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Cañon City record., 1910-12-15

A verdict OF mot guilty was reach
ed by the jury in the case of Petro
Salvo, accused of the murder of Tony
Battista, at $50 o'clock Friday night
and district court was convened a
few minutes later by Judge Cham
pion to hear the result of its deliber-
ations. After court had been declar-
ed formally opened by the sheriff,
Judge Champion asked the jury if it
had agreed upon a verdict, to which
an affirmative reply was given, and
it foreman. H. S. Maddox, handed to
the district clerk its findings, which.
upon being read, was found to con-
tain the words, I'VE. the jury, find the
defendant not guilty as charged in the
information
Although able to talk fairly good
English the prisoner did not at first
comprehend the meaning of the YER
dict and it was explained to him by
his attorney, Gen. Maupin, whereupon
his face, which had shown no emo
ton during the trial, flushed percep-
tibly and a general relaxation of the
tension to which he had been subject
ed since the calling of the case for
trial took place. 1t was evident from
the pleased look on his countenance
that a great deal of anxiety had been
lifted from his mind and that he real
lied that he would he able TO leave
the court room a free man, no longer
haunted by the fear of punishment for
his crime. He walked over to the
jury box and shook each of its mem
bers by the hand. modestly thanking
them for the verdict they had return
ed 1t was plain from his action and
appearance that he was one of the
most delighted and grateful men ever
discharged by court of justice in
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15

Prof Frank w shultis, superinten-
dent OF the grade schools OF Canon
City, has addressed a circular letter
to the patrons OF the schools which
we reproduce for the benefit of our
readers. Prof. Shultis says:
"A few cases OF scarlet fever have
developed among the pupils OF our
schools since September. We are
taking all the precautions we can to
prevent the spread Of this disease.
and we are asking for your cooper
alton
Sore throat. accompanied by fever.
vomiting. and eruptions on the skin.
are the symptoms OF scarlet fever.
VIII you be especially watchfui OF
your children that you may detect the
very beginnings OF troubief
While there is no way to prevent
a person who has been exposed from
taking the disease. there are many
helpful things to do In order to ward
OF sore throats. colds. tonsilitis. and
kindred troubles.
Cleanliness Is OF Fl st -portance
Everyone should hay1 daily bath.
The teeth and mouth should be wash
ed thoroughly with peroxide o: hydro
gen. listerine. or some like prepara-
ton. Do not neglect TO ghrgie the
throat daily. The clothing should be
kept clean; keep the children we'll
supplied with clean handkerchiefs.
Children should be dressed warui-
ly enough TO prevent chilling when
they go out Of doors. The arms and
legs should be dressed as warmly as
the rest OF the body. The amount Of
clothing worn on Sunday should be
practically the same as that worn on
other days. When II is cold enough
TO have heat in our homes. II is cold
enough for children TO wear wrars
out OF doors unless they are taking
vigorous exercise. OveT-dressinR
should also be avoided.
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15
EVIDENCE OF PROSPER
ITY AT COAL CREEK

The Colorado Supply company at
Coal Creek is considering the matter
of building an addition to its store at
that place. Bids for the contract are
now being received. The new i'm
provements will double the capacity
of the concern. This is an evidence
of prosperity and shows that Coal
Creek while it has been rather quiet
for many years. is gradually taking
its place among the thriving mining
camps of the county.
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15

