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Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1907-06-03
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.
Estate of Nathaniel Johns on

The undersigned, having been appointed by
the Honorable Probate Court for the District
of Orleans, Commissioners, to receive, exam
persons against the estate of Nathaniel
johnson, late Of Albany in said District,
deceased, and all claims exhibited in Offset
thereto hereby give notice thatwe will meet for
the purposes aforesaid, at the late residence
of Nathaniel johnson n the 10th day of June,
and 2S.h day of October next, from one
O'Clock p. m. until four O'Clock p. M, eachtof
said DAYS, and that six NJ onths fir om the 18th
day of May A D., 1907, is the time limited by
said Court for said creditors TO present their
claims to us for examination and allowance.
Dated at Albany VT, this 20 tn day of May
A. D., 1907.
E. NJ. GALLAGHER, Commr,s
22.24 9. B. BUTLER.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1907-06-03
EAST ALBANY.

Committee on Re
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1907-06-03

Mrs. Carrie Goss also presented Is white
carnations. Mrs. A. Buchanan and Mrs.
A. Gould sent flowers.
CARD OF THANKs-We the undersigned
wish to thank those who so kindly assist
ed during the Illness, death and burial of
our beloved daughter and sister. We also
wish to thank ali those who furnished such
lovely flowers. May God reward them all.
My child, give me thy heart while yet the
dew
Is glistening on thy youths unfolding
flowers;
Ere yet the sun from out his monnt of
blue pours down the fervor of the
moo ntlde hour;
The way is long my child, then walk with
And 1 will be thy shadow from the heat,
Lean on my hand and take my staff to thee
Lest the rough stones shall bruise my
tender feet.
Trust my great strength, be not ashamed to
Thy weakness, thou art precious in my
sight,
Wrap thee in my warm love, unhoused,
alone,
| Thou cans't not bear the rigor of the
night.
| Give me thine hand, my child, for though
so fair,
| The stars that thickly DER nights vaults
| are sown, twas my hand moulded
| them, and set them there,
| To light thee fart her on, unto thy throne
MRS JOSEPH LABOUNTY
| AMI FAMrrv
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1907-06-03
SOUTH BARTON.


in Woodsville, N. FL the past week.
Mrs. Ida Harvey, who has been stopping
with her sister, Mrs. Silas Chickering OF
West Burke, for some time. visited her
mother, Mrs. Oliver Stone, last week.
The w. W. and l.. Co. baseball team Wis
tied tbs West Burke team Decoration day
and won the game by a score of 81 to 2.
The wind which prevailed was hindrance
for the felders to judge the batted balls.
Our boys played good game from start to
finish and we dare say the home team
would not have scored had it not been for
q wild throw to first.
ALBANY.
Mrs Thomas Wallace had sugar on snow
May 20.
Frank Rowell is home from O. w
Locke's.
Allison Mills is driving a job team al
Barton Landing.
Sam sbeaans of Coilinsville visited at 4
MSgis last week.
Almsn Norris, whe has been sick al
winter, is slowly failing.
Mr.. Calderwood OF st. Johnsbury visited
at Mr.. Ways last week.
j. D. Kelley and daughter, Alice, wer,
recent visitors in Hard wick.
| Edward Sanders was home from ST
Johnsbury for Memorial.
DR.. Goddard and j. B. Darling were Ii
Canada last week few days.
Lewis Ingalls, of Lowell joined the g. A
r. boys of this place Memorial day.
Miss Piuruy Darling of Morrisville !
visiting her brother, J. B. Darling.
Mr.. and Mrs. D. l.. MCGUIRE were bust
ness visitors in Hardwick last Friday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Sheldon and Mr.!
Sheldon's sister visited in Wolcott Las
Thursday.
Elias Searles was home from Lowe
mines last week securing mora help fe
that place.
John RoweIl of Woodsv:lle, N. Fl
visited his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Wi
Rowell last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. David Bashaw of Richfol
and Joseph Demar OF Berkshire were cal
ed here last week on account of the ser
GUS illness of their brother and cousi
Peter Bas haw.
At the regular communication of Meri'
ian Sun lodge, No.20, F.and Am in Craft
bury the following resolutions were adop
ed:
WHEREAS, it has pleased the Graz
Architect OF the . Universe to remove fro
our Mystic Circle our beloved brothe
Thomas B. Johnson,
ResolUed, therefore while we submit
the will of the Supreme Ruler, we can b
mourn our loss.
RESOLVED, therefore, that we extend o
heartfelt sympathy to the family of o
deceased brother and recommend them
seek consolation and strength in this TIT
= time of extreme sorrow from Him w
was merciful to the widows son.
RESOLVED, that we drape our lodge
mourning for period of six months al
that these resolutions be spread on t
records of the lodge and a copy present
to the family.
RESOLVED, that copy of the above res
lutions be sent to the ORLEANS C0UN'
MONITOR for publication.
G. B. BUTLER,
L. j. WALLACE
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
RAYMOND SELLS OUT
Mrs. L.. s. Peckham Buys Out Interest
of Late Husbands Partner, and Will
Run Grocery Business - Has Large
Trade Established, and Will Work
For New Business.

