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Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

/ spending a month with Mrs. Walker
on the ranch at Cedar Hill returned
TO Colorado City and Colorado Spring.
this morning.
Mrs. Cornelia Green OF la plata
N. A., arrived on last evenings train
and went to Kansas City, her old
home. for visit OF about month
Mrs. Green has not visited Kansas
City for sixteen years.
Mr.. and Mrs. Bert Brown and family
came down from Silverton last even.
ing to spend few days With Mrs.
browns parents, Mr.. and Mrs. A. r.
Springer. Mr.. Brown goes to the
ranch at Mancos tomorrow. for day
or two.
Inez Keister. 8 years old. was ground
to death by Santa Fe passenger train
In the suburbs Of Denver Tuesday aft
ernoon. while Jennie johnson. ~ wears
old, who endeavored to snatch the
child from the tracks. viii be crippled
for life.
Mr. and Mrs. r. NJ. johnson and
family left on today's eastern for DEN
yer where they will remain perma-
nently. Mr.. Johnson, who was mail
clerk on the Southern for some time
has been transferred and will make
tho run from Denver to Cheyenne.
Marcellino weaselskin ia In town
from La Posta today. Mr.. Weaselskin
is ute, but the family long ago
gave up living In tepee. Weaselslsin
mas lived for years in 'dobe house
on the river near La Posta. The old
stage road passed within few feet Of
the door.
Judge b. f. Houx had a birthday
yesterday. which makes so, a ripe old
nge. While our congratulations are
a day late, they are none the less
hearty, In fact just as hearty as the
Judge himself. If we didn't nnow him
70 be truthful we should say It can't be,
Tor our friend looks younger and Is
spryer than many men who lack his
years by at least score.
The friends OF Mr.. and Mrs. Il. o.
Price. former citizens OF Durango, will
20 Interested to know that they are
low In Denver, guests of DIR. and Mrs.
J. IL. Chadsey. Dr. Chadsey at one
line was superintendent OF Durango
icbools. is now at the head OF the Den.
ier school system and prominent In
educational matters. Mrs. Chadsey
vas Miss Callie Price. Miss Frances
De la Vergne, Mrs. Prices sister. also
veil known here. is now In Trinidad. |
o.
Miss Agnes Ginther, who has been
listing the family of Mr.. and Mrs. |
|ohn Price in La Plata for .he past
hree weeks, stayed over night in Du.
'ango to visit friends. She left this |
morning for Aztec. N. M. where she
VIII spend week or two with Mr.. |
md Mrs, Henry Lepers, before re. |
urning to her home In Chandler, Colo. |
Mss Ginther reports pleasant visit |
md finds Durango exceeds her ex-
'ectation In size and Importance.
o. |
II. II. Clark, president OF the Centen. |
iial School Supply company of Den.
'er, made this office a pleasant call |
oday. Mr.. Clark, who Is well known |
n Colorado, as successful superin-
endent of schools, having been con
nected with the schools of Central
City for many years, will be remem.
pered by Durango people us the con
iuctor OF one OF the best teachers
Institutes ever held here In Durango.
At present Mr.. Clark is not In school
work. though Indirectly connected with
1t, but may return to his old work
IN the near future.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Speer and his corporationists will
control the Democratic state conven-
ton this fall. All the same you will
see Thomas M. Patterson falling in
line and supporting the ticket. The
combination is to have governor who
will stand in with the mayor of Denver
and a legislature that will send
Hughes to the United States senate.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Harry Thaw is as anxious to prove
that he is sane as he was a few
months ago to establish the opposite.
This is a great question in legal
psychology when there is Thaw for
tune to encourage the metaphysical re-
searches.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Because an occasional hypocrite man.
ages to get into office should not
dampen the ardor of Republicans. Just
buckle on the armor and make a more
determined effort than ever. II you
remain dormant the sares will get
away with the wheat.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

England has Semiteetotal Pledge
association whose members are sworn
to abstain from all intoxicating drink
except at midday and evening meals. /"
As no time limit Is set on these pe-
RODS OF refreshment, the temperance
people say the movement is an exag-
geration of original sin.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The denver 11mes in commenting
on the decision of Judge Lewis in
the ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS case was prob
ably voicing its desires as to what
the ruling should be. The News-Times
have been very yellow In this matter
from the start
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

