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The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19
Mine Inspector Visit Us.

Mr. w. II. Parenteau, of Central
City, was in the city this week. He is
state mine inspector and his trip here
was for the purpose of performing
his official duties in looking over
some of the mines SO as to
ascertain their safe and healthy
condition. He has been resi-
dent of Gilpin county for over forty
years and nearly all of these years
have been spent in mining during
which he has occupied some impor-
tant positions in connection with tho
the rich mines of that section. Hence
he is competent to inspect = mine and
to make all reasonable allowances for
conditions that are difficult of being
carried out in mine, and not to be un-
necessarily sxacting like many who are
clothed with some brief inexperienced
authority. Mr.. Parenteau carries the
marks of hand-to hand encounter
with 500 pound silver tip bear, in the
loss of an eye, broken nosa, scars -
the head and face and the loss of sew
eral pieces of bone of the scull as well
other injuries received in the apparent
death struggle his only weapon being
a small hunting knife but with scarce
ly any blood loft IN his veins he man
aged to plunge it into the vital parts
of the bear and killed it. He was laid
up for long time and had 138 stitches
taken in his head and face. This hap
pened 27 years ago.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19
EIks Will Celebrate.

The second anniversary of the dedi-
cation of the Eiks club building will be
observed on Thursday, March oath.
In addition to members of B. P. O..
No. 607, a large number of visitors 10
expected from Central City, Denver
and other points. The occasion will be
smoker and an entertainment. II il
expected that there will be sparing
and wrestling stunts Of a high and at
traetive order. There has been no set
programme arranged, but the occasion
will be interspersed with music and
short speeches. The committee on ar
rangements consists of Ed. Schoeikopf,
Jos. Phillips and Jas. b. Dick. Hon.
E. u. Sabin has been selected as toast
master, and this means that there will
be no tagging of interest. Whatever
the Elks of this city undertake is car
ried out in tip-top shape, whether as
sisting in cha ity, showing sympathy in
time of trouble and bereavement, or in
having a good time among their msm-
bers on such occasions as this. Those
members who fail to be present next
Thursday night will miss treat that
they will long regret. The programme
will include banquet of the most APP
petiZing nature.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19
Campbell --MacRae.

A quiet but beautiful wedding cere-
mony was performed by Father Me
Cabe, OF the Catholic church, at eight
o'clock, last Tuesday evening, whereby
Mr.. J. A. Campbell and Miss Margaret
MacRae were united in the holy bonds
of matrimony. This is the elimination
of a friendship formed in childhood days
in Nova Scotia and which has grown
into the warmest affection until
the nuptial VOWS were taken. 1t was
the intention of the contracting par
ties to be married Immediately after
Easter but the groom received infor-
nation that he was liable to be called
to the Pacific Coast for two months
business trip and hence the couple de-
eided to get married before he was
obliged to make this trip. He is
awaiting instructions in reference there
to and expects to get directions any
day to start Mr.. Campbell has been
here nearly a-year q manager Of the
Sanitarium company. Under his di-
rection the new tunnel building has
been built, the long cement walk from
Miner to the building hos been laid and
other Improvements carried out.
Jack is a prince of fellow and has
made many warm friends during his
residence here. Before entering the
employ of Mr.. Merrill ami the Sana-
tarium company he held important po-
sitions with the Canadian Pacific in
the repair department along the line
of the road. He has made good where
ever he has been placed and will contin-
ue to do SO. The bride has been
spending several months in connection
with the Sanitarium and
has also made many warm friendsl
She has relatives residing in Russell
Gulch but her folk in general reside in
the Canadian Possessions. The Sift-
extend the newly married
couple most cordial Fluctuations and
wish them the best Of happiness on the
journey through life.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19
Bean Was Beaming.

