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Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

AN EXTENSIVE EARTHQUAKE.-An
earthquake, shaking up a large ex-
panse of country, occurred Monday
afternoon. 1t was felt on the Atlantic
seaboard from New York to Georgia,
and as far interior of the continent as
Ohio. 1t was not a severe vibration,
but sufficient to arouse the liveliest
apprehensions in the minds of occu-
pants of high brick buildings. The
phenomenon lasted from ten seconds
to minute, according to reports that
are liable to be inaccurate from the
excitement which always attends such
rare and mighty manifestations of Ma.
lures power.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

GRADUALLY, sadly. remorsefully are
the Republicans settling down to the be-
lief that it was all mistake to elect Nc
Kinley President. AS yet not one OF
the many great promises for better
times have been fulfilled and deeper and
graver become the rumblings of discon-
tent in the land.-Er.
That is true; every word of it.
Still there are people who are willing
to be bit by the same snake a score of
times, if plentiful supply OF the can
tidote" is at hand. Little they care
what becomes of the country in the
meantime.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

The DIsPENsARY LAW ILLEGAL
Judge Simonton, of the u. S. Cir
cult Court, in Charleston, S. c., filed
Monday, decision restraining the
State from prohibiting the sale of
liquors bought within the State. This
decision, if sustained on appeal, will
render void the State Dispensary law.
1t is based upon the interstate COM
merce law, the court holding that the
right of importation comprehends the
right of sale.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
An Unnatural Mother.

The announced determination of
Mrs. Durrant to be- present at the exc
cuti"n of her son, on the llth inst. j.
in keeping with her conduct in the
court room during the memorable
trial. II l. SAID that neither OF the
parents manifested any emotion when
informed uf the decision Of Gov. Budd.
They expressed disappointment, but
neither gave way t" expressions OF
anger or tears. II Will lc remembered
that III the court room Mrs. Durrant
and her son manifested the most sto-
zeal indifference when the garments Of
the slain girl were exposed to the gaze
OF the jury and spectators; III fact,
they appeared to be the least con
ccrncd OF any of the throng. The
brutal remark of the mother, when
reference was made to Minnie Will
lani>, that Theodore need not associ-
ate with servant girls. lost for her the
sympathy OF many people at critical
time, and indicated the utter absence
OF that sympathy which every woman
under such circumstances should man.
ifest for her sex. 1t is only such 4 wo-
man that could have produced Il mon
ster like her murderous son, and it is in
keeping with her conduct that she be
a privileged visitor at the execution.
The only surmisc that affords any
excuse for the act is the suspicion of
the prison authorities that she may
have a plan whereby Durrant may be
afforded the means of self-destruction,
or that she intends to end his days by
a tragic act OF her own, to save him
from the ignominy of the scaffold. So
strong is this belief that the most
careful means will be taken to prevent
any such plan. She will be thoroughly
searched before admitted to the prison
up to the moment of execution.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

The annual exposition in Portland,
this year, is to differ from its prede-
cessors in one important particular,
inasmuch as nothing but Oregon
products will be placed in competition.
This rule will be rigidly enforced, and
it will, therefore, be complete exhibit
of the natural and mechanical re-
sources of the State. The Secretary
has list of over 400 articles made in
the State, and applications for space
under this regulation are already in
excess of the available capacity of the
building and grounds.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

AN English scientist says that
" thirst is merely lesion of the tenn
perosphenoidal lobe of the BRAIN"
Well, we are glad that it is settled at
last. The reason why men "tarry-
long" had been most perplexing
problem until this obliging savant SO
easily ran his pen through the knotty
perplexity. Now all a fellow has to do
to keep his New Years resolutions is
to prevent this "lesion" of his "tem-
perosphinoidal lobe"
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

