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Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Hon. T. c. Graden in Philippines.

Since the war scare looms high in
the horizon, many friends have been
interested in the safety of our towns
man, Hon. T. c. Graden, who is
,pending the winter in the Orient.
Mr.. Graden sailed from San Fran
cisco Thanksgiving day. The latest
Letter from him dated January 6,
reached here seven weeks after it
vas mailed. In il he stated he was
n the lumber camp in the Philippines
where he has valuable saw min and
timber interests. His original plans
we're to tour Japan and visit on the
hawaiian islands on his return home.
As yet il is not known whether the
prospects Of Americas entrance in
10 the international conflict will
change his arrangements.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
New Orders Regarding
Stock Inspection.

Orders Number 1S and 10, affect
ing stock inspection in the San Juan
basin were issued by the state inspec-
tion board on February 20. Order No.
IS states from the date of issuance
until further notice all sheep from
New Mexico, whether moved by rail
or trail, crossing the Colorado New
Mexico state line, between Cumbres
range on the east and the Utah Colo
RADIO state line on the west, must be
;1rralled at the state line for inspec-
ton and must present certificate of
previous corral inspection in New
Mexico, dated not earlier than Feb
ruary Is, 1917, such certificate to be
signed or approved by U. S. Bureau
of Animal Husbandry. Any sheep
not provided with certificate OF corral
inspection in New Mexico, as provided
above, will be held 10 days for rein
spection before being allowed to
cross the Colorado state line. In ae-
cordance with Order No. 19, all sheep
driven from or thru the Southern Ute
reservation into Colorado, must be
dipped, under the supervision of an
inspector Of the state board of stock
inspection, once as exposed and twice
if infected, Immediately after cross
ing the line.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Griffith Grange Holds
Enthusiastic Meeting.

The Griffith grange, the largest in
the county, had an attendance of 1O5
last night when a special meeting was
held to initiate 10 new membrs. After
the business session there was mus
ical program followed by a social
hour that proved one of the most de-
lightfu in the history of the mesa.
The membership is growing so rap
idly it has been necessary to hold
weekly instead OF semi-monthly
meetings to transact the business. On
the occasion of the next meeting,
Wednesday March 7, John Morris,
rand Master of the state lodge will
be present.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
LITTLE GIRL HAD GROUP

Every mother knows and fears
,roup. Mrs. II. NJ. Raney, r. +. D. 2
stanford, KY. writes: "My little girl
iad been having Group every few
nights. | began to give her a few
'rops of Foley's Honey and Tar Com
1ound every two or three hours, and
that night she slept we'll, never cough
ed any, an dthe next day her cold
was gone. 10 all Of my friends
am saying. Get a bottle Of FoIey's
Honey and Tar for la grippe, coughs,
colds and Group. A genuine cure. -.
:. C. Wall. Durango Drug Co.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Funeral of Mrs. Sarah Lohr.

The funeral of the late Mrs. Sarah
Lohr, beloved wife of S. G. Lohr was
held from the Presbyterian church
this afternoon. The service was in
charge of Rev. w. N. Courtice. Many
old time friends were in attendance.
According to the obituary notice the
deceased was born in Johnstown,
Pennsylvania 81 years ago. She was
one of the pioneer residents of the
San Juan basin, having cast her lot
here more than 80 years ago.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
SUMMARY OF DEVELOPMENTS IN GERMAN PLOT
TO INVOLVE AMERICA IN WAR WITH JAPAN

Millions dollars have
States
The the Cuban and Costa Rcan trouble.
for German plot.
Congress expected ona rmed uraity.
Fihbuserng in has vanished
The senate is proceeding the laval
1t has the German eonsu.
German vessels ans.
ing sent the
The house passed the
will be substituted for the
sign the bill promptly arm American
vessels
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
sLoAN's LINIMENT Fon
KHEU MATfSM

The torture of rheumatism, the
pains and aches that make life un-
bearable are relieved By Sloan's Lin
'ment. clean clear liquid that is
Easy to apply and more effective
than mussy plasters or ointments
because it penetrates quickly withon.
rubbing. For the many pains and
aches following exposure, strains
sprains and muscle soreness. Sloan's
Liniment is promptly effective. Al
ways have a bottle handy for gout,
lumbago, toothache, backache, stiff
neck and all external pains. At drug
gists, 2Sc.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
X GOOD OLD-FASHIONED
pHYSIC."

