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Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
CHECK YOUR APRIL COUGH.

Thawing frost and April rains chill
you to the very marrow, you catch
cold--Head and lungs stuffed--You
are feverish--Cough continually and
feel miserable-You need DR.. Kings
New Discovery. 1t soothes inflamed
and irritated throat and lungs, stops
cought. your head clears up, fever
leaves, and you feel fine. Mr.. J. T.
Davis, of Stickney Corner, Me-, "Was
cured Of dreadful cough after doc
tors treatment and all other rene
dies failed. Relief or money back.
Pleasant-Children like it. Get bot
tie today. Soc, and $1.O0, at your
Druggist.
Bucklin's Arnica Salve for all sores.
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company and F. r. Graham. The
matter of considering the bids was
left for some future time.
The following resolution was adopt
ed:
Whereas, the City of Durango is
block No. 121, Fassbinder's Addition
block No. 12, Fassbinder's Addition
to the city of Durango, said lots be-
ing formerly occupied by the pump
ing plant of the water system of said
city, and whereas, the said lots are
not now necessary for the occupancy
and maintenance of said pumping
plant, the same being dismantled and
whereas, petition has been filed
with the city council by the Civic club
of the city Of Durango, praying that
said lots be designated and set aside
for park purposes and that park be
established thereon and whereas, said
petitioners, the Civic club, have
agreed to use their best efforts to
secure title to certain adjoining lots
and tracts lying to the east and west
of said lots 12, 13 and 81 and abut-
ting on Third avenue and the alley
in block 121 aforesaid respectively,
and to convey the said lots to the city
Of Durango for park purposes in ad-
dition to the lots and tracts herein
described.
"Be it therefore resolved by the
city council of the city of Durango
that the following described lots, par
cells and tracts of land owned by said
city, to-wit: Lots numbered 12, IS,
and 27 in block numbered 121, Fass-
binders Addition to the city Of Du-
range be, and the same is hereby
designated and established as pub
lie park subject to use for municipal
purposes in the future as may be re-
quired by said city"
As we go to press the business Of
the session is not completed. We un-
derstand the milk ordinance will be
introduced without the provision for
examination for tuberculosis.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
K c Potato Doughnuts
EE=E

sift three times, the -four, salt, spice and
baking Powder. Beat eggs with rotary
beater, then still using rotary beater, grad
,ially add sugar, then work In the mashed
potato with spoon and alternately add milk
md flour mixture. Make soft dough, roll
into sheet, cut into rounds, pinch hole in
nc center with the finger and Try in deep fat.
Fat for frying should not be hot enough
% brown the doughnut until ii has risen.
When the doughnut is dropped into the fat
I sinks to the bottom. As soon as il comes
ip il should be turned and turned number
times while cooking. This recipe Is ex-
client as they do not take the fat in frying
nd will stay moist for days
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
LARGE CONGREGATION AT
FUNERAL OF MISS WATERS

The funeral of Miss Rose Waters
was held from the Southern Method.
ist church yesterday at 2 o'clock, with
Rev. Hanford Miller in charge. The
church was filled to capacity and
quite as many persons were on the
lawn surrounding the building.
Rev. Miller used as his text, Rev
14:13, "And l heard voice from
Heaven saving unto me, Write Blessed
are the dead which die in the Lord
from henceforth; yea, saith the Spirit
that they may rest from their labors,
and their works do follow them" In
the comforting thoughts that were
spoken the assurance was carried
that the deceased had entered the
Life Beautiful, where not one returns
or desires to return.
The music which was rendered by
choir composed of Mrs. s. G. Wall,
Miss Edna Townsend, Miss Helen
Cozad, Mr.. Albert Bagby and Mr..
Frank Lake, was chosen with the re-
gard for the known favorites of the
one who had passed away.
The floral offerings were beautiful
and eloquent evidences of the esteem
in which the young lady was held.
The pail bearers were the Messrs
Nelson DeLuche, Thomas Mccartney
Neil Wilkerson, Louie Obberich, Wal
ter Alexander and Charles DeLuche
The honorary pallbearers were the
Mesdames Gertrude Bagby, Eva Ben
nett, Harry Schrader, Lillian Levar
and the Misses Zadie Mccartney and
Goldie Hooker.
Scores of carriages followed the
remains to Greenmount where all that
was mortal of Rose Waters was lait
to rest.
The members of the sorrowing fam
| lily include the father and mother, Mr.
and Mrs. John Water, two sisters
Mrs. Thomas LOTUS Of Farmingtor
and Miss Ellen Waters and one broth
er, George Waters.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
CITY COMMISSIONERS
IN REGULAR SESSION

