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Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
Funeral of DIR. X. z. Snyder.


The funeral of DIR. q. X. Snyder,
president of the State Teachers col
lege was held from the lobby of the
administration building Of the col
lego yesterday Dir. B. T. Vincent
of Denver acting as chaplin of the
Grand Lodge of Masons of Colorado,
assisted by Rev. C. U. Huett. pastor
of the Greeley NJ. E. church, con-
quoted the services. A special train
;ras run from Denver, carrying prom
inent Masons, educators and church
man for the funeral. The body was
laid TO rest in Linn Grove cemetery
in the town that had been the home
of the deceased for quarter of CEN
tury.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
Joinst Ranks of Honest Farmers.

Joinst Ranks of Honest Farmers.
Frank Edminston is now an honest
farmer. After attending to his rail
road duties, conductor on the Pagosa
Springs run, he farms by the light
of the lantern. w. II. Pollard,
familiarly knows as "Polly" succeeds
him on the passenger run between Du-
range and Alamosa.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
To Open Law offices in Pasadena.

After spending 15 or more years
in active practice of law in Southern
Colorado, A. Rex Mollette left for
Pasadena, California this morning,
where he will open an office. Mr..
Mollette is well versed attorney
clean of purpose and direct of thought
and action, and an estimablc gen.
tleman. worthy of the respect in which
he is held and it is with regret our
people see him go. We wish him well
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
Sheep Dipping.

Sheep dipping is occupying the time
of the flock masters in the La Boca
and Pagosa Junction vicinities just
now. 1t is estimated that more than
10000 head will be dipped at these
points this season.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Elliott McGilliard of Mancos. was a
business visitor in Durango last even
ing. Recently he and his partner,
Wilkie MeLin sold their entire herd
of range cattle to Frink e. Stephens
and will devote their entire atten-
tion to sheep raising.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
On Ranch Business.

Isaac Daniels, one of the prosper
Gus ranchmen of the Pine river vale
made one of his frequent trips to Du-
range today. Ranch business occas.
stoned his presence here.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Undertaken Fred Ames is expected
to return from Dolores tonight with
the body of Felix Dasuez who was
accidentally shot by Peter Garcia, the
ID. & r. G. section foreman by whom
he was employed. Dasuez's remains
will be sent to his home in New Mex
leo for burial.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
William Crimes Father Dead.

The father of William Grimes of
the Graden Mercantile company died
before his son reached his bedside.
Mr.. Grimes left for Denver on the
first train after receiving the news
of the serious illness of the aged
man. When he reached home his
father had been dead several hours.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
Married This Afternoon.

Mir. Sheridan Cundiff and Mrs.
Oracle Throckmorton, both of Bay
field were united in marriage this
afternoon at the Methodist parsonage,
the Rev. j. Albert Dean officiating.
Mr. and Mrs. Cundiff left for Bay
field where they expect to make their
future home.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
Health Improving.

Word comes from Hot Springs,
Arkansas that the condition of Ex-
County Clerk Conroy shows some i'm
provement. For months he has been
in very poor health and for a time it
appeared his prospects for recovery
were slight.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. Knowles of Humbolt, Iowa,
and Mrs. Blackford of st. Louis, de-
parted for their respective homes this
morning after fortnight's visit with
their brother J. s. Taylor and fam
ily.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
LOCAL AND PERSONAL
FROM WEDNESDAYS DAILY

Mrs. j. A. Coppinger and daughter
Gladys came in from the Pine Ridge
ranch last night.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
To Spend Month in California.

j. j. link, one of the progressive
farmers of the Animas valley left
this morning for California where he
will spend month attending the ex-
positions and visiting his father, who
resides in San Diego.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
Ore Shipments.

Fourteen cars of ore from the Tel
luride district arrived last night. The
shipment was divided as follows:
Tomboy, seven cars; Liberty Bell two
cars; Wagner, two cars; Smuggler,
2 cars.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

w. J. Lloyd. general manager Of
the western division of the Western
Union Telegraph company is here on
an inspection trip. His headquar-
ters are in Denver.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

A. B. Mcclure of Aztec and E. B
Hendricks Of Riverside left for the
Allison section this morning on road
business.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

William Meleugin, one of the pros
porous farmers of the Thompson's
park section. left for home this morn
ing.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mr.. and Mrs. W. H. Gross and the
latter's father, Charles Shaffer ar
rived from Pennington last night on
their way to Bunker Hill. Kansas.
The trip is health seeking one on
the part of Mrs. Gross.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

