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About The frontier. (O'Neill City, Holt County, Neb.) 1880-1965 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 13, 1902)
The Frontier. VOLUME XXHI. O’NEILL. NEBRASKA, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13,1902. NUMBER 20. EVENTS OF THE PAST WEEK As Gleaned by the Frontier Reporter on his Daily Rounds About the Town EVERYTHING THAT OCCURED Is Recorded Here, If Not it Escaped the Anxious and Tireless Search of Our Reporter C. M. Abrams of Knoxville was over Monday. Attorney J. A. Rice and E. Opp, of Stuart, were in the city Tuesday. Attorney Dickson was over in Boyd i county on legal business the first of j the week. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Morrow were over from Spencer Monday visiting relatives. Elaner C. Phillips of Star was in town Monday making proof on his homestead. The Elkhorn extension has been completed and the first train was run into Bonesteel last Monday. J udge Harrington and Court Repor ter Maher are in Springview this week holding the fall term of court. Miss Tena Gatz, returned from Omaha last Saturday where she had been visiting relatives the past month. , C. F. Smith and family left for Bris tow, Boyd county, the first of the week where they expect to remain this winter. The county board is in session this closing the business that has accum unlated and preparing for the advent of the new board in January. E. S. Myers and F. M. Fike, of New port, were in the city Tuesday clos ing up a deal for a few sections of Holt county’s choice farming land. James Stout was in the city Sunday yand Monday visiting relatives and ln cidently selling a few goods for the Sioux Falls drug house he now repre sents. Atkinson Graphic: Miss May Mul tn came up from O’Neill Sunday and ill take the place in Mann’s store made vacant by the resignation of ■ Miss Fawkes. Freeman Bros, vaudiville shows held forth at the opera-house Monday and Tuesday. We understand the performance rendered did not come up to expectations. Mr. and Mrs. James F.O’Donnell left on the Elkhorn passenger Wednesday morning, amid showers of rice, old shoes and good wishes for a short visit with friends at Omaha. Charles Rock, of Oakland, Neb., has accepted a position in the mechanical department of this office and we are now better prepared than ever to turn out first-class job work on short notice Sam Howard is erecting a commo deous residense on Clay street between Third and Fourth and we understand ^contemplates moving therein when 'the building is ready for occupancy The play Davy Crockett, put on by the Redmond Co., at the opera house last Friday evening, was largely at tended and we understand the play was worthy the patronage extended. Sanford Parker was over from Spen cer Monday. Sanford naturally feels quite elated over the election in Boyd county and particularly over the majority that county gave Judge Kin kaid, nearly 400. Granite ware, Tinware, Queens ware, Glass ware, stationery and specialties at lowest prices at the Racket store, \three doors south of post office. We oiave a 5c and 10c counter. Call and see us. 20-4 p. Bowen. A. P. Brooks w ho left for Lake City, Colorado, a couple of weeks ago, to remain all wintor returned home Mon day night. Mr. Brooks says the al titude was too high for him and he /returned to old Holt satisfied that ^this country vvasgood enough for him. Arthur Coykendall, left for Wash ington last Friday morning to resume his duties in the government printing office. Art s;iys the atmosphere will feel purer for Nebraskans the next two years bee ruse there will be five re publcan cong ressmen there from this state instead of two. Col. Neil Brennan has a force of men and teams at work this week excavating for the brick store build ing which he expects to> erect upbn the corner of Fourth and Douglas streets soon as weather permits in the spring. The soil is be ing used to grade up the streets and w hen com pleted a great improvemsnt- will be apparant. William Menish, was again elected assessor of Shields township lr ist Tues day, defeating George Grab am, the populist nominee twelve vot< ss. This Si the third time he has been elected ssessor in this populist st ronghold ri and shows that when it c omes to rounding up vot^s William is a daisey. A marriage epidemic seems to have visited O’Neill. If it continues there may be some hopes that Tom Quilty, Jce Ryan, Joe Mann, Mike Sullivan, J. P. Gallagher and Joe Horriskey may succumb to the disease and join the ranks of the benidicts. When you see a man, supposed to be a republican, walking around with his bead hung down, as if ashamed to look a man in the face, put him downas one of thenumerous O’Neillits who claims allegiance to the republi can party and then on election day goes into the booth and votes the straight fusion ticket. There are several of them in O’Neill and most of them have been spotted. William Keeley returned from Al aska