An important change in business
circles was made late Tuesday after
noon when Mrs. l.. S. Peckham, widow
of the late Lou" Peckhan, acquired
by purchase the interest of her late
husbands co-partner, w. NJ. Ray
mond Mrs. Peckham will conduct the
the assistance of her sister, Miss Dora
Hamilton, who has been looking after
the Peckham interests since Mr..
Peckaam's DEATH
The business will be conducted un-
der the name of l.. S. Peckham, who
established himself in business here
twenty years ago next February.
large trade has followed this place of
business for many years, and, already
established, Mrs. Peckham is satisfied,
that by careful business methods and
courteous treatment she can not only
keep that which has already been es-
tabll shed, but make many new custom-
ers as we'll. Under the new manages
ment it will be the policy of Mrs.
PecSham to look after the business as
it should be at all times, and have sat-
isfied customers an endorsement to her
business.
Mrs Peckham, in taking charge Of
the store, will assume all outstanding
obi cations of the firm of Pecllham &
Raymond, and all accounts due the
firm will be payable to her. Any one
who has ever traded with Peckham
knows the class of goods handled to be
of the very best, both in staple as we'll
as fancy lines. Miss Hamilton is IA
miliar with the grocery business, as
she was identified with the Let's
Fletcher Company in this city for
several wears.
Mrs Peekham and Miss Hamilton
viii be pleased to see all of the old
customers of the store. as well as their
many friends who may wish to become
customers, and can assure them that
their wants viii have prompt attention
al all rimes.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
TWENTIETH CENTURY OPENS.
Dean Frederick Howard, Of Drake
Universitv in Deliuhtful Recital.


University, in Delightful Recital.
The seasons first entertainment of
the Twentieth Century club was held
Tuesday evening at the beautiful home
of Mr.. and Mrs. G. f. Kirby. The song
recital given by Mr.. Frederick How
ard. who has a barytone voice of ex-
ceptional quality and tone, dean of the
conservatory of music at Drake Uni
versity. was delightful in every way.
He gave a recital here year ago. and
his reappearance was hailed with
pleasurs. Mr. Ralph HiX acted as ac
companist.
Following the program lunch was
served, those waiting upon the guests
being Misses Esther Forney, Kate
Balch. Ella Garvin and Eunice Kellogg
Guests present from out of town We're
Mrs. E. r. Hunt, of Melbourne; Miss
Anna Kirby of cambridge, N. Y; Mrs.
Irma Hartman, Of Hampton: Miss
Mary kasson of Des Moines: and
Miss Nellie Brennecle, of Denver.
Other invited guests We're Rev. and
Mrs. l.. 3. Hix, Mr.. and Mrs Aaron
Palmer. Mr.. and Mrs. j. C.. Nelson, Mrs.
e. w. lamar, and Messrs. frankie and
John p. Woodbury., Jr.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
NEW PIPE ORGAN
Christian Church at Gearing Will Ded-
icate Magnificent New Pipe Organ
Friday Night.

The ever progressive Christian
church, Gearing, has invested in new
pipe organ, and will dedicate with a
splendid concert Friday evening next.
Hosford Plowe, Ralph Hix and several
other local singers and musicians will
participate. The organ was purchased
locally OF the Eadie- Ward Piano Co
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
Carnival Notice.

