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Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
The sIosl Popular individual.

Herr Pollak, who claims to be the
fastest talker in the world, is on exhibi-
tion at the Worlds fair. He has mean
ingless list of 10000 words, which he
says he can repeat in 40 minutes, and he
will give 10000 fiorins 20 any stenogra-
pher who will take him down. This
is all wonderful, but many a man
at the fair would take vastly more in-
terest in an individual who would repeat
just four words, "Have something on
me" and could back them up with hard
cash.-New York Tribune.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
aoerta efafs n fHe 10
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gasmess wass ~ Hnifea Thsss Dsstfue.
uts tlttis Cfestafea
One ~ The PESTS 90 which farmers
IN many PARTS ~ the west are sub
iected Ia tbn cOiniaon ground SPUR
rel W familiar in Gallatin county
when suffered % breed unnnolesied,
they increase at on alarming rate,
and their destructive powers are
something enormous They are
found In greatest numbers In the vi
entity of grainheida, end the number
" tons Of wheat and barley consum
ed by these animals is something
amazing. A single colony Of squir.
rels will frequently strip several
acres Of it's crop. and IL is no infre
quent sight TO see strip 25 or 30
feet wide along the entire extent of
a large grainfeld cut down as clean
ly as though by machine, while the
well beaten trail leading TO the great
mounds Of squirrel burrows shows
the agency by which the work was
accomplished
There are many methods Of killing
the squirrels, favorite one where
irrigation is practiced being to divert
stream of water into a buTTow and
let it run until the occupants are all
drowned out. Sometimes, however,
this is impracticable, for it not infre-
quently happens that good sized
stream will be run for hours into a
burrow without any indication that
it is filed up and without driving a
single squirrel to the surface When
colony is drowned out, however,
the number Of those that reach tie
surface and endeavor to escape is
something surprising. Several hun
dred not infrequently inhabit the
same burTow.
The most effective means of de-
stroying these pests is by the use of
carbon bisulphide. One of the Off
cials of the Colorado agricultural col
lege who has been investigating the
matter gives the following instruc-
tions for handling this remedy, which
he recommends as very effectual and
not at all dangerous to the person ap-
plying it when handled with proper
caution. The method is to take a
tightly rolled ball of cotton the size
of hens egg or smaller and thor
oughly saturate it with the carbon bi-
sulphide. With a rolling motion
throw the cotton into the burrow and
close the opening with earth, packing
it down hard.
The operation is simple and the re-
suit certain The carbon bisulphide
evaporates quickly, and the vapor
being heavier than air soon fills the
burrow and smethers or overcomes
the squirrels. The application should
be made in the evening at sundown,
as the squirrels are in their burrows
at this time and can be reached by
this method. All the burrows in a
neighborhood should be treated at
the same time, as those close togeth-
or often connect, and where but a
few are treated the squirrels can es,
cape to those left open. When a
thorough job is made and every bur
row stopped up, colonies will be al
most completely exterminated by a
single application. - Helena indie
| Dendent.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
DOWN GO THE RATEsl

The Union Pacific now leads with re-
duced rates to eastern points, and their
through Car arrangements, magnific-
emily equipped Pullman and Tourist
sleepers, free reclining chair car and
fast time, make it the best time to trav-
el. Two trains leave from Portland
daily at S:45 a. N. aud 1880 p. m. The
rates are now Within reach of all, and
every body should take advantage OF
them to visit the worlds fair and their
friends In the east. Send for rates aud
schedules of trains, and do not purchase
tickets until after consulting Boise d
Barker, agents, Salem, Or.
w. III. HURLBURr,
Asst Gen'l Rass. Agent, u. r,
Portland, Or.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
How obesItY L. REGARDED.

An eastern prince had in his serv-
ice an officer whose sole duty was to
regulate the size of his subjects and
who dosed the unwieldy to reduce
them to a proper volume. In China,
where custnms seem 10 be directly
opposite TO those of Europe. obesity
is esteemed as a blessing, and a
mans intellectual endowments are
esteemed in theratioof his corporeal
bulk Among the Germans, ours, ,ves
and most other European nations it
is almost insepamble from good hu-
NOR and jocularity. Philadelphia
Press.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

The JOURNAL gives the people the
news and they appreciate it. They
don't have to wait till next day to get
it, either; they get it right hot off the
wire,
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
Getting Rid of a Bore.

