For what it's worth, I think this article ranks in the top ten on the 'sicko' list. It's the third time I've heard of an ax being taken to a mule in those days. (Why would Mr. GONGLOFF attempt to kill John MILLER's mule?) -Kay Jefferson Democrat January 28,1892 Part 4 Volunteer transcription by Julia Gass Last week Peter GRIMM, our babe, the dreamer, had a horse named Dave, who was some the worse for age ...... Peter took the hatchet--not Washington's---- and hit him a crash on the head to make him get up, but he only stretched himself out for good and was a goner. Peter probably thought the lick would act on Dave like similar medicine acted on an old mule of John MILLER's. Said mule was led out into the woods, and Mr. GONGLOFF struck him down with an ax and then gave him a couple of more licks to make sure of the job, and left him lying. Next morning, to the surprise of all, the mule was standing at the gate neighing for his breakfast, somewhat disfigured about the head though.         Maxville, Jan.21, 1892