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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
IT Is TIME.
Now York Times.

New York Times.
We go to war with Spain, not for inc
accomplishment of an ambition, nut III
obedience To the laws of nature II -
t;nc this thing were done and we 90 H.
ne the ripencd fruit drops from me Tree
In the patient process of historian eve
linton The moment has arrived Wheh ti''
"opposing and enduring forces OF CIV
ilization and barbarism must meet III the
island Of Cuba for one more engagement
in their prolonged and irrespressible con
tIict. 1t is appropriate, not only through
Geographical relation. but by reason "l
national characteristics. that this pro
grcssive nation should be the appointed
instrument for infiicting upon Spain an.
other penalty for her backwardncss and
her incapacity.
But although we go to war impellcd by
high destiny. we must fight with
strictly carnal purpose to do the enemy
the utmost possible harm in the shortest
possible time 70 force the fighting from
the outset. to drive Spain from the seas
to uproOt her in Cuba and make her des
perately sorry she ever went TO war WITH
us is not only wise but a humane way
of conducting the hostilitics.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
WANTED..A NORTH CAROLlNIAN.


There will not be wanting from North
Carolina as many troops as any other
State of like population will furnish tC
defend the nations honor. Since the
controversy assumed war-like shane
many of the first men Of the State have
volunteered. their services to the Gov.
crnor. Among them are number who
won fame at the lannon's mouth in Tho
Civil war. They are fired by the same
patriotic feeling that animatcs Fitzhugh
Lee. They will stand with the bravest
as they did when they made up great
part of the army of Robert Il. Lee.
The North Carolina troops will ask nc
homb-pro0f positions, no easy berths, nc
special fav0rs. They will demand that
they have as their commander Il North
Carolinian who is ito the manner born,
and who has won his spurs in command
of North Carolina soldiers. II
General X. +. IIoke enlists. he IS the
ideal leader of the North Carolina troops
He is the most distinguished soldier III
the State. and not only resembles Robert
+. Lee in favor and in stature, bT1 also
has the same lofty character ana love
of Justice that characterized General
Lee. Ii is understood that General
IIoke feels that he has passed the age
for military duty If this is true, anoth-
or brilliant North Carolina soldier ten
eral w. =. Roberts, of Gates-the
youngest general in the Confederate
army-has volunteered his services. lie
won his promotion in the Civil war by
conspicuous bravery and courage, and is
fitted again to lead the North Carolina
troops to battle. Other brave and dis
tinguishcd soldiers, among them Col
w. ii. $. Burgwyn, DR.. h. f. Dixon
General Frank Cameron and others have
rendered their services to the Governor
1t is not for MS to say who is the man
TO command the North Carolina troops
We speak the universal sentiment OF
the State, when we say Give us 4
North Carolinian as commander Of North
Carolina trooDS."
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
WHAT OTHERS SAY.
A PLACE FOR FITZHUGH LEE
Washington Post.

Washington Post
1t is pleasant to believe that, should
our military policy involve an armed in
vasion of Cuba and land operations
upon a large scale against Havana from
the rear and TANKS, the President will
confer upon Gen. Fitzhugh Lee an i'm
portant duty and responsibility. No man
now available combines in a greater de-
gree actual experience Of war and accu-
rate knowledge Of the ground over which
u campaign in Cuba will have to be
conducted. He is a soldier by training
and by prediction and he is familiar
with all the conditions of the Cuban
climate and topography. We doubt
very seriously whether the direction of
our armys operations in Cuba could be
confded to ADLER hands than those Of
FitZhugh Lee.
Of course, no one outside the pale OF
the administration secret councils can
predict with any certainty its present
plans and purposes. Neither does the
Post propose itself aJ a consulting mem
her of the conference. 1t may be that
those in authority over us will decide TO
attack Havana by water and to reserve
the land forces for such employment as
future developments suggest. We neither
know nor pretend to know anything
whatsoever as to that. 1t is better to
assume that the government will pur-
sue the wise and proper course than to
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
NOTICE.

The time for the annual meeting OF
the Board of Medical Examiners OF the
State of North Carolina. to be held at
Charlotte, has been changed from May
26 to April 49, 20, 30. and May 2nd and
Bird, 1893. IL. Il. WEAVER, NJ. D.,
Secretary.
Asheville, n c., April 10th, 1898.
apr-1S-1w
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
WAR PRECEOES DECLARATION.

