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Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Look over our line or woolens for
your Xmas suit. Durango Tailoring
Co.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

FOR RENT-Three-room house; 9Th
ave-, 81 per month. Local Security Co.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Andy Chitwooo believes in handling
only the purest aud best. Call at the
Horseshoe aud be convinced.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07
HOLIDAY GOODS SUITABLE FOR
PRESENTS All EREuNp,s.

Guns, watches. jewelry. sporting
goods and novelties. etc. Also repair
ing of same at Colorado Armory &
Novelty Works, Durango
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

See Nathan's windows for correct
dress.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

INDIAN CURIOS - SOMETHING
NEW ALL THE TIME. DURANGO
oRu0 CO.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Pictures at one-third the price you
pay for framing at Hahn's.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Cleaning and repairing and pressing
over Richeys.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07
WEATHER FORECAST.

Partly cloudy with local snow to-
night or Sunday.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

s. R. Lanier. H. Mum and Billy
Black, all of Aztec. who have been in
town several days attending to some
business matters, returned home this
| morning.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Phone Red 292. It's the Durango
Tailoring Co.. 1922 Main st.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Fortunately no one was in the path of
the slide. There was enough snow
to knock man down and bury him
though not perhaps very deep.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

FOR SALE-Modern broom house
at bargain. Enquire at this office.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

SAFETY RAZoRs, 10 CENTS TO
$3.50. HAHN.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

CHOICE LOT OF sox CANDY
JUST RECEIVED by THE DURANGO
DRUG CO.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Maximum temperature yesterday, 35
Minimum temperature yesterday. 26.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

The two Telluride teams, boys and
girls, played at Mancos last night. The
score was as follows: Girls, A to IA
in favor of Mancos. Boys. 20 to 13
in favor of Telluride.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Mr.. and Mrs. f. l.. Carr of Rocky
Ford we're on their way this morn
ing to Cortez. where they recently pur-
chased town property, and will make
their home in the future.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Mrs. John Brumley of Dolores was
operated on yesterday morning for
cancer at Mercy hospital by Drs.
Lackey and Lingenfelter. The opera
tion was critical, but the patient stood
II nicely and is resting easy today.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Basket ball at Red Men hall Sat,
day evening. Dec. 6. at 8:15.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

business matters, returned home this
morning.
Mr. and Mrs. f. l.. Carr Of Rocky
Ford we're on their way this morn
ing to Cortez. where they recently pur-
chased town property, and will make
their home in the future.
C. s. Hudson of Colorado Springs
came In last night by way Of Silver.
ton where he visited some mining
property. returning to Colorado
Springs on this mornings train.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. d. Bruett .of Knox.
Vile, Ia, arrived last night Mrs. Bru
EFT is niece of Charles Kelly, the
well known guide. They expect to
remain in Mancos for at least year
J. O. Hickman and wife came in
from Cortez last night, where they
have been visiting friends for few
weeks. They were guests of the Pal,
ace over night, leaving this morning
for their home in Kansas.
Mr.. and Mrs. Joe Terry, who were
down from Eureka to visit their
mother yesterday. returned last night
The friends Of Mrs. Terry will be
pleased to know that she passed a
good night, and is much better today.
Ordering flat papers in 100 ream
lots indicates The Herald II doing
business at the old stand. We not
only have the stationery but we have
the latest and best type faces with
an expert Job artist to do the work. all
OF which counts.
Mrs. DeYapp. who runs the Chama
hotel. returned from a trip to Farm
ington last night. There is no snow
down there at all. which seems a lit
tie hard to realize. when we have SO
much. The lady returned to Chama on
today's eastern.
Mrs. ]. Mclaughlin in partnership
with Mrs. Spencer. In the Aldine, an
apartment house on Second avenue
left this morning for her home at
Amethyst, the southern part of Creede
The partnership has been dissolved,
Mrs. Spencer continuing the business
alone.
Rev. Mr.. Finch delivered another
stirring address at the Baptist church
last evening, many new faces being
present, and as his fame becomes
known the church will no doubt be
filled during the coming week II you
enjoy listening TO a man of learning
and eloquence make 1t point to at
tend some of the weekly meetings.
The Presbyterian people are very
much distressed over the resignation
OF their pastor. Rev. David Morell, as
they realize it will be difficult to Sc
cure q minister In his place who win
give as general satisfaction. While
. young man. Mr.. Morell is eloquent
In thought and delivery. and true
Christian gentleman In every sense of
the word. Ana the church member
ship is not alone sorry. because the
pastor is held In high esteem by the
entire community.
The public u cordially invited to
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Mahon. optician. s15 Main Ave.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

