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The Prescott daily news., 1915-11-18
IN COMMON PLEAS COURT
 OF NEVADA COUNTY, ARl

W. ". Rice ,....,...... Plaintiff VS. Mrs J. (. Johnson, ..Defelicant
 Warning Order.
The Prescott daily news., 1915-11-18

Mississippi comes to the front with |another lynching; this time the negro merely fired at an officer, and none of the mob was drunk, either, a rule against admitting toughs and drink ing men to the ranks of lynching mobs having been made to be observed.- Chattanooga Times.
The Prescott daily news., 1915-11-18
GOVERNOR HAYS ISSUED SEW
 ERAL PARDONS YESTERDAY

Little Rock, Nov. 18.-Cleveland Pierce, of Judsonia, was charged with the theft of a hes. The evidence against him was wholly circumstan- tial, but he was convicted, and sen tenced to 9 year in the penitentiary.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Davis-Hackett Nuptials.


A very pretty wedding occurred in
the chapel of the convent this morn,
ing at z o'clock, when Mr.. Irl Davis,
son of Mr.. and Mrs. Alexander Da.
Wis, of upper Florida, and Miss Clara
Hackett, daughter of Mrs. 7. G. Ed.
wards, were united in marriage. Rev.
Father Callahan officiated. They were
attended by Miss Grace Davis and
Mr.. Cyril Cummins. Only few near
relatives and intimate friends wit
messed the ceremony. The bride, who
a very pretty picture. Follow
more attractive than on her wedding
morning. The bridesmaid also made
a very attractive picture. Follow
ing the wedding the party went to
the home of the brides parents, where
an elaborate wedding breakfast was
served. Many gifts and good wishes
from their hosts of friends were
showered upon them. Mr.. and Mrs.
Davis will make their home in this
city, having taken apartments in the
Cobb house. corner of Fifth avenue
and Eighth street, where they will be
pleased to welcome their friends.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Keeping In Good Condition.

Many people suffer from indiges-
ton and constipation and do not
know it. A feeling of dullness and
languidness, bitter taste in the mouth,
headache, bilious fever-mos. of those
conditions when you care not sick,
but don't feel right"-can be traced
to sluggish bowels and torpid liver.
Foley Cathartic Tablets cleanse the
system, arouse the liver, Danish indi-
gestion and make you "feel good all
over" light, energetic and ambiti-
Gus. Sold by S. G. Wall, j. L. Par
sons.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
MANY GERMANS KILLED.

PETROGRAD, Jan. l.-The war
office says that the Germans are sac
rificing hundreds in vain effort to
cross the Bzura. The most severe
fighting occurred in the neighborhood
of Kozloff and Biskoupi. The Ger
mans crossed there on pontoon
bridges under cover of darkness. The
Russians withheld fire until the enemy
was across and then the machine guns
annihilated them.
Many engagements have occurred
in south Pilica but with no definite
results. The German losses were
heavy. The government denies the
German claims of successes in the
outer Warsaw defenses.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
AGAINST SHIPMENT
OF WAR MUNITIONS

WASHINGTON, d. c., IAN. A.
DR.. G. ]. Hexamer, president of the
National German American alliance,
representing 100000 persons, ap-
peared before the house foreign COM
mittee today and urged the adoption
of the Vollmer- -Bartholdt resolution
prohibiting shs expectation of muni-
tions to Europe.
He asked that "real neutrality and
an crican fair plan" be shown. He
declared that "every dollar gained
by our munitions business Is tanned
ty the blood of the victims of the
European battlefields."
Several others supported the reso-
luton.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
How To Cure t. L. Grippe Cough.

Coughs that hang on" demand
treatment. Stop and thinkl Reason
and common sense tell you that it is
folly to "grin and bear it." Those
racking la grippe coughs that wrench
the body and cause soreness and
pains in the lungs yield more quickly
to Eoley's Honey and Tar than to
arr other treatment. Forty years rec
ord of successes proves this.S For
coughs, colds, Group and other dis
tressing ailments Of throat, chest
lungs, larynx and bronchial tubes, you
can find nothing that will compare
with this reliable remedy. S. G. Wall,
J. L. Parsons.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
NOTICE OF ADJUSTMENT DAY.