Some people have expressed surprise
that there should have been danger of
a battle before the expiration of the
Presidents ultimatum which expired
yesterday. They forget that it is very
seldom that war waits on formal dee
Iaration. The New York Times points
out that there have been but eleven
declarations of war in the last two hum
dred years. France formally declared
war against Prussia in 1870, and Rus
sia made formal declaration against
Turkey in 1877, but there have been
more than sixty wars begun without
declaration in this century, our war Of
1912 and the Crimean war being among
them.
AS matter of fact, when Spain i'm
structed Minister Polo to demand his
passports that was equivalent to a dee
laration of war.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
roPUL1sT STATE CONVENTION.


The Populist State Executive Con
vention meet in Raleigh last week. They
have called their State Convention for
May 18th. Senator Butler and Con
gressmen Strowd, Fowler and Shuford
were present. No resolutions were pass
ed The committee directs that no noml-
nations be made in county or districts
until after the meeting of the 18th,
That is to avoid complications. There
will be a big fight in Raleigh that date.
We do not doubt that a majority Of the
Populists--in fact all Populists-in the
State favor union with Democracy.
OF course there are Republicans who
are parading as PopulistS who are for
continuation of fusion" The future
of the PoDulists in the State will soon
be determined. Nothing scares a radical
so bad as to hear talk Of Democrats and
Populists getting together for good gov
eminent
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24

sonander time in idle guesswork or inn
nndent asseyeration. We contine our
selves, therefore, to suggesting that Al
the army is to do any work at all III
Cnba. and if we would have that WORK
nprformed with real intelligence ana
skill. the government will make no ms
take in calling Gen. Fitzhugh Lee 10
= prominent if not paramount cSn'
mand in that connection.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
ON THE CREDIT SIDE.
Jacksonville Citizen.

Jacksonville Citizen.
Now that we have what we asked for,
what we are going to gain by war?
Hereafter our citizens will be safer
throughout the world, our flag better re-
spected. our marvellous development of
fighting force will give our name halo
newly gilded in the eyes of the military
nations. But better than all are two
gains, either Of which is worth the fifty
millions already spent-sectional and
party lines have been obliterated. and
we have tested the true spirit of the
British people.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
FOR RENT OR LEASE.

The Bar and Restaurant privilege, in
New Capital Club building, to be open
ed July, 1893. Membership of club one
hundred and twenty-five. Best location
in the city. The right man can secure
permanent lease by giving guarantee OF
good service, at reasonable rental. Ap-
ply to Chairman House Committee.
Capital Club, Raleigh, n. G.
4-19-t
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24

Beware of entrance to quarrel, but,
being in, bear it that the opposer may be-
ware Of thee That's the motto of the
American people. The first proposition
has been established; the second is in
process OF proof. Remember the Maine.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24

The Spanish government per cent.
bonds have declined to thirty-two cents
on the dollar, representing a fall of
nearly 13 points within a week. ana
a fall of some 30 points since the de-
struction of the Maine in Havana har-
Dor. In these facts you can read the
certain result Of the war just begun
Spain is already a bankrupt nation,
while American credit is high above par.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24
WHITE MEN, GET TOGETHER.

NtTNIFIUUo ANVN9'
We,are glad to see the growth of
sentiment in favor of uniting the white
men in North Carolina, who believe in
the white man and the white metal. "
IT is time for us to face this problem in
d practical manner, and we believe the
sentiment is rapidly drifting to the point
where sufficient sacrifices can be made
to accomplish the result.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24

II is now generally accepted that Post
master General Gary's resignation was
by reason of differences of
opinion on the war question. We were
a little skepticaI of the statement and
his health gave way suddenly.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24

Minister Woodford never found out
that it was possible for Spain to resist
his smooth sentences until his train was
rocked by the Spaniards. He is a
clever granny, and we hope the Span
iards didn't hurt his side-whiskers
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-24

