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New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1911-03-04

Contributed.
The Children Carnival was a
great success. The drill under
the skillful management Of Miss
Belle Mckay a charming kalldor-
scope of grace and color. The
King. Robert Dauterive, manly
little fellow reflected credit upon
Royalty. and the winsome little
Queen. Nina Burke was a small
reflection Of a very charming re
lation not very distant. The
crowd was all the spacious Hall
could hold, as everybody was
there. it is useless t. tell them
about IT, OF course there were
the usual little chaps with steam
whistles" in their pockets war
rented to pierce the sensitive ears
of all their sisters. their cousins
and their aunts. OF course the
little fellows could not help that,
what is the use of sensitive ears
any how. The amount taken IN
was ......... -
Expenses ....... LOU
$69.40
Do-,i.ay 6t
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
JAMES H. CANNON DECEASED.

James H. Cannon, a pioneer and
upbuilder OF Gilpin county, died Fri
day, January 9Th in Sioux City. Ia.
of senility. He was 80 years Of age.
The body was shipped to this city
and the funeral was held yesterday
afternoon from the undertaking par
lors Of Ed. L. Harris.
James H. Cannon came to Gilpin
county in January. 1860, locating in
Nevadaville. He was a miner and was
the first foreman employed on the
Gunnell mine. He installed the first
engine over brought to Gilpin coun-
ty. Mr.. Cannon owned considerable
real estate in Nevadaville, where he
had resided the major portion Of his
life. The past three or four years
he had been living in Sioux City with
daughter. He is survived by Mrs.
C. Squires, Sioux City; Mrs. J. c.
Knapp, Oelwein, Ia, j. w. Cannon,
residing in Nevadaville. Deceased be-
longed to no lodge or society other
than the Pioneers association.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
THE OLD MINES
ARE HAVING A CALL.

AFTER twenty-five years an old-time
producer is about to be worked. This
announcement must strike the lay
mind with singular meaning. What
irony of fate it would be were this
property to prove the best in the
erty made a good record, even up to
the time of it's closing down. OF
course great many things could
have operated against the continue
ton of work. But that is neither here
nor there. 1t shows, though, in the
resumption Of operations, that most
any Of the old-time mines arc desir-
able acquisitions. And it is well, too,
that the old residents have kept tab
OIL these properties. Possibly many
more would be in operation were they
not tied up in some manner.
1t is becoming common to announce
the reopening Of some property in
close proximity to town. The wonder
ia that more are not operated by a
local pool. An explanation of the sit
uation of the idle old-time producers
should call out willing capital from
outside investors. Since the matter
has taken such headway number Of
others will no doubt soon be in the
possession of leasers.
MANY of the old residents should
have store of knowledge concerning
mi hot nh
ers, and not great deal of work
performed on them, which should
leave the property in a position
ready to ship ore.A we'll anthenticat-
ed story of what mine was able to
do in the past with the addition that
the property in question is known to
have considerable ore exposed should
call out capital readily for resump-
ton of work.
There is no need Of new locations.
OF course, if the outcrop warrants
then it is the part of wisdom to do
some work to prove it up. But with
the old idle properties already past
the experimental stage these should
procure the same.
AS said local capital is wise in en-
barking in anything of the kind. 1t
would be the heighth of good fortune
to chronicle the success of these. For
th first one realizing would be In
centive to others taking a hand. The
new work on the old mines will be
watched with interest here as well
as outside.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
DEFERRED ANNOUNCEMENT.

1t has at last leaked out - the
knowledge of the marriage of Frank
]. Grabmair to Miss Edith Wynne
Davis. The nuptial knot was tied in
Greeley on August IL, 1910. The OBJ
ject Of secrecy is not known, but
the delay of the announcement makes
the news none the less pleasant for
the friends of the young couple to
receive.
Mrs. Grabmair for a year or two
was a resident of this city. but dur
ing the past two years has been a
resident of Denver. She is a refined,
sedate young lady, one whom the
groom can feel fortunate in being
able to select and congratulated up.
on the wisdom OF his selection.
Mr.. Grabmair is the energetic and
accommodating manager Of the To-
cal telephone exchange. He is held
in high esteem by all and 1t is with
considerable pride that the commun-
ity claims him as a native son.
Mrs. Grabmair will arrive from
Denver Sunday. Mr.. and Mrs. Grab
mair will arrive in the Seymour house
on Pine street.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
BILL FOR LAND PASSES.