oley Cathartic Tablets, whole
o paysis thoroughly cleanse the
.a rs syeeten the stomach, tone up
,he iver For Indigestion, bilious
nca aad breath, bloating, gas, or
constipation, no remedy is more high
ly recommended. VIM. o. E. Bielke,
hsncack Mich., writes; 81 have Civ
err Foley Cathartie Tablets a thor
opgi' trial md / can honestly recon-
mrnd them as mild but sure laxa-
tic. They work without gripping. +"
Give stout persons a free, light feel
ing S. 6. Wall Durango Drug
Go.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
SPRING COLDS ARE DANGEROUS

Sudden changes of temperature and
underwear bring spring colds with
st fled up head, sore throat and gen
err cold symptoms. A dose of DIR.
Kings New Discovery is sure relief,
tlis happy combination of antiseptic
balsama clears the head, soothes the
i1fitated membranes and what might
have been a lingering cold is broken
nm. Don't stop treatment when relief
is first felt as half cured cold is
dangerous Take DR.. Kings New
Discovery till your cold is gone.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Grand Master of State
Grange In Section.

John Morris, grand master Of the
Colorado state grange, is in the sec
ton, paying local branches Of the or
der official visits. Today he is at
Bayfield,, tomorrow night he is sched-
uled to visit the Sunnyside order and
next Wednesday night the Griffith or
der. Arrangements for visits to other
branches of the order will be made
during his sojourn in the county.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
TWO AMERICANS LOST
WHEN SHIP is SUNK.

LONDON, March 2. - Two Amer
cans We're apparently lost as the rc-
lult of summarizing the Cnlgoru
'astle Tuesday Ten other seamen
Re missing. Twelve survivors have
Been landed.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Skilfull surgical treatment, good
nursing and pluck have had their
part in the remarkably good recov-
cry Of Harry 2, Owen. When he re
ceived such serious Injuries of the arm
at the Idaho early in January it ap-
peared almost certain the member
would have to be amputated. The arm
was saved and he has very good pros
poets of having perfect use of it
again. According to present arrange
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Claude Houston Adjudec Insane.

The lunacy commission appointed
to examine Claude Houston reported
that he is insane. The report has been
approved by the court. As yet it has
not been determined what disposition
will he made of him. Catherine Mitch
el, who was examined as to whether
she had property in her possession be-
longing to the estate of D. Perinatti
signed her statement in court today
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
GRAND JURY PROBING
ALLEGED PLOT

NEW YORK, March .. The
grand jury probing the alleged spy
plot involving American newspapers
indicted Albert Sander, Charles Wun-
nenburg and George Bacon, on the
barge of launching military enter
prise for foreign government on
American soil
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Y IARROWDALE PRISONERS
SENT TO SWL AND

WASHINGTON, d. c.. March g.
Germany officially agreed To release
the iarrowdale prisoners. The pris-
oners will be transferred to Switzer-
land. according to message trans
nitted thru Ambassador Ritter.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
YOU NEED i Spring LAxArIvE

Dr. Ising' New Life Pills will re-
lanee hie accumulated wastes Of win
~ fro;n your intestines. the burden
TIE blooi. Get that sluggish spring
fever feeling out of your system,
ishtea -your eye, clear your. com
plexion. Get that vim and snap of
good purified healthy blood. Dr..
l lux NeN Life Pills are non-grip-
irg la1atiye that aids natures pro-
cess, tfy them tonight. At all Drug
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
SUFFRAGE PARTIES
ARE PLANNING UNION

WASHINGTON, d. c., March g.
The suffrage convention ratified the
proposal uniting the congressional
union and National Woman's par
ty. These will be amalgamated un-
der the name of the National Wom-
ans party.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Mucn EXTRA WORK IN MARCH

It's between seasons now, when
few persons perspire as much as
health demands. The result is dou-
bic work for the kidneys, for the kid
neys must throw out waste matter
from the system that is eliminated
through the pores when persons per
spre. Overworked, weak or disor-
dered Kidneys need help now. B. Fl.
Stone, Reading, Pa, writes; when
ever | need kidney remedy ] rely
on Foley Kidney Pills They have
been worth their weight in gold TO
me- 5, G. Wall. Durango Drug. Co.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
LOf AIS tND PERSONALS
FROM THURSDAYS DAILY