MANY people feel that if the name
OF Duprey had been substituted for
Durrant in the sentence of the court
for execution on the 11th, the ends of
justice would have been equally we'll
subserved. Duprey has appealed the
Durrant case to the U. S. Supreme
Court, and hence the hangman's moose
has again been thrust aside. This
will give the arch-tiend lease of life
till near the close of the year.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

PASADENA, CAL, claims the palm for
being the most moral city in the
world, and states as support of the
claim that it has but one policeman
and no saloons. Well, Olympia is not
far behind her California sister hav-
ing but two regular policemen.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

A PLOT to rob the Portland post
Office, duplicating postal employees as
well as police officers, was discovered
last week, and several parties impli-
Gated are now undergoing examination
for trial.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

DUpREY, Durrant's leading attor-
ney, who is attempting to cheat the
gallows of its prey, has determined to
file petition for writ of habeas
corpus in the U. S. District Court, and
if the petition be denied, appeal to the
U. S. Supreme Court, which does not
meet till October.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

THE "COLD-WATER CURE" AT SAN
QUENTIN-A prison rebellion is in
progress in San Quentin, Cal. The
strike is for better and more food.
The other morning convicts refused to
work, and were placed in dungeons on
a bread and water diet. This aroused
their vindictive nature, and they began
making life burden by singing and
shouting. but the timely application
of stream of water from q hose line
soon dampened their ardor and it is
thought that the backbone of the re-
bellion has been broken.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
Date of first publication. June 4. 1897.
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
LAND OFFICE AT OLYMPIA, WAsH.,l
May 3d. 1897.

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
Receiver, at Olympia, Wash. on Saturday. June
II, 1897 viz: Ernest Fox, Of Yelm, Wash, Hid.
1880. for the N y NE 4, SW "a NE a, Sc 4
NV a Sec 10, TIP. I'm, RTE
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
of said land, viz: A. NJ. Harris, Edward Gray
bill, j. N. Hodge, John Gennen, all of Yelm,
Wash.
And viz: Edward Graybill of Yelm. Wash,
I'D IL 800, for the n y NV IA SW y NV a
NV a SW !. Sec. 10, TIP. I'm. RE.
lie names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation of
said land, viz: Ernest Fox, A. N. Harris, j. NJ.
Hodge, John Glennen all Of Ielm. Wash.
JESSE F. MURPHY,
Register.
Date of first publication, May :, 1897.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

IT is we'll to set about reconstruct.
ing the Supreme Court. Experience
shows that judges are of the earth,
earthly; and that elevation to the high
est and most responsible position does
not in any way refine poor human ma
f,yrn
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

THE Indians of Montana have again
commenced to slaughter the pale.
faced brothers, and as usual in the
East the cause is attributed to en-
croachments of the whites. When
will this sentimentality give way to
reason and common sense?
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

SUSAN ST. JOHN, New York por.
trait painter, has been awarded $685.
600 damages against the North Chi
cago Street Railway Co., for injuries
to her arm, from a motorman's care
lessness
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
LAND OFFICE AT OLYMPIA, WASH,
Nav 4 lSQ- 1

LAND OFFICE AT OLYMPIA, WASH,
May 4, 1897.
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
that said proof will be made before Register
and Receiver, at olympia, Wash. on Monday,
June IA, 1897, viz: Petner +. Clayton, of Roy.
Wash, Hid. ll,Sl6, for the Sc I, NE !. and Z y
Sc !. Sec. 26. Tp. Is N, X East.
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
of said land, viz: +. A. Bloom, of Roy, WASH;
Johann BOhn. of Roy, Wash: August Gechke,
of Roy, Wash; E. J. Brose. of Roy, Wash.
And viz: Johann Bohn, of Roy Wash. Hid.
ll,SsS. for the Sc i NV y, NE = SW u Sec IL
Tpl7N, RAE.
He names the following WITNESSES to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
of said land, viz: Petuer +. Clayton, f. A.
Bloom. August Gechke, August Jopp, all of
Roy, Wash.
JESSE +. MURPHY,
Register.
Date of first publication. Nav 4 1897.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