1t is rumored that Mr.. Bryan will
make a large cash contribution to
the Democratic campaign fund. In
1904 the Nebraska Democrats called
for large slice of cash from the party
managers, and the result of this time
ly aid the Nebraska majority against
Parker was kept down to 86,6S2.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

New York City's board of educa-
tion will establish in one of the even
Ing high schools course of training
In salesmanship. In regard to offer
ing articles just as good the course
can be compressed into a single word;
Don't"
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Denver Republican cartoon of Mon
day morning was good one. Bryan
and Kern are at the White house door
applying for admission. In the door
way Is the housekeePer who says all
rooms are taken.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

A noted Mexican writer on scientific
agriculture says that in some of the
states of that country more than half
the seed planted is bad. 1t is a vast
item of preventable loss, and not CON
fined to Mexico by any means.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Within three years the Chippewa
Indians Of northern Wisconsin have
Increased their bank deposits from
$4,000 to $1.0OO.OOO. The red man
In many other parts OF the country
mas reason to join in the prosperity
talk.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Trying to depreciate Colorado State
bank securities in order to get even
has proven dismal failure. The
assets will pay out In full If properly
handled.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Do not let the summer months pass
by without taking a drive into the
country. With the waving fields of
grain. alfalfa. timothy, trees loaded
with apples. etc, the sight is one TO
be long remembered.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Let's keep Jogging quietly along for
a few months, then there is going TO
be decided change for the better.
In fact, there is an improved tone all
along the line at the present time and
by the end of September business in
the United States will have assumed
at least the normal
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Denver made quite record as a
convention city. Visitors were well
housed and provided for in every way
and thousands Of listed rooms were
unoccupied. Ten thousand more peo-
pie could have been provided for with.
out difficulty.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

There are three men working hand
In hand in Durango who would be
hard to duplicate. Each are naturally
antagonistic but they have gone into
deal that is rotten and time will
prove II.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The way to build up Durango is
to send out for your supplies-we
.4ont think. Get In line and be a
POSTER instead Of knocker. Throw
AAds the Morning Knocker.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The United States government has
published the first book ever written
in the language of Guam. In prepar-
ing 1t the compiler had the rare priyi.
iege OF spelling all the words accord.
ing to their sound.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Now York's next highest building
will rise. S0s feet from the curb. 1t
puzzlspSthe public to understand why
an effort Of ; this kind should be
marked down from 1000.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

There is no enthusiasm in the east
over the nomination Of Bryan and
Kern. It's hard to enthuse over two
men who have each been defeated
twice. one for the presidency and the
other for governor OF his state.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

New York state rolled up majorities
OF over two hundred thousand each
time Bryan ran. And 1t is safe to say
that not many of those who voted
against the commoner In the two pre-
vious races will vote for him this time.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Up to this time Governor Hughes
has had on his hands two regular and
two extra sessions Of the legislature,
and still holds his own. though "a new
hand In politics."
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

away the debris from the scene of the
Parsons fire.
Rev. A B. Sanderson of Grommet Is
In town today proving up on his home
stead.
Mrs. Margaret Chase went Sill
vertOn this morning. She expects to
remain about month.
Col. w. II. Williams, one of Aztec's
pioneer merchants, left for Pagosa
Springs today for a rest In cooler
climate.
Mrs. G. w. Kerr and Mrs. George
Isgar and son went to Pagosa Springs
today to visit Mrs. j. l.. Nickel for
a few weeks.
Miss Elizabeth Watson, sister of
Mrs. p. N. Pattison OF this city, ar
riyes this evening kom Denver, on
visit. Mrs. Watson. her mother. will
come later.
B. C. Hampton and bride. who are
visiting Barney's father, Evans Hamp-
tbht Oh th0 n ioiluas uioNt III llOIn lhc
ranch today. ~.
Sister Gabriel, daughter OF the late
w. s. Croke, who has been at the con
vent since her fathers death, returned
to Cripple Creek today.
Three sisters of Mercy, who have
been attending the exercises OF the
retreat held at the convent the past
two weeks returned to Denver today
The heavy rain OF yesterday was
welcomed by every one except those
having hay down. And the haying sea,
son is well advanced. Hard to please
| everyone.
A party OF tourists, James ID. Flood
Miss Elinor Flood and Max II. Schach
ner OF Chicago, started for the Mancos
cliff dwellings today. They will re
turn Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Olson of La
Plata, N. M, left this morning for 9
visit to Omaha. and points In Soutl
Dakota. They expect to be absen
five or six weeks.
Miss Agnes Ginther was las
nights arrival from Canon City, OIL
her way to VISIT Mr.. and Mrs. Henr,
Leepers at Pennington. Miss Ginthe
went down on the Red Apple line to
day. ~
y William Walker and Mira. J. A. Craw
ford. his daughter. who have bea
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The La Plata county farmer can
congratulate himself on water con-
ditions. No farming section In the
state is as well watered as southwest
ern Colorado,
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

