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The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

CT OP-PICKING," said young
Fl Durell, as he took a rosy
- - August apple from his
pocket, and fed 1t leisurely to the beau
tiful horse against which he leaned.
''Why, yes, 1t is a rather romantic busi-
ness, If you look upon it from roman
tic point of view. You're an artist eh
Come to sketch our little bits of roman
tic scenery? But there's nothing par
ticularly picturesque about our hop
fields Just sunshine and the gold
green of the clusters, and the curling
tendrils reaching out for something to
grasp at, and the air so blue and clear
that one can almost see the straight
lines of the sunshine. OF course, 1t
looks pretty to me, for 1 was born and
brought up upon 1t; but-excuse me
l can't see what there Is specially Wor-
thy of an artists pencil"
DO you see those long perspectives
of green alleys" said he; with figures
running in and out and the old wom-
an sitting among the fragrant heaps,
with the scarlet cloak, and two little
toddles at her feet? And yonder feeble,
bclIL Olu Will "dlcI Cd1lS Ol LIS
shoulders? Why, there are hundred
bits of genre here, to say nothing of
the background"
And Raymond took out his millboards
and color boxes, set up an impromptu
easel. and began diligently to paint.
Squire DurelPs son looked on with an
amused smile. To him, the machinery
OF the great hop farm was the real
business of life. Artists and such like
were merely pleasure seekers who dis
ported themselves airily on the out
skirts of creation.
'YOu will find some very pretty faces
here" said Dnrell eff you care for
sketching that sort of thing. People
come &c re from all parts of the country
in hop-picking time. Gypsies, tramps,
respectable poor workers who don't OBJ
ject to turning an honest penny, young
people who come here for the frolic of
the thing, and poor old wretches who
think that every season will be their
last. It's healthy, the doctors say. At
all events it's profitable. In hop-Season
there isn't cottage, farmhouse gar
ret, nor even a barn untenanted. There
are tents, a white sprinkle of them.
down in the meadow by the vines,
where people sleep at nights. You can
see them from here. You are staying
in this part of the neighborhood? No?
My father will be very glad to see you
up at the house, If you will honor US
by becoming our guest tonight"
And raising his light straw fSlt,
Daniel Durell went his way, the beau
tiful, satin-skinned white horse follow
ing like docile kitten at his heels
Hugh" he said to servant who
had come down with hamper from the
house, take cup of coffee and two or
three of these white rolls, with my COM
pliments to that gentleman in the white
linen coat who is sketching under the
trees. And, Hughv'
"SirT
"Did you carry the saRdine sand
wiches and the basket Of apricots and
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

One of the most prosperous farmers
in Oklahoma is Mrs. Jane Crumm. who
lives near Calumet. Four years ago
her husband died, and since then she
and>a 14-year-old boy have cultivated
800 acres of land, and this year raised
over 5000 bushels of wheat, besides
corn, oats and other things. The
widow plows every day and has paid a
large amount of obligations of her hus-
band since his death.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

The only difference between med
ding and investigating is that you al
ways investigate and the other fellow
NEEDLES.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Strange, If True.

There's a man in town who owns a
clock he has wound every night for
thirty-three years"
"That's nothing. We have a clock
that my husband has forgot to wind
every night for forty years."
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

Nearly 1000, 900 women in Spain
work in the field as day laborers; $780,
900 women are registered as day SER
vants-that is, they work for their food
and lodging. There is no such class
anywhere else.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
A Relnarkab Plant.

A flower known as the larghing
plant, which grows in Arabia, is SO
called because its seeds produce effects
like those produced by laughing gas.
The flowers are of bright yellow. while
the seeds resemble small black beans
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
WHEAT So A BUSHEL.

Some farmers are holding their wheat be-
cause they think the price will go to 81
bushel. The price, however, may go down
and thus great losses will follow. In all
matters delays are dangerous, particularly
SO in sickness. At the first sign of bilious
ness, dyspepsia, indigestion or constipa-
ton cure yourself with Hostetter's Stom-
ach Bitters
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
GOOD Field for women DOCTORS.

