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The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1889-11-29

Beams Island, an uninhabited piece
of land lying in Frenchman's Bay, off
the coast of Maine, would be a para
disc for cats. 1t is infested with rats,
and how they reached there no one can
tell 1t is the general supposition that
some years ago coasting schooner
must have been wrecked in the bay.
and that it had rats among the other
valuable portions of its cargo. The ro-
dents are there by thousands, and they
Sirly swarm over the island. Any one
who is not fond of them does well in
giving the place wide berth. for they
know no fear and make it interesting
for visitors. Much of the island is
low and flat. and is so perforated with
their holes that it resembles vast
sieve. How they live is mystery.
No one knows of any fresh water upon
the island, so the rats must have been
the sole discoveries of some hidden
spring.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1889-11-29

"A young married man of Buena
Vista. Ga. started on his wedding trip.
The best man and friend of the bride
accompanied the happy pair. Both la
dies were heavily yelled, and somehow
they got mixed. Friends are still poking
fun at the Benedict. who, doubtless, ia
not as firm a believer in instinct az
was FalstaE
Two lovers visited the same young
lady. One evening Jones alone was
with her. He said in tender tones,
do you think. Mary. you could leave
father and mother, this pleasant home
with its ease and comforts, and emil
CRATE to the West with a young lawyer
who had only his profession to live on.
and search out a new home where
both could be happyr' Dropping her
head on Jones shoulder. the maiden
softly whispered. II think / could,
Archie. y well" said Jones, there's
Tom Brown, who's going to emigrate
and wants to get q wife. I'll mention
it to him"
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1889-11-29

The photograph has reached such
degree of perfection that gapes and
yawns are reproduced by it with great
distinctness. At a recent trial given
at Mr.. Edison's laboratory meeting
between two lovers was recorded, and
persons OF experience say that the
kisses were reproduced with tantaliz-
ing accuracy and fervOr.
"A hired man struck because he
had worked thirty days for farmer
and had been served with ninety meals
OF griddle- cakes during that time
1t is thought that irrigation win
be the means of doubling the popula-
ton of every Western State and Terri
tory within the coming ten years. and
that in the East. where the rainfall is
heavy, but uncertain, irrigation will
ultimately be resorted to in order To
insure greater regularity of crops.
Four-tenths of the area of the United
States. not including Alaska, REQUIRE
irrigation. This territory includes part
OF California, Texas, Kansas, Nebraska.
Oregon. all of Arizona, New Mexico.
Utah. Wyoming, Montana and portions
OF Dakota and Washington.
The Press., 1889-01-24
COVENTRY.
SOUTH COVENTRY.

| A. s. PARKER, Local Editor and Business Manager of Coventry Local Register.
 Mrs. Harlow Topliff went with her daughter, Mrs. Frances Palmer, when she returned to her home in central New York, there to spend some time.
 An explosion of about one-half pound of powder at the cartridge shop blew out a window Tuesd y morning, but no person was harmed.
 Twenty three F. of H's. were present at the residence of John Payne last Thurs day evening. Nice refreshments were served about 10 p. m., and all. reported most enjoyable occasion.
 Since, and including Oct. s h, when the grange was organized, there have been nine meetings of the F. of H., leaving to this date, Jan. 2lst, nine.y-six evenings for other meetings, so the statement that If vestry had been rented by the patrons there would have been no time for other meetings seems to rest on slight founda- ton.
 -"It is a poor pl ce for libr ny at any time, but, especially in summer, when the odor from the meat market is more unpleasant, aLd we do need reading room for the young men who gather even- ings on the street corners" remarked a resident of the village few days since.
 An oyster supper for the Warren Lodge. F. A. M WAS given by H. F. Parker at his residence. last week Tuesday evening.
The Press., 1889-01-24
HOME NEWS.
Local NotIces.