V. w. Hungerford and f. S. Pas
torius, prominent residents of Colo
RADIO Springs are transacting busi-
ness in this section. Extensive land
interests on the Florida mesa are in
cluded in their holdings in the south
west.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. Emory Brown of Animas City
entered Ochsner's hospital last even
ing, suffering with severe form of
stomach trouble.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

of fire. John Sategna was granted
a pool table license. The Pen-Dyke
studio was given permission to erect
an electric sign. Second hand deal
ers who failed to pay their licenses
are slated for trouble if the coin is
not forthcoming. Arrangements to
regulate the water schedule charges
fo- Animas City were considered and
agreed upon. The matter of purchas-
ing a new sprinkler wagon was dis
cussed, the seating capacity of the
present vehicle being considered in
adequate for all who desire seat
on the water wagon after January /.
City Manager Hood reported the ce-
ment dam in Reservoir Number l
complete and the water supply in Res
ervoir Number l in excellent con-
dition.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. Adellie Ricketts, left for her
home in the Pennington section this
morning after visiting friends in the
Durango section.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. M. Ball returned to San Juan
county, N. NJ, this morning after
spending Sunday with her daughter
Mrs. E. X. Chase.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

John Crawford was in from Hay
Gulch this afternoon buying neces-
stiles for the ranch.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. Henry Akers and sister, Mrs
Salabar departed for California thi'
morning TO attend the expeditions,
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
Prosperity Indicated
by Bank Statements.

The bank statements published in
today's Herald indicate the flourish
ing condition of our financial insti-
tutions and also the general pros
perity of the section. The deposits
show an increase of nearly four hun
dred thousand dollars since the last
reports were published, little over
two months ago. Money received
from stock shipments has had no
small part in swelling the funds to
their present proportions. S1,759,-
114.5S. fakAE
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
Social Feature.

A feast with City Manager Hood,
City Clerk Myers and Fire Chief Die
trieh presiding as hosts, and the men,
oers OF the city council as honor
guests was the feature of the council
meeting last night. Oysters, celery.
olives, pickles, onions, rye bread.
cheese coffee, etc, were included in
the good things served. A fish story
originated after the participants had
enjoyed to the utmost all the good
things on the menu.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Tobe Apperson was in from the Salt
Creek vicinity today buying ranch
supplies at Otis-Mc McGirr's.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
LOCAL AND PERSONAL
FROM MONDAYS DAILY

Mr.. and Mrs. Joe Powell left for
home today after tarrying over here
since Saturday.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Joe Andrews went out to Florida
mesa this morning where he will put
in the week trimming the Griffith
Brothers orchard.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

L. v. Hill and B. Montoya of La
Plata, N. NJ. outfitted with supplies
at Graden's this afternoon.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
TO LEASE STATE LANDS

Office OF the state Board OF Land Commits
stoners, Denver. Colo, oct. q, 1915.
Notice Is hereby given that W. 10. Minner
whose postonice address IS Durango- Colo,
has mnde application No. ASH to lease the
following described school lands, situate in
Ln Plhtu county, Colorado, to-wlt:
All OF section 10, township 80 y, range ii W
Notice is further hereby given tnnt ali
other persons desiring TO nile an application
to lease this tract OF land must ME the
same In this Office prior to Nov. n 1915, as
no other application to lease the above de
scribed lands viii be considered after shid
J. +. VIVIAN,
Register State Board Land Commissioners.
First Publication Nov. 4.
Last publication Nov. 20.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. Elmer Fleisher was in from
the Florida mesa this morning, on
a shopping expedition. Since the
cold weather started, skating on the
pond is the favorite recreation of
the residents of her locality
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
To Meet Son and Bride.

