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The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
The south's Leader at Denver
Geetin9.

A dispatch from Washington says:
Democrats generally, and particularly
from the South, are sorely disappoint-
ed that Sen. B. R. Tillman's illness
will enforce his absence from the
Denver convention. Everywhere
such expression is being made. He
was to have been the central and
leading figure, anyway the leader
from South, and there is now ques-
ton as to just who will take his place.
It would appear that Senator Bailey,
of Texas; but there is considerable
doubt as to whether Texas will let the
great orator represent that state or
not. There will be other very prom
inent men from the South, but all
eyes were being centered on Tillman
and Bailey as The party leaders from
that section. Texans unfriendly to
Bailey are reviving the scandal of
two years ago which nearly cost him
his political life, when his alleged
connection with the Waters-Pierce
Oil company became known. If he
wins, and is sent to Denver, he will be
Tillman's logical successor in leader
ship.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08

To have perfect health we must have
perfect digestion, and it is very impor-
tant not to permit of any delay the mo-
ment the stomach feels out of order.
Take something at once that you know
will promptly and unfailingly assist di-
gestion. There is nothing better than
Kodol for dyspepsia, indigestion, sour
stomach, belching Of gas and nervous
headache. Kodol is a natural digest
what you eat. Sold by Kaufman Drug
Co.
Dick Watts, an old negro, commit
ted suicide in Lancaster on Sunday
night by shooting himself through
the head with pistol.
Don't cough your head off when yea
can get a guaranteed Remedy in Bees
Laxative Cough Syrup. 1t is especially
recommended for children as its pleas
ant to take. is gentle laxative thus ex-
pelling the phlegm from the system.
For coughs, colds, Group. whooping.
cough, hoarseness and all Bronchial
trouble. Guaranteed. Sold by Kauf-
mann Drug Co.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
Alderman Confesses Guilt.

Alderman F. A. Norwood pleaded
guilty to the charge of petit larceny
before Magistrate Jas. II. Fowles, in
Columbia last week and was fined $50
or sentenced to jail for 80 days. Mr..
Norwood was arrested for having
pawned gun, the property of MIR. L..
B. Richardson. The gun was pawned
for So and warrant for grand lar
ceny was sworn out for Norwood,
sending him to the circuit cou&t for
trial. However, the prosecutor since
requested that the charge be made
petit larceny and Magistrate Fowles
heard the case.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
The Lexington Dispatch.
Wednesday, April 8, 1908.
TOO BIG FOR THE DOOR.
Coffin Containing 520-Pound Woman
Put THROUGH Window.

The funeral of Lucinda Miller, be-
Iieved to be the largest woman in the
state of New York, her weight being
$40 pounds, was held few days since
from her home on North Clinton
street, Poughkeepsie, N. Y. On ac-
count of the size of the casket, it was
necessary for six porters to move it
through large front window.
Mrs. Miller's twin sister died sew
eral years ago. She weighed $50
pounds. Several offers were made by
circus men to Mrs. Miller to 60 on the
road as freak, some as high as $500
a week. She refused all of them.
She disliked notoriety on account Of
her two daughters.
Being 80 large, it was impossible
for Mrs. Miller to sleep in bed. The
fat had grown around her heart to
such an extent that when she at
tempted to lie down the circulation
of the blood was affected seriously.
So for many years she had sat up,
leaning over, with her head in her
hands, and thus had slept.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
For Sale.

Quantity of Deering cotton seed.
This is by far the most prolific cotton
I have ever planted. Almost doubled
yield last year over other varieties
with equal amount of fertilizer and
under same process of cultivation. l
find it especially adapted to the diff
ferent soils of my farm. Is not easily
effected by extreme weather condi-
tions. Guaranteed to be as produc-
tive as any on the market and is equal
ly adapted to the different soils of this
section.
Seed for sale in any quantity at rs
cents per bushel.
n. q. ADAMS,
19tf Leesville, s. O., route 2.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
NEGRO Killed by Deputy:

At Dublin, Ca, on Thursday Dep
uty Sheriff J. w. Rowland shot and
killed a negro by the name of Henry
Thomas. The killing occurred on the
plantation of J. B. Tyre. Thomas
was being hunted by hundred or
more citizens for fatally wounding a
negro woman. He was hidden under
tree top and was preparing to shoot
the officer when the latter fired, kill
ing him instantly.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
Ligght..More Light

Do you want to save money? Then
use the s.Best'' Ineandescent Vapor Gas
Lights and burn air instead of money.
They give so per cent. more light than
a Rochester Coal Oil Lamp, consume 80
per cent. less oil and make 90 per cent.
less heat.
ALI Lamps guaranteed for period of
two years, provided they are banded
according to our Instructions.
ssBest'' Incandescent Gas Lights, 100
candle power each. 800 candle power,
one gallon of gasolene per burner, %
hours, &C.,, cost $500. The above is for
lighting room 20xe0, 100 hours a
month for one year. For prices, etc.,
write
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
How's This I?