 (Matter uader this head eight cents per lne.l
 Closing out sale of Ladies' and Misses Cloaks at Helms.
 Now is the time to buy Winter Gar ment cheap, and A. W. Walkers store is tht place.
 Remember the prices have been placed within reach of all, for the popular Luciel Family Musical Novelty Concert Company or their return visit Admission only 9 cents all reserved seats 35 cents, now on sale Al Oronoco Hall next Monday evening, Jan. 28. Recent seats at Parsons.
 Special sale of Silk Face Pushes for cts. per yard at A. w. Walkers.
 Large stock of Hamburgs and Edgings at A. w. Walkers.
 Bargains in Dry Goods at Helm's
 The famous Lucier Musical Comedy Con- pany, who gave such a meritorious entertain ment on their last visit here, will re-appear at Oronoco.. Hall next Monday evening, Jan. 28, in right, royal, new programme, replete with musical gems, 'witticisms and funny say ings with all the old favorites, including Miss Rosalie Lucier, the wonderful contralto, Mir. Joseph R. Lucier, the blind cornetist, M iss Louise de Lucier, England's greatest double face change artist, MT. William McMahon, the great character artist, Little Margaretta, the worlds wonder, the Lueier brothers Charles and Alfred, in their great musical
 
 pianist, when they will afford our citizens a rich, rare treat. Reserved seats at Parsons News Room.
 -25 pairs of the celebrated Mundell Solar Tip Shoes in child's, Nos. to 69, 75c., regu- lar price $1.25; in boys, No. 12 to 1a, $1.25, regular price $1.75; also few pairs of those ladies' Fine French Kid Button at $2 and $2 50, regular price $4.5O. At s. F. Maine's. Three bars good Soap for ten cents at Johnson's.
 10 dog pairs of Kid Gloves, worth $1, for 62 cents per pair, in black only, at Helm's. Ar Cosr.-An odd lots in my stock will be sold at cost before Feb. 1st. W. E. Hanley, Sign of the big boot.
 One lot of Feather Busters, good deal less than cost. at Johnson's.
 laundry Shirts 65c, worth $l, at Helms -Evaporated Apricotts at Johnson's. Cereal Coffee, prepared by the Health Food Co.,, at Johnson's.
 A rare opportunity is presented to our enterprising townsmen to represent nursery firm that warrants stock. to be delivered in prime condition so that large, honorable and permanent trade can be built up. Very lib eral terms to the right man. Address J. B. Whitney, Rochester, N. Y.
 A full ;line of the best brand of Canned Goods, at Johnson's.
 Saratoga Potato Chips st Ellis.
 New New Orleans Molasses at Ellis. Try those Hickory Nuts at Ellis. Fancy Comb Honey at Ellis.
 Choice Cranberries at Ellis.
 Rice Pop Corn, years old, at Ellis. Regular meetings of Winter Post, G. R., on the 1st and 3d Monday evenings of each month.
 Rent receipts, made up in books of 30 or 100, with stubs for memoranda, for sale at The Press office.
 Legal Blanks at The Press office. Tickets to all points west for sale at the office of the N. l.. N. R. R., Stafford Springs. T Qouior
The Press., 1889-01-24
TOLLAND.

Mrs. Mary J. Lathrop, widow of the late Benjamin Lathrop, and daughter of the late Ariel Ladd, died at Minneapolis, Minn., day or two ago, and her funeral will be attended at Springfield on Friday. She was sister of Hon. Charles R. Ladd of Springfield, state auditor of Maasa- chusetts. Age 64 years
The Press., 1889-01-24
ASHFORD.
(Correspondence.)

