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The Douglas independent. [volume] (Roseburg, Or.) 187?-1885, 1883-07-14
THOSE PEARs.-Mr. Louis Langen-

THOSE PEARs.-Mr. Louis Langen-
burg has our thanks for basketful of
excellent pears sent with his compli-
ments to the Office. Two pairs is a
good hand, but whole basketful of
one spots would make glad the heart of
any player at the game Of life.
AARON RosE.-On the 3rd day of
July Uncle Aaron Rose, forgetting
that he was somewhat aged man, went
into the bayfield, near his house to show
a younger man how to NOW. He con-
vinced the other man tina the was nc
mower to be despised than No. work
men of fewer summers. Returning
home, Uncle Aaron proceeded to diyesi
himself of his coat, vest and shoes ant
dispensed cider to an eager and dry
friend of his until late hour, thereby
exposing himself and contracting Sc
we're cold He was confined to his bee
en- the 5th and has been ever since
with severe illness, but we under
stand that he is now cenvalsscent ant
will probably be on our streets again il
a few days.
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Celebration at Mt. Scott.
The ever "Memerable Fourth W,

The ever t'Memorable Fourth" wa
celebrated in Becoming style by th'
patriotic citizens Of this precinct.
The glorious day was ushered in BY
firing of anvils, and at an early houl
goodly number of people were gath
cred together in one of the NEST beau
tiful places, natural temple, by the
banks of the beautiful North Umpqua
At the appointed hour the president
of the day, Mr.. ]. ] Thornton called
to order An earnest prayer was de-
!ivered by the chaplain. A choir con
sisting of young ladies' and gentlemen
of Mount Scott With Miss Flora Wat
son as organist furnished good music
The Declaration of Jndepenance was
read in clear distinct tones by Miss
Sarah Wimberly.
Prof. H. L. Benson was then intro
duced, who delivered an excellent ora
ton, which was full Of thought and
highly commended. A bountifal din.
ner was spread upon table and all in.
vited to partake. and right here let me
say that for good cooks and pretty
girls Mt. Scott can't be beaten.
In the afternoon various aniuse-
ments were INDUCED in, some playing
base ball, others moro gallantly in
clined were boat riding, swinging etc.
There were two candy stands and a
swing, all literally patronized. A
dancing hall was erected on the grounds
and at night these who indulge in
dancing stripped the light fantastic
toe" until the approaching morning
called them home to their respective
duties. Thus passed away our nations
birthday. There were visitors present
from various precincts, and none went
away regretting having spent the day
among the hospitable people OF Mt
Scott.
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LOCAL ITEMS.

Hamilton Platt of the oregonian news
force, called on Thursday:
Lowry Watson Esq. of Coos bay, and
Asa Carman of Port Oxford, were in town
this week.
B. B. Jones of Southport coal mines on
Coos bay. was in the city this week. on his
way to the Sound and Bellingham bay.
ALI. Croxton has returned to his desk at
Marks q Co.'S much improved in health,
but refuses to give his experience.
Mrs. Geo. Ross and Mrs. Brown are on a
visit to their sister, Mrs. Lou Zigler at the
Metropolitan hotel.
Miss Alice Mosher has reopened the
school at South Ten,nile, The people may
be congratulated upon having secured SO
popular teacher.
The Roseburg w. C. T. U. holds its next
regular meeting at the NJ. E. Church, on
Saturday afternoon, July 2lst. A general
attendance Of the members is desired.
Col. w. J. Martin the old veteran, at his
home near Galesville, last week, fell and
broke his leg. We are glad to hear that he
is doing well.
VIM. Roland, an old pioneer who in the
early days was scalped by grizzly bear near
Winchester in this county, died on the 7th
of il :, at his home on the south Coquille,
aged over so years.
Louis Bel6ls has fitted up the south sid G
! of his store-room with shelves and counters
and hereafter his son, lately from California
and disciple of the art preservative,
will vend ehsice tobacco and cigars. We
wish the firm success.
There will be sold Monday, July 10th,
1883, at one o'clock p NJ, by J. S. Purdem
Sheriff, at public auction, the following per-
sonal property: One five hoed cultivator
Michigan tanning mill with ten riddles
| John Deering plow; wheelbarrow;
Woods twine binder.
From passenger on the Coos bay stage
last Thursday we learn that the road is now
in first-class condition for teams, and thai
the stage passes oyer the road in seventeen
honrs travelling time. He met several i'm
migrant teams, who are drawn toward tina
section by the prospect of the early com
mencement of the railroad.
]. B. Emory an old and respected citizsr
Of Douglas county who has been stopping il
Roseburg for the last year, left as Thursday
morning for Portland. He will be EN-
pieyed as mail agent on the Columbia rive
route. He has the best wishes of many
friends for his success.
Sol. Caro-, the genial drummer of forme
days was in Roseburg during Wednesda,
and Thursday of this week. He is agent TO
the music emporium of Matthias Gray o
San Francisco, for the sale of sheet music
music books and musical instruments. Mr.
Caro- is live, energetic business man, wei
qualified for his new employment. MIR
Gray is to be congratulated on securing hi
services, as he is well acquainted with tn
business people Of the northwest.
If you have any disease which does no
yield readily to medical treatment, don't fai
to get the Treatise on Compound Oxygen
that wonderful revital;zing agent and healtl
restorer, and study it carefully. It is sen
free by DRs. STARKEY & PALEN, 1lO9 am
iii Girard street, Philadelphia, Penn. Al
orders for the Compound Oxygen Hon
Treatment directed to H. E. Mathews
COG Montgomery street, San Francisco
will be filled on the same terms as if sent di
rcctlyto US.
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n @ Il 4 C Z .

