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The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Bicycle riding is likely to become very
popular in this city, Messrs. James
Finlayson and A. Bartholomew having
secured the agency for four makes of
machines, viz: the Multnontah, Impc-
rial, Falcon, and the Wynnewood. All
r of the safety type, with pneumatic
the. the latter being especially adapted
for reducing the vibration where the
roads are rough. 1t is the intention to
start a bicycle club on a ilrst-class
scale, and in that way cre1te an in
terest in the health-giving exercise.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14
FROM MRS. H. W. BEECHER.
"4o Orange Street. BROOKLYN. N. Y.

40 Orange Street, Brooklyn. N. Y,
Feb. IL, 1890.
81 have used Allcock's plasters for
some years for myself and family, and
as far as able, for the many sufferers
who come to us for assistance, and
have found them a genuine relief for
most of the aches and pains which
flesh is heir to. / have used Allcock's
PlaSters for all kinds of lameness and
acute pain, and, by frequent expert
ments, find that they can control many
cases not noticed in your circulars.
THE above is the only testimonial ]
have ever given in favor of any plaster,
and If my name has been used to re-
commend any other 1t is without my
authority or sanction"
MRS. HENRY WARD BEECHER.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14
WORLDS FAIR TRAVELLERS WILL
HAVE IT.

The public demand throug service
when travelling. 1t is old fashioned to
change cars" On the through, solid
vestibuled trains of the Chicago, Union
Pacific & Northwestern line from or
to Chicago. Omaha and intermediate
points there Is no change. This is the
finest and fastest service between the
points named.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Readers and friends Of The Historian
in the city and in the country are in
vited to send iii items, as to what Is
going on in their n~eighborhoD1. Items
that are not calculated to wound the
feelings of neighbors Will be gladly
received and published. DON. feel dis
couraged if you can not write with the
fluency Of a professional reporter. If
you send facts, that is Of NEST i'm
p~ortance. We want facts, MT rhcto-
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

One of the members of the C.. r. f,
P. u, says Alex Sutton, recently
caught a salmon which had in its stom-
ach a heaving lead about five inches in
length. The name of the fisherman
who is alleged 10 have made the catch
is Nels Larson.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

The old maxim of "a friend in need
is a friend indeed" was never letter
exemplified than was the Ease yester-
day when Herman Wise received q
letter from a young man in this city
in which an offer of a loan % $500 was
made and regret expressed thar the
writer of the letter was not in position
TO offer ten times the amount.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

A horse which was taken DOWN to
Sand Island a few days ago by Tom
Quinn, has mysteriously disappeared.
A member Of the fishermen's union
states that the horse was thrown over
board into eight feet Of water. and
made the island without difficulty. He
was then allowed to roam around. so
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14
NOTICE no

Sealed proposals will be received up
to noon on April 81, 1898. for the build
ing of a school house, at the office of
the school clerk of district No. ., Kin
dred Park. New Astoria, Clatsop coun-
ty, Oregon, where plans and specifica-
tions can be seen. The right TO reject
any or all bids is reserved.
c. A.. HENRIKSON,
Clerk of Dist. No. 6.
April 10. 1893. I'd
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Notice is hereby given that on April
18th, 1898, 1 will commence to make
actual levy upon the real property on
which school taxes are delinquent for
District No. 9, situate in Adair's Asto-
ria. Any delinquent taxpayer wishing
TO save enormous costs, must pay prior
to that date. H. A. SMITH,
Sheriff.
Astoria, April II, 1898.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Tuesday, April IS, Mrs. p. NJ, Thell
will open dress making parlors at 1853
Main street. The ladies Of Astoria and
vicinity are kindly asked to leave their
orders. The cutting is done by the tall
or system, and a perfect fit is suaran-
teed.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Louis Olsen, the smallpox patient, is
in a precarious condition, says DR..
Walker. Secondary fever has set in,
and the patient is delirious. 1t is inn
possible, without extreme danger, to
move him for the present.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Parties leaving communications OF
notices in this office in the absence of
any person authorized to receive them
should sign their name to them, not
necessarily for publication. but as q
guarantee of good faith.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