TCUTTUSpUnuCnCC.J
 On the evening of Jan. 15 retiring Master s. 0. Bowen, assisted by Bro. w. E. Hammond of Hampton, installed the new officers of Crystal Lake Grange. Pa. irons from Woodstock, Pomfret, Abingdon and Hampton were present, also goodly number of invited guests. At the close of the exercises Worthy Master Latham in- vited all present to enjoy with the patrons the bountiful collation. that had been pre-. pared by the ladies of the order. All went away feeling well paid for their trouble. and with the firm belief that the grange had come to stay in our town at least.
 State Agent D. B. Thrall of Hartford was in town last week to refresh the mem- ory of those that do not take proper care of their stock.
 MT Solomon Baker has sold his place
The Press., 1889-01-24
SOM E RSe


 MT. H. R. Kibbe commenced blow ing on the 17th day of December, which IS a very unusual occurrence in this part of the state. One reason, probably, why MT. Kibbe begins so early is because MT. Wm. Pierce generally takes his potato ground. and is very early planter.
 Work on the house of MT. Frank Wardwell is being pushed rapidly along. MT. Prentice has moved into his new house Ill the west part of the town.
 Mir Arthur Enc is home from the west, after an absence of four years.
 Miss Eliza Hunt is making her annual visit at her mothers.
 -Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Cole of Spring field spent the Sabbath with MT. B. l.. Hurlburt.
 Miss Anna Bond entertained a party of l6 young friends on Monday evening A very pleasant time is-reported by those fortunate enough to be among the number.
The Press., 1889-01-24

to MT. Timothy Backus. Also MT. New man Badger has hired the Geo. Bugbee farm.
 Parties from Hartford were in town the past week looking for antique relics, and made some purchases of A. E. Sum- ner and others
The Press., 1889-01-24
WELLlMANTIC.

tcoRREsPoNDENcE.)
 Card parties are getting to be fashion able again.
 The large, handsome doll in Pinney's shoe store was drawn by 0. N. Turner of Gurleyville on Friday night, he having the ticket, No. 491. Miss L. Billings has been reappointed borough librarian.
 The creditors of the defunct firm of Bullard X Young get dividend of per cent.
 A lamp exploded in the tailor shop of Illden x Fryer one night last week, doing considerable damage.
 Superior court is in session, Judge
 Edward MurrE aSas leased the new store on Jackson-si!y pd will engage in the bottling business.
 There is~much talk over a new park Hadn't they better get one first
 A large attendance has greeted Rev 0. H. Kimball during the revival meetings at the Baptist church. OLD CRow.
 The Holland county legislative caucus on Tuesday elected Senator Sprague chair man, and Representative Converse, of Stafford, clerk. Representatives Thomp. son of Vernon, and Plnney, of Ellington. were elected auditors. The meeting ad journed subject to the call of the chairman, The Holland county republican caucus met Tuesday and adjourned to meet week from next Tuesday at ? p. m. This cau- GUS will among other duties nominate two members of the board of county commis- sfoners. Both the outgoing members are from the 23d district. Usage says that the district having the sheriff is entitled to but one county commissioner, therefore the caucus next week should select one from each district. The names we have heard mentioned are those of Col. Amos Pease of Somers, M. P. J. Walker of Union and J. w. Edgerton of Holland from the 24th dis trict, and John Brown of Coventry from the 23d.
The Press., 1889-01-24

No rosin! No rosin . No rosin.
The Press., 1889-01-24

In New York city there are what are termed "milk hospitals, '' in which the pa- tlents are treated solely on milk, requiring from ten to twelve quarts day. It is a German system recently introduced. The extravagant claim is made that in time the physical system can be entirely re- newed by this treatment, and new body produced.
 No rosin! No rosin! No rosin!
The Press., 1889-01-24

The widow of J. D. Richmond passed her 90th birthday on the 14th inst, and received friends and relatives, who came to congratulate her in the same room in which she was born, Mir. B. w. James also passed his 90th birthday on the 17th inst
The Press., 1889-01-24

General Hawley, who at 63 is trottine his first baby on his distinguished knee, is excusable for thinking so much of and talking so much about that mite of hu- mauity. A day or so ago he remarked that he guessed his baby was democrat. sWhy ?" asked his interlocutor. ssBe- cause she hasn't said word since cleo tion. 7 answered the happy father.
The Press., 1889-01-24
F.. A. BUCK & co.
w O. ELLIS.
 SPECIAL NOTICE.