Good Field for Women Doctors.
One reason why female physicians
are so plentiful in Russia is that the
country includes among its Inhabitants
over 100000 Mohammedans, who do
not allow male physicians to treat
women.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
President Mckinley a Pipe Smoke,

President Mckinley a Pipe Smoker
President Mckinley has become a
pipe smoker; Attorney General Griggs
chews tobacco privately; Postmaster
General Smith smokes cigarettes; Sec
retary Gage smokes cigars and chews
tobacco; Secretary Alger Is an invet-
crate smoker. The abstainers of the
cabinet are Secretaries Day, Bliss and
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

When coming to San Franciso go to
Brooklyn Hotel, 2OS-212 Bush street.
American or European plan. Room and
board $1.O0 to $3.50 per day; rooms 80 cents
to $1.00 per day; single meals 25 cents.
Free coach. Chas. Montgomery.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Follow It UD.

OllOW IL UP.
Sit down and cool off suddenly, and
then regret it, for stiffness and soreness
is bound to follow. Follow it up with
St. Jacobs Oil and you will have nothing
to regret from prompt cure.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

The production of electric energy by
the direct action of the atmosphere is
now claimed to be- possible with bat
terry ion which there is a peculiar treat
ment of plates Of compressed graphite.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

The first vessel to carry the American
flag around the world was the ship Co.
iumbia, which sailed from the port of
Boston September 80, 1887.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

A novel cure for consumption, it is
said, has been for some time in use by
DR.. J. B. Murphy, of Chicago. The
remedy consists in the hypodermic in
lection of pure nitrogen into the lungs.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

The skin of the reindeer is'so imper-
vious to the cold that anyone clothed
in such dress, with the addition of a
blanket of the same material may bear
the intensest rigors of an Arctic winter 8
night
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
800 REWARD 800.

The readers of this paper will be pleased to
learn that there is at least one dreaded disease
that science has been able to cure in all its
stages, and that is catarrh. Hall Catarrh Cure
is the only positive cure known to the medical
fraternity. Catarrh being constitutional dis
ease, requires a constitutional treatment
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, acting
directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces
ton ii R OF the disease, % and giving the the % patiemt
strength by building up the constitution and
assisting nature in doing it's work. The pro-
prietors have SO much faith in its curative
powers, that they offer One Hundred Dollars
for any case that it fails to cure. Send for list
of testimonials Address
+: j. CHENEY & CO.. Toledo, o.
Sold by druggists, 75c.
HaI,s Fau, Nv pills ba hast
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

Some men would rather be right than
be President, but there are others who
never make an effort to be either.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

If you want the best wind mill, pumps,
tanks, plows, wagons, bells of all sizes,
boilers, engines, or general machinery, see
or write JOHN POOLE, foot of Morrison
street, Portland, Oregon.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
STRONG STATEMENTS.
Three Women Relieved Of Female
Troubles by Mrs. Pinkham.

From Mrs A. W. SMITH, SO Summer
St, Biddeford, Me-:
For several years I suffered with
various diseases peculiar to my sex.
Was troubled with burning sensation
across the small of my back. that all
gone feeling. was respondent. fretful
and discouraged; the least exertion
tired me. / tried several doctors but
received little benefit. At last / de-
cided to give your Lydia E Pinkham's
Vegetable Compound a trial. The eff
feet of the first bottle was magical.
Those symptoms of weakness that I
was afflicted with, vanished like vapor
before the sun. I cannot speak too
highly of your valuable remedy. 1t is
truly a boon to woman"
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

No. household fS complete without bot
tie of the fHrnous Jesse Moore Whiskey. 1t
is pure and wholesome stimulant rec
commended by all physicians. Don't me-
glect this necessity.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

st. Jacobs Oil cures Rheumatism.
St. Jacobs Oil cures Neuralgia.
St. Jacobs Oil cures Lumbago.
st. Jacobs Oil cures Sciatica.
St. Jacobs Oil cures Sprains.
St. Jacobs Oil cures Bruises.
St. Jacobs Oil cures Soreness.
st. Jacobs Oil cures Stiffness.
st. Jacobs Oil cures Backache.
st. Jacobs Oil cures Muscul ar aches
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

eI1e Permanently Cured. No fits or nervousness
LllO after first days of Dr. Kline's Great
Nerve Restorer. Send for FREE $500 trial
bottle and treatise. DIR. r. q. KLINE, Ltd, $50
Arch street, Philadelphia, Pa.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Good Evidence.

