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Show " . i j -. , S ! ' "' ! '"v VOL. 7. NO. .18. SPRING VI LLE, UTAH, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1897. PRICE: $2.00 PER YEAR. I I A A -1 i J J Jl. JLJL Spend ovee $1,000. City Fatliers Mae Large Drafts. CL08I5G TWO YEAR'S BUSINESS. iito. B.'. Matson "Works iU Tax Collector and Saves 85. Pierce & Whiting Will Have Their Water Power. The City Council met In regular session Monday night. All the mem-berg mem-berg were present with Mayor Deal in the chair. Geo. H. Houtz sent in a communication, communi-cation, askictr that his dog tax be remitted, re-mitted, as he had lost the dog on which the tax was paid. The prayer was granted. William Sumsion sent in a communication, com-munication, asking for $15 for dam age done his beet crop by an overflow of an irrigation ditch, on account of a defect in same. Uoferred to the committee on irrigation. A communication from G S. Wood Mercantile Co., declining the $80 appropriated ap-propriated by the Council in payment of their part for the settlement of the Cora Harrison case was read. The communication stated that the firm had been given to understand by the committee from the Council, that had the matter in charge, that the Council would pay half of the amount of settlement, an'' that they had compromised the case for $240, and they therefore asked for $120 as per agreement. After some little discussion, pro and con, $40 more was appropriated to settle the business. A communication from Thurman & Wedgwood was read, informing the Council that they had formed a partnership part-nership with Senator J. L. Rawlins, but they did not intend for the prc- sent to give up their Provo office, and that they would still like to retain , the attorneyship for Springville. Communication laid on the table for the action of the incoming Council. " . The committee to which was rc- ferred the petition of Andrew Pierce and L. J. Whitney, asking to be allowed al-lowed the use of the Sage Creek sect to operate the machinery for a box factory made their report, advising that the petition be granted and that the committee on law be instructed to draw up a contract, compelling the petitioners to keep the head-gates head-gates and ditch in good condition, under the supervision of the water-master. water-master. The bond of Lucia Ilaymond as City Treasurer, in the sum of $2,000, was read and approved by the Council. Coun-cil. L S. Wood, G. S. Wood and It. A. Deal were named in the bond up securities. The report of City Tax Collector Joseph H. Storrs was then read. It was as follows: Amount ai per tax roll, $3,426.67; collected as per treasurer's treasur-er's receipts, $3087.38; tax remitted, $330.34; property exhausted, $8.95 At this juncture Hall created somewhat some-what of a sensation, by stating that Geo. B. Matson had made a misstatement misstate-ment to the Council at their last meeting when he asked 'for a remittance remit-tance of his tax, claiming that he had been taxed twice on a mortgage lie held in connection with S. M. Davis, In the sum of $2,000, and that he had no other personal property to the amount of $1,000. Oa his statement of the case his tax to the amount of $5 was remitted. Hall made the statement state-ment to the Council that he had investigated in-vestigated the matter since, and that he had found that Matson had held a mortgage on a piece of property to the amount of $800 at the time of assessment, assess-ment, which he had released, taking only a promisory note for the money, and that he had also discovered $200 more of personal property, making the amount Mr. Matson was assessed. Hall stated that he cuuld bring plenty of proof to substantiate his statements. The matter caused some little excitement in the Council, Coun-cil, and after some discussion was dropped for the time being. The Mayor stated that the tax on the city pasture for the total 624 acres, for the year '07, amounted to $195.24, which he had ordered to be