DIR. John Lakewood, of Eckerty. Ind.
has in his possession a heavy gold fin
ger ring, set with three diamonds, once
the property Of Marie Antoinette, at
whose court his maternal grandmother
was a maid of honor.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

1t is the intention Of Mrs. A. Bar
tholomew to take an ocean trip round
Cape Horn to England in the Birkdale
which is expected to sail about the 9th
prox. Mrs. Bartholomew will be ac-
companied by her children.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

as to dry himself, but when looked fol
some hours afterward was not 10 be
found. His tracks led to the beach IL
the direction of Ilwaco.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Mrs. Alma Norstrum, a pretty young
Swedish woman, of Kansas '>ity, be-
came violently insane a few days ago
while singing "Ta-ra-ra boom-de-ay,"
and has kept up the song almost IN
ceasingly eVer since.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Papers were filed yesterday in a
suit brought by William Stein
TART VS.. Herman Wise to recover the
sum of $500 for goods sold and deliv-
cred at various times prior to the 18th
Of April.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

A COW belonging to the Miller dairy
at Smiths point was found dead yes
terday afternoon. The cause was sup
posed to have been the eating of a pois-
onous weed.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

An evening paper is authority for
the statement that the liabilities of
Herman Wise will figure up $4,000.
This, Mr.. Wise says, is about $1,000 in
excess of the correct figures.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

The. remains of William j. Boebs, who
committed suicide by hanging himself
on Tuesday morning last, were con-
signed to their last resting place in
Greenwood cemetery Yesterday.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

An elaborate program mas been pre-
pared by the pupils of JIppertuwn
school. The exercises will begin at l:3r
O'Clock. Professor Clark invites tn"
patrons and friends to be present.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Ryan & Co. 537, Third street, have
just received a full line of 1893 patterns
in wall paper, and comprising all the
latest designs and shades. at the low
est prices. Call and see them.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Sheriff Smith had a slight stroke Of
epilepsy yesterday afternoon. No dan
ger is apprehended by the attending
physician, DR.. Fulton.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

The Arbor Day exercises begin at lis
this afternoon at Court Street school.
Go and listen to an interesting and
instructive program.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14
April 10, 1893. ID ID
NOTICE.

Is hereby given that my wife, Lucretia
Wentworth. has left my bed and board
without just cause or provocatiOn, and
| will not be responsible for any bill
she may contract. / am a resident OF
Nasel, Washington.
N. WENTWORTH,
Astoria, Or, April 10, 1893.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14
THE QUESTIONS.

/. What is the distinction between a
shrub and a tree?
2. Does knitting the brows assist the
process Of thinking?
8. What is the origin Of the phrase
AT Skies and Sevens?"
4. Are there any means Of rendering
gunpowder 0 explosive without wet
ting it?
Answers must be in by Saturday noon.
Please send full name, school and class
you belong to.
In response to numerous requests we take
pleasure in inviting all pupils of private schools
to enter this competition every week.
The age of the contestant MUST be stated.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

The Pacific Can Company is being
run daily to its full capacity of 80, 900.
With the additional machinery soon to
be put in, the present output can be
doubled.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