AT the regular meeting of the city
council this afternoon the prayers Of
the following petitions for licenses
were granted: Clifford and Henry,
livery; Wood and Morgan, express IL
cense, three wagons; Stroble and
Hutchinson, six pool tables; w. E.
Lewis, express. Hopkins and Craig,
transfer of the San Juan Transfer
company license; J. W. Green, plum
ber
The following persons were grant
ed retail liquor licenses for the per-
iod Of six months: Don Deluzio, Ru-
dolph Moser, Joseph King, Martin
VERGE. John Sategna, John Kellen-
berger, b. Sedleman, C. E. Stilwell
Gilbert and Gill, James Gallery, C. F.
VanBrimmer, Joseph Blatrick, Jacot
Doll, Antonio Salazar, Casad AND
Company, Casper and Dickerson
Remix Mestez, John Baudino, JOSEPH
Conteleon and Bessie Rivers, the last
two being malt liquor licenses only.
The application Of Joe Andrew
for park keeper and Eugene Andrew
for cemetery caretaker we're read ant
ordered placed on file.
Bills aggregating $5.122.79 wer,
presented and allowed.
Bids for dump wagon were open
ed, the following firms submitting es
Inmates which ranged from $1s5 Il
5000: Independent Hardware com
pany, Ball Foundry and Machine
Works. G. H. Clark, jackson Hard
Iwars company, Chapman Hardwar'
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
NINE MEN BURNED TO
DEATH BY NATURAL GAS

MEMPHIS, Tenn, April 6.-Nine
men were instantly killed today in
Caission where they had been at
work, laying the foundation for the
new Harapan bridge, across the Mis-
sissippi river. The men struck q nat
ural gas deposit, which was ignitsd
by the lights carried by the workers,
who were literally cooked to death.
At noon two bodies had been re-
covered. The gas is still burning.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
BILLS WILL BE
PRESENTED THIS WEEK

WASHINGTON, d. c., April g.
1t has been announced that drafts Of
the antitrust bills, drasticalIy toned
down, will be presented this week.
Orders to speed up have been received
by the members of the antitrust leg
islation.
The opinion is gaining ground that
the antitrust program will be cur
tailed or postponed.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
HORSE BREEDERS.

The beautiful stallion Electron i'm
ported from Oldenburg, Germany will
make the stand for the season at the
San Juan stables in Durango. Phone
Red IA. Come and see this beauti-
full horse.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
sprInE L.z..lvs and Blood CIeanser

Spring Laxative and Blood Cleanser.
Flush out the accumulated waste
and poisons Of the winter months;
cleans your stomach, liver and kid
neys Of all impurities. Take Df.
Kings New Life Pills; nothing bsttsr
for purifying the blood. Mid, non-
gripping laxative. Cures consdpat3eu;
makes you fsel fine. Take no stAss.
26c ct your Druggist. {. q
Bueklin's Arniea salvs for ~ Asfsl.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

the enthusiastic Sunday school rally
at Eico yesterday, in which the Sun
nyside, Riverside. N. NJ, and Elco
schools participated. A program OF
unusual interest was greatly enjoyed
by the large number present. A lib
eral collection was taken for the local
work and a generous amount donated
to assist in carrying on the state
work.
Abong the Durango people in at
tendance were Rev. Gaines, Rev. Fair
child. Rev. DAILY and the Messrs
Marsh, Perkins, Green, Marsh and
Marsh. The trip was made in the
Raymond and Mason machines.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
->Clears Complexion - Removes ski
BIemishes.

BlemSheS.
Why go through life embarrassed
and disfigured with .pimples, erup-
tons, blackheads, red rough skin, or
suffering the tortures of Eczema
itch, letter, salt rheum. Just ask
your Druggist for DR.. Hobson's Ec-
zema Ointment. Follow the simple
suggestions and yours skin worries
are over. Mild, soothing, effective.
Excellent for babies and delicate, ten
der skin. Stops chapping. Always
helps. Relief or money back. SOC
at your Druggist.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
Strengthen. weak and Tired women.

