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The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
A NEW GEM.
Recently Discovered in Mexico, and as
valuable an Opal.

The accidental find made by an opal
miner In Mexico has given new semi
precious stone to the world. 1t is an
pounced as the result of secret examin-
alton by experts from the United States
and Europe that this new gem is unlike
any stone previously discovered, and is
fitted to set in any kind of jewelry.
The new stone approaches the opal in
value, and this is matter Of consider
able moment, for it is one of the oddities
Of the year that the superstitious avoid
arce of tbs opal has largely ceased, ant
that that gem has come to rival the dia-
mond in popularity.
Tue stone first came to the notice Of
the jewellers several months ago, when
q leading Chicago firm received from
miner operating In Mexico about TWEEN
ty specimens, which, the miner said, be
had discovered while searching for opals.
Their appearance at first was not such
as to attract particular attention, but
upon icing treated an astonishing beauty
Hoped While in the rough some OF
bore the appearance of small snail
settes They varied from the size OF a
French pea to that Of an ordinary h1cK-
DRY nut.
in shape they were hemispherioal. The
appearance of the round part resem bled
that Of translucent quartz, ana IN tne
tire Of the fiat side daiptily oolored
nod ule WAS seen. Over this nodule the
substances Of the stone appeared to be
laid in strata. In accordance with the
reqU est Uf the man who sent II the
stones, an immediate and thorough OK
animation WAS made, and to the surprise
of the men engaged in this work, they
were Jourd to be gems OF great beauty:
After the upper side had been polished
the nodule was distinctly in evidence,
azd almost Invariably appeared dusky
red in color.
The eye-like center was not well de-
fined in some of the stones, but III al
most every instance it was noticeable
that the coloring matter was clouded
eorcss the entire stone. A striking faa-
ture was the remarkable resem blance to
an ere of the csnter of each stone. and 1t
Is this f9ct which caused Edward =.
Smith, the Chicago diamond expert who
examined them, to give them a name.
He declared that a stone of this sort
should certainly be dubbed "Cyclops,
and CycIops it has been christened.
Following the examination by the
Chicago expert, specimen of the new
gems was sent to George f. Kunz, the
well known diamond expert. who in
dorsed all that hao previously been said,
Tie men who had the stones in churge
then sent Mr.. Smith to Europe to sub
NIT specimens to several continental ex-
perts. Each Of these gentlemen highly
praised tho stones, and at once classed
them as gems of high order.
AS result of this investigation and
eneral approval, an effort is now being
Quietly made in Mexico to locate the ex-
act source of this sort of gem, and to as
ertain whether enough Of them can be
found TO yield fairly continuous sup
ply. -Washington Star.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
By Jesse Peterson. President. dec25d2w

NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN that the sub
~ scribers have been duly appointed
executors of the will OF
WILLIAM W. THOMAS, late of Portland.
In the County of Cumberland, deceased. and
have taken upon themselves that trust by
giving bonds as the law directs. All persons
having demands upon the estate OF said de-
ceased, are required to exhibit the came; and
all persons indebted to said estate are called
upon TO make payment to
WILLIAM "; THOMAS, JR., Executors.
ELIAS THOMAS,
Portland. Jan. 6, 1897. janSd1 aw3wF*
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
"His e xcellency."
The Sherwood, Jan. s. 1897.

To the Editor Of the Press,
If any one is entitled to bear this title
it is our esteemed fellow citizen, Gov.
Cleaves. He retires from the Executive
chair with distinguished honors, bearing
the good will of all parties and persons,
and, what is a rare thing, is even more
popular than when he assumed his
official functions. But neither he nor
any other Maine Governor is properly to
be designated as His Excellenoy."
That, in Massachusetts,, Is legally pre-
scribed, but not SO IN Maine.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
NOTICE OLE LEGISLATION.

NOTICE is hereby given that the United. In
" durated Fibre Company OF New Jersey
will apply to the next Legislature for authority
10 transmit compressed air or electrical power
by proper underground eonduits or overhead
appliances, from its point of generation at its
water privilege at Great Falls, on the Presump-
scot river. in the county of Cumberland, through
Gorham. Westbrook and Deering TO and into
the City OF Portland, with the right to generate,
sell, distribute aud supply such power in the
territory aforesaid, for Manufacturing and other
lawful purposes.
UNITED INDURATED FIBRE co.
of New jersey.
Rv Jesse Peterson, President. dec25d2w
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
women,s Literary Union.


