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Salt River herald., 1878-10-26
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Buyers will do well to note this fact and call there and examine this stock before it is all gone, as there are bargains to be had un- doubtedly.
Salt River herald., 1878-10-26
TEXAS PACIFIC RAILROAD.
Notice.

T.. s. LAND OFFICE,
 FLORENCE. Juhe Is, ls7e. am authorized by the Texas Pacific Rail road Company to say, that occupants of lands reserved to said Company, by Act of Congress. who hle applications. can have the option of purchase at double minimum price for a stated time aier the title is complete.
 l9-u CHlnIEs D. PusIoS.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Church ChOirs Again.
EDITOR INDEPENDENT:

EDITOR INDEPENDENT:
am sincerely sorry and somewhat
surprised that my article in your is
sue of the eth inst, should have been
so miserably misconstrued. merely
meant to show that church music in
large cities had become SO artistic and
intricate that an attempt to "sail in,"
as you elegantly express it, would be
successful by very few of the congre-
CATION, and that a desire to ape those
city choirs, resulted too frequently
in the choice of members whose con-
duct in church did not comport with
the sanctity of the place. This was
simple statement, in general terms,
of the facts as they appeared to me.
From what you drew the inference
that was opposed to church choirs,
remains mystery. But that is not
all. In your last issue appeared an
advertisement" signed "Choir," pur-
porting to be from St. Luke's, in quest
Of person who shall teach them TO
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
BRIEF MENTION.


Potatoes are quoted at 70 cents per bushel
in Portland
Seals are now often seen in the Columbia
river waters in this vicinity.
A brass band is about to be organized from
the students At the Holy Angels College in this
city
Two candidates for church membership were
baptscd at the Episcopal Church last Sunday
evening.
Gordon, the walkist made his twenty-five
miles last Friday evening in hours and Is
minutes.
Hon. A. c. Gibbs and ". S. Beebc, have been
representing the Portland bar at the District
Court this week.
Persons from the upper country report a
good prospect for big water in the Column
bia river this season.
The fine weather last Sunday brought out
the whole town to listen to the enliycnlng
strains Of the military band.
The lumber for the new gallery of the Epis-
copal Church was brought over from Portland
ON the Vancouver last Saturday evening.
Mr. l.. c. Thomlnson, the barber, started
Yesterday for Cooks fishery. on the Columbia,
where he intends to stay during the fishing
season.
Chaplain collins preached to the Nez Perez
Indian prisoners ut the post last Sunday, James
Reuben translating the sermon into the Indian
tongue.
Mrs. Schofield is now improving her Main
street property by the addition Of new fences,
painting, etc, to the amount OF two or three
hundred dollars
Chaplain Stubs and his worthy lady came
over to Vancouver on visit yesterday from
Portland. He has just finished a months
cruise about the Sound.
Tri-weckly trips will hereafter be made by
the o. 5. y. Co.'S boats 10 Wallula. Passcn-
gers may leave this city on Monday, Tuesday
or Wednesday and make through connection.
6. W. Durgin passed last Sunday at home
after hard struggle Of two weeks used up in
the endeavOr to assess the Lewis River farms
which are now Ranking bottomless roads. He
takes In Chelatchie and the extreme north
part Of the county this week.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

presented witha specimen of ''black diamond
that weighs nearly a hundred pounds. 1t is
longer one way than it is two other ways, of
ton. 1t was brought down from the Puy-
allup coal mines by Mr.. A. j. Wiley, for the
especial benefit of the Office, and all parties
who wish to see fine specimen of handsome
coal, are requested to call and inspect our
"black diamond" Mr.. Wiley is making eff
forts to get the people acquainted with the
Puyallup coal, which is said to be the best
mine in Washington Territory.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