Lawyer-Why did you discharge that
man arrested for scorching?
Judge Pedals That man
wasn't scorching. Impossible! Why,
he only rode last years model of
low grade wheel. Now, If he had been
riding q Crackadoom, as do
But right there the lawyer interposed,
and the same old endless discussion on
the merits Of different wheels was re-
sumed.-St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Any one who will patronize an excur-
sion viii laugh at circus clown
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

A scientist looking for microbes says
there are absolutely none on the Swiss
mountains at an altitude of 2,OOO feet.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

What has become Of the old-fashion-
I'D man who ,said, "No, don't, nutherT r.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

SOUL Is worth
more than q SER
mon.
True love slays
lust.
Love Is never
wasted.
Too many good
resolutions die in
their infancy.
Shallow brooks
make much bab-
BILE.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

From Mrs. MELISSA PHILLIPS, Le1.
ington, Ind, to Mrs. Pinkham:
'Before 1 began taking your medicine
I had suffered for two years with that
tired feeling, headache, backache. noap-
petite, and rundown condition of the
system. I could not walk across the
room. I have taken four bottles of the
Vegetable Compound, one box of Liver
Pills and used one package of Sanative
Wash, and now feel like new woman,
and am able to do my work"
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Dewey's Expepses

DO"Cy AsAPChsCSs
Admiral Dewey's expenditures in
powder and shell to sink the Spanish
feet at Manila, according to his own
official report, was about $45, 900. The
cost for the same item in disposing of
Admiral Cervera's feet off Santiago is
between 100000 and 100000. Ex-
perts regard the figures IN both cases as
low.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

|Sy.M RzfxuaerS-
Ca)REGoN BlooDPOR
= HE4ZH RES7ORER.
~~>~~ uSElf!

The waters of the Grand Falls of
Labrador have excavated a chasm 80
miles long.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

From Mrs. MoLLIE E. HERREL, Pow
ell Station. Tenn:
"For three years suffered with such
weakness of the back. I could not
perform my household duties. also
had falling of the womb. terrible bear
ing-down pains and headache. 1 have
taken two bottles of Lydia e. Pink.
hams Vegetable Compound and feel
like a new woman. ! recommend your
medicine to every woman l know"
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

OF the bog moss sphagnum there are
no fewer than 215 species, about 600
varieties.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

In the fall cleanse your system by using
DR.. Plumbers Oregon Blood Purifier.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
TRUMPET CALLS.

Rams Horn Sounds a Warning Note
to the Unredeemed.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

