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The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16
THE FIRE DEMON
AGAIN AT WORK
The Dalles Suffers Another Great Loss
One Hundred and Fifty Thousand
Dollars Go Up in Smoke.
Caught in the Crystal Ice Company's
Building and Destroyed Over One
Block-List of the Losers.

After respite of seven years, the ter
ror of The Dalles, the fre-fiend, again
made his appearance in our city Sunday
at midnight. His coming was heralded
by the screeching of whistles, and be-
fore the bell could be RUG many were
aroused, and, gazing out, were confront
ed by lurid light which told too plainly
that our little city was again threatened
with destruction.
The fire was first discovered by Jim
White, who upon returning from his
customary trip to the II 40 train, saw
that the building recently constructed by
the Crystal Ice Company on Ruch's lot,
two doors from Mays & Groves hard
ward store, was all ablaze. By way of
arousing the neighborhood he fired two
shots, which were answered by two
more from some men coming up the
street. Just at this juncture double
header freight train was passing and the
engineers began blowing the whistles.
Soon the fire-bell rang, and by this time
people were seen rushing from every
direction to the scene of the confagra-
ton.
Such headway had it gained before
being discovered that the large building
next door, occupied by Johnston &
Faulkner as an implement warehouse
was enveloped in flames before a mo-
ment's time, and the small store of L.
Comini was licked up as if at one gulp.
The row of houses across Second street
then began to catch, and the Wilder
photograph parlor, Lynch's barber shop,
the old imes-Mountaineer Office, owned
by Vsnbibber, Gilmore's restaurant, :
Hoyle's carpenter shop, Cunning &
Hockman's blacksmith shop and Sand
rocks wagon chop we're each soon swept
away. At the same time the second
hand store on the east side of the ice
company's building was burning, and
the flames leaping across the street soon
laid waste the warehouse of Pease
Mays.
At one time it was hoped the hard
ware store of Mays & Grove might be
saved. but all efforts were vain and this
business house, which had recently been
fitted up until it was second to none in
the state, had to go. Every energy was
then bent to prevent their large new
warehouse, over which were several
suites of rooms occupied by the family
of w. E. Walther, John Hampshire and
mother and Dennis Bunnen and family
from suffering the same fate; but to nc
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16

To Cure Cold in One Day.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
let's. All druggists refund the money if
it fails to cure. 25c.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16
The DalIes, Aug. l;

DeWitt's Witch Hazel salve has the
largest sale of any salve in the world.
This fact and its merit has led dishonest
people to attempt to counterfeit it. Look
out for the man who attempts to deceive
you when you call for DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve. the great pile cure. Snipes-
Klnersly Drug Co.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16
To Cleanse the system

Efectually yet gently, when costive or
bilious, or when the blood is impure or
sluggish, to permanently overcome ha-
bitual constipation, to awaken the kid
neys and liver to healthy activity,
without irritating or weakening them,
to dispel headaches, colds. or fevers, use
Syrup of Figs. Manufactured by the
California Fig Syrup Co.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16

standing by, in number of cases were
refused. On the other hand, many who
were not members of the department
and had no property in jeopardy were
among the foremost to face the flames,
brayely fighting till the danger was
over. To them credit enough cannot be
given
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16