The third open meeting Of the Women's
Literary Union, will be held in Pine
street church, this afternoon at three
o. CLOCK.
The topics for the day are Science and
Economics, the meeting being under the
special charge Of Miss Caroline Gould,
Miss Rose NJ. Giles, Mrs. E. Leslie
Barker. The programme for the after
noon is:
Introduction,
Miss Annie c. Husssy.
A bit CT Color,
Miss Alice l. Evans.
II Changed Conditions,
Miss Susan J. Mantle.
Mans Inheritance,
Mrs Herbert j. Patterson
Musio-Across the Dee. Whitney Coomb
ISIS Tarbcx.
The Civic League.
Mrs. G. A. Hight
Music-Morning, Ethelbert Nevins
Miss Tarbox.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
Maine Academy of Medicine.

a The 10th meeting of the Maine Academy
of Medicine and Science will occur Mon
day evening at 1880 at the Maine Ego and
Ear Infrmary. DR.. e. M. Fuller of Bath
will have the paper Of the evening, which
will be followed by discussion by Drs.
A. l.. 6tanwood OF Canton, B. =. Sturgis
of Auburn, S. J. Bassford Of Biddeford,
S. P. Warren, II. II. Brock and j: B.
O'Neil of Portland. A collation. will be
served at g. 80.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
Portland Bene VIOLENT Society,

The annual address before the Port
land Benevolent Society will be delivered
tomorrow evening at the First Parish
church at 73O by Rev. C. W. Parsons,
d. d., of the Chestnut street Method ist
church.
A collection will be taken in aid of
the Society.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
RELIEF SIX HOURS

Distressing Kidney and Bladder diseases
1leieved in six hours by the NEW ,GRE "a
SOUTH AMERICAN KIDNEY CURE. The
of its exceeding promptness in relieving
pain in the bladder, kidneys. back and every
part OF the urinary passages in male OF fe,
male. 1t relieves retention OF wafer ana
pain in passing it almost Immediately. Ii
you want quick relief and cure this IS your
remedy Sold by G. j. GUPPfGo., Drug
eist. s63 Congress st. Portland, NE.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
OBITUARY..
William Kilby.

William Kilby, who was for many years
well known carpenter of this city, died
at his home, 81 Cushman street, Thurs
Gay evening. He had been i'll for several
days. Mr.. Kilby was rs years of age and
leaves widow and one daughter Miss
Grammar school
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
RHEUMATISM CURED IN A DAY.

mystic Cure" for rheumatism and Neural
gia radically cures in to DAYS. Its action
upon the system Is remarkable and mysterious.
It removes at once the cause ana the disease
Immediately disappears. The first dose greatly
benefits. Sold by G. H. Guppy & Co., drug
gsts, 463 Congress street, Portland.
Oct22Tu, Th&Satnrm
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
Marvellous Results.

From a letter writer by Rev J. Gun
derman, of Dimondale, Mich, we are
permitted to make this extract: p" have
no hesitation in recommending Dn
Kings New Discovery, as the results
were almost marvellous in the case OF my
wife. While was pastor of the Baptist
church at Rives junction she was
brought down with Pneumonia succeed.
ing La Grippe. Terrible paroxysmss OF
interruption, and it seemed as if she
could not survive them. A friend recon-
mended Dr. Kings New Discovery; it
was quick in it's work and highly salts
factory in results - Trial bottles free
at Fl. P. S. Goods Drug Store. Regu-
lar size SOC. and $1.00 577 Congress
street, under Congress Square Hotel.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
Hucklen's Arnlca salve.

RR9sa Bf FsssT sofs letter 's dnappsd
Hands, Chilblains, Corns.and all Skin
Eruptions and positively cures Piles, or
no pay required. 1t is guaranteed to give
perfect satisfaction or money rsfun ded.
Price 25 cents per box. For sale by H. p.
S. Goo1d, SIT Congress ST., under Con-
gress Square Hotel.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09
Maine Postmaster.

