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Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
ALLISON sTocKERs PLATFORM
tInterview by Alva A. swain.)

Interview by Alva A. Swain.)
81 am in favor OF complete sur
vey OF the state, and u constitutional
convention which will enable, after the
survey has been made, the state to
be put ON business basis. In other
ton as against decentralization
which exists at the present time and
which makes Tor inefficiency and ex-
pense. This inefficiency can not be
done away with and our present ex
pense can not be curtaiied except by
a revision Of our entire constitution
and the enactment oil laws necessary
to make complete well-rounded sys
TEN of government"
Upon the above platform, together
with few more ideas, Allison Stock
er hopes to defeat George Carlson
for the Republican nomination for
governor, and also hopes to defeat
the Democratic nominee for the same
position.
lldSt NCGh We dGNOltd SDstSC w
interview with A. NJ. Stevenson, on
why he wanted to go to the Repub-
lican national convention. Following
that interview, number of politi-
cal leaders in both the Republican
and Democratic parties suggested it
might be well to use these columns
once week in giving candidates an
opportunity to tell their reasons for
aspiring to political office. A news
writer, especially political writes,
wants to give all views, hence this
interview.
''Why do you want to be governor
of Colorado?"
Mir. Stocker studied moment and
replied:
Come down to my office tomorrow
morning and 1 will tell YOU"
And the man who has the nerve to
go up against George Carlson for
the Republican nomination for gov
ernor walked away with studied
expression on his face, and l knew
that he would spend the night think
ing up reasons which he hopes will
endear him to the hearts Of the Re
publican voters. For, say what you
will, the man who tackles George
Carlson will know he has been in
fight, and the friends OF Mr.. Stock
Ell say with equal confidence that
Carlson will realize there has been
a scrap.
The next morning Mr.. Stocker gave
me the following statement:
1T is an honor to which any man
might aspire, especially if he believes
that he could fill the office with
credit and dignity and be of service
to the people of his state, by rea-
son of his past experience in life.
Having had a large experience in
public affairs, in connection with the
chamber of commerce, other civic and
political activities, and also believ-
ing that, in addition to business ex
perience, man, to hold public off
ce, should have some political eX-
perience, of which have had CON
siderable, believe l could be of some
good to the people of Colorado in the
position of governor.
"For some years the Republican
party has been divided. | believe,
owing to the conditions which exist
and, not looking at the matter from
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
DEMOCRATS HELPING TO
NOMINATE ROOSEVELT

Early the the Democrats absolutely
take the policy urged by Roosevelt
that the
Roosevelt should
pubcans thought
his the Republicans
in a different light
The Republicans have been reading
fact that the Democrats the
publicly him no
doubt would have been considered
The Democrats in the attempt
welt mistake and Their
Wilson getting issue made bv the
conne themselves They able men
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
Bow This Time.

The suffragette ranks which have
been growing rapidly of late failed
to secure prospective member,
when the storls delivered a boy to
the home Of Mr.. and Mrs. Charles
Wright, Second avenue residents yes
terday morning at z o'clock. DR.. A.
w. Robbins was in attendance.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
New Schools.

Five new schools have been or
ganized in La Plata county during the
past year, the most recent ones be-
ing at Ute creek, east Of Bayfield,
and one south of Oxford. The first
named school is in charge of Mrs.
Grace Hansen and the last one. in
charge Of Miss Myrtle McChesnev
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Ii there is any one thing q care
ful person needs 10 do tits to use
his best Judgment in the conduct of
his affairs. For instance, in town
several miles distant from Durango
while the effort was being made sew
eraI years ago to raise money TO
buy rights of way, etc, for the
Southern Pacific, one man excused
himself from putting down his name
for what he should have done accord
ingto his property interests. by say
ing to the soliciting committee, "Why
should / pay competition to come in
to this town against MYSELF" This
5tuuped all Of the committee but one,
who timidly ventured the suggestion
that ii the man could It stand com
petition his position was perfectly
correct. Now, the point to be reached
at this time is, the support of the
Durango Exchange, if extended con-
tinuously and literally, will bring a
new railroad sugar factory, new
highways to the outside world and
make this country teen with life and
prosperity. The fellow who feels like
the man above mentioned is the only
one who has any valid excuse for
failing to support this big commercial
organization, and this is true inside of
Durango as well as out of it.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
yaealion Nexl Week.