insurance
Lynch Bros. barber chop, loss not es-
timated.
wilder's photograph gallery, $1,000;
no insurance.
w. H. VanBibber, old Times Noun
taineer building, $500; no insurance.
Thos. Ward, household goods; COW
cred by insurance.
]. Fl. Cross, warehouse, 500; partly
COVERED by insurance.
Ward & Robinson, building occupied
by Johnston & Co.; covered by insur-
ance.
P. Anderson5 loss $1,000; insurance
$7Oo
FIRE NOTES.
w. A. Johnston had his hands severe
ly burned while carrying out goods from
the implement building.
Dalles people have had so many se-
rious experiences with fire that many
who were not in the immediate vicinity
of the eonhagration packed their house
hold goods, and were ready if the worst
come.
The large safe of Mays & Groves,
which was supposed to be fire-proof,
proved itself otherwise by blowing open.
However all the valuable papers had
been removed. The vault still remains
steadfast.
Several buildings caught during the
progress of the fire, among which were
the electric light plant, Columbia Brew
cry and the Diamond FIGURING Mills.
They were quickly extinguished by those
on the lookout.
Several of the small buildings on the
north side OF the burned district
were owned by R. B. Hood, but
the loss has not been estimated. Mr..
Hood, who is now in California, is ex-
pected here on a visit soon.
While helping to save some of the
household goods belonging to Tom
Ward, Harvey Allen was pushed off
high porch in front of their home, and
it is feared, internally injured. Latest
reports from his physician are to the
effect that he is improving and is likely
to recover.
Mays and Grove have removed part
of their goods into the vacant building
on the corner of Third and Federal Sts.,
and the remainder into the Vogt build
ing on Washington. Nothing definite
has been planned as yet; but it is ru-
mored that this firm will probably erect
brick on their vacant lots.
During the fire Mr.. Matthews, who
was sleeping in the building where the
fire originated, after escaping went back
to save trunk full of some articles, and
after throwing it through the window,
jumped out himself, severely burning
his hands and feet and otherwise shak-
ing him up, He was getting along
nicely yesterday.
Not the least interested in the
result of the fire was Louie Comi-
Mrs billy goat. which was seen to
mble slowly up Third street yesterday
and planting himself directly in front
of his former home, gazed wonderingly
on the ruins. Then diegustedly he
turned and walked across the street,
climbed up on the old ruins of the Fitz
Gerald building and spent most of the
day. Much sympathy is expressed for
Mr.. CoDaini in his loss, he and his fam
lily barely escaping with their lives, and
having no insurance whatever on their
goods.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16
NOTICE.

All freight for points east of The
Dalles must be delivered at the o. r.
& N. depot by 8 80 p. m. in order to GO
forward the same day. ALI freight for
points west of The Dalles must be de-
liyerde at the depot before p. m. to go
forward on train No. %, leaving at 40
next MOI uing, except perishabIe freight
which will be received from a. m. un-
til 7:l5 a. M. on the date the train
leaves. JAS. IRELAND, Agent.
ad S0d
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16

Cleveland wheels are selling in spite
of all the cheap wheels that are offering.
Call and see our 'es models. Maier &
Benton.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16
NOTICE.

All persons are hereby notified that 1
Will not be responsible for any bills con-
tracted by my wife.
JOSEPH KoHLER!
The Dalles, Aug. 13. 1w
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16

Sight Exchange and Telegraph1c
Transfers sold on New York, Chicago
st. Louis, San Francisco, Portland Ore
gon, Seattle Wash,, and various points
in Oregon and Washington.
Collections made at all points on fav.
orable terms.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1898-08-16
GIVE U. a Rest.

Gallery closed till August 22nd. 1t
will pay you to wait for CLIFFORD.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
STUDENTS ADVISED

Madison. Wis April "a mass meet.
ing of university students held ln the
gymnasium was addressed by President
Adams Hn discouraged the students
from rushing into service 40 present,
but advised them 20 rcorganzr and drill
and II they should Dee later TO go home
and raise companies. In this way they
could DO the most effective service he
said the recent action NJ the students
In tramplng % Spanish nag In the mud
was undignihcd. President Adams con-
tinued.
II heartily abhor war Up 10 the last
moment hoped that President Mckinley
would be able to accomplish what the
nation demanded by peaccable means
But that proved To be impossible Every
consideration Of humanity and national
honor requires that We fight II out 10 the
bitter end"
His speech was received with great en-
,husiasm. Acting on his suggestion i've
companies were Immediately formed and
oficered. Daily drills will be held.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
oRANn NRMy ro rlm rRoNr

