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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-03-30

29-1t Jacobsen & Henriksen.
Mrs. Albin Larson of Sand
stone, visited over Sunday at the
home of her father, Niels Brus.
There are none so thankful as
an editor when someone brings
in news. Without the aid of a
local telephone exchange no one
is able to sniff up everything
that happens.
Louis Olsen shipped a carload
of potatoes to Chicago yesterday.
Mr.. Olsen says he has sustained
considerable loss through decayed
potatoes this year. but still he
does not complain. He is cheer
full in spite of trouble.
Mr.. and Mrs. A Henriksen left
Tuesday for Cottonwood. Lyon
County. where Mr.. Henriksen
will personally superintend the
work on the several big ditch
contracts he has. His brother,
Chris, has now taken charge of
the farm.
The Dane Lumber Co. saw mill
is going full blast these days,
with force of Is men. The
supply Of timber is gradually get
ting smaller each year and this
season they will only saw up
about $50, 900 feet as compared
with 100000 feet last year.
The school elections on Mon
day are very important elections
to this community. The fact
that we have to spend many
thousand dollars on addition to
the present building this summer
| is enough to necessitate the care
| full selection of who shall con-
stitute the board Of directors.
| This is perhaps the most impor-
tant school election We have had
and all voters-both men and
women should turn out and ex,
press their preference.
! Earnest Claig came up here
this week from Des Moines, Ia.
and will soon take possession OF
the 120 acre farm which he has
purchased from Erik Frederik'
sen. 5 miles northwest of town
His family will arrive later. Mr.
Claig is one Of the original base
ball players Of Askov and the
{ boys will welcome him back. Ht
SAYS his brother who is also a
base ball player will be here this
summer. 1t looks like Askos
will have material for a strong
team this year.
The Young Folk School which
began shortly after New Year
closed last Thursday afternoon
with appropriate exercises at the
church, good sized audience be
ing present. Short talks were
given by DR.. Fenger, S. Chr
Dixen and two Of the teachers
Rev. Andersen and Mrs. r. Fl
. Petersen. Several songs were
sung by the pupils of the schoo'
This school has proved very sue.
cessful for the short time it has
been in existence and the work
will be taken up again next win
| ter. Rev Andersen stating that
plans already were laid for next
years work. To show the ap-
probation of the work of their
teachers the pupils presented
them with presents, Mr.. Grave
sen receiving a smoker stand,
Mrs. p. H. Petersen, books or
the life Of Bjornstjerne Bjornson
and Rev. and Mrs. Andersen a
clock.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-03-30
DR.. p n. FENGER
ASKOV, MINI.

Office at my residence just north Of
the church.
GLASSES FITTED.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-03-30

For Sale Two good milch
cows-V. Heininge. g-1t
For Sale White Spitz dog.
Enquire at the American Office.
29-tf
For Sale-A good mich COW.
will be fresh this eek.-Hans
Clausen, | mile south of town.
9-1t*
Men Wanted-For tile work
by the day or piece work. Write
to A. Henriksen, Cottonwood,
Mimi. 29-4t
Carrots can be sold for about
$4,000 per ton or one cent a
pound now; also cabbage, heets
and parsnip will bring a good
price now. If you have any to
spare you can let me know.
g-lt Ludwig Mosbnk.
On and after April LIST we viii
take over the livery and dray
business conducted by Ernst
Mailing. 1t will be our earnest
desire to have satisfied customers
and do work at reasonable prices.
Prompt service.
29-1t Jacobsen e. Henriksen.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
IS PREPARING FOR
 BIG WORK
MAIN SHAFT TO BE SUNK 300 FEET DEEPER, AND NEW EXPLORATION CAR REED OUT.
(Erom Fridays Daily.)