Easter vacation in the public
schools begins Friday March 81.
After the rest the pupils and teachers
win be in condition to give their best
efforts to the last weeks of the years
work.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Alr. and Mrs. Harry jackson are
home from California, where they mo-
tored last fall. While many delight
nll experiences had a part IL the trip,
the deluges that visited the section
somewhat married their pleasures.
fney sold their machine and came
nome by rail, making the journey
eisurely, stopping en- route in Phoe-
nix and Denver Their daughter, Mar
guerite, who met them in Denver re-
turned with them.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
CuMMINs OF IOWA.

Senator Cummins of Iowa is MAX
ing an active campaign for the presi-
dental nomination at the hands Of
the Republican party next June.
His friends claim that he is man
who is in every way fitted for the
position. That his geographical To-
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
Plans for Experiment Station.

Professors from the agricultural
college and the president of the state
agricultural board will arrive this
week to formulate plans Tor max
ing Fort Lewis high altitude ex-
pertinent station. The work will be
carried on in connection with the reg
ular school activities.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

The Teachers Institute for this
normal district will open in Durango
the first week in june with Prof.
Heating OF Pueblo in charge. Other
instructors are Prof. Nomeyer of La
mar and Mrs. Emily Wood Epsteen.
Prof. Nomeyer is the author of the
school law manual. Mrs. Epsteeu has
charge Of the university extension
work in D. U.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

must be taken of the contestant
yard before any Improvement is made
"a sort Of before and after taking
so to speak. Beautify your home
and city Come alive.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

c. Macbeth, one of the cattle
kings of the Norwood country, spent
the night in town en- route to Ar
chuleta and Conejos counties. NJ. o.
Brown, the Pagosa Springs stoczman
accompanied him on his out going
trip this morning.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
Rents Ranch.

Paul Nelson, who has rented the
Lee Patrick ranch, went to IgnacJo
this morning to take charge of the
place. His family win arrive from
Longmont in a few days
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Gerald Harrington, eldest son of
Mr.. and Mrs. Matt Harrington un-
derwer. an operation for double her
MIA at Ochsner's hospital this morn
ing.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Fred schrader is afflicted with
dropsy and his condition is serious.
lie is in the quarters on Second aven-
ne he has occupied for so many
years. All efforts to persuade him to
60 to the hospital have thus far
been unsuccessful.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
SiIverton Ore Shipments.

The snow covered hills of the Sill
verton mining camp are the scenes of
much activity. Since the blockade
was raised on March II, 81 cars Of
ore have been shipped.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Sister Mary Luke, a sister of char
ity who has endeared herself to all
who have been patients at the local
hospital for the past decade, is in
California recuperating from her re-
cent illness.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
-Four Sons.

Mr.. and Mrs. B. A. Cornelius have
four sons in their family circle. The
new member of the household, a fine
baby boy was born at ochsner's hos
pital few days ago.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
CITY Beautiful Contest.

OF The large number Of Durango
people who are going to take part in
the City beautiful contest, 1903 are
smelter men.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

c. w. Fisherdicl<'s latest ranch
economy is to pack nearly two tons
Of pork. John Soens returned from
Laplata last night. where he super
vised the work.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Mrs Harry Kettlewell and son OK
pect to return from California the
last Of next month. Mrs. KettlewelP,
health seeking mission has proven
very successful.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

in all things that viii benefit the
farmers OF this section.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

MIR. and Mrs. Paul Ritter returned
to the Ignacio ranch this morning
after spending the week end in town
with the formers parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. B. W. Ritter.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

