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The Owyhee nugget. ([Silver City], Idaho) 1905-1984, 1910-12-15
The Government and The
Miner

1t seems that the miners and the min
ing industry are about to receive the rec
ognition they have so long been awaiting.
Not only has Federal Bureau of Mines
been established, but in at least one Of
the Land Grant Colleges, which are sup
ported largely by the Federal Govern
ment, facilities for acquiring a knowledge
Of the rudiments of mining, metallurgy,
assaying, chemistry, geology, and mine
surveying are now available, not alone
for the high school graduate and the son
of the well-to-do, but for the miner, the
prospector, the mining man and for any
others interested in the mineral industry
whatever be their previous education or
station in life.
For nearly ten years the State College
of Washington has been maintaining an
assayers' short course, beginning iInme-
diately after the new year. Last year
this course was rcorganized in keeping
with the new and extensive equipment
of the Mining Department and is now
designated the Winter School of Mines.
This may be either ten or twelve weeks
course. A large number of men from
Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Mon
tana were enrolled last winter and all ex-
pressed themselves as delighted with the
work and the benefit they had gained;
a number of these men have signifed
their intention Of returning this year to
continue their work Last year the en-
included not only number of
grizzled prospectors, but several college
graduates, a mechanical engineer, and a
licensed physician Of 80 years experience.
The winter months are dead ones in
mining camps. Can the prospector or
miner spend a couple Of months to better
advantage than by attending such a
course as this?
The faculty of the Winter School of
Mines, includes, besides the instructors
of the Mining Department, all of whom
are highly trained specialists and grad
uates Of the foremost mining schools, such
men as the State Chemist OF Washington,
the Assistant State Geologist, and others
of equal note.
In the study of ore deposits, in methods
of mining and treatment of ores rapid
strides are being made, and it is mani
testify to the interest of the man inter
ested in any way with the production of
the metals to keep abreast of the times.
There is probably no way in which this
may be accomplished so thoroughly and
with such small expenditure of time
and money as by attending such a course
as is offered by the Pullman School of
Mines.
In booklet descriptive Of the course it
is stated that wherever possible the in
is of laboratory character, the
student being taught to do by DOING
This is a practical course designed for
practical men and it offers to prospectors,
miners, and mining men an opportunity
Of which we believe they would do wellto
avail themselves.
The Owyhee nugget. ([Silver City], Idaho) 1905-1984, 1910-12-15
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS

You are hereby notified that the State
and County taxes for the year 1910, to-
gether with such other taxes as are pro
vided by law, are now due and payable
at this Office.
And unless paid prior to the first Mon
day in January, 1911, they will become
delinquent, and be collected with per-
centage and costs added, as provided by
law.
o. F. BRUNzELL,
Assessor and Ex-OHicio
Tax Collector.
The Owyhee nugget. ([Silver City], Idaho) 1905-1984, 1910-12-15
WEEKS LOCAL
HAPPENINGS