Estate of John T. Graham, Deceased.
The undersigned, having been ap-
pointed Administrator of the estate
of John T. Graham, late of the Coun-
ty of La Plata, in the State of Colo
rado. deceased, hereby gives notice
that he will appear before the County
Court of said La Plata County, at the
Court House in Durango, in said
County, on Monday, the 25th day of
January, A. D. 1915, at the hour of
10 O'Clock a. m. of said day, at which
time all persons having claims against
said estate are notified and requested
to attend for the purpose of having
the same adjusted. All persons in
debted to said estate are requested
to make immediate payment to the
undersigned.
Dated at Durango, Colorado, this
29th day of December, A. D. 1914.
CHARLES C. GRAHAM,
Administrator Of the Estate of John
T. Graham, Deceased.
Ritter & Buchanan, Attorneys.
First Publication Dec. 81, 1914.
Last Publication Jan. 81, 1915.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
FRENCH ADVANCE.

PARIS, Jan. 4.-This afternoons
official statement says that the
French gains in upper Alsace are
slow but steady. The chief fighting
is from Cerney to West Mulhausen
to points west of Stomach. German
counter attacks west of Cerney were
heavily respulsed. The French cap
tured Steinbach church and cemetery.
Operations in northern France and
southern Belgium has ceased because
of the heavy rains and floods. 1t is
calm from the sea to Disc. Artil-
lery exchanges were made in Aisne
and the Champagne districts.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
FRENCH MAKE NEW ADVANCE

PARIS, Jan. 5.-This afternoons
official statement announced that the
French occupied new position near
Alsace and important gains were
made north of range two of five hun
dred yards near Nieuport and St
Georges. The German mining opera
tions west of Lens were prevented
French mortars demolished the
enemy's trenches.
Near Lille the Germans captured
the French trenches. The French
shelled and with bayonets recaptureC
the positions. The fighting is increas
ing in violence.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
BANK NOTICE.

The regular meeting of the share
holders of the First National Bank
of Durango, Colorado, for the eiec-
ton of directors for the ensuing year,
and any other business that may come
before said meeting, will be held at
the office Of said bank, Tuesday, Janu-
airy 18th, 1915, between the hours of
10 a. m. and 4 p. m.
X. A. GAGG,
Cashier.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
STOCKHOLDERS MEETING.

The annual meeting of the share
holders of The Frank Eldredge In
vestment Company will be held at the
office of the Company ON Wednesday,
January goth, 1914, at 1880 p. m.
This meeting is called for the pur
pose Of electing directors for the en-
suing year and for the transaction of
such other business as may come be-
fore the meeting.
FRANK ELDREDGE,
Secretary.
First Publication Dec. "a, 1914.
Last Publication Jan. II, 1914.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
EUROPE HOPES FOR
SUCCESS OF PROTEST

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. A
canvass of diplomatic circles discloses
all Europe except the allies hope that
Americas negotiations with England
over the shipping protest succeed
The neutrals expect it will increase
commerce. Germany hopes to get
cotton and food which now reaches
them only uncertainty.
Because of the delicacy of the sit
uation the diplomats refused to talk
publicly. They private declared that
England's course caused enormous
financial loss to the neutrals. 1t is
stated the food question in Germany
lis becoming important
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
MUST PASS PURCHASE BILL.

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. s.
President Wilson today declared that
a government ship purchasing bill
may be enacted at this session of con-
gress. He is confident of success, but
hinted that an extra session would be
called unless it was passed. He told
callers that more shipping facilities
were imperative.
Rural credits may crown the legis-
lative program. The president indi-
Gated that his indianapolis speech, on
January 8, would be the opening gun
of the 1916 campaign.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
BRITISH COMPLAIN TO U. s.

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. s.
1t is reported shipping protest to
the Germans is possible. 1t is learned
that the question of Germany's secur-
ing coal, oil and other contrabands
from America are involved in the ne
gotiations with England. The British
complained that the coal shipped from
America fell into German hands be-
cause it is sent under misleading
clearance papers.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
AFFIRMs DECISION OF COURT.