plays hob, but on the whole and in
the sum, we're dog-gone happy that
we come.
On the 21st of December the sun
will cross the Tropic of Capricorn,
which will give the trusts the ball on
our five yard line, one down to go.
They will go over on the next play.
and Mr.. Rockefeller, who is playing
greenback for the trusts this year,
will kick goal The feature of Christ
mas will be that Mr.. Roosevelt won't
have any. He isn't taking any chances
of Santa Claus even handing him any
thing else this year.
Our Mr.. Morgan will revert
To hanging up his spacious shirt,
And tying up the tail to pot
Whatever Santa Claus has got
o woe is us, How tough 1t is
To hang our stockings under his!
But faith is hope, and hope is trust.
And some day the tail will bust,
AS many things have bust before,
and bingol on the parlor floor will
go the Christmas odds and ends with
which his catch-'em-all distends. The
costly presents and the rare, and
while we all grab here and there for
each his share of 1t the mirth OF
Santa Claus will fill the earth.
Those memory peals which rouse
the dead will wake the echoes over
head, and laughter Favored with re-
proof reverberate around the roof. He
never meant we should pervert the
day with hanging up a shirt. nor ever
thought by any chance. of filling
Rockefeller's pantr,
A sockfull each is all there is. and
woe TO him who takes for his great
er portion, hook or crook, than each
originally took For every person
that descends to tying pants around
the ends. and closing shirts around
the base there is a reckoning to face.
The laws OF Santa Claus are good.
and in the end are what we would
desire they were-that is TO say that
theis is everybody's day. \ single
sock above the fire is all the body
should require. and there before the
glowing log nobody keen to be the
hog.
In such a spirit was II said that all
days are to get ahead except this one.
which was designed for everyone TO
get behind. The merry holidays Will
come. and Santa. sliding on his tum.
will belly buster to the crate. and do
his best. at any rate.
What remains of Congress VIII ex-
change experiences at Washington
during the month. and the man who
sends Mr. Taft the biggest Christmas
turkey Will get n good outside job
around the white House.
Then January will be here.
To cheer us now and then.
And In the glad and newborn year
Wen all swear off again
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15
Foley
kidney
Pills
What They win Do for Yoa

What They Will Do for You
They will cure your backache.
strengthen your Kidneys, cor.
rect urinary irregularities, build
up the worn out tissues, and
eliminate the excess uric acid
that causes rheumatism. Pre-
vent Bright's Disease and Dia-
bates, and restore health and
strength. Refuse substitutes
rsr Saie by All Dru91sts-
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15

Mr.. Thornton II. Thomas OF Grip
pie Creek. arrived Friday evening for
short stay here.
Miss Fannie Thompson, who arriv-
ed in Canon the first OF the week. IL
now helping out in the Patton. Jew
sIry store during the holiday rush.
Christmas is like company: the
people who do the most for II make
the most fun OF II.
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15

ual had happened until she returned
home and discovered the trick her hat
had played her. The article. which
had found a hiding place in her head
gear, was returned to the merchant
the next day with apologies.
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15
Weather Report

The weather report for the Canon
City district for the seven days
ending Saturday, December 10th,
as chronicle dby Prof. Sherwood, To-
cal observer, is as follows:
Date High Low Rain Character OF Day
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15
lrrigating F armers

Australia wants 100 farmers who
understand irrigation, to settle on the
finest and most productive irrigated
land in the world. So you may teach
others, this most progressive Govern
ment offers you an opportunity un-
equalled anywhere. Only small
payment is required and per cent
annually on balance for 30
years without further inter-
esD will pay entire balance
They will at any time ad-
vance you 60 per cent on all improve
ments or payments made, on a is
year loan at per cent. Climate and
products are like those of California.
No frosts, no extreme heat. Good
railroads. splendid markets, good so
ciety. free schools. Your investment
not only safe. but sure to increase
In value very rapidly. Many other
advantages. Write for full particu-
lars and interesting literature to
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15
A SIMPLE SAFE
GUARD FOR MOTHERS.

Mrs. ID. Gf'keson 326 Inglcs Ave.
Youngstown. Ohio. gained wisdom BY
experience. MY littei girl had a Sc
we're cold and coughed almost con-
tinuously. Ny sister recommended
Foiey's Honey and Tar. The frst
dose gave her relieved the inflam-
nation In her throat and after using
only one bottle her throat and lungs
we're entirely free from inflammation.
Since then always keep a bottle OF
Foley's Honey and Tar in the house.
Accept no substitutes For sale by
all druggists.
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People don't regard any sickness as
very serious that doesn't cause them
to take OFF their clothes.
small man always has one wea-
pom he can use against a great big
man: he can talk" about him.
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15
Miller & Williams

1928 Weiton Street. Denver, Colo.
immigration Agents for State Of
Victoria.
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15

plays hob, but on the whole and In
the sum, we're dog-gone happy that
we come.
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15

Try a Record wa.s Al
Cañon City record., 1910-12-15

Then January will be here.
To cheer us now and then.
And In the glad and newborn yea
Wen all swear off again.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