Washington, January as. E. Thayer
has been appointed postmaster at Benny
Eagle, Woe Alphonso q. Davis, resigned.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09

Lydia e. Pink
hams Vegetable Compound" is the
unfailing cure for this trouble. II
strengthens the proper muscles, and
displacement with all it's horrors will
40 more crush you.
Backache, dizziness, fainting, "bear'
inc-down," disordered stomach, mood.
uess, dislike of friends and society-au
symptoms of the ono cause-wil be
quickly dispellcas and YOU will again
ba free.
The Portland daily press., 1897-01-09

To CURE COLD IN ONE DAY
Take laxative Bremo Quinine Tablets All drug
Ftsts refund the money Ii 1t fails to cure
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09
ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE
FEEBLE.

So long as the failing embers OF vitality
are capable OF being re-kindled into a
warm and genial glow, just so long there
is hope for the weak and emaciaSed in
valid. Let him not. therefore. despond.
hut derive encouragement from this, and
from the further fact that there is a re-
storative most potent in renewing the
delapidated powers OF a broken down sys-
tenn. Yes. thanks 70 it's uneNampled
tonic virtues, Hostetter's Stomach Bit
tiers Is daily reviving strength in the
bodies and hope in the minds Of the
feeble and nervous. Appetite refreshing
sleep. the acquisition Of flesh and color,
are blessings attendant upon the repara-
tive processes which this priceless lnviE-
GRANT speedily initiates and carries tn
conclusion. Digestion is re-
stored. the blood fertil!zed and susten-
ance afforded 10 each nfe-sustaining or
gan by the bitters, which is inoffensive
even to the feminine palate. vegetable
IN composition and thoroughly safe.
Use 1t and retain vigor.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

the Journal is mfomc: that British cap
i,alists have secured all the rights and
property Of the now Panama Canal COM
pauy. organized with capital Of 6NoA-
o0 francs, on the ruins OF the old he
Lesseps corporation.
Inspired and cncourased by the Down
in, street cabinet and acting directly
in harmony with the British torcigu
policy. as Dictated by Sir Joseph cham
herlain. these financial s,raoSists have
secured seven years extension ot the
Colombian grant which will expire ou
October ~ 1871
This r,newal was secured from Colcm-
bia, 1t is declared, by means that will
not bear investigation
The fiscal agent OF British syndicate
named Farquharsou, had been diplomat
lcally at work in Bogota for nearly a
year to prevent amy renewal OF the sub
vcutIon to the French by the Colombian
governmcnt His efforts were crowned
with success; then. having the French
company az his mercy, FarQuhauon
made terms by which the great English
syndicate behind him secures an the
working property otJhe prosen, corpora
tion and controlling interest in its
stock.
similar tactics were employed 20 wrest
the control OF the Suez canal from It's
French constructors. The English will
thus have absolute control OF the 18TH
mus OF Panama!
Owning the Panama railroad, as they
viii. they can limit its use in time OF war
to military purposes, This road was built
by Americans and with American cap
ital
English capitalists being in possession
OF another vantage point from which
they can strike at the trade OF the
United States, the British government,
may be confidently expected to fortify
Colon and Panama TO protect the in
terests OF its commerce"
Thus will be established two more out.
posts in the GORDON OF fortified colonies
England is slowly but surely drawing
around the coast lines of the United
States
To Halifax, the Bermudas, the Baha-
mas. ST. Lucia, Jamaica and Vancou-
yer will be added Colon and Panama.
The Atlantic entrance to the canal is
commanded by the English colony OF
Jamaica, whose military post, Port Royal,
is barely % hours steaming from Colon.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

When Portland starts out to have
show or give an entertainment she always
does it we'll The big fair to be held by
the Manufacturers Association, COM
neneing September . win not be an ex-
eeptiOn to the rule The various railroad
companies. headed by the o. r, & ".
have done the handsome thing by making
one fare for the round trip from all
points in the state. Portland merchants
and business men are working with their
coats Oft to make the fair the most at
tractive one ever known in Oregon. There
viii be complete and thorough redec-
oration and Encouragement Of the expo
sition building, and the exhibits will Be
varied, interesting and representative of
every section of the state. The Astoriau
predicts a successful entertainment in
every respect and extends its best wishes
TO Portland in the enterprise.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