tending not t&hea-."
Durell smiled.
EThat's aght," said he, 'and don't
forget the cold meat and slices of new
bread for old Dunstable. He grows
weaker and weaker every day, and
there was nothing but the heel of loaf
l. and a black-cheese rind in his dinner
tsket, for l saw it myself"
tits all right, SIR" said Hugh.
And then Durell, going up to the great
Sc, shrewdly noticed all the hop
hers as they sat and lay around un-
the shadow of the vines In the
far niente of the noon intermis-
and finally came into the great,
room where the scent of cheese
Ing filed the air, and the muslin
ins futtered to and fro in the
The squire himself sat there, equity
but content Iced claret and cold chick
en- were ton the table; forced hot house
peaches scented the atmosphere; a plate
of deviled tongue, with curry sauce,
supplied the fiery element, and delicate
outlets, Dreaded and fried in egg, were
brought in. The old gentleman's face
frightened at the sight of his son.
ut has seemed long day without
you, my boy" said he. "Sit down, sit
down. Do you know, Daniel, I've been
thinking all the morning that 1 wish
you'd bring a wife home to the old
~ She would be company for me
u are gone. Why don't you
:. my ladY'
been thinking Of 1t, father"
lures son. But what would
ir, If 1 were to marry a Door
quire set down his glass of iced
evidently this was entirely
of the matter.
girl, Daniel?'
poor girl, father, and as
anu lovely as yonder half-opened
I'D. You will perhaps laugh at
he added, "but I have lost my
to one of our hop-pickers."
nielr'
name is Mary Ravenel, sir. I
saw her before this season. She
ing hops with her aunt, or some
relat.ve-a pale, fragile looking
ut as beautiful as a dream. And
her."
bid squire shook his head.
hn trust you, my son." said he
Fhoever you choose to bring here
as welcome as the flowers In
all this time the artist, strolling
long to observe the various
came upon a pale faced girl in
a girl with large, melting, wine
pes, straight, pure features and
* hair, overhanging her fore
mist of jet
savenelv' he cried, In tone
lmaZement.
Mss Ravenel,'" she smiled
ou are astonished to see me
the doctor declared that hop
Id be the very thing for
t Verna brought me, and
And 1 am really accom-
hders in the hop-picking
bwn here and eat some of
bus dollhouse grapes. They
n daily by an unknown
is," as Aunt Verna
snOt exactly un-
FDurells son. He
hg all these delight
tell him over and
mo need of them.
| am starving dress
\pg of the kind, with
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

My doctor said I would die, but Piso's
Cure for Consumption cured me:-Amos
Kelner, Cherry Valley, ILL.,, Nov. %, 1895.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

In the hotels built in China for the
use of foreigners, the highest stories are
the most expensive because the
breeZiest.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

Astronomers say that in our solar
system there are at least 1900, 900
ofo Of oil Si1ao
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

Copra is a preparation of the cocoanut
made in great quantities in tropical
islands all over the world.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

There is cafe in Venice which has
never been closed, night or day, for $50
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Sold by druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best

The average weight of a brain is
greater in China than in any European
country excepting Scotland.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Use DR.. Plumbers oregon Blood Purifier now.

The basin of the St. Lawrence river
covers $50, 900 square miles, of which
16O. 900 are in Canada.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21


One complaint seems to get ripe in
autumn, and that is neuralgia. To
soothe the pain, strengthen the nerves
and rid the system of it, use St. Jacobs
Oil, the best known cure.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Shawl for an Empress.

One of the most wonderful shawls in
existence is woolen wrap presented as
a wedding gift to the empress of Russia
by women of Orenburg, town in the
southeastern part of the empire. When
spread out it is 10 yards square, but is
so exquisitely' fine that it may be
passed through finger ring, and when
folded makes parcel a few inches
square.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

1t is the custom of Persian ladies,
VIXEN they make social calls, to throw
roses at one another.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Do You
Like BoiIs

If you do not, you should take Hoods
and it will purify your blood,
cure your boils and keep your system free
from the poisons which cause them. The
great blood purifying power of Hoods sar-
saparilla is constantly being demonstrated
by its many marvellous cures.
Hoods SarsapariIIa
Hood's pills cure Sick Headache IS cents.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21

DEAR EDIToR:-If you know of O solicitor or
canvasser in your city or elsewhere, especially
a man who has solicited for subscriptions, in
surance, nursery stock, books or tailoring, or a
man who can sell goods, you will confer q
favor by telling him to correspond with us; or
if you will insert this notice in your paper and
such parties will cut this notice out and mail
to US, we may be able to furnish them a good
position in their own and adjoining counties
Address,
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
Prosperous Woman Farmer.

Hood's pills cure Sick Headache. IS cents.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1898-10-21
le young girl in

be young girl in
b take 'em, Mr..
e was all for call
4 minded your order,
! as fast as I could,
hear"
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-19
Avoid An Early Grave.