Il was under a great strain nurs-
ing a relative through three months
Sickness" writes Mrs. j. C. Van De
Sande, of Kirkland, ILL.,, and Electric
Bitters kept me from breaking down.
will never be without it." Do you
feel tired and worn out? No appe-
tite and food won't digest? 1t isn't
the spring weather. You need Elec-
trio Bitters. Start a months treat
ment today; nothing better for stom-
ach, liver and kidneys. The great
spring tonic. Relief or money back.
Doc and $1.00 at your Druggist.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
MADAM vANsCoYIC. clairvova,

MADAM VANSCOYIC, clairvoyant
medium, will give your future and
full reading for your prosperity and
welfare. Card reading and palmistry...
Call at room 10, McNeeley rooming.
house, Fifth avenue and Main street.
Opposite the passenger depot.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mrs. Charles Morast left for Den
yer yesterday morning to spend the
Eastertide with her husbands mother.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Y A. p. Camp, president Of the First
National bank, and his brother, DR..
Camp, came in from Telluride on last
evenings delayed train DR.. Camp
Is on his way home after passing the
winter months in California.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Joe Terry was an arrival from Sill
verton Saturday night on his way to
Denver to join his wife.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
SUNDAY SCHOOL RALLY
IS WELL ATTENDED

More than one hundred adults and
. score or more of children attended
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Will McCaw went out to his Oxford
ranch this morning where he is feed
ing several hundred head of cattle.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

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Miss Zola Hinkerson of Mancos is
guest at the Savoy.
| }. X. Pond was in from Breen today
on purchasing expedition.
5. j. Stratton was marketer
from Breen today.
Mrs. Mike Champion went out to
her home on the Florida this morning.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. P. Farley of Salt
Lake are guests at the Strater.
James Gallery left for Pennington
this morning on a hurried business
trip.
Rev. Orville Hood of the Florida
mesa transacted business in town to-
day.
John Real outfitted with supplies
today from Graden's for his Kline
sheep camp.
7. d. Harris and W. +. Slade were
business visitors from Kline who
spent the day in town.
School commenced at Hesperus yes
terday, with Mr.. +. Bluck and Miss
M. Kolz in charge.
Mrs. w. II. Craig of the Florida
Mesa tarried over in town last night,
looking after business interests.
John Wesh, prominent business
man Of Cortez, is looking after in
terests in Durango today.
Mr.. and Mrs. =. b. McAttee are
home from Denver where they jour
neyed the latter part of the week.
Owing to this being Holy week,
Mrs. Hawksworth will not give any
dances at He'd Men hall.
W. G. Pochon was among the prom
inent Silverton people who arrived
from the east last night en- route
home.
Ben Rice, Cedar Hill lad, who
has been attending business college in
the east, has completed his course and
returned to his home.
The county commissioners are still
busy allowing claims. The bond of
Constable Barnes of Ignacio was ap-
proved.
Giles Vandegrift and Fred Wilkins
leave for the Vallecito tomorrow to
begin construction work on the VAL
lecito bridge.
Will Terry and family who enjoyed
a brief outing down in the Farming
ton section, returned last night on|
their way to their home in Silverton.
c. X. Cobb went out to Bayfield,
and Ignacio today to supply the
trade with crackers and other ready
for-the-table eats.
Regular train service on the Calu-
met branch has been discontinued
until such time as conditions warrant
its being re-established.
Mrs. Ray Van Deusen, nee Lucy
Morrison, of Bayfield,, is recuperating
from her operation. For time her
recovery seemed very doubtful.
p. II. Newman of Animas Forks,
and w. J. Paterson of Silverton were
bound for Denver this morning on a |
business mission.
C. w. Johnson, the stockman, came
over from Mancos last night on his
way to Arboles, where he recently
purchased bunch Of cattle.
Up to noon today City Treasurer
Hanno reported the water rent col
lections for the quarter totaled 3d.
200, and the cemetery irrigation
$3.50.
Deputy u. s. Marshal Thomas
Clarke was in town last night on Of
ficial business. Some residents in
these parts are wanted to testify be-
fore the grand iurv.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