last week, where he had been the past live years seeking the precious metal among the mountains and streams in that section of thecountry. Roughing it in the Yukon country evidently agrees with him as he is about forty pounds heavier than when he left here and seems about ten years younger. He has notdecided whether he will go back in the spring or not. Miss Mary Cook, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Cook, living about four miles north of this city died at her home last Sunday night after an ill ness of about one month of typhoid fever. Deceased was born in this county in July 1886 and was a little over 16 years of age at the time of her death. Deceased always enjoyed good health until stricken with the fever and although everything that loving hearts and willing hands cauld do was done the dread disease could not be checked and Sunday evening she peasefully passed away. The funeral was held Tuesday morning from the Catholic church was largely attended and the remains were laid to rest in the Catholic cemttary. The sorrow ing family have the sympathy of the comnunlty in their bereavement. Columbus Times: One of our prom inent attorneys has an honest, inno cent Geiman girl as domestic in his family. She has learned to speak the English language in a remarkably short time, but many of the expres sions do not appeal to her in the pro per sense. The telephone has a peculiar charm for the girl. On Tues day there came a ring and hastened to the ’phone and put the recriver to her ear “Hello,” she cried. “Hello,” came back over the ’phone, “who is this?” “How do I know?” innocently inquired the maid, and she has wond ered ever since why the man at the other end of the wire laughed until he rang off. v. J. McManus and sisters, the Misses Mamie and Susie, Pete Ward and the servant, came near crossing the dark river by the gas route last Sunday night. Saturday they put up their hard coal stove and as it was quite cool Sunday a fire was started therin. When the stove was taken down m the spring a cloth was stuffed into the flue to prevent the soot from falling on the floor and when the stove was put up this was overlooked and the cloth remained in the flue. When the fire was started P. J. says at first the flue did not seem to draw very well and he prepared to investigate, but in a few seconds everything seem ed to be all right, and nothing further was thought of the matter. They re tired about 10:30 and every thing seemed to be all right. About 4 o’clock Miss Mamie awoke with a violent headache and with a sense of suffocation she arose, groped to the door and opened it allowing some of the deadly gas to escape. This act no doubt saved the lives of the entire household. The door remained open ed about ten minutes when she was taken with a chill and retired. Al though the house was then full of gas she was in such a stupor from inhal ing the deadly vapor that she was unconscious of the deadly pe ril threa tening them. Before retiring she at tempted to close the door buf, being so weak did not succeed in closin g it tight and the ventilation there saved the inmates. About 6 o’clock P. J. awoke and roused Pete Ward. Pat and Ward were partly unconscious from the gas but Ward managed to get up and out of the house. Miss Susie arose but soon dropped unconscious on the floor. This roused P. J. who struggled to the door and threw it open and after getting his sister to her feet started for Dr. Gilligan. Pat was so weak from the effects of the gas that it seemed like hours to him before he reached the doctors resi dence, which was only about a block away. When the doctor arrived and discovered the cause of the trouble it was but a short time until the rooms were free from the deadly gases. The cloth in the flue, while it allowed smoke through appeared to hold the gas, and the door being opened so of ten during the early part of the even ing prevented them from dectecting it. It was a very close call and one that the mem ben; of the family have no desire to again encounter. OFFICIAL COUNT—Vote Cast in Holt County Nov. 4. I CANDIDATES. __ Governor—J. S. Mickey, rep. W. H. Thompson, fus . S. 1 . Davis, pro. G. E. Bigelow, soc. Lieut, Gov.—E. G. McGUton, rep. K. A. Gilbert, fus. I. Llghtner, pro. A. D. Peugh, soc_*.. Sec. or State—G. W, Marsh, rep. J. H. Powers, fus. D. I). Norton, pro. J. P. Ree, soc. State Treas.—P. Mortensen, rep. ,1. H. Lyman, fus. W. H. Maddox, pro_ W. Stolley, soc. Aud. Pub. Acc’ts-C. Weston, rep. C. Q. DeFrance.fus J. Dale, pro. T. Llppencott, soc Attv. Gen.—F. N. Prout, rep. J. H. Broady, fus. W. B. Clark, pro.. J. R. Burleigh. soc. Com. p. l, and b—G. D. Follmer, rep .. J. C. Brennen, fus... J. M. Delworth, pro W. E. Adams, soc ... 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' * ~s ' " “ *(T p ~ -».® Is. B m 3. 2, aS I? S Br S* 5 • sr P S : So FIRST DISTRICT g : THIRD DISTRICT : FIFTH DISTRICT “ : SEVENTH DISERICT ; f Cleveland. . 