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The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The manner in which the American
Bsok Comsny takes advantage Of ths
monopoly il has Ia Oregon to overcharge
for it's books that the people are obliged
to buy should make every voter hesi tate
before casting ballot that win mean its
continuation In Oregon, 90 one will that
10 for Prof. Alderman for superinten-
dent. Here are some facts:
10 Montana, where the population 10
much more sparse, and the general ex-
psnses are greater than in Oregon, the
cost OF school books is much less. For
instance the Eve school readers, Stick
ney's series, published bv CHM & Co.,
cost In the aggregate $2.06. In Oregon
the FIVE sshsol readers, the Barnes series,
published by the American Book Co., !,
certainly not snperior to Stickney's. cost
$500. The two arithmetics in Mon
tana, Walsh. published by DC Heath r
C1., coat 95 cents; IN Oregon our tive
arithmetics, Fish, published by the Am.
erican Book Co.. series notoriously in
ferior. cost 81 90. In Montana the two
geographiee, published by Rand, Me-
Nally & Co., cost 81 ,sS; in Oregon the
two biographies, Monteith's, published
by the American Book Co., cost tl.9O.
In Montana copy books Of the best char
acter are go cents o dozen; IN Oregon
they are SO cents dozen to 81 20 dog
en-.
In Missouri where the population b
much denser than in Oregon, we find, n
we should expect, even better pricss
thanip Montana. The FIVE readers, the
Franklin series, by Sheldon & Co., cost
In the aggregate, full cloth, sl %; or
cloth back, 81 80. The biographies the
Rand McNally series, cost, both, sl 20.
A first reader In Missouri costs at retail
over the counter, but IL cents against
ours at 25 cents.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

It has been estimated that the Ameri-
can Book Company makes Q profit Of
about $4,000 Q year above the usual
profit on the same amount OF business in
other states where no contract exisis.
The rublis il 10 said pays 20 TO 20 per
cent more for books than they ought to.
Mr.. Alderman 10 one Of the men Who
voted the contract on the state, and ID
the choice Of the company In the coming
election. Prof. Lyman 10 opposed tc
Esnewing the contract which will soon
expire.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The public 10 entitled to great SYM
pathy in the fact that Corbett and Fitz-
simons have again begun . newspaper
fight. Ii IL possible though that the
war news may absorb the public ssten.
tion enough, 90 little attention will be
paid the blowhards. II these men and
few others really want to fight why mol
send them to Cuba and let them try
their hand against Blanco.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
From the Journal:

Wednesday afternoon as ore Of the
Salem 4 Suburban railway cars was
slowly making the ascent of South Com
mercial street hill, = trio of veil known
young ladies Of Salem approached the
track near the summit of the hill and
hailed the car. The motorman brought
his car to q stsudstill and Was On the
point ri sscertaining what was wanted
when he was interrupted by one of the
young ladies Eho addressed the motor
man as follows: ''oh we do not want
this car bat would like to hare you hur-
~ back as soon ss possible" The ac-
eommodating street car man eiinehed
his teeth and resumed his trip feeling
more disgusted than ever with the hu.
man rsce in general and certain indiyid-
uAls in particular.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The Cuban campaign should be Q fast
but careful one. The United States
should now push things vigorously.
War was declared three weeks ago. The
end OF the frat month should see Havs-
ns in the possession of the Cubans with
Uncle Sam at their back. The present
plan looks favorable for such . result.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The depth to which the suns rays
penetrats water has Seen recently deter
mined by the aid Of photography. Il
has been found that at a depth Of $50
feet the darkness was to all intents and
purposes the same as that on clear but
moonlight night Sensitive plate ex-
posed at this depth for q considerable
length OF time gave no evidence Of light
acfion
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
rHE
PLACE
TORUY

Your Groceries and Baked Goods
Is at Parker Bros. Everybody knows
where their place is. They keep fresh
stock OF groceries, produce and baked
goods, OF all kinds, sell at reasonable
prices and treat their customers well, ell
alike.
You may regret some steps you take
In life bur none taken into the store NJ
Parker Bros.
Il is a great thing to be we'll fed. Par
ker Bros keep good groceries.
A loaf OF bread 10 not much but you
want it well made. Try Parker Bros.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Poland China A0gs.