One hundred pounds Of sugar beet
seed has been forwarded to the Du-
range Exchange for those who viii
grow not less than one-fourth acre
OF beets. The exchange has arrang-
ed Tor the seed with the Great West
ern Sugar Co, and all Interested are
requested to call on the Committee,
Messrs- Burdick and Chubb for fur
their information, and seed.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Smith Riley of the Denver Forest
service department has made fav.
orable report on the Durango-Silver.
ton highway measure before the fed
eral authorities and congress. He
viii also report fayorably to Mr.. Nor
cross of the Washington office who
has reached Denver on business in
his department.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Mr.. and Mrs. James Dyson and
son Edgar, Of Silverton departed for
Springfield, Massachusetts yesterday
morning to visit Mrs. Dyson's mother,
who is 50 years Of age. Twenty
years have elapsed since mother and
daughter met.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
LOCAL AND PERSONAL

Rev. Walter Jaeger, pastor Of the
Baptict church and his family left
for Pagosa Springs this morning TO
spend the week with Mrs. Jaeger's
relatives, Mr.. and Mrs. Hatcher.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Mrs. D. F.. Place who is visiting
her old home near Scranton, Penn.
writes her family that the winter
SHOWS did not reach that section I'M
til the last of February. Sleighing
was good during the early part of
March, when Colorado was baslSing
in the finest brand of spring wealth
er delivered any place on earth.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Mrs. John Gilbert and small son
George returned to the Oxford ranch
this morning after purchasing qutve
"a supply of things for improving the
place. The olberts have rented their
Durango home to the Ed. Bucks.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23

Mrs Laura c. Miles and daughter
Miss Myrtle expect to leave for a
trip to Montrose in a few days. En-
route they plan to stop in Mancos and
Dolores.
Semi-weekly herald. [volume] (Durango, Colo.) 1907-1917, 1916-03-23
LOCAL AND PERSONAL
FROM TUESDAYS DAILY

Mrs. Effie Bryce is in good condi-
ton following her operation, and ess-
pects to be able to return to her
chooi work before the end of April,
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1916-09-19

Continued "a page ski -.
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09
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FRIEND OF COTTON GROWERS
Immense Loss Sustained In Texas Be.
cause Quail and Prairie Chicken
Are Almost Extermlnated.

The cotton growers of Texas are los
ing $4O,0O0.O00 to S50,OOOOOO a year
by reason OF the ravages of the boil
weevii; and all because the quail and
the prairie chicken. the natural enc.
mics of that bug, have been practically
exterminated in that great state.
The cotton boil weevil is moving like
a great army to the eastward and to
the northward, and scientists sent to
study the situation tell US 1t will 80
to the Atlantic ocean before it stops.
and as far north as cotton Is grown.
unless all killing Of birds is prohib-
tied.
The wheat growers Of the United
States are losing over 100000, 900 a
year by reason OF the ravages of the
chinch bug.
Why?
Because the quail, the natural enc
my Of that bug. has been almost exter.
minated.
The farmers OF the middle and east
ern states are paying out $4,000, 900 a
year for paris green to put on their po'
tato vines.
Why?
BScause the quail the natural enc
ny lof that bug, has been killed of
Each of the great apple producing
ptates are paying 100000 to $4,000,
900 alyear for spraying apple trees, tc
keep down the coddling moth.
Why?
Because the woodpeckers, the sap
suckers. the robins. the bluejays, the
bluebirds. the orioles. the tanagers and
other birds that formerly preyed or
chat insect have been killed on.
Here are few records as to the val
ne of certain bug eaters;
A quail killed In cotton field In
Texas had in his craw the remains Of
1877 cotton boil weevils.
Another killed In potato field In
Pennsylvania had In his craw the re
| mains OF 101 potato bugs.
| Another killed in Kansas wheat
field had in its crop the remains Of
over 1900 chinch bugs.
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09

Through the courtesy Of Hiss Julia
Louise Jarratt tke states-G Graphic re-
ceived Al invitation 70 the graduating
exercises # <hs high school at Fort
Worth. Tex Mss Jarratt is q daugh-
ter Of Mr.. W 8 Jarratt, who former
II resided here
Evangelist VI n. Holiday of the
Harbert Avenue Church of Christ,
Memphis. wei preach at the court
house Sunday afternoon and evening
Subject at $50 in the afternoon win
be SIM evening at 7:S0 will be
@The Ten. Commandments The
public is cordially invited.
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09
METoL KEPT IN BANK VAULT
Chemical Used by Photographers Has
Become 50 Scarce That II 10
Now Almost Priceless.