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re-
ward for any case of Catarrh that can
not be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
FL. Cheney & Co., Toledo, O.
We, the undersigned, have known F.
J. Cheney for the last 15 years, and be.
lieve him perfectly honorable in all
business transactions and financially
able to carry out any obligations made
by his firm.
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin,
Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, 0.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken intern
ally, acting directly upon the blood and
mucous surfaces of the system. Testi.
monials sent free. Price 75c. per bottle.
Sold by all druggists.
Take Hall s. Family Pills for consti'
patton.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
Fresh Stock Of Garden Seed.

Fresh supply of garden seed-differ-
ent varieties-just opened up at Har-
mans Bazaar.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA,

Lexington County.
By Geo. S. Drafts, Esq, Probate Judge.
Whereas, F. H. Hendrix, made suit to
me, to grant him letters of administra-
ton of the estate of and effects of Oscar
Ethe1edge.
These are therefore to cite and ad-
monish all and singular the kindred and
creditors of the said Oscar Etheredge, de-
ceased, that they be and appear, before
me, in the Court of Probate, to be- held
at Lexington, G. H., S. c., on 18th day
of April, 1908, next, after publication
hereof at II o'clock in the forenoon, to
show cause, if any they have, why the
said administration should not be grant
ed.
Given under my hand, this 3Oth day
of March, Ammo Domini. 1908.
George s. Drafts, IL. S.
Probate Judge, Lexington county, S. @.
Published on the 1st day of April,
1908, in the Lexington Dispatch. 2w2a
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
Rheumatic Pains Relieved.

Mr.. Thos. Stenton, postmaster Of
Pontypooi, Ont, writes: For the past
eight years I suffered from rheumatic
pains, and during that time I used many
different iniments and remedies for
the cure of rheumatism Last summer
I procured a bottle Of Chamberlain S
Pain Balm and got more relief from it
than anything have ever used, and
cheerfully recommend this liniment to
all sufferers from rheumatic pains. "
For sale by Kaufman Drug Co.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
Heywsrd Resigns.

At meeting of the directors of the
Standard Warehouse company, held
in Columbia last week, Ex-Governor
Hayward rendered his resignation as
president, in order to have more time
to devote to the campaign as United
States Senator.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
Seed Corn! Seed Corn!

The Worlds Premium Seed Corn
which took the Premium at the
Worlds Fair. Raised and sold only
by the Daisy Seed Farm. Write
TO-DAY fer circular, Price List and
Sample, free.
THE DAISY SEED FARM,
R. F. D. No. 3, Winston-Salem, N. G.
Feb. 19-3mo.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
A Twenty Year Sentence.

81 have just completed twenty year
health sentence, imposed by 'Bucklen's
Arnica Salve, which cured me Of bleed
ing piles just twenty years ago." writes
o. S. Woolever, of LeRaysville, N. Y.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve heals the worst
sores, boils, burns, wounds and cuts IN
the shortest time. 25c at Kaufman
Drug Co. and Derrick's Drug Store.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
PLENTY Of Trouble

is caused by stagnation of the liver and
bowels. To get rid of it and headache
and biiousness and the poison that
brings jaundice, take DR.. Kings New
Life Pills, the reliable purifiers that do
the work without grinding or gripping.
Csc. at Kaufman Drug Co and Der
rick's Drug Store.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08
c, H, HARTLEY,
GAsT0N, S. C. !
Enrine and Boiler Fixtures.

have just opened up new and
full line of engine and boiler fixtures,
consisting Of valves, gauges, coup
lngs. etc. Piping cut and threaded
to order. Engine and boiler repair
ing also done. Satisfaction guaran-
teed. Give me a trial.
J. J. RIKARD,
45tf Lexington, s. @.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1908-04-08

Rings Little Liver Pills for biliousness
and sick-headache. They clean the sys-
tenn and clear the skin. Price $50. Try
them. Sold by tho Kaufmann Dug o..
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
KILLED BY LIGHTNING.

