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The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
New Oyster Discoveries.

Whatcom parties have discovered
the location Of beds Of deep water oys-
tiers as large and as luscious as those
III the famous beds in the East. The
oysters are in all respects similar to
those found in the East, and so differ
ent from the small Sound oyster that
the find has created much excitement
among She few oystermen who know
of the beds.
Fish Commissioner Little has issued
permits to the discoverers empower
ing them to develop the beds, and will
take immediate steps tor the forma-
ton of oyster boards for Whatcom
and Skagat counties. The last legis-
lature provided for oyster boards who
are to take charge of the natural beds
and see that they are kept only for
seed purposes.
The location OF the oyster beds is
kept secret by the discoveries, but Fish
Commissioner Little was given the
particulars on his recent trip OF in
spection to the fish hatchery at Baker
Lake. Speaking Of the oyster find he
said to a Tacoma Ledger writer:
"Thc new oyster beds are located in
from three to five fathoms of water.
The Puget Sound oyster that we are
familiar with is found on shell beds
that are exposed at low tide. They
are very small, but after one learns to
like them are considered superior to
the Eastern variety. The new oys-
tiers are in every way similar to the
Eastern oysters. They are found in
beds similar to those OF the East and
can only be secured by dredging. I
have issued permits to the Whatcom
parties to begin work on their discov-
cry. and they will have some of their
oysters on exhibition at the coming
fishery convention to be held here on
December %. The law gives me the
right to issue licenses to discoveries
and for scientific purposes.
con Samish point, in Whatcom
County, they have discovered some
valuable oyster beds, and I shall take
steps at once to have them surveyed.
AS soon as that is done an oyster board
will be organized for Whatcom and
Skaglt Counties and the State will
look out for the natural beds. Grounds
Will be sold for the purpose OF estab-
fishing oyster grounds, but the origin
al bed will be kept intact for seed pur-
poses."
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

The safe by Sheriff Billings. las'
Saturday, of the realty and personal
of E. T. Young and wife on a
judgment obtained by the Land Mort
gage Bank of Northwestern America
revive some thoughts of by-gone days
which may.not be deypid of public in
terest-
The realty includes the old historic
hotel property, corner of Second and
Main streets, owned in pioneer days
by Sylvester & Williams, from whom
it passed into the possession OF Silas
Galliher and was known as the Wash
ington hotel, etilllt was acquired by
Mr.. Young nearly three decade ago,
when it was known for time as The
New England hotel, afterwards assum-
ing Mr.. Young's name by which 1t
has ever since been known. No build
ing in the State possesses so many re-
miniscepces of pioneer life as this relic
of the past. 1t was here that old
time lawmakers had their home and
in which the only court of justice IN
the Territory was held. The first Leg
islature met in the building adjoining,
and were housed across the passage by
mine host Edmund Sylvester. It was
here that the memorable event Of the
arrest of Judge Lander's court occur
red pending the declaration of martial
law by Gov. Stevens. The court was
holding a session in one of the lower
halls of the venerable pile, when Max
on's company of volunteers marched
in with bayonets set, took the Judge
| from the bench and incarcerated him
in the Territorial Library room, which
then occupied building about where
Noschka's saloon now stands. Here,
too, in Washington hall, (the upper
story of the ell On Second street, now
partitioned into bedrooms) occurred
about all the social happenings Of the
little village-the ball, the fairs, the
soirees, the shows, confined entirely to
local "talent," amid which General
Jack Rags Grecian Statues" doomed
into wonderful significance. All pub
lie meetings and political gatherings
were likewise held in Washington hall,
and it was not relegated to other uses
until Columbia hall entered the field
as rival, early in the Seventies. -
Olympia Standard.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