In the County Court of the State Of Oregon for the
County of Douglas. In the matter OF the estate Of
John 0Rourk deceased
ITO ALL WHOM TT MAY CONCERN: Notice Is
/ hereby given that the undersigned has been APP
pointed by the County Court of Douglas county, the
administrator of the estate of John 0Rourk deceased
All persons knowing themselves indebted to said
tate will please settle the same with at my Office
in the Drain hotel at Drains, in said Douglas county
And any persons having claims against said estate arc
hereby notified to present the same to me at said
place, properly verified, within six months from tho
Z tie hereof June S, 1888.
S. BECKLEY, Administrator.
w nauilton attorney
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S HAMILTON
Dealer in
Drug gs and
Stationery,

Offers for sale in Kegs or Tin;
1000 pounds of Pioneer White
Lead; 500 GaiOnsS Salem Boiled
Linseed Oil: $50 gals. Tur-
pentine; A complete stock OF
Paints, Brushes, VarnisIles,
and Cam Celor. If you are
going to do any painting cali
and get prices before purchas-
fng EIsewhere.) A complete
assortment Of School Books,
Sch0OI Stationery, Writing
Paper, Envelopes. etc., which
4 will sell very Cheap. Gar
den Seeds, Patent Medicines,
and everything that is kept in
q flrst-cIass Drugstore. Or
Glers by mail and Express
promptly attended to.
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n soalsnsors.

Miss Anna Stroud is visiting friends
in Roseburg.
The delegation from Floras creek
Curry county, to the U. S. land offi,e I
this week, consists of C. E. Langlois
brothers, James Carman & brother
and numerous witnesses on their land
contest which commenced on Thursday
The youngest child of Prof. Il. L
Benson, a babe of eight months, died
on last Sunday from inflammation Of
the bowels. It had about recovered
from an attack of measles when it was
again taken down.
d. G. McCle.len returned this week
from mysterious and solitary trip into
the Coast mountains. Mum is the
word with Mac and he leaves anxious
ones to draw their own conclusions as
to the object of his pilgrimage
whether it was coal, gold or CANNON.
He returned exultant anyhow.
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HEALTH AND ExcURsIoNs.-Thi i,
the season when the tired and over
worked, as well as the invalid and the
healthy cast vistful glances toward the
forest shades and the bracing atmos.
phere of the old ocean. A week OF
more in the mountains er at the sea.
side is often an annual insurance on
health risks and doctors bills. A,
present many of our citizens are So
journing on The beach at the mouth oil
the Coquille river, or camped along the
Coos Bay road, gathering berries, fish
ing the abundant trout in all the
streams, or tracking the elk and deer
among the hills.
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In the County Court of the State of Oregon for the
County of Douglas. In the matter Of the estate
of James p Sutherln, deceased.
ITO THE CREDITORS AND ALL PERSONS IN
| terested in the estate of James P Sutherlin, de-
ceased You are hereby notified that the under
signed Eliza Jane Suthern, was, by order OF the
entered in said the Sh day OF June, 1885, a-
pointed administrative of the estate OF said deceased
and letters of administration thereupon duly issued
to her All persons having claims against said es-
tate are nereby required to present them, duly yer-
fed to the undersigned administrative at her place
residence i'm Oakland Douglas county,
Oregon or at the Office of Hermann s. Ball, in Rose
burg within six months from this date And all per-
sons indebted the estate of said deceased are re-
auired to make immediate payment.
ELIZA JANE SUTHERLIN,
Administrators.
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IRON OAKLAND.