Beranger once neatly rid himself Of a
bore who was constantly worrying him
with his poetical effusions No sooner
had Beranger taken up the manuscript
than he began. This is delightful" he
said. But, NJ. Beranger, you have not
read it," mo, have not read this one,
but l have read the others. Besides,
know you by this time and feel perfect
ly sure that it is fully equal TO the 9TH
ers," Never mind, should like you
to do me the honor of reading this, and
I'll call again in about week to have
your opinion" at would be altogether
useless, for Icould only repeat in week
what / am telling you now-namely,
that it is perfectly delightful. So you
had better take it away and not bring
me any more. When, like you, man
has an individual gift, when he writes
verse that is unlike that of any one else,
he should never consult second party
lest he might spoil his originality by al
terations." "Ah, cher maitre, you over
whelm me-" And the would be poet
took his departure beaming with pleas
ure.-San Francisco Argonaut.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

The council ordered the police to en-
force the law against the bawdy houses.
But the police seem sfraid of hurting
the feelings of some of the council if
they proceed in any rough shod way.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

1t is we'll to begin to get ready for
the State Fair and there is not a reason
why that Fruit Palace should not be
put up this year. We certainly have
the fruit and we have the enterprise.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

The people want the financial news
the same day or hour it occurs. Ifa
bank fails at Portland today the people
do not want to wait till tomorrow to
know about it. That is why they ap-
preciate the JOURNALS news service.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
A u.efal rr..snt Dor : ami.

A darning case, fitted out with pref
~ olive wood egg 10 hold under the
stocking, long, narrow cushion OF
darning needles, cards of various cOlored
woods and oottoHs and all the necessities
for the complete outfit Of a darner, is a
useful present for a girl and one that
she should BE- instructed to use faith
fully.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

There should not be any delay IN
pushing work on that city hall as there
is ready money lying in the bank to
begin with that cannot be used for any
other purpose.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

The country has more to expect of
the industry of the farmer than of all
the speeches that will be made in con-
gress when it assemblies next Monday.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

The Chemeke~a street improvement
cases will not be decided until the Sep
tember session of the supreme court
but there is little doubt as to how the
case will go.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
Before Going to the Woild's Fair
Rnauira About


The Limited Express trains OF the Chi
cago, Milwaukee Il st. Paul Railway
between st. Paul and Chicago and
Omaha and Chicago.
These trains are vestibuled, electric
lighted and steam heated, with the hn-
est Dining and sleeping Car Service In
the world,
The Electric reading light in each
berth Is the successful novelty OF this
progressive age, and Is highly appreciat-
Ell by all regular patrons OF this line
We wish Others to know its merits, as
the Chicago Milwaukee a st. Paul Rail
way Is the ouly line in the west enjoy
ing the exclusive use of this patent.
For further Information apply TO
nearest coupon ticket agent, or address
q. ]. EDDY, General Agent.
j. w. CASEY, Trav. Pass. Agt
225 Stark ST., Portland, Or. II
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
Neuspapsr. In N.r YorL s,.,e.

Since the centennial year, 1876, the
number Of newspapers in New York
state has nearly doubled. There were
Loss published then. and there are
2, ,1S1 now.-Printer's Ink.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

1t does not appear to be the intention
of the police to comply with the order
of the city council about enforcing the
law against houses of i'll fame.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02
TUFTS PILLS adapted to old and
young.
SUGGESTED COMMENT.

Arresting workingmen and putting
them in Jail to be fed at the expense of
the taxpayers should be stopped.
Capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1893-1895, 1893-08-02

Mayer Darcy hit the san Francisco
business men square between the eyes
when he told them Salem was town
where banks had not failed.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
Lee Camp LadIes, Auxiliary.

The ladies Of the Lee Camp Auxiliary
met at Lee Camp Hall yesterday after.
noon. There We're q number Of cases of
distress and need reported In every in
stance the ladies investigated the re-
quests and visited the applicants 10 give
them such help as their limited means
permit.
The dues expected 10 be paid by con-
tributing members OF the society are only
three dollars a year or ten cents "a month
for working members The organization
has been started 20 support widows and
orphans Of Confederate soldiers. They
are not the very destitute whom our
City Mission so nobly help. but they are
persons who have only needed ala when
they could not get work. which has neen
the case so often during the past year.
The Ladies' Auxiliary win help these
worthy objects of charity SO long as
their money lasts. The ola soldiers are
comfortably cared for no the Ice Camp
Soldiers Home and an earnest effort
should be made that the widows ana
children do not suffer from cold and
hunger.
vote of thanks was passed for Mr.
rhalhimer who sent number OF cloaks
10 the committee.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
CORBErr THE SLUGGER.
SAYS He VIII DO Ills Best To Keep the
Championship on This Side.