 In order to thoroughly introduce COBB'S SOAPS to the people of this place, have made arrange ment with the manufacturers to distribute limited l number of their Introductory Packages. These packages contain 45 cents worth of Soap, and we shall sell them fer only 25 cents, about one half the regular price for these goods.
 This is your opportunity to test the merits of these Celebrated Soaps, manufacturer ever before offered S1.so worth of Soap for $l. The Complexion or Toilet Soap is carefully medi- cated and delicately perfumed. It heals Chapped Hands, cures Eczema and all Skin Eruptions. Cures Dandruff and Prevents the Hair Falling Out. Best Soap for Baby's Bath, and highly prized for the Teeth.
 Cobb's Bora1 Soap is combined with Borax in cor rect proportions. One Bar outasts two or three of ordinary socalled soaps which contain to 50 per cent of rosin, silicate, clay, etc.
 It Is luxury to 1t, as it leaves the hands sof essens the labor leaves the clothes sweet ss lily aud white as snow. It does not injure the most deli cate fabric, and is specially adapted for Washing Blankets and Flannels It does not shrink them and leaves them soft new.
 50 RMshels Good Yellow Danvcrs Onions. No place to store them Shall sell at sec. per bushe1.
 Shall receive this week OMe Thousand Ihs. of Best Laundry Starch, 5c. lb.. or 6 1bss fOr 2Jcs An excellent opportunity to supply yourselves with good quality Starch, at very low price.
 Have just received Extra Good Lot of Hickory Nuts, only 10 bushel of them--35e. Fer Peck. & low price for good Wainuts ths year.
 w. G. ELLIS.
The Press., 1889-01-24
w. G. ELLIS.

WANTED-Ab boy between 12 and 16 years.
 w good home is now offered for good boy Apply to JOSEPH SPARKS, East Wilmington Ct,
The Press., 1889-01-24

In New York city there are what ar termed "milk hospitals, in which the pa tients are treated solely on milk, requirin, from ten to twelve quarts day. It is German system recently introduced. Tn, extravagant claim is made that in time the physical system can be entirely re neWed by this treatment, and a new body produced.
 No rosin! No rosin! No rosin!
 THOSE
 who read
 will be richer
 than those who
 save their
 Do you get our meaning? The most substantial merchandise is going to be sold this month at rate that takes one's breath away. Fine foreign wool dress goods {; and of low price dress goods; about half price; half of our price and many of them were two- thirds and three quarters. Imported wools, 50 inch, sloO soc. Imported woos, 50 inch, 1.25 soc. Silk and Wool suitlngs, 50 2sc. All-wool Suitings, 5s asc. Wool suitinss, .2a lsc. French sateens, .ss 1sc. French sateens, .s77< s5c. Domestic sateens, .12K sc century ClOtn, .l0 C.. shirting Prints, .12S s,4. 1inghams, .0s SC. Haf-Wool Dress Goods .15 &c., Right in the face of 22s per cent. ad- vance ill Raw Silk we offer 75 cent and ,ne dollar silks for 50 cents yard. This is an excellent twilled silk, wears splendid. We had some thousand yards ,f it year ago, and it went more swiftly 1 han any other silk in the store. The 1 ,rice was then 75 cents and $1. You hall have this lot for 30 cts. a yard. Write for samples; but be quick.
 FORBES & WALLACE,
 MAIN AND. VERNON STREETS,
 SPRINGFIELD. | OFFICE OF l ]. P. cHAMBERLIn,| srAFFowprspRtNcs. .5,O0O' DOLLARS! 'TAPPORD SPRINGS lQUBDUCT
 COMPANY
 , l PER GENT.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19
Bitten by u Spider.

