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The Prescott daily news., 1909-12-29
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It began at the breakfast table.-Blif-l Hns, had come, down ahead of the| nther, members of the family and now,i buried in the morning paper, he paidl no attention to the noisy greetingsI of his two boys as they romped into' the dining room. f, Mrs. Blifkins "good' morning was received in silence. Thel family was properly subdued Finally. perhaps ten minutes later, Blifkinsi noticed that his wife was speaking to! him.
 Hardly good way to start the day Mrs. Blifkns-swEs7ssying. It's getting to bepagcdstorn. Iknow you're not angry or cranky. but you might as HeA be; the effect is the same Youll never gain the boys confidence that -wayTw.Foura raever Ay.s~.ssith SEE them You're always too Busy, thinking ~cr working, and I can't keep Billy at home because there's. nothing here to amuse him. Why don't you come hsisel early this .afternonn and get ,ac- 9uainted? ; You cans live if YOU, miss your club one afternoon
 So Blifkins went home at three o'clock Billy, AZ Lyears,G and Dick, two. were waiting for him. on the front steps. They began to whoop like young Indians when they saw him get off the carQa Tl9H1 ni tuu 0j E1I'm geing, to play, with you. |, this afternoon, boys Blifkins said. You wait till take off these 'duds and we'n have time. We're going to get acquainted. we are."gf .,,4 no;4e.,e,,
 Fifteen minutes afterward Blifkins had turned an old porch seat upside down in the back yard and was mak- ing it into work bench for Billy and Dick, He next fetched from the base ment a large, tin box filled with all sorts of valuables, such as broken locks, and keys, discarded buckles, bits of wire and other junk It was a treasure box for Billy and Dick, and soon they were exploring it's contents.
 Just then Blifkins' heard more In- dian yells and turned in time to see three boys of Billy's age about to at tack from the rear, over the fence.
 q won't play with you" Billy said. I'm going to play with my papa"
 We'll said one of the boys in per feet good nature. we're going to play @1th you, nTHtsE9 gdj ri 19.frBrJ
 Blifkins didn't desire to offend Bill ly's playlnates He determined to be patient; t'I. don't come home often in the afternoon."- said 50 l wish you'd run home now sanri come back tomorrow. Billy and Dick and r."
The Prescott daily news., 1909-12-29
FOR CONGRESS

We are authorized to announce w s, Good win, Bradley County, as a candidate for congress. from this the 7th District, subjec to the action of the democratic primary. HSs 7 VIZ
The Prescott daily news., 1909-12-29

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The Prescott daily news., 1909-12-29


 none more than five years old. nov appeared, some from the front solne from the rear. They lined up aroune Blifkins and stared at him much a they'd stare at a giraffe of an el$ phant It's lal way children have. frChiidrenSehe, said tBilly and DicA ! here took up their positions near theil father-schildren I don't come homl often in theiafternoon5 so I wish you'1 go home DOW and-isa ,.y Nav ,saidI3f one of the girls b4 gan, but Blifkins interrupted her. Dt4t doesn,t matter what nav said Thsis my house. and wish you'd gt yh9Metfsf -frf0y Qt #
 we want to- play with Billy was the calm rejoinder, 10
 'I don't want you," Billy said, sturd fly supporting his father. No one wal at all offended by Billy's candor.
 Thee arefnle mt fwassheres nterrupte< F by the arrival of Sthree~mores boys Blifkins backyard resembled kinder garten, .. Rlifkins appealed to his wife who had come to the kitchen door. See hers, Martha."" be said q
The Prescott daily news., 1909-12-29
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The Prescott daily news., 1909-12-29

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The Prescott daily news., 1909-12-29

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The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
DEEP COUGH
CURED m FIVE HOURS.
New Homemade Syrup.
(Cut this OUT
From Boston Post.