The Spanish method of carrying on
war in Cuba was to concentrate the
people in the towns and starve them
If it become necessary by means of
the blockade for the American navy t.
give the Spaniards a dose of their own
making complaint 1t is not to be doubt
ed that relief and succor will be given
to the suffering reconcentrados as soon
as possible. Delay means that many
will go into an early grave from sheer
exhaustion produced by starvation.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03
A cANDIDLETTE
To THE yornns OF LIrn Co. On

To THE VorERs OF LINN Co., On:
| wish to say to the voters of Linn
county that though am one OF the NOM
inees OF the Regular Peoples Party,
l was induced to accept that nomination
by false pretenses and false representa-
tions, made to me by persons belonging Z
to said party and claiming 10 be honest
and sincerely desiring the success OF that
party.
Alter being oct on the campaign for
about three weeks and visiting many
precincts IN the county, ] have become
thoroughly convinced that the represent.
atoms OF said pretended leaders OF said
party. that IL would have a large num-
Der OF votes In the county and probably
be successful are all false and without
any foundation, and that said party can.
not and will not poll any considerable
number OF votes. l have also become
convinced that the 90 called and pre-
tended leaders OF said "Regular People, g
Party" in this county are moi, and never
were, sincere in their efforts to keep said
party alive, but are really GOLD STAND.
ARD Peoples Party men and not In the
interest OF the people, but doing all they
can to defeat the real and true friends OF
the people In this election. And though
am candidate for county clerk on the
Regular Peoples Party" ticket, / earn.
estly urge all the voters, to cast their
ballots for tina. party whose leaders ard
followers ere really opposed to the gold
standard. Z. E. LANCE.
HARRIsBrRG, Or, Jnne let, 1898.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03
SOCIAL AND Personal

Mrs. Al Boenicke several dave ago re-
eeived check for e. coo, the beneficiary
oil her husband in the A. o. U. w.
Faber & Neis. of Albany. recently
bought l2e 600 pounds Of 1897 hops.
The price paid is not stated. About
5000 bales OF last years crop are still in
the hands o. growers.-@GuArd.
William FortmilIer, Oscar Dsnnals and
Julius Joseph have bes IN elected dele
gates to represent the Albany A. o. Z.
W. at the grand lodge which will meet
on July ii in Portland.
The Monmouth, ILL.,. college, in which
Elliot Irvine and Floyd Doris, OF this
city. are students, will have some pro-
minent speakers with ID this year. June
Q will be commencement day proper,
and ex- vice president Adiai Stevenson
will deliver the address.
Mr. Dalton Wilson, who Tor = number
OF years resided on one OF the farms ol
Mr. Martin Payne, was Ia the city today
for the first time Tor two years. Daring
his absence he has been in the moun-
tains, during which time he has psrmit'
ted his hair to grow, resulting In long
growth.
Yamhiil county is pretty well repre-
sented in the army and navy. In tn
army are about 10. In the nayy Fre'
Ramsey 70 on the battleship Oreg1n
Duncan Harris on the gunbeat Petral
Guy Bsllinger is on the torpedo boat des
troyer Hamilton, and George Mattey
on the battleship Charleston.
Pc Snodgrass, assistant cashier Of tn
> F,rst National Bank. has rendered hi
resignation, and he will join his vii
and children in Pendleton in about on
month. His successor has already bee
selected. Mr. Snodgrass VIII enter th
firm OF CIeaver Bros, Teutsch and Johr
con, dry goods merchants oil that clt!
Mr. Snodgrass is compelled TO make tn
move on account of his wiie's health
Eugene Guard.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03
Oregon State Grange.