ST. HELENA, Cal, July 15.-Giacomi
Niese, Swiss, 40 wears old, working at
the Franco Swiss cellar in the Valley,
was bitten on the face while asleep on
Friday by large spider. He at once
walked to town, saw a physician and OBJ
tanned something to reduce the inflam.
nation and went to hotel for break.
fast. While there he was asked what
had bitten him, and told the proprietor
q rattlesnake. This alarmed his friend
and he told him to drink some brandy
at once, at the same time handing him
q quart bottle full. Niese drank the en-.
tire qnart of brandy and fell back in
his chair dead drunk, from which he
never awoke. He died tonight and the
Coroner's jury brought in verdict Of
death from alcoholism.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19
Nashin9ton Stanlars
Destructive Fire.

FRESNO, Cal, July 12.-The third
fire since Sunday occurred here this
morning at four O'Clock, in q business
portion of the city. 1t started in the
ovens OF Weiman Leblanc & Co.'S,
bakery. 1t burned fiercely and swept
away a block and half The entire
loss is estimated at over $250,000 In
surance about 100000. Following is
a partial list of the losses: Sewers q
Co, loss $4,000 insurance $4,000
T. II. Thompson, druggist, loss SD 600
insurance 81 600: Mcconnell & Hague
loss $4,000, insurance 5000: DIR
Meapin, loss $l.500, insurance, $500
Weiman & Leblanc's bakery loss 81,
COO, insurance $1,000; J. F. Havelin
of the San Francisco building under
course of construction, loss $3 $500, in
surance 81 500; Hague d Dodge, liz
nor saloon, loss $500, insurance 81 a,
500; Pacific Shoe Co. loss $25 900. in
surance $4,000; Lawson & Co., est
mated loss $4,000, insurance is no
known; d. S. Terry, fine law library
entirely destroyed, insurance is no
known; f. Gilmore, millinery stool
and building, loss $4,000, INSURANCE
$1,000; Griiiith's and Dodge, new bricl
building, $4,000; NJ. Derrick's saloon
loss SIS, 600, insurance $4,000.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19
FRANCIS HENRY,
AHorney-at-Law
AND PROPRIETOR OF
ThuRSrON COUNTY ABSTRACT,
Odd Follows Building, Washington st.

MY Abstract, and an experience of more than
vi twenty years In searching the records a.
Ihurstou county In regard to title enables me to
give prompt attention in regard to same.
have = complete aud the only abstract of the
Records Of the PROBATE Court of said county pre-
pared during the eight years thar was Judge
Of said court
have the only abstract that was ever At
to be made of sales OF property for taxes
Ia said county.
negotiate loans for those wishing to borrow
or lend on real estate security. (In the matter
OF loans, represent only such local capitalists
A. my ciients.)
I have for man, years represented. and ct this
time represent, a agent of residents and non-res
dents, large holding of real estate In the city Of
Olympia, aud In fhurston county. for the sale Of
alao have upon sale. for Fixed prices large
amount OF real estate, both city aud country,
" bch am really TO show up On call.
am ready and equipped by the labor and ex-
pertence Of more than twenty years for the tran
action Of general real estate business, In which
line respectfully offer my services to those who
desire, either to purchase or SELL to borrow or
loan.
10 those who think Of investing, ! have NO
hesitation In saying that money put into real
estate In Olympia and Thurston county at this
time would be good investment.
10 those who wish to sell. ] have to say that
my connections in this line of businese will en-
able me TO 6nd purchasers for their property
| among the many strangers constantly coming
| and going through the country In search o
chances for investment, who would otherwiss
| know nothing Of the opportunity.
have large amount OF city property, boil
improved and unimproved for sale. Also, SOM
very desirable farms.
| Olympia. June |. 1855. II
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19