paid. His action was sustained and a warrant wa9 ordered drawn for that amount, to keep the matter straight on the Treasurer's books. The following bills were read and allowed: Bill of City Treasurer Joseph II. Storrs- fer Interest od overdrafts at the Springville Bank, $33.10. The bill of City Tax Collector Jos. H. Storrs, $1.23. . Bill of A. C. Bird, for livery service fer four month's, for Marshal, $13. Bill of D. A. Craodall for services as Royal makes the lood pure, wholesome and delicious. PS POWDER Absolutely Pure ROYAL eAKfNO POWOCR CO.. NEW VO.K. registration otlicer for Second precinct. pre-cinct. $3.75. Bill of A. G. Ilaymond for services as election judge, $4. Bill of Independent for printing and binding city warrant book, $2.50. Bill of Joseph Loynd for services as councilman, $33 Bill of It. A. Deal for services as Mayor, $60. Bill of G. S. Wood for $14.10, referred re-ferred to the Mayor. Bill of A. J. South wick for services as Recorder, $70. Bill of tithing office for lumber, $4. Bill of S. R. Thurman for services as city attorney. $100. Bill of Wui.tSuimion for services as registration officer of First precinct, cut down to $8. and allowed. Bill of J. S, Scott, for seryices as councilman, $40. Bill of Rawlins & Critchlow for $320 for preparing brief and arguing before the Supreme Court of the United States in the Perry- Thomas damage case, which was laid on the table at the last meeting until the Mayor could be present, was again brought up and was allowed. Kill of City Treasurer Jos. II. Storrs, for $12.50. Bill of II; T. Reynolds for services as councilman, $10. The Mayor tnen stated that Ex-Marshal Ex-Marshal Clark had on deposit at the Springville Bank, in his own name, $125.26 of the city's money belonging to the City Hall and contingent fund, and that Mrs. Clark would give, the Council an order for the money, but the cashier of the bank, by order of his attorney, would not pay the money over without the Council would pass a resolution asking him to do so, and agreeing to stand between be-tween the bank and all future trouble. The resolution was passed and Council Coun-cil adjourned until next Monday night at 7 o'clock. Household Gods. The aucient Greeks believe that the Penates were the gods who attended at-tended to the welfare an 1 prosperity of the family. They were worshipped as household gods in every home. The household god of today is Dr. King's New Discovery. For consumption, consump-tion, coughs, colds and for all affections affec-tions of Throat, Chest and Lungs it is invaluable. It has been tried for a quarter of a century and is guaranteed to cure, or money returned. No household house-hold should be without this good hngel. It is pleasant to take and a safe and sure remedy for old and young. Free trial bottles at C. J. Peterson's Drug Store. Regular size 50c and $1.00. Tour of the Klondike. The stellar attraction for this week will be the Edward Shields company, at City Hall, Saturday, Dec. 25th. Mr. Edward Shields, the great Arctic traveler and journalist, who recently returned from the gold fields of the frozen north, is now making a tour of the United States, giving an illustrated illus-trated discription of the journey to Dawson City, over all routes. He has over 200 views made from original negatives direct from naturt. The hardships of Chllcoot and White passes are depleted true to life, and the trip down the lakes to Dawson and the Klondike mines is graphically described and Illustrated. Mr. Shields has spent the past ten years on the Pacific Coast, and has gained an enviable en-viable reputation as a public speaker and entertainer. He stopped at several of the larger cities ou his journey east and the entire press speak of his description as "brilliant, witty and inteosely interesting," while the entertainment is described as the ''finest scenic production ever given in this city." Associated with the company is the pleasing young entertainer, Miss Helen Lamar, whose specialty is illustrated