Three soldiers and an unidentified
boy were killed by lightning, scores
of others including Governor Stuart,
his sister, Miss Cora Stuart, and Sur
gcon General Wiley, We're stunned
and every tent swept flat to the ground
last Thursday night when terrific
thunder and wind storm descended
upon the cncampmcnt OF the Penn
Sylvania State National Guard on the
Gettysburg Battlefield.
The storm struck the camp shortly
after . O'Clock and lasted Onl y half
IN hour. In ten minutes the guards
men had been killed by the lightning,
the tents lcvrled and the cncamp-
mcnt ground flooded.
Each man was killed while in his
tent. Companions of the dead men
were badly burned and stunned.
On Tuesday evening previous Lieu
tenant Paul J. Moorcl ~ was struck
and killed by lightning while talking
to several companions.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
What About Better Lights?

1t seems that we are doomed to disap'
pointment in matter of getting better
lights for our town. The electric light
ing project seems to have been killed,
and private parties are beginning to in,
stall that most excellent light, acety'
lene, so that it will leave little or nc
room for any private party or corpora
ton to furnish electric or other lights at
a profit.
The gasolene arc lamp seems to be a
success, and one that is inexpensive SC
far as first installation or maintenance is
concerned. We know of a private party
who will donate one of these lamps as
an experiment for the square in the
town if the town authorities will erect
the poles and other necessary fXings to
install it. Come forward gentlemen and
take this proposition up. 1t may be the
step towards getting better lights for
the town, which we must have.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
Personal.

Misses Mable Freeze and Maud Weller
are visiting in Hanover.
Mr.. and Mrs. Leslie Dutrow, of Boil
yer, visited Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. N. Eng.
fish.
Mrs. Mable Lppy and her sister, Miss
Matte Fauble, of Sykesville, are visit
ing their grandfather, Mr.. F. l.. Wisotz.
key and other relatives.
Misses Edith and Maud Grumbine and
their brothers, Charles and Champy, OF
Chicago, are visiting their aunt, Mrs. E.
f. Black.
Mrs. J. Morgan Harrison and Miss
Rosa Y. Montague, of Norfolk, Va, Mr.
VIM. Noel, of New York, and Miss Mel
lie Flemming, of Baltimore, are visiting
Mr.. and Mrs. Rob't A. Tyson.
H. Maynard Freeze and wife, after ar
enjoyable sojourn among friends here,
took their departure last Friday evening
for their home in Norfolk, Va.
Miss Annie Burrier, of Baltimore, Wis
tied Mr.. and Mrs. David Wireman.
Mr.. Martin Gilbert, of Connellsville,
Pa, is visiting friends in this place.
Rev. F. R. Bayley and family, of Aber-
deem, Md, are visiting Mr.. and Mrs. G.
w. Stock sdale and other friends.
Rev. and Mrs. Harry Wissler, of Car
Isle, Pa, and DR.. Everhart, of Balti-
more are puests of Mrs II Wissler.
Mr.. Chas. Knoske and his son-in-law
and family are visiting Mr.. and Mrs.
Marshall Gaugh.
Mr.. Thos. E. Lycett left town last
week for London, Eng, for month S
SOiOurn
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
What Do They Cure?

The above question is often asked con-
corning DIR. pierce'S two leading medi-
cincs, "Golden Medical Discovery" and
vFavorite Prescription"
The answer Is that "Golden Medical
Discovery is a most potent Alternative or
blood-purticr and tonic or invigorator
and acts especially favorably in cura-
tive way upon all the mucous lining sur
faces, as of the nasal passages. throat,
bronchial tubes, stomach, bowels and
bladder, curing large per cent OF catar.
rhal CAKES whether Sle disease affects the
nasal passages, the thzoat, larynx, bron-
CHA, StomaclNl as catarfS2l dyspepsia },
bowels Gas muSollS>sasEleal bladder.
uterus or other pelvic orgarsS Even In
tbe-cAr0nic nlceratlye- Stages nf Lhese
attecLiLrS.l ills t1en- successful in Affect
NC r'aY0rlte Presentation is advised
for tI!6 GlreQt-Q one cllss Of d!scases-tl osee
EIlllr. weak Hesses. -u'ssY5'ig aMsfits and
irregL Ia fltle. lncilent = M0lIGn only: It
is powerful yet gently Acting Inv igBfat
ing tonic and nervlne. For weak worn
out, ovcr-wOrked women-no matter what
has caused the break down, "Favorite
Prescription will be found most effective
in building up the strength. regulating
the wOmanly functions. Subduing pain
and bringing about healthy, vigorous
condition Of the whole system.
book OF particulars wraps eacn Dottie
giving the formula of both medicines and
quoting what scores OF eminent med
zeal authors, whose works are consulted
by physicians Of all the schools OF practice
as guides in prescribing, say OF each In
grcdent entering into these medicines.
The words Of praise bestowed on the
several ingredients enter ing into Doctor
Pierce's medicines by such writer's should
have more weight than any amount OF
non professional testimonials, because
such men are writing for the guidance OF
their medical brethren and know whereof
they speak.
Both medicines are non-alcoholic, non
secret. and contain no harmful habit
forming drugs. being composed of glyceric
extracts OF the roots of native, American
medicinal forest plants They are both
sold by dealers in medicine. You can't
afford to accept as a substitute for one OF
these medicines of known composition,
any secret noStrum.
Dr. Pierce's Pellets. small. sugar-coated,
easy to take as candy, regulate and in
vigorate stomach. liver and bowels.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
New G.. A. r. Post.
Jason Damuth. No. 80, Organized a,
Thurmont, Md.