L. B. Furman, construction engi-
neer for the Denver and Rio Grande,
came up from Pennington Saturday
night, Denver bound.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

The Amador Mercantile company
of TERRA Amarillo are planning to
install an electric light plant at their
place of business. B. E. Hooker went
out there today to figure on the
proposition.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

During their three weeks stay on
the Navajo reservation Photograph
ers VIM. Pennington and j. c. Car
penter were able to secure more than
two hundred pictures of unusual in
terest. They were equipped with a
camping outfit and travelled over the
reservation, where the best material
could be found. They were FORUM
ate in getting excellent pictures of
Indian art and craft, Indian family
life and of many of the folk promin-
ent or notorious in the dusky peoples
communities. Conspicuous among the
last named is picture of the buck
who was responsible for the uprising
in the Shiprock vicinity last fall As
soon as the photographers get the
negatives developed the pictures will
be placed on display.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mrs. Mike Campion is in from the
Florida to consult local oculist.
Bill" Mason was in from Lodo to-
day buying supplies.
Bayfield, has had five funerals in
the past eight days.
1. N. Schaffer was down from the
Animas valley today marketing.
c. Vigil was up from La Pota to-
day purchasing groceries.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

The w. M. Russels will leave SOON
for Durango where in the future they1
will reside.-Pagosa Springs Sun.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mrs. Charles Smith came down
from Hesperus last night suffering
with a most painful form of rheu-
matism. 80 ~
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

c. c. Covey, superintendent of the
Navajo Springs Indian agency, re-
turned from Washington last night
where he accompanied three young
Indians, Nathan Wing, Okowitz and
Greensboro, who journeyed to the ma
tional capital to consult the powers
that be regarding the money that will
soon be due them from the govern
ment for the sale OF lands. The In
dians returned the latter part of the
week and left at once for the reser-
walton. Mr.. Covey stopped for a
short stay in Chicago. From Du-
range to the Springs he is to make
the trip in his new auto. He travels
via Pennington.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mrs. E. s. Whitehead left for her
home in Aztec this morning after a
ten days stay in town. Her daugh-
ter, Miss Anna, who is q patient at
Ochsner's hospital, is improving and
will probably be released from the
institution some time next week.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mrs. Jack Disckman and her hand
some little son "Billie" went out to
Psgosa Junction this morning to take
charge Of the hotel while her mother,
Mrs. Tim Carr. Is in town looking
after the welfare of her husband who
is still q patient at Ochsner hospital.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

The Southern train reached Du-
range four hours late last night. A
freight derailment-two cars of coal
that failed to follow the narrow way
the delay. The trouble oc-
CURED at mile post Ill, short dis
tance from Glencoe.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Roadmaster Gilliand of the D. & r.
&. Southern, was accompanied to
Durango last night by his wife. Mrs.
Gilliand was on her way to La lara.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
PURELY PERSONAL
From Mondays Daily

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Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

James Belmear of Dolores under
went an operation at Mercy hospital
this morning. He stood the ordeal
well and is in good condition this af-
ternoon. -
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Phil Parkinson is home from Ouray,
Delta, Montrose and Telluride where
he spent a couple Of weeks on West
ern Colorado Power company bust
ness.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
sILvERToN ORE SHIPMENTS.

Silverton Miner.
Following are the shipments of con.
centrates and crude ore from the Sill
verton district during the month OF
March:
Mine Cars
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

DR.. William Schumacher returned
last night from Pagosa Junction
where he was called to inspect
sheep that were being driven from
their winter range in New Mexico to
their summer range in Colorado.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Miss Alice Townsend, teacher at the
May Day, returned to her school dut-
les this morning, after spending he
week end with her parents in Animas
City. Miss Townsend closes = nine
months term Of school next month.
The children Of the district have
made most gratifying progress under
her supervision.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

B. A. Candelaria, one of the pros
porous men of Rosa, was a business
visitor in town last night. A new
baby recently arrived at the Candle
'laria home. The fond father is quite
certain it is the finest bit of humanity
that has reached this portion of the
world for many year.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