IL
OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR MASON
COUNTY.
FRANCES JACKSON, Plaintiff !
EDWARD MILLER, SARAH M. MILLER,
his wife, FRANK Fl. HARDwICK, (un- mo. 494
married. GEORGE S, BUSH, and LOUIE
Bush, his b is, wife VII - Defendants
issued out of the Superior Court of the State
OF Washington holding terms at Shelton In and
for Mason County, on the End day Of December
a. D. 1897, and to me directed and delivered for
Judgment rendered in said court in the above
entitled cause on the 23rd day of November. A.
d. 1897, in favor of Frances Jackson and against
Edward Miller and Sarah M Miller, and each of
them, for the sum of Twelve Hundred, thirty
seven and so 100 t$1z37 SOL Dollars, with interest
at the rate of twelve per cent per annum until
paid, and costs OF suit amounting to the sum of
twenty-five and $1,000 (s25.50) Dollars, together
with costs of sale; which judgment is judg-
ment of foreclosure of certain mortgage in
which judgment the saleis ordered of thefollcw-
ing described premises, situate, lying aud being
in the County OF Mason, State Of Washington,
to-wit:
All of Section No Ten Q0 in Township No
Twenty (20) North of Range No. Two ~ west of
Willamette Meridian, containing Five Hundred
ana Twenty (520) acres of land, be the sam e more
or less, according to Government survey; ex-
cepting one ID acre of land heretofore sold and
conveyed by parties of the first part herein, for
school house purposes, from the Northwest cor
ner OF Lot One ~ of said Section Ten Q0) here
inbefore described.
Together with all and singular the tenements,
heredtaments and appurtenances thereunto be-
longing.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That on the
18th day of January A. d. 1898, at 10 o'clock in
the forenoon of said day, will sell the above
described premises, or so much thereof as may
be necessary to satisfy said Judgment besides all
costs, interest and accruing costs.
The sale will take place at the front door of
the court house. at Shelton, in the County of
Mason, State of Washington, at public auction
for cash in hand to the highest and best bidder.
Dated at Shelton, Mason County, State of
Washington, December 2nd, A. d. 1897.
s. CALDWELL,
Sheriff of Mason County, Washington
HARRISON BosTwICK Atty for Plaintiff, Seat
tie, Wash.
Dec I'd 1897 -5w
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
The Crime Consists in Getting Caught.

We have gotten to point in public
affairs where it is no longer crime to
lie and steal; the only crime consists
In getting caught. If a more healthy
public sentiment is not engendered
we fear for the very principles of re-
publican government. In nearly every
state in the Union, every large city, in
Vulnerable numbers of counties
schools and municipalities have been
fieeced by custodians of the public
funds and every year the roll of dis
honor is getting longer. The practice
is not confined to party or reed and
the question naturally arises, what is
the cause and romedyif any? Observ-
ing people will have noticed that near
~ every man who has been in official
life for term of years in state, coun-
ty and municipality has retired from
from his place financial wreck. 1t
Will not be contended that the public
90 not pay high enough salaries. be-
cause the failures among those who
draw thousands are at least equal to
those who receive hundreds of dollars
Longer terms and ineligibility for re-
election might solve the question and
an accounting of the amounts spent
IN securing the Office. At any rate
students of political economy can find
a profitable field for study in this
question and it is a high time they
were at it.-White River Journal.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
Tim Der Land Notice for Publication
UNITED STATES LAND OFFICE,

UNITED STATES LAND OFFICE
Olympia, Wash, Dec. 9th, 1897,
No is hereby given, that in compliance
June 3, 1878, entitled San act for the sale of tim
Der lands in the States of California, Oregon,
Neyada and Washington Territory
MARTH A. HORTON
OF South Tacoma, County of Pierce, State of
Wash. has this day filed in this Office her sworn
statement No. 472, for the purchase of the Sw14,
of Section No, 8, in Township No. "a N, Range
No. 3 w. and will offer proof to show that the
land sought is more valuable for its timber or
stone than for agricultural purposes, and to
establish her claim to said land before the Reg
ister and Receiver of this office at Olympia,
Wash. on Thursday the 10th day of Marcf 1898.
She names as witnesses Augustus L. Brough,
OF Ofting, Wash Charles Stearns, Jay w. Policy,
Elva A. 2 Obey, all of Tacoma Wash.
Any and all persons cl aiming adversely the
above desc ribed lands are requested to file their
claims in his office or before said 10th day of
March, 1895.
FRANK G. DECKEBACH, Register.
Dee, mich. a.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

PERHAPS the biggest of the "Miss-
lng letter" swindles is that conducted
by The "Woman's World" which is
literally coming money from this
section, and presumably from other
parts OF the country, and the postal
department has not stepped in too
soon to save people who bite at anoth-
er,s scheme to get something for
nothing.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

After bearing some friends continu-
ally pralsing Chamberlain's Collie,
Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy, Curtis
Fleck, OF Anaheim, California, pur-
chased a bot.le of it for his own use
and is now as enthusiastic over its
wonderful work as anyone can be.
The 70 and 80 cent sizes for sale by
all druggists.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