DIR. Jefferson was born at Columbus,
Ga, in 1871. He is a graduate of the
university of Maryland at Baltimore,
Md. and came to Colorado in 1892, re-
siding at Littleton, Colo, for three years
and associated in the practice of medi-
cine with DR.. A D. Macarthur, graduate
of the McGill university. He moved to
Routt county in 1895 and engaged in his
professional duties.
Mr.. Jefferson was elected from his
Representative district composed of the
counties of Rio Blanco and Routt as a
member of the lower house and served
two years. He was also elected from
his senatorial district comprising the
counties of Routt, Rio Blanco, Grand
Summit and Eagle to the senate, serving
eight years.
| At the Democratic state convention
held at Pueblo in 1908, he was the lead
| ing candidate for governor when the first
ballot was taken by the convention HI
was nominated and elected a presiden
tial elector in 1908.
Mr.. Jefferson was registrar of the
state land board from 1909-191O. and vii
probably be reappointed by Governor
Shafroth.
His unselfish service of the people il
his professional capacity. his faithful
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15
NO LABEL ON THIS.

In response to many inquiries relative
to the International Dictionary. sold by
G. q c. Merriam company of Springfield.
Mass. The Journal desires to quote from
a letter from Secretary Merk OF Cam
bridge tMass.) union No. 61:
The Merriam Publishing company of
Springfield. Mass, has the largest part
of its work printed at the Riverside
Press. Cambridge. Mass. which is a nom
union shop. The firm neither recognizes
the union nor will deal with It"
Further comment is unnecessary
Typographical Journal.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15
The Leading State in
Mining and Agricul-
tore IN the West.
GOVERNMENT is DEMOCRATIC

Since the Admission of Colorado into
the union Of states in 1876 (from which
she derives her title of the Centennial
state) it can be proudly stated that no
other state in the Union has made such
marvellous strides In agriculture, mining
and progressive state government. Colo
RADIO is today, and is destined to be in
the future
The greatest agricultural state.
The greatest gold and silver mining
state.
One of the biggest coal producing
states. ~
The greatest Irrigation project state.
The greatest dry farming state.
The state where the finest apples and
other fruits are raised.
And the greatest state for popular self
government in these United States OF
America.
Colorado is one lof the states in the
Union to adopt the initiative and refer
endum as part Of the constitution. The
tide of immigration of the best class OF
foreigners is flowing to Colorado. To
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15
TRADE uNloNlsM.

Two wrongs never did make one right;
II the other fellow does not show that
he knows what trade unionism means.
and overlooks patronizing the labels of
this organization, that is no justifca-
ton for you to initiate his example We
boast that our International is a real
trade union: let us be sure we make
good; we can do so. by eternally and al
ways insisting on getting the union label
on what we purchase. We can not ar
ford to be just card members; we must
be the real goods or nothing-New Era
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

The Pressmen are still on strike at the
News, Post and Republican-not for back
pay-not for an increase in pay-but for
settlement of the differences by arbi-
tration. Up to the present time the pub
fishers refused arbitration, and it will
not be long before the union men OF
Denver will be asked to take hand in
the battle in earnest. The union people
have been divided in the fight for the
pressmen and therefore the strike of the
pressmen has not been made as effective
as it otherwise would.
The three struck papers publishers
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15
CONTINUANCE GRANTED.

The hearing on an application for a
temporary Injunction before District
Judge Greeley Whitford by Attorney
George Manley. for the Denver Rock
Drill and Machinery company. has been
continued until Dec. 81. The summons
was issued for Thursday. Dec. s, but was
postponed until the following day. After
the applicants consumed four days in
presenting their case. the continuance
was granted to the defendants. the Inter
national Association of Machinists. and
every union man and woman in Colo
RADIO. wednesday OF next week the hear
ing Will be resumed.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

than any other one thing, it is possible
for the public to get as good and even
better and more experienced service
from men who come from labor's ranks
than they have SO far received from the
business or professional element of So
ciety.
Since James B. Pearce became secre-
tary of state the department has been
almost revolutionized. He was first
elected in 1908 and reelected in 1910.
Mr.. Pearce is an out and out unionist.
Labor is the final measure of cost and
in well organized society will be made
the standard of value.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15
UNION HATERs
sovcoTrINe BUCKS