/. Mrs. Rolla Rivers, = young woman
In her tennis who became the bride Of
Rolla Rivers, less than . year ago,
died at the family home on the west
side Of the river Saturday night, after
an illness Of several months duration.
Her funeral was held from the sac-
red Heart church this morning. Her
devoted husband is broken-heartsd
oyer her death. They were . very
devoted couple who commsnesd their
welded life under very favorable cir.
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Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Giles -Vandegrift, ST., went out to
his Tiffany ranch this morning to
give his attention to operations for
a few days. In short he is depriving
himself of the pleasures of town life
on the installment plant and some
time, not many months hence, will
doubtless transfer his family and
household gods to the country perm
anently.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mr.. and Mrs. T. J. Jones and chill
dren departed for Denver this morn
ing to remain permanently. Mr.. Jones
has had charge Of the Dinamond drill
work in the La Platas.. Operation
ceased short time ago. The COM
pany are not making any explana-
tions. Whether work will be resum-
ed in the future is uncertain.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

E. ]. Holman, secretary of the Sill
verton Commercial club, returned
from the east Saturday evening
where he spent month. The princi.
pal part of his time was passed in
the large commercial centers.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mr.. and Mrs. C. H. Charlton and
Mr.. and Mrs. d. C. Coulson were
among the Durango people who went
out to Bayfield, yesterday to attend
the funeral of the late B. F. Marley.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Miss Minnie Egan of Cortex, who
spent the winter months in her old
home in Texas, returned last night
on her way to the Montezuma valley.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

According to the Mancos Times.
Tribune Rangers Carr and Jepp have
a force of men cleaning and repair.
ing the Mesa Verde National psr}
road, to the ruins, and expect to have
it open for travel by April 15.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Judge E. C. Abbott, Court Stenog
rapher Mrs. McNitt and Clerk E. c
Stafford arrived from Santa Fe las
evening en- route to Aztec to hol,
court.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mrs. Bert vanenderts, nee Ed
Merry, and little son, left for Il
Plata city this morning to Join hel
husband. She has been in the cit,
seven weeks recovering from An IN
ness.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mrs. Tom Kicker and son return
ed from Monte Vista Saturday night
on their way to their home in Man
cos. Mr.. Rickner met them there.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

A. d. Andrews, -in-law O.
Albert Bernard, who has been visit
ing relatives in these parts for tn,
past six months, departed this morn
ing for his home in Pawnee City
Neb.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Yesterday afternoon while clearing
'stumps from some of his ranch lands
south Of town, John M. Rippy, one
of Archuleta county's well and fav-
orably known ranch and stockmen
was killed by an explosion Of dyna.
mite. 1t was the old, old story of .
missed shot that has sent so many
who handle the treacherous stuff, te
eternity. The unfortunate man lived
only q few minutes after receiving
the full force Of the explosion.-Pa,
gOsa SprinRs- Sun.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

A pretty little baby daughter ar
rived at the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
H. Towne Of Hesperus yesterday at
ternoon at 4 o'clock. DIR. Robbins
stock delivered the very welcome new
conner. {,
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

The case of Sitting Bull Tribe No.
4s VS.. Silas Smith, an injunction, il
being heard in district court today.
The controversy dates back to the
days when Mr.. Smith was in charge
of Red Men hall.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

John Kellenberger left on the
Southern this morning to make Man
cos, Cortez and Dolores in the inter-
ests of his julep trade.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

A train load of automobiles consist
ing of eleven cars arrived in the local
yards this morning. Four car loads
of the number are billed to Dolores.
-Four Of the machines were for James
Jarvis, six for the Ford Auto COM
pany, one for the Durango Novelty
Works and one for Mrs. Douglas.
Three Of the Ford cars have been
sold, the owners being C. O. Withrow,
]. A. Pulliam and L. E. jenkins.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09
PURELY PERSONAL
From Tuesdays Daily

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Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

The Aztec Motor club has invited
the Durango Motor club to take a
run down to their town and accept
their hospitality. They have prom
ised their guests chicken dinner.
There is no doubt about the invitation
being accepted, as our Aztec neigh
bors are known to be royal entertain-
ers, and nothing would please our
Motor club people more than to spend
a day with them and emphasize the
kindly feeling that exists between the
two towns.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-04-09

Mr.. and Mrs. D. R. Mckinney and
Master Owen and Mr.. and Mrs. Hub
bard and Burton motored to Bayfield,
yesterday.