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The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20
AkaNa

OF the many plants -that have been
introduced into America, perhaps the
most important 10 sifalfs, Or lucern,
which was introduced into California
by the early Spanish Colonists and
gradually found = natural habitat in
Colorado, where It formA the basis Of
the agricultural industry Of the state.
Under both irrigated and non iirrigat-
ed conditions Of soil, It prodnces the
most luxuriant and valuable forage
known. "a
The production Of alfalfa In Colo
RADIO In the early eighties marked the
beginning Of an important agricultur-
al era. Fed to lambs, alfalfa nets a
return Of sla . ton, not including the
fertilising value of the manure, which
is returned to the soil. The value to
the semi-arid regions Of this staple
food plant cannot be estimated. AL
falfa has proved ..the modern alchem-
list" through whose life-giving ele-
ments Of plant food are conveyed to
the soil, the rich chemical snd phys
ical properties Of which were Inherit
ed from the ages.
While af Fort Collins recently Sec
retary Wilson's attention WAS drawn
to the alfalfa nursery, upon the plats
Of which numerous varieties, ,of alfal-
ia from Arabia, Spain TurkeAsAn and
Siberia are being tested. He was
particularly interested in theS alfalfa
plants growing from seeds furnished
by the United States Department of
Agriculture and that had been
brought to America by Hanson, the
agricultural explorer, who visited
the northern portion Of Siberia in an
effort to secure varieties of the hardy
forage plants Of that region. This
variety Of alfalfa has yellow. flower
and produces wiry, sprawling and
nettsd sort Of plant whose usefulness
and value are well known to the in
habitants Of Siberia. It is drought
resistant and may be found TO be OF
value to our more arid conditions OF
the West. .8
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20
To Burn

Why is 1t to your interest to
buy coal of the Rio BlancO Coal
Co.? First-Because you get
more coal for your money. End
We guarantee the best Oh the
market. 3rd-Money refunded
II not satisfied. 5th-Coal al
ways on hand and loaded for
you. 5th-Mine on main road,
II miles from town. 6th-We
have the largest mine in the
state. 81 It. of solid coal, and
near 1000 It. of entry. We can
afford to do better by you be-
cause our coal costs only half
as much to mine as other coal
in the county, and we sell twice
as much. Don't be deceived by
anyone-leave orders at office
Office with Jones the Jcweler
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20
The Big "YelIow Fellow"

On Thursday Fred Riley, Of the
Riley-Merritt company started out
with his "Big Yellow Fellow" thresh-
Ing machine.
The Little Beaver dry farm wheat
and other grain will be attended to
first, after which other sections will
come In turn.
For this season Fred has selected q
fine crew, as follows:
Law Cure, separator man; Jim
Wickard, A. M. Kinney, Ed. Muir
ray and Pete Baker, pitchers; and
--- Knittle. water man.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Ex-President Roosevelt received a
hard blow this week when he was
turned down by the regulars for
the chairmanshIp Of the Forthcoming
Republican state convention of New
York. The strenuous One" is
wrathy, and now declares himself an
''insurgent" Had he won out In his
fight he would have continued busi-
ness as . regular"
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Frank Sheridan ana Eo. WliOer
were chief engineers of dance.
A Sunday school was organized un-
der che presidency Of George s. Allse-
brook. Among others who had a
hand in the matter were: Mrs. s. M.
Miller, Mrs. Harry Goff, Mrs. w. II.
Clark and w. H. Clark.
Down the river, Dunk Blair was
harvesting fine crop of oats and hay.
1T was also noted that the wolves
had got away with Mr.. Blair's fine
cat.
J. w. Sprague had killed a large
black bear at the mouth OF Piceance
creek and raked in a liberal reward
for the act from John p. Thomas,
who had gotten tired of providing
his bearship with fresh mutton.
John Daum and family, Of North
Elk Creek, arrived from Leadville.
They came to stay.
w. H. Clark had surveyed several
ranches in the vicinity of the forks
of the White river.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20
High School Notes
Progress is being made in the pro-
posed county high school building.