A row which narrowly escaped Ind
ing in the death of one of the partlci-
pants took place late Wednesday night
near the North Shore Packing Com
pans establishment. 1t appears that
Gus Melinske and another fisherman,
commonly known as Big Harry" got
into an alteration and Melinske re-
sorted to the use Of the knife. The
weapon was inserted between big
H%arry's" lips and a fearful cash cut
from the corner of the mouth to the
chin. Melinske then used the knife on
the other side of his victims mouth,
side also, ~endeavored to strip his low
er jaw and chin clear of flesh. big
Harry" Infatuated at the sight of the
blood, seized a piece OF stovewood and
b~elabored the knife-wielder over the
shoulders and head, inAicting serious,
but not fatal wounds. There were a
number Of other fishermen present,
and they, seeing the condition Of big
Harry's' face, proceeded to wreak ven
geance on Melinske's head. Taking
him to the waters edge, they were
about to throw him overheard, when
the opportune arrival Of Mr.. Weber
saved them from the commission of
that would have been legally a murder,
but a justifiable homicide by those who
saw the dreadful effects Of Mellnske's
knife.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

The funeral services over the remains
of the late Mrs. Dodson were per-
formed at the residence yesterday by
Rev. Landen. The interment was at
Greenwood cemetery.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Aston Lodge, X. of p, has refused to
accept the designation of Herman Wise
and the members declare their conf
dence in the integrity of their treas
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

The cargo of the British harl: Brit
ish Army is in excellent condition, as
far a s can be seen at present, and the
tin is said to be of a very superior
quality
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

An clubhouse in Uniontown tumbled
yesterday morning as the result of a
slide in the fnce of the hill above.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

There was a fifty-five mile gale blow
ing at the Cape yesterday noon.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Cudahy's Rex Beef Extract will be
served al Rogers drug store for one
week free. Fifty cent bottle makes
fifty cups, me cent per cup.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

There were 10 on trial yester-
dey in either the justice court OF in
the police court.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Mayor Crosby did not leave his house
yesterday all day. having felt indis-
posed.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14
ABOUT TIE CITY.

The chautauqua Circle met last even
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Wing Lee has just received a full line
of Japanese curiosities and fancy goods.
Will sell at cost. 529 Third street.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

A meeting of the Astoria Rod and
Gun Club will be held on Monday even
ing next.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Do not be deceived with cheap pictures,
but get your work done at Crows gallery
and you will not regret 1t.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Parties visiting in Portland can get The
Daily Historian at Handley & Haas news
stand, $50 First street.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Call at the Albatross Fish Market for
fresh fish daily.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14
LaWIess Acts
By Fishermen

The first act of lawlessness since the
inauguration of the fishermen's strike
was perpetrated yesterday by the forci-
BILE seizure and destruction of salmon,
the property of fishermen who had
gone out with their boats the previous
night. Although every possible effort
| was made by an Astorian reporter to
find the men whose property had been
destroyed, none of them could be
found, and it could not be learned
definitely how many fish had been de-
stroyed, or to what extent the lawless
act had been carried. The first case
was reported to nave taken place In the
river abreast of the bonded warehouse
dock, and Mr.. Robert Carruthers stat
ed to the reporter that a number of men
had rowed out from the dock and COM
PEELED a couple of fishermen who had
been out for a day and a half to throw
overheard about twelve or thirteen
fish. Another case was said to have
occurred near the Telephone dock,
while m had 1t that similar out
RACES had occurred at other points on
the river. The only evidence obtainable
from an eyewitness was that of Mr..
C~aurruthers, but it was generally con-
coded that the case was much more Sc
rlous than appeared from his statement.
At the rooms of the Union 1t was
admitted that about fifty fish had been
thus destroyed, while around town the
estimates ranged from IL to 1000.
In SON. of the cases, it was said that
forcible seizure had been made, while
in others the fishermen were Persuaded,
whether by threats or not no one
could say, to throw their catch INTO the
water.
Secretary Jensen, in speaking of the
affair, said: 1--WE wish to state that as
q body we heartily disapprove Of such
deeds, but the union as such is power
less to control the actions of all it's
members. Some will get excited in
spite of all we can do to the contrary
1t was stated by another member of
IN nv bhol JIG VI luOoc WlO lOSl
their fish, claimed that members of the
union had nothing to with the affair.
On being asked what the prospects
were for a settlement of the strike,
Secretary Jensen said: "On, our side
absolutely none, If a settlement means
concession. We will hold out till. next
season If necessary. and are Satisfied
We certainly can hold out as long as
the Gamers"
The fishermen, as a rule, now deny
that salmon are plentiful, and say that
the few who have made big catches
were out two days. mo fish can be
had up the river" they say, ''and what
have been caught are pink in color and
of a very inferior quality for canning
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-04-14