Mrs. George Daniels spent the day
at Cedar Hill on ranch busines.
It was below zero in silverton
this bright March morning
W f. Riddle left Telluride way
this morning to supply the trade with
his wares.
DR.. VIM. Schumacher left for Man
cos, Dolores and Telluride this morn
ing on sheep inspection business.
A noticeable decrease in the sale of
pretzels in our town has been report
ed in the past fourteen months.
An exchange notes as spring cleo
tion approaches candidates are com
mencing TO go to church.
Mr.. and Mrs. Cd. Hill arrived
from the east last night on their way
to Dolores.
Mrs. Mary Otis returned to Farm
ington today, after fortnight's stay
here, the guest of Mrs. W. B. Farley
Mrs. Lizzie Caviness. widow of the
late James Caviness, is over from
Mancos on business mission
John Mattivi and Ben Mattivi of
Saverton were at the Southern last
might en- route to Chicago.
another thing TO worry about: The
price of diamonds bids fair to keep
apace with other things in the days
of H. C. Of L.
w. S. McNeely is improving SO
rapidly he is beginning to refuse to
listen to any suggestion about going
away on health seeking mission.
Speaking of calamity, it is report
ed farmer in the San Juan basin
had a pushel of potatoes frozen this
winter.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
FLETCHER WILL ASK
CARRANZA FOR STATEMENT

WASHINGTON, d. c., March g.
Fletcher will today ask Carranza to
make plain his attitude regarding the
plot.
The British embassy announced to-
day that no official connected with It
knew anything OF Zimmermann's let
ter, until it was published.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
COUNTY COURT

Albert Bernard has been appointed
administrator Of the estate Of his
wife, the late Mrs. l.. V. Bernard. To.
morrow at 10 o'clock, the lads charg-
ed with burglarizing the Japanese
store will be tried before Judge Nc
Cloud.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
KAISER Is SICK; CONFINED
70 ROOM. DOC. NOT WORRIED

AMSTERDAM, March 2. = The
Kaiser is confined to his room. on ac-
count of illness. He is receiving his
ministers and communicating with the
German headquarters daily. Physi-
clans are not worried over his con-
dition.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
A Joke That Was Not Appreciated

The dignified Seniors of the d. H.
S. class II, we're so fascinated by
the Sunbonnet Babies in the enter
.tainment of the 22nd that they sought
to emulate the charm of those small
people and appeared at school this
morning, dressed-the girls in pin
AZORES and pig tails, and the boys in
overalls. Thereby hoping to receive a
similar appreciation. But alas! Mrs.
fufford failed to see any humor in the
situation and they were ali promptly
sent out told to change their ridicu-
lous attire.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Sells Kline Mesa Ranch.

Jasper Hayhurst has sold his Kline
mesa ranch to |. b. Hubbs. Consid-
Grafton $4,000. Mr.. Hayhurst is
lanning to go to Routt county later
n the season to hunt new location.
Before making the trip he will spend
month or more in Durango. -..
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
GRANTED CHANGE OF VENUE

Today was the date scheduled for
the trial Of Taylor Maddox, before
Justice Draper, on an assault and
battery charge. Upon application of
his attorney. the defendant was
granted = change Of venue.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Warranty Deeds.

Two warranty deeds were filed in
the county clerks office today; James
Gallery, 160-acre tract of land to Ida
Wolf. consideration $500. Minnie b.
Fry and James l.. Fry, forty-acre
tract of land to Carl W. Thompson
and Beulah Thompson, consideration
not given.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
1HICAGO POTATOE PRICES
DECLINING FROM BOYCOTT

CHICAGO, March 2. - Potatoes
are accumulating and the market
ontinues to decline. Fancy western
)otatoes are quoted at $3.50 whole
iale, IS cents below Mondays quota
ions.
Commission men believe the boy
oft is responsible.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

W. S. McCaw returned to Florida
lesa this morning with Florida
cocoanut, which he received by par
81 post yesterday from l.. f. Smith
Tho is soiourning at Miami. Mr.. Nc
'aw appreciated the gift far more
han some post office authorities
'ho were inclined to thing it looked
ike q bomb.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

The hope of Colorado for the kill
ng of great mass of freak legisla-
ticve bills and an early adjournment
ests with the conservative elements
Of the Twenty-first General Assembly
--Alamosa Empire.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
DARCY Is STACKER"
CAN'T FIGHT IN n. Y.

ALBANY, March 2. Branding
Darcy Stacked" Governor Whit
man ordered boxing commission to
prohibit the Australian from partic-
'pating in any boxing contest in the
safe.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
TURKS ARE BEING ROUTED

LONDON. March 2. The Turk.
sh retreat from kut Ell Amara is be-
oming a rout. The British continue
he pursuit. Four thousand three
iundred Turks have been imprisoned.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

WASHINGTON, March Q. - Late
today the senate will vote on Will
sons request for power TO handle the
situation arising from the necessity
of protecting American lives and in
terests on the sea-
By vote presaging speedy pass
age Of the authority resolution, it
was decided to begin consideration Of
The bill at o'clock, as soon as the
navy bill is out of the way, Several
hours debate is expected.
The house resolution which passed
last night win probably be shelved
and the senate resolution substitut.
/. The house measure is finally ex-
ected to pass and be sent to Wilson
for signature After siging the meas.
ure, the President is expected to inn
mediately order the arming of Amer.
lean merchantmen.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
W. o. W. Quarters.