The home of Mr.. and Mrs l. A. Bean
on Soda creek was the scene of unal-
loyed mirth and jolity last Saturday
evening. 1t was surprise given to Mr..
Bean and was success. He was, how
ever, equal to the occasion, and after
drawing good long breath, he was
prepared to make the evening one long
to be remembered. There was plenty
to eat and all did justice to the tempting
vlands. There We're games to attract
the attention Of all, and each and every
one thoroughly enjoyed them. The
ladies' first prize was won by Mrs.
Boyd, and Mr.. Grose carried off the
laurels for the men. The BOBBY prizes
were won by Mrs. Carolus and Mr.
Dory. TIE surprising party consisted
Of Messrs, and Mesdames Grose, E. L.
Evans, Dan Mcleod, R. Gibson, Dory
and Adams, Mesdames Woodford, Boyd,
and Carolus, Misses Ruth Carolus and
Pearl bean and Mr.. J. Arvidson. 1t il
seldom that a happier crowd eonvenss
or one that could derive more pleasure
from one evening.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19
HOosac Tunnel on Easy Street.

1t is a satisfaction to the people in
this community to learn that the
Hoosac Tunnel and Mining company
is now out of the hands Of q receiver,
in which condition it has been for sew
eral years. The company is now in
position to push the work on the prop
critics that are located about mile up
Clear Creek from the Central Tunnel
and short distance beyond the Stan
ley Mines The company has a good
showing of mineral in their tunnel and
lateras and it was unfortunate that
it became involved in lawsuits that
necessitated a receiver. In his report
Secretary Henry S. Maddox states
that there is now SO, 705 on hand and
7Sl 900 shares Of stock in the trsa-
sury. The amount of work done since
last July was about SO feet but in the
near future it is expected that the
work will be resumed and pushed
with energy. There has been some
excellent ore taken out Of the workings
and with the right kind Of development
and good business management it will
become one of the profitable shippers
of the district. In his report the fol-
lowing statement appears.
"The District Court for the City
and County of Denver, State of Colo
RADIO, on February sth dismissed the
receiver, Hamlet j. Barry, from the
charge Of The Hoosao Tunnel and
Mining company. The management of
your company is now in the hands OF
your Board of Directors.
THE receivership has accomplished
the following for the stockholders:
'First-The appointment of the re-
ceiver came just in time to prevent de-
signing men securing control of the
company by the Hoosac pool obtaining
possession of the ficticious stock.
| .Second-The receiver has turned
back into the treasury, some 800, 900
shares of stock, which at an average
price of 25 cents per share amounts to
$S2, 500.
'Third-The receiver has secured the
eanc sllation from various persons, Ii
hilities debts of this company to
the amount of some So. 900.
Fourth -The receiver has procured
judgement from Pierce Underwood
for SIT, 900. 1t is the opinion of we'll
informed persons that this judgement
can be collected.
The receivership has cost as follows:
Received from the stockholders for
the receivers expense fund S. 1863. so;
received from the company for rent of
power plant, 5000; balance due the re-
ceiver and his attorneys, Of the
amount awarded them by the district
court, So, 800.
Total being the amount paid for
court costs. travelling expenses, ex-
pense of securing evidence amount
awarded the receiver, his attorneys,
etc, SO, 1863. so.
For this So, 1863 80 the receiver has
secured assets worth $l04, 600. This
is based on the assumption that the
$1,000 judgement will be collected.
No cash has as yet been recov-
cred
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19
News of the Schools.