A rumor went abroad Thursday af-
ternoon that the high school board
had engaged Mr.. Hale as principal
for the ensuing.year.
This action Tor alleged action) was
the cause of good deal of adverse
comment Thursday afternoon and
evening, but when questioned by the
HERALD scribe, yesterday, as to the
truth of the matter, Mr.. n. Ohland,
president of the board, replied that
as yet no principal had been engaged.
In view Of the almost general oppo-
sition 10 the unemployment OF this
man Hale, 1t il hardly likely that the
board will again engage him.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

The Craig Courier reports that
Pierce 4 Reef have purchased all hay
available In the Routt county market,
preparing for the coming winter.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Mr.. Justice Sanderson had a bunch
of minor malefactors before him this
week. Mr.. Sanderson also sat In some
civil cases Of more or less import
ance. All of which goes to show that
things are moving in legal chambers
and that the Blind Goddess has
something to do.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

The Methodist Ladies' Aid society
gave box social In the park, Thurs
day evening, which afforded consid-
derable fun and netted some cash for
the cause of religious uplift.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Rev. Dean expects to leave, Aug
ust 18th. for Fort Morgan, to attend
the conference, which will be held at
that place. He expects to be gone
about two weeks.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20
At the primary elections held in
California last Tuesday, the "Insur-
gent" Republicans won out

Tom Patterson started in to be gov
ernor when Waite was elected, but
the "old man. wouldn't stand his
work; however, he has made quite a
success Of hypnotizing Honest
John.''-Durang6 Democrat.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Mrs. Ella Watson is getting mater
Ial on the ground, near the school
house, preparatory for the erection
of q neat residence.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

A Snap-In Ranch Properly
The Niblock ranch, on Flag creek,
ono Of the finest In the county, is fol
sale ct $3.50 per acre. See John J.
Ntblock, 1t Meeker hotel.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20
Only the light Of love can drive the
darkness away from our hesrts.
Nothing can permanently obscure
the great blue sky Of the world.

The trouble with many who boast
Of being square is that they have 80
many angles
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Rev. Mr.. Dennis has been III for
the past week. A general break
down.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

The prospects for winter feed are
said to be very poor in the Browns
park region.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Preaching morning and evening at
the Methodist church, Sunday, Aug.
2lst. J. A. DEAN, Pastor
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

A man always comes to . stand
still when he thinks he occupies an
sxisl position in the universe.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

"Anna'' was here at the head of
bunch of ColOrow braves.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

F. H. Clark, special Representative
OF the White-Bear Land and Cattle
company, is due to pass through here
today with party of Kansas people
desirous of seeing the White river
country.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

The question of opening the public
school was under discussion.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20
A Fine Ranch At a Bargain

The L. N. Boner ranch in Powell
park, for sale 'st ts5 per acre; 900
acres; all under water and plenty Of
IL; land all under cultivation. Poo.
health Of owner necessitates sale.
Inquire Il N. Bbner, OF 1t this once.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Have your harness repaired and
oIlsd. Hartke 4 Sheets will do the
~ - - e.-sa'a-s ~
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

George Platt, son of the late Sena-
tor Platt of New York, and Fred E.
Egan, Dublin, Ireland, came in on a
hunting and fishing trip. Charley
Won Brands was showing the boys
the beauties of the country.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Receipt of the new coast to coast
map issued by the ID. Il r. G., Is here
by acknowledged. The fundamental
value OF the map lies in the fact of
Its containing a complete routing OF
the d. 4 r. G. r. r., and the new
Western Pacific railroad, making q
direct connection through to the
Pacific coast. The new line from
start to finish has been constructed
regardless OF cost, and the rOadbed is
perfectly ballasted, and heaviest rails
used; all steel coaches, electric light
ed, and the most modern Pullman
sleeping cars are provided for its
passenger traffic. In the matter of
scenery the WesternPacific rivals Its
sponsor, the Rio Grande. The new
road is an important factor in the
transcontinental situation, offering
q Western coast outlet for the Bur
llngton, Rock Island and Missouri
Pacific systems.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

. The Fifteenth Annual Racing Meet
Of the Glenwood Springs Racing as
sociation will be held at Glenwood
Springs Colo, September Z, 8, 8 and
10, 1910. 5000 will be given as prizes 8
in horse races, broncho busting, relay
races and other such like events.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20
TWENTY FIVE YEARS AGO
lFrom The Herald of August p. 1851