sing the 'sTe Deum." 1t would be
folly to pretend that do not recog-
nize in it what is so evidently intended
to be keen sarcastic cut at Buddle,
who cannot help being amused at
such a fierce but feeble attempt to be
crushing. 1t is true | made remark
concerning the rendition of the "1'e
Deum" by one of the best church
choirs on the Pacific Coast. Did
"Choir" innocently imagine that l
had reference to St. Luke's? If so,
no wonder ''Choir" felt aggrieved and
rushed frantically into advertising.
How refreshingly innocent Choir
is! Childlike in fact. And "Choir"
is also of great humility. The adj
vertisement shows this "feeling deeply
their inability" &c. Such humility
would reflect credit on the immortal
Uriah Heep. Perhaps it is the nat
ural outgrowth of Lenten theatricals.
But the advertisement" is not suf-
fciently explicit, for it makes no
mention of remuneration nor of any
person to whom application should
be made for the position of which it
speaks. But suppose Choir" is so
anxious" that will continue to APP
pear until it is satisfactorily answered,
which will be profitable to the INDIE
PENDENT, at least.
But | am inclined to believe that
the choir of St. Luke's, as such, is not
responsible for the notoriety it has
recently acquired. As one who recog-
nizes and respects its laudable en-
beavers, | sincerely hope SO.
Yours truly,
BUBBLE.
Vancouver, March Is, 1873.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

Jos Burke slaughtered Il fat beef on Mon
day that weighed 80 pounds dressed, as fine
bit of beef as ever was seen in this market
at this time of the year. He is always after
the best.
Davidson Brothers. of Portland, believe in
turning out none but good work, and at the
lowest paying rates, and they practice what
they believe. If you want good photographs
give them trial.
Among the many fine dry goods houses in
Portland, that of Clarke Il Henderson now
looms up rs the finest establishment of the
kind on the coast At a recent visit to theil
elegant salcsroom, the shelves and counter,
were found filed with the choicest, as well II,
staple goods, while busy clerks were attending
attentively to the ladies who thronged the
store. The establishment is to-day one of the
prominent features of Portland.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
February i 1873.
Notice q. 8. Internal-Revenue Special
Taxes.

Under the Revised Statutes of the United
States, sections 32i2 1881 32.ss, and 32;i9 every
person engaged in any business, avocation, or
employment, which renders him liable 10 a
special tax, is required Ia procure and place
and keep conspicuously in his establishment
or place Of business a sTAMrdenoting the pay
year beginning May |, 1873. Section S244, Re
vscd Statutes, designates who are liable 10
special tax. return, as prescribed on Form
IL, is also required by law OF every person lia
bic 10 special tax as above Severe penalties
are prescribed for Noncompliance with the
foregoing requirements, or for continuing In
business after April ~, ISIS without payment
Of tax
Application should be made To J. h Hayden.
Collector Of Internal Revenue, at Olympia,
W.T..
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
ST.. PArnrcK's DAY CELEBRATION took q

ST. PATRIcK's DAY CELEBRATION took a
large number of people from Vancouver to
Portland last Monday. Among them we no.
ticed Mr.. j. H. O'Donnell, P. O'keane, j..
McMullen, David Wall, JOS Healey, j. f..
Francis, Matt Brown, the editor and many
other enthusiastic sons of the Emerald Isle,
in all nearly hundred. Many of them
stopped over and attended the ball in the
evening and O'Donnell says that Mr.. Phil.
Carrigan and Mrs. N. O'Neill just beat them
all dancing.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

A WASHINGTON BoY.-It is gratifying to
the friends of Mr.. Rudolph G. Ebert, to hear
that he has successfully passed through
Bellevue Medical College, New York. He
sailed on the Sd instant for Berlin, Prussia,
where he will complete his studies and then,
as we hope, return to his Vancouver home.
His friends here at the old home of his child
hood and youth, unite in wishing him a
pleasant sojourn in the old country and a
speedy return to ''webfoot." The Oregonian
with its usual assumption claims Rudolph as
San Oregon boy" while the truth is, he is a
Washington Territory boy, and his parents
who have resided in Vancouver for many
years still claim him as their son and heir
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

ARMS FOR IpAHo.-In response to re-
quest from Governor Brayman, of Idaho, the
War Department. under joint resolutions OF
Congress, Of July 3. 1876 and March s, 1878,
has ordered $50 Springfield rifles and $500
cartridges from the Arsenal here to Lewiston,
and the same number from the Benicia Ar
senal to Fort Hall, to arm the people of that
Territory against any Indians who may take
it into their heads to go on the war path.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Lands For Sale.