James J. CoIbett the champion pugilst
accompanied by his manager William
Brady. and a number of other athletes,
arrived i'm this city at 80 o'clock yester
day from Norfolk. and registered at the
Exchange Hotel.
MIR. Cofbett received me very cordially
and gave me the information ! desired
AS / entered the dining-room be arose
and erasTeO my hand, while smile en-
livened the stern expression of his face
Mr.. Corbett expressed himself as highly
gratihed 10y the courteous way in which
he had been treated while in Norfolk.
To my question, do you mean business
in your coming fight with MITCHELL he
replied: yes ! do" and then, as proof
OF his statement. he told me that he had
gone 10 am expense of 5000 in moving his
family household effects. and all the
necessary apparatus for training 10 Jack
sonviue, Fla, where he is going 10 get in
condition for the fight
In reply TO the question about his
chances i'm the coming contest he said
with a smile: - think 1 will win. ]
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07

tian did not wish TO be appointed. Mr..
AZ. ID. Thurman holds a government posi-
ton In Washington city. and Mr.. William
III. Mann Is Assistant District Attorney OF
the United States.
These vacancies have been tilled by the
appointment OF +. l.. Hunter. OF King
George county who IS strongly recon-
mended; Mr. James y. Bell Of Norfolk
city; MIR. Charles b. Mann. OF Peters
burg; ana Mr. John W. Williams. OF
Montgomery county, are all three repre-
sentatlves Of young Democracy. ana each
OF them was highly endorsed.
Mr.. Joseph Myers has been appointed
Jauitor OF the House, and he has engaged
Mr.. Charles a. Cole TO assist him.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
The Rough Asbla, Chapier,a

charter was granted by judge Well
ford yesterday to The Rough Ashlar Pub
fishing Company The object Of the com
pany II TO publish the monthly maya
zine devoted TO the Masonic fraternity
heretofore published by Mr. c. W. Dun
stan.
The capital stock Is 20 be- s. 0)o. which
may be increased at any time 90 $4,000,
divided into shares Of So each.
The officers for the first year are as
follows: President. George 6. jefferson.
Secretary and Treasurer e.. a. Nesbitt.
Directors: George q. jefferson, William
Ryan. Charles W. Dunstan. W. r. Turn
err. and G. A. Neshitt.
Mr. Dunstan, who has made splendid
success ot the Rough Ashlar Is taking
a course OF law at Richmond College.
with a view OF adopting that profession.
and I'm order 20 give more attention 10
his studies has converted his magazine
into a joint-stock company.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
James RIVER Imnrov,ment.

The Committee on James River I'M
proyement held its monthly meeting in
the Council chamber last evening. Chair
man Curtis and Messrs. W. T.. White.
James r. Vaughan. Lewis ID. Crcnshaw.
Jr., $. II. Halves, Thomas Christian.
John b. Cary and Otway r. Allen were
present.
After the transaction OF some routine
business. Mr. W. l.. White moved that
the resolution now i'm existence Doe rcsCind-
ed which requires the committee to meet
az the Concil chamber Tho motion
was carried and r. was decided that
the regular meetings hereafter shall Doe
held al the Chamber of Commerce at
o'clock. unless the meetings bee held ON
the b0al
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
FAILURE or HENEr l.. sTIPHEs.
The Liabilities Amount 10 s6.sOO- Credi-
tors Named.

-
Henry H. staples ie'l estate "-''' i'i'-
"a yesterday. with liabilities amounting TO
81 son The valua orAbe assets rs not es-
tirnated
,rbc deed of assignment filed I'm the Office
80 ti,. cle,l, of the CbaIcsrv Court ves-
-, aftlrroo, make ~ Patterson
49, and l.l.r,'.,..s An MIN for me bene-
fl of nfr st.nl.s' creditors certain Iand
i'm Cbesterdeld and Heurico counties. "a
horse surrey and harness. an i,on safe.
and office furniture i'm room no. 10 of the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07

The Baltimore Herald of yesterday thus
Richmond.
1.-THE Water Board viii hold its Decem-
Der meeting on next Monday ight. when
it is probable that successor 60 the
late Chief Engineer Robert Is. Martin
will be chosen.
Major n. r. Douglas. who has charge
Of the typographical survey has been
mentioned for the place. A prominent
city official said that he Thought il would
be doubtful policy to transfer Major
Douglas from the work nc which Dee is
now engaged and which is progressing SOD
very satisfactorily under his guidance
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
rHE SNOW RAPIDLr FINISHING.
No More Merry Sleigh Bells Heard Upon
the Streets.