Very good progress is being made
remodeling the old Morlock huild-
ng into a lodge and club quarters
or the present owners, the Woodmen
u the World.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

ments Mr.. Owen will be released from
the hospital and leave for his home at
Mancos tomorrow, Mrs. Owen came
over from Mancos last evening TO ac-
company him on the journey.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Johnnie Farrell Undergoes Operation

Johnnie Farrell underwent an op-
GRAFTON for appendicitis and adhesions
at Ochsner's hospital thin morning.
Reports from his bedside this after
noon, indicate he stood the ordeal as
well as could be expected.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
Vital Statistics Record.

The vital statistics record for the
month Of February, just compiled by
'ity Clerk Myers shows births and
; deaths in the city of Durango for
the period
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

LONDON, March 2. The Ger
Mexican intrigue created a sem
sation. England believes the 'conspir-
acy the 'last straw" American par
licipation in the war is regarded as
certain.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
WAR COUNCIL BEING FORMED

W WASHINGTON, d. c., March g.
A war council to direct the countly's
course in the event of hostilities is
being formed. 1t will include Pres
ldent Wilson, members of the cabinet
and industrial exports now affiliated
with the council of national defense.
1t is proposed the council be strict
ly coalition of every political faith
represented. The first council will
include upwards of twenty posts, de-
partments of transportation, supplies
communication etc and will he indi-
vidually supervised by big men. vii.
lard and Daniels will head the trans
portation department.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
LOCALS AND PERSONALS
FROM FRIDAYS DAILY

Mrs. Anton Georgette arrived from
the Dolores section last night to en-.
ter "A local hospital for treatment.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mr.. and Mrs. James Kimsey have
perfected arrangements to take up
their abode on their Flora Vista ranch
Mr.. Kimsey, who is brakeman on the
Silverton branch, has taken 80 days
clay off" and will spend the time till
ing the soil. He is planning to raise
potatoes, onions and melons on quite
an extensive scale, in addition to de-
voting considerable time to his stock
interests.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05
RAIDS ON TWO SIDES REFUSED

BERLIN, March. 2. British at
tacks east of Souchez have been re-
pulsed. Hand-to-hand fighting featur-
ed the attacks.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mrs. Clyde Larrabee leaves about
the fifteenth of the month for points
east for two months visit with rel
atives and old time friends in Mich
igan. Illinois and Indiana. Mr.. Lar
rabee will join her during the latter
part of her stay.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mrs. William Pieper and Mrs
Charles Edstrom and little son re-
turned to Riverside this morning
The latter had been here for some
time undergoing treatment for trou-
BILE of long standing.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mrs. Reid Coppinger and little
Miss Virginia and Master Billy re-
turned TO New Mexico this morning
to join Mr.. Coppingcr in the Pende-
IN section. They expect to move to
heir sumer home at Pine Ridge a
ouple of months hence.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

PARIS, March. 2. - Two German
raids west Of Soissens have been re-
pulsed, Artillery duels are in pro-
gress in Avoesurt woods
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Rev. S. A. Curtis is over from Do
lores after his wife, who has just re-
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mr.. and Mrs. r. L. Eckles returned
o Pennington this morning, after
luite an extended visit with local
friends, in this their old home town
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Fred V. olney was down from
Marvel last night guest at the Me
Neely house.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mr.. and Mrs. Byron Moreland re
turned to the Florida mesa this morn
ing with their four year old son, who
has been in local hospital undergo
ing treatment for abscess of the ear
and tonsilitis. The little fellow is far
on the road to recovery.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

covered from an operation performed
in a local hospital,
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mrs. Ateneia of Nutria valley un-
derwent a successful mastod opera
tion at oschner hospital last even
ing. The patient was brought to
town by DIR. Garthwaite of Chama
who assisted with the operation.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

doc" Hawley returned to the
Kline mesa this morning after short
stay in Durango.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