Arrivals yesterday from Copper Basin stated that the Commercial will soon begin a system of deep develop ment, in which the main shaft is to be extended from the N0-foot level to an additional depth of 300 feet.
 Steam was up yesterday and the work is to start at once. At another point in the group exploration is be- ing outlined that will require depth as well as new territory to be opened up, which was regarded as the most important move this holding has faced in recent years. The Garbarino hill zone has been the productive one in recent months where the tonnage has been heavy. Shipping to Clarkdale continues regularly at the rate of 80 tons per day, and the ore resources from this zone are reported as suffi- cient to maintain this output for months to come. 4 new superintend- ent arrived recently from Bisbee, and he is reported to be very active in shaping up the property for increased production as we'll as thorough pros- pecting of the big group.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
MRS. BEN STEWART
 OF MAYER IS DEAD
(Prom Thursday's Daily.)

The death of Mrs. Ben Stewart, formerly Miss Nellie Nevada Harris, occurred Monday morning at 2 O. clock at the home of her mother, Mrs. A. H. Bell, on Farmer avenue, Tempe.
 Mrs. Stewart was born in Tempe, on November IS. 1888, and had made that place her home until her mar riage on December g, 1914, since which time she had lived at Mayer. She was graduated from the Tempe Normal school in 1908. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South. and a Rebekah. Be- sides her husband and infant son, born last Wednesday, the deceased is sur vived by her mother, five brothers and two sisters, all of whom make Tempe their home, except one sister. Mrs. Murten Stewart, who lives at Mayer.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
MAN FOUND DEAD
 IS IDENTIFIED BY BROTHER
THOMAS B. MORROW IS
 NAME OF UNFORTUNATE MINER WHO DIED ALONE ON HASSAYAMPA RIVER.
(From Thursdays Daily.)

After the body Of the man found dead on the Hassayampa river was brought to Prescott yesterday after noon, identification was made, the un- fortunate being Thomas B. Morrow, a brother of w. w. Morrow, foreman of the boiler making department of the s. F. P. & P. in this city.
 The deceased was a prospector, ar irving in this section from California last June. He was assisted in pursu- ing his line of business by his brother of this city, and on representations made that he had located a desirable property near the old Pat Sheehan claims, left for that point to start work on September lst. He also stated that he would not return until October l. While he was aged about 75 years his health was excellent, and accordingly his continued absence was not considered unusual under the circumstances. From the appearance of the body, however, it is presumed death must have taken place 20 days before the discovery was made. There arc no indications of foul play.
 The deceased had followed mining along the Pacific coast for half cen tury, and enjoyed wide acquaint- ance The remains are at Rufner's to be prepared for burial. A sister survives at Cleveland, Ohio. The de- ceased was a native of Canada.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
Pioneer Resident
 Visits Old Haunts
(From Fridays Daily.)

Ben H. Weaver ,tiring of the mon- otony of life in this city after con tinuous residence of nearly half cen- tury. started to hit the trails he knew in the long ago and is visiting old time haunts in this county. His first trip to Walnut Grove in over B years was made few days ago when he went into camp again at the ranch of Thomas D. Carter. He recalled many interesting "reminiscences of Indian doings when he was a dry rancher of that section, and the old landmarks, he says, still remained. NIT. Weaver's trip was attended with quite a recep- ton being accorded him and he was congratulated for showing up" by many of the old 'uns. His next jaunt will be to the Verde valley next week, where he started an irrigation project over 40 years ago, but which proved a failure by cloudburst wiping away the ditch in few minutes. As a farmer, this we'll known townsman proved failure, he says, and after engaging in the newspaper bushes. ;n becoming one of the first owners of the Arizona Miner he dished out logic with the pen in his sanctum by advising the rural gentry how to make success of farming from theoretical standpoint, which raised whirlwind of objections, when he again stepped into a new line of busi- ness, the Pioneer Transfer and Ex- press, which he has maintained under pacific relations with all, and like old wine seems to be improving with age.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
FIRST HOME STARTS
 SHIPPING TO FL PASO
(From Thursdays Daily.)