A WEEK from to-day is the time APP
pointed for Theodore Durrant to hang,
and he has sent invitations to his
father and mother to be present at the
last meeting of the twain. The crank
that can beat this, will have to get up
very early.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

II costs something to furnish one of
the floating palaces which crosses the
seas. Among the smaller articles that
are needed on an Atlantic liner there
must be 5000 spoons, 1000 forks,
1000 napkin rings, 5000 knives, 500
finger bowls, 800 salt cellars, 1000
tumblers, 1000 cups and 1000 saucers,
5000 plates OF various kinds and r.
600 napkins. In the outfit of the
cabins there will be required at least
1000 blankets, 1000 counterpanes,
500 mattresses, 800 pillows, 1000
sheets, 1000 bath towels and 10000
other towels.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

1T seems that the Republicans in
Congress seem to rely mainly upon
the Democratic idea of "tariff for rev.
enue" to justify their plea for pro.
lection.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

IT is said that John F. Convey, of
this city, now in Washington, stands
an excellent chances for appointment
as Consul General to Japan.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
NOTICE.

A LII parties indebted to the firm of J. It.
n Mills Il Co.. will please TO take notice
that under the terms of the assignments of
May 6, all book accounts are transferred to the
undersigned and all such accounts must be
speedily settled, and all creditors are requested
to present their claims for approval. to
FRED schooner,
Trustee, 205 West Fourth Street.
Date OF first publication, June T. 1897 VA
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
LAND OFFICE AT OLYMPIA, wAsH.,p
Nav 2gth, 1897

LAND OFFICE AT OLYMPIA, WASH.,I
May 10Th, 1897.
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 that
said proof will be made before Register and Re.
ceiver. at Olympia, WASH, on Thursday, July
IL. 1897. viz: John b. Rielle, of Rainier, Wash,
Hid: 6,754, for the . NV = and W u NE Sec.
81, TIP IL n. R2E., ". NJ.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation of said
land. viz: John Dierney. Joseph Otto, Louis
Ruchell, John Dickson, all of Rainier WASH
JESSE +. MURPHY,
Register.
Date of first publication. June 4, 1897.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

"MIXED PICKLES" 1T is not unus-
ual for people to feel a little mixed up
in their thoughts just after public
holiday, but we did not think that
little Oily "laid Off that day for any
purpose that would be so demoralizing.
AS near as we can fathom the pro-
fundity of its utterances it declares
that State Printer Hicks has "gone to
writing" letters in favor of fusion, and
that this is likely to result in the estab-
lishment of WOODEN factory in our
suburban town, Tumwater. In an
other paragraph it gravely but some
what inconsistency remarks that
THE wooden factory can be secured
before the close of the month if Olym-
pia fusion be not continued" and as
serts that there is grave danger that
the Republican party may be returned
to the administration of the State in
1900" These "topics" seem to have
run up against each other persistently
in the mind of our respected contem-
porary, and it is led to mix up its love
for progress as exemplified in erection
of wooden mill and hatred of fusion,
in an exaspiratingly mystifying man.
ner. But the statement that an advo-
cate of the G. O. p. can see "danger''
in a return of the Republican party to
the administration of the State in
1900, shows that Notwithstanding its
"closeness" to his accidency, it is
talking through its little hat. Try a
little seltzer, OH.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
LAND OFFICE AT OLYMPIA, w.t.
NAV ed, 1897.