DENVER, Jan. 4.-The supreme
court today affirmed the decision of
the lower court granting judgment
of $46,O72 in favor of the Moorhead
Mining company against the Liberty
Bell Mining company of Telluride
The suit was instituted in San Mi
guel county, the plaintiff alleging
that the defendant company was talk
ing ore from beneath its property.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
DISCOVERY OF GERMAN
PLOT CAUSES ARRESTS

NEW YORK, Jan. 4.-Over thirty
more arrests of Germans and Ger
man-Americans is expected in the al
legged nationwide plot to aid Ger
many by manipulating fraudulent
American passports for the benefit of
reservists. Carl Ruerode, who is un-
der arrest, expects to get the requir-
ed $4,000 bail today. 1t is rumored
that high officials in the German gov
ernment are involved.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
WHEAT PRICES SOARING.

CHICAGO, Jan. 4.--Wheat reached
the highest price in Il year today.
May closed at $1.341s; July at S1.22,
an increase of three cents over Sat
urday's close. Depressing reports of
the Russian crop aided the demand.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
GERMANS lombard
BRITISH SUPPLY SHIP

BERLIN, Jan. Sit Is an
nounced that German aviators
b0mbarded the British ammuni-
tion bases at COudekerque and
Rosendale near Dunkirk and de-
stroyed a quantity of ammuni-
tion. Coudekerque was partly
burned and a hundred British
were wounded.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
In Memory Of Frances willard.

At the regular monthly meeting of
the w. C. I. U. to be held in the
basement of the library tomorrow aft
ernoon, the program will be filled with
interesting things that center around
the life of the late Frances Willard,
the date of her birthday anniversary
being close at hand.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
DROP BOMBS ON GERMANS.

AMSTERDAM, Jan. 4-French
aviators bombarded the German
aviation station at Etterbeek near
Brussels and destroyed the diri-
gible shed and killed several Ger
man soldiers.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
sLAvs DEFEATED BY TURKS.

CONSTANTINOPLE (Via Berlin
and London), Jan. At is announc-
ed that the Persian and Bulgarian
volunteers aiding the Turkish army,
were defeated by the Russians in
northeast Sautsch, killing two hun
dred men and capturing two guns.
The Turkish successes claimed Sary-
mysh. The Russians attempted to
land marines at Jaffa and failed.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
WEEKLY SUMMARY OF
N. Y. METAL MARK Ell

December "a to 80, inclusive;
COPPER-Prices have dropped
slightly, but sales have been brisk
Several million pounds have chang
ed hands.
LEAD-Domestic demand is light,
but foreign demand continues to be
the mainstay of the market, though
not as large as it has been.
SPELTER-Market continues weak,
domestic consumers are not in the
market, nearly all sales being made
for export.
SLIVER-Orders from London con-
tinue to support the market, appar-
emily for China account.
n.sl., Drs~aa nf toI
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
GERMANS CAPTURE TRENCHES

BERLIN, Jan. Sit is announced
the Germans captured two hundred
meters of trenches north of Arras,
capturing many prisoners. The French
assaults in Argonne were repulsed
and the allied attacks between Stein
bach and Aufholz defeated. The
northern Poland situation is unchang-
ed. The German attacks at Bzura
and northeast $Bolimow are progress
ing.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Coasiing Parties.

The Pheney hill, on Eleventh street,
is the mecca for all pleasure seekers
who enjoy coasting. Every evening
it is thronged with young people and
a few who have left their youth be-
hind. The track is in fine condition,
and it is located on a place where the
danger from accidents is reduced To
a minimum.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
List for the Wedding Bells.

We have IL on good authority that
there will be wedding in our town
tonight The bride-elect is very at
tractive girl who arrived in the city
early in the week. The party Of the
first part--we mean the second part
lis scheduled to arrive on ono Of to-
nights incoming trains.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
RUSSIANS DEFEAT TURKS.

PETROGRAD, Jan. 5.-It has been
announced that the Turks were rout-
ed in Caucasus and the ninth corps
was surrounded and surrendered. All
Turk positions have been taken and
enormous munitions and supplies cap
tured. The Russians, reinforced,
thanked and split the Turkish army.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Mercy Hospital Notes.

Lee Bane, of Ignacio, is leaving in
a few days. He was very ill with
typhoid fever for several weeks. Thos.
Hughes, an employe of the smelter,
was operated on this morning. Mrs.
Fred Mckay goes home in few days.
Mr.. Wilkerson is improving.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
To Visit in Pueblo.

