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FURTHER ANSWER TO FURTHER
DRIvEL.