MUy S-I IN91.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make final proof in support of his claim, aud
that said proof will be made before Register
and Receiver at Olympia. Wash. on Satur-
day, July Sd. 1877. viz: John Nolan. of olym-
TIP Is n. R3W.
lie names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
of said land, viz: Lee Reder of Olympia,
Wash swan Solbeck, of Olympia, Wash; John
Sanderson. of olympia WASH; Eilert Heye, of
JESSE +. MURPHY,
Date of first publication. May %, 1897.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

A HONGKONa steamer arrived in
San Francisco Saturday with small
pox on board.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

In commenting upon the possibility
of decision of the Supreme Court
eliminating the exemption of $500 on
personal property and $500 on realty
improvements, from the new revenue
law, the Chehalis Nugge. says:
Such decision would be God-send
to good many property owners who are
about to be cinched, and it would also
have the good effect of permanently es-
| tablishing in this State the sound prin-
ciple that all property should be taxed,
| whether it belongs to the rich man or
the poor man.
1t seems that our goldbug friend did
not count without his host when he
predicted the probability of our higher
court standing in" with those who
are able to pay taxes, even in hard
times. The cinching process, began
however, when the property of rich
men was exempted from all national,
State and municipal taxation what
ever, if it was only placed in the shape
of U. S. bonds. That principle is as
"sound" as that gold is the only
sound" money, according to the gold
bug doctrine, but when the poor man
secures little of the same sauce, a
vast difference is at once discovered
between the goose and the gander. II
is "class" legislation now, although
and exemption of household effects to
the value of $500 had passed without
question OF constitutionality for a gen.
Grafton, and that disqualification
would probably not now have been dis
covered had not wealth assumed the
reins of government.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

A SNOW STORM occurred in Eastern
Wisconsin on Decoration Day.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

The apple blossom is the State
flower of Michigan.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

The grasshopper plague threatens
the crops of Eastern Washington this
year.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04

This bill was received by Mr.. Fitch
on the Goth ultimo, and was promptly
turned over to the auditing commit
tee. Well, business is business-and
now the wicked thought comes unbid-
den as to whether, when Jesse Grant
reaches the pearly gates up yonder, he
will ask st. Peter to liquidate his
undertaker's bill, his underground
travelling expenses and-well, say with
his family bill included
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
Another Phase of the Money Power.

That sugar magnate, III. O. Have
meyer, was on trial in Washington last
week for refusing to answer certain
questions propounded to him 10y the
Senate committee, in regard to al
legged crimes ri the American Sugar
Refinery Company, vi which Mr.. Hav-
meyer Is President. Elvcrton X. Chap
man, Il New York sugar broker, is now
serving ont Il thirty days term III the
Washington Jail for Il similar utiensc
against the government, and John f..
ScarlrS, the sweet-scrntcd Secretary of
the Sugar Trust, is also i'll custody
awaiting trial in the same category OF
high-hanGcd misdemcanOrs.
1t seems to have come to light that
the Sugar Refining Company made
loans OF money to State and national
election officers for the purpose of
furthcring the interests of the Sugar
Trust; presumably for the election of
such men in high positions and the
prospective enactment of such laws as
would be in harmony with the greed
OF the sugar operators.
The genius and spirit of the whole
business is only another phase of the
money power as displayed in Wander
bits The people be ID" policy.
THE PROSPECT ON Strawberries
Strawberries have sold at three cents a
box in Portland within the past few
days and the probability is that they
will go much lower, from the enor-
nous crop that will be harvested this
season. The estimate from Hood
river alone is 60 carloads, and Mt the
beginning the output from this source
shipped to Portland was three carloads
a day. This will, of course, be greatly
increased as the season advances,
when prices will undergo like reduc-
ton. Another fact that has been OBJ
served which will largely affect the
prices is that all over the country the
crop seems to be ripcning simultan-
eously and this will tend to place Il
vast product upon the market at once,
producing a very lively but unusually
short season.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
Jesse Wants to Be Reimbursed.

