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The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-03-20
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by Mary Angel PurVIs
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Copyright, 1916, w. G. Chapman.)
The young man who had just
cleaned the snow from Mrs. Jordan's
walk knocked twice at the kitchen
door, but no one answered the sum-
mons. He pushed the door open and
closed it after him.
The warmth and comfort were
agreeable to him. The smell of cook
ing reminded him that he had not
eaten anything since the day pre-
vious. Hector Greene was anxious
to get pay for the first snOw-clean-
ing he had ever done and go to the
nearest restaurant. He waited a,
minute or two to enjoy the warmth.
Then he started to shuttle around
and even call, to attract attention,
when he heard two feminine voices
engaged in conversation in the next
room.
Eyes, Sarah" spoke one of these,
cit is too bad, as you say, and feel
dreadfu1y sorry for poor Mr.. Bell
and Madge. They didn't catch the
thief"
mo, and not any hopes of it. AS
I told you, Mr.. Bell had sold his prop
erty to get cash so he could buy out
the general store on Central St,
which is for sale. He was too late
to put the $4,000 in the bank and had
it in a wallet under his pillow. That
night the thief broke into the house.
He must have known Mr.. Bell had
the money and had been watching
the house. Anyhow, Mr. Bell woke
up suddenly to see the thief getting
out of the window. He seized his re-
vOlver and ran to the window and
fired twice at the thief"
did it stop him?"
''NO, but he hit the man. That is
sure, for he left a red trail in the
snow. It was half an hour before
the neighbors were aroused to join
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Company Manager Killed
in Motor Accident.

Il. M. Biggs president of the Biggs
Lumber company and the Wyoming
Tie d. Lumber company departed this
morning in response to a message
conveying the news that the company
manager at Dubois, John Harvey
Potts, had met instant death, when
his auto turned over as he was ma'S-
ing trip to the camp. Potts was
well known Denver clubman, prom
inent in business and social circles
His services were considered almost
Indispensable by the company. Ar
rangements have been made to place
Ed. Pound, the very efficient man
ager of the Chama branch of the
business, temporarily in charge. Mr..
Pound made a hurried trip to Du-
range last night to bid farewell to
his family, who reside here. This
morning he departed for Wyoming
with Mr.. Biggs to assume his new
duties.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
w. A. Bay Injured.

w. A. Bay, 55 of Bayfield,, is at
Ochsner's hospital suffering with two
fractured ribs, lacerated eye and
numerour bruises, injuries he sus-
tanned whe he was hurled from 15-
foot trestle at Pagosa Junction last
evening about o'clock. Mr.
Bay ano Mr.. Brindle were on their
way to Denver with IL carloads of
cattle loaded at Tiffany. At the
Junction the train stopped for water
and the men took the opportunity
to "work" the cattle. Just as Mr..
Bay was crossing the trestle a steer
standing near one that he was punch
ing, kicked and knocked one end of
his pole in such way that the other
end struck him over the right eye,
and hurled him to the stream below
where he was picked up unconscious.
He was placed on Durango bound
freight and FASTENED to the hospital.
His injuries are painful, but do not
appear to be serious.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Plan New Institution.

For many years Durango has rec
ognized the need of Y. NJ. C. A. OF
a similar institution. AS time goes
on it is held the necessity becomes
greater. Recently the w. C. 7. U. in
augurated a movement to provide a
place of this sort, where men may
meet for social intercourse and rec
reation. In order to enlist all do
nominations in the work, the organi-
zation called meeting Thursday
evening in which representative
from the different churches were in
vited to participate. The proposed in
stitution was discussed at length and
committees were appointed to formu-
late plans for its naturalization.
Tuesday evening a second meeting
will be held to hear the reports of
these committees and perfect fur
ther arrangements.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
In the County Court.

Amy Moss, administrators for the
estate of the late John J. Moss last
evening filed report showing the
expenditures thus far in making the
settlements totalled S3,0O3.56. She
fled a petition for the sale of land
that is part of the estate. Frank
Huttor of Ignacio, guardian for the
Shoshone heirs, minor Indian child
rem has filed petition for the sale
Of their real estate. February has
been set as the date for the hearing
on the petition. Mrs. Eta McCul-
loch has been appointed administra-
trix of the estate of the late Thomas
McCulloch. This includes land val
ued at 1880 and personal property
valued at 81 400.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Brothers Meet After Separation
of Nearly Forty Years.