WALLA WALLA, July 12.-Major
Rees died this morning. Funeral Sun
day. The town mourns.
-- fho writsx-can bear testimony to
the many sterling virtues of Raymond
r. Rees, whose death is chronicled in
the above brief dispatah. He was
in the fullest sense, "The nOblest
work of God, an honest man." In
early lite he was printer, and for
many years editor and proprietor OF
the Statesman, at Walla Walla. Later
on he engaged in trade, and was the
senior partner of the firm of Rees
Winans e. Co. A few years ago he re
tired from active business, in conse
quence of failing health, since which
time he has suffered gradual decline
He leaves wife and several children
Farewell, a long farewell.
True friend of other days;
None knew thee but to love thee,
None name thee hut in praise.
Fin
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19
Cenrresslomal Conyentien.

FREMONT, Neb., July ia notable
excursion party will leave here to-
morrow, for the Pacific coast. The
party will be made up of Congressman
Mckinley, Of Ohio, Hon. Nathan Golf
of West Virginia, Congressman J. C.
Burrows, of Michigan, Congressman
Hayden, Massachusetts,, Congressman
Stewart, Vermont, Capt. J. T. c. Horr,
and Perry Sheath of the Indianapolis
Journal. These gentlemen will be the
guests of Congressman w. Dorsey, Of
Nebraska, who desires to show them
the growth and material development
of the west They will also visit Port.
land, Or, Olympia, Seattle, Tacoma
and Victoria.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19
Timber Land Act June 3, 1878,
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION. J
UNITED STATES LAND orr

Notice Is hereby given that in compli-
ance with the provisions OF the act Of
Congress of June 8. Is s, entitled IAN act
Tor the sale of timber lands in the States
OF Califo nia, Oregon, Nevada, and Wash
ington Terriury," Mrs. Maggie A. Esh0nn
o. Little Rock. county of ihurston. Ter
ritory of y ashington. has this dAy filed
IN this ONCE her sworn statement No.
44a tor the purchase of the lots .. and
z y Of SW = of section No. Is, in Town
ship No. l1 N. Range No. 4 W., ano will
offer proof to show that the land sought
is MOI valusble for its timber or stono
than for agricultural purposes. and to e.
ta'ilisb her claim to said land before the
Register and Receiver Of this office e
September 1890.
She names as witnesses: Aaron JefTrjea.
OF Little HO'k, w. r., Monroe Rutledre,
OF Little Rock,W. r.; VIM, johnson, Of
Little Rock. w. r., and Z. McReynOlde.
OF Little Rock, w. r.
ANY ana ~ll persons claiming ADVERSELY
the a ove.t escribed lands. are requested
TO fii- theii claims In this Office on or b.
lore said 9th day Of September. 1880.
JNO. b. BAIRD;
''" ~ HeS' Regts1E
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19

OTTAWA. July 13.-It is settled be-
yond doubt that the Government
win grant the application of President
Harrison for the extradition of Burke
for the alleged murder Of Cronin. The
report Of Judge Balm has not yet ar
rived from Winnipeg. and in the mean.
time it Is open for Burke's counsel to
apply for writ of habps corpus, fit.
teen days being allowed for that pur.
pose, in order that Judge Bain's decis.
ion may be reviewed. 1t is rumored
that such action will not be taken.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19

Los ANGELES, July 15.-Ycsterlay,
Geo. Sing, Chinese peddler, was
shot and killed by All King, another
peddler, who was captured while at
tempting to escape. Lucy Tung
c hinaman, to whom Lucy Seek
presented a bill for money due in
Fresno, last night, pulled a pistol ant
shot his creditor below the heart and
escaped. The wounded man may die
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1889-07-19

SAN Francisco, July 15.-The case
OF Sharon VS.. Sharon came up in
Judge Sullivan's court this morning
on motion of the plaintiff, II. f. Terry
to appoint a receiver for the Sharon
estate under Judge Sullivan's decision
declaring plaintiff to be Sharon's wife
this was continued till Friday because
OF illness of one of the attorneys for
defense