Astoria. April ~ tEditor Astorian)--
The following circular lcttcr explains II.
self,
headquarters q, A, r.. department NJ
oregon Eugene, or, April -. ISIS.
80 the officers and comrades q. 4. n,
department " Oregon, Comrades; Under
this date have tcndcrcd the services ot
the members " the Grand Army ot the
Republic, department NJ oregon to GOV,
cruor ", T. Lord, In tho following COM
munlcation;
"ro W, r. Lord, Governor ot the state
of oregon Dear Sir amt Comradc,
should the oregon national quart be
called upon for the defense W tho ma.
uonal government. We hereby tender YOU
the services ot the members ot the Grand
Army " the Republic, ot this depart.
mcut Tor the defense ot our coast, utttll
such ,lmo as younger men could hc
drilled and prepared Tor acticc service
Yours In r. G. \ L.. Frank Rusucr, pc.
parjmcnt Commander"
Gushing Post please notify me at once
how many ~ our comrades can bc de-
pended upon 10 answer an emergency
call
Attention, cushing rost having al.
ready offered Your services please mako
necessary arrangements To take up
arms. Ry order " post commander
Thomas pcaly, adjutant
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
GOVERNOR BuDD READY.

San Francisco, April 2G-Rcferrlng to
the presidents call for troops and the APP
portonmcnt Of California. Governor
Budd said.
"The call Is for two twelve-company
regiments and two four-company battal-
ions, making 32 companies Of enlisted
men On the basis Of 103 men 10 the com
pany this would REQUIRE 32)G men. and
adding four batteries 10 this of 2DO men
each, will bring the number up to 1900
men. This will practically require the
entire national guarn. In twcnty-four
hours from the time / have Instructions
the guard will be mobilized to muster
into service. The call does not ask FOR
any cavalry and we have no artillery.
In this case ! shall supply the men to
man the batteries and the government
must furnish the guns. Under the pres
ent call it Is impossible TO use more than
half Of the officers Of the national guard.
I am not prepared to say what dlsposl-
lion will be made Of the remainder"
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
OWNED SALMON.

Spot business continues active In pink
Alaska. and a little better in red. which
is very low in stock There Is also
good trade doing In outside river Oregon
Chinooks at - cents. Few FISH are being
as yet taken on the Columbia river but
the prospects of the season are believed
to be good cutters are doing the busi-
ness on the basis of Sl.00 for tails. those
holding for more are out of II. The Sac
ramento river pack has just commenced
and is selling at cents less than the
above. In futures Puget Sound sockeyes
cutters are doing the business at 50 cents
the regular quotation being N cents.
These are all carload prices at primary
points.-Grocer and Country Merchant.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
WAR is DECLARED

Without further notice, against all who
try TO invade the tailoring business with
out any knowledge OF tho same. by =. J.
Meany. who So making suits on his own
premises OF fine casslmcr corkHcrcw ana
diagonal goods from So to go; fnc pants
from s. 10 3. Come and see Tor your
selves. No occasion TO send away for
clothes 90 hc made By carpenters ana
blacksmlths. when you can got them made
At home by responsible tailor. Highest
cash price paid for fur skins
= 1 MEANY.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
THE CHALLENGE ACCEPTED.
IIIT1 TFEIFIFIFs'7'IE sFT"T"TsI 7 IFI''
Astoria Football club Ladies Make Re-
ply 10 Their Lords

Astoria Football club Ladies Make Re-
ply TO Their Lords
Recently o team Of eight A. f. C. la
deis challenged their husbands to a
bowling match and sadly defeated them.
The gentlemen issued challenge for a
return match and the ladies' have ac-
cepted It, in the following letter:
Astoria. April 2G-Mr. f. VI. Gum.
Captain Of the Humlliated Lords-Dear
Sir: Your challenge Of the 22nd instant
Is at hand and has oeen duly consid-
cred bv the ladies' team We accept the
same, with all determination, TO prove
the fact that the lords Of creation" are
but thing Of the past, and the ruling
mower forever rests in fairer hands.
Furthermore should you require a
small handicap, we feel that we could
offer one without endangering our sue
cess.
You will name the date; when your
players have gained the required reDuta-
ton, sooner or later, we are ever ready
MRS. H. II. INGALLS,.
Captain A. f. c. Ladies' Team.
The fish tournament was resumed last
night, the oysters taking two games
from the shad and the CLANS and Sar-
dimes breaking even.
The best lady's score yesterday was
Miss Daisy stockton's 4j Miss Stockton
played remarkably well yesterday, win
ming one exciting game by making three
strikes in the last frame Harry Wheel
er was high for the gentlemen, with Co.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27