Iwish to announce to the farmers with
In the vicinity Of Albany, especially those
interested in hog raising, that / have pur
chased the hog known az Commons Ideal
No. 36213 recorded in the American POI
and China Record Co, the one that took
the second premium al the fair this fall.
He Is fine hog and good breeder.
solicit the patronage and inspection Of
parties interested in good hogs. He il
accompanied ly a yearling Of my own rais-
ing which is recordable.
Ihaye three thoroughbred sows which
am raising pigs from. have few piss
at present fer sale, all recordable. They
can be sem at the Skeels place. one mile
north Of Albany. FIJI HUGHSON,
The Gardener
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

An advertisement reads that the
storms Of the past season have washed
70 the shore at the Bay thousands oI
water agates. which can easily be found
by those who are lucky. An expert says
the agstes are not washed ashore, bu
are simply uncovered. and il is his opin-
ion that lucky is timely word in get
ting water agates even where there are
thousands
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Il lie not often that Q man 10 . nominee
Tor ofiics who is more generally esteemed
than the union nominee for county clerk
Mr.. Frank Crahsree. In life residence
in this county only good words are spok-
en- Of him ~ q man and citizen. He is
upright and faithful and is
peculiarly well adapted for the offiee Of
clark
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

In the county campaign DR.. Jones and
b N Palmer are said 10 be doing some
excellent work for the representative
ticket, in fact for Linn county and Ore.
gon generally. They are presenting
facts that hit the nail on the head. The
county nominees are making friends and
are proving popular class Of men.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

STAND sY THK KCArr.-During the ab
sence of Capt Phillips in splendid cause
bis business will be well attended 20. and
he is entitled to the liberal support Of our
citizens. Laundry work sent t. the Albany
Steam Laundry win be just ss well cared
for as If the proprietor were here himself
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The Newest At the stora Of Will & Stark
Jewelry you will get the facts, and
Facts find a fine stock of goods
to select from. Il is up
todate and iGciudes the best lines Of watch
and clocks and all kinds Of iewelry. Their
Rne of silyeaware Is extra and they have
many novelties that will please.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The Spaniards are doing great deal
Of blowing about sending thousands Of
men to the Philippines 10 rstaks the
islands. They had better keep them at
home. They may need the n there. The
DExocRAr doubts IT they actually will
send them.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
The Philippine Campaign.

wAsHiSoToN, May l2.-General Wes-
ley E. Merritt will leave this city for San
Francisco to take charge Of the Philip
pine expedition.
1t Is reported Al the navy department
that the bAsileship Oregon. the gunpoa;
Marietta and the cruiser Buffalo. have
BEEN ordered 10 return to the Pacific
This IL taken TO mean that the govern.
neni believes Spain will send feet Il
the relief Of the Philippines.
A Small Engagement.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
The Union Parties Are

First. Unalterabls opposed 10 gold
mono metalism.
Second. They demand the immediate
restoration Of bimetallsm at the present
ratio by the independent action Of this
country.
Third. They oppose the retirement Of
the grsenbacks.
Fourth. They oppose the issue o, pa.
per money by national banks.
Fifth. They oppose the issue Of inter-
est bearing bonds.
Sixth. They favor the income tax as q
means OF raising part Of the revenue nee
esssry to administer the federal govern
ment.
Seventh. They favor the abolition Of
trusts.
Eighth. They are opposed TO govern
ment by injunction.
Ninth. They are in favor Of arbitra-
ton 90 means OF settling disputes be-
tween labor and capital.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Mysterious Spanish Fleet.

WASHINGTON, May, 1.-THE Spanish
fleet according to advices received &C
the navy department today has been
cited of Venzuela. This is q new move
ment, and it is surmised that It means
that the feet 10 to 90 to Havana.
Victory at Porto Rico.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

LONDON, May IA special from Ha-
yana says that four American vessels
bombarded Cieufuego yesterday and en-.
deavored TO land men in barges. Fight
ing lasted eight hours. Spaniards re-
turned the ERE. resulting in . loss to the
Americans.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

WAsHISGroS, May Is The reported
presence oi the Spanish feet in the Cuban
waters has changed the plans OF the gov.
eminent The troops mobolized at
Chiekamaugua have been ordered 70 pro-
eeed to Tampa at once ready for chip
ment TO Cuba.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

WASHINGTON, May l3.-The navy de-
partmens has received dispatch from
Admiral Sampson at st. Thomas stating
that he bombarded San Juan Porto de
Rico yesterday. doing great damage to
the city and fort. The sraniards re.
turned the Ere, and one man on the New
York was killed and seven men in the
squadron wounded.
The Spauish Fleet.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Admiral Dewey will take care Of the
Philippines, depend ON that. And yet 1t
will be a good idea to send him assist.
ance, and that quickly. Big bodies move
slowly It is true, but there are some
things that should mot be allowed to lag.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

A good judge says the election next
month will be tame affair because the
people have something else to think Of.
Perhaps, but there promises to be u big
vote iuek the same.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
TELEGRAPHIC
The Cienfuegos Engagement.

KEY VERT, May Alt 10 learned tha
10 the engagement off Cienfuegos las. Wed
nesday one sailor on the cruiser Marble.
head was killed and six severely wound
ed. hany Spaniards were killed and
wounded.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Insurgent Victory

LONDON, May ia dispatch received
from Havana states that an engagement
near the city between the insurgents and
Spaniards had resulted in a victory for
the insurgents, with 600 Spaniards killed.
Change of Plans.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Thf 9e,llorrat.
TERMS.