a number of merry sleigh bells were
heard on the streets yesterday morning
and many young people had their first
treat of this Kind during the season. Up
TO 10 o'clock the weather was very cold
the mercury registering below the freez-
ing point. ON the hill sides the small boy
with his sled had a glorious time for an
hour or two and the cautious pedestrian
found himself suddenly seated upon
mother earth, which offered a rather cool
reception at this time.
Later I'm the day old Sol got I'm his
work. and at noon the mercury registered
"a degrees. The snow melted rapidly and
the sleigh bells ceased 10 make merry
music The streets presented "A slushy APP
pearance. and foot travellers had "a rather
rough experience. The sun light ON the
trees glistcning with snow and frost like
nunlhcrless miniature diamonds made a
beautiful picture
At o'clock I'm the afternoon the snow
had practically disappeared from the prln-
cipal thoroughfares. The parks sull look
cd beautiful with the pure white covering
from heaven.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
SHOT ON BIG TOM CREEK.
HOTEL PROPRTETORg.J. AsHBRoOK
FITALLY FOUNDED.
A Posse of Men Securing the Mountains
for +. ). Lsuer, Who b Charged
With the Assassination.

COLBURN, VA, Dec. Especial
Frank Irvine Lauer shot and fatally
wounded n. J. Ashbrook. hotel pro-
and Coke Company. on Big Tom creek.
this afternoon at ? O'Clock. Mr.. Ash
brook was well thought Of. and a posse
OF men are securing the woods In search
of the would-be assassin.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
THE TIMEs-RIcTMoND VA THURSDAY DEcEMBEo ,aoa

Professor Donaldson Is the champions
boxing partner
by the way" remarked the heavy
weight az / was leaving, II see by the
papers that when / vas In Charlottesville
/ was expected to hold reception at the
University ~ mnaslum and a large crowd
had gathered. but owing 10 the opposition
Of the faculty OF the institution the gym
nasium was not opened I wish you
TO deny the statement that was to hold
a reception. / refused to put myself upon
public exhibition I'm any place or way
except with my show"
Several KEELING Hounds.
The announcement that James J. Cor
bett, the worlds champion pugilist. was
10 appear at the theatre last evening GER
tainly seemed 10 have set the sporting
fraternity Of this city wild. and his popu-
larity was clearly shown by the crowded
house that greeted him.
The first boxing match between local
sports was between John Powell and
Lawrence Maury. which was declared
draw. The second was between J. II.
Thomas and w. Motley, two representa-
tives Of Jackson ward. was won by
Thomas ln fhe -hrrH fnn'ds i'e iniid'
between Thomas Kennedy and James
McGarth. was draw.
MISSES josie ELlf4NIIhilNA anu A'tA AANfftiAn
tried 10 sing and dance but the grand
opera music Of the orchestra was not
suitable for the occasion.
Messrs. OBrien and Buckley. in their
specialtes. won generous applause. The
performance concluded with a scientific
sparring match between C0rbett and Pro-
fessOr Donaldson.
just before the performance last oVcn-
ing. / met Mr.. Corbctt again and had n
short talk with him. He Us in splendid
trim. and expects 90 make Mitchell as
he SAYS. take back some Of the talk
that he has been throwing around. He
talks freely Of the coming fight, and does
not appear 10 have the slightest appre-
hension OF the result Tie was greatly
elated about the action Of the Jackson
Vile city Council in passing the ordi-
nance permitting glove contests. Mr.
Corbctt expressed himself as being greatly
pleased with the southern people and es-
peciallv with the people NJ Richmond
From here he goes 60 Danvillc, ana thence
south.
Chinafnwn
AT the Academy OF Music "A Trip To
Chinatown" closed a most successful
engagement last evening. At the matinee
Corbett occupied one Of the boxes, ana
attracted a good deal of attention
The Little Tycoon" commences "a tnfee
nights and Saturday matinee engagement
this evening The troup is very strong
one and will attract good houses.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
Hastings Court.