201 27Gratan.Chambers. To SdlAtkluson ... ilH Ti Dustin.... 27 180'Nelll, lstward. 4* 58 Con ley. 33 21 Stuart. . kb ku Pleasantvlew. 15 21 O'Neill, 2d ward. 27 SOInman. 91 81 Rock Falls. 28 42jO’Nelll, 3d ward. 83 51 Cake. 21 27 Sand Creek. 2ft 20 • McClure. 14 28 Saratoga. 241 42|_J____ Totals. 142 170 . 220 284.. . .. 238 105 . 285 229 Majorities. .. 28 . 58 . 43 . M Married, at the Catholic church in this city Tuesday morning, November 11, at 8 o’clock, a. m. James McCaf lery and Miss Mina Clark, Rev. M. F. Cassidy, officiating. The groom is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs Joseph McCaflery, living southwest of this city, and is one of the most popular young men in this vicinity, whose friends are legion. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. An drew Clark, living sounthwest of O’Neill, and has lived in this county from infancy. By her amiable and cherry disposition she has won the love and admiration of all her ac quaintances who now wish her every happiness in life. The Frontier joins with the many friends of the happy young couple in wishing them long life and prosperity. 0 .Donnell-Skirv ing. Married, at the Catholic church, Wednesday morning, November 12, 1902, James F. O’Donnell, to Miss Leonie Skirving, Rev. M. F. Cassidy, officiating. The groom is the cashier of the O’Neill National bank and is one of the most prosperous and successful business men of the city. He has lived in O’Neill since infancy and among the people here who have seen him grow to manhood he is respected and admired for his manhood and ability. une Driae is me aaugnier oi mr. and Mrs. John Skirvlng and has lived in this city the past ten years, the last six of which she has filled the important position of stenographer in the law otlices of M. F. Harrington. Sheis a young lady with a sweet sunny disposition and amiable ways and has endeared herself to all her compan ions by her womanly character and ladylike demeanor. A reception was tendered the bridal couple and mem bers of the inmediate family of the contracting parties at the residence of the brides parents immediately after the ceremony, where Mr. and Mrs O’Donnell were the receptients of many numerous and costley presents. This happy young couple starts out upon the journey of life togethei under very auspicious cucumstances and the good wishes of their legion ol friends among which the “old man” of The Frontier subscribes himsell and hopes that in this journey through life they will be as happy and fret from care as on their wedding morn McGrane- Crotty One of the prettiest weddings held in the city for some time was that o! this morning, when Miss Vina Crotty daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Crotty was united to Mr. John F. McGrane at the Church of the Sacred Heart which took place at 9 o’clock. The church had been decorated with flowers and palms by friends and and the effect was very pretty when the hour for the ceremony arrived. The wedding march was played by Mrs. Geoj'ge Castle, and the ushers were Messrs. Gerecke and Swododa, who were followed by Mr. Fred Cashin and Miss May Harshman, groomsman and bridesmaid. The little ring bear er, Clara Crotty, preceded Mr McGrane and the bride came in on the arm of her father, wno gave her away. The impressive ritual service was used at the foot of the alter by Eev. Thomas Walsh and was followed by the nuptial high mass, the singing being led by Mrs. Nelle Gerecke-Eme ry. Father Walsh preached a beauti ful sermon on the subject of marriage and closed by bestowing on the bride and groom all the blessings of the church and good wishes of himself and congregation. The bride was becomingly dressed m heliotrope silk, trimed in white silk and applique. She wore a bride’s veil fastened with smilax and roses, and carried a bouquet of bride’s roses. Miss Harshman was bressed in old rose crepe de chene, trimmed in all over lace and applique. She also wore roses. The gentlemen were dressed in conventional black. Following the ceremony the guests repaired to the home of the bride’s parents, 1204 South Third street, where an enjoyable reception was held. Mr. and Mrs. McGrane depart ed on the noon train for a short wed ding trip to Peoria, 111. They expect to return and be at home to their friends in the house at the corner of Third and Cleveland street, about the first of December. The out of town guests were: Mrs. McGrane. mother of the groom, from O’Neill, Mr. and Mrs. Craft and Miss McCune from Missouri Valley, Mr. and Mrs. McCune of Wayne and Mr. and Mrs. Nichols of Scribner. Many beautiful and useful presents were received by Mr. and Mrs. Mc Grane and they have the best wishes of a host of friends for their future happiness. The bride has long been a resident of Norfolk, is a young lady of pleasant disposition and very popular with i large circle of friends. The groom has been in the employ of the F. E. & M V. as brakeman for the past four years and is highly esteemed by his