DAILY DEMocRAT. % cents per month
$500 per year, in advance, SOC per month
not In advance. By carrier, l0c per
week. 10 per cent added ii allowed to
run over months. Single copies DC.
WEEKLY, 81. .25 In advance; 81 so at end
of year; sl.75 for second year; $500 fol
third and preceding years, when not paid
in advance. Clubs of Eve new subscribed
at $500.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

How We Say It.-Coughs curedfor q
quarter, no cure. no quarter, we ara selling
lots OF our White Pine cough syrup With
tar, because it is just what we say it is,
gises quick relief and is higaly recomend-
ed TO cure deep seated cough, Burkhar
Lee. Druggis Is |
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Webster Davis, assistant secretary of
the interior il about to leave his arduous
duties at Washington to come out here
and help elect Tongue. He will be sadly
neadefi
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

That Spanish feet continues as great q
mystery as ever. Really, is there bona
fide Spanish feet. and who has ever seen
the fleet.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

You Can have as much confidence in
the prescription we fill for you as you
could If yon were competent to 6ll them
yourself. and did tive have the. conf
denee Of your physician. Why not yours !?
ByRKHARr & LIE.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
A Small Engagement.

kEr WEST. Mag l2.-An engagement
between the SpaniArds and Americans
took place of Ca-denss yesterday One
American officer was killed and Ave men
injured.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
The Attack on Porto Rico.

NEW YoRx, May IA special from
Fort de France, Martinique, states that
Simpsons feet began bombarding Porto
Rico this morning.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The receiver Of the Oregon Fruit 90 !,
Of Salem, In addition 70 securing no re-
turns for the green fruit shipped east 10
now insisting on shippers paying the
freight. A sample OF cheek not often
elualled.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

A thrill of terror IL experienced when .
hrassY eoush Of Group soands through the
house ss night Bot the terror sac0 chan
ses TO reiist after One Minute Coash Care
aAs be 70 administered Safe aud h r-nlss
o. ehildreu-J a Canning
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Capt. May, of Eugene, has named q
new conner at his house Eugene Dewey
May. Children named after big men are
often entitled to the sympathy Of the
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

ST. THoxAs, May l3.-sAmpson's Hees
has sailed tc meet presumably the Span
ish feet reported off Martinique.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
The Flying SQUADRON.

WAsHisorox. May l3.-Schley's flying
squsdron has been ordered TO tea, With
the destination unknown TO the public.
After the Spauisil Fiset.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
A Son of J. ii.

WAsHfSSToS, May L. - Homer E
Mitchell, Of Portland. has been appoint
ed quartermaster with the title OF cap
tain.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

At Miss Hendersons' meeting at on
May l6 free will Offering will be tsken.
Everybody is invited to hear this address
at the w. {. +. L. hall.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Summer Excursion Rates.

Commencing May 18th the Corvallis &
Eastern & z will resume sale of regular
summer excursion tickets 10 all points,.
Fare Albany to Yaquina and return $3 so,
until Oct 10th, to Detroit and retura 80,
gooi for return until Oct 3lst.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

When it comes to an opinion Of the
spaniard We are practically unit. The
whole United States are willing TO fight
ii needed, and there won't Ee any riots
over the matter.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Oliver PlOVS--HeV Prices
HOPKINS BROS, Agents,
Albany, OREGON.

"Oliver gave the world the chilled plow'
And il has saved more moneJ
to the farmer of America
than any other implement ever produced.
Genuine Oliver chilled are the best on
earth. The Oliver is promoter Of happi.
ness on the farm, and the dealer who sells
it knows be is handling the best. Look
out for Limitations and touch nothing but
the genuine goods, made cnIy By Olive
Chilled plow works. South Bend, Ind. U
8. A.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Tlred Of the war

New YORK. May IA dispatch TO
the Herald from Madrid says.
The Spanish people are weary Of the
war. OF Cuba and Of all the trouble, stag
nation OF trade, misery aad starvation Is
something too narrowing. They cannot
fight against il.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Ifyou want good and cieel
moke buy cigars made by our Ale
bany cigar factory
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The craze has struck Portland badly and
already Philippine scoops, Mint Dewey
lips, sampson's stout. Cuban sour mash,
Manila flavor, Oregon punch, Spanish
hz, etc, may be secured.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
poat ros.eeo spI, and sp,o.. ,orr ,ass Aw.,.