Our well known townsman, Frank
Cunha, had one of the happiest sur
prises that ever falls to the lot of
man yesterday afternoon, when his
brother Antonio, whom he had not
seen for 3S years entered his barber
shop and after puzzling the proprietor
as to his identity for several minutes
made himself known. The two long
separated literally fell upon each
others neck and wept tears of joy
The Cunhas We're born in Portugal
13 months apart more than 60 years
ago. They journeyed 60 America to-
gether and were never separated until
Frank, young man of 27, left his
brother Antonio in New Hampshire
and cast his lot in the west. They
grew careless about writing and after
a few years ceased corresponding.
Frank Cunha settled in Durango
more than 80 years ago. At one
time his brother lived in Colorado,
having been engaged in the cattle
business in Routt country. Of re-
cent years he has been resident of
Florida. His wife accompanied him
to Durango and here they expect to
buy property and make their home.
The brothers feel the only way they
can make up for the years they have
lost is to spend the declining ones
together.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
On Parochial Business.

Bishop Frederick Howden of the
Episcopal church of New Mexico was
bound for Pennington this morning
where he will conduct services tomor-
row and look after parochial business.
On the occasion of his last visit to
these parts he made a trip to -Four
Corners in company with Bishop
Brewster of Western Colorado, Bish-
op Paul Jones of Utah and Dean
Smith who represented the bishop of
Arizona. Reaching their destination.
the company of distinguished church
men conducted service together,
each standing in his own state. The
rews of the unusual n,eeting was
heralded thruout the land by an ar
ticle in Golfers which gave it an
extended notice and published photo
graphs of the scene.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Elect Officers.

At a meeting of the stockholders
of the Animas Consolidated Ditch
company held this afternoon the fol
lowing directors were elected for the
ensuing year; R. E. Gaines, Roy Kerr,
G. N. Raymond, Heber Graves and Z.
j. Myers. At meeting of the di-
rectors after the stockholders ses-
sion, R. f. Gaines was elected presi-
dent; George N. Raymond vice presi-
dent and E. j. Myers secretary.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Returns from Fort COLLINS.

Principal G. f. Snyder of the Fort
Lewis Agricultural school returned
last night from Fort Collins where
after comforting with President Lory
regarding plans for the next years
work, he represented the San Juan
basin at the annual meeting of the
Farmers congress. The comprehen-
sive report he made on agricultural,
horticulture and live stock interests
here, will doubtless be an important
factor in interesting outside farm
ers in our section.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
TO Enter Home for Blind.

Halls (Boston) Duffield, whose at
tempt to end his life by sending
bullet thru his brain only resulted
in destroying the optic nerve, depart
ed for Denver this morning, where
he will enter the state home for the
blind. 1t is understood his expenses
are borne by his father, who is
Boston minister. Duffield has been
a patient at Mercy hospital since the
31st of August, the day he tried to
commit suicide.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Rebekahs Hold Installation.

Last night, rs. Jean Kelley, depu-
ty g. m. for this district installed the
following officers of the Rebekah
lodge who will serve for the ansu-
ing year: Mrs. May C. Solomon,
p. N. g.; Mrs. Estella Werner, N.
G.; Mrs. Marie Ahrens r. s. to N.
G.; Miss Bessie Dickerson, l.. S. to
N. G.; Miss Dora Olschlager, v. G.;
Mrs. Rose Troxel, X. S. to v. G.; Mrs.
Lille Cummins, L. s. to v. Gil Mrs.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
School Opens at Fort
Lewis Monday.

The second term of the school year
begins at Fort Lewis Monday. Four
teachers, the Misses Maxwell and
Wilson and the Messrs Klinefelter
and Baden, who have been away for
their fortnight's vacation are sched-
uled to return tonight. Miss Wilson
spent the time with her relatives in
Iowa, Miss Maxwell visited in Dem
yer. Mr.. Klinefelter passed the
time in Kansas City, while MIR. Ba-
den visited with his parents in Love
land.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Postoffice Business.

The general receipts in the Du-
range postoffice for the quarter end
ing December 81. 1915, showed a
material increase over the same period
in 1914. The money order deposits in
Fl915 totaled considerably more, while
the parcel post business increased rs
per cent. The substantial gain indi-
Gates improved conditions thruout
the section.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Recovering from operation.