utudy AOr q SuOEt "Trip bO DOlSo.
Have you seen those souvenir spoons at
75 cts. and $l.50 at Getchelps?
o. K. Blackaby, of Jordan Valley,
passed through here Monday on his
way to the railroad.
Don't forget that Getchelps Drug Store
is headquarters for perfume, toilet sets,
cut glass and decorated china
Sam Drollinger went to Nampa the
first of the week, where his wife is
spending the winter.
Pat O'Keefe came up from Jordan
Valley, Sunday. and on Monday went
out to the railroad.
Wade Gray and wife, of the De Lamar
Supply Co, passed through here Mon
day on their way to Boise
NJ. J. Philpot, of the Dow Vincent
ranch, near Flint, was pleasant caller
at the Nugget office this week.
Angus Mcdonald left here last Sat
urday for Boise, after having completed
assessment work on the Noble and
Sullivan property.
One youngster asked his mother last
week, Whats the use of writing to
Santa Claus when Getchell has got every
thing that kid could want?'
George Westlake, of Eailey, is here
these days doing assessment work on his
claims near the Poorman mill. He has
Simon Harris and Geo, Hoffman helping
him.
Mrs. Simon Harris has gone to Boise,
where it is said she went to select house
to live in during the winter months
while the legislature is in session, Mr..
Harris being our Senator.
Andrew Gray, who spent nearly all
of last winter here, but left here early
in the spring, has returned here again,
after having spent the greater portion
of The summer in the East,
Mrs. W. A. Lewis has gone to Miner
al Point, Wisconsin, to spend the win
ter with her parents there. Nugget
wishes her pleasant journey and
safe return home in the spring.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. B. Getchell, father
and mother of our postmaster and drug
gist, A. A. Getchell, took their departure
from here the first of the week. Enroute
to their home in Maine, they will stop in
Boise, Seattle, Kansas City, and Boston.
Nugget wishes this pleasant old couple
safe journey and hopes to have them call
here again.
Mr.. and Mrs. o. A. Petit, former
residents of Silver City, but now resi-
idents of Murphy, came up here this
week. She will stay until after the
holidays, but he returned to-day. Mr..
Petit has opened up barber shop in
Murphy and is now fully prepared to
accommodate his former customers who
might chance to pass his way
MI
The following are the names of the
pupils of the primary department of
the Silver City school who we're neither
absent nor tardy during the month of
November: Iona Gardner, John Rock,
Mary Helm, Alta Brumbaugh, Ralph
Heer, Roy Heer, Sadie Stoddard, Elmer
Brunzell, Asher Getchell, Thomas
Rock and Paul Schleifer.
Mr.. William Healy, our prominent
young attorney, has gone to Boise to
spend the holidays, it is reported, with
a lady friend and former schoolmate
from Iowa. This thing of boarding at
hotels and restaurants is not what it is
cracked up to be anyhow, Bill, and is
enough to drive anybody to matrimony.
Nugget aud his many friends here hope
he will have pleasant visit.
The Owyhee nugget. ([Silver City], Idaho) 1905-1984, 1910-12-15
THE BANNER.

Mr.. Peter Steele, president and general
manager of the Banner Mining & Milling
company, and his wife, returned last
week from business trip to Boise, and,
during his stay there, had occasion to
give out the following fourishing report
about the Banner property to Capital
News reporter, and which report can be
fully substantiated by all who live in this
vicinity. The report is in substance as
follows:
A vein of gold and silver bearing quartz
that assays from 5000 to s693 to the ton
and higher, and which is from six inches
to two and one-half feet wide, and sew
eral hundred feet long, was the lucky
strike made in the mine of the Banner
Mining and Milling company, located
near Silver City, camp which, accord
ing to Peter Steele, president and general
manager Of the company, is destined to
enjoy greater prosperity in the near fu-
ture than it has for many years.
An ore shoot was struck on the 100
foot level which goes down to the 30O-foot
foot level. 1t has been opened 300 feet
along the level, and the end of it is far
from being reached, it is believed. In
almost any sample of the ore taken from
the shoot, free gold can be seen with the
naked eye. The company is now driving
mill-level tunnel to cut this ore shoot
400 feet deeper than it has been opened
above. This tunnel has about 175 feet to
go to reach the shoot, and will make an
upraise of $50 feet to connect with the
upper works. In this manner it is ex-
pected to place the vein recently discov-
cred in position where the ore can be
easily handled and taken through the
lower tunnel to the stamp-mill and con-
centrating plant of 35-ton capacity per
day.
The vein is classified as the richest
shoot of ore ever discovered in the Flor
ida mountain district, the center of great
mining activity for the past 50 years. 1t
is the theory of those acquainted with the
history Of that section, and who have in
spected the recent discovery that the free,
course gold that was taken out of the
Coffee guIch years ago, and from which
the fortunes of many men in Idaho were
made, secured its source of supply from
the Banner mine. This theory will be
worked out along practical lines, and
tunnel will in the future be driven on the
opposite side Of the gulch. The Coffee
gulch proved to be one of the richest
placer diggings ever worked in that sec
ton of the state, and ore taken ont was
of very high grade.
"Of course we feel good over the dis
covery, for we believe that it means
great deal to the Banner property"
stated Mr.. Steele, when interviewed.
''We believe that through it it the Ban
ner becomes one of the best properties in
that section, and we are not selling stock
either.
'I predict that Silver City will exper-
ience more activity in the near future
than it has for a long time past. This is
demonstrated and proven on every side
through the activity that is being dis
played upon the properties"
The exhibit of ore from the mine has
been placed in Marks store.
Xmas taos. seals and staunns make the
The Owyhee nugget. ([Silver City], Idaho) 1905-1984, 1910-12-15

Xmas tags, seals and stamps make the
presents look so much neater. Getchell
has a fine assortment.
The Owyhee nugget. ([Silver City], Idaho) 1905-1984, 1910-12-15

Getchell has fine line of pictures,
books for all ages, Xmas stationery, and
hand-painted calendars and mottoss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
REPAIRING ROADS.
Three Working Squads Are Busy In
 Barbour County.