In III SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE
OF WASHINGTON, FOR THE COUNTY OF
MASON
ELIZABETH L. BAoHMAN, plaintiff,
STEPHAN MELCHIoR and
MELCHIOR, his wife, unknown If
any; and all persons, unknown, If
any, having or claiming to have No 52S
any title or interest in Lots One and
Two; and the East half OF the North
West quarter of Section 10, Town
ship % North, Range One West, w.
NJ. Defendants.
The State of Washington TO the said Stephan
MelchiOr and MelchiOr his wife, unknown
If any; and all persons, unknown if any, having
or claiming to have any title or interest in Lots
one aud two; and the East half of the North
West quarter of Section 49, Township % North,
Range one West, w. NJ Defendants.
You are hereby summoned to appear within
sixty f6O days after the date of the first publica-
ton OF this summons, tOWit; within sixty fGO)
days after the 18th day Of November, 1897, and
defend the above entitled action in the above
entitled Court, and answer the complaint of the
plaintiff and serve copy of your answer upon
the undersigned attorney for plaintiff, at his
office below stated; and in case of your failure
so to do, judgment will be rendered against you
according to the demand of the complaint,
which has been filed with the Clerk OF said
Court. The object of the above entitled action
is TO foreclOSe mortgage executed by defend
ant Stephan Melchior to plaintiff ON above de-
dred dollars and interest thereon at the rate of
ten per cent per annum from March Ii, 1894;
and interest on $40. from Sept Is, 1894: and in
terest on $10 from March Is, 1896: $780, attorneys
fees; $32. for taxes and costs of action. Dated
November g. 1897.
FRANK P. LEWIS,
Plaintiffs ATTORNEY.
Nnx ,lv D. u, toe
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
A Six.mOnthS' Bride Divorced.

Lizzie Williams, bride of SIX
months, had a hairbreadth escape
in the form of a Divorce this morning
from Herbert B. Williams. She APP
peared in Judge Jacobs Court asking
relief on the round of failure to pro-
vide and cruel treatment. Villa ms
has also deserted her. but the statute
requires before divorce may be
granted an abandonment of one year.
Mrs. Williams, as the court remarked,
did not make strong case in her own
behalf. She testified that Williams
had earned some money as a school
teacher and farmer, probably 500 in
the six months, and had given her
none. He brought her to this city
from Shelton and instead of providing
home took her to his mothers house
on Eighth Avenue. The mother-in-
law, in the husbands absence, advised
her to seek employment as house serY-
ant and she is now working at the
home of Hon. John p. Fay, who was a
witness in her behalf. Judge Jacobs
had previously remarked that as
Christmas is here he would be glad to
make somebody happy and being in
that frame of mind the escape occur
red. Mrs. Williams is a sad-faced and
innocent looking woman of 10 SUM
mers.-Seatt1e Times.
The Christmas entertainment and
gift distribution was quite a success
full affair, considering the work at
tached and the usual confusion in such
gatherings. The committee perform
ed its duties faithfully, and none of
the children were forgotten. The mill
| idea was something new, and afforded
extra amusement. The distribution
was preceded by brief progr am,
prayer by L. L. Hunter, address by
Rev. Covington, and four songs by
classes from the public school. A
large tree was provided tor the public,
which yielded some nice presents for
the older ones. Many trees were pro-
vided in the different homes and the
Shelton children were well provided
for this year.
| A FINE RANCH AT A BARGAIN-Some
one who wants bargain, can find
one that can't be beat in a Hartstine
Island ranch. If you are interested
call and see for yourself or leave word
at the JOURNAL. Office.
A. E. COwAN.
This is not my homestead but an
other place near by
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

Mr.. G. NJ. Dixon, a we'll known mer-
chant OF Pleasant Ridge, Fulton Co.
Pa. has a little girl who is frequently
threatened with Group, but when the
first symptoms appear, his wife gives
her Chamberlain's Cough Remedy,
which always affords prompt relief.
The % and so cent sizes for sale by
all druggists.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
Marvellous Effects

c.A...o Ern',en Down and Hope AZ
t,cose Abandoned - Heaitn ne
stored 10y HOODS sarsapar''ia'
For fifteen years have suffered WIN
catarrh and indigestion and my Whoie
srsteu, was broken downss had almost
Abandoned any hope Of recovery. pur-
cba~ed six bottles OF Hoods Sarsaparlila
end lis effects have been marvellous. IL
hos njoae me feel like new man. am
able 10 sleep we'll, have a good appetlte'
end I have gained several pounds Ii
T-eioh4.,, JAMES WILDER, Oroville, Wash.
oT had p scrofrIa swelling on one side
IF NV necl, and liberated sores in my
nostrilg. caused by catarrh. l also hao
s-,au. itching sores on my limbs. l
bopght three bottles OF Hoods Sarsapa-
riI,a and began taking it and the sores
soon healed. Ny blood is purified, ana
the scrofuia has disappeared" y. u.
LfcMANUs, Mission, Washington.
Hoods s pafiiIa
Is the best-n fact the One True Blood Purifier.
Eo0ds Pills eHfe naassa rs Cents
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