Mrs. o. A. Vinton, who underwent
an operation at Mayo Brothers hos
pital last Tuesday, for trouble of
long standing, is reported to be get
ting along nicely. Her condition was
not as serious as thought to be be-
fore she underwent the ordeal
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Bank Statements.

Various satisfactory conditions
have contributed toward increasing
the funds in Durango's strong fl
nancial institutions until the deposits
total S1,776,910.32, according to a
statement of affairs on Decem-
ber 81 and issued yesterday. A COM
munity the size of Durango that can
boast of such showing has no oc-
casion to admit that poverty has a
part in the general scheme of its
existence.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
To Attend officers, Conference.

The courtesy extended by the rail-
roads to those who devote their whole
time to charitable work, made it pos
sible for Miss Alleman and Miss
Mathewson, respectively captain and
lieutenant of the Durango branch of
the Salvation Army to attend the Of
ficers' conference in Denver. The la
dies departed this morning to be pres
ent at the opening session Monday.
They expect to return to Durango in
about week.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Motor Club Meeting.

At meeting of the Motor club held
last night a committee was appointed
to appear before the county commits
sioners and request general road
overseer be appointed for the county,
with power to hire and discharge all
other road employees and to be given
supervision of all county highway
work
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Undergoes Operation.

John Moigg, a miner employed at
Hesperus, was brought to Durango on
last nights Southern, ill with appen-
licitis. DIR. Robbins, the surgeon
who attended him, found his condi-
lion was critical and an immediate
operation necessary. He appeared
to stand the ordeal well and seems
TO have a fair chance of recovery.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

furnishings arrive. These schools
viii be under Mr.. shelton's super
vision and will provide educational
advantages for 100 Indian children.
Mr.. johnson is to have charge at
rodalena where accommodations have
been provided for 60 pupils. A prin-
cipal for the Aneth school has not
been selected.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
On Pleasure Trip.

Mr.. and Mrs. Skeels left this morn
ing on pleasure trip of months
duration. San Diego is their des-
tination, where they will attend the
exposition. En- route they will visit
with the latter's brother, A. w.
DANES, resident of Salt Lake, and
will tarry awhile in the Los Angeles
vicinity.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Supporting the Railroad Bill.

The Gallup Independent is enthu-
siastic over the proposed San Juan
Railway bill and has signified its in
tentions of giving the project con-
siderable space in its special edition
which is to be issued in February.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
A Flying Trip.

If c. Malchus' plans materalize, he
will hold the record for covering the
distance from Silverton to Los An
geles. He arrived from his home
town this morning, boarded the Farm
ington train, where he had an auto
waiting TO convey him to Gallup, u
point he expects to reach in time to
board the Santa Fe train.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Hears First News of
the Snow Slide.

When Mrs. Ed. Fiant and children
boarded the train at Pennington yes
terday afternoon, on their way to
lockwood to escape the dangers of
scarlet fever, they received the first
news of the snow slide that killed
two members of Mr.. Fiant's party and
came so near costing him his life.
Just few days ago he returned to
the Silverton camp to continue his
mining operations. after passing the
holidays in Pennington with his FAM
lily.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Prosperity via the Sheep Route.

w. A. Majors, one of the well
known flock masters of Montezuma
county, was on his way home this
morning after visiting awhile with old
time friends in Texas, his haunts of
boyhood. Mr.. Majors made the
"trip south after shipping several cars
of sheep to the X. C. market, which
brought the highest prices paid in
chat market for many moons.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Install Officers

Last evening the Pocahontas lodge
installed the following officers for
the ensuing year: Ruth Farley Po-
cahontas; Stella Werner, Weninah
Maude Rhodes, Powhatan; May Real
Prophecies; first and second scouts,
Ada Gill and May Strauble; first sec
ond and third warriors, Carrie Starr
Mary Vasmier, Grace Winfield and
Martha Fassbinder; first and second
runners, Jennie Beam and Lillian
Howard guard of tepee, Nancy
stansbury; guard of forest, Clara b,
Hurd.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Two New Schools for
Navajo Children. .

w. T. Shelton of Shiprock, recog-
nized as one of the most efficient
Indian agents in the United States. is
making the Savoy his headquarters
while transacting business in Duran
go. He reports the new school build
ings at Toadalena and Aneth compler-
ed and arrangements have been made
to opsn ths Institutions - seou - TIE
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Scarlet Fever in Pennington.