North Durango will have no sewer
system at present. So the council
decided last night.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

The writer intended going to Sill.
verton this evening and taking in the
golden wedding anniversary of Mr.
and Mrs. Thomas Clifford if the train
was on time, but being about three
hours late with possibility of getting
later, would land us in Silverton about
mtdnight-time for adjournment. Our
heartiest wishes. however. go with
Mr.. and Mrs. Clifford for many more
years Of happy life. and should they
live to celebrate the diamond ami.
versary We'll be there If we have to
walk.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07
WAN is

WANTED - Nursing. references.
Mrs. Trumble, second house from cem-
etery foot bridge. east side.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

THE FINEST LINE Or cIGARs
IN TOWN. DURANGO pRUo CO.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

There will be a dandy basket ball
game between Telluride and Durango
high school teams, this evening in Red
Men hall, commencing at SIS. The
game will be double header both
boys and girls taking part. Admission
25 and 35 cents. The two Telluride
teams arrive on this evenings South.
ern
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

held tomorrow evening at o'clock in
Red Men hall
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

The many friends of Ed M. Brown
in Durango and Silverton and the San
Juan country, will be glad to know
that he is getting along nicely since
operated on at Ochsner hospital Tues
day. The Heraia trusts that it will
only be short time until Mr.. Brown
is able to be about and that by spring
will be restored to usual health and
able to look after his business inter
ests.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Junius Ballard is visitor in our cit
from Allison.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

c. s. Hudson of Colorado Springs
came in last night by way Of Silver
ton where he visited some mining
property. returning to Colorado
Springs on this mornings train.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Otto Schiller of Ignacio is visito
In our city.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

L. P. Rudolph is down from the
Comstock for a few days.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

The public u cordially invited to
attend the Ells' memorial service.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

A miniature snows,de came down
from the roof Of the depot In tbs ell
by the north door Of the waiting room
ON the west side Of the building.
There was = roar. and . rumble and
crash. Men scattered IN al directions.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

Mr.. and Mrs. c. d. Bruett 'of Knox
Vile, Ia. arrived last night. Mrs. Bru
EFT is niece Of Charles Kelly. thu
well known guide. !. They expect t.
remain in Mancos for at least a year
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-12-07

J. c. Townsend and William How
land Of Howard. Kans.. who arrived
last night. departed today for the Mon
texuma valley. to look after some
land.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1908-02-07
Notice Of Election.

TO the citizens and legal voters
Of the village Of Washburn in the
County Of Mclean and State of
North Dakota:
You are hereby notified that
there will be a special election held
Of said village on Monday the 10th
day Of February, 1908 fer the pur.
pose Of voting on the question
whether or not the territory in.
Guided within the incorporated
village of Washburn shall become
incorporated a city.
Said election to be held at the
court house Of said County and
village aforesaid and polls to be
open from 9 a. m. to 4 p. III.
P. M. Ferguson,
President.
Thee. Ser,
Clerk.
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Do Not Experiment With Group.

When a child shows symptoms
of Group there is no time to 'ex.
pertinent with new remedies, nc
matter how highly they may be
recommended. There is one pre-
paration that cara always be de,
pended upon. 1t has been in use
for many years, and has, new
er been known to fail, viz: Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy. Give it
and a quick cure is sure to follow.
For sale by Forbes Drug Store.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1908-02-07
The Best IS Always Cheapest.

In buying medicine, a few pence
from each bottle is no inducement
to the buyer. He wants that which
is most effective, as it is cheapest
in the end. This is why Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy is so popu-
lar here. It is guaranteed to do
all that is claimed for it and its
cures of coughs, colds and Group
are always satisfactory. For sale
at Forbes Drug Store.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1908-02-07

For sale or trade: My office in
Washburn. Two Lots adjoining
on the east. Also the Oligney
corner. Four Of the best business
lots in Washburn. Buildings and
Improvements could not be re-
placed for $500. What have you
in the way Of farm lands Of inter
est bearing paper to trade? Write
e. M. Digen, 1913 Portland ave,
Minneapolis. 81
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House .EIovers, Attention.

] have a two-story building Box
SO that I want moved from old
Coal Harbor to the new town.
Bids are wanted.
Geo. L. Robinson,
Coleharbor, N. D.
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Wantes.