Remember the Austin House at the Sea-
side Is open the year around.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24

Charivari is French term used to desig
nate wild tumult and uproar produced
by the beating of pans, kettles and dishes
mingled with whistlings, Rawlings, etc.,
which are got up for the purpose Of express
ing general dislike for the person agains,
whom they are directed. During the
middle ages charivari was raised agains,
persons contracting second marriages, es-
pecially widows. The participators in it,
who were masked, accompanied their hub
bub by the singing OF satirical and indecent
verse, which they continued till the wed
ding couple had purchased their peace by
ransom. In certain country districts of the
United States relic of the charivari is
still in vogue, known under various local
appellations, as mornings" etc, in which
the newly married couple are treated to q
serenade Of iishhorns, drums, guns, bells,
etc, but not always indicating dislike OF
This continues until the
groom makes his appearance and enter
tains his self invited guests
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24

The history of penny as given in Mich.
igan historical paper runs rs follows:
\ penny is the most ancient of English
coins The word was originally used fol-
money in general. 1t is first mentioned in
the laws Of Ina. king of the West Saxons,
about the close Of the seventh century and
was of silver deeply indented with cross 50
AS to be easily broken in two or four parts. II
is the radical denomination from which Eng
fish coin is numbered, weighing 22Il grains
troy, being the two hundred and fortieth part
pound. tisstated elsewhere that Ethel.
bert, king of Kent, coined pennies between
$50 and GIG A. ID. Edward l coined gold
pennies. In 1877 copper pennies were is
sued and bronze ones in 1860, valued at half
the copper ones. The United States coined
copper cents and half cents about 1855 In
1857 nickel cent and in 1865 bronze cent.
The word penny is derived from the old
German word pfaut, a pledge 1t was the
only coin current among the Anglo Saxons.
After Edward III the coin decreased in val
ue. To the lowest coin Robert Morris gave
the name Of cent" because it was the hun
dredtf part of adollar Its first coinage was
in 1888.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24

The banks Of Richmond, Va. request
parties having notes falling due on May
3lst to attend to the sane May 30th
Memorial day rs on the 3lst. the OIL
GERS of these respective banks wish TO par.
tcipate in the exercises incident to the
reinterment of Ex-president Davis" Here
is utter disregard of the national holiday
made sacred by the sacrifices of our heroes
for the purpose of observing a Southern
holiday in memory of "Ex-President pa
vis.' Those not familiar with the deeds OF
Arch Conspirstor Davis as the head of the
Confederate government in its attempt tc
subvert the rights of humanity, might pre-.
sumo that an OK president OF the United
States was referred to in the notice the
banks give to their patrons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24

Englsnd's .ensitiveness shrinks from the
possibility Of paving large awards, and her
sense Of equity ia very keen when the pos
sitilty that she will be compelled to DO so
arises. A credited report from London
announces that British order in council is
to be issued prohibiting sealing in Behrins
sea until May la, 1894. In view Of the
possible finding of the board of arbitration
now sitting in Paris, and also of the fac,
that Great Britain was not inclined to re-
new the B,odss rireadi at the end of the
sealing season, this proposed AZ. is a very
significant one. England must feel a little
nervous As to the finding of tina, Paris tri-
bunal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24

This Society Offering Many Attractive Features
this Season.