Progress in medical compounds
never ceases, and now 1t Is stated by
n prominent medical man that any
deep-seated cough or cold on the
lungs can he actually cured in FIVE
hours by the clock Opium or NOR
phine have been rcsorted to in the
past, as relief measures. But now II
is learned that the system must be
treated to rid 1t of Inflammation and
congestion. a tonic laxative cough
syrurp does the work so quickly and
thoroughly as to be almost magical
What heretofore has taken weeks to
cure can be accomplished in hours
Get this formula filled or mix II at
home and always keep II on hand:
One-half ounce fluid wild cherry
bark, one ounce compound essence
cardiol and three ounces syrup white
pine compound. Shake the bottle and
take twenty drops every half hour
for four hours. Then take onehalf
TO one tcaspoonful three or four times
day until the system is purified and
toned up. Give children less according
TO age, One filling will usually cure
a whole family, as the dose is small.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
SKIN ROUGH AS BARK.
Baby Boy Had Intense Itching Humor
Scratched Till Blood Ran.
Found a Cure In cuticura.

"Our son, two years old, was afflicted
with a rash. After he suffered with
the trouble several weeks / took him
to the doctor but It got worse. The
rash ran together and made large
blisters. The little fellow didn't want
TO do anything but scratch and we had
TO wrap his hands up to keep him
from tearing the flesh open till the
blood would run. The itching was in.
tense. The skin on his back became
hard and rough like the bark Of a
tree. He suffered intensely for about
three months. But / found a remedy
In Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Oint.
ment. The result was almost mag
ical. That was more than two years
ngo and there has not been the slight.
est symptom of 1t since he was cured
J. w. Lauck, Yukon, Okla, Aug. %
and Sept II, 1908"
Potter Drug 4 Chem. Corp, Sole Props, Boston
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
For DIN PEOPLE

After reaching the age of forty the
human system gradually declines. The
accumulated poisons in the blood
cause rheumatic pains in the joints
muscles and back. These warnings
should be promptly relieved and serl.
Gus illness avoided by using the fol
lowing prescription which shows won
derful results even after the first few
doses and It will eventually restore
physical strength.
zone ounce compound syrup OF
Sarsaparilla; one ounce Toris com
pound; half pint OF high grade whis
key. This to be mixed and used in
Tablespoonful doses before each meal
and at bedtime. The bottle to be we'll
shaken each time" Any druggist has
these ingredients or can get them
from his wholesale house.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

China has made another advance
toward liberal rule. The government
is prevaring plans for electing an i'm.
perlal assembly, which will consist OF
an upper and lower house A mum.
Der OF provincial assemblies are al.
ready In existence, and they are Civ.
ing hearty support to the govern.
ment's progressive policies, including
the suppression OF the opium traffic
The new regime in China seems TO
have made fair start.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
Good for the Nerves.

At recent archery tournament in
London 300 women took part in the
contest, the game having become very
popular. 1t is recommended by Lon
don physicians as splendid for the
nerves. American women have never
taken very kindly to the sport, but the
renewal Of interest abroad may effect
q change In this country.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
NE HAD HIS TROUBLES, TOO
Physical lnfirmity Alone Prevented
Man Joining His Companions
In Misfortune.

II was married mars night at the
revival meeting.
Let all you husbands who have
troubles on your minds stand up"
shouted the emotional preacher at the
height Of his spasm
Instantly every man in the church
rose TO his feet except one.
All" exclaimed the preacher, peer.
ing out at this lone sitter, who occu.
pied a chair near the door and apart
from the others. You are one in n
million"
1T amt that" piped back this one
helplessly, as the rest Of the congre.
cation turned to gaze suspiciously at
him. Il cant get up; I'm paralyzed."
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
Astonished the Company.

A famous dean was once at dinner,
when, Just as the cloth was removed
the subject OF discourse happened to
be that OF extraordinary mortality
among lawyers. I'VE have lost" said
n gentleman, mot less than six emf.
nent barristers in az many months.
I The dean. who was quite deaf. rose as
! his friend finished his remarks, and
gave the company grace-"For this
and every other mercy. make us truly
thankful"
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Francis, aged IA, was given bunch
OF grapes on his solemn promise not
TO swallow the seeds" Very care
fully he removed them all. and en-
joyed the fruit as child always does
enjoy a new goody. When he had re,
moved the last grape from its cllngIng
place. he handed the empty stalk to
his father.
Daddy" he said, will you send
this back to the store and have the
man put some more grapes on 1T"
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