The Oregon State Grange met in For
est Grove, May "a, 1898, in its Twenty
fifth annual session.
Grange was called to order by State
Master, Brother Hilleary at 10 q. m.
There were forty.iwo representatives
reported entitled to seats at this session.
A large attendance was present the
first day, and the number increased each
ucceeding day OF the session.
The meeting was harmonious, only q
few resolutions and reports were offered,
which caused anything like continued
debate.
The secretary's report showed the or
der to be in healthy condition, with
eight new oranges organized during the
year, and large increase in mem Der.
ship during the last quarter.
The treasurer reported funds enough
on hand to square up all accounts, and
some to spare.
Election of officers resulted as follows
Msster,M NJ Hilleary; 0verseer. Mary
s Eddleman, Lecturer, J S Caste
Steward, w b Hawley; Assistant stew
ard, A r Buxton; Chaplain. Louisa Fl
CLARK: Treasurer, J O White; Secretary,
Mary s Howard; Gate. keeper, Glenn ;
Pomona, 0ba Welmer; Flora, A J. Lacy
Ceres. Carrie NJ Frenchs Lady assistant
steward, Clara Swank. @
The people of Forest Grove treated the
members and visitors cordially. They
did everything possible TO make our visit
among them pleasant, and must say
that they made grand success OF their
hoepitable work. Much credit 10 due
Mrs. Haines and Mrs. Sheppard for their
untiring efforts in our behalf. Forest
Grove is a beautiful little town noted
for its shady groves and the orderly man.
ner in which everything is kept. There
is no saloon in the town and the eonse
quence is everything is q uiet. We all
had splendid time and will long re-
mem Der the kindness shown Us by the
msmbers OF Cole Grange, and the
citizens OF Forest Grove. a VISITOR.
A class of fifty five were instructed in
the mysteries of the sixth degree.
This was followed by the usual ban
quet, to which all present helped them
selves and all bad splendid time social
ly. Officers were installed by Bro ]
Voorhees, assisted by c T Howard.
The next meeting will be held IN
Portland in May 1899.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03
NEW RATE BOOK


The Albany insurance agents today re
ceived the new rate book promised by
the underwriters, and mailed by P deS
Olney, northwest manager. 1t shows
marked and gratifying reduction in
the rates on business property, in many
cases from 20 to so per cent, an average
OF probably Is per cent. For example
the Young store building is reduced
from 1.25 to .oS, the p o block from 1.70
to ! So, the ,Cusick bank building from
1.26 to 80, the First National bank build.
ing from 1.25 to ITO, the stewart & Sox
block from l.85 10 1.45, the @ F build
ing IS to Al, Foshay & Mason block
from LES to l.Sl, on the building and
from 2.15 to liza on the drug stock, the
Farmers warehouse from 2.25 to 200,
the Revere House from 400 to 3.25
No reduction was made on the Red
Grown mills or chair factory, but on
nearly everything there is a reduction
about like the cases given.
The manager states that the reduction
In rates recognises the valua BILE improve
ments to the fire department and the
water supply service of the city.
This reduction is in addition to the I5
per cent Being taken off and is received
with general rejoicing by business men.
Advantage of the reduction will not be
permitted by Withdrawals.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03
S0)Se)C
L. E. & H. ]. HAMILTON.
MEMORIAL SERVICES.

1he annual services in memory of the
brave men who served their country
faithfully during the war of the rebellion,
who during the intervening years have
left the ranks and been buried in our
cemeteries, were begun yesterday FORE
noon at the o. P. church when the mem-
orial sermon was preached by Rev. Nc
Killop in the presence of large aud
ience, among those present being good
delegations from the e. A. r. and La.
dies of 6. A. r. The sermon was an
able one, uptodate in its thoughts. a
splendid justification of the present war
of the United States against Spain in be-
half OF the oppressed and doWntrodden
CuUans, one of the most glorious wars in
history, neighb in the name of God
and humanity succoring q weak people,
easlaved for four hundred yesrs. Many
excellent thoughts were presented during
its delivery.
This forenoon the beautiful ceremony
OF strewiEg the graves of the departed
soldiers with the glorious flowers of this
unsurpassed floral season was had, being
carried out with great success notwith-
standing the rains that had dampended
mother earth.
The war with Spain added an interest
to the day of new character, creating a
patriotic sentiment that was fervid and
universal, and the result was a wide
spread observance. The graves at the
cemeteries were decorated profusely and
generally. nature having done much to
assist this year in it.
At $3.50 O'Clock under command oil
Commander Torbet o. the G. A. X. and
headed by Simonton's band the proces-
sion was formed in front of the G. A. z
hall, long line of societies and school
children, who marched to the city cem-
etery, where around the last grave dug,
that of Comrade Hawkins, the ritualistiI
service of the G. A. r. and sister societies
was held, then the unknown grave was the
center of the service of the W X. G. fol-
lowed by decoration OF the graves of the
dead comrades that was general and pro-
fuse, none being forgotten.
A return was made to the hall and al
noon fine spread was set before tie
soldiers and their wives at the W. G. T.
U. hall that was freely complimented.
At 2:3O O'Clock this afternoon patriotic
exercises were begun at the opera house
with the eloquent Col. Montague as the
speaker OF the occasion, resulting in one
of the best memorial addresses heard fol
many years.
Tonight the Ladies of the G. A. z. vii
hold exercises at the hall, when tv.
chairs will be draped in honor of the tw,
who have departed during the past ysa
and an entertaining program be given, +
which all are invited to near.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03