Eugene Strawn, one of the most
prosperous rancnmen of the Pine
River valley, leaves Monday for Pu-
ebo to visit friends and relatives. He
expects to remain until spring. Mr..
Strawn was in Durango today bid
ding farewell to his many friends.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

was not much to speak Of in the
house, yet we understand there was
about 700 pounds Of flour, some can
ned fruit and bed went up in smoke.
There was no insurance.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
SUPREME COURT ADJoURNs.

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. A.
Supreme court adjourned Immediate
ly after convening because of the fu-
neral of the late Major j. NJ. Wright,
its late marshal. No decisions were
rendered.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
CHECK HUNGARY INVASION.

VIENNA, Jan. 4.-Experts think
the invasion of Hungary is checked.
The Germans and Austrians are CO.
operating near Gorlice and the Rus
SLAMS claim victory there, but this is
denied.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
SECRETARY WILSON
NAMES CONCILIATORs

WASHINGTON, D. c., Jan. s.
Secretary of Labor Wilson named
Daniel Keefe, x-commissioner of i'm
migration, and Hywell Davies, federal
conciliators of the Ohio and West Vir-
ginia strikes. The conciliators leave
tonight after comforting with Wilson.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Looking After Business Interests.

Mr.. and Mrs. G. e. Lyons arrived
from Ration last night to assist the
efficient force at Richey's outline
their business program for the new
year. Since their departure on Janu-
ary 8, 1914, they passed the greater
part of the time in California.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Near Traxedy.

The hoary joke about the man who
lost his baggage because the cork
came out, very nearly materialized
at the depot this morning when a
resident of a progressive burg not
far away dropped his suit case. The
lock gave way, letting the contents
two well filed quart bottles from a
wet goods emporium--roll out.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
How Did Feterita Yield?

Several farmers of La Plata county
sowed feterita last spring. We would
be interested to know the yield.
As yet we have not received any re-
ports regarding it.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Death of Mrs. benjamin LegiII.

Mrs. Maggie Legill, beloved wife
of Benjamin Legill, died at ochs-
ner's hospital this morning about 5
o'clock after serious illness of four
weeks duration. For two years she
had been far from well but not until
a month ago was her condition con-
sidered critical. The deceased was a
native of Germany. She was AZ years
of age. Durango had been her home
for number of years. She was an
estimable woman held in highest re-
gard by all who shared her acquaint-
ance. In addition to her husband,
she is survived by her four children,
Mrs. Arthur Weinig of Telluride,
Miss Frona Legill, Miss Helen Legill
and Ben Legill. The funeral will be
held from st. Columba's church Fri
day, the hour to be designated later.
The Women of the Woodcraft will
have charge of the services at the
grave.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Home From Denver.

Mr.. and Mrs. b. Glaser and little
son are home from Denver, where
they spent the greater part of the
holiday season visiting with their son
Jay, who is University of Colorado
student. Mr.. Chaser embraced the OPP
portunity to look after various busi-
ness interests.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

The trouble with the man who can
cat anything is that he does it.
Before they were married she said
sweetly: II had such pleasant even
ing" After marriage, Wasn't the
show rottsnf"
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Seeking a Warmer Climate.

DR.. j. r. Trotter and Roscoe Hue
sted, of Mancos, were guests at the
Strater last night who stated they
were on their way to Arizona to en-
joy the semi-tropical climate that is
supposed to be found there.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
The Finest Boy of 1919.

County Stenographer Peters and
wife are welcoming to their home a
fine s-pound-or is it 9-pound-boy,
who arrived shortly after 2 o'clock
this afternoon. The newcomer has
shown such excellent judgment in
choosing his parents we may expect
great things of him in the future.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Neglected Mining Case.

The Neglected mining case is sched-
uled for tomorrow. J. A. Edwards
and R. M. Hamer arrived from En-
poria last night in the interests of
the stockholders. ]. A. Edwards is a
brother of Sam Edwards, at one time
connected with the Herald in the ca
pacity of news gatherer.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Guardian Appointed.

The county court has appointed
Mrs. Martha Myers, of Bayfield,,
guardian of Oscar, Duncan and Ellen
Myers and the junior Woodward
child.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
To Sign Peace Petitions.