StPatrick's Day was observed by a
majority Of pupils and teachers of our
our school, The inevitable green was
every where. in evidence .-In
the high school during the assembly
period, Mr.. Neupert in talk referred
to Ireland's great men of the past and
present. A number Of appropriate
songs were sung and Irish stories re-
lated by both Mr.. Neupert and Mr.
Ripley
1t is with peculiar pleasure that the
members of our high school look for
ward each Friday during our assembly
period, to the coming Of Rev. Father
McCabe, who is giving US series Of
talks on early American history. These
talks are Of es peeial value and interest
because they touch on topics of vital
Importance which are not fully dis
cussed by the usual textbook on his
tory used in the common schools.
The Spring meeting Of the Clear
Creek Valley Teachers Association
will be held in Idaho Springs, on Fri
day and Saturday, Apr. 29 and 80. Mr..
c. S. Birkins is this year president of
the association.
The executive committee has ar
ranged for q two-day session beginning
on Friday afternoon at O'Clock. The
regular sessions will be held in the
assembly hall, while the contest will
be held in the opera house. The con-
test is to consist of a debate, and
declarations by the 7th and Sth grade
pupils from all schools Of the district
The girls of our high school have chal
lenged the girls of Golden high school
to a debate but as yet have received
no reply to their challenge.
During the past week, during the
assembly period, our high school pu-
pills have engaged in an amateur de-
bate. The subject chosen was the
policy of prohibition. The debate
was opened on Monday morning when
Mr.. Ripley supported the affirmative
and Mr.. Neupert the negative. The
rest of the week the pupils and other
te eachers stated their views and some
very interesting and amusing speeches
were made on both sides of the ques-
ton.
Miss Margaret Lynn of the class Of
'09 is spending her spring vacation
here She visited our schools on Thurs
day. Margaret is enthusiastic over her
work in the State Normal at Greeley
which school she thinks the only one
for any person wishing to engage in
the profession Of teaching.
To-day at ono O'Clock, the girls Of
the domestic science department en-
tertained at luncheon all the teachers
of the school district NJ 5. 1t was a
St. Patriek's day luncheon and much
credit is due the girls and Miss Con-
verse our domestic science teacher for
the dainty and appropriate manner in
which the luncheon was served.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19
Death of q Pioneer Resident.

The death of Mrs. James Weeks oc-
cured at her home at 3 O'Clock Tuesday
merning. Her passing away was not
unexpected, for during the past several
months, she has been in precarious
condition. Everything that faithful
and loving husband could do through
medical aid and careful nursing was
done but all in vain. Her death was
due to tumor of the brain Mrs. Week .
maiden name was Miss Nellie s. Fisher,
and she was born in the state Of New
Hampshire 81 years ago this coming
July. She came to Idaho Spring in
1876, and was married to Mr.. James G.
Weeks in May, 1888 In addition to
her husband, she is survived by two
brothers who are living in Arizona.
During her life here she was promi
nent member of the Presbyterian
church, and also belonged to the order
Of the Maccabses and was . prominent
member of the Social Etics club. She
numbered among her friends and asso-
siatss some of the leading citizens Of
ludLlO OpElnkD, 8uu uOI ucAtu Will icAVo
. vacancy in social, church and frater-
nal circles that will be difficult to fill.
The funeral services were held from
her home yesterday afternoon amidst
the sympathy Of many warm associ-
ates, and were conducted by Rev. F.
w. Willman. Many floral tokens Of
esteem and regret were bestowed.
Andrew Morelli and Co. are working
their lease on the Blue Bird mine up
Soda Greek just north of the r. g.
Group and west Il the Coming Nation.
The property belongs to Moscript and
Richardson. For number of feet the
workmen have been following . good
streak of ore with promising results.
This property was formerly held under
lease and bond by Richard Staley who
spent considerable money in making the
large amount Of development work that
has been done. The ore is reported to
run as high as $500 per ton and the
.unnel is in about 400 feet.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

One Of the deputy state boiler inspec-
tors was in the city this week. His
name is Joseph Humphrey and he is one
of the official beneficiaries of the recent
financial boiler explosion that Rhoady
Kennehan showed up to be unsafe for
public good.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19
Death of Theodore Wall.