Good reliable party to put in
corp acres Of barley and
pillow land after cropped.
Lano is Z miles north of
Washburn, - on share or
cash. Seed furnished.
Enquire Klein Land Agency.
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VILLAGE OFFICERS,
NEWS ITEMS OF THE WEEK
Market Report

Eggs 20
Butter 70
Potatoes 90
John hesworth returned Thurs
day from jamestown.
Ole Gradin was down from his
Underwood farm a couple of days
this week.
Will Go on Your BOND, Frank E.
Funk, list. NATL Bank, Washburn
North Dakota.
The infant daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. j. e. Davis died last Friday
afternoon.
REIMBURSEMENT For Sale-S0
acres-2 miles from Coleharbor.
For particulars write, or call on,
Otto Anderson, Coleharbor, N. D
Peter Shauer, one Of the pros
porous. Turtle Lake farmers, was
in Washburn on legal business
this week.
List your town property for sale,
or Rent with the G.. O. Raugus1
Agency.
Mrs. Emil Lenhart and daugh-
ter returned to Bismarck Wednes-
day after spending a week with
her sister Mrs. P. M. Ferguson.
FOR RENT few houses
Enquire Frank E. Funk, LIST Natl.
Bank.
The bylaws of the Water Users
Association have been placed on
file With Secretary of State Blais-
deli for incorporating. Another
irrigation meeting will be held
some time in the near future, or
as soon as a speaker car come.
Loans on Improved City Property
Monthly payment privilege. See
G, O, Raugust, Local Secretary,
Northwestern Mutual Savings g.
Loan Association Of Fargo.
Sunday was grounding day.
The hog no doubt saw his shadow,
which will give us, six weeks Of
winter. Some papers say, ''six
more weeks Of winter when they
should say only six weeks of win
ter, as so far we have had none.
For sale or trade-16O acres, II
miles from Coleharbor; so acres
broke. What have you to offer?
otto Anderson, Coleharbor. n. D.
The Washburn Orchestra have
been engaged to play for a dance
in Dogden the 2lst of this month.
Washburn has the only orchestra
on the line and it could make a
number of engagements in other
towns if the time could be spared
from their work here.
For sale or trade-l6O acres, 4
miles from Coleharbor, N. d. IS
acres ready for crop. Good house
and barn, good we'll and windmill.
Make an offer. Box lib, Colehar-
boz, N. D. 80
The following members of the
TX. P. order went to Bismarck
Wednesday to attend the district
meeting: r. 3. Funk, A. Wacker,
4 Ia. Southey, I. J. Haugeberg, j.
ia, Hyland, q. Olgeirson, j. M.
Patterson, DR.. A. M. Hardaway,
1H. Holtan. E. Anderson, G.. Chad
wick, r. Thompson, II. Carnahan,
d IL. O. Olson and L. Berlot.
Barrett & Zimmerman, Ameri-
gas greatest horse dealers, will
s6old their Grand Horse Auction
pales every Wednesday hereafter,
g Midway, st. Paul, MINI. If
you need farm mares or horses YOU
SElll save money by attending their
3 z Auction. Private sales daily.
Zee their ad. So
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Have your photographs on Post

Lave your photographs on Post
Cards.
It is said by DR.. Leavitt of Chi
cago that laughter is the best cure
for the grip.
Every thing new and old in
valentines at Forbes Drug Store.
Mrs. Andrew Sutton returned
Hast week from a three months visit
with friends and relatives at Fess-
enden and Darlington.
Diamond Photographs SOC. doz
The Leader will now offer you
the Northwestern Agriculturist
with the Leader to those who pay
the subscription in advance.
Let the Mandan Mercantile Co.
figure on your lumber bill.
Andrew Sutton proved up on his
claim near Conkling last week. He
and his wife have lived on
the claim for five years and now
expects to spend the rest Of the
winter in town.
Insurance! Insurance! Insurance
F. E. Funk, Washburn, N. D.
Washburn is getting to be quite a
show town. Two shows a week
ago and one on Saturday, Sunday
and Monday makes some think
they are living further east.
j. E. DAVIS, the prominent mer-
chant of Goodrich, and who will
no doubt be a candidate for the
state senate from our district, was
in Washburn several days on his
way to Bismarck.
Postmaster Aug. VAIL returned
Tuesday from Bismarck where he
underwent an operation for APP
pendicitis. He is still weak but
expects to be able to perform his
duties in a week or so.
Nearly half Of Drake was on fire
last Monday. The buildings
burned we're Gentry Bros store,
Slike's butcher shop; harness shop
and Bennet's drug store. The in
surance will not cover one-half Of
the loss.
The SIX business houses burned
in Ryder last Thursday were Bill
lions, Kruger q Bros, Sweet e.
Co., John Woods drug store and
HUM confectionery. ALI we're in
sured for about half their value.
The main topic at the CONNER
cial club meeting Tuesday even
ing was fire protection. With the
recent fires at Coleharbor, Bowden,
Ryder and Drake, it was deemed
advisable to study this matter a
little to keep the fire fend from
visiting our town.
Statistics of the Health Depart
ment show pneumonia to be one of
the most fatal diseases, especially
during the winter months. The
records show numerous instances
where neglect Of an apparently in
significant cold has developed
pneumonia without warning.
Senator H. G. Hansbrough is at
st. Joseph's hospital in St. Paul
undergoing treatment for a
trouble. He reached there Sunday
night from Minot and will prob
ably have to remain a week or ten
days before returning to Washing
ton, DC.
Brush, the magician, was here
Monday night as the third number
on the lecture course. The people
were SO Interested in some of
his tricks that they forgot to ap-
plaud, but Mr.. Brush did not take
it that way and explained some Of
his tricks.
Wanted
Good reliable party to put in
crop ll6 acres Of barley
and pIow land after cropped
Land Is Z miles north Of
Washburn, :. on share or
cash. Seed furnished.
e.~,:so Nlosn ond A0a,ao.s
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For Sale Or Exchange.