will sell on easy terms the following de
scrbed tracts Of land, situate in Clarke comfy,
W r., to-wit:
95l{ acres at Parkersyille, 20 acres under
fence, good orchard, barn and other improve
ments, with wagon, team, and other stock,
price, 5000.
100 acres, two miles north of Parkersville,
price $1,o00.
is acres, three-auarters of a mile north Of
Fishers Landing, all good timber, price 5000.
40 acres, at the mouth of Lackamas Lake,
price 500.
ALIEN. 5. COFFEY.
February i 1873.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
ED.

At st. IIclens, Oregon, February 9th, 1873,
Mrs. Desire Meeker, aged rs years, months
and one day.
Mrs. Mceker was one of the pioneers Of 1852
was the wife of the late Enoch Mcckcr, who
resided at the salt works in Multnomah
County. Deceased was the mother of Lindlcy
Mccller, Esq, one of the Commissioners of
Clarkc county,
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

PERSONAL j. q. Adams, U. s.
A., and family, from Portland, spent Sun
day at the garrison.
Lieut.. II. H. Pierce, 2lst Infantry, has
been granted leave OF absence tor four
months, and intends spending his time East.
Mr.. Ben Loewenberg leading merchant
Of Lewiston, Idaho, was in town this week.
Surgeon w. r. Hall, U. s. A.. stationed
at Fort Stevens, Oregon, is visiting his friends
at the Post.
We are pleased to learn that Colonel f.
C. Mason is about to take up his quarters at
the garrison here again.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

II. H. GRIDLEY's IMPROVEMENTS. Some
time since we mentioned the fact that Mr.
Gridley had purchased the Baker lots on
Sixth street, near Main. The purchase had
a purpose, which is now developing. This
week he has removed to the north end of the
lots the old Seminary building, which he will
use for the storage and sale of agricultural
implements from the establishment of Frank
Bros. and Co. On the southeast corner of
the lot he is preparing to put up building
thirty feet 'front.' sixty feet deep and two
stories high, to have sash front and rustic
outside. This building will be used for a
furniture store and general salesrooms. Part
of the material for the building is already on
the ground. When completed it will be quite
an addition to the business part of the town.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

PEOPLE who have no more town pride or
respect for themselves than to throw weeds
and other rubbish from their gardens and
door yards into the Streets and there leave
them, should be looked after by the city
authorities, especially on Main street.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

ScALPs. East of the mountains the boys
are reaping a rich harvest from the procur-
ing of squirrel scalps, but their profits
wouldn't be a circumstance to what the
Vancouver boys could earn if there was only
premium on pig scalps.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

at the M. E. Church on next Friday, at 1880
P. M. The subject will not be publicly an
nounced until the lecture begins. Given for
the benefit of the Ladies' Mite Society of the
Church. All invited
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

ACQUITTED. We learn that Lieut.. Z. IL.
Shelton, LIST Cavalry, who was tried by a
General Court Martial at the Post some
weeks ago, on a charge of 'disobedience OF
orders" was acquitted by the court on all
the charges and specifications brought against
him
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

FLOUR CoNTRACT.-The contract of fur
nishing the Post with flour during the ensu-
ing six months has been awarded to Welsh
& Co. of Walla, Walla, the price being 50. 20,
currency, per hundred
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

Bishop Morris is on the Sound on
church business. He will return in
about two weeks.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

The District Court has been in session
SINCE Monday. The time has been mostly
occupied in making and arguing motions.
Several cases have been put over to next
term, but none have yet been finally dis
posed of.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

THE notorious Mrs. Smallden, who once
disgraced Vancouver by the presence of her
self and aau ghter was engaged in drunken
brawl in her house in Portland few nights
ago, and smashed lamp upon her daughter,
who was terribly burned and can hardly
recover.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