It Is told OF DR.. Thorold that he was
once asked to give away the prizes at
a school belonging to the London
school board
In the course Of his opening address
he gravely asked the children, (which
was the largest island in the world be
for Australia was discovered?"
When the youngsters gave 1t up. he
said in the same grave way, which
made them laugh all the more, why
Australia, of course; 1t was there al
the time!"
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

1t is not necessary for the young.
sters to read dime novels to find he.
roes worthy OF imitation. The ten.
year.od New York kid" who refused
TO keep quiet when burglars threat.
ened him and who In his night dress
chased the robbers until he landed
them in the hands of the police is far
nearer the real thing than any char.
acter that can be found In cheap lit.
erature. His exploit beat that of the
ordinary Daredevil Dick" clear out
of sight,
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

When n man really loves his wife
he ought to combine all his incest
sentiments toward other women into
one big sentiment for her.
"He should show her the respect he
feels toward his mother; the polite
ness he shows other women, and the
responsibility he feels toward his sis
ter.
ITO all OF that he should add the
great love he should feel for a wife"
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

There does not seem to be any
doubt that the rainy season has be.
gun in the Philippines. Following the
destructive typhoon In Luzon 1S
inches OF rain fell in nine hours and
&c inches in "a hours. There was a
rise of 60 feet in the Bued river This
beats all storm records in that quar-
ter, and also suggests what might be
done In the way of conservation could
that surplus water be stored up and
kept against the need OF dry period.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

One Of the big New York banks
has issued a circular criticislng the
designs Of the latest 500. $40 and IS
gold pieces. saying the coins may be
artistic in appearance but ire subject
to abrasion to an extent which is OBJ,
jectionable However, the average
person into whose possession they
come is not likely to object to the
design so long as he can get enough
OF the coins.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

The scientists have noticed changes
on Mars which convince them that
there has been terrific convulsion on
the planet, one result OF which must
have been to destroy all life. II any
had existed there. Where is the dar.
ing aviator who will make trip
In that direction and ascertain Jus,
what has happened?
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Another indication is furnished OF
the growth of liberalism in China, An
imperial edict has been issued recog.
nizing the forthcoming provincial as,
semblies. These assemblies will ere.
ate the imperial assembly, charged
with the duty Of preparing a constltu.
ton for the nation. This is the first
step taken by the government looking
to actual effort in behalf OF constitu.
tionaism
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

so the jury returned verdict
without leaving the courtroom" said
the visitor.
Yep answered Broncho Bob.
That's the way Crimson Gulch juries
always do nowadays. The boys have
had so much trouble that they stay
where they are instead of taking
chances on getting separated from
their hats and overcoats."
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Princess Victoria Louise OF Prussia
has been appointed colonel OF the
Deaths Head Hussar Regiment. This
has no bearing upon the military sit
uation In Europe. Its point lies in the
fact that the princess can now wear
a hussar jacket with dolman. trimmed
in black astrachan and silver; n fur
bushy with silver decoration; gown
TO correspond.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Now 1t is Bulgaria which is facing a
crisis. The day in which some OF the
governments Of the world do not face
n crisis is very duh one In contem.
porary history.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
Fine Tonic Mixture.

A superior tonic, appetizer and slim
ulant for the exhausted overworked
system is one-half pint good whiskey to
which should be added one ounce com.
pound fluid balmwort and one ounce
compound syrup sarsaparilla. As an
appetizer take n tablespoonful before
meals. AS tonic take after meals
and at bedtime.
Any druggist can mix II quickly.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

A Greek war is deproable, not only
for the blood spilled. but for the cuss.
words 1t provokes in the proofroom OF
a newspaper over the unpronounce.
able names.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

1t is announced that Count zeppe
lin in planning to fly from France to
New York in HIS dirigible. 1t will be
perfectly safe proposition If he does
not do any more than merely to plan
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

An actor in Toronto music hall
was stricken with blindness in the
middle of song II might have been
better all around had his audience
been stricken with deafness.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
JUST SUIT HEX.