Eufaula, January 13-(Speciall- l-The county road gangs have again been re- stored and have begun the work of put ting the highways in good repair. The outfit consists of 24 mules with hands and all appurtenances in proportion. and these ave been divided into three squads of eight mules each. The road leading from Clayton to this city, the one leading from Clayton to Louisville and another from Clayton to Mt. Andrew are all re- ceving attention at the same time
 Mrs. T. H. Johnson and two little sons are expected to reach the city from New York this week to join her husband, the new rector of the Episcopal church here. The ladies of the church have made her new home not only bright and beautiful, but have provided every com fort for her reception, which is being awaited with great interest and pleas ure.
 The date for holding the city primary has been fixed by the executive commit tee for February 14 and candidates for the various offices are becoming very numer- ous. c. s. Mcdowell, the present incum- bent, will have opposition for mayor in the candidacy of former Mayor R. A. Bal lowe, who has already announced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
BESSEMER HAS
 MUCH SICKNESS
Grand Jury Adjourns After Reporting That 1t Had Found 3d True
 CilIs

Bessemer, January 3.-(Special. .l--A great deal of comment is being aroused by an unusual number of sick in ahe city. There has not been such a busy time for the doctors in many weeks as there was this week and last.
 Miss Lillie Crook was seized with acute indigestion today and removed to her home in a. serious condition. Robert Crook is critically i'll of typhoid fever. Hayes Cox is seriously i'll and grave fears are entertained for his recovery. He has been i'll for some time. Dolph Reed. formerly of Warrior station, is i'll with the grip. Miss Bertha Sorrell has been called to her home in Coiumbiana by the illness of her father.
 A letter was received by Kennedy Bros. Wednesday asking information of Charles Adams, who was thought to be in Bes- semer. The letter was from Bish & Sons. undertakers, and stated that they had been holding the body of Adams father for about month. MT. Adams was found to be working at the rolling mill and com municated with the undertakers today. He will probably go to Springfield. He and attend the funeral of his father.
 The grand Jury adjourned this morning and reported that it had found S4 true bills. Sixty-two cases have been docketed and 150 witnesses examined. The greater number of the bills were for minor of lenses, only one for manslaughter and one for embezzlement.
 The Bessemer Land company is making rofi fp W d- vertise Bessemer He will be equipped with literature and views of the city.
 George W. Jones was presented with handsome umbrella last night by the members of the local camp of Woodmen Of the World. The presentation was made by the Rev. I. A. Adams. Mir. Jones is the retiring chancellor commander.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
Jones-Peebles.

Vienna, January -(Special)-One of the most beautiful weddings of the mid winter season was that of Mir Pearre Howard Jones and Miss Guesner Harris Peebles, which took place yesterday at and mother in Vienna.
 The parlor reception hall and stairway were transformed into bower of loveli- ness. American beauty roses, southern smilax palms and ferns were used in pro- fusion In the decorations. a
 The bride, leaning on the arm of the groom, descended the stairway and en- tered the parlor to the strains of Mendeis- sohn's wedding march, beautifully played by Miss Mary Elm Peebles, sis ter of the bride. They stood beneath . large white wedding bell suspended by white satin ribbons that reached to the four corners of the room. The Rev. Dr. Burns of Northport performed the cere- mony. The bride was beautiful in an elegant going away gown of carob broadcloth exquitely braided, with gloves and hat to match. She carried an arm shower bouquet of brides roses and plumosa-
 The bride is the daughter of Mir. and Mrs. William Hagaman, and by her many fine traits of character and attractive personality has won for herself hosts of friends. The groom Is a popular young man of sterling qualities and fine business capacity
 The many presents were costly and beautiful attesting the esteem in which the young couple is held. Immediately after the ceremony MT. and Mrs. Jones left on an extended bridal tour through Georgia They will visit Augusta. the home of the groom; Atlanta. Savannah and other points. after which they will be at home February to their friends in Vienna.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
CENTRAL TO FIGHT
 FOR RIGHT OF WAY
IT IS ANNOUNCED THAT JUDGE A.
 J. DRIVER WILL RUN FOR CON- GREss IN OPPOSITION TO CON-
 GRESHAM J. THOMAS HEFLlN.