Department Commander Robert c. Sun
strom, assisted by Past Department Com
mander Fred C. Tarr and Assistant In
spector General George w. Johnson, Wis
tied Thurmont, Md, Saturday last for
the purpose of organizing Jason Damuth
Post No. 80, Grand Army of the Repub-
lie. The visitors were met at the station
by delegation headed by Junior Vice
Department Commander James B. Black,
Col. ]. R. Rouzer, Major c. A. Damuth,
William Freeze, Mayor of Thurmont, and
a drum corps, and were escorted in car
riages through the principal streets to
Miller's Hotel, where they were enter
tanned at dinner. They We're then es-
corted to Rouzer's Hall, where they or
gained Jason Damuth Post. The post
was named after Jason Damuth, of Com
pany D, Sixth Maryland Infantry, who
was killed at the Battle of the Wilder
ness.
The following officers were elected and
lnSCdlleu. w lllldli IL. oIuii, eo''-
Lewis Bollinger, senior vice commander;
Charlton Fogle, junior vice commander;
Charles C. Currens, surgeon; John IL.
Rouzer. chaplain; Chambers Creager,
ouartermaster; Jacob Freeze, officer OF
the day; James H. Nunnemaker, officer
of the guard; counsel of administration,
Jago Collifower, George T. Castle and
C. A. Damuth. The commander appoint
ed William l.. Martin as adjutant.
The following comrades were muster
ed into the post:
John R. Rouzer, Charles A. Damuth,
William J. Freeze, J. H. Nunnemaker
Chambers Creagcr, VIM. l.. Martin, VIM.
T. Miller, l.. A. Bollinger, Jeremiah
Dutrow, Charlton Fogle, Jacob Freeze,
Henry C. Fleagle, Chas. C. Currens,
VIM. H. Stull, G. w. Miller, W. }.
erosion, Jago Collihower, Ed. E. Krise,
Jacob Shaun, John erosion, Solomon
Fogle, George V. Flower and George T.
Castle.
After the installation addresses were
made by Department Commander Sun
strom, Past Department Commander
Fred c.. Tarr, Assistant Inspector Cen
eral G. w. johnson, the newly installed
commander, VIM. Stull; Colonel }. X.
Rouzer and others.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
THURSDAY. JULY 30, 1908.
FROM CHICAGO TO KANSAS CITY

As Chicago is one of our nearest west
ern cities we take for granted that many
of our readers have had the pleasure OF
seeing this wonderful city; so we will re-
frain from any description, we might feel
inclined to give. In the short period
of it's existence great has been it's past
and after our casual inspection of its
R. R. facilities, ETC., predict still great
er things for it's future. We took a
steamboat ride on Lake Michigan and
greatly enjoyed the cool breeze that was
stirring over this beautiful body of fresh
water.
A jaunt through the principal streets
in an automobile gave us little idea OF
the place, the height of some of its build
ings, etc. At the Academy of Science,
in Lincoln Park, we saw some flne eX-
amples of the taxidermst skill. All
kinds of animals birds, fish and insects
are reproduced, initiating the original as
nearly as possible. Here also can be
seen all kinds of minerals and samples OF
crystal rocks and different kinds OF
stones.
Leaving Chicago we cross the Missls-
sippi river at Rock Island. We get a
good view of this great river as the rail
road, after crossing, parallels it for sew
eral miles. From here to Kansas city
we pass through rich farming country,
which like all the rest of the west lacks
the substantial buildings Especially the
bank barns) one is accustomed to see in
the East Long before we reached Kan
sas City we could see indie ations of re-
cent heavy rains rivers were beyond
their banks, fields on either side with
their growing crops completely submerg-
ed. Before crossing the Missouri river
bridge at Kansas City we had to run
through water for several miles that
completely covered the track at some
places to depth of several feet. When
we arrived at Union Station, which IS
located in the lowest part of Kansas City,
we noticed the water was running down
the street back of the depot. On one
side people were moving their property
a story higher or making preparations
to vacate altogether. We will never for
get the boats padding up and down street
carrying people and property to places
of safety. We thought what a parady
on the much talked of Ventian scenes,
onlv the Sonu of tho pOndOlier WAS miss
ing to make it complete.
Next to Chicago, Kansas City is the
greatest r. r. center of the west. 1t
has acres of stock yards and immense
packing houses into which go all kinds of
live stock from the surrounding country,
coming out changed and finished pro-
duct for all the workers of the world.
The majority of its streets are wide and
we'll paved, has many fine public build
ings and splendid private residences of
different kinds and styles of architect
ure. 1t also has many large, well shad-
ed parks and one of the best street car
systems we have seen. From the high
bluffs about Union Station an excellent
view of the city and the great Missouri
river can be had. The country surround
ing Kansas City used to be the stamp
ping ground Of the famous James gang.
Mrs. Jesse James and her son, Jesse Jr.,
still reside in Kansas City. Jesse Jr.,
is member of the Kansas City bar.
Il
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30