ill-ustrated poems. She is the only person before the public giving such a specialty and the press accord her a great ovation. Mr. Chas. II. Whiting, Whit-ing, the eminent baritone vocalist, who has delighted two continents with his magnillcent voice, is another an-other member of the company, and he also is given the highest praise fur his work. He is a nephew of Geo. E. Whiting, the celebrated organist, and has been before the public of America and Europe for fifteen years, singing lead in some of the finest aggregations. ag-gregations. One of Edison's latest improved Projectoscopes is used in all of their productions, and the poems and songs are beautifully illustrated with ani mated pictures and hand-painted views. Only the most expensive and modem paraphinalia is used, and thd people of this city can rest assured that ihey will be given an entertainment entertain-ment high above the averagesomething averagesome-thing new, interesting and brilliant; Notice. f i Commencing January 1st., 1808, we, the undersigned, will pay 4 per cent, interest, compounded semi-annually on all savings deposits, and hereby give notice to all present depositors that the present rate of 5 per cent, will be reduced to 4 per cent, compounded com-pounded semi-annually, to tke effect at the ending of the tlrst quarter kif the year 1898. ,i Springville Banking Co., Provo Com'l & Savings' Bank, Utah County Savings' Bank, Bank of American Fork, ') Leui Com'l & Savings' Bank. BUSINESS BRIEFS. ; . v Eggs for sale at W. M. Roylance's Green apples for sale at Wro. M. Roylance's. j: ' Best meats in the market at Miners' meat market. Special holiday prices at Buyer & Bringhursl's. , Go to Dr. N. II. Nelson to get your dental work done. A good stock af candies and groceries grocer-ies at Whitehead's. Kindred & Dowdell, headquarters for blacksmithiug. Call at Hout'z confectionery store and see the live eagle. Chopped feed and flour at the Springville Roller Mill. If you are going to build get E l. Child's bid on the work. A complete stock of jewelry and silver ware at Stauson's. Get your home-made woolen and flannel goods at Whitehead's. To shave at our shop is tru'y a pleasure. Brown & Manwariug. Boys, call at G. E. Anderson's and see the latest fad in motto buttons. P. E. Houtz is making some fine family records at a very cheap llgure The largest stock of clothing in the city at H. T. Reynold's, at low prices. Go to Wood & Packard's for the best shave in town and take a good bath. If 30U have any cows, calves, pigs or poultry you wish to sell call ou C. II. Webb. A large assortment of Christmas goods in the furniture line at Molen & Caffrey's. Any "dead beat" can afford a new suit at the prices made by Boyer & Bringhurst. Mrs. L. N. Murphy has the best and most complete stock of millinery goods in the city. The Pexton Notion Store has mocdonc door south, but they arc still in line fur the notion trade. Smokers should know that the City Drug store sells the best cigars, cig arettes and tobacco In the town. Burkina's Arnica Salve. Thebestsalve in the world for Cuts bruises, sores, tilers, salt rheum, fever sores, tetter, chapped hands, chilblains, chil-blains, corns, and all skin eruptions. and positively cures piles, or do pay required. It is guaranteed to giv perfect satisfaction or money refond ed. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by Dr. C. J. Peterson, druggist. XOTICfl. j The- regular annual meeting and election of officers of the Western Lithographic Stone Co. will bo held at the city hall on Monday, Jan. 10th, i 898, at 2 o'clock p. m. J. M. Westwood, Pres't. Cheap Kates to Salt Lake via Oregon Short Line. j December 23rd, t ickets will he sold to Salt Lake and return at $1.25 for the round trip. Visual excursion rates from other Utah county points. Take the morning train. Attention, Company! On next Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock the Minute Men and Heme Guard, of Springville Post, are re quested to meet at the city hall