The thermometer has been dancing
to the tune Of SO degrees Farenhsit
for the past few days.
The Glorious Fourth was quietly
observed, and the evening was made
boisterous by the trite performances Of
theatrical troupe.
Senator D. w. Stearns, like many
other good citizens, is playing the part
of the great Cincinnatus of Rome.
Mrs. Lucy Taylor, daughter of Mrs.
P. G. Eubanks, took her departure for
Harrisburg on Tuesdays train. She
has a beautiful boy that is the pride
and JOY of its parents.
Richard Thomas, whose pertlv frame
carries a soul bigger than his body, is
making more substantial improvements
around his commolious hotel. May
he ever continue as now.
Perry Linville has just returned
from east of the mountains, where he
and family have resided for some time.
DIR. J. G. Shambreok is again able to
attend his patients. His mind is as ac-
tive as ever, and his numerous patrons
are jubilant.
Hon. J. G. Hutchinson is around
looking after real estate, and can aid
you in selling your property. Jim is
really growing taller in appearance.
Success my old friend.
Johnny Howard, the favolite of al
the boys, is ever on the alert and never
fails in making his friends comfortable
| when they come round. Marrying ha.
done much for you, old boy.
It is whispered that several beauti-
full Misses are soon to be led to the by.
menial bower, where Venus of cid hslt
divine power.
The many friends of Jas. FL. Maho-
ney are sorry to see his manly form S,
impaired by the relentless hand of dis
ease. May health and happiness seol
be his.
Judge Parker. who will soon becem
an octogenariar, is the same affabl
gentleman w,lo helped to bear the toll
and hardships of the Mexican struggle
Can't "Uncle Sam recognize his an
the rest of those veterans service nhic
furled the Star Spangled Banner owe
the plains Of Mexicoa
| Your correspondent had the pleasul
and profit of examining the attractiy
academy building last Monday. Pro
| Geo. T. Russell and his accomplishe
lady have charge Of that splendid built
ing. This community should feel prou
of such competent teachers. They Al
dsvoting their lives to the noble eau.
of educating the young. If yeun
man or young lady wishes to obtain
thorough knowledge of books, and |
come under wholesome discipline bot
| in morals and intellect, Oakland acad
my is the place
j A. G. Young has been improyin
his beautiful home for sever;
months and now it is one of the mo.
convenient and attractive domicllss i
Oakland.
/ The invincible John Wintsrburr
supt. of the Bonanza mines, is prepal
ing his furnace for active operation
by the 1st Of November. He has o
inexhaustible quantity Of ore. Th
Bonanza is simply immense, and bill
lens of dollars will be taken from tha
lportien Of the mineral kingdenz
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REcREATIoN.-A large crowd of our
citizens have gone eastward. They
may not escape the smoke but will
probably get inte cooler stratum. II
would have been no more than fair to
have notified the fish and deer of their
intentions, but they are forgiven and
we hope they will find oceans of fun,
no accidents and return with ample
flesh and robust health.
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CONC OUT.-Our enterprising
young merchant, s. r. Fioed intends
to close cut his mercantile business
only, on or abeut the goth
Of August next. If all onr business
men would exhibit Fred's enterprise
business would boom.
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Notice of Stockholders Meeting!
OFFICE OF THE