Dadeville, January 13.-(Special.)-It is learned here that the Central of Geor- gia will soon take steps to enforce their claim to the right of way through Alex ander City. They insist that buildings have been built on the right of way. Alexander City is built close to the rail- road and the title to much valuable property will be in question if the rail- road takes up the matter. If they do ic is understood the property owners there will fight 1t to finish.
 The sentiment in this section is in favor of an early primary. The farmers de- clare that they had rather get the matter out of the way so that they will not have 1t to contend with during the busy season, when they should be looking after their crops.
 It is now a settled fact that Probate Judge A. J. Driver of Lafayette will op- pose Congressman Heflin for reelection. Judge Driver is well known over the district and supported by Judge Denson will put up strong fight Judge Driver strongly opposed the adoption of the late constitutional amendment while Con- gressman Heflin advocated it on many stumps over the state
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
NEWS OF GADSDEN.
First Cars Are Operated to Southern
 Steel Plant.

Gadsden, January 13-(Special. )-Articles of incorporation were filed today by the Hammond McDuffie Mining company. The capital stock of the company is placed at s20O0 the shares being s1Oo each. J. W. Hammond is named as president, H. N. McDufrie. general manager, and R. W. Crane, secretary.
 The Southern Shovel Manufacturing company of this city has received an order for three car loads of its product from the Wimberly-Thomas Hardware company of Birmingham. This means some 700 dozen shovels The company makes a self-sharpening shovel that is the only thing of its kind made in the world.
 The street car line to the steel plant operated it's first cars yesterday. The track is not in shape yet to put on a regular schedule but cars will be run three times daily for the accommodation of the steel plant employees.
 J. A. Embry, solicitor for the Sixteenth judicial district, spent some time in the city yesterday and announced that he would be candidate for reelection. MT. Embry has made a very satisfactory of ficer and as he was elected to fill a short term 1t is more than likely that he will be able to succeed himself.
 Capt. w. P. Lay, who has been in Washington before the rivers and har- bors committee of Congress in the in- terest of the Coosa river, returned to his home last night and brings encourag- ing reports as to the prospects of se- curing an appropriation for the river at the present session of Congress.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
CONDITIONS ARE
 FINE AT ANNISTON

Anniston, January 13.-(Special)- 1.-The healthy condition In which business gen. erally has been is evidenced by figures from the local postoffice and the deposits made at the three national banks.
 From the postoffice comes nothing but the receipts for stamps and this depart ment shows an increase in 1909 over 1908 of s4,593.6o
 Receipts by the Anniston Electric and Gas company for the year were a little more than $6000 over 1908.
 Deposits at the City National bank increased but very little if any but when the fact that this is the youngest bank in the city is taken into consideration it's local deposits amount to $1s9.O27.86 make a very good showing.
 From November 27, 1908. to November 16, 1909, the deposits at the First National run up to $7S6,56O.0s. being a gain over 1908 of s57,159.O6. The largest increase was shown at the Anniston National, the deposits for 1908 being s451. 1.613.30 and in 1909, $54S, ,724.S2 net gain of sT, ,11153.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
City Prisoners.

The city prisoners, Or what is termed the chain gang, are now working on the street cleaning department and as a re- suit the main thoroughfares of Ensley are being kept clean. What is regarded as a disagreeable feature however is tha. the unfortunates are. chained and, 1t Is stated the shackles are riveted round their ankles and not removed until their sentence expires. This means the prison CTS are unable to remove their clothing to sleep, and the discomfort of the chains can be imagined. It is only fair to say this practice was in vogue before Great CT Birmingham went into effect. A num- Der of unfavorable comments have been made at the practice by leading citi- ZenS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
FINE SHOWING BY SOUTHERN RAILWAY

