneumonia
or consumption after Foley's Honey
and Tar has been taken. as 1t will
stop your cough and break up your
cold quickly. Refuse any but the gen.
uine Foley's Honey and Tar In vel.
low package. Contains no opiates and
Is safe and sure. G. e. Tiffany. Jr.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Frank w. Cooper with his family
will leave some time in April for Ari-
zona. Mr.. Cooper is not only one of
our good citizens, having made Duran
go and the Animas valley his home
since 1889, but he is a practical mining
man who has always held good po-
sitions In San Juan county. The Her
AIDS best wishes will follow Mr.. and
Mrs Cooper.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
How to Remain Youna.

To continue young In health and
strength, do as Mrs. N. F. Rowan. Nc
Donough. Ca, did. She says Three
bottles of Electric Bitters cured me OF
chronic liver and stomach trouble.
complicated with such an unhealthy
condition Of the blood that my skin
turned red as flannel. am now
practically twenty years younger than
before l took Electric Bitters. can
now do all my work with ease and
assist in my husbands store" Guar.
anteed by @. e. Tiffany, Jr.. drug
store. Price Soc
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Worked Like A Charm.

spicy journal. the Enterprise, Louisa.
Va, says: 81 ran nail In my foot
last week and at once applied Buck
lens Arnica Salve. No Inflammation
followed; the salve simply healed the
wound" Heals every sore. burn and
skin disease. Guaranteed at @. f.
Tiffany. Jr.. druggist. 25c.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

The Aztec Index is thoroughly dis
gusted with the way affairs were con-
Quoted at Santa Fe the past legislative
session and advocates the signing OF
a monster petition asking that San
Juan county, New Mexico, be attached
to Colorado. A better proposition
would be the joining of our southern
neighbor with what is known as the
San Juan district and the forming OF
new state.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Notice to our Customers.

We are pleased to announce thaI
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs
colds and lung troubles is not affected
by the National Pure Food and Drug
law as 1t contains no opiates or other
harmful drugs, and we recommend II
as a safe remedy for children and
adults. G. d. Tiffany. Jr.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Not one word of censure for DR.. Nc
Even who served the city during the
time the new water system was IN
augurated. and again as member OF
the legislature. The doctor is the
same today as he was four years ago
when given a handsome majority for
mayor and again two years ago last
fall when Durango gave him over 200
majority when running for the legis-
lature.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

The last number of the high school
lyceum course will take place Friday
evening of this week The Oriole Con
cert company comes highly recon-
mended and The Herald trusts the
managers will be greeted with full
house. Reserved tickets on sale at
Balsters store.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Postal Clerk Mcconnell is taking
Phil Hayes run between Pueblo and
Silverton while Phil recuperates from
the effects of last weeks wreck. Mr..
Hayes arm and side were scratched
and bruised, but he expects to be able
to be on duty again In couple OF
weeks.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
SieepIeRRnaRa-

Disorders OF the stomach produce
nervous condition and often prevent
sleep. Chamberlain's Stomach and
Liver Tablets stimulate the digestive
organs, restore the system to a
healthy condition and make sleep pos
sible. For sale Nv all druggists.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Mr.. Bryan is not mixing up in the
Chicago mayoralty contest, but we
may be justified in supposing that
he is waiting with a good deal of inter-
est to find out whether Roger Sulli.
van is going to get his fingers burned
or not.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

The Denver & Rio Grande would
make money by employing 100 addi-
tional section men to keep the road
bed in half way decent shape. And,
by the way, the new railroad law
gives the commission power to com
pei railroads to keep their road beds
in decent condition. and we trust the
commissioners will loose no time in
visiting this district-if they are not
afraid
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

The band will give another one OF
their enjoyable dances Thursday ev-
ening OF this week. In order to rem
edy an unintentional mistake at the
last dance the admission this time will
only be 75 cents with the same ex-
cellent music. Be sure and attend.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