Notice is hereby given that the partnership
heretofore existing between the undersigned.
as surviving parties of the firm of c. {. stiles
X Co., is this DAY dissolved by mutual consent,
The undersigned Charles T. stiles has sold
and assigned to the undersigned Rehcrcc VI.
Stiles all of his interest in the said partnership
and all of his interest in the property belong
ing to the estate and partnership of {. {.
Stiles Il Co., and the undersi gned Rcbecca VI
Stiles hereby assumes the payment of all oi
the Indebtedness of the said estate and part
nership. REBECCA NJ 81 Les
washougal, Clark County, w T. February
-, 1873.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

The wreck of the Daisy Ainsworth, which
has lain SO long just above the Government
dock at Vancouver, is now being broken up
and removed by Mr.. Stevens, for the bolts
and iron contained in it.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Down! Down! Down!

Wilson Shuttle Sewing Machines for $50
Call and see them. 4 deduction on all styles
Bound not 10 be undersold by any other Ma
chine of equal quality. Ii. II. GRIDLEY.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

TRAvEL.-T number of travellers passing
mp and down the Columbia now, is greater
than ever before known at this season of the
year The o. s. n. Cos. boats are daily
crowded with passengers and the local
steamers are carrying more than usual.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
The Independent.
LOCAL.

BAprIsEp. On Sunday last four converts
were baptised in Salmon creek, at Wilson's
mill.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

THERE were services in the guard house
at the Post last Sunday at 3 o'clock, and
there will be services again next Sunday at
the same place
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

ELECTION Monday, the LIST day of
April, an election will be held at the City
hall, to select a Supervisor for Road District
No s. ......
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

The largest, best made, and most complete
stock Of Harness, Saddles, Brides, Collars.
Whips, Horse Blankets, etc, etc, ever offered
in Vancouver.
All kinds Of repairing done on short notice
Dec 6 1877. u. WlNTLEk.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

The trustees of the Vancouver Seminary
are requested to meet at the residence OF 5.
d. Maxon, on next Saturday, March 23d,
at 7 o'clock p NJ, for the transaction of i'm
portant business The following persons
constitute the present Board: S. ID. Maxon,
S. r. Whipple, H. II. Gridley. j. G. Tooley,
q. A. Whipple, John Jaggy, S. W. Brown.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Persons wishing to purchase Ornamental,
Nut-bearng or
FRUIT TREES,

of all varieties, can find the largest and best
assortment, and for less money, than can be
found at any other nursery ON this coast. My
trees are all grated on the crown root, and
are not liable to sucker. The trees are all
pruned in the nursery as they are growing up,
so that the bodies are not covered with knots
and sears to make a decayed spot in the body
of the young tree. DO not fail to give us Il
call and examine stock and prices before pur-
chasing, if you wish To save money.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Found.

A memorandum book and papers, interest
ing to Hamilton Swagcr, of Lewis River. The
same can be recovered at this office, by the
owner, upon proving property and paying for
this advertisement
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Boys Clothing.

A fine lot of Boys Clothing, some of the best
in the market, and good stock of the cheaper
grades also, received this week at Dillon's.
Call and examine the stock
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Crockery.

Just received at Dillon's, the finest and best
lot Of Crockery and Glassware Of all grades to
be found in Vancouver.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

The Sabbath School entertainment at the
Methodist Church last Sunday evening was
greeted by very full house, and was en-
joyed by all listeners. The little folks did
their part well. Elder Caldwell of klicki-
tat, and Chaplain Collins, made some happy
remarks and illustrations appropriate to the
occasion, which would bear repetition often.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

NJ. +. CHURCH SERvIcEs.-Sabbath morn
ing at lO:45; evening at 7. Sabbath school
at l p. NJ, II. II. Gridley, Supt. Prayer
meeting on Thursday, and choir meeting on
Saturday at 1880 P. NJ. Judge Green has
consented to preach at the Nj. Z. Church in
this city, on next Sabbath, either in the
morning or evening hour, provided his health
will permit
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Pound.

A Masonic pin; which the owner can have
by calling at the Pacific hotel and paying for
this notice.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Administrator's Notice.