The South Kennebec Agricultural Society
is making bids for public patronage this
season that deserve to be successful. Their
preliminary premium list for their sixth
annual fair at South Windsor, Sept. 10, 20
and q ought to warrant good exhibit.
Secretary F. II. Mooers of Pittston ex-
poets to have the complete premium list out
by August 10th.
For June 2sth the society has arranged
for trottirg and bicycle races commencing
at 10 A. NJ.
LIST, $50 for three minute class; I'd, $50
for colts four years old or UNDER Sd, 500
for 2.3S class; ith, $50 for 30 class.
Mile heats, best three in five to harness
Five or more to enter, not less than three
to start in each race.
All entries must be made with the secre.
tary on or before June 10Th. Entries mailed
on that date will be eligible.
No entry will be recorded unless accom-
panied by five per cent. of purse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24
ORIGIN OF THE NAME YANKEE.

Theories Probable and Otherwise Which
Have Been Advanced on tho Subject.
The theories which have been advanced as
to tho origin Of the name Yankee are nu-
merous. According to Thierny, it was a
corruption of Jakin, diminutive Of John,
which was a nickname given by the Dutch
colonists Of New York to their neighbors in
the Connecticut settlements.
In history of the American war written
by DIR. William Gordon and published in
l7s9 was another theory. DR.. Gordon said
that it was a cant word in Cambridge.
Mass, as early as 1713, used to denote espe-
cial excellence-as a Yankee good horse,
Yankee good cider, etc He supposed that
it was originally byword in the college,
and being taken by the students into parts
of the country gradually obtained general
currency in New England, and at length
came to be taken up in other parts Of the
country and applied to New Englanders as
IA term of slight reproach.
Aubury, an English writer. says that 1t is
derived from q Cherokee word-eankke-
which signifies coward and slave. This cpl
tibet was bestowed upon the inhabitants Of
New England by the Virginians for not as
sisting them In a war with the Cherokees.
The most probable theory, however, is that
advanced by Mr.. Heckewelder-that the In
dians in endeavoring to pronounce the
word English, or Anglais, made it Yengees
or Yangees. and this originated the term.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24

The neglect Of the national government
or the state of Pennsylvania TO purchase
the Gettysburg battlefield has resulted in
what WAS feared, the invasion Of n ruthless
business enterprise in the form Of trolley
electric railroad. The Indignation aroused
among the Grand Army men and others may,
however. result io preserving this famous
battlefield sacred from further intrusion
The Southern Vt t,rans are also highly in
dinuanf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24

James Rice, pupil in Miss Elma Clafks
class at the William X. Smith Grammar
School. spent the night in the lookup, Tues
day. Jimmy ia confirmed and an appaf.
emily incurable truant. He has given the
teachers and his mother continual worry
until they were compelled to put the msi-
ter in the hands Of the police, as truant on
GERS. The boy has led the latter merry
dance and has succeeded in dodging them
until Tuesday afternoon, when he was cap
tured in the willow grove south
and to the rear Of the JOURNAL
building. He was lodged in the
lookup in order that he might be on hand
Wednesday morning, when he will be taken
to school by the officers. The boy is but
IL years old, anil evi iently has stfons
hatred of school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-05-24

A good deal Of criticism Of The sale al
the Maine and New Brunswick Insurance.
Company 10 being made in some Of The
nevspspers. r. II. Giilin coscludes . iosg
Communication in the Bangor Commercisl
- follows .sIf il u sold, vhat beeon e
Of the surpfuss What are the rights Of ths
policy holdeTsz These are pertinent qaes-
tons that the policy holders Of the Maine
and New Brunswick Insurance Comp y
surely have right TO ask and they shouf
Immediately be fully and clearly answered.
"As policy holders We have paid all .
sessmeuss freely that ve have been called
upon to pay. We know our company 1
solvent Nov With large surplus on hand,
wish 1000 policy holders, Why pray. should
We be turned over To the Commercial ALI
anee which has only a few more policy
holders than the Maine and New Bruins
wick Insurance Company itself ard has
only been in existence about the same
length Of time!7