1t is charged that the anti-unionists de
sire to infict all punishment possible on
the new management of the Bucks
stove and Range company. on account
of having made peace with organized la
Dor. Recent actions on the part of GER
tain union-hating individuals indicate
that the charges are based on facts.
Therefore. 1t is the duty OF all trade
unionists to keep the general public well
informed of the fact that the Bucks
company and organized labor have set
tied all grievances. and that the relations
between the two are OF the most friendly
and satisfactory nature. In fact, Fred
erick w. Gardner, the present head OF
the concern. has always been OF the
opinion he holds to at present-that col
lectiye bargaining and trade agreements
are the only sureties for industrial
peace.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15
A LAB0RERS' UNION TO
Be CHARTERED SOON
Trades Assembly Asked To Endorse and Appoint q
Committee To observation-disclosures Shy at
Federal Labor Union - Exploiting OF
WORKERS Feared---0ther 1ueIness

the time Of the
aborsrs union Iaborers union The sub
Labor OF
the the Trades and La
central body be read and action requested
eh.rns Of such an would conflict
and solicitors and who might de
Of
of
Of
sunjonbe erecomm Assembly.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

John T. Brooks. the secretary of the
board. was born in Missouri and was in
business in Pueblo. Colo. before his ap-
pointment. He represents the barbers'
union on the board. Philip Strubel. the
treasurer OF the board. was born in New
York City and settled in Colorado
Springs in 1880. Five years ago he came
to Denver and is now engaged In the
barber business. The present board is a
most efficient one and should be CON
tinued In once.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

appointed to his second term by Secre-
tary of State Pearce in 1909 and in all
probability will be reappointed to third
term in April. 1911. Before Mr.. Brake
became the head of the labor depart
ment there was practically no depart
ment. but since he took charge it can be
said that Colorado possesses the best
conducted labor department in the
Union.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

Attorney General John t. Barnett has
been Colorado's foremost attorney gen
eral since Colorado became a state He
was born in the Empire state and has
been in Colorado for over so years He
was county attorney of Ouray county for
two terms and was elected attorney gen
eral of Colorado in 1908. He retires on
January 10, 1911. The state of Colorado
loses an efficient attorney general and
the people faithful servant as the re
suit of his retirement.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

endorse the communication and advise
contributing.
The committee appointed to collect
money for the Los Angeles labor war
reported progress.
The Legislative committee reported
through Chairman Faulkner that on ac-
count of his being out of the city the
committee had not yet drafted the ordi-
nances they we're directed to prepare.
with purpose to initiate and send to
the referendum, IL the assembly SO d.
rected. but he said they would procede
at once.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

Major George NJ. Lee was born in
Wyoming and attended the university OF
Nebraska. He has had a wide military
experience and at present is major in
the quartermaster's department and act
ing chief quartermaster OF the Colorado
National Guard. He was promoted to
major from Troop c, Colorado National
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

The formation OF the Colorado State
Board of BARRIERS Examiners is one of
the results OF work done by organized
labor. Every person who desires to act
as barber In this state must apply and
pass an examination before this board.
1t is power for good, and this year will
turn over to the state treasurer over
5000 after paying all expenses. A. F.
Browns. the president OF the board. was
born in Iowa, and was for many years
In the barber business in Sterling. Colo.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

Roady Kenehan. present state auditor,
was born In ireland and has resided In
Colorado for over 80 years. He was
elected state auditor in 1908 and state
treasurer In 1910.
Mr.. Kenehan's work has only com
menced, and while it is unfortunate that
the constitution prevented his reelection
as auditor. yet in the ONCE Of state treas
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

day Colorado has a population of over
100000 inhabitants, showing the marvel
Gus growth in population since 1876 Col
orado can boast OF the most wonderful
natural scenic formations in the world,
for instance the famous Garden of the
Gods. Too much cannot be said about
so great state as Colorado. The pres
ent state government is politically Dem
ocratic. The present state officials have
shown great efficiency in office. and with
one or two exceptions were all reelected
for second term in November of this
year. Organized labor has won numer-
Gus victories in this state and today. is
one of the chief elements in making Col
orado the empire state of the Middle
West.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