AS a result of half dozen cases
of scarlet fever developing in Farm
ington this week, the schools have
been closed and other precautions TAX
en- to keep the disease from spread
ing. By their timely action, the of
ficers have probably avoided an cpl
demic.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
William Schiller Escaped

from the Asylum.
A letter received by the county
judge from the superintendent of the
state asylum a few days ago left
the impression that William Schiller,
a former Durango man had been re-
leased from the asylum. A second
letter regarding the matter stated
that Schiller had made his escape or
July 10, 1915 and all efforts to locate
him have been unsuccessful.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Pleasant Social Evening.

The Christian Endeavor Of the
Baptist church which has recently
been re-organized for more active
york had delightful social session
at yhe home of Rev. and Mrs. Walter
Jaeger last evening. New officers
were elected to direct the affairs of
the society. About SO people partici-
pated in the evening'e entertainment
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

any part OF the reservation that need
hospital care will be treated there.
The institution is in charge of Dr.
Frasier, physician who recently re-
turned from Panama, where he met
with marked success in his medical
career.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Official Business.

United States Marshal S. ]. Bur
ris made Durango his first visit last
night since he entered upon his off
cial duties. He has mining interests
in the La Platas, but on this occa-
sion he was bound for Telluride and
personal business had no part in his
program.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Commissioners Doings.

The board of county commissioners
reorganized this afternoon. A. E.
Reece was reelected chairman and
George Isgar vice chairman. James
Pulliam was re-appointed attorney;
L. C. Hurd physician and Sam Camp
bell janitor of the court house.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Rescue Party
Working Slowly.

On account of the danger from
slides, the searchers for the remains
of Mrs. Harvey Bennett, who lost her
life in the Stony Pass gulch vicin-
ity Wednesday, are proceeding with
great care. This morning the pros,
poets of finding the body before night
seemed favorable.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Home from East.

DIR. John Haggart returned last
night from trip to New York and
Boston. He spent the holidays in the
last named city with his sons who
are Harvard students. Mrs. Hag-
gart and John met him in Denver and
made the last stages of the Quincy
with him.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

In order to break the monotony
somewhat, there has been ar orches-
ira started. Chief actors in same be
ing Mrs. Matt Briggs, Paul Mitchell,
Joe Mitchell, John Mikulasek and the
pianist, Mrs. Serogin.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

It's dull day when the correspond
ents in Mexico cannot get line in
the newspapers. When other things
fail, there is a report that General
Villa has been killed. 1t is the
'steenth time they have disposed of
the bandit leader.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

When the present war is over
there will be a desire to settle down
and ENJOY peace for few years. In
the meantime guess this nation can
keep pace with Japan.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
In the County Court.

Mrs. Louisa Ent has been appoint
ed Administrative of the estate of
the late Samuel Ent. The deceased
left property valued at $500, which
consists of land, cattle and money in
the banks. Besides the wife there are
ten heirs, seven sons and three daugh-
ters.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

Eta Olischlager, Chaplain; Mrs.
Edna NJ. Troxel, warden; Miss Matte
Mccartney, conductor; Mrs. Katie
Swanson. |. G.; Mrs. Anna Reece, O.
c.; Mrs. Lillian Chubb, Treasurer;
Mrs. M. Jean Kelley, Secretary.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
SUNNYSIDE ITEMS.
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Weaver Mason is visiting for a few
days with MIR. Hendricks of River
side, N. NJ.
Reuben Fredlund who was home a
couple of months on business depart
ed for Telluride last Tuesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ford and little daugh-
ter, of Elco spent Sunday with Mr..
and Mrs. James Miller.
Fred Probst is visiting with the
McCulloeh brothers of Sunset saw
mill district.
Robert Mason was business visi-
tor in Durango Thursday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Hendricks of River
side, N, NJ, were guests of Mr.. and
Mrs. VIM. Morgan Saturday and Sun
day.
Mr.. A. A. Brown was in Durango
on business last Monday.
Ray Short and Edison Mason
played game of freeze out Wednes-
day evening. Roy won the game.
Dewey Fredlund, who spent the
holidays with his mother and who il
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
ELCo ECHOES
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Mr.. C. j. Parker, a cousin of Mrs.
Lynch came up Wednesday to pack
her goods and snip them to Las Veg
as, where she is staying.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Activities of the