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned
has been appointed by the Probate Court Of
Clarke county, Washington Territory. ms ad-
ministrator, de bonis non, of the estate Of Jo-
seph Prtralu, late of Clarke county deceased.
All persons having business with the said
tate will take due notice of such appointment
Dated Vancouver, W T.. Feb. IS, ISIS.
JOHN O'KEANE,
Administrator de bonis non Of the estate
Of Joseph Petrain, deceased
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

TI0WSI FLOWS.
From Frank Brothers, Portland. Cali an
see them, at Gridiey's.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21
Baby Carriages.
Flows! Flows

A nice lot on hand at Gridley's.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-03-21

Vancouver, March Is, 1873.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1878-03-28
The Great Pyramids.

SO much has been written about the
great pyramids, says a correspondent,
that will spare myself from entering
upon the task of a description. 1 call
it a task, because among the authorities
I have on Egypt I find scarcely two
agree on important points relating to
the age, dimensions and theory of the
construction of the pyramids. All, how
ever, coincide in saying that the height
of Cheops exceeds that of the spire of
the Strasburg Cathedral, which is the
tallest in Europe. The Sphinx stands
in front of the second pyramid, and
shows a length of 40 feet with the fore
paws extending an additional fifty feet
in front. The height, according to Pliny,
is 43 feet, and the circumference of the
forehead 102 feet. When first exhumed
paved inclosed place, was found be-
tween the paws, which contained the
evidences of having been a small temple.
The Sphinx was held by the Egyptians
as emblematic of the king, or combi.
nation of intellectual and physical pow
er, and was worshiped as deity.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1878-03-28
herself have shrunk to museum Of an
tiquities. es.-Mdca,illan's Magazine.
NtanlnY.


At lecture delivered by Mr.. Stanley
in London, the Prince of Wales is said
to have asked Midbat Pasha, the Turk.
ish ambassador, If he had found the dis
course interesting. The answer is said
to have been "We Turks have more
need now than other people to take an
interest in expeditions into unknown
lands, since we may soon have to
seek among them for a home" The
"personal" man of the London World,
who went to see Mr.. Stanley in his
lodgings, gives this sketch of him:
"The figure which rises from the fire.
side to greet the visitor is that of a small,
stiffiy built man, erect in bearing, but in
voice and manner rather sympathetic
and enthusiastic than hard and stern.
The voice is not as the voice of deter
mined and cruel man. His hair is-to
quote phrase of Dickens gray before
its time, like neglected fire. Hard
work and exposure have made Mr.. STAN
ley's abundant locks very gray but for
all this, the head is that of young man,
and there is no indication of premature
age in voice or gesture. The expression
of the face is that of man who always
holds himself prepared for any emer-
gency or summons, even though the lat
ter convey as large an order as that
which Mr.. Stanley received on a memo
rable occasion few years ago from his
New York boss: ''Seld man 200 miles
up the Red Sea to intercept Norma and
ascertain details of IIivingstone's death.
Gable 1000 words to this Office The
Herald man i'll Egypt had relays of
donkeys ready at Suez. The Norma
came to an anchor during the night /; a
boat sent from the shore boarded the
steamer at daylight, interviewed Vain
wright, and, thanks 10 the donkey ar
rangements, a splendid account renched
the New York Herald office in London,
and was distributed, with Mr.. Gordon
Benefits compliments. to all London,
provincial and Continental papers.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1878-03-28

Among the hurtful consequences OF OBJ
structed digestion, is the impoverishment Of
the blood, and since deteriorative condition
of the vital fluid not only produces dangerous
organic weakness, but, according to the best
it is appsrcnt that to improve the quantity Of
the blood by promoting digestion and asrimila-
ton, is wise precaution. Hostetter's Stomach
Bitters, is precisely the remedy for this pur-
pose, since it stimulates The gastric juices,
conquers those bilious and evacuative irregu-
larities which interfere with the digestive pro-
cesses, promotes assimilation Of the food by
the blood, and purifes as well as enriches it.
The signs of Improvement in health in conse-
quence of using the Bitters are speedily ap-
parent in an accession Of vigor, gain in bodily
substance, and regular and active perform
ance Of every physical function.