Sheriff Dufur and wife came up
from Aztec last night to meet their
son w. H. Dufur and his charming
wife, Ridgway girl who became
his bride four days ago.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

NOTICE TO CREDITORS.
State OF Colorado
County of La Plata
IN TIE MATTER OF THE ASSIGN
MENT OF WILL HART.
NOTICE is hereby given that ON
the 18th day of October 1915, VIII
Hart made a general assignment for
The benefit of all his creditors, nam
ing the undersigned as assignee, who
is duly qualified and is now acting as
such assignee.
The estimate of the aggregate val
ue sf all Of the property of the assign
or is Sl,696.35. The estimate of the
amount of his liabilities is S2,S2s.4s.
Each creditor is hereby notified
to present his claim under oath to the
Undersigned assignee within three
months from the date of mailing this
notice Of assignment, dated Durango,
october %, 1915.
CLAYTON C. PERKINS,
Assignee,
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

If ever yon had bargain from us
since we are merchandising in Du-
Tango yci will get a greater one
from us now. There is not store to-
day in the Union that pays rent and
hires help that can or will give you
equal bargains to ours. Yesterday
we received sweaters. We have paid
an advance of $500 on dozen. Prices
in the east are going up. Prices at
our store are going down, to effect
clean sweep of our present sock.
BROs.B
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

The snow fall of the past few days
VIII increase the water supply for
mining and milling some and is quite
acceptible.-Telluride Examiner.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
MIDDLE BRIDGE NOTES.
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Moss school is preparing an inter
esting program for Thanksgiving. 1t
will probably be held on Wednesday
evening.
The ground is freezing so much as
% make plowing almost out of the
question.
William BaXla is undecided wheth-
er to have a sale or charter car
20 Emmett, Idaho.
George Brett was up last week from
Flora Vista with some late peaches.
Miss Wiehe, the Moss school teach
er enjoyed visit with Mrs. Til
man Glover and family one night
last week.
Joe Sullivan traded wheat to Glenn
Brothers for a supply of flour.
Mrs. l. w. Daniels will entertain
the ladies OF the neighborhood at a
sewing bee at her home next Satur-
day afternoon.
Thanksgiving will soon be here and
we may each find many things to be
thankful for.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

James Trimble is over from Do
lores making preparations to join a
party of La Plata county folk on an
auto trip to California.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mr.. and Mrs. Richard Hendricks
returned to Cedar Hill this morning
where they are engaged in the mer-
camille business. They spent three
days in Durango on business and
pleasure.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

]. b. De Long left for his home in
Glen's Falls. New York this morn
ing after fortnight's visit with his
daughter, Mrs. Harry Austin.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

County Attorney j. A. Pulliam was
among the Durango people who wit
messed the School CT Mines football
team capture the honors from the
State University by a score of 13 to
<
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. Mary Tit, beloved wife of
Frank Tit died at Ochsner hospital
last evening, where she had been a
patient for number of months, suf-
fering from complication of troub-
lie. The deceased was born in Iowa
81 years ago. She is survived by her
husband, babe and 14-year old child
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. L. Cur
rent, and three brothers and
two sisters. The remains were
taken to the Ames & Bradford
Undertaking parlors. Tomorrow
they will be forwarded to Aztec for
burial. Mr.. and Mrs. L. Current and
Mrs. Bay went to Aztec today to COM
plete the funeral. arrangements.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. Clara Richter is here from
st. Louis to stay for a time with
her daughter. Mrs. Frank Hickman
of Mancos, who is n patient in Och
sner's hospital.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

The excellent results which ranch
men had who experimental with Su-
dan grass the past season indicate
1T will prove as profitable to the
dry farming communities as alfalfa
has to the irrigated sections. One
man who sowed his seed on June 8
cut two and one half tons to the acre.
1t grew to height of more than six
feet, The seed sold last spring for
20 cents pound and two pounds is
ample for an acre. A number of
farmers in the basin are planning to
raise it next year.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Mrs. Melville and brother, Henry
Fruchcy of Denver are in from Camp
Rosemell on the Vallecito river
where they have been engaged in do
ing assessment work.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
City Council Proceedings.

At the regular meeting of the city
council last night the matter of pur-
chasing a La France motor fire truck
was considered. The board agreed
to allow the company to demonstrate
the truck in Durango in March when
the streets are in bad condition. If
it works successfully, they will prob
ably purchase it, making the pay
ments in three years, $1,000 down
and $1,000 each year for the next
three years and $1,000 in 1919. The
council hopes to reduce the present
excessive fire insurance rates by mo-
torizing the fire department equip
ment. In line with this the coun-
Gil also discussed condemning un-
slightly buildings about town In early
spring, thereby lssssping the danger
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Thanksgiving will soon be here and
we may each find many things to be
thankful for.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

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Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

The ground is freezing so much as
% make plowing almost out of the
question.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