The street cars will run each night
Of the carnival as late as the crowds
remain.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Canning pears this week at so and
% cents per peck.
+ All sizes of flower pots from the lit
tie one for a slip on up to the larger
ones for afun grown plant. See our
display
Shelled walnuts.e almonds pecans and
peanuts. Any quantity.
Fruit cake Time to make it, Cur
rants, raisins,5 citron, lemon and or
ange peel. The best of pure spices, a
genuine N. o. molasses and brown SUI
gar.
House cleaning time is here and you
will want a new broom, %, 30, 35 and
40 cents each Scrub brushes and dust
pans.
There is only one Sanitary Bakery
and / am the only retailer handling
their make For that special doings,
buy your baked goods of me. The
best 25-cent coffee in the city.
PLACE OF BUSINESS
O.12 South First Ave.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

The Tirznh Aid society will meet
with Mrs. George Boussom, SIC South
Fourth street Friday afternoon, in
stead Of Thursday, the regular time.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Mrs. e. w. Harmon returned Tues
day evening from Gilman, where she
has been for Il brief visit at the home
of her uncle. Mr.. j. H. Sour
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

The large crowd at the carnival
grounds enjoyed themselves last ev-
ening in spite Of the cool weather and
all the shows played to good houses.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Mrs Stewart Eason was hostess to
the regular meeting of the Calisophian
club Tuesday afternoon. The meet
ing next week will be with Mrs. g. F.
Thompson.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
Tt,nes- Republican

Dr. Wood. eye, ear, nose and throat.
III you are looking for gifts examine
the large assortment of souvenir
spoons at Aliens.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

A new lot of extension tables just
received at Marion Cards. They are
/ beauties and if you need nice table
see them before you buy elsewhere.
! Marion Gard.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
Carnival, Notice.

All women admitted to the carnival
grounds THURSDAY afternoon free, no
charge a the main gate.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Neck pieces-Grey squirrel and
blended squirrel, with mulfs to match.
All prices at M. It. Andrews.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Mr.. and Mrs. Fred zorn, of Monte
yuma. arrived in the city Tuesday eve
ming, and will remain for u weeks
visit with their daughter. Mrs ]. A..
Ewing
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
Carnival Notice.

Books of passes are not good at the
animal circus, merry GO round OIL
ferris wheel. COMMITTEE.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Sanitary iron beds at Marion Cards
All the prettiest styles and designs,
These beds sold on an iron clad guar
antee good for ten years. See these
beds and got prices.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Is best supplied at the Meeker Laundry.
It turns out linens of snowy white
4 appearance. If you appreciate high
class laundry service be sure to en-
trust US with your bundles. The
Meeker Laundry Co. The slow and
careful laundry.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
Carnival Notice.

All women ad'nitted to the carnival
grounds Thursday afternoon free, no
charge at the main gate.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Buns pocketbook and cinnamon
rolls, fried cakes, English doughnuts
and full line of cakes from 10 cents
up to 80 cents each at Culleys, 1912
South First avenue.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

The Shakespeare club met for its
regular reading Tuesday. with Mrs.
Anthony DAILY. Next week the meet
ing will be with Mrs. Mary Farrand.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

We want everybody to know that we
wire houses for electric lights--and
you should see US. Barker Buchanan
Co., 20 North Center street.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Have you seen that elegant line of
ladies' and children's trimmed hats we
are closing at s1.25 each. one-fourth
the regular price. Temple of Econ
OYpV
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Many of the stores have arranged
to let some of their lady clerks off
Thursday afternoon in order that they
may take advantage of free admission
to the carnival grounds.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
Heatherbloom Skirts

We have just received our fall line of
underskirts which we place on sale at
extremely low prices. Heatherbloom
is light weight material which has
rich, silky lustre that is permanent and
will outwear any other material which
can be made up in ready-to-wear gar
ments. These skirts are made in the
very latest fashions combined with fine
tucks and ruffles in such an artistic
manner so as to give every garment an
individual style. These skirts are made
exceptionally full and carried in every
desirable length, in any price you may
desire.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
DRS. |. H. { A. c. FRY