OFFICE OF THE
OREGON SOUTHERN RAILWAY AND TRAHsp'S Co.
Roseburg, ogn., July 8, 1883.
To the stockholders Of the Oregon Southern Railway
and transportation Company:
VOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED TO ATTEND
L stockholders meeting to be held at the Office
Of the company in the city Of Roseburg State of Ore
gon, On the 4th Day Of August 1883,
at 2 O'Clock p. NJ, for the purpose OF concentrating
contracts for the sale Of or for the purchase OF prop
erty for said company, and for the transaction OF
such other business may come before the netting.
WILLIAM v. FRfEDLANDER,
n14-At Sec'y o. g. r. and T. Co.
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SWAMP LAND There is a swamp
land case now pending in the land Of
fee here. This is the first one for
some time. The settlers will occasion.
ally go fer the Colonel on account of a
difference of opinion as to the char
acter of Coquille land. All we have
to say is let the deserving man win.
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G.. w. JONES. Sir: During last
Summer I was suffering with consti-
pated bowels and general ill health.
T procured two bottles of mineral wa
ter and used it ard am entirely cured.
I have no hesitation in recommending
the water to all who are suffering with
like arrangement of the bowels and
general debility. HENRY Bowen,
City Marshal of Roseburg.
April Is, 1883.
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WEATHER.-Our recent storms were
more buster and thunder than good
honest rain. The air was cleared for
a few hours aud the dust laid, but no
substantial benefit derived.
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SCARCITY. is ne lumber to
be had for love or money in Roseburg.
A great many men want to build and
some to repair but cannot do SO with
out materials.
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This is to certify that l have used sue
cessfully the Umpqra mineral water for six
months, for nervous dyspepsia and debility
of the whole system and have found great
relief and might say am entirely cured.
have no hesitancy in believing this min.
eral water to be Of great curative value.
Respectfully, w. +. JOHNSON.
Rossburg. April 2. 1888.
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Personal Floed went to
Portland on thursday to visit her
daughter, Mrs. Chapman, who is in del
icate health.
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At Hamilton's drug store, quicksilver.
Sulphur. lime and cheap Giade OF coal oil
or doctoring sheep.
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Hon. Jas. Chenoweth is the busiest
man iu the community, and one of the
most energetic.
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Best quality of note paper ten cents per
quire and envelopes five cents per bunch OF
25, at Hamiltons.
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JONES' MINERAL WATER!
Testimonials From Prominent
Citizens Of EeOscburg

For the benefit of those suffering
with catarrh I will state that I have
been afflicted with that disease for the
last three years and after using various
remedies without any benefit, was
finally induced to try the Eldorado
Mineral Water, from the spring OF
Geo. w. Jones, which I will state has
effected cure, and I have no hesita-
ton in recommending it to those suf-
fsring with like complaint.
J. S. FITzHUGH,
County Judge Of Douglas county.
April Is, 1888.
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April IS, 1883.

GEORGE W. JONES. SIR: Having
used the Eldorade Mineral Water for
some time, for dyspepsia and catarrh,
feel safe in recommending it to the
public as sure and reliable remedy in
those Affections.
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Caro- Brothers will sell their entire stock
OF millinery goods at so per cent. less than
cost. Convince yourself by calling
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Roseburg, May 5, 1883.

TESTIMONIALS. w. Jones, dear sir:
Having been troubled with dyspepsia for
many years was advised by w. F. John
son to use your mineral water. did so and
do unhesitatinglY say it did me more good
than anything had ever used. 1t had or
immediate effect. Yours,
JOHN HOWARD.
Rosebnrg, April /, 1883.
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CITY hecoruer.
Roseburg, April Is, 1883.

This is to certify that during last
Fall I was suffering seriously with con-
gestive chills and fever, and was in
duced to try the Jones Mineral Water
and am happy to state that one bottle
cured me entirely and have enjoyed
good health ever since.
w. G. CLEVELAND.
Roseburg, May 5, 1883.
The Eldorado Mineral Water can be
purchased at any time at the Drug
Store of DIR. S. Hamilton, Rossburg, at
so cents per quart.
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Wednesday, the First Day of August, 1888

At WILBUR, known as Umpqua Station, on the
oregon and California railroad, Douglas county Ore
gon. Terms of sale, cash in hand, or note with ap
proved security and interest at ten per cent per
mum. ELIZA J. SUTHERLIN,
JT-4t Administrator
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QEO FINE SHEEP
FOR S ALE!
Mrs. Eliza J. Sutherlin,

n P Sutherlin, deceased, late of Douglas county
Oregon. One hundred and fifty of these sheep are
Pure Bred French NI@1.inO
The original stock were imported and bred by Mrs.
Blaco OF California; they large and the heaviest
shearersin the world; abou. 100 are cross between
pure Spanish Merino ewes and French bucks. Owing
TO the decease Ut the owner. these sheep will have to
be sold at public sale and will be sold ut ten o'clock
on
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County Court July Term 1888.