Controller Fitch has been settling
up this week the expenses incident to
the dedication of the Grant mauso-
lcum last month. 1t will be remem-
bercd that all the children of General
Grant were officially invited to be
present during the imposing ceremon-
les, and they were made the guests Of
the City of New York on that day.
In view of the fact, however, that
Jesse Grant lived in California, the
committee generously voted that $3.50
should be transmitted to him to pay
his travelling expenses from his home
to New York. But this was not the
end of it, for the dilligent Jesse sends
in his bill for expenses incurred by
himself and family in attending the
dedication of his fathers monument.
The bill is itemizcd and right to the
point, and Controller Fitch publishes
it to the world, literally, as follows:
Transportation for self 900. $50
Transportation for family. Observation-Disclosures. 1875
Meals, etc. Observation-Disclosures. ............ pa
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1897-06-04
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION,

Date of first publication, May :, 1897.
Evening star., 1897-04-06

having woaAerful run of business at Al
7th street noJAhwdgt, and q visitor ut al
most any hoa6 OF the day or evening is
sure to find ~ laughing. rollicking crowd
to be found Within the lsoyrinths formed
by the ingenious oplacing of the mirrors
making up the Name. The Maze is one of
the wonders He thefyear and its mysterious
features must DE personally experienced to
be fully appreciates. Those who may wish
to be cenducted through the Maze and have
Its peculiar attributes pointed out to them
are furnished wfth guide. who will show
every possible attention and courtesy. In
deed IN some casee guide Is absolutely
necessary on account of the intricate and
seemingly endless passageways which open
steps through the Japanese bead curtain.
and not a few visitors to the Maze have
been obliged TO call for one from its in
terror In order1to make their way out.
THE Prisoner of Zenda. Next week at
the Columbia Theater Manager Daniel
Frohman will present for the second time
IN this city his greatest Lyceum success.
The Prisoner of Zenda," with all the or
iginal scenic environment, splendid COS
tunes and effects, with a cast other than
the one seen here last season. The role
OF the triple Rudolfs is now performed by
Howard Gould, whose dignified. manly and
effectual rendering of the part has made
MIN equally popular with his predecessors.
The part Of Princess Flovia. as portrayed
by Miss Isabel Irving. is said to never have
been In better hands, and the other parts
are assumed by equally competent artists.
Inc reputation of the play is SO well known
that 1t is a fo-egone conclusion that 1t Will
De accorded a hearty welcome. The best
recommendation that can be offered for the
production is that it is under the personal
direction and management of Mr.. Daniel
Frohman.
Evening star., 1897-04-06
CHRISTIAN EHDEAvoR.
Regular Monthly Meeting Of the
Executive Commlttee.


Executive C0mmAttee.
ecutive committee OF the District OF Co
lumbia Christian Endeavor Union was held
last evening In the Calvary Baptist Church.
1t took the nature Of q social after the bus
iness had been disposed of, and was in
charge OF the correspondence committee Of
the union, Miss Anna ]. Bell, chairman.
assisted by Miss Sleman. Miss Bucking-
ham, Miss Allen, Miss Wright. Miss Her
bert and Mr.. Edward Tening.
Committee reports and other necessary
matters of business were attended to early
in the evening" and afterward the company
adjourned to one of the church parlors.
where pleasant half hour was enjoyed in
in the Sunday school house. where an en-
tertaining program was rendered. consist
ing of vocal and instrumental solos and
recitations. Those who contributed to this
portion of the evenings enjoyment were
Mrs. Frank Byram, with plano solo: Miss
Helen Hunter and Miss Zue Brockett reel
tatons: Miss Cowling, violin solo; DR.. F.
A. Swartwout, cornet solo, and Percy S.
Foster. vocal solo. At the conclusion of
the program refreshments were served in
the banquet room of the church. The So
cial was primarily given to the officers of
the several Christian Endeavor societies IN
the union, but a large number of others
were present and given cordial welcome.
AS the guests arriN ed they were ushered
in the library, where a bevy of young la
dies was kept busy in registering names
and providing each visitor with an intro
duction card. The affair was eminently
successful in bringing the officers and
members of the various local societies in
closer touch with each other and the off,
GERS of the union.