Employcr-What we want is night
Waterman that watches-somebody
who can sleep with one eye open and
both ears, and who is not afraid to
tackle anything. See?
Applicant see, boss; I'll send me
wife round.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
No Hobnobblnq,

Mrs. Askit-When she's abroad does
she hobnob with royalty?
Mrs. Nonaught-M Mercy, no! Her be-
haviour Is always extremely proper
Smart Set.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

All the freight cars In the country
are in use, but the loads they carry
have not been marked down so far as
the ultimate consumer is concerned
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Mother Gruy's Sweet Powders for Chill
drcn, used 10y Mother Gray, nurse In
Children's Home. New York, cure Consti-
patton. FcvcrIshncss, Teething Disorders.
Stomach Troubles and Destroy Worms.
1000 testimonials Of cures All druggists.
&c Sample FREE. Address Allen S.
Olmsted lie Roy, n. Y.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
Rebuked,

Clarice-Don't you think that our
fiat is lots nicer than the Browns?
Friend-Tut, tut, Clarice! It's bad
form to match quarters.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

The pemmican that has to be cut
with an AK and the igloos that have
to be built by the iceman will never
become popular in this country.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09
Sufficient Evidence,

Father was evidently drinking
again last night"
What makes you think that?"
"He sassed the janitor when he
came In. "-LOuisyillc Courier.Journal.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Hallcy's comet is beginning to look
brighter, and 10 is general trade in
this country.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Something like 1000 years ago
Greece ruled the world. now 1t can
not rule itself
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Quite naturally that damaging
cloudburst at Tabasco Mex, was hot
stuff"
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

No one has yet detected Halley'a
comet with the naked eye.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Japan has possession OF Korea but
IT is still paying lnstallmcnts on the
purchase price.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Those who care for that sort OF
thing can look forward to a busy win
ter Of pugilistic gossip
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

II takes- woman to tell secret
and magnify Its Importance.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

a girl thinks Il man impertinent II
he tries to ilirt with her and indiffer.
ent II he doesn't.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

In many instances automobile
scorchlng is its own punishment.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Many who used to smoke l0c cigars are now
smoking Lewis Single Binder straight Sc.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Football collisions simply cannot be
prevented.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

Don't believe everything you hear
over telephone wire.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1909-12-09

and wet Is the hfbt step 10 Pneumonia. Take Perry
Davis Painklllrr and the danger Is ayertcd. I'm
equaled for colds, sore throat qunsy &c. Sc and 5Oc
, 1909-12-30

SARAroGA WYOMING Situated on the North Platte River, on the
line of the Saratoga & Encampment Railway. Population 1000
Altitude. 67S5 feet. 1t is the site of the Medical Hot Springs, the
waters of which are a sure specific for all blood and skin diseases,
rheumatism, stomach, liver and kidney disorders. Temperature OF
water 1873 degreese. Saratoga is also the center of the finest trout
fishing grounds in the World. Not only the North Platte River
teens with Rainbow, Brook and Salmon trout, but the numerous
tributaries of that stream ire alive with fish. Saratoga is the
center of an agricultural country of 100000 acres in extent OF
the best agricultural land in the west. The soil and climate are
adapted to the growth of alfalfa, wheat, oats, barley, all kinds Of
small fruits and vegetables. The Saratoga Valley is the finest stock
raising country in the United States. The Sierra Madre range OH
west and the Medicine Bow range of mountains on the east, are full
of copper, gold and silver, which is being developed rapidly. All
of the resources of the valley center at Saratoga, which is certain &c
become one of the greatest towns of the west. For information adj
dress, The Saratoga Board of Trade, The Saratoga State Bank, The
First National Bank, or the Saratoga Sun!
, 1909-12-30
D%ownin9ton Notes
Chas, Plat was over to En-

Chas, Plat was over to Enc
ment on business, this week.
Mr.. and Mra. W. G. Condict
Christmas visiting Beaver I
friends.
Mrs. W. r. Hunter is in Ian
visiting her daughter, Leila, wh
attending the University.
Mr.. and Mrs. Toothaker and !
ly left recently for Fit. ColllD'
spend the balance of the winter
A. G Cunningham returned
Chicago and points east, where :
ness and other attractions called
Let us all start the New Yea
having "a little more love for our
bowman, and a little less pral''
ourselves.
The jolly friends and nefghn'
Beaver gathered at the school y
Christmas eve to view the beau
tree" and listen to a very wen
dered program by the school q
rem. Every one present enlO'7
immensely.
, 1909-12-30