Beloit. Wis etol, one Of the most
needed ingredients in the developing
Of photographs, has become so scarce
on the American market that a Beloit
photographer has taken his supply
to a safety deposit vault in local
bank.
c. r. Wright, local photographer,
says that short time ago he removed
from its hiding place In his studio q
package cox aiding four pounds of the
precious metol and took 1t to bank.
According to MI. Wright. photograph.
ic supply comI knies gave their last
quotation on etol more than two
months ago~ap since then II has been
practically impokibe to obtain it.
Before the European war metol was
quoted at about 81 pound. Its last
quotatioa was So for the same guam.
tity. AM It ishow astimated that the
value Of the stIa Is increased to near
ly 500.
OtneI bellN phOtOBrdpnerb hrt
guarding their 3supplles of metol also
Those who Id 70 esight laid In Q
stock OF chemicals while the "layinl
up was good Adyices to the photo
graphic supply trade are to the effec
that the prices Of Photographic papel
and other materials essential to thu
business have advanced SO that sool
photographer VIII be forced to in
crease their rates 100 per cent.
Hydrochinon q chemical which Ii
time may have 70 be relied on entire
ly for developing has advanced from
So cents TO $3.50 pei pound and potas
stun bromide Is now quoted at $50
per pound. as against 80 cent befor
the war.
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09
STOP LEAKS IN FARM WORK
System Of coordInated Effort Should
Be Worked Out and See Where
Savings Can Be Made.

One OF the great things on the farm
IL to see that the leaks are looked az
ter, not only stopping one leak, but
also the taking of general survey Of
all the departments of farm work, en-
deavoring to make saving wherever
there Is loss. Most Of US are familiar
with the story OF the Holland boy whs
discovered a leak In the dyke and
stuck his thumb in It to keep the sea
from breaking through and flooding
the land below. The story goes that
the leak grew in size and the lad was
forced to put In his fist, then his arm.
then his body. AS we recall II now, at
that point the story ends and nothing
was told us regarding the later re-
pairs or about the funeral Of the boy.
From this fable we gather an idea
regarding the farmers who are in the
habit of discovering leaks in farm
work. and for awhile the farmer en-
beavers to stop up the leak, then he
may discover that there is another
leak and forget about the first and
what may be buried therein. 1t is bet
ter to not look at one of the leaks, but
to investigate the entire system Of
farm practice to see If there is not an
opportunity to stop more than one leak
II they may be found. Some system
OF coordinated effort should be worked
out Such actions save great deal
Of energy that is now expended in
useless and ineffective spurts. The
point is, endeavor to stop not only the
main leak and then get lost in that eff
fort. but look over the entire field OF
work and see where savings can be
made in all lines.
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09
PROVIDING A YEARS WORK
(By c. e. Alfred, Division of Extension,
University Of Tenne see)