For land, a $4,000 stock Of general
merchandise. New and up to date.
S. L. Crosley,
New Boston, III.
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The Northwestern Agriculturist
and the Leader for Sl.5O.
Miss Martha johnson was on
the sick list a few days this week,
being closed up at home with
the grip.
Before it is too late, insure your
property against Fire, lightning, Re-
liable Company. Frank E. Funk, list
National Bank. Washburn.
John P. Wentz, Of McClusky,
was q business visitor in Wash
burn Tuesday. He made this
Office a visit while here.
STEAMSHIP TICKETS. Lowest rates
8 different companies. F. E. FUNK
LIST Nat. Bank. Washburn. N. D.
Snow fell Tuesday and change
for the colder was noticed but no
one grumbles as this is the first
cold spell this year.
The unexpected happens. In
sure your property against Fire,
and Lightning. See Frank E.,
Funk, Agt., Washburn, N. D..
The county commissioners were
in session a couple Of days this
week. Commissioners Putt and
Hultberg were present.
Talk to R. M. Brown about that
Lumber Bill.
Farmers e. Merchant Lumber Go.
Washburn, n. D.
VIM. and Maria McElwain of
Garrison, were over Sunday visi-
tors at the Lorentzson and Knudt-
son homes:
POST CARDS-Those having
negatives at the gallery a have
hem put on post cards for lOc
each. This is a snap and will not
last long.
Prof. w. P. Dean was unable tc
hear his classes in the high school,
Tuesday and Wednesday owing tc
the grip getting a stronger hold or
him.
Valentines. from one cent te
three dollars, for sale at Forbes
Drug Store.
Sheriff Beck has been making
trips over the county the last
couple of weeks to subpoena Jurors
for the February term Of court
which will convene the 18th.
R. M: Brown is prepared to supply
your wants in Bran, Shorts, or Mixed
Feed. Any amount from a sack to a
carload. See him at Farmers & Mer.
chants Lumber Yard.
Last week Sheriff Beck brought
Ben Nichols, Ray Adler, and joey
Carrico down from Dogden. They
had all been violating the prohi-
bition law and will be tried at the
next term of court.
Before buying harness call at
the Mandan Mercantile Co., and
inspect these special made harness
Miss Emma Hottie, a sister of
Mrs. J. G.. Ness, proved up on a
claim north of town last Saturday
She expects soon to move to Fargo
to take care of her aged father and
mother.
The valentines at Forbes drug
store can be had at any price. Re
sure to look them over.
The Bar Association Of Mclean
county will have a meeting the
evening Of Feb, Goth in Washburn
at the Merchants Hotel. A very
interesting program has been pre-
pared, after which the association
and visiting attorneys will enjoy
a banquet.
Last Friday night the year old
son of Mark Wynn, a farmer liv-
ing northwest of Coleharbor,
climbed on a>stool near the kitchen
stove and pulled a kettle of boil
ing water over him, scaling him
frightfully. He fingered only a
eo1, bo,,rc on1 1oofh ca1lnd him
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COUNTY OFFICERS.