Social workers throughout the Un-
ion are watching with interest tn
part Maryland is preparing to take
in the International Congress on Tu.
crculosis, which will be held il
Washington from September Dist t.
October 18th. Besides having a rep
rrscntative attendance, the Maryland
Association for the Prevention and
Relief of tuberculosis will have al
exhibit.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
EVERYTHING IN THE DRUG LINE AT
WATERS PHARMACY.
W., F. & G. Ry. Schedule.

The following schedule of trains over
the w., F. & G. Ry. between Frederick
and Lewistown is now in force.
Train leaves Frederick at $50 and 900
A. NJ; 200 and 4:4O P. M; arriving at
Lewistown at 7l5 and 9:45 A. M; 2:45
and 5:25 P. M.
Train leaves Lewistown at 7;30 and
1000 A. NJ; 800 and $50 P. M; arriving
at Frederick at 9:15 and 10:45 A. M. !; 3:45
and 6:15 P. M.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE.
Trains will leave Frederick on Sunday
at 8:l5 a. M, LOO and $3.50 p. M, for
Lewistown; returning will leave Lewis
town 9:25 a. M, 2:15 and 4:45 p. m. This
schedule will be in force until further
notice
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
M0nOcacy Valley Improvement.

1t is the intention of the w., F. & g..
Ry. to place force on the M. V. to put
it in condition by renewing ties and rails,
clearing out right of way, etc. Bridge
material and steel have been ordered TO,
the work. 1t is understood that 60 To-.
rails will be laid from Mr.. Waesche's
lane to the w. M. K. r. This il baG
piece of track, owing to the light rail
and heavy grade.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
BASEBALL NEWS.
Monterrey Failed to Come.


Owing to the failure Of the Monterey
baseball club to keep its appointment to
play here on Saturday last, the Thurmont
management and many interested in the
game We're very much disappointed.
However game was arranged and play
ed. A number of players not listed in
the regular team We're gotten together
and given Reed and Rouzer of the regu-
lar team for their battery; the regular
team taking Meckley and Stoner, pitch
ers, and 7. Wilihide, catcher for its bat
terry. Reed struck out Is men; Meckley
and Stoner 5. Score of game is as follows:
Scrubs. .....0 . 6 90 2 2X-ll
Thurmont. ........0 01 90 0 2 5
Girls vs.. Boys.
On Friday afternoon at $50 O'Clock,
two baseball teams representing girls
and boys of 1hurmont will cross bats on
the local grounds. The team represent
ing girls will be costumed humorously in
female attire while the team of boys will
wear regulation baseball uniform. Thur
mont's best players have been selected
for this contest and have been as equally
divided as possible so as to make an in
teresting contest. This game will per-
haps be the biggest fun producing event
of the summer season and large audi
ence is expected. Ladies are especially
requested to be present with tin horns,
ETC., to root for their team.
Thurmont vs.. Fairfield.
On Saturday afternoon at $50 O'Clock
Thurmont will cross bats with the strong
Fairfield, Pa, team.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1908-07-30
Track Laying.

Contractor McDonough is engaged in
laying track from Lewistown to the
Mcpherson land, and it will take about
10 days to do this work, so he says, then
the work of ballasting that part will have
to be done; otherwise his force of hands
will remain idle unless the Mcpherson
and Thropp difficulties are removed by
chat time.