Montgomery. January 13.-(Special )-In- dicating the return of prosperity in all territory served by the Southern railway that system reports for the last half of 1909 an increase of $2,500.oO0 in earnings over the same time In 1908, and for the last week in December heavy excess over the last week in the same month a year pre- the last four weeks of the year. all going to show that business is again brisk and things are coming back to even greater things than the country has ever known before.
 For the half year ending with December the total revenue for the Southern was s2s,25O. .7ss, compared to s2e,57s.127 in 1908. an increase of s2.6n,6l2- The department figures are as follows: For 1909 passen- ger, $7,s6S ss4; 1908. $7o95, ,54O; freight, $19- 1S7.617; 19OS $17 3S7 21S; mailj $6Ss, ,4s6; 1908, $741 SO5 express, $760. 413; 1908, S711, ,76S mis- cellaneous, s745.229; 1908, $692,So3 The only decrease is in mall, which has fallen off because of the cutting down of certain fast mail contracts. The per cent in in crease in all lines is 10.05
 The increase of six months over 1907 is 3M per cent, the total in that year being s2s, ,341, ,465, and over 1906 6.53, when the total was s27, ,457,697 In 1905 te receipts for this time were s26.121,S43.
 The total income for the last four weeks of the year was $4s94,sS4. increase of s27S,- 4O4. For the last week in the year, S,- 594.376. increase $s2.737.
 Of the 1036 miles of the Southern, one seventh is in Alabama and in this is not included the Mobile and Ohio. with 425 miles; the Alabama Great Southern with 232 miles, nor the Northern Alabama with sOS miles. It is conceded that even with the lowered freight and passenger rates Alabama has given 8 large part of this.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
Recorders Court.

At the police court this morning a ne- gro named Robert Smith was accused of robbing chicken coop. The negro told Nudge Sugg he just couldn't pass by the coop as he knew it contained many
 waller legs" He acknowledged appro- priating the chickens but insisted that he meant to pit them back. On this point the judge and the negro could not agree so Robert received fine and street sen- tence as a reminder to resist temptation in the future
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
Attention, Young Mems
 Anti Amendment Club !

A meeting of the club Is called for Fri day, January IA, 1910 at D. m in Mag nolia hall, 02l1a Third avenue. The meeting will be an open meeting and all young men of the county are cor dialfy invited to be present.
 The Hon. Emmet o'Neal will address the club.
 full attendance is desired, as there are matters of the utmost importance to be considered. The purpose for which the club was organized having been accomp- lished, the matter of disbandins will be considered. ]. B. SCULI4EY
 President J. F, STAI4EY, Secretary. 1-13-2t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
CaIedonian Club.

There was a gathering of the clans" at the home of Robert Nell at Wylam last night and plans formulated for the organization of a Caledonian club. MT. Neill was elected chairman and James Brodie secretary. The organization is to be Scotchmen or those of Scotch descent A committee consisting of James John son. Adam Pow and Sam Brodie was ap- pointed to draft the bylaws. A special committee was appointed to make ar engagements for a Robert Burns cele- bration to be held January 25. The meet ing was large and enthusiastic and the membership committee will make an eff fort to enroll every son of Bonnie Scot land'' living in this vicinity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
ATTEMPTS MADE ID BREAK RECORDS Unusual Activity At Steel Plant
 and Furnaces CALIFORNIAN CLUB FORMED City Officials Visit EnsIey to Look Over City roperty-Convicts Keep
 ing Streets clean-other
 News of EnsIey.
CAL LEDONlAN CLUB FORMED

There is much activity at the steel mill and blast furnaces at this time. each being worked to it's full capacity. It is unofficially stated that an effort is being made to break all former records for output of steel this month and while no figures have been given out it is stated that at this time the indications are that January will be a record breaker.
 The construction work on the new open hearth furnaces is making rapid progress. No. 2 blast furnace Is also nearing completion and other improve ments are being pushed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-01-14
GOVERNOR ORDERS
 SALOON RA|DED Was Back of MabSon Hotel In
 City of Montgomery PLEASED WITH RESULT Thirty-three Bottles of Beer and Two
Thirty-three Bottles of Beer and Two Quarts Whisky Taken-Warrant Signed By "Joe Green," Who
 Is Not Known to Officers.

Montgomery. January 13.-(Special.) J. By direction of Governor Conner, Sheriff Hood tonight raided the saloon back of the Mabson hotel. captured 8 bottles of beer and two quarts of whisky. The man fin charge was put under bond.
 After the raid Sheriff Hood reported the matter to the governor. and he ex- pressed approval
 This is the first time such action has ever been taken on orders from the gov ernor, and probably evidences his in- tention to take a hand in seeing to the enforcement of the liquor laws.
 The warrant put into the hands of the sheriff was signed by "Joe Green" not known to the officers.