TSNHIE Es@tE EMa E#N3 .rsG N . -EHr-r
Sheriff. ~. ..,...... John Beck
Treasurer. A. T. Danielson
Auditor. . b. Wing
Clerk Of Court. g.. o. Raugust
States Attorney....W L. Nuessle
County Judge. G. Olgeirson
Sup't. Of Schools. -. H, g. Olson
Register Of Deeds. H. @. Nygaard
Commissioners-Hans Hultberg
Frank Putt and Theo, Taylor.
Surveyor. ....... O.. @. S. Solem
VILLAGE OFFICERS.
President. .... .............. p. M. Ferguson
Alderman .......... .........., ....R Al. Brown
~ II, penn
Clerk...... >. =. ...wI;.iheo. SER
Assessor. q. -. w. \. Jersey
Justice. L.. W. NAilln
Marshall. ....... 80. 80. Joseph Wil!et
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Wanted

Good reliable party to put In
crop It's acres Of barley
and pillow land after cropped
Land Is Z miles north Of
Washburn, ;. on share or
cash. Seed furnished.
Enquire Klein Land Agency.
The meeting of the Pythian
Sisters last Monday evening was
interesting and we'll attended.
The officers now are as follows:
M. b. @. Isabel Merry, E. @. Gun
da Sutton, N. r. @. Hattie Nc
Culloch, M. F. Marie Nelson, NJ.
Bessie Richards, r. S. Nettie
Rohrer, E. J. Mary Bergstrom, P.
Minnie, Raugust, O. g. Alma
VAIL, Organist, Hazel McCulloch.
The lodge is f%ourishing and pros
poets for its growth and improve
ment are very bright during the
present year.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-09-17
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE
E k dR j. r + + < ! + + < f | + :
Little girls learn to bake biscuits. Moor mats. all sizes, all prices. X KNOX.

Little girls learn to bake biscuits.
 D0Or mats. all sizes, all prices. 9NOML1NSON X KNOX.
 Gan you give any information of G. F. Fowler, who was ill your city when last heard of in April, 1899? His scn would appreciate any news Scott Bowler, Brooksvlle, Fla 9 II Ct
 --The only moving, baggage and storage company in Pine Bluff owned and operated exclusively by white people Pine Blut', Moving, Baggage and Storage Company. Both phones S1. S5( I'm
 ---Wanted-Men to learn barber trade, few weeks required, best paying work within the reach of poor man, can have shop with small capital, wages from $12 to $20 weekly. wonder fui demand for barbers. Catalogue mailed free, Meler Barber College, Dailas, Tex. 9 5 Ct
 .-Colored Industrial Institute con ducted by Sisters of the Holy Family. taarding and day school for young fadies and little girls, will open Tues Say, September s. Attached to the in stitute is a select school for boys, ages from to 14. g 5 1Ot
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-09-17
INDEPENDENCE DAY
 IN OLD MEXICO
Yesterday Was the "FOurth of July" Of Our Sister Republican, 1910 Mexico Will Celebrate the First Centennial oi Its Independence by Inaugurating Extensive Public I'm. DrOypmentS.

City of Mexico. Sept. l6.--Witn ali the enthusiasm which the Americans across the northern border display on the Fourth of July the ninety-eightn dependence by the Mexicans over the 1 Spaniards was celebrated today. The festivities began yesterday, the birth l day of President Diaz, and continued through today with many elaborate exercises, which will culmnate to- might with fireworks. iiluminations congress.
 The city is gayly bedecked with flags of all nations, the national stand ard of Mexico. of course, predominant ing. Ill the various foreign colonies the flags of the United States, France, IGreat Britain, Spain, Italy. Germany side the banners of Mexico.
 great military pageant, reviewed by Mexican government officials, the diplomatic corps and other prominent personages, was the big feature of the day. Many games and athletic sports Were scheduled and were witnessed by vast muititudes. The holiday is uni versal throughout the republic, and all business is practically suspended.
 Two years hence, on September 16, 1910, Mexico will celebrate the centen- nia anniversary of it's independence and the occasion will be signalized in a unique manner. It will be observed simultaneously in all the important cities and towns of the republic by the starting of public Improvements which will be of permanent value instead of by an eyanescent exposition confined to one city and soon over and for gotten.
 It is estimated that the average cost of these municipal enterprises will be $lOO,OOo, and the total amount which will be spent on the various projects before completion will approximate $lOO. .000,0 ,0O0. The municipal authori- ties are expected to be prepared to be- gin on the said date waterworks, drainage systems. market places, pub lie buildings or whatever public im- prOvementS may be needed.