NTANTED-SEVERAL FAITHFUL MEN OR
w Women to travel for responsible establish
ed house in Washington. Salary $3.50, payable
SIS weekly and expenses Position permanent.
Reference Enclose self-addressed stamped en-
velope. The National, Star Building, Chicago.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
Baskets and Comins,
LAND OFFICE AT OIL YMPIA WAsE

LAND OFFICE AT OIL YAfPIA. WASH.J
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his Intention
to make final proof in support of his claim. and
tnat sald proof will be made before Grant G.
angie, Y. >; Comr. at Shelton, Wash, on Fri
AXEL r. LINDVALL.
OF Twana, Wash. HID No. 993. for The M Sol
ana Lots and z Sec. 80, Up. % n. R. wv. Ne(''
ne names the following witnesses to prove
MS cc1tlnuous residence upon and cultivation
OF said land, viz: Ole O. Storem. John Cart Cart
wright, w. t. Budding all of Twana, Paul John
son, Of Union City. ''''A
F. G. DEcKEBAcH, Register
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
LAND OFFICE AT OLYMPIA. WASH,

xY.. :. Dec. 18th 1897
M you, Is hereby, given that the following
naed se5sler mas filed notice of his intention to
1 hake maj proof In support OF his claim. and
that SAID proof will be made before Grant c.
angie, U. ): Comr. at Shelton Wash. on Friday.
Jan, 21st, 1897, viz: 0ii l iu"''
FREDERICK VIM LANCE.
OF Dewatto, Wn. HID. No. 351, for the. Ne1< Soc.
y, TIP. Is. N.R.2W. "a '00'
he names the following witnesses to prove his
Soin ~ residence upon and cultivation of
S Mi ,anu, VIZ. Z. Bennetson, Frank Claassen,
"m Mathes, Ben Carl, all of Dewatto, Wn.
FRANK G. DEcREBAcH, Register
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

A high-grade Sewing machine at
low price would be a splendid Chist-
mas present for your wife. Try this
off ce. Also a 500 bicycle for $40.
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
Summons for Publication.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE
OF WASHINGTON, FOR THE COUNTY OF
MASON
ELIZABETH E. BACHMAN, plaintiff,
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31
Notice OF Sheriff'S Sale.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE
OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR MASON
COUNTY.
FRANCES JACKSON, Plaintiff !
The Mason County journal. [volume] (Shelton, W.T.) 1886-1927, 1897-12-31

Plaintiffs Attorney.
P. o. Address, 515 New York Building, Seattle,
King County, Washington.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-05-16
In Wall Street.

New York May l5.-Chicago Gas and Su- gar compFised' one third of the total trade on the stock e&change today. The dealings were about equally divided between them. There was so' little to encourage selling in Chicago Gas that the motive for it must be attributed to doubts as to the value of the stock being equal to the price. There was evidences of heavy liquidation based on apprehension, that, the consolidation measure Will fat ia the Illinois legislature and with it the arrangement for division of territory with a rival. company. Stop orders were reached on the way down, sagging market Sugar also showed weak ness through. pending procsedings against members of the company for contempt of CTS also were sdbjected. to special attacks of of the the market Theee was as little "eouS encoer
 don market, where Americans were largely neglected and prices were weak. There was manifst apprehension. also as to what phase the Cuban question may have taken on by the time trading is resumed on Mon- day. The impression prevailed that the in- tentions of the administration towards Cuba were In a formative state, with pos- sibility of taking on an. aggressive tone.
 The anthracite ,eoalers. displayed frmness due to covering of shorts over Sunday and only trivial changes occurred in their prices The, Gould shares also manifest ed continuance of the strength they dis played yesterday, but 1t did not outlast the day and their prices declined in the latter dealings involving them in net losses. There was a general covering. movement at the close of the session which rallied prices slightly nearly all through thelst from k to % per cent. from. the lowest Prices gen. orally of securities are substantially lower than a week ago. but there have not been lacking encouraging features in the trading
 The subsistence of the fears engendered by the war between Turkey and Greece led to a notable revival of activity in the for eign markets for securities, and although Americans were given less attention than other securities. theirtprices in London im- proved and there were many thousand shares bought in the New York market for foreign account. The subsistence of buying from this quarter was probably due to New York's persistent faii.fre. to refiezct the con fidence of foredgners in Apperican securities. Commission brokers lay Stress upon the deaiings jn brIcket ,ehops; t. account for the loss of fntefsst by the outsidA public and the stock exchange is: trying to stamp out burkst shpDk by l&eaf proceedings and to withhold the duotations from fhem from the public, at laree That the balance of in- ternatiohal rnerchapdise credits ws4 affect ed by the recents heaxy import movement is shown by the AprH G4de sfateenent which reports an exces9 af uuporta of rnerchansa disc over expbtts Sk ieeS:Ea fksS Sss il-iss l;.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-05-16
Go to Hawkins Springs Sum- day, 10 cents for round trip.
Big reductions are in force in our Millinery Department. Caheen Bros.
QUEEN AND CRESCENT ROUTE.