A copyright treaty has been agreed
to by Japan and the United States.
II the story writer's can be pacihed
there is no reason why anybody else
should quarrel
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Democrats are counting ON Republic
an disaffection to aid their cause
Up to date no prominent member OF
the party has declared against Taft
and not a single newspaper.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

San Juan county is trifle late in
getting In the harness but by fall the
mines will be running full force the
same as ever and the old time pros
perity will abound. Be Of good cheer
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

La Plata county Republicans have
plenty of good material to fill the local
offices and 1t behooves those in charge
OF party affairs to see the very best
ana strongest men are nominated.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

William Randolph Hearst was the
msinstay Of the Bryan campaigns In
1895 and 1900. Today Mr.. Hearst
says Bryan and Bryan platform stand
ksr nothing.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Murphy processes allegiance to Bry-
an on the surface but has long knife
under his sleeve. Murphy is not go
ing to trust Bryan as head OF the Dem.
Ocratic party.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

A large party of colored people as.
sembled at the depot this morning to
bid farewell to Mr.. and Mrs. F. ID.
Young. Durango's latest newlyweds.
The depot platform looked like fall
snowstorm and the chair car was car
peted with an inch or two of rice. The
happy pair left for Colorado Springs
and other points before settling in
Alamosa, their new home.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The Animas valley is lining the
pockets for farmers with golden coin
this year. Fruits of all kinds are more
than an average yield while regular
crops are going to be bountiful.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

A member Of the British ministry
recommends for statesman in these
times Jobs patience. a saints temper
and rhinoceros' hide. To which
must be added back way to escape
the suffragettes.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The law governing receiverships
should be changed. Creditors should
have some say In the premises. not
Interested outsiders whose only OBJ
~ y To- Gst their nassrs IN the pc,
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mr.. Hearst's party will wind up
the nominations at the end Of July.
Politics still seems to interest Mr..
Hearst in spite Of his poor luck at
counts and recounts.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The japanese are said to be killing
an average Of 200 Koreans week.
Toxic calls this pacificstion, but It has
some resemblance to determination
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

A laugh, like soft answer. turneth
away wrath. and doesn't make you
20 much OF q mollycoddle.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Kansas is calling for 10000 men to
work In her wheat fields. The great
trouble ia that most Of the men who
are out Of Jobs despise wheat fields.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

There is no reason for Colorado to
get into the Bryan camp. Taft IL
sure Of election and the voters Of this
state should be In line with the party
In power. Republicans, remain loyal
to your colors.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

There will be plenty of good sena-
torial timber for Republicans to Sc
lect worthy successor to Teller by
the next general assembly.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Taft policies stand for something.
Show us a policy Of Bryan of eight
or twelve years ago that is standing
today.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20
else
se.

The Allison section of La Plata
Is going to be one of the best In this
southwest Fruit experts pronounce
soil conditions the best for apples and
smaller fruits.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Honestly, take our advice and do
not lose your money betting on Bryan.
Why part with hard earned dough In
such q reckless manner?
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The Herald can be relied on to
give the news fairly and unbiased
Opposition sheets are run as personal
organs.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

So Patterson is visiting Billy B.
Cast out by Speer Patterson is taken
In by the commoner. And this will
be pleasing to Boss Speer.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The press is fair indication Of the
way the wind blows. And the press IL
going against Bryan In all parts Of
the country.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

John M. Waldron advanced sount
logic in his arguments In the Mason
Vanderweide case.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mr.. Bryan will not be officially notI
fed OF his nomination until August IL
And how surprised he will be.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The Brooklyn Egle. the strong
Democratic paper Of the east, is out
against Bryan. declaring he should not
and cannot be elected.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