The latter part Of the week the edi-
tor OF the Observer received the fol-
lowing telegram from Congressman
Taylor, which should prove most wei
como news to the local lodge Of Odd
Fellows. During his campaign speech
delivered in this city. Congressman
Taylor assured the Odd Fellows that
he was doing all he could to bring
about the passage Of their bill. The
telegram follows:
Washington, D. c. Jan. 6, II.
w. ]. Stull, Central City, Colo.
Kindly advise secretary Of Odd
Fellows lodge that l today passed
through house without amendment SEN
ate bill granting title to their cem-
etery. President will probably sign
bill within a week and Secretary Of
Interior will soon thereafter grant pat
ent to the lodge.
EDWARD T. TAYLOR.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
COMMISSIONERS ORGANIZE.

Tuesday afternoon the new board
Of county commissioners met and or
ganized. Jos. Borzago, who has made
a most efficient member of the board
retired from the position and was
succeeded by the recently elected
member, George Fritz.
C. o. Richards was elected chair
man cs the board. ]. NJ. Seright was
chosen county attorney; DR.. C. M.
Froid, county physician; John Mack,
janitor Of the court house. and the
Observer was selected as the official
paper. The bonds Of the hold-over and
newly elected county officials were
accepted. The new officials assumed
their duties Tuesday afternoon.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
IN RUSSELL GULCH|BLACK HAWK NEWS

Mike Reidel, aged Sc years, an old
timer Of Russell Gulch, died at his
home Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock
and was buried Tuesday morning from
the Catholic church at Central City.
Mrs. Jack Joyce went to Central on
Wednesday to visit relati, es.
There will be dance at Zancanel-
la hall on Saturday evening Every
body is cordially invited 70 l..end.
Miss Kate Stevens is visiting with
her sister in Russell Gulch this week
Union is strength-lets stick to-
gether.
The following officers were installed
to their respective offices in Russell
Gulch lodge No. Al, l. o. o. F., this
week: VIM. Prouse, noble grand; Hugh
Williams, vice grand; j. R. Joyce,
presiding past grand; John Stevens,
secretary; VIM. Tamblin, assistant
secretary; Matt Lewis, treasurer and
]. H. Chellew, minister.
Friendship is a plant one must wat
er often! I've been soaked! 1911.
Several mines are starting to pull
water in lower Russell. Things are
beginning to look better in this sec
ton.
Alex. Klein has a new water wag-
on. 1t was made in Black Hawk by
'Stroehle G Son. Oh, you water!
The Rev. Benjamin Eitelgeorge will
preach at the Methodist church Sun
day morning at IL O'Clock. Everybody
is invited to be present.
T. R. Edwards had his foot mashed
by a piece of pipe at the Frontenac
mine Sunday. He will be laid up for
several days.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
elLPlN COUNTY PIONEER DEAD

A dispatch in this mornings Den
Yer Republican from Idaho Springs
tells Of the death of Thomas De-
Coar, aged SO. a pioneer mining man
of Gilpin and Clear Creek counties,
early this morning Of pneumonia. The
funeral will be held Thursday, being
in charge of local Masons, and inter-
ment will be in the Odd Fellows Gem
etery in Russell Gulch beside his
wife who diod &c years ago.
Mr.. DeCoar was a native of Eng
land and located in Gilpin county 46
years ago. For many years he was
sexton Of the Idaho Springs come
fiery. Six years ago he sold his inter-
est in the After Supper mine at Black
Hawk for $4,000 and took a trip
around the world. visiting a sister in
Australia and his old homo in Eng
land. He leaves sister and two sons.
He was life member OF the Masons,
joining over 60 years ago.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

People have been under an erron-
eous impression in regard to the
Colorado & Southern pulling Off one
Of the cars on the up train in the
morning and the down train in the
evening during the winter months.
Many think 1t is done as a matter
Of economy. The reason for taking
the coach off is for the purpose Of
making repairs and giving the cars
general overhauling. This can be
done with less Inconvenience to the
travelling public in the winter time
than in the summer. when passenger
traffic is heavy.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
IN THE DISTRICT COURT.