LOCAL AND PERSONAL
FROM MONDAYS DAILY
Mr.. and Mrs. Joe Powell left for
home today after tarrying over here
since Saturday.
John Crawford was in from Hay
Gulch this afternoon buying neces-
stiles for the ranch.
Mrs. M. Ball returned to San Juan
county, N. NJ, this morning after
spending Sunday with her daughter,
Mrs. E. X. Chase.
Mrs. Adellie Ricketts, left for her
home in the Pennington section this
morning after visiting friends in the
Durango section.
Joe Andrews went out to Florida
mesa this morning where he will put
in the week trimming the Griffith
Brothers orchard.
James Trimble is over from Do
lores making preparations to join a
party of La Plata county folk on an
auto trip to California.
]. b. De Long left for his home in
Glens Falls. New York this morn
ing after a fortnight's visit with his
daughter, Mrs. Harry Austin.
Mrs. Clara Richter is here from
St. Louis to stay for time with
her daughter. Mrs. Frank Hickman
of Mancos, who is patient in Och
sner's hospital.
Mrs. Melville and brother, Henry
Fruchey of Denver are in from Camp
Rosemell on the Vallecito river
where they have been engaged in do
ing assessment work.
County Attorney j. A. Puliam was
among the Durango people who wit.
messed the School CT Mines football
team capture the honors from the
State University by a score of 13 tS
Mr.. and Mrs. Richard Hendricks
returned to Cedar Hill this morning
where they are engaged in the mer
camille business. They spent thre,
days in Durango on business ant
pleasure.
Mrs. Elmer Fleisher was in from
the Florida mesa this morning, oil
shopping expedition. Since tn
cold weather started, skating on tn
pond is the favorite recreation o
the residents Of her locality.
v. w. Hungerford and f. S. Pas
torius, prominent residents of Colo
RADIO Springs are transacting busi
ness in this section. Extensive lam
interests on the Florida mesa are in
cluded in their holdings in the south
west.
Undertaken Fred Ames is expecte
to return from Dolores tonight wit
the body of Felix Dasuez who wa
accidentally shot by Peter Garcia, tn
ID. 4 r. G. section foreman by whor
he was employed. Dasuez's remain
will be sent to his home in New Mex
leo for burial.
Ore Shipments.
Fourteen cars of ore from the Tel
luride district arrived last night. TIL
shipment was divided as follows
Tomboy, seven cars; Liberty Bell tw
cars; Wagner, two cars; Smugglel
2 cars.
Service of Public Library.
During the four hours the Duran
go Public library was open yestei
day afternoon i22 persons called eitf
er to exchange books or spend awhil
in the reading room. This is elc
quent evidence of the Importance @
the institution to the town.
Sheep Dipping.
Sheep dipping is occupying the tim
of the flock masters in the La Boo
and Pagosa Junction vicinities jus
now. 1t is estimated that more tha
10000 head will be dipped at thes
points this season.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

William Baxla is undecided wheth-
er to have sale or charter a car
20 Emmett, Idaho.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18
NUMBER 2722.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS.
State OF Colorado
SIS.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-11-18

Joe Sullivan traded wheat to Glenr
Brothers for supply of flour.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1915-10-09
Grand and Petit Jurors for October
Term of Court.

STATE OF LOUISIANA
Parish OF Grant
hereby ,rtify that the following is a correct
list Of the Grand and Petit Jurors drawn aud se-
lectei tossrve for the October term OF the Dis
triet Court. in and for the parish of Grant La.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1915-10-09
CATTLE SHOW AT
THE STATE FAIR.