Both tho method and results when
Syrup of Figs is taken; il is pleasant
and refreshing Ia the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly ON the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels, clcanscs the sys.
tenn ctrcctually, dispcls colds, head.
aches and tcyrrs and cures hahitual
constipation, Syrup Of Figs is the
only remedy of it's kind ever pro.
duced, pleasing to the taste and ac.
ceptablc to the stomach, prompt in
its action AMI truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent qualities commend il
To all aud have made it the most
popular rYmcdy known,
Syrup " Figs is Tor sale in so
cent bottles by all leading drug.
gists, Any reliable druggist who
may not have it ON hand will pro.
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes 10 try IT, Donot accept any
substitute.
CALIFORNIA iTfG syrup co.
SN fRAsCISc0. ca
l0uSNtiE. a. 6Ew Y0SG hk
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
ARIZONA TROOPS.

Phoenix. Ariz.. April 26.-Colonel \. +
Brodie. OF Prescott. has been authorized
by Governor McCOrd. who acted under
instructions from the secretary Of war
to recruit two companies Of cavalry, con-
sIsting Of 10 men in all to enter active
service Immediately. The cayalrymcn
are 10 form a c0mpoBet part Of cavalry
regiment to be raised from various sec
tions Of the United States. Governor No
Cord made a strong EFFORT to prevail upon
the secretary Of war TO accept an entire
regiment Of cavalry from ARIZONA. but
was unsuccessful
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
INCREASED DEMAND FOR FRESH
SALMON

II is stated on good authority that the
prospects for an increase in the ship
ments Of fresh salmon from the Pacific
coast to the eastern markets are exceed
ingly bright. The cold storage men are
prepared to handle more fish than ever
before. and are to offer prices for sal
mon which viii probably keep the price
up to a good figure They are able to
outbid the cannerymen. and the latter
will be at a disadvantage In their efforts
to secure lower prices this season. It Is
believed that the canning season will
open with packers Offering AZ cents per
pound for their fish. Already the cold
storage men are offering to contract for
million pounds Of salmon most Of
which will come from the output on the
Columbia river, and will be shipped 20
the Atlantic coast and TO Interior points
and to Europe Shipping will commence
as soon as the season opens The output
Of fresh salmon Is expected to be - per
cent larger than last season-Flshing Ga
zette.
CSome Of the statements in the above
will cause a smile amongst experienced
cannerymen ana fshermcnJ
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
CHANGE OF FIRM.

Notice is hereby given that the under
signed has this day purchased the Interest
Of her co-partners In the arm known as
the Star Grocery Company. The business
Of said firm will hereafter be conducted
under her sole ownership and manage
ment under the same name and at tho
stme stand, No. 576 Commercial street
All bills due by the old frm have been
assumed by her and all outstanding sc-
counts OF said nrm are payable only TO
her.
HANNAH NJ GIBBS.
Astoria. oregon. April 8. 1898.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS.

Frederick S. Marie Knapp TO william
A. Sherman-southwest quarter Of south
east quarter and southeast quarter Of
southwest quarter Of section 8. and lot
2 Of section II, township 8 north. range
7 west 800.
c. r. Higgins to Jonathan o. Gerking
Lot 4. block 7, Astoria addition to War
renton. 500
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
WHAT 1T COSTS

Washington. April 9i-Thc rcpor, OF
the ways and means committee of the
house states that the expenses no pr,pl-
rltions Tor defense that have been going
on for nearly two months nrc no the rate
ot S25ooooun per month. or NnoNo"uo per
lnnum and the expenses NJ actual war
will be- much morr.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
FIRST SPANISH PRISONER.