Local mining men identified with the First Home property, now active on Big Bug creek, near Poland, re- ported yesterday that car of first grade galena-silver ore had been shipped to Fl Paso, the value O. which will not be known until after returns are received from the shelter. This is the first shipment since the new operators assumed charge a short time ago, and will be followed here after by regular shipments from the heavy tonnage exposed as the old levels are being opened. The mill continues in action, and the newly in stalled Notation plant is giving excel lent satisfaction. The lower level as yet has not been reached, where the biggest and richest ore bodies arc said to have been determined several years ago. The advance in silver, lead and zinc caused this old-tine mine to resume. The property is un- der the supcrintendency of w. F. Warrington, recently of Mexico.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
SWANSEA MINES IN HANDS OF CREDITORS
(From Wednesdays Daily.)

Arrivals from Bouse impart the in- formation that the Swansea Con- solidated is in the hands of new re- ceiver, recently appointed by the Fed eral court, he taking charge of the property on October 24th.
 This action, it is stated, comes as the result of a petition filed by credit ors, and it is in their interest that operations are to continue.
 The success made under the lease held by the estate of Judge Thomas, of which Ernest C. Lane was super intendent, proved SO remunerative in production and development of new ground that the creditors requested that a renewal of the lease be denied. The new receiver is expected to arrive at Swansea early in November to take charge. During the past IS months under the operations of Mir. Lane, the property marketed 2OO0 cars of a 4 per cent copper ore, and in addition to that heavy production new explora- ton determined an immense tonnage in a zone distinct from which the above output was given. There are said to be several creditors of the Swansea residing in this section.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
VETERAN SOLDIER HEEDS
 CALL OF THE REAPER
(From Fridays Daily.)

Major William Dewitt. whose death occurred at Blackberry, Mohave county, during the week, was buried in Prescott yesterday, the remains be- ing inferred in Mountain View ceme- tery by the side of his wife who pass ed away about five years ago.
 The death of this prominently known pioneer of this section occas- toned expressions of universal sor- row, the deceased having been a resi- dent of Prescott for nearly SO years, and in military circles enjoyed dis tinction during the Civil war for the excellent record he made in the Union army. He enlisted in the ranks when not over Y years of age, serving with a Pennsylvania regiment and partici- pating in many battles, among them Gettysburg. Retiring to civil life, Major Dewitt came West in the late eos and having a skilled training as a mechanical engineer was appointed to take charge of the power plants at Fort Whipple, which duty he capably filled for many years. Later he was appointed city engineer of Prescott, and his administration was excellent.
 Billy" Dewitt, as he was familiarly known in early days was one of the most wholesouled of men, genial in manners splendid citizen and of gen. erous nature.
 The last rites were extended his memory at the Catholic church yes terday afternoon at 3 o'clock where many assembled to pay a farewell tribute to this good man. Father Eustice officiated He was aged 70 years a native of Pennsylvania. A daughter. Mrs. William Neagle, sur wives, at whose home he passed away after long illness due to paralysis. Lester Ruffner conducted the funeral and the pallbearers were: Robt. E. Morrison. E. J. F. Horne, Judge E. w. Wells, E. A. McSwiggen, J. I. Gardner and P. J. Farley.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
ONE KILLED AND
 ONE NORMALLY WOUNDED
(From Thursdays Daily ]

One Mexican was shot and instant ly killed and another probably fatally wounded in a card game brawl at Clarkdale about o'clock Tuesday night. Their assailant, whose name is said to be Alugdar, was captured by a sheriff's posse last night in a Mexican shack where he had been concealed by friends.
 According to the report that reach ed here, Algudar and number of his countrymen were playing cards in the Mexican district at Clarkdale. Algu- dar was accused of cheating and is al- legged to have drawn a gun on his accuser. Two Mexicans sprung at him and attempted to take his gun away. The first man to reach him was shot through the heart. The other one fell to the floor with bull let wound in his abdomen. Attending physicians hold out little hope for his recovery, it is said.
 The sheriff started for Prescott last night and was expected to arrive with his prisoner and the wounded man early this morning.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
MINING MOVEMENT HAS
 MATURED
WALNUT GROVE FARMS TO BE SCENE OF BIG OP-
 ERATIONS FOR RECOVER ING THE YELLOW METAL
(From Fridays Ds;i-.)