In connection with the coming French
exposition Secretary of Agriculture VIII
son hopes TO develop plan by which the
breeding Of horses for use in the cavalry
OF European armies will be encouraged.
The demand for horses for army use is
very great in Europe The French gov
ernment sent an army officer to the
United States some time ago to learn
how far horses could be drawn from
this country for the French cavalry and
artillery. The report was most favorable
to American breeding and to the abun-
dani supply Recently the needs nf
England in her military operations in
Asia and Africa have led her to look
10 Argentina for cavalry horses. ana the
first consignment Of 500 Argentine horses
left Buenos Ayres this month for British
military service at Cape Town. So far
no steps have been taken by this govern
ment to foster the trade for American
horses. but Mr.. Wilson Is considering the
ACCESSIBILITY of sending abroad an expert
VINO will investigate the needs OF the
cavalry Of Europe with a view Of meet
ing this need with American-bred horses
1t will doubtless stimulate horse breeding
at a time when that busines has suffered
much through the inroads Of electricity
and the bicycle.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

press dispatch from New York says
real prosperity has at last struck that
city in earnest, and the laboring man
knows all about it, for he has already
begun to reap his harvest. There is en-
ployment now for nearly all, and, though
wages have not greatly increased, pay
envelopes are fatter, because artisons
work six days a week instead OF half
time, as many did six months ago. 1t
is estimated by labor statisucians, men
who keep track Of the labor demand as
closely as Wan street watches the mar
ket, that not over per cent Of the work
ing class is now in idleness. Six months
ago between IS and 40 per cent OF the
toilers was out of work, and in the dead
of winter probably every other man who
depends on his muscle 10 earn his live
lihood was without steady employment.
There were then nearly 10000 dependent
on friends or charity, or drawing their
little savings to get bread for themselves
and their families Today less than loOyO
in the Greater New York are out of
work and some Of these are Of the shift
less class who would not work under
any circumstances. The chief factor
in bringing about the demand for labor
is the renewal in building operations.
From the records Of the building depart |
ment it appears that over 100 structures, |
each costing $4,000 or more, are in course
Of construction. In addition there are
many smaller buildings being erected, not
only in that city, but in Brooklyn and |
the suburbs. This is the record of today, |
and the future promises even a brighter
condition.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

All communications intended for publ.
cation should be directed TO the ,ditor
Business communications OF all kinds
and remittanees must be addressed TO
"The Astorian."
The Astoriau guarantees to i,s sub
scribers the largest circulation OF any
newspaper published on the Columbia
river.
Advertising rates can be had on appli-
cation to the business manager.
The Weekly Astorian. the second old
est weekly in the state OF Oregon. has.
next to the Portland oregohian. the
largest weekly circulation In the state.
Joht F. Handley Co. are our Portland
agents, and copies of the Astorian can
be had every morning at their sand.
l9a Third street
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

A new river service has heen inaugu'
rated between Astoria and Rainier. ore.
gon. including all intermediate landings
The fine steamer Pilgrim" Captain A
L. Brazee. viii make round trips daily
except Sunday, leaving RainIer at 5:9l
a. m. reaching Astoria at 1890. landing
at the Fourteenth street wharf. ard de.
parting on her return at 30. Prompt
time and the best service Is guaranteed
for both passengers and freight.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09
NOTICE To TAXPAYERS,

The board OF equalization for Clatsop
county. Oregon. will meet at the court
house on September 9Th and daily there
after until october 5rd 10 publicly examine
the assessment roll FOR the year 1897 and
correct all errors in valuation. description
or qualities Of land, lots or other property.
and it shall be the duty OF all persons in
terested to appear at that time and place
for the purpose OF correcting any errors
that may appear in said assessment rolls.
c. W. CARNAHAN. Assessor
Astoria. Oregon, Sept. 4, 1897.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

If you have ever seen little child in
a paroxysm Of whooping cough. or II you
have been annoyed by constant tickling
in the throat, you can appreciate the
value Of one Minute Cough Cure, which
gives quick relief Charles Rogers.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