HOMEOPATHIC PHYSICIANS
and SURGEONS.
General practice. Mrs. Fry makes dis
eases OF women a speciality. l. II. Fry,
The eye. car. nose and throat a special
ty. Office and residence in the
sS Fry block, 102-104 West Main.
Glasses Fitted.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

The mothers child study department
of the Women's club met Tuesday aft
ernoon with Mrs. George M. Lyon, 504
East Church street Owing to the at
tendance being small. the time was
mostly spent in making arrangements
for tile next meetings. program.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Are you booster for home indus
tries? II so, give your grocer an or
der for one can of r. NJ. Dickinson s
maple and cream syrup.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

only one sanitary bakery in the city
and Culley. the grocer. is the only re-
taller who handles their baking. He
handles a Toe VIENNA, two sizes In a
cottage loaf and 10 cents, Crimp,
graham and rye bread
Mr.. s. ~. Witty, of Centralia. Mo-
who has been visiting for week with
his brother. Mr. claud F. Witty. left
for his home this morning. Mr. and
Mrs. S. A. Witty, of Nebo H. who
have been visiting with their sons at
the Claud Witty home. will depart for
Nebo this evening
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

The funeral services for the late Jer-
emiah Walter will be held at the
home of his sister, Miss Ida Walter, in
the residence of Mrs George Bramer,
COS West Linn street at o. clock
Thursday afternoon. Rev. l.. 3. Hix
of tire Congregational church will con-
duct the service and interment will be
made in Riverside cemetery.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Take notice. that all women are adj
mitted free to the carnival grounds
Thursday afternoon; take out the lit
tie ones for a ride on the merry-go-
round, and see the baby lions.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Remember that tomorrow, Thursday
afternoon. every woman will be admit
ted to the carnival grounds absolutely
free. SO do not miss this opportunity
to look over the very best carnival
company ever seen in this city.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Are you going to set up that stove
You need floor oil cloth. We have it,
either in pieces or by the yard. Ele-
CANT patterns at prices that anybody
can afford to pay. Temple of Econ
omy.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

( The regular meeting of the Haw-
thorne club Tuesday afternoon was
with Mrs. l.. c. Abbott. "Forshadow-
ing from the Ante Mosaic Age" was
the subject, with Mrs. Charles Click as
leader
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Fifteen country types. all contrasts,
all fairly true. all of them amusing.
each Of them interesting-this. in sub
stance. is the Hardscrabble comedy
group that Denman Thonpso and
Geo. w. Ryer show in Our New Min
isteH" which will be at the Odeon to-
night. Prices %. So Is and 81. 1t is
comedy and will make you laugh.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Electric hair dryer. radio bell ant
furniture in place. Hairlight crowns
for SALE Electric needle. Arson
Stroud
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Z, Mrs. Kate Johnson entertained about
thirty friends in honor of her daugh
ter. Sylvia's Goth birthday Tuesday
evening. The evening was very much
enjoyed with games and music. A
dainty supper was served.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09
elk Underskirts

nat w ear
We have at last been able to purchase a
beautiful line of silk skirts that will give
skirts are made up of the finest grade
of silk which is sure to give satisfactory
wear. We carry all the staple plain
shades as we'll as all the desirable
changeable effects to be- worn this season.
We are going to offer this season an all
silk underskirt in all shades at the low
price of $500. This is the best skirt
ever sold for the money. Remember,
only the best grades of silks are put into
these garments, so you are sure to get
garments that will give satisfactory wear.
See our $500 special before you buy;
they are sure to please.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

The Lotus club was entertained
Tuesday afternoon by Mrs, Z. r. Cor
nell WHO read and discussed chapter
4 OF The Rise of the Dutch Republic. !"
The reading Of chapter ) was by Mrs.
James Zug and Mrs. Stewart followed
by three recitations given by Margaret
Frazer. Mrs. Wilson was a guest of the
club. i social time and refreshments
were enjoyed after the program. The
next meeting will be with Mrs. G. A.
Baughman,
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