(By C. e. Alfred. Division of Extension,
University d Tenne see)
No matter how profitable crop may
lie. there is a limit to the amount that
IAN be raised with q givsI amount Of
labsr, As,d. tiss slaalfvI y Farm Is
usually fsirly constant, fpr given
gear AS only a small frafticn Of the
year can be devoted to one crop, the
farmer must determine the combine
ton that viii give the greatest returns
Cor the years werk
Cotton, corn and tobacco have been
the great crops N the south But the
work on these conficts seriously, par.
ticularly IN the northern part OF the
cotton region. Further south cotton
and corn 60 together better. Cotton
interferes with NEST other crops. This
is one reason why cotton farming has
so often been sone-crop system.
No one should expect to make q
very large profit from farming, unless
his business pregidss full years
work. It is even more important and
difficult tosprovide a full years work
for horses than for men. The first
Step is to decide on the rotation to be
used; the next is to lay out the fields
to At II
This work is not like play, II re
quires all the thought that farmer
can give It. He must plan for his own
conditions and farm Others may sug
sAst, but in the end he must do all the
planning himself. The profits or the
losses on the adopted plan win be his
90
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09
WATCH THE LICE

On chicks. These parasites sap the
very life blood out Of them. Dust the
hens at night with B. A. Thomas
Louise Killer and your troubles are
ended. 1t also hills bugs on cucumber,
tomato and squash vines. We sell il
to you and If it does not make good, we
viii. Short & Collins ju
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09
Starting With Poultry.

II not accustomed to poultry, begin
with a small number. Learn to make
a success with a few, then go on with
a larger number. In a majority Of
cases those who have made the big
gest success in the poultry world and
are yet in the business worked up
from a small beginning
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09

1t don't make any difference what
kind of ear you drive, you can find the
supplies Of R. N. Bond Auto Co. 20
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1916-06-09

We wish to thank our friends for the liberal
patronage given US this spring Words Of appreci-
alton for favors shown are always in order, and
we take this opportunity to say THANK you" one
and all.
We wish also to call your attention to the fact
that we have recently received three carload ship
ments:
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1916-05-24
London Reports Former
I'm German Chancellor to
Visit u. S.
WASHINGTON DOUBTS
TRUTH OF STORY
British View Is That Peace Move 10
Under Way--Another Report Has It
That Won Bueiow Is to Succeed Am
bassador Won Bernstorff - May Be
Acting in Same Capacity For Kaiser
as Colonel House Does For President

London. May 24.-The Exchange
Telegraph Company Says it learns
from diplomatic Sources that Prince
Won Buelow, former German chancel-
lor is proceeding to Washington,
charged by Emperor William with a
special mission. -., rr.> r-
The Exchange company says it also
understands the, prince (. will become
ambassador to the United States.
Prince Won Buelow has been referred
to recently as the man, who might be
selected by Emperor William to con-
duct peace negotiations should they be
undertaken. Late in 1914 the former
chancellor was sent to Rome and sue
ceeded in delaying Italy's declaration
Of war on Austria. He is credited also
with having prevented war between
Germany and Italy.
From time to time it has been re-
ported that Won Buelow was engaged
IN peace negotiations. but so far as has
been ascertafned these rumors were
without foundation. =
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1916-05-24
NEWS TO WASHINGTON.
Officials Not Apprised Of Coming I
Won BueIow or ANY Mission. =

Officials Not Apprised Of Coming of
= IL Won Buelow or Any Mission. Z
B. Washington, May 24.z-State depart
ment officials were frankly skeptical
Of the accuracy OF the report that
Prince Won Buelow was coming to
Washington on a special mission. They
have: received no official or unofficial
information that such visit was In
prospect. eIsS. go Lisa, x -,
X< A high official poin.e out that
the report originated in London, which
cast doubt on its truth as a possible
peace overture from Germany
The possibility that the former
chancellor would supplant Countyvon
Bernstorff as ambassador here was
also dotlbte q. -s a 81 - gss ~ ssa .Se ~.
\ Should Prince Won Buelow arrive in
Washington on a special mission Off
(eials thought it likely that his task
would be somewhat similar to that as
signed to Col. E. NJ. House, when he
visited European capitals at President
Wilson'S request.
It was suggested that Prince Won
Buelow might seek direct information
as ito the administrations views upon
American neutrality, activity OF Ger
mans in conspiracies in this country
and sale Of munitions to the allies. No
official would hazard speculation re-
garding the possible attitude OF the
president should Prince Won Buelow
arrive on a peace mission.