After several months of experi- mental testing of auriferous condi- tions on certain ranches in Walnut Grove, plans for placer mining large area have been perfected by Colorado operators, and large operations are now assured.
 The method of recovery has been definitely determined also, and dredg- ing will prevail, was the announce ment made yesterday by Superintend- ent Martin, who arrived few days ago from Denver This movement will be the first of its kind to be in- augurated in this field on lines of ex- tensive operation. Those interested secured options over one year ago on six ranches along the Hassayampa river. Later all were prospected and values obtained were reported as sur prising. The method of prospecting was by sinking to bedrock system of holes, embracing several hundred acres and from each values were giv- en that ranged to a recovery as high as S25 to depth of less than Is feet in many cases.
 A desirable feature behind this movement is the area to be dredged, which for years has been under culti-
  held by the placer syndicate cover about 300 acres of old farming lands, while locations extend up the river for several miles. Mir. Martin is making purchases in Prescott of material and supplies, and states that the boat to be built will be of large dimensions and will be equipped with the latest machinery.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
YAVAPAI RANGE
 EXPERTS MAKE GOOD HAUL
(Fron Wednesdays Daily)

Dr. C. w. Pardee, Buster Gardner and Frank Thompson have returned 10 Prescott after attending the South ern Arizona Fair at Tucson last week, their winnings at that event aggregat- ing over Sl.000 in a varied line of range doings with the pony and the riata.
 Gardner was first in goat roping, second in saddling, second in the bed and-saddle race, third in the refined horse contest, and third in the best COW horse, and second in the COW horse race.
 Thompson was first in the relay race, first in broncho riding, and sec ond in the reverse race.
 Pardee was first in the COW horse race, second in the relay race. second in the one-quarter-nile dash. second in the half-mile dash, took first and second moneys in the three-eishths-
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
MOUNTAIN LION
 IS KILLED BY HUNTER
(Fron Wednesdays Daily.)

A mountain lion, which has been terrorizing the sheep and cattle ranches in the Skull valley region, was killed by ]. R. Patterson, a hunt CT after the beast had killed a two- year-oid heifer and severely wounded ono of Patterson's dogs. Patterson, who has been hunting the lion for several days, narrowly escaped being clawed by the wounded animal after he had poured several shots into its body. -.st
 Patterson got on the trail of the lion early Monday morning and after tracking it for several hours finally succeeded in cornering it in a small creek. One of his dogs attacked the lion, which struck out with its mas sive- paw and broke the dogs jaw. Patterson fired and the bullet struck the lion in the middle of the back. 4 second dog appeared on the scene and was seriously clawed by the enraged beast which started straight for Pat terson. who continued to pump lead into 1t.
 The wounds appeared only to whet the lions temper. When the lion came within few feet of Patterson he kicked out with his foot and struck the beast on the nose and at the same time sent a bullet into its brain which ended the struggle.
 Patterson brought the hide to the supervisors office and received $50 bounty.
 It is estimated that the lion has done more than Sl,0O0 damage in Skull valley during the last few months. The animal measured seven feet from the tip of the tail to the nose.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
LONELY DEATH IS
 LOT OF AGED MINER
(From Wednesdays Daily.)


 Death has overtaken an unidentified man, aged in years, under mysterious circumstances, and the finding of the remains yesterday afternoon along the Hassayampa river. about five miles below the Big Pine camp, will not be cleared as to his identity until an investigation can be made today.
 The report reaching this city yes terday afternoon of the discovery of the body, was promptly acted upon by Judge McLane, who made the trip to the point under difficult conditions in travelling. From hasty examina- ton, no conclusion could be drawn. Death had occurred probably two weeks ago, and from the appearance of the body natural causes were in ferred. The dead man was lying on a cot under tin roof with his shoes of, the place being on the mining claim of John Parten of this city. One eye was gone. The remains were not dis turbed owing to the inaccessability of the place. They will be placed on an animal today for removal to the road way and brought to this city, when ii is believed identification will be pos sible.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
OCTAVE SHOWING PLEASES NEW
 OPERATOR
FAMOUS OLD GOLD MINE REVIVED, IS BEING CAP ABLY HANDLED; BIG ORE BODIES.
(From Thursdays Daiiy.)