A large crowd attended the animal
circus last night and We're more than
pleased with the hour of entertainment
every one of the many attractions be-
ing of the very best and giving perfect
satisfaction.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Miss Theresa Mcconnell left Tues
day night for Chenoa. Ill.,, where she
will take charge of biology and English
work in the high school of that place
resignation in the corps made a va
cacy. and the position was offered Miss
Mcconnell by telegram Tuesday aft
ernoon. She wired her acceptance, and
left on the first train.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

A poster club. intended to furnish an
opportunity to teach boys lettering and
card writing. has been organized UNI
der the direction of Earl Roberts. Of
the Railroad Y. M. G. A., and it has
met with instant popularity with the
boys of the association. The first
meeting Of the club was held this aft
ernoon at 4 o'clock. but hereafter its
PIC tines are to be on Tuesday and
Friday afternoons at the same hour
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Mrs. Dora Warren, formerly of this
city. who. for the past year has been
making her home with her son Ralph
in Belot, Wis. and Elgin, ILL.,, is e1-
pected to arrive in the city tonight
with the intention of making her home
here with her son. Assistant Secretary
c. w. Warren, of the Railroad Y. M. c..
A. Mrs. Warren will live at liz South
Second avenue
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

B. L. Pyle, Of Marietta. arrived from
Chicago this morning where he mar
keted Tuesday a car load of pigs and
another load Of lambs. The pigs
brought 6 cents, and the best of the
lambs sold for 1925
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Mrs j. P. Stanstrom entertained
Tuesday evening at five-course Z
o'clock dinner. at her home. 303 South
Second avenue, a small number of
guests in honor of her husbands 41st
birthday anniversary. The dining room
was tastefully decorated with pink and
white carnations and asters. In the
parlor yellow daisies and purple asst
ers Were used. Misses Florence and
VIVA Herman sang several numbers
during the dinner hour The guests
presented Mr. Stanstrom with nice
office chair Mr. j. Tilton making the
presentation speech. Mr. Stanstrom
replied in happy manner, not for
getting /" ,hank his wife for the fine
dinner and Well planned surprise Mrs
Stanstrom was assisted in serving by
Miss Vera Fields.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Our office will be open Oct. 10th I'M
til y. m. No discounts thereafter:
MarshalltoWn l.. p. a. Ry. Co.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Flour is up. J. l.. Inman is selling
the Big Chief yet for S1.50 per sack
Try 1t while the price is right.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Call and see our assortment or
knives. forks and spoons in solid sill
Yer and plate Allen
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1907-10-09

Blankets of all qualities from 80
cents up to the finest grades in WOOL,
are shown by NJ. II. Andrews.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1907-12-07
ENTERTAIN TAFT
IN BERLIN

BERLIN, Dec. Secretary OF
War Taft and the members of his
party arrived yesterday from Russia
AMI late tonight, after attending
reception in his honor, the secretary
and his son departed for Hamburg
and Cuxhaven, where, tomorrow,
they will embark on the steamer
President Grant FOR New York. Mrs
Taft, at the same time left for Paris.
Ambassador Tower and Lieutenant
Colonel John D. Wiser, the Amerl-
can military attache, met the secre-
tary and his part7 at the railway
station here.
A number of German and foreign
ne wspaper correspondents Joined the
secretary's train en route from the
frontier and came with it to Ber-
lin. The secretary, in an interview,
said that his journey was entirely
without political significance.
The reception given Mr.. Taft last
night was attended by Ambassador
and Mrs. Tower, Or. Hadley, presi-
dent OF Yale university, and Mrs.
Hadley, DR.. Thomas Addison of San
Frapcfsco and Mrs. Addison.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1907-12-07

The roller rink is open every
night in the week except Sunday.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1907-12-07
Federation Well Armed

WASHINGTON, Dec. Tn a dis
patch to the adjutant general of the
army, General Fred Funston says:
II have Just conferred with a
prominent operator ut Goldf1eld now
here, a man thoroughly familiar
with all conditions there. He states
the Western Federation of Miners in
Goldeld numbers about 5000, of
whom 1000 have rifles and shotguns.
Not more than 800 Of these men
might be considered dangerous, and
doubts If they would resist regular
troops.