[From The Herald Of August y. 1851
In our ''Twenty-five Years Ago."
last week, we missed w. F. Hossack.
Here's an old friend we wouldn't In
tentionally miss on any occasion.
Mr.. HOssack and family were In
Meeker when THE HERALD outfit
pulled In. The J. H. Beard family
was another oversight. The Boards
came In prior to 1888.
THE HERALD would be glad to
have all the settlers now in Rio
Blanco county Tor moved elsewhere)
who came In during and prior to
1888, send In their names. It is time
we were getting up the roll Of a pio-
neer society.
Perry Spurlock was In the White
River valley in 1888; went out and
came back with the Tom Watson
store outfit about the end OF '85.
In the issue Of August y, 1885, 1t
is recorded that:
J. c. Friend, editor Of the Rawlins
Journal, paid his respects to THE
HERALD.
That q Ute pony died as result
of being loaded too heavily with deer
skins.
District court was in session at
Glenwood, with Judge Goddard pre-
siding. The late Judge Hazen was
foreman of the grand jury, aud the
late P. p. Harp, clerk.
Rangely notes show that Hill 4
Coltharp were preparing to build a
new store. This pioneer Coltharp
was the late William, brother Of J H.,
and died at Vernal some years ago.
A road was being built up Douglas
creek to Grand Junction. 1t was
also noticed that Charley Hill had a
fine garden of watermelons.
Piceance notes record that Breene
and Taylor had arrived with cattle
from the South Park. William
Cav had Also arrived WITH me
bunch OF cattle from the Park. Much
grief was expressed over the death Of
the Reigan boys. 1t was noted that
Piceance had over forty outfits
(cattle), said to average five persons
to each outfit, and a postoffice was In
great demand.
J.W. Sprague, John Mckee, Ar
thur Critchlow and George s. Witter
were In from Piceance.
| A local item notes: "H. ]. Miner,
wife and family, arrived in town,
Thursday, from Michigan. Mfr. Miner
has accepted position with J. w.
Hugus & Co."
George Platt, son of the late Sena-
tor Platt of New York, and Fred E.
Egan, Dublin, Ireland, came in on
hunting and fishing trip. Charley
Won Brands was showing the boys
the beauties of the country.
"Anna'' was here at the head OF a
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

FoR SALE-Red Spruce Bull-Rake
teeth, at the lumber yard:
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

A local item notes: "H. ]. Miner,
wife and family, arrived in town,
Thursday, from Michigan. Mr.. Miner
has accepted position with J. w.
Hugus Il CO.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

Frank Sheridan and Ed. Wilber
were chief engineers of dance.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

NV. Sprague, John Mckee, AR
thur Critchlow and George s. WitteI
were In from Piceance.
The Meeker herald., 1910-08-20

$500 to $500 Boys and Girls
Shoes, your choice for $l.50
Shirt Waists, l-3 off regular price
Straw Hats, l-2 off regular price
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1910-04-24
By William { Bennett

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~ The General TONED The
GATHERING arrll profound s-
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General sherman"
aN. answered -re veu1rete- with happy
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L --- F---.. r. .....-y..s The LAWYER. Hruasl
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g-,...- f. 81. n r,.a-a.ra''
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- .t--. .ra--t .,--a- As "a member - nav ur.-
E.-.-- r-.+ fe need not proclaim Guy short
1900 81 80. vy.-I.
SIMILAR a1eeEate s Told ~ Robert
- smith brother of Sydney smith and an
advocate General. Du one occasion le en-
.raUrs. IA .rLrlTltIlE .L4 fIl.h.l.la-- .atI
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

The continued cold weather of
the past ten days and the lack of
sufficient moisture has prevented
cotton from coming up. Where
the land has been thoroughly
narrowed, however, there are
good stands and the value of
light narrowing just before seed
comes out of the ground has been
demonstrated during this dry
weather. The farmers, however,
are not discouraged, although
there is as little crop now as is
ever found at this season. The
land has been thoroughly pre-
pared and as soon as there is a
rain the crops will grow off very
rapidly. Corn is in much better
condition than cotton and there
are good stands Of it. A lar
ger acreage has been planted
in corn than ever before and an
other season will find the country
we'll supplied unless some disaster
befalIs the crop.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13
Notice Swamp Land Bond Sale,


Notice is hereby given that the undersigned
Clerk Of the Board Of Supervisors Of Lee Co..
Miss, will, on the 9th day Of June, 1910,
within legal hours, Al the court house door in
the City Of Tupelo, in said county and state,
offer for sale for cash to the highest bidder
Sl5,oi0.00 Of the bonds and coupons Of Lower
chiwappa Swamp Land District Of said county
and state, with s per cent interest coupons
attached, there being tw.1Ys- q sal 5,--s, en-,
each of which is to mature on the 7th day Of
May Of eachssof the years 1911 to 1880, inclu-
i've. All interest due and payable annually
IN the 7th dsy of May Of each Of said years,
,oeether with one bond in consecutive order,
Fhe right to reject any and all bids is re-
served. The successful bidder will be required
to deposit in cash with said clerk 5 per cent
Of the aggregate Of said bonds, or a certifi &
check for. such amount. Bonds to be made
payable to purchaser or bearer.
This May 18th. 1910.
7-4t NORBIN JONES. Clerk.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