NUHHty tUHIIIIsSIUNtTs.
Wood 6 Morgan have been award
ed the contract for furnishing the
county coal for the year 1916. Barn
ey Edleman of the Southern hotel
received the contract for boarding the
jurors. Hood & Ames were award
ed the contract for the burial of
paupers. Monday the printing con-
tract viii be made. The matter of
appointing road overseers will be de-
layed until the February meeting OF
the board.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

a student at Fl. Lewis school, ex-
poets to return to the school satur-
day.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

The threshing outfit might have
pulled into winter quarters befofe the
New Year had it not been for break
down which has caused a delay Of
more than a week, therefore maxi
ing it possible for some people to
thrash twice in 1916, maybe.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
New Hospital is
Completed at Shiprock.

The first hospital erected for the
Navajo Indians outside Of those In
charge of the missionaries has just
been completed at the Shiprock agen-
cy. 1t has 80 beds and is modern
in equipment. The dusky folk from
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Safety First.

Now comes railroad man who
suggests that tent equipped with
bird cages be utilized for county
Jail instead of the present struc-
ture.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

If Durango had put up a fee C.
S. Thomas would have gone after it
and landed the additional money for
a public building. Charley is some
pumpkins when it comes to fees.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

It's against the policy of the ad-
mmistration to spend money for pub
lie buildings. Why? Because the
administration needs the money for
political pegs. Again, the secretary
of the treasury is shy a hundred mil
hon plunks on the past year.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

The public patiently awaits the ex-
PLANTATION from Los Angeles of why
the snow fell in the land of sunshine
and flowers.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

Davenport, Iowa, saloon keepers
opened their places of business not
withstanding the prohibition law,
which went into effect January 1,
were arrested and will test the law.
Old stuff, old stuff. Better lay down
quit and stay quit. There are two
things the courts are sure to favor;
Prohibition and taxes. Kansas saloon
men fought prohibition up one side
and down the other, and the only de-
cision they ever got was set aside.
Take Kansas experience and get a
farm or into some other good busi-
ness as soon a. possible,
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

Jack Martin, wife and son were on
their way to Pennington this morn
ing. Last night they returned from
Delta where they passed a month
with Mrs. Della Watts and family
the eldest daughter Of the family.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

To add to the after holiday de-
preston we have the visit of the bill
collectors and the familiar letters
that always come in the mail the first
of the month.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

| 1.-The holiday visitors are gone and
Allison has once more settled down
to her former state OF dullness.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

The society of Willing Workers held
their annual election Of officers on
Thursday at the church. Mrs. NJ. E.
Thurman was elected president, Mrs.
Shock is the new vice president, Mrs.
Woodard was reelected secretary,
Mrs. M. Briggs, assistant secretary
and Mrs. Scrogin was reelected treas
urer.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Going to Pueblo for Treatment.

W. A. Navinger leaves for Pueb-
10 in the morning where he viii un-
dergo treatment. W. W, McEwen,
ir., will accompany him to his desti-
nation.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Orc Shipments from La Platas.

The Chief and Little Mona are in
cluded in the list of shippers in the
La Plata district, Both are working
on a small scale but with satisfac-
tory returns.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

Mr.. A. A. Brown announces that
there will be a dance here the 18th,
everyone is invited and Mr.. Brown
says he will insure all a good time.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

w. R. Mason and son e. NJ, tray
eled up the Animas valley this morn
ing, outfitted with camp supplies to
tide them over the days they are
to spend developing some claims they
have in that vicinity.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10
Leaves for Iowa.

A. ]. Neff, one of the well known
ranchers of the Laplata, N. NJ, sec
ton, departed for Iowa this morning
where he has two good farms.
Semi-weekly herald., 1916-01-10

M. L. Main, formerly of Cedar
Hill, departed for Cedar Rapids,
Iowa this morning where he will
spend a week or more with his father
and sister. Later he goes to Willow
Springs, Mo-, to reside on the val
liable farm he and his brother, l..
p. Main recently acquired