NIs- T. N. Chase and daughter
Betty" went to Pennington today
for visit with the latter's grand
mother, Mrs. Minola Ball
The day seems fast approaching
when the contents of the family lar
der will be placed in the treasure
chest for safe keeping
Mrs. Ella Ballou of Silverton pass
ed thru Durango this morning on her
way 10 Denver to visit her son Nat
Ballou and family.
Mrs. Alta W, Dow and babe depart
ed for their home at Englewood this
morning after three weeks visit with
her relatives, the members of the
VIM. c. Winner family.
Leo Obendorfer returned to Rico
this morning where he is engaged in
mercantile business with his father.
Dental troubles occasioned his trip
here.
Mrs. Nellie Humphries of Ouray
a sister of the late Allen Clemmons,
departed for home this morning. aft
er visit with Mrs G. V. Day at FL
co.
The Free Methodist people who are
aboring so untiringly for the success
of their special meetings observed
yesterday as fast period and held
all day prayer meeting.
Mrs. j. d. Durflinger of Farming
ton was on her way to Arboles this
morning, where She will spend two
weeks with her sister Mrs. Rex, be-
fore continuing her travels to her
new home at Eaton, Colorado.
Mrs. Atencia of Nutria valley un-
derwent a successful mastoid opera
tion at oschner hospital last even
ing. The patient was brought to
town by DIR. Garthwaite of Chama
who assisted with the operation.
Mrs. William Pieper and Mrs
Charles Edstrom and little son re-
turned to Riverside this morning.
The latter had been here for some
time undergoing treatment for trou-
BILE of long standing.
Mrs. Clyde Larrabee leaves about
the fifteenth of the month for points
east for two months visit with rel
atives and old time friends in Mich
igan. Illinois and Indiana. Mr.. Lar
rabee will join her during the latter
part of her stay.
Mr.. and Mrs. Byron Moreland re
turned to the Florida mesa this morn
ing with their four year old son, who
has been in local hospital undergo
ing treatment for abscess of the ear
and tonsilitis. The little fellow is far
on the road to recovery.
Speaking of the high cost of liv-
ing, while we in this land of peace are
paying and 10 cents pound for
sugar, the Russians are paying 80
cents for the same product. The price
of coal oil is even more exorbitant,
the quotations being so cents a pint.
Clara and Mary Kinsley of the
Mancos section and f. j. Sanders and
family of Dolores were en- route to
their old home in Oklahoma this
morning, where they have been at
tracted in part by the glowing re-
ports of wealth quickly acquired via
the oil route.
Mr.. and Mrs. James Kimsey have
perfected arrangements to take up
their abode on their Flora Vista ranch
Mr.. Kimsey, who is brakeman on the
Silverton branch, has taken 80 days
"lay Off and will spend the time till
ing the soil. He is planning to raise
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mrs. L, X. Chase and daughter
Betty went to Pennington today
for visit with the latter's grand
mother, Mrs. Minola Ball.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Fred V. olney was down from
Marvel last night a guest at the Me
Neely house.
doc" Hawley returned to the
Kline mesa this morning after a short
stay in Durango.
Mrs. James McMichae of Flora
Vista departed for Kansas this
morning for visit with relatives.
Judge Searcy left for Antonito
this morning to try some cases for
Judge Wiley.
Fred Sperandio arrived from Lead
vile last night in response to a mes
sage telling him of the sudden death
of his brother, Joe.
Undersheriff Hampton went to
ignacio this morning to summons jur-
ors for the March term of district
court.
Mrs. John Pearson returned to the
Florida mesa ranch this morning
after spending a few days in town,
the guest of Mrs. B. j. Ochsner.
Mrs. y. Rowe was bound for the
Kline ranch this morning, after a
visit with her husband who is max
ing Chama his headquarters.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. q. Owen departed
or their home at Mancos this morn
ing. Mr.. Owen will return here oft
n TO have his injured arm treated.
Mrs. Cal. McFadden returned to
Ihama this morning, after enjoying
the hospitality of Mrs. NJ. j. Hurley
for several days.
w. b. Asher returned to Bayfield,
his morning, after spending a few
days here having some dental work
ione.
Mrs. c. A. Keith and Mrs. j.. NJ.
)aInell of the Bayfield, section re-
armed home this morning, after at
ending the funeral of the formers
istcr and the latter's aunt, the late
irs. Albert Bernard.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mrs. j. D. Durflinger of Farming
ton was on her way to Arboles this
morning, where she will spend two
weeks with her sister Mrs. Rex, be-
fore continuing her travels to her
new home at Eaton, Colorado.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Mrs. Alta W, Dow and babe depart
ed for their home at Englewood this
morning after three weeks visit with
her relatives, the members of the
VIM. c. Winner family.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

W F. Riddle left Telluride way
this morning to supply the trade with
his wares.
Semi-weekly herald., 1917-03-05

Speaking of the high cost of liv-
ing, while we in this land of peace are
paying o and 10 cents a pound for
sugar, the Russians are paying 80
cents for the same product. The price
of coal oil is even more exorbitant,
the quotations being so cents a pint.