With liberal premiums offered and
splendid accommodations guaranteed.
interest is growing in regard TO the
cattle exhibit at the Louisiana State
Fair. November 8 to inclusive. 1t is
not possible at this tine to tell the
number of head that will be shown,
but the prospects are very promising,
indicating a reeord-breaking show.
The inquiries convince the manage
ment that many of the leading stock
breeders OF the country will be repre-
scented. and that Louisiana breeders
will also be on hand in larger num-
Ter than ever before. There will be
many general and special premiu ms,
ard classes in which all the exhibit rs
ray comrete. The livestock Industry
in Louisiana the past few years has
grown in popularity in Louisiana, and
a great deal of the interest necessary
TO bring about this development has
been created at State Fair exhibits
and contests. The one this year is
expected to prove as helpful as, if not
more helpful, than the exhibit at the
preceding fairs.
There will be $500 in general
prizes for cattle. 1t will be divided
among the breeds as follows: Short
Horn, Herefords, Red Polled, Polled
Durhams, Aberdeen Angus, Jerseys,
Louisiana Jerseys, Guernseys, Hol-
stein.
c. H. Staples, Louisiana State UNI
versity, will again be superintendent,
while E. NJ Hall, Carthage. Mo-, will
be judge of beef breeds, and H. G.
Van Pelt of Waterloo. Iowa, will again
judge the dairy breeds.
Catalogue and premium list will be
furnished upon application to Louis
N. Brueggerhoff, secretary o. the
Louisiana State Fair Association,
Shreveport, a.
1t is also desired that prospective
exhibitors keep in mind that this
parish tCaddo) will be free of the
tick, and all cattle from free Districts
may come without any apprehension;
also, there will he srecial place for
cattle from quarantined sections.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1915-10-09
UNIVERSITY WILL
MAKE AN EXHIBIT

Visitors TO the Louisiana State Fair
November 3-S inclusive. will be giver
the pleasure of seeing many exhibits
from the class rooms. work shops, ex
pertinent farms and other branches o.
the Louisiana State University am
Agricultural & Mechanical CGlleg.
Baton Rouge The exhibit, which Wi.
touch the work of the various depart.
ments of the big institution. viii be
placed in the General Exposition
Building.
The exhibit will be pre9ared under
direction OF Col. T D Boyd the presi-
dent, and DR. w r Dodson. the dean
and director of the experiment sta.
tons. A corps Of willing asst tants
will cooperate In almost every de.
partment of the fair there will be
representation from the university,
which fully values the Fair
For catalogue and other information
write to Secretary l. n. Brueggerhof
Shreveport. Dates of fair. November
8 toS
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1915-10-09
REST ROOMS ARE
FURNISHED WOMEN

For the convenience and comfort of
women and children attending the
Louisiana State Fair. number of
rest rooms and comfort stations have
been located on the grounds and in
different buildings There will be
signs designating these places, which
have been conveniently located.
Members of women's clubs of Shreve-
port will have general charge of the
rest rooms and every possible courtesy
will be shown visitors. There will al
SO be competent nurses and attendants
present. and prompt and proper ser.
vice may be had at all times during
the fair
For catalogue ard premium list OF
the fair, or for other information,
write to Secretary Louis N Bruegger.
hof.. Shreveport The tair opens
November 3. running through Novem-
Der s.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1915-10-09
EXPERIMENT FARMS
OF RURAL SCHOOLS

II you wish to know what the agri
cultural high schools of Louisiana are
doing. visit their booths at the State
Fair at Shreveport. November 3-S. in
the agricultural building. In these
booths there will be collections o
specimens from their experiment
farms The exhibits will demonstrate
that these schools are teaching the
boys and girls OF Louisiana valuable
lessons in scientific methods of farm
ing
Prizes aggregating $3.50 in cash have
been offered for the schools mekip9
the most credi.able displays There
are about fifty of the schools and al
are urged to take part
P L Guilbeau of Baton Rouge. will
be superintendent Of this department
For catalogue and premium lists ap
ply to Louis X BrueggerhSff. secre
.ary Shreveport
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1915-10-09
Coughs That are stopped!

Careful people see that they are stop
ped. DR.. Bing's New Discovery is a
remedy of tried merit. 1t has held its
own on the market for 46 years. Youth
and old age testify to its soothing and
healing qualities. Pneumonia and lung
troubles are often caused by delay of
treatment. DIR. Kings New Discovery
stops those hacking coughs and relieves
lagrippe tendencies. Money back if it
fails. soc and 81 00.-Adv.-2.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1915-10-09
MODEL DAIRY WILL
BE FAIR FEATURE

A model dairy will be among the
Interesting attractions at the louisa
rs State Fair November tc s in
elusive II will be ar exhibit through
which splendid lessons will be taught.
The main object is TO teach the people
how profitable L is 10 conduct a mod
err dairy, whether in The home or for
The market. The model dairy viii
demonstrate the saving in time iabcI
and expense over the old methods OF
.hurning. milking. etc.
This attraction VIII be seen in the
cattle division. and Will be in charge
of c. II. Staples. Baton Rouge. as su.
perintendent.
For catalogue and other information
apply to Secretary l. N. Bruegger.
hoff. Shreveport