Shortest and Quickest Line to Cincinnati
 Convenient Schedules to Louisville.
 The Ala bama Great Southern Railroad, with its connections, formerly the Queen and Crescent Route. is the shortest and quickest line from Birmingham to CiE- cinnati. A solid vestibuled train leaves Birmingham at 4:10 a. m. daily, carrying Pullman's handsomest dra wing-room sleeping cars to Cincinnati without change, arriving at Cincinnati 7:30 D. m Cafe and observation car on this train from Chattanooga to Cincinnati. Close connection a Lexington with chair ear for Louisville. arriving Louisville 8:15 D. n.
 The train leaving Birmingham at 4 :00 D.. m. carries elegant Pullman sleeping cars Birnngham to Cincinnati arriving Cln- 'elnnati 40 a. m. Pullman union sleeping cars Chat tanooga to Louisville on this trhin,arriving Louisville 500 a. m 's For Comfort and speed travel via the Queen and Crescent Route.
 t.y . sss..sa. c. M. BILLHEIER.r , 1 T lsSelins Psssenger Agent A. G. S. R. Frs No North, Twentieth St.
 l R. s.ls e4S. ks
Birmingham state herald., 1897-05-16
New York Cotton Market.

New York, May 15.-The cotton market was narrow and uninterestng today. The opening call showed a loss of 1 to poinss cables being disappointing and private weather andi crop news showing a bearing average. After Guetuating within a range of four points or less the market closed steady with prices finally showing a net gam of one point to net loss of one point Following the, strength shown by the epot department, a further advance of l-16c. was made on spot quotations
 Cotton-Quiet and firm middling, 77kc receipts ncne; forwarded, none; sales, 4S7 all spinners stcck, 169, ,S13.
 Today andoCG677 [ ! coneo naedR3 Vly
 Total today and consolidated: Net re- ceipts, 2S9O; exports to Great Britain, 3S5; to France, none; to the continent, S99S; stock, 400661
 Total since Sspt 1: Net receipts, G. 372; 672,&9; to the continent, 1,9S3.314; to the channel, 5,4S1. .
 -oC CCotton-Futures opened steady; sales. B. E0 bales. Opening prices: January, 6.90; February, 6.94; June TAI; July. 7.s5; August, 7.35; September, TOP; October, 6.S2; NoVeni- Der, 6.S2; December, 6.s5.
 Cotton-Futures- closed steady; sales, 36,0O0 bales. January 692; February, 696 March, zoo: May, s7.42; June, 7.43: July, 746 August, 7SS September, 7.04: October CSC; November, 6.s5; December, 6.SS.
 Cotton-Spot closed quiet and firm 1-16c advance; middlng gulf, Skc; middling up- lands, 77sc; sales, SAT bales. .-s
Birmingham state herald., 1897-05-16
Liverpool Cotton Market.

Liverpool, May, 15.-1 D. m.-Closing cot ton, dull; prices unchanged. American middling, 5-32d. The sales of the day were 6.000 bales, of which 800 were for specula- tion and export. and included $500 Ameri- can. Receipts, 16,000 bales, including 15500 American. q. t4.l'9 'l
 Futures opened quiet with fair demand, and closed steady at the decline. American middling L. M. C., May. 4.06; May and June. 4.O5. sellers; June and July, 404 value; July tember. 3.63 sellers September and October, 3s.56; October and November, 3.51:a Novem- Der and December, 3.49 sellers; December and January. 3.T@S4S buyers; January and February. BAT buyers; February and March, 34S sellers f5 -
Birmingham state herald., 1897-05-16
LEADERS.

Entire stock of watches, di- amonds, clocks, silver, bronzes, cut glass. jewelry, all will be leaders this month. Look all all over town, then come and compare prices. I can and will save you money.
 E. CHUCK, JeWeler,
 2Ol8 First Avenue.