In common with school children the
United States over, La Plata county
school children will soon be given an
opportunity to sign petitions address,
ed to the rulers of the European ma
tions engaged in war, asking that
they stop fighting at once and adjust
their differences through the Hague
tribunal. Elsewhere the petitions will
be handled through the county super
intendent's office, and it is supposed
that this will be the procedure here.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
LONDON EXCHANGE OPENS.

LONDON, Jan. 4.--T'he stock
exchange opened this morning
after being closed for 5 months.
The market was fairly steady.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Public Installation of Officers.

The Woman's Relief corps will
hold joint installation of officers with
the G. A. r. at w. o. W. hall to-
morrow night at the usual meeting
time.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

ne ouuuoy 1cHOoi ~ buo aunuai
election reelected all of the officers
except the secretary. Matthew Will
son succeeds to that office. As a
tribute to the faithful and efficient
four years Of service of J. W. Scogjn
as superintendent, he was reelected
to that office.
Allison has a school that is up
to the minute in every particular.
Lest term a Singer sewing machine
vas put in for the domestic science
work. The latest innovation is the
serving of hot soup or chocolate at
noon to the pupils. The parents fur
nish the material which is prepared
by the teachers and pupils.
The Willing Workers society was
entertained last Saturday by Mrs.
McChesney. Following the business
meeting dainty refreshments were
served. The following officers were
elected for 1915: President, Mrs.
J. s. Turman; vice president Miss
Scofeld; secretary, Mrs. Will Wood
ard; treasurer, Mrs. Scogin. During
the four years of Mrs. Turman's able
leadership, the society has paid $500
principal and interest ON the manse
debt, besides many smaller amounts,
such as papering the church and a
donation TO the Belgian relief fund.
New Years eve the high school pre-
sented the play, "Ten Nights in a
Bar Room" to large and apprecia-
tive audience. Not only were the parts
we'll assigned, but they were SO well
apadted to the players that the sue
cess Of the play was assured. Fol-
lowing is the dramatic personnel:
The tavern keeper, Sylvio Luchini.
The tavern keepers wife, Bertha
Young.
The tavern keepers son, Calisto
Luchini.
Harry Green, Alex Brown.
A travelling man, Fred Montoya.
Joe Morgan, John Perino.
Joe Morgans wife, Myrtle Wood
ard.
Joe Morgan's daughter, Dorothy
Boroughs.
Willie Hammond, Matthew Wilson
Mehitable, Carl Lake.
Mr.. Switchell, John Degrano.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
|LAJoIE RELEASED
TO THE ATHLETICS

CLEVELAND, Jan. 5.--It is an
nouncedI here today that Napoleon
Lajoie has been released to the Phila-
delphia Athletics.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

FOR RENT-P. G. Ellis ranches on
Fit. Lewis mesa for 1915. See Rock
wood & Perkins, Durango, Colo.
W-11-12-f
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
Five Cents Proves It.

A Generous Offer. Cut out this
I'd, enclose with cents to Foley &
Co., Chicago, ILL.,, writing your name
and address plainly, and receive a
fres trial package containing Foley's
Honey and Tar Compound, for
coughs, colds and Group; Foley Kid
ney Pills, for kidney and bladder
esfnplaints. baekache, pains in joints,
tASumatism; and Foley Catbartic
Thkists, wholesome and thoroughly
t3tonSing eathnxtic Try al three for
! 1sn1s, ths cast Of mailing. Sold
y ID. q. Wall, Z. Z Parsons:
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

Miss Emma Probst returned to Du.
range Saturday after spending the
holidays with the home folks.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

Ben Carmen and wife are visiting
with Mrs. Garments parents this
week.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Handley en-.
tertained at New Years dinner Mr.
and Mrs. Miller and children.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

Dave Mason was a business visitor
in Durango Saturday.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

The Sunday school held its annual
election of officers Sunday, the fol-
lowing being elected: Mrs. Probst,
superintendent; Miss Mason, secre-
tary; Miss Frazier, organist, and Mrs.
Masters, choirster.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

Mr.. and Mrs. Miller drove to Du-
range, the latter to visit the dentist
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07
sUNNYsIDE ITEMS.

u a n y n u n n a n a q n n n d
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

Ellis Mcdaniel and son Ed, of Riv-
erside, were Sunday visitors at Wal
ter Anderson's.
Semi-weekly herald., 1915-01-07

| The Twenties Century Version.
"The fellow worth while is the one
who will smile when Christmas bills
come in"