1t is seldom that the passing aw ay of
young man yet in his teens occasions
80 much sadness and sympathy as did
the death of Theodore Wall. Just as
he was approaching manhood's estate,
in the very flower of youth, the grim
messenger. with sickle keen, severed
the brittle thread Of Efe He was
born in Idaho Springs, September Z,
1891. and died at the St. Luke hospital
Denver, March l3, 1910. Sometime
ago he struck his leg while driving a
delivery wagon and at times COM
planned of its soreness which at times
caused more or less debilitation.
Thinking that a change would prove
beneficial he went to Denver but be-
came worse and was taken to the hos
pital where an operation was per-
formed for appendicitis. The cause Of
his death was perhaps traeeable as
much to the condition Of his leg as to
the disease for which an operation
was psrfor med. After much suffering
he died about midnight last Sunday.
During his illness his mother was his
constant companion and everything
possible for n mother to do was done
for Theodore. His remains were
brought here on the Monday evening
train and large crowd gathered at
the depot to show the esteem in which
he was held. There were old people,
middle aged persons and many of the
school children and his associates.
They were not ther. for curiosity but
in accordance with genuine sympathy
and many eyes were overfiowing with
tears. His remains were taken to the
home of Mr. Wall on Colorado street.
His burial took place from the Pres
byterian church on Wednesday after
nooh and the services were conducted
by his former pastor, Rev. F. w.
Willman, assisted by Rev. D. X. Rob-
srts of Denver. He joined the Presby-
terian church at an early age and was
an active member of the c. E. So
ciety. During the past five years he
was employed by the Edwards Broth
ers and all his actions towards his en-
employers and the patrons were char
actsrized by that modest courtesy,
quiet attention to duty and gentleman
dsmsanor that made him general ia
vorite with all with whom he had such
business relations, while his circle of
friends was very large. This was
shown by the crowded attendance at
the church, perhaps the largest that
ever turned out in this city to show re-
'spect for the memory of youth 1t
is also true that seldom at the funeral
Of anyone has there been a greater
abundance of flowers. No better
spitaph could be inscribed than the
statement, "He never spoke an un-
kind word to his father or mother. -
Surviving him are his parents "Curley
Wall and wife, one sister, Theodosia
and two brothers, Albert and Robert.
He was buried in the Idaho Springs
cemetery In their hour Of sorest
affiiotion the members have the sin.
cere sympathy of numerous friends
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Mrs. Charles Barron was taken to
Denver this afternoon to the st. An
thongs hospital. For number of weeks
she has been lowering between life and
death at her home up Spring Gulch. 1t
was considered advisable to take her to
the hospital where she could have bet
ter opportunities towards recovery.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Sprague Stewart. after spending
several days in this city with the home
folks, returned to Denver on the after
noon train Sunday.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Mrs Howard Evans spent several
days in the city the fore part of the
week and was entertained by her nu-
merous friends,
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Sam McGinnis has added couple of
fine teams to his large livery bust
ness. He is determined that nothing
but the best to be had will suffice for
his patrons in the way of conveyances
and horse flesh and is equally deter
mined that the service shall be up to
the best possible.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Station Agent Ream, who has been in
charge Of local Colorado & Southern
affairs for some time has been given a
vacation and will go for visit to Mis-
souri, friends the first of next week. He
viii be succeeded here by G. w. Osborn
who has been holding down a trick at
Utah Junction for several months.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Col. John J. Roche, secretary
treasurer of the Rocky Mountain
Fuel company, of Denver wss in the
city over Sunday enjoying this salu-
briouS climate.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

c. A. King and family last Tues
day received the pleasing intelligence
of the birth Of = daughter to Mr.
and Mrs. Ernest M. Clayton. the
happy event occurring at Lswistown,
Montana.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

w. H. Blair, the harvard merchant,
went to Denver this morning to spend
Sunday with his city fisrnds.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Mrs. c. l.. Lamb went to Denver the
first of the week where she visited for
day or two with friends.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

A. H. Roller was visitor to tn,
state capital this week.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Lee Shelp has been placed in charge
of the city team temporarily. No
doubt he will be confirmed by the coun-
Gil at the next regular meeting.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

The Shakespeare Club will meet a
the residence of Mrs. Royal r. era
ham, Tuesday evening. March 22nd.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Mrs. N. A. Short visited with her
relatives for couple Of days the first
of the week.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