A severe cold that may develop into
pneumonia over hight. can be cured
quickly by taking Foley's Honey and
Tar. 1t will cure the most obstinate
racking cough and strengthen your
lungs. Tie genuine is In yellow
package. G. Il. Tiffany, Jr.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Conductor Smith is looking none the
worse for his mix-up in the wreck on
Cumbres hill last week Fortunately
none of the train crew were injured
enough to mention with exception OF
the engineer and he is getting along
nicely
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

b. N Freeman journeyed to Pa
gosa Springs this morning.
William Morrison Is over from the
Montezuma valley where he continues
TO add an occasional ranch to his
holdings
Jesse E. Flanders, special agent of
the interior department, is In the city
today. being in this section on busi-
ness connected with Indian affairs.
Fred n. Townsend, who is up from
Aztec, says the county seat Is grow
ing and prosperous and every one
looking forward to prosperous sea
son
crushed hand at the Sunnyside mill
the other day, was Denver bound
passenger this morning, being en-
route from Silverton.
Jno. Groarke and wi'a departed this
morning for Des Moines, la. Mrs.
Groarke has been housekeeper for the
priest for the last year. She is a
sister of Father Duffy.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM R. Mason of
Hesperus. came down from Trimble
Springs this morning and will return
to their home after spending two
weeks enjoying the baths.
Merrill Doud passed through to Den
yer this morning from Silverton. Mer-
rill's wife and babies have been spend
ing most of the winter In the me-
tropolis and he is longing to see them.
o
The Herald has recently added sew
eral new faces of the latest style OF
type for commercial printing. After
in place for competitors to lay in a
supply. The Herald always leads.
John Kislingbery returned few
days ago from Durango where he has
been in hospital for some time. He
returns very much improved in health
but so much impressed with the ad-
vantage of the lower attitudes that he
contemDlates spending some months
down in the vicinity of Pennington
in the near future.-Telluride Jour
nal.
w. T. Johnson, with the Graden Mer-
camille Co.. left for Denver this morn
ing in response to a telegram an
the illness of mis- wife who
is en- route to this place from Okla
homa. Mr.. Johnson thinks worry of
travel and delays is responsible for
the Illness and that she will be able
to continue the journey when he is
with her.
Jack Redman received a telegram
Saturday afternoon announcing the
death of w. H. Henderson, better
known as "Scotty' at San Francisco.
His death has been looked for by
many, hence, no surprise. All who
knew Mr.. Henderson liked him. He
was a favorite among the musical
people of the city and much SYM
pathy has been expressed for his con-
dition the past few years.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
Found At Last,

J. A. Harmon of Lizemore. West Va.
says. "At last | have found the per
feet pill that never disappoints me;
and for the benefit of others afflicted
with torpid liver and chronic constipa
ton, will say; Take DR.. King New
Life Pills" Guaranteed satisfactory.
25c at G. e. Tiffany. Jr.. druggist
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Frank Sheets will fiji every require
ment as clerk of the city. Let his
friends see to it that he Is elected.
Surely there are enough well-wishers
to land him with handsome ma
iority.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

]. w. Barnes did not get away to
Goldfield as planned-did not have
money enough. His old patrons will
find him with Neer and Rudersdorf
where he will be glad to see them.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

II. l.. Morgan. WHO was injured In
the Hesperus mine some six weeks
ago, is getting along nicely and hopes
to be able to get out of bed In the
course of couple of weeks.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

An unofficial canvass indicates that
w. II. LaCount will receive two votes
Of every three cast week from to-
day for city treasurer. The people are
going to continue to reward merit.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

w. S. Plckerill received a telegram
yesterday that c. Il. Herr and family
are en- route to Denver and after put
ting in q few days in that city will
make for Durango.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

The board of trade held an enthu-
siastic meeting last evening and steps
were taken to secure every possible
aid for passage of the normal school
hIIl
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

Harry Osborne Is again in the har-
ness, having resumed the management
Of the Mancos hotel which he conduct
ed 30 many years before taking It
into his head some other section
would be more inviting. Most people
come back to this glorious climate.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

District court was In session a short
time this morning. then adjojurning
for the day. The jury das discharged
for the term at o'clock yesterday
afternoon
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
MINING NOTES.
Silyerton Miner.

Silverton Miner.
Col. e. G. Condit, manager Of the
Astor company. above Eureka. is plan
ming to resume operations again this
spring. The property has been Idle
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28
rhl. 4. Worth Remembering.

Whenever you have cough or cold
just remember that Fo.eys Honey and
Tar will cure 1t. Do not risk your
health by taking any but the genuine
1t is In a yellow package. G. L. Tif
fany, Jr.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1907-03-28

A telegram to Geo. w. Melville from
Denver reports his sister. Mrs. o. +.
Boyle improving and feeling much
better. .