My boy came home from school
one day with his hand badly laoeraJed
and bleeding, and suffering great pain. -
says Mr.. E. j. Shall. with Meyer Bros.
Drug Co. ST. Louis, Mo. Il dressed the
wound and applied ChamberlaIn's Pain
Balm Freely. All pain ceased. and In
a remarkably short time It healed with
out leaving a scar. For wounds, spraIns,
swelllngs and rheumatism know Of no
medicine or prescription equal to It, con-
slider 1t a household necessity" The 25
and 80 cent sizes for sale by Estes-C Conn
Drug Co.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

Running sores, indolent ulcers and sim
liar troubles, even though Of many years
standing, may be cured by using Dewitts
Witch Hazel salve. 1t soothes, strength
ems and heals 1t is the great pile cure.
Charles Rogers.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09
Before
Retiring....

take Ayers Pills, and YOU will
sleep better and wake in better
condition for the days work.
Ayers Cathartic Pills have no
equal as a pleasant and effect
ual remedy for constipation,
biliouSness, SICK headache, and
all liver troubles. They are
sugar-eoated, and so perfectly
prepared, that they cure with
out the annoyS cces experienced
in the use of so many Of the
pills on the market, Ask your
druggist for Ayers Cathartic
Pills. When other pills won't
help you, Ayers is
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

Isn't 1t peculiar that the most fasndi-
Gus individuals in the matter OF bath
rooms in their residences Will put up
with the most barbaric accommodations
in bath rooms at the seashore.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

No man or woman can enjoy life or ac-
complIsh much in this world while suffer-
ing from a torpid liver. DeWitt's Little
Early Risers, the pills that cleanse that
organ, quickly. Charles Rogers.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

When going East travel on the North
ern Pacific Railway. Quick time and the
only line running dining cars. Train
leaves Portland daily at II o'clock a. m.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

a fluffy rufle for long slender throats
is called the "Yyette Gullbert" and has
made its appearance among the novel
ties in neckwear.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09
THE PILL THAT WILL.

Lace insertions are sometimes edged
with very tiny ruehes in black and white.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

Northern Pacific railroad trains leave
Portland daily at II o'clock a. m. for
Tacoma, Spokane, and the East Close
connection made at Spokane for Ross
land, Nelson. Sandow and British Co
.umbia mining camps For maps and
Information call on or address
c. W. STONE,
Astoria. Or.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

Is there anything more awful than the
woman who delights 10 tell Of her ac-
cumulated and aggravated ailments
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

II men were employed at the central
telephone Offices we would get a great
many more saucy answers than we do
now.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

Many young fathers who revel In the
idea that the new baby Is peach are very
thankful that 1t is not a pair
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

The crank who IS anxious for the fam
is an understudy for an angel.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

THIS HALLWAY COMPANY
Operates It's trains on the famous block
system.
Lights It's trains by electricity through
out;
Uses the celebrated electric berth read.
ing lamp;
Runs splcndidy equipped passenger
trains overy day and night between
. st. Paul and Chicago; tho
CHICAGO. MILWAUKEE, & ST. PAUL
Also operates steam-heated vestibuled
trains, carrying the latest private COM
pnrtment cars, library buffet smoking
cars. and palace drawing room sIeepers.
Pnrlor cars, free reclining chair cars and
the very best dining car service.
For lowest rates to any point in the
United States or Canada, apply 10
ticket agent. or address
G. J. EDDY. General Agent,
]. w. CASEY. T. p. A.
Portland, Oregon.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

There seems 10 b. a special Gend tnat
prompts the serving Of raw oysters oE
hot plates.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

Chamberlaln's Collie, Cholera and Disr-
rhpa Remedy always affords prompt re-
lief For sale by Estes-Conn Drug Co.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

How few women come home genuinely
rested after their summer outing.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09
ENGLAND AND THE PANAMA CANAL

The New York Journal says English
capital may undertake the completion of
the Panama canal, in order to insure
British control of the waterway to the
Pacific.
From source that it wholly credible"
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1897-09-09

"A vanity album IS the term given 10
a collection Of ones own photographs