From the oregonian :

From the Oregonian:
While Oregon and the whole NORTH
Sest is blessed with sbundans moisture
and an assurance Of bonn.itul crops, tie
drought in California is assuming awful
proportions and foreshadowing direful re-
suits. II 9 Humphrey. sho has returned
10 Portland, says that people here can
not resilze the awiul effects Of the lack
OF rain in California, and that Ia takes an
actual observer to appreciate >tts effects
Secretary Masten. Of the Chamber Of
Commerce. has just received q letter from
Z q With, . miller at Stockton, in
which the following fscts are set forth:
The grain crop in this state is almost
\ total failure. The mill in which / am
employed NJ less than bali time is i'm
porting wheat from Oregon 10 be ground
into -four for the local trade, and as re-
suit there 10 no China or export trade in
-four frosn California In tact, business
Of all kinds seems 10 be paralyEed."
A gentleman who has been induced by
advertising 70 leave Iowa and settle IN
Oreeoo, writes a. follows:
81 brought my family with me, and ne
have been located at Albany for two
months now, and inteod 10 buy property
here. Many thanks TO the psmphlcs
The Pacific Northwest" for the valua.
bls information il has given us. think
the immigration board g fne thing for
the North west c3ast country"
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03
Crop Report.

The frosls did no damage. The rains
were of benefit; they have assured the
success Of the years's crops. Some little
fear is expressed that the fall-sown wheat
will become too rank and that IL win
lodge. but such win not occur unless the
the rains are heavier and OF longer dura-
ton than now expected. Fall sown grain
il now heading. Spring grain IL about
one foot high ard very healthy In appear.
ance. The wheat and oat crops will
probably be larger than any previous
crons in the history OF Western Oregon
The hay crop is certain to be very large
Thei general weather conditions ar'
such that change to clearing and prob
abIy.set fair weather will take plac'
within the next seven days.
B. s. PAauE, Director.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03
Strictly business

French the jeweler.
Try schiilins's Best tes and baking powder.
Raths at viereck's shaving and hair
cutting parlors.
Pictures from rs cents 10 s2S per doasn
ak Longs gallery.
OBJ Winn, citv tick etagent. Tickets
10 all points in the east.
Crawford q Harnish for photographs
Prices from 81 to 80 per dozen.
Be sure and zee the anti rust tinware ai
Hopkin Bros. will lass = lifetime.
Racers honsd, set and put 10 6rst class
order at viereck' shaving and hair cut
ting parlors.
| When you want q choice steak. q nics
roast or meat OF any kind. call ON Henr,
sroders. He keeps the best.
DIS. H. Z. and U. K. Beers Offices anS
residence in post Office building. Specia
attention given TO diseases OF women.
Don't annoy others by your coughing ,ant
risk your life by neglecting cold. On
Minute Cough Uure cures coughs. colds
Iorour. grippe and oil throat lung troubles
III. A. Cumming.
! The best meats of all kinds and goo
treatment at the Albany Dressed Bee
Company's market, just down Secon'
street. Good weight and prompt 'atten
ltion.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1898-06-03

TIE CAxDiDATEs.-The Union Candi-
dates were at Rock Creek yesterday aud
the republicans are there today. The
union candidates are at Lyons today,
the republicans will be there tomorrow
The union candidates will be at Shell
burn tomorrow, the republicans the
next day. The union candidates will bt
at Syracuse Thursday afternoon and ths
republicans in the evening. The candi.
dates will be in Orleans precinct Frida,
afternoon. The campaign will he closet
by speaking by the union candidates q
the court house in Albany Saturday at
pm, and the republicans at 7:30 p m.