President W. l.. Bush Of the Firs
National bank made trip to ths
valley the middle of the week
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Ed. Rowse and son went to Arvada
this morning to spend Sunday with the
family of b. A. Potter.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Mr.. G. H. Chase and A. J. Rowell,
of Denver came into this atty Thurs
day evening to look over their mining
investments. Mr. Chase il interested
in several properties in camp.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

L. Mclean, the photographer and
mining man was called to Denver on
mining business last Wednesday,.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

w. T. Dumbleton. prominent min
ing man of Denver, was in the city
Thursday. He made a trip to the
Almaden mines.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Fred Nye, of the Banner sompan
was called to Denver Thursday on ac
count of the death of Mrs. Nye's
mother.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Assaysr w. L. Shaffer trans aztec
business in the chief city for a da,
the middle of the week.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

P. G. Pranold. the plummer. went
to Denver Wednesday to purchase
supplies and to hook after some con-
tracts.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Guy Stumm went to Denver Thurs
day on company business.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

George keyee, the contractor, went
to city on the early morning flyer to-
Jau
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Joe Meyers, of the Mines Supply
company was called to Denver the
first of the week on business con-
nected with his establishment.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

L. E. rassatt, alderman from the
fifth ward, is treating his house in
Grass Valley to coat O. paint. The
knight of the brush is James Hum
phrey
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

C. f. Helm, large contractor of
Denver, arrived in this city Saturday
evening and returned Monday morning
He is interested in mining in this dis
trict and has been for many years.
He has an extended acquaintance in
Idaho Springs and outlying sec
tion.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Colonel Moore and j. J Hoban drove
to the property up Fail river that the
Colonel is developing, on Thursday on
trip Of inspection of the work
ing.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Robert Wall came up from Denver
Tuesday to attend the funeral of his
brother, Theodore. Bob is now en-
ployed by the G. & S., in the Denver
yards.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Mrs. John Atcheson was . visito r
to Denver this week.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

The patronage of the tunnel baths
is gradually increasing and crowded
attendance is anticipated when the
real tourist season has opened up.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Don't forget the lyccum entertain
ment that will come off on the evening
of April 6. 1t will be good. Keep
your eyes open tor the programme and
public announcement. Don't stay away
and then weep when you hear your
friends tell of the good time they had
at this entertainment.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

An adjourned meeting of the city
council was held Thursday evening and
the contract for the moving of the three
buildings at the park was awarded to A
E. Ross. MIR. Ross will move the build
ings to his lots in the west end of town
and will convert them into residence
properties.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

The city is being treated to season
of street cleaning and the job has not
been commenced any too soon as the
accumulations of winter had filled the
cutters in some places nearly on a
level. With spanking new team and
good help chief Ives is pu hing this i'm
portsnt work during these spring like
days.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Mrs. r. R. Graham visited with De n
yer friends to-day.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Articles of Incorporation of the Gold
Wave Mines company were filed with
the secretary Of STATE on Monday.
The company is capitalized at 500, 900.
The pames of the incorporators are J.
w. Boyd, William Osborne, and c. A
Osborne, the latter two of Denver.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

In sinking the shaft on the Park
Claim of the Highlander group located
up Virginia Canyon, a strong foot of
solid lead ore has been opened up at a
depth of about 12O feet that is getting
better as sinking continues. Some of
the lead runs as high as 72 percent
while the lowest runs nearly so percent
There is fair showing Of gold and
silver values. full carload shipment
will be made about the 2sth of this
month.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Marchington, the photographer, dis
tributed the trefoil shamrock on st.
Patriek's day to hundreds of people
who called at his place of business. He
was surprised to find out that about
every child and young person in the
city was Irish on that occasion not
with-standing their brogus indicated
some other nationalities. Young
America can do anything in an emer-
gsncy or when there is = point to be
gained.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-19

Billy" Lamb was in the city the
first of the week dispensing some
bright rays Of social sunshine and re-
ceiyng the joyful handshake of many
loyal friends