How often do we hear, that the ave-
nue. to an early grave was opened by
neglecting slight cough and cold.
Profit by this truth, and provide your
self with DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup, which
instantly cures all atand lung afIec-
tions. Mr.. w. II. Mahoney, Lowell,
Mass, writes 81 was taken sick with
a bad cold. The doctors did not seem
to help me, and everybody said 1 was
getting consumption, when a relative
recommended DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup.
Igot q bottle and it helped me. and
after taking two bottles l was cured,
to the surprise of everybody. I shall
always recommend it to my friends,
as know it to be sure cure" Dr.
Bulls Cough Syrup is sold everywhere
for 2j cents. Don't acccpta substitute.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-19
Caldwell is to be Given An
other Chance.
WILL PRESIDE TOMORROW
THE MILEAGE-BOOK RATE TO
BE ARGUED.
THE FISH RATE ALSO INVESTIGATED
Caldwell will Preside as Chairman of the Com
mission, as Though the Resignation
Accident fIad Never Occurred.

The Governor has not appointed n
successor to Chairman Caldwell Of the
Railroad Commission and he may never
do 50.
Certainly it will not be done until after
the meeting tomorrow.
Mr.. Caldwell, it seems, has made GER
tain professions as. TO what he intends
TO do in regard to the rate situation and
His Excellency proposes to wait ana
see how these professions and good IN
tentions pan out.
The Commission meets at 10 O'Clock
tomorrow morning and at that time
Mr.. Caldwell will preside. He and Mr..
Pearson are expected to arrive eithei
this afternoon or tonight.
In addition to the regular docket two
matters of more than usual interest and
Importance are to come before the Com
mission.
Exceptions of the Southern, Atlantic
Coast Line and Seaboard Airline to
the mileage-book rate are to he heard
and an examination made into the rate
on fish charged by the Southern Express
Company Fishermen from Moreheau
and Newborn will be here to testify and
give such information as the Commission
may desire relative to the fish industry
OF the State.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-19
Nix. CAMERON GOES no CHINA.
Accepts Position With u Large Ger.
man Export House.

Mr.. Duncan Cameron will leave Raj
eigh in Il few days to make his home in
China
He goes there to represent a large Ger
man export company and will have
charge of the shipping department of n
branch office in Hong-Kong. His salary,
it is said, will be $4,000 Il year with good
chances of promotion.
Mr., Cameron is n son of Gen. Francis
II. Cameron and one of Raleigh's best
young business men. He has for some
time been delivery clerk at the Seaboard
Air Line freight office here and it is with
reluctance that his superior officers ac-
cept his resignation. A young man of
high character and pleasant address. he
is universally popular.
While Raleigh people will rejoice in the
good fortune that has come to Mr. Cam
eron they regret to see him leave the
city.
He starts for San Francisco about
April Both. Ten days later he embarks
for Shanghai, where he will remain for
sometime receiving instruction in regard
to the business of which he is to have
charge.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-19
REM ARKABLE RESCUE.

Mrs. Michael Curtain, Plain6eld, Ills.
makes the statement, that she caught
cold which settled on her lungs: she was
treated for a month by her family physi
clan, but grew worse. He told her she
was a hopeless victim OF consumption
and that no medicine could cure her
Her druggist suggested DIR. Kings DIS
covery for Consumption; she bought q
bottle and TO her delight found herself
benefited from first dose. She continued
It's use and after taking six bottles, found
herself sound and we'll; now does heI
own housework, and is as well as she
ever was--Ifree trial bottles of this Great
Discovery at any Drug Store. Large
bottles 80 cents and $1.00.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-04-19
MEMORIAL DAY EXERCISES.

\ special invitation rs given all eX-
Confederate soldiers TO be present and
participate in the exercises of Memorial
Day, on Tuesday, May 10th, 1898, in the
city of Raleigh.
All who can do so. arc requested 10
come mounted. TO act as rnarshals that
day. 1t is hoped that many will come to
assist in perpetuating the memory of
those who wore the gray.
The Ladies' Memorial Association will
spread a lunch at the Soldiers Home at
II O'Clock ON that day. and earnestly re-
quest all veterans to attend and partake
of their hospitalities.
l.. OBJ. Branch Camp, No. 51J, Con
federate Veterans viii turn out in force,
and will appear in their new regulation
uniform on that occasion
Notify Mr.. Il. II. Bradley, chief mar
shall. if you can attend, by postal or 9th
erwise.