II. C. Gibbs, president of the Octave Mines Co.,, has concluded an inspection of development, and while in the city on Tuesday en route to Boston expressed himself as well pleased with the situation resulting from the past two years Of develop ment, from which larger operations have been decided upon. He said:
 Our affairs arc closely controlled, and we propose to continue the line of deep exploration under headway for another year before reduction will be considered. We are working in the l,oOO-foot level at present. and this great depth calls for new and larger plant to be installed, which IS now on the ground. Oil-burning en- zines and a large compressor are among the principal utilities going in, and the mine force is to be increased also. The finances for this heavy ex- ploration are paid in and those be- hind this movement are sanguine over results"
 The Octave is one of the old-time mines of the western section of this county which attained nationwide prominence for its bonanza gold ores and steady production for over five years, suspending through lack of proper management and internal troubles among the original owners. Bankruptcy proceedings resulted in an entire encouragement being effect ed of its affairs, since which time NIT. Gibbs and associates have been prae- tically and quietly operating to get the old workings in shape for produc- ton. Miners from the camp during the past three months state that the property has made a remarkable showing since the new administration has been in charge.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
TORRES LABORED TWO
 WEEKS TO SAW OUT
fFfom Wednesdays Daily.l

United States Marshal ]. P. Dillon was brief visitor to the city during the week to investigate the jail break of AIattas Torres, a Federal prisoner under sentence of seven years for box car robbery Dillon states this Mex ican was considered dangerous crim- inal and from what he could learn had secured saw and had been cut ting his way out of the county jail in Prescott for over two weeks before gaining his freedom.
 Torres is claimed to have conhded to a fellow prisoner that he intended going to Phoenix to kill his wife.
 4 search in Maricopa county was active yesterday as result of the statement said to have been made by the man before he became fugitive. Searching parties called frequently at the home of his mother-in-law on Ninth avenue and the Maricopa road, but at a late hour no trace of the man had been found there.
 A description of Torres gives his age as between 5 and 70, his weight as l4s, his height six feet, slender. wavy black hair, light complexion, black mustache. He wore black coat. blue overalls, soft white shirt, black shoes, white Stetson and red sweater.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08

mile race, second in broncho riding, divided first and second moneys in the best refined horse, second in the best cutting horse and third in goat roping.
 By these winnings it will be seen that the Yavapai bunch was first in all principal events, and 1t was freely admitted as skilled performers they were without equals in their special tics. All horses used in the contests have been shipped to Phoenix. and the same galaxy of range stars, with 40 others of this section, are preparing to leave for Phoenix next week to participate in contests at the State Fair.
Weekly journal-miner., 1916-11-08
MEMBERSHIP OF BOY SCOUTS
 DOUBLED
SEVERAL NEW COMPANIES FORMED UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF PROM INVENT PRESCOTT MEN.
(From Fridays Daily.)

The Prescott Boy Scouts have made decided progress during the past month, the membership having dou- bled during October and interest hay ing been greatly augmented. Two new troops have been organ ized ,one at the West Prescott Meth odist church and the other at the grammar school. The troop at the grammar school will be the first to be organized without being connected with any church. w. O. Hoogestraat is to be the scoutmaster for the troop and his experience in playground work in Los Angeles and in coach ing athletic teams, coupled with his fine personality and popularity among the boys, should insure the success of his troop from the start This troop will be known as No. and will meet in the High school gymnasium.
 The other will be known as Troop No. 4, and will have another red blooded leader in the person of Rev. Joel Hedgpeth, who is also very pop ular with the boys and has had much experience in the outdoors which will be exceedingly valuable in his new work.
 A troop of the younger business and professional men is also being formed. These recruits expect to en- gage a suitable hall and meet for the purpose of engaging in some of the mildcr forms of athletic games and thus keep themselves in better physi- cal condition. A High school troop is also under advisement.
 That this great movement is still gaining rapidly is shown by the fact that its membership is increasing in the United States at the rate of about 10000 per month, which speaks very we'll for an organization which is now six years old and has been thoroughly tested out