The following cases We're disposed OF
in the Hastings Court before Judge Witt
yesterday.
Frank W. Anderson was fined $50 for
carrying concealed weapons.
The following persons were sent 10 jaii
for fifteen DAVIS each, having been con-
victed of petit larceny. Ada Burrcl,
Alice Baker. Mary Ballard James Butt
Ter. Della Clarke Uhrce cascsl. w. \.
Dewitt Ella Garrett Robert Green, Jcl-
se jasper Sarah Johnson and EuScn
Morris alias ST. +. Robinson
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07

AT the suggestion of the Assistant
nspector-General. Colonel Jo Lane
Stern. the commander-in-chief. Governor
Mckinney. has issued an order dlshand-
ing Troop -. Of Hanover and Troop y.
of Prince George county The COM
mandiats OF these companies have re-
ceivcd notice 10 that effect They viii.
however, be granted sixty day in which
to recruit to the required number Of
forty-one. and II This is not accomplish
ed they viii be- declared disbanded
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
Proprrty Transfers.

Richmond: vs.. p. Anderson TO b. g.
Rand. interest IN stock of goods and as
sets of firm of w. l.. Anderson d. Coz
Edward II. Brown 10 Joseph ". Newell
IS "a feet on east side ot First street.
near Main. subject 20 deed of trust oil
s. .2G2 a.. and 20 feet on east side of FIRST
street near Cary subject 10 deed of
trust of $1,000. $l21U.S6. George J.. Haw.
special commissioner to N. a. Delhaye,
s. IL feet on north side of Broad street.
near Twelfth. $1,000. Celia kass to- Sui
Ivan. Drew & Co. stock of goods. tiN-
lures. etc.. I'm store No. 5l7 cast Broad
street. and chooses ia action. &lO. $. -.
stout to James G.. Drinard 81 feet ON
south side of Powhatan street. near Car
ter. and 80 feet on north side of Beverly
street. near Linden, subject 60 deed of
trust. s..
Henrico. John b. and Jennie l.. Blair 10
vs.. ~. Smoot personality >l'1o'.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07
IN Drummer

The Virginia division of the Travellers
Protective Association met last night in
their rooms. in the Chamber of Conn
MERGE. Matters concerning the welfare
Of the travelling man We're discussed.
Several communications were received
from leading travelling statesmen. asking
that a schedule of the different roads be
made off Tor their advantage and use.
The Committee on Arrangements made
their report for the formal opening OF
the Associations new rooms. There be-
ing mo- further business. the meeting adj
journod.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07

The Teutonia Club, a specific German
association will hold an important meeting
this evening an the old headquarters OF
the club on south Eighth street opp0-
site the Mozart Academy. The prin-
cipal object of the meeting Is to consider
the question Of removing the club rooms.
Several locations have been mentioned.
among them the house OF Air. Ernst
Kahl. a prominent member Of the club.
who lives on lower Main street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07

The following suits We're instituted in
the city Circuit Court yesterday.
The Wakefield Rattan Company VS..
Preston Belvin. $3.50; J.. ii. McGovern
vs.. city of Richmond, $50
Judgment for $3.50 was rendered I'm
favor Of the plaintiffs I'm the suit OF
Leake d Carter w. L. j. Hawkes..
An order was entered changing the
mamie OF the Richmond City Hospital TO
the Virginia Hospital
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07

Governor Mckinney yesterday declined
90 pardon the following convicts:
oliver Craft. who was convicted IN The
pittsylvania County Court I'm June last
Of malicious assault and sent 90 the
peuitentiary for eight Years
Samuel Saline. convicted I'm the Frank
I'm County Court i'm December. 1885. 81
house-breakins on two indictments, and
sentenced to imprisonment OF two years
and fifteen years respectively.
James Spurio,k. convicted I'm the Lee
County Court I'm October. lS92 for break
ing into jail and releasing prisoners and
sent 90 the pentcntiary for two years.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07

The Yule-Tidc Fair. corner sixth ara
Grace streets. continued all day yofter-
day and was well patronized CroWie OF
church people throug the fair in the eftA-
ing. The dancing room drew
young lads and lassies, who enjoy 81 tie'A-
selves thoroughly
The other attractions of toe f'ir aie
drawing well
The fair win continue to-day oni TO-
night the voting for the dolls tn't enc
90 be- given away will take place.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-12-07

While Arthur Booker, a col0red man
living 0n west Leigh street, was 0n bis
way home yesterday cvcniug at ESQ O'Clock
some boy began throwing snOw-balls at
him. The man tried 90 escape the mis-
siles. but one of them struck him ON the
side of the head. breaking the mans jaw
bone The injured man was taken to the
almshouse. where his wounds were drcss-
ed, after which he was carried to his
home. lie was doing very wei last night