to make arrangements for the annual reunion. A full attendance is desired. T. L. Mkndenuall, Captain. Excursion Rates Dec. 23rd. Via Oregon Short Line to Salt Lake and return only $1.25. Train leaves at 7:42 a. m., returns at 6 p. m. No-to-Bac for Fifty Cent. Guaranteed tobacco liablt euro, make weak men fitroiii, blood pure. bUc. 11. Ali druggists. Fruit I"arm for Sale. I have a tract of about 9 acres of first class fruit land, on a southern slope, with first-class water right. About 2 acres are set with GOO peach, pear and apple trees; 2 acres are set with 2,000 grape vines; the balance of the plat is in lucerne. AH trees and vines are in full bearing. bear-ing. For sale cheap, for cash. Enquire for particulars of, Davis Clark, Springville, Utah. President McKinley's Annual An-nual Message was sent to Congress on Monday the 6th inst. and while it is an n.hlfi fit.fl.t.A (inmimftnt. rAf prr in cr in a atfamcn1ilro monnor -f-o ATo tional questions, fully maintaining the dignity of our great country, there is no definite measures suggested for the maintainance of the poor. All are left to rustle for themselves, and as we have to rustle rus-tle some funds we wille sil for cash until sold. GROCERIES. Flour 2.10, 2.20 and 2.40 per cwt. Mixed canned fruits 15c can. Christmas candies 10, 12. 15 and 20c lb. Peanuts 15c lb. or 2 lbs, for 25c. Mixed nuts 20c lb. Pile's soap 5c to 20e bar. Dunhams cocoa nut 10 und20: pkg. Currants and Raisins 10c. lb. Dalmatian figs 15c lb. Five gls. Coal oil for 1.10. Fifty lbs. salt for 50o. DRY GOODS. A choice lot of Remnants 5, 7J, aud 10c. Selections in dress goods 15, 17j and 25c. Fancy Eiderdown 40 and 50c. Plaid Outing Flannel Gic per yd. Special Offers. 12-4 all wool Blankets $2.95. Floor oil cloth and linoliutn patterns 50c to 2.40. Curtain Scrim 6c yard. Curtain Lace 25c yard. Full line of German Socks and Overs. Mens, Ladies, Misses and Childrens Arties and Rubbers. min Pair Suspenders 11 Buy vour Friends uselul articles for presents, such as nice Dishes, Water and Wine Sets, Lamps, Lap Robes, Etc. -TURKEYS WANTED. Foot Ball Contest At, Salt Lake Dec. 23rd. Special rates of f 1 25 for the round trfp. Fall lu line and see the great contest. Take the Short Line. Mrs. Stark, Pleasant Uldgc, Q says, 'After two doctors gave up my boy to die, 1 saved him from croup by using One Minute Cough Cure." It Is the quickest and most cortaln remedy for coughs, colds and all throat and lung troubles. O. J Peterson. Senator Woleot Eh- 1 "XT4t-W i33j. why you should not Candies, Etc. D If you want to Groceries Fruits or Produce Please Call on or vVrite me, WM. M. ROYLANCE, Springville, ITtah Car Load Lots a Specialty. Agent for Bicycles, Studebaker Wagons, Etc. Boyer & Bringhurst. Farm forfMl. Plac of about 40 acres. 30 of wtiich is Improved, located in Henble Creek canyon at tho mouth of Dry Canyon, with good house and barn, granery and other buildings. Pries 11.600; part cash. Inquire of L. S. Whiting; Oakland, Utah. Examine Our 25 cent Flexible Flexi-ble Back Curry Comb. Just thtf thing for ALL horses, Especial ly Nervous and Seositir One Xra.tonca.js to 18 Quoted at 56 1-4 eta But that la no reason buy your 9 ft Where you can get the most for your money. To do this you must go to Jas. Whitehead, Jr. ON'T Fall to call and Take Advaatago : of tha Bargains Offered. : : Cash Pai Children's shoes, 5 to 8s 25c pair, " 8s to 12s 1.00 to 1.50. Misses " 13s to 2i 1.10 to 1.75. Ladies' " 1.35 to 2.75. Mens " 1.00 to 2.75. Boys " 1.25 to 2.00. CLOTHING I FURNISHINGS. Childrens clothing from 1.35 to $5 a suit Youths & Boys clothing 4.00 to 5.50 " Mens clothing 6.00 to 11.00 a suit. A few nice overcoats from 8.00 to 14.00. Mens sweaters 60c to 1.10. " work shirts from 50 to 90c. " white and fancy laundered shirts from 75c to 1.25. Cravats and 4-in-haud ties 25 to 50c. Underwear from 1.00 to 2.00 a suit. Linen and Celluloid cuffs and collars. An endless variety of collar buttons from 5c dz to 25c each. COME AND SEE. But Suiting |