General Chase was born in Michigan
and came to Colorado in 1885. He served
in the infantry in Michigan as a private
and sergeant. Since he came to Colo
RADIO he has been second lieutenant of
the Third Troop OF Cavalry of the Colo
RADIO National Guard, first lieutenant
Denver City Troop, was promoted to
captain, then major Commanding cavalry.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

conscientious, honorable and brilliant
career for ten years as member of the
senate and lower house OF this state, and
his two years close attention to his du-
ties, his irreproachable, successful han
ding of the enormous business Of the
state land office as registrar. all serves
to eminently qualify him with needed
experience as an executive officer.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15
Officials Of the State Of Colorado

N OF m a n y
years ago 1t
was thought and
g e n e r a lily be-
lieved that no
laboring m a n
was competent
to handle the
affairs or busi-
ness Of an i'm
portant state or
national office.
But thanks to
t h e educating
influence of the
trade u nj o n s,
mnra mariana
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

urer. after the experience of the past
two years. he will be able to keep his
eye on the work. and further two years
enforcement OF the public examiner act
will make changes in the states busi-
ness methods that It is estimated will
result in an annual saving to the tax
payers of fully half million dollars.
He has been in the labor movement
all his life and was n delegate to the
last convention of the A. F. Of L.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

Guard. Major Lee is very courteous
gentleman and most efficient officer.
being liked by all. Colorado can con-
gratulate herself in having so efficient
an officer.
United labor bulletin., 1910-12-15

He re-enlisted as a private in Troop c
in 1899 and was elected second lieuten-
ant the same year. He was appointed
by Governor Thomas as brigadiergen-
eral and served as such until Governor
Shafroth transferred him to be adjutant
general OF the Colorado National Guard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-09-01
AIexa,r6ria 6azeffe.
THURSDAY EVENING. SEPT. l
Getting Desperate.

Getting Desperate.
Some of the office buildings in the
large cities are constructed apparently
with the idea that every possible
square foot of space must be utilized
for renting purposes. The corridors
are narrow, the passageways to the
elevator shafts hard to lind and the
stairways located in obscure corners.
There may be fire escapes, but they are
equally obscure, and strange would
not know where to look for them.
The occupants of room on the sew
enth floor of building of this kind.
devoted to the uses of fire and life
insurance companies agent. were sur
prised one day by the sudden entrance
of q wild eyed man who seemed to be
Iaboring under strong excitement.
Say" gasped the intruder. will
some Of you fellows please throw me
out Of this building!
what for?" asked one of the clerks.
1--WE been trying for fifteen minutes
to find way out Of 1t. and can't"
They did not throw him out. but
piloted him to the elevators. and be
succeeded ut last In making bis es.
cape.-Exchange.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-09-01
MHana on Tiaht."

When q smoking car with thirty-hVc
passengers jumped the track. a rail-
road engineer In the car. or duty, yell
ed to the passengers to hang on
tight" and while the car turned over
no one was hurt.
Hang on tight" is good advice In
most upsets. The man who hangs on
tight to himself when his temper IS
upset will get through without hurting
either himself or others. The man
who bangs OIL tight to his earnings
ends with a competence. The man
who hangs on tight" TO his place
when business upsets come generally
holds down his job. The man who
hangs on tight" when encouragement
or even disaster upsets others IS Il
man to be hopeful about, because he
will keep right side up whatever else
turns over.-Philadelphi Press.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1910-09-01
X Is a Wise Child.

An official Of the immigration bureau
at Ellis island told a story OF n wise
little immigrant child.
"a little girl came over In the steer
age in search Of her father, whose
name she gave us. We sent for the
man, and he came and looked ut her
"I can't tell whether this Is Mary
or not said he. 4 haven't seen Mary
since she was baby about three
months old. How can tell, then.
whether this IS Mary or not?
"It was a question we couldn't an
swer, so we looked from him to the
child and from the child back to him.
remaining silent.
FINALLY, when we were all at our
wits end, he looked earnestly ut the
child and said plaintively. Am l your
father?'
And the wise little child answered
quickly, Yes. you are
"And so we made her over to him.
New York Press.