Key West April &-u T.. M.-Thc tor
pvio boat Porter has arrived from m
the cuban coast and reports that the poe
sition OF he blockade continues un-
c.anged. There has been no hrInr on
either side The cruiser Cincinnati today
captured Lieutenant Fernandez. of the
Spanish army. who was returning 90 nus
family on a small sloop. Lieutenant Fer
nandez Is detained on the flagship
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
WHEN TRAVELLING

Whether on pleasure bent or business,
take on every trip a bottle Of Syrup OF
Figs, as It acts most pleasantly and ef-
fectually on the kidneys liver, and bow
els, preventing fevers, headaches, and
other forms Of sickness. For sale in 90
cent bottles by all leading druggists.
Manufactured by the California Fig syr-
up Company. only.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
CALIFORNIA Roops

Colonel W. II. Patton today rendered 20
Governor Budd the services of the first
regiment Of the southern California cav
airy Of Log Angeles county. recently or
Iganized and commanded by Colonel
Lnncs
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
ALLIANCE WITH BRITAIN.

Berlin, April &--Thc New York corrrs-
pond5nt ~ the Cologne Gaz.Jte cables his
paper that he learns from "an especially
trustworthy source" that agreements all
ready exist between the United States
and Great Britain. which lt the present
British cabinet continues In office. must
lead In the future course 90 events Co.. an
alliance.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
AsslGNEEs NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice Is hereby given that the under
signed has this day been appointed as
slgnee of Rcbceca Strauss. an insolycnt
debtor. Creditors OF the said assignor
are hereby notified to present their claims
under oath TO the undersigned within
three month from this date NJ his place
Of business at No 57S Commercial street.
Astoria. oregon.
Dated this lith day OF December. 1897.
n. sCHLusSEt.
Assignee ot Rebccea Strauss, an insolvcnt
L-LLnr
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
srocKnoLpERs, MEErINa

The annual meeting OF the stockholders
or the Astoria building and Loan Asso.
citation. vii, be held at their once. No
m Eleventh street, Astoria. oregon. on
Tuesday. May TO- ieS. for the purpose OF
elcctIng directors for the ensuing year and
the transaction Of any business that may
come before the mecGnE. Tho election
will be by ballot and will be held from 2
p m. until p m.
by order Of tho board OF directors.
Attest: r I. DUNBAR.
" l.. Robb Secretary. President,
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
TREAsURER's NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that there are
funds in the city treasury to pay all war
rants drawn on the general fund and en-
dorsed prior to November /, 1891 Interest
will cease after this date.
f. j. CARNEY,
City Treasurer
Astoria. Or. April %, lS98
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
WEsr pOINr CApErs.

Highland Falls. y. Y. April B-Wcst
Poin, today graduated the class of l'g,
This Is the first time since l'6l thar any
class has been graduated by.orc the end
OF the academic year !, may become
necessary 90 graduate second class
soon. \. \ Fries. NJ oregon is among
the ten hIrhcs, IN the class.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
THE NATIONS
AND NEUTRALITY
Continued from FIRST pagc)

Fdrallon Islands. 81 m.rs wcst of this
city, has been urged upon the ovrrn.
men, officials. Lieutenant Cloman ~ the
Fifteenth Infantry now commandant ot
the cadets at the state university. has
been requested Ia rrioin the army at the
front Ia a dispatch ". ca saws hts ser.
vices may De needed hcrr. Two hundred
and ht,y students or stanford will orcr
their services 20 the government
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27
AGENTa WANTED.

Agents and canvassers to sell DR..
Kicks Pocket Nose Inhaler for catarrh.
asthma. and lung and throat diseases.
Sells easy for st. Big profits. write for
sample and terms. Dr. Kick Medical
Company Cincinnati, o.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27

When going east travel on the North
ern Pacific railway. Quick time and the
only line running dining cars. Train
leaves Portland daily at II o'clock a. m.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1898-04-27

Mrs. X. Rasmussen is prepared to do
up curtains In satisfactory style. Good
work guaranteed Leave orders at Cleye-
lands bakery.