District Judge Mccall and District
Attorney w. NJ Morgan were in the
city Monday for the opening Of the
January term of the district court.
The jury reported. Fourteen were ex-
cued and one could not be located
in the county. This leaves the num-
ber at As.
The case of the People VS.. Pete
Donatti was set for January 18th, at
IL o'clock.
The case Of Reuben Herrod ct all
VS.. Matt Root ct al, was set for We'd
nesday, the 18th, at a. m.
Judge Mccall appointed ]. j.. Clark,
c. C. McCallister and Phil. Rohling
as the committee to examine the
books of the county treasurer.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

The motion made by H. A. Hicks
to strike various charges and allega-
tions from the answer Of w. ]. Stull,
defendant in suit for damages
brought by Hicks, was heard in Col
den Saturday before Judge Mccall
and finished yesterday. Two days
were required to hear arguments Of
council for plaintiff and defendant.
In ruling on the motion, the court,
ordered that tho answer be made
more definite and specific. Ten days
were granted the defendant to file
another answer. II possible to file one
within that short time. 1t may be
that the cases will not bo ready for
trial before the June term.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
WRITE FOR SEEDS.
Mr.. w. J. Stull.
Editor. Gilpin Observer,
Central City, Colorado.

Editor, Gilpin Observer.
Central City, Colorado.
My Dear SIR
l wish you would kindly notify all Of
your readers who desire either vege-
table or flower seeds to write to me
for them at once. to the Home Of
flee Bldg, Washington, d. c. The
reason l ask the people to drop me
line for them Is because 1t is a
waste Of time and material to send
seeds to those who do not care for
them; and ill.there are many thous.
ands Of people in the state who do
want them.
The people Of moderate means
In the cities and towns, and the new
settlers in the country. use them to
the best possible advantage every
year. l distributed over thirty thous-
and packages last season, upon indi-
vidual requests, and know from the
hundreds of letters I received that
the seeds were Of good quality and
were very much appreciated.
Thanking you for the courtesy.
remain, Yours very respectfully.
EDWARD T. TAYLOR.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

Tho Commercial association Of Ida.
no Springs have issued an attractive
folder In the form Of souvenir pos
tai card. 1t is very unique and the
illustrations. picturing some Of the
most magnificent views in the vicin.
ity Of Idaho Springs, are a high type
OF the engraver's art. The folder con-
tains a good deal OF valuable infor-
nation to outsiders and is a piece Of
advertising Of which the citizens of
Clear Creek county can well feel
proud.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

At the annual business meeting Of
the Democratic State Editorial asso-
citation held in Denver Monday, w.
J. Stull. Of the Observer. was elect.
ed president; v. /. Noxon, Idaho
Springs Gazette. vico president, and
G. M. Kimball, Golden Transcript.
secrotary-treasurer. In the evening
the members Of the association, state
officials and Democratic members Of
tho 18th General Assembly. gathered
at q banquet In the Albany hotcl.
The writer. as president Of the asso-
citation. serving as toastmaster. shar.
ed honors with tho governor who was
the principal speaker Of the occasion.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

William Mitchell, who qualified this
week for the position OF sheriff. has
not as yet appointed any Of his depu-
ties. He has taken this matter under
consideration and will select the men
most dependable and best qualified
for the position. He has practically
decided upon tho appointment OF
John Jordan as his undersheriff. The
selection Of Mr.. Jordan, according
to those whom the writer has heard
express themselves. would be a popu-
lar one.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

Satrianos six-piece orchestra, Of
Denver. has been engaged. and will
furnish the music for the Firemen's
ball, which will be held in the Armory
hall. Wednesday evening, February
22nd. 1911. No further introduction
is needed for the music. The COM
mittee in charge Of the dance are
informed by this well-known musician
that the finest music ever heard in
these parts can be expected. Remem-
Der the tickets are only $1.00,
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

held in Denver Sunday morning, one
Of the Masonic bodies Of that city
officiating. The remains were laid to
rest in Fairmont cemetery. Quite
a number of former residents Of Gil
pin county and lifelong friends OF
the deceased escorted the body to
its last resting place. Several from
here were ut the funeral, among
these being ]. NJ. Seright, w. c.
Fullerton, H. C. Bolsinger VIM. Lew
is, VIM. Woods and ]. c. jenkins.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
TAKE A NEW GRIP ON YOURSELF.