Round trip rates to Charlotte, N. G.,
account American Cotton Manufac-
turers Association on sale May 18th
and 10Th. good until 21st. Fare via
Frisco $23 As.
Round trip tickets to Atlanta, Ga .
on sale May 23rd and oath. good until
June LIST. Fare via Frisco $11.10.
Round trip rates to Washington, D.
c., account Worlds Sunday School As
ISOLATION. on sale May 18th. 18th and
18th, good uneil June 1st. Fare via
Frisco Lines $23.25.
Round Trip rates to Knoxville, Tenn,
account Summer School of tho South
on sale June 10th, goth, 21st, 25th and
26th, July End, 9th. 10th and 18th, good
Is days. Fare Via Frisco Lines $l1. 80.
Round trip rates to Atlantic City, N.
j.. account General assembly Presby-
terrain Church in the U. S. A., on sale
May 10th, 18th and 18th, good until
June 9Th. Fare via Frisco Lines $3O.25.
Round trip tickets on sale to Nash-
Vile Tenn, June 18th. 10Th, goth, 22nd
and 23rd, good until June 18th. . Fare
via Frisco Lines $3.50.
Round trip rates to all Summer Re-
sorts on sale May 18th until September
9th, 1910, limited until October 31st,
1910. For rates, schedules etc see
L. w. MCLEAN,
Ticket Agent.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13
MISS, MAY 10, 1910
NO PRIMARY THIS YEAR

The Democratic State Execu-
tive Committee met in Jackson
on Friday with full attendance.
A resolution calling a primary
for November the 22nd was
introduced and passed, but when
the resolution was submitted to
Ex-Governor Vardaman, he de-
cliped to accede to that part of
it which provided for a joint
canvass.
The section of the resolution
providing for a joint canvass left
the matter of fixing dates open
until June 20 bywhich time should
the candidates fail to agree on
the places and time. then the
committee would re-convene and
each candidate would name an
equal number of places and dates
and on all places where the
candidates could not agree, then
the committee would name the
dates for the joint meetings.
This part of the resolution was
drawn pursuant to the agree
ment between Mr.. Percy and eX
Governor Vardaman when Sena-
tor Percy proposed to run it off
with Major Vardaman in Novem-
Der. The latter declined to agree
on a joint canvass and there was
nothing left for the committee
to do but resciend the order.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13
Gov. Neol's Proclamation.
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT.
Jackson, Miss.


In compliance with wide
spread sentiment and demand
from all parts of the state in
favor of a united effort to bring
to the notice and attention of
prospective home seekers and in
vestors in all parts of the country,
and especially to progressive
farmers seeking new lands and
larger possibilities, l, E.. F. Noel,
governor of the state of Missis-
sippi, do issue this my
PROCLAMATION
designating June twenty,frst ard
twenty-second as days set apart
for a state wide immigration
convention to be held at the
state house, Jackson, Mississippi,
for all interested in securing
healthy and desirable immigra-
ton. / proclaim this convention
open to delegates appointed by
business organizations, those ap-
pointed by mayors, andby boards
Of supervisors, and to all inter-
ested in state wide campaigns in
accordance with the above pur-
pose.
Let those to whom the upbuild-
ing of our great state and the
settlement of its unoccupid lands
appeals as a most needed under
taking, join in an effort to be
made at this convention to
formulate and systematic plans
for this work So that there may
be no working at cross purposes
or duplicating of advertising.
For further Information ad-
dress all inquiries to L. E. Davis,
Secretary, Natchez Chamber of
Commerce, Natchez, Miss, who
until permanent organization
will act as secretary of the con-
vention.
In witness whereof | have
hereunto set my hand and caused
the Great Seal of the state Of
Mississippi to be affixed, this the
seventh day of May, A. d. 1910.
E. F. NOEL, Governor.
By the Governor.
]. W. POWER, Secretary of
State.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13
Notice Swamp Lard Bond Sale.