COUNTY FINANCES.
Unpaid erders July A, 1882. ....$ 1874 Al
Money on hand July 1, lSs2.... 2,343 81
Total indebtedness. $3.50 80
Unpaid orders July 4, 1883. SIS, ,234 50
Assets on hand July 4, lsS3.... 1880 10
Total Indebtedness. 1904 y
Excess over the proceeding year 1874 %
Total liabilities for 1888 $500. :$62, 937 IS
Total assets fer the same year. So, 632 81
Actual d,b& 1,1., A 1000 q ooA 70
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Roseburg, June 16, 1888.
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Notice to Creditors.

Nv. Hamilton. attorney.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1883-09-20
HANDSOME BUILDING
The New Residenue of MT ID q Bacon
in Course Of Erection on nan an"
AbereOrn streets.

The New Residenue of Mr. ID = Bacon
a. Course of Erection on Hall and
Abereorn Streets.
Among other building Improvements
now being made in the southeastern part
Of the city. and near the new building OF
the savannah Military Academy, Is the
new residence Of MIR. ID. {. Bacon, on the
southwest corner Of Hall and Abercorh
streets.
This house has q. front Of thirty-fOur feet
ON AbercOrn street, and depth oil about
one hundred and twenty-iour ieet on nan
street. and is two stories in height with
ono story projection at the rear. The llrst
-tCr,- is twelve feet in height and the
second eleven and half feet
The structure rests on brick
foundation. and is constructed Of Geor-
lin nine. with "a swell front on
the Abercorn street side, two stories in
height. terminated at the top by an 9cta-
gonaI-pOinted roof. covered win STATE
AN the interior woodwork Of the structure
is of cypress. having a hard-oil hnIsh 10
show the grain of the wood Inc prih-
cipaI entrance faces Hall street, and opens
into "A hall . feet wide and 80 feet IN
LENGTH. whence stairway leads
10 the second floor. Beyond
the hall the visitor enters through double
doors into the front parlOr, Whlch meas
ures 16X33 feet, connected by folding doors
with back parlOr, measuring l6NlS feet.
I'm the rear Of the parlOrs Is the dining
room measuring ljx23 feet. and To the
north of this room a passa@cwaX ; feet
wide and ~ feet long, which reads 10 the IT,
brarv. an apartment measuring l2NlJieei.
A double BAY window looks out from the
library ON the Hall street side. while ON
the south. or opposite side, similar WIN
dow two stories i'm height gives HSht anu
ventilation 10 the dining room and
sleeping room on the second i0Or. In Ihe
rear Of the dining room Is a passage lead
inc To- the buffers pantry that Is SN9
feet and stOre-rOom 1X9 feet, and 10
"a hack hail g.. feet wide and lIla feet
long. whence private staircase leads To
the sccoud floor. Across this hall y the
kitchen. 13Xljis feet, opening 10 the rear
i'm one story structure. l5Xl4 feet. where
there are laundry tubs. bins for coat AMI
wood and cOuyenlences for servants. Inc
principal rooms i'm the second story cor
respond i'm dimensions with those oi the
first. over the dining room Is spacious
bathroom and water-clOset. and over the
kitchen a large sleeplng-ro0m. me mouse
will Dee hearted and ventilated 10y four Jack
som patent CRATES that have hot air regu-
lated chambers All the chimneys are
d0uble-fued from the tireplaces ON both
floors. One iue is intended 10 give escape
to the smoke. ana the other To- carry of
heated or foul atmosphere when necessary.
The contractor for the structure Il Mr.
Henry Bartlett. The sub-contractors are
Dir. John r. Eason. brick work: Mr.. +.
L.. Pacetti. timing: Mi. John MuTtash.
painting. and Mr.. W. II. Grady. plaster
iug.- The contract for the plumbing and
Gas fitting has not been given out. Inc
residence is constructed from drawings
furnished bv Mr.. De Witt &. Bruyn. and
will probably cost about $4,000 TO COM
nlefe.