A Brooklyn physician asserts that
people can get crazy drunk ON water.
The fact remains. however. that people
vAo ~ has vsy seleet something
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The Animas valley continues to b,
recognized as the most beautiful II
all Colorado.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Tammany processes friendship bu
the point Of the carving knife Ii plain
ly visible.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The individual who lives an honest
Christian life has nothing to apollo
gize for.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The hen Is a powerful influence as
q wealth producer for the farmer.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

about six months. He has no family
In Durango. hut some one in the crowd
who claimed to know said he had two
daughters in Minnesota. No cause for
the rash act is known.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mrs. Hugh Kyle OF Pagosa Springs,
who was operated upon yesterday at
Mercy hospital by Drs. Lackey and
Turrell. is getting along very nicely
and is considered out of danger. Mr..
Kyle returned home this morning.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Plenty of Taft money throughout
the country but little Bryan currency.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

The traitors are still busy. Their
time is c<stang.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20
LOCAL NEWS.
iFrom Thursday,s pailrl

Mr.. and Mrs. J. c. Copeland went to
disappointment today for two weeks
outing at the summer camp of Mr.. and
Mrs. J. E. Snyder. Mrs. Snyder is
Mrs. Copeland's sister.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

M. b. Scott and Leonard Boat. who
were In town yesterday to make ar.
rangements for ball game between
Durango and Aztec, returned hons
this morning. While nothing definite
has been decided upon, the boys will
play here a week from Sunday pro
vidiDg there will be large enough
crowd from Aztec to warrant a special
train.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Attorney L. M. Smith OF Birming-
ham, Ala. who has been visiting his
brother. l.. e. Smith of this city. left
this morning for Colorado Springs.
Mr.. Smith says he enjoyed his visit
immensely and we don't doubt II In
the least. We shouldn't be surprised
II he came back before many moons.
Quite party of Durango friends were
at the depot to see him off.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20
(From Fridays Daily.)

away the debris from the scene of the
Parsons fire.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Messrs. Philip and George Runck.
Mrs, Emma and Miss Emma Runck
are Dolores people who stayed over
night in Durango on their way home
from lengthy visit in Alma, Neb.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

John II. Steinle was last nights
arrival from Palmer Lake. He went
to Millwood this morning where two
carloads of machinery have been
shipped for saw mill at that place
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Miss Vance Perkins was an arrival
last evening from Fort Worth, Tex
She left this morning for Pennington
today where she will visit Mr.. and
Mrs, A. b. Mcclure the rest OF the
summer
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Judge C. C. Holbrook was an ar
rival last evening from Farmingtnn
where he has been looking over the
country for a week or two. He went
10 his home at AIamosa today.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Rev. Hall, pastor of the Baptist
church, Golden, stayed over night In
the city and went to Dolores this
morning. Rev. Hall is getting ac
quainted with this part Of the state
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Col. W. II. Williams. one of Aztec's
pioneer merchants, left for Pagosa
Springs today for rest In cooler
climate.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