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned
Clerk Of the Board Of Supervisors Of Lee CO..
Miss, will on the 9th day Of June. 1910,
within legal hours. at the court house door IN
the City Of Tupelo. in said county and state,
offer for sale for cash to the highest bidder
$9f85.00 Of the Bonds and Coupons Of Upper
chiwappa Swamp Land District Of said coun-
ty, with 6 per cent interest coupons attached,
there being 20 Of said bonds, one Of each Of
which is to mature on the 4th day Of May d
each Of the years 1911 to 1880, inclusive. All
interest due and payable annually on the 4th
day of Mayo each Of said years, together with
one bond, in consecutive order. The right j:
reserved to reject any and all bids. The sue
cessful bidder will be required to Deposit il
cash with said clerk S per cent Of the agsre
gate Of said bonds, or a certified check fol
such amount. Bonds to be made payable Il
the purchaser or bearer.
This 18th day of May, 1910,
TAT NORBIN JONES, Clerk.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13
Itching Eczema Washed Away

Is it worth 25 cents to you to
stop that awful, agonizing itch!
Surely you will spend Is cents on
your druggists recommendation,
to cool and heal and soothe that
terrible itching eruption?
By arrangement with the D.
D. D. Laboratories of Chicago,
we are able to make a special
offer Of a 25-cent bottle Of their
oil Of wintergreen compound.
known as o. D. d. Prescription.
Call, or write or telephone to
Pound incannon Elkin Go.
We absolutely know that the
itch is stopped at once by D. D.
D. Prescription, and the cures
all seem to be permanent.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

Up-to-date material, first-class paper
stock and the know how" makes the
journal Job Department second to
none outside the large cities, and prices
are as low as good work can be done
for. A trial on your next order Of sta
tionery is all we ask.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13
NORTH BOUND.

NORTH BOUND.
No. 1O6 Southeastern Linn sos p. m.
No. lO4 Frisco Limited, due 1858 a. m.
No. 912. Mississippi
Accommodation Due '35 p. m.
No. 908 Memphis Ar. go a. m.
Accommodation Ly. 6:25 a. m.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13
EDWARD rAE SEVENTH DEAD.


The death Of Edward the
Seventh, Of England. resulted
last week from an attack Of
pneumonia and bronchitis. The
king had been i'll only few days
when his condition grew serious
and the end soon followed.
King Edward was one of the
most popular Of England's sover-
eign and his death is universally
mourned by his own countrymen
and the outside world. Although
his reign was less than ten years
he was regarded the foremost
sovereign of Europe and his in
fluence was far reaching in
diplomatic circles
The new king, George 9Th, is
not so democratic as his father
and is not so popular with the
people. None of the Georges
have been popular and England
has seen some of its greatest
endorsements under their rule.
It was during the reign Of
George the third that his country
lost the colonies, now the United
States; his son George the fourth,
was a weak king and his reign
was not fraught with good. The
present George ascends the
throne at a time, when the coun-
try is in civil conflict over the
power of its two branches OF
~government-the house of com
mons and the house of lords.
Upon the result of this conflict
much depends, and the new
sovereign will no doubt soon
have an opportunity to show his
ability.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

Governor Noel has appointed
James GorGoa Gillespie, of
Greenwood, as county attorney
for LeFlora county. Mr.. Gil
lespie is the son of State Land
Commissioner, j. l.. Gillespie,
and when a small boy lived with
his parents in Tupelo. His many
friends throughout Mississippi
heartily endorse Governor Noel's
selection.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

Governor Noel has issued a
proclamation for a general immi-
grafton movement. If the right
class of people can be induced to
move into Mississippi, they should
be given a hearty reception, but
the class is the thing-when you
go out after immigrants.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

Although the season is nearly
completed, heavy sales of cotton
are being made. The Newberger
Cotton Company. of Memphis,
bought at Texarkana, Ark,
on Monday 1921 bales at 15a
cents per pound. The deal in
volved nearly $575, 900.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

Ben J. Tanner, of Ripley. has
announced his candidacy for
Railroad Commissioner for the
Northern District. in the primary
to name democratic candidates
in 1911. Mr.. Tanner will doubt
less have the present encumbent,
Mr.. Scott, of Eupora, as an op-
ponent.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13
SOUTH BOUND

SOUTH BOUND
No. 1O5 Southeastern Llmtd II. IS a. m.
No. 1O3 N. York Linn. due 1913 IS a. m.
No. oil Alabama Accom-. 11:05 pm.
No. GOT Aberdeen Ar. $40. p. m.
Accommodation Ly. $40 p. m.
Round trip Homseekers tickets to the
southwest on sale every first and
third Tuesday of each month. For fur
Their particulars as to rates and sched-
ules, call on or write,
L. w. MCLEAN, Ticket Agent.
Tupelo, Miss.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

Between this and the 22d inst.
the comet will be at its greatest
brilliancy. 1t is now visible be-
tween 3 and 4 o'clock in the
morning in the east a little north
north Of Venus, the morning
star.
The Tupelo journal., 1910-05-13

Greenwood is this week enter
tanning the Kings Daughters
and Grang Lodge Knights Of
Pythias. There are $50 Daugh-
tiers and about 400 Knights in
attendance.