dustry can do, it must be acnowlcdg-
ed that it is still in its infancy.
When all the mines with a showing
are feeding their ores to the mills
the output of metal would be enor-
nous. Only the larger bodies Of ores
have the call. 1t has always been
that with the exception of the hero
and there rich streaks found in
mines of Just ordinary output.
1t must be admitted that mine
large promise. is just as eagerly
sought as formerly. That is, proper
ty with promise, its owners willing
to sell can readily get purchaser.
Where it takes several million to
buy mine, foreigners seem eager
to pay the large price for a good
gold property. The American owners
prefer the money down than to tako
the time to pull it out of the ground.
The English would seek to control the
gold supply Of the world. All record
mines of this class are soon in their
hands. With ability to also treat the
ores from their possessions they can
dictate the financial policy of the
world. 1t is a tremendous power, and
every good piece Of property has pos
sibilities not furnished by any other
business.
The systematic handling of ores
is the one problem. Some have it
down to point not thought possi-
BILE. Still the expense is large. and
unless the property is exceptional the
reward is not as great as hoped.
No doubt there are many good prop
critics in Gilpin county. Some Of these
are record mines; that is, they have
paid well in the past. A number of
these could be made to return bet
ter showing than when at their best.
Compared with many big properties
elsewhere, the underground work is
comparatively small, and the depth
not great. Being one Of the oldest
mining districts in the country and
still working, there is likely to be
a big surprise for those undertaking
the reworking of the pick of the dis
trict. With such glaring indications
there should remain more ore than
the amount mined. Every dump of the
old-time mine would show the possi-
bilities Of what is beneath the sur
face. OF course, fine showing on
the dump is an aid toward indicat-
ing results to be obtained by taking
over the property. But there must
be more than good-looking stuff to
draw purchaser. This is only men
toned to point out a help in the
selection Of property. The good
looking material on the dump may
have only been cut through and was
not prospected sufficiently the work
ers pushing ahead in hopes of better
| returns.
The numerous properties already
opened are that much nearer what
may be expected. OF course il plenty
ore has been encountered and the
mine shut down, the new owner can
expect that much less.
Those caring to embark in mining,
using as good judgment as in buying
realty. there is no reason why the in
vestor should not realize.
|
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
SENATOR HUGHES IS DEAD.

u. s. Senator Charles ]. Hughes
died at his home in Denver yester-
day morning at 11:15. Softening OF
the spine is given as the cause OF
death. He was unconscious "a hours
before passing away.
News of the death of the distin-
guished citizen and able statesman
came as profound shock to the
state and nation. While Senator
Hughes had been ailing since Sept
ember, it was thought that his con-
dition was not serious and all that
October he took trip to California
and from there went to Honolulu liz
the hopes that a change IF climate
would benefit him. The trip to HonD-
lulu was disappointing as there was
no change for the better in the SEN
ator's condition.
Through the death of Senator
Hughes, Colorado has lost a most
brilliant representative in the United
States senate and a man whose place
will be hard to fill. He had been in
the senate barely two years, but in
that comparatively brief time had
commanded the highest respect and
esteem of any member who ever
graced that august body. Had Senator
Hughes lived, there is no doubt but
that he would have been selected as
the minority leader of the senate.
Charles James Hughes. Jr., was
born in Kingston, Caldwell county,
Mo-, February 16, 1853, and was grad
uated from Richmond, Mo-, college in
1871. He was a law student at the
University Of Missouri from 1872 to
1873, and received the degree of Ii.
D. both from the University of Miss
September l, 1874. he was married to
Lucy s. Menefee, and began the prac
tice Of law in August, 1877, locating
in Denver in 1879. In 1888 he was a
Democratic candidate for presidential
elector in Colorado. but was defeated;
was elected Democratic presidential
elector in 1900, and defeated for the
same position in 1904; was delegate
to the Democratic national conven-
tons Of 1904 and 1908. From the be-
ginning Of his practice in Colorado.
Senator Hughes. while engaging gen.
orally in the practice of the law, had
given special attention to mining and
irrigation litigation He delivered an
address on the Evolution of the Min
ing Law before the American Bar as
ISOLATION at Denver in August, 1901;
delivered courses of lectures upon
mining and irrigation law at Harvard
Law School; had been for many
years porfessor Of mining law in the
law school of the University of Don
yer. He was the unanimous choice
Of the State Democratic convention,
which assembled in Pueblo. Septem-
ber, 1908, which nominated him for
the position Of United States SEN
ator to succeed Hon. Henry NJ. Tel
Ter, and was elected by the following
legislature, January 20. 1909, receiv-
ing the unanimous vote OF the Demo-
cratic senators and representatives
numbering 73 out Of total member
ship of 100. In two preceding State
Democratic conventions he was ten
dered the nomination for governor of
Colorado, but declined. His term Of
service in the u. S. senate would
have expired March 3, 1915.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