To quit tobacco easily and forever. be mag.
netlc. full OF life, nerve and vigor, take NolTo'
Bac, the wonder-worker that makes weak men
strong. All druggists, Soc or si. Cure guaran-
teed Booklet and sample free Address
Sterling Remedy Co, Chicago or New York.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Just turn Sampson loose like Dewey
and he will wipe the spaniards off Cuba,
bnt 80 long as he is hampered by the
military board he will work under diff
culties. In the end though the result
may be the same.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Reported Surrender.

LONDON. May ia dispatch received
at the navy department 10 to the effect
that San Juan after bombardment hy
Sampson surrendered.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Gomez is anxiously waiting to get q
chance at the Spaniards. He is entitled
IN fk
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Got the Worst OF IL.

KEY wEsr, May l2.-Thrse Ameiean
vesse.s, the gunboats Wilmington and
Hudson and the torpedo boat winslox
are reported to have had an engagement
in which the Winslow had her boiler
blown up and was badly damaged. En-
sign Bagley sud four sailors were killed
and six wers wounded.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
Ice Cream Now.

Where?
At F. H. Pfeiffsr's,
Broadalbin street, Albany.
The best on the market. You can get ii
at any time. in any quantity, from a dish
to enough for a big gathering. Pfeifer's 8
Ice cream is always good.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

The dye man who advertised I'VE
dye to live," did not dye enough, for he
committed euicide on account of fran.
ciai depression Of bis business.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

ron't tell your neighbors what you
see in the east window Of the Albany Fur
niture Co. Terms half cash balance before
you leave the store.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

We give away choice flower seeds with
tea and coffee, for particulars call on,
. G. E BRowsELL
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
viii walt awhile

WASHINGTON, May. Is Orders were
given General Miles this morning sus-
pending for the present the movement Of
the invading army upon Cuba. The GUS
pension was induced by the proximity of
the Spanish Care Verde squadron to Cn-
ban waters. II is deemed BY the depart
ment TO be the part Of wisdom not to risk
landing troops on Cuban soil until land.
ing can be effected under the protection of
stronger feet than is now available for
the purpose.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
SATURDAY NIGHT THOUGHTS

This Saturday night sees very de.
cided advantage In favor OF the United
States In the war with Spain. The su-
periority of the United States has beeu
marked. This from any standpoint but !
deceit. When it comes to deceit Spain +
has decided advantage. and she is
we'll backed up by her newspapers. She
has kept her feet in darK mystery for
week, her whereabouts an unknown
quantity. 1t has probably served the
purpose desired. that Of delay, for the
U has not thought best TO push things
with the fleet in the way, and the result
is that very little has been done around
Cuba, In the twenty three days since
war was declared. All the time though
preparations have been going on that
will no doubt show effective results. At
this writing the indications are good for
some energetic movements &C once. The
sooner the better. There 10 q general
desire to see stroke made that ahall
result in the termination of the war.
80
Mr.. Dewey continues the hero oil the
hour. Once 1t was Sigsbee, then Lee,
and now Dewey. Vito will be the next
man. This Is an occasion not offered
In lifetime for hero making, and the
man who takes the tide at the right
hight will make it..
, 80
: So much attention has been paid to wal
, matters that little time is left for politics
D and they are not discussed as extensive
iy as generally before state election
And yet there is considerable interest in
! quiet way in affairs political. Mer
. are going along easily with their eyeI
r open and are not going to bite at ever!
> snap that has job hidden in it. They
. will vote on election day without anv-
] thing of coer,iye character Influencing
3 them. The average voter is getting e.
. he can see point.
r -
This summer weather is showing wha
Oregon can do elimatically when j
; makes an effort. Though the weathe
:. has. been delightful 4 change TO rail
4 would be acceptable. California ma
, boast Of her sunny climate bat what doe
i il amour. TO when the result ia iaiiur
OF crops. We prefer to boast of our se
L weather in its season for it means bi
3 crops that never fail. The oregoniau
|. year 10 and out should he contente
i creature:
y 80
u There las been more studying in gee
+. graphies in the last few weeks tLaa b
fore in our history. Almost evsrywher
q map may be seen and men studying i
As they have TO look from one end OF th
% globe to tie other they are becomin
'e familiar with the entire sphere. tt
ignorance Of some has been startling
y aud few ot US have shown a knowieds
/. Of places sufficient to permit Of any Grow
d inR
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Educate Your Bowels wssss Csscareac,
Candy Cathartic, cure constipation forever.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20
The Spanish Fleet.

WAsHiSoroS, May ia dispatch re-
ceived at the navy department states
that the Spanish feet has been seen iust
west Of Martinique.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Tax, Lsx .tivs Bconb Qliatns Taolet
All Druggists rs.und the IN suey II It fall
D Cure 25c.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-05-20

Spring Humors, ,boils' pimples, sore
and all eruptions are promptly cured by
Hoods Sarsaparilla, which thoroughly
puri6es the blood eradicating every trace
rs sa.of.fo