William Walker and Mrs. J. A. Craw-
ford, Ais daughter. who have been
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mrs. Ed Hudson and daughters, Miss
Stella and Florence, came down from
Silverton this morning to visit friends
Miss Stella will be the guest OF Mis-.
Pansy Redman.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Wyland OF Cor
tez stayed over night in Durango on
their way to Monte Vista and Idaho.
where they have property. They ex-
pect to be absent some time.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Richard McCloud returned last ey
ening from Denver and the conven
ton. o.. the return journey Judge
McCloud came by way Of Glenwood
Springs for a brief visit with his
daughter. Miss Nellie. Her Durango
friends are glad to know that she is
well and happy.
G. A. Selleck lett on this mornings IS
Southern for q vacation trip to Salt
Lake. He may go on to the coast be-
fore returning.
Mrs. G. II. Patterson arrived on the
morning train from Silverton to visit
her mother. Mrs. Croke, and other
friends for a week or two.
Mrs. A. w. Edwards, who has been
visiting her son, A. M. Edwards of
Pennington. for some weeks. return.
ed to her home In Denver today.
DIR. Van Kirk, an old friend of Mr..
and Mrs. l.. e. johnson, passed through
this morning on his way to Janesville,
Wis, Mrs. Johnson's old home.
Dr. and Mrs. l.. 8. Barnes, Rev.
Walton Doggett and wife, and Mr.. and
Mrs. +. C. Gilbert left today for Pi-
edra for a fishing and camping trip.
Mrs. T. Cheely was an arrival from
Hesperus last night on her way to Pa
gosa Springs, where she will visit her
sister. Mrs. M. e. Elkins, for a couple
of weeks.
Mrs. Ed Hudson and daughters, Miss
Stella and Florence, came down from
Silverton this morning to visit friends.
Miss Stella will be the guest OF Miss
Pansy Redman.
Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Wyland of Cor
tez stayed over night In Durango on
their way to Monte Vista and Idaho.
where they have property. They ex-
pect to be absent some time.
Judge C. C. Holbrook was an nr-
rival last evening from Farmington
where he has been looking over the
country for week or two. He went
10 his home at Alamoss today.
Messrs. Philip and George Runck.
Mrs Emma and Miss Emma Runck
are Dolores people who stayed over
night in Durango on their way home
from lengthy visit in Alma, Neb.
John II. Steinle was a last nights
arrival from Palmer Lake. He went
to Millwood this morning where two
carloads of machinery have been
shipped for saw mill at that place.
Rev. Hall, pastor of the Baptist
church, Golden, stayed over night in
the city and went to Dolores this
morning. Rev. Hall is getting ac.
quainted with this part Of the state.
Miss Vance Perkins was an arrival
last evening from Fort Worth, Tex
She left this morning for Pennington
today where she will visit Mr. and
Mrs, A. b. Mcclure the rest OF the
summer.
Attorney l.. M. Smith OF Birming-
ham, Ala, who has been visiting his
brother. l.. e. Smith Of this city, left
this morning for Colorado Springs.
Mr.. Smith says he enjoyed his visit
immensely and we don't doubt II In
the least. We shouldn't be surprised
II he came back before many moons.
Quite party of Durango friends were
at the depot to see him off.
M. B. Scott and Leonard Boat. who
were In town yesterday to make ar-
rangements for a ball game between
Durango and Aztec, returned hons
this morning. While nothing definite
has been decided upon. the boys will
play here week from Sunday pro
vidiDg there will be large enough
crowd from Aztec to warrant special
train.
About 1920 this afternoon Coroner
Lefurgey received hurry-up call tt
lOok affar n man who uas raportad ,1
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mrs. G. w. Kerr and Mrs. George
Isgar and son went to Pagosa Spring,
today to visit Mrs. j. l.. Nickel fol
few weeks.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mrs. Margaret Chase went Sill
vertOn this morning. She expects to
remain about month.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Miss Agnes Ginther was last
nights arrival from Canon City. on
her way to VISIT Mr.. and Mrs. Henry
Leepers at Pennington. Miss Ginther
went down on the Red Apple line to-
day.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

James Caviness and wife Of Man.
cos returned 'ast evening from Ros-
well. ". NJ. where they went to wind
up the affairs Of Ed Caviness, a young
er brother who was shot BY . forest
ranger tAeFs,
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mrs. T. Cheely was an arrival from
Hesperus last night on her way to Pa
gosa Springs, where she will visit her
sister Mrs. M. e. Elkins. for couple
of weeks.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

DIR. Van Kirk. an old friend of Mr.
and Mrs. l.. e. Johnson. passed through
this morning on his way to Janesville
Wis. Mrs. Johnson's old home.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Richard McCloud returned last ey-
ening from Denver and the conven-
ton. o.. the return journey Judge
McCloud came by way of Glenwood
Springs for a brief visit with his
daughter. Miss Nellie. Her Durango
friends are glad to know that she is
well and happy.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Miss Elizabeth Watson, sister OF
Mrs, p. N. Pattison OF this city, ar
riyes this evening kom Denver. on a
visit. Mrs. Watson. her mother, will
come later.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mrs. A. w. Edwards. who has been
visiting her son, A. M. Edwards of
Pennington. for some weeks. return.
ed to her home In Denver today.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Olson of La
Plata, N. NJ. left this morning for a
visit to Omaha. and points In South
Dakota. They expect to be absent
five or six weeks.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Mr.. and Mrs. w. NJ. Tudor, who
have been visiting Mr.. and Mrs. J. J.
Malone OF this city for q few days,
returned to their home In Denver this
morning.
Semi-weekly herald., 1908-07-20

Rev. A. B. Sanderson of Grommet Is
In town today proving up on his home
stead.