The pastor will preach here Sunday
evening, January 18th, at 7:3O. We
extend hearty welcome to all.
Gus Rolander was business visitor
to Denver Monday afternoon.
Mrs. Otto Reckling was a passen-
ger to the valley Saturday morning.
Mrs. ]. V. Thompson was brought
back from Denver Sunday evening. 1t
will be three weeks or more before
she is physically able to undergo an
operation and the attending physician
thought it would be better for her to
spend her time at home than at the
hospital.
Mrs. Mary Oates leaves today for
California, where she will reside in
the future.
AT their meeting this week, the
Women of Woodcraft decided to move
into the Fritz hall the first of the
month.
John Robins returned this morning
from a stay Of two or three days in
Denver. He met quite a number of
former Black Hawk citizens in Den
yer who are out of work and wishing
they were back in this place.
Will Tom is up from Denver, visit
ing.
Paul Miller returned Tuesday from
a trip to Denver. He expects to go
to Denver the first of the month to
live, having been offered a position
in one of the departments of the
Denver Post
Louis ODonnell was a passenger to
Denver Sunday to visit his mother.
The dance to be given by the fire.
men Saturday evening is the talk of
Black Hawk and Central. 1t will be
grand affair and the attendance
will eclipse that of any similar event
held in the county in years. A spec
ial train is to be run from Golden,
conveying the firemen of that city
and their friends.
The Degree Of Pocahontas held in
stallation of officers at their meet
ing last evening, and also initiated
Mrs. Helen Fritz and Mrs. Mary Rus
sell. The officers initiated were: Clara
James, Prophecies; Maud Rolling,
Pocahontas; Ella Flick, Winona;
: George Hughes Powhatan; Hazel
Tabb, Keeper of Records; Rosella
Williams, 1st scout; Bertha Mitchell,
End scout; Agnes Hamilton, 1st run
ner; Amelia Taylor, End runner; Hell
en- Fritz, 1st councillor; Mary Rus
sell, End counsellor; Matte Mitchell,
Guard of Wigwam; John Curry, Guard
OF Forest.
The Women of Woodcraft will give
masquerade ball in Fritz hall on
the evening of February 18th.
J. v. Thompson was a passenger
to Denver yesterday on business.
Fred Rudolph was taken to Dem
yer Friday to have his eyes attend
; ed. Through visional defect he was
rendered totally blind. He has had
this experience before. but his sight
has always returned and it is thought
that such will be the case this time
under proper treatment.
F. H. Martin and son, of Kremm-
ling, were visitors during the week
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Jake
> Eilmann.
Mrs. Fred Rudolph went to Denver
today to visit her husband, who is
compelled to remain in Denver for a
time on account of the condition Of
his eyes.
Jerry Dummer and wife, of Iowa,
are visiting Charles Niccum. Mr.. and
Mrs. Dummer are just recently mar
ried and are on their honeymoon.
9 They will return home this week.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

Manager Dud Graves Of the
Teller house. opens tho dining room
Of that hostelry this evening and
henceforth will serve meals regularly.
Mr.. Graves is first-class chef, hav.
ing cooked for some of tho most
prominent hotels in the east. and It
goes without saying that tho cuisine
Of the Teller house will be Of the
very bost.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

Miss Laura Rule resigned her po-
sition at the Golden Rule Store Sat
urday night She is succeeded by Miss
Olive hampshire. Miss Rule has been
in Ill health for several months, and
it is the hope Of her numerous
friends that with a long rest. she
will soon feel something like her
former self.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

Mrs. Libbie Williams entertained a
party of neighbors and friends at her
residence on Eureka street Saturday
evening. Games were played and re-
freshments were enjoyed. The prizes
were awarded to Richard Trevithick,
1st; and his brother, John, walked off
smilingly with the BOBBY prize.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

The Central City camp Of Woodmcn
are making preparations to entertain
tho members who turn out to lodge
meeting next Wednesday evening,
January 18th. Those who don't at.
tend are going to miss the time Of
their life.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

Mr.. and Mrs. Simon Roberts en-
tertained small number Of friends
Tuesday evening. Might've was play
ed. Mrs. Libby Williams won 1st
prize and Miss Ruth Williams, End.
Refreshments consisting OF oysters,
tarts and coffee were served.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

The Eagles held installation Of Of
ncers Monday evening and enjoyed
turkey banquet. 1t Is surprising
the largo number of members that
will turn out when there is a turkey
banquet In sight.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12

Miss LeFevre. the IS year old
daughter Of Henry LeFevre, residing
in the vicinity Of Gilpin. died in Den
YER this week of dropsy. The remains
will be shipped to this city tomorrow
for burial.
Gilpin observer., 1911-01-12
LOCATIONS.

J. H. Lambert, Johney, Adelbert,
Evergreen, Morning Snow Annex,
Morning Snow lodes, Bay State dis
tric.t