MIR. and Mrs. f. A Rayper /
lined MIR and Mrs F. A. A0d'
and, little daughters, Nellie ana
and Master Frank and Mr. !
mons and little Miss Doro,t- :
Ruth and Miss Roach at a Ch.s.
dinner Saturday.
Miss. Sensintaffar drew ,ho
tiful chocolate set at SCOTS Nil,
81. This is a very fine SET n !,
painted china and Miss S.p.,.,%
was very fortunate in secur;ns
lucky number. The set was .,
at $40. y
Erie Scott aud Roy AiO,,,
came down from Gold Hill last :.
for the purpose OF being home A.,
the holidays. They came tn !
mile on snow shoes, at which /
they were met by Mr.. Ainswo,,tr'
brot on down to SARATOGA \
returned Tuesday to their work !
Magnolia tunnel. !
The editor of the Sun and hi. .
lily enjoyed IA rare treat from
hands of MIR. aud Mrs. Edwin n
ock. They brot some mouutai, d
and elk down with them from ,
Fork, and a generous portion nj ]
found its way to our sanctuu
which kindly remembrance tboss.
people have our thanks. /
Mr.. and Mrs. Edwin Peppo.,
Newfork, Wyo, accompanied
Bert Peck, Mrs. Pennock's bm,l
came over from the north last a,
and are now visiting Mr.. and !
Taylor Pennock during the hold
They will also visit with Mr.. and
L D. Peck, Mrs. Pennock's pal,
on Cow creek.
, 1909-12-30
Railroad Items From I'D the

Road Master, E F Stonehr
went to Denver to spend Chris
with his children aud also to be
selt at the marriage of his /
daughter, which took place then
the 18th. Every one wishes BIZ
Merry Christmas.
Duke Handley, who is with
extra gang, went down to Sam
to spend Christmas with his i
Mrs. l.. E. Tichenor, and her fau
at Saratoga. Don't let the girls
you too hard Duke, and doai
them steal that pillow.
The S. & E. have moved then
ira gang of workmen to Encampu
where they will prepare the gu
for the new round house. This I
good to the engine boys.
Five of the Greeks, who have !
employed for some time on the
E Ry., have received their time
are now looking for another job
company are going to employ A
clan laborers. This looks good I
and shows that the hearts OF the
road people are on the right side
Mr.. and Mrs. Reynolds, Of Sal
ga, have moved to Riverside u
they will be employed for a !
They are hustlers and we wish |
luck and prosperity.
Your correspondent will be al
for a short time. He has been b
than an old hen with 20 cheil
When he returns from the eas|
will try to give you more of the1
OF this region. Wish the Sun |
a Happy New Year.
, 1909-12-30
Notice oil Stockholders Meeting

Notice is hereby given that the an
nual meeting of the stockholders meet.
ing OF the Saratoga State Bank will
be held in their Office at Saratoga
Wyoming, January 10, 1910, for the
purpose of electing directors for the
ensuing year and the transaction of
such other business as may come be.
fore said meeting
g. w. Broadhurst, Cashier
Saratoga Wyo. December 10, 1910
l2-l6-l-4
, 1909-12-30

All persons not having complied
with Section 2 Chapter A of the SEES.
sion Laws of Wyoming for 1909, re.
lating to the re-recording of brands
with the State Board of Live Stock
Commissioners, must do SO at once.
AS all brands not r~e-recorded before
Jan. LIST 1910 will become invalid.
To comply with the above make re-
quest of the County Clerk for IA Cert
flied copy of your brand. Dated
Rawlins, Dec. Bird 1909.
12-9-l2.30 Dee J.Wren
County Clerk.
, 1909-12-30
Saratoga Chips

Mrs.B l.. Fox went down to Mid
way this morning.
Mrs Robert Torbett and daughter
Jessie returned from Rawlins Tues
day. Nj. Torbett is still employed
there at bis trade Of carpentering.