fellow employes and Norfolk acquaintances —Norfolk News. Beet Hands Wanted Ten men and teams—We will paj $2.50 per day and board and feed foi team and wide tried wagons, $3 pei day for man and 4 horses, will also paj $25 per month and board for 5 or ( good men without teams will hav< one months work; come quick. Ditch Co. Thanksgiving Proclamation. Divine Providence has visited many blessings on the homes of Nebraska during the last year. Under favora ble climatic conditions the fields have yielded bountifully and the harvest promises ample reward to the hand that toils. Throughout the state the people well housed well provided with the necessities of life, healthful and happy. It has been a year of unex ampled prosperity. Humanity becomes the legatee of these material blessings not without corresponding obligation. In our hours of prosperity we should remem ber our duty to society. We should remember the church, the school and the home. In these places we should labor to strengthen the fiber and architecture of true manhood and woman-hood, thereby bearing attesta tion of our appreciation and grati tude and elevating the mental and moral standard of our fellow being. Providence causes rain to fall on fer tile lands; not on desert wastes. We are theredy admonished to employ our facilities and our meterial blessings to rightons ends. Therefore by virture of the authori ty vested in me by law, I, Ezra P. Savage, govenor of Nebraska, do por claim and designate Thursday, Nov ember 27, 1902, Thanksgiving day. And I do hereby direct that the public office of the state be closed on that day and I respectfully request that tlie people in their accustomed places of worship offer up thanks to Him who has given so generously of His blessings and Who has exercised such sweet solicitude for our weal and happiness. in testimony wnereor 1 nave Here unto set my hand and caused to be affixed the great seal of the state of Nebraska. Done at Lincoln this 7th day of November, A. D. 1902. By the governor, EZRA P. SAVAGE. GEORGE W. MARsH, Secretary of State, By Fred W. Miller. Deputy. Advertised Letters. The following letters remain un called for in the O’Neill postoffice for the week ending November 8, 1902: L. O. Bartley, John Bell, Els. Gatts, G. C. Nolpeed, J. D. Corrigan, Robert Zreke, (2) Mary Weston, N. C. Winston, G. I. Rowley, (2) W. L. Rosa Geo II. Vickers, Lillian Robbins, J. W. Harpstrite, A. E. Hemphill, Geo. Shellhar t, Chas N. Slehl, Jas Slayton, (Postal)C. N. Borders, G. C. Hall, I. R. Kenderdine, Collie Ray (2), Win. S. White. In calling for the above please say “advertised.” If not called for in two weeks will be sent to dead letter office IX H. Cronin, Postmaster. Furnished rooms for rent. 20-2 Mlts. J. COYKENDALL. For a bad taste in the mouth take Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets. For sale by. P. C. Corrigan. Estray:—One bay horse about 12 years old weight 900, parties owning same will please remove same and pay for this notice. 17-4 Elmek Hull, Blackbird Neb. Estrayed. From my place, two and half miles southwest of Ray, postortlce. One red heifer branded M on left shoulder. Liberal reward for Information. 20-1 pd C. J. Vkjuist. Corn Wanted We will pay 25cts per bu. (75 lbs) for 1000 bu. corn delivered at ranch. 2-20 Ditch Co. For Sale. I have for sale a good National Hay Press. Will sell for $100 on time. 20-1 D. A. Doyle. To the Public. Allow me to say a few words In praise of Chamberlain’s Cough Reme. dy. I had a very severe cough and cold and feared I would get pneumonia but after taking the second dose of this medicine I felt better, three bottles of it cured my cold and the pains in my chest disappeared entire ly. I am most respectfully yours for health, Ralph S Meyers, 6+—Thirty seventh St., Wheeling, W. Va. For sale by P. C. Corrigan. Atkinson Graphic: The directors of the Commercial Club this week held two conferences with representa tives of lighting plants, the project being to furnish Atkinson with a good lighting system. The first man had a gasoline gas outfit, tocost about #9000, which was not looked upon with favor The second man had an acetylene out fit which can be placed in operation for about $3000. Favorable action will probably be taken on the latter proposition in the neat future. It can be used for both light and heat. Jumped on a Ten Penny Nail. The little daughter of Mr. J. N. Powell jumped on an inverted rake made of ten penny nails, and thrust one nail entirely through her foot and asecond one halfway through. Cham berlain’s Pain Balm was promptly ap plied and five miuntes later the pain had disappeared and no more suffer ing was experienced. In three days the child was wearing her shoe as usua[ and with absolutely no discom fort. Mr. Powell is a well known merchant of Forkland, Va., Pain Balm is an antiseptic and heals such injuries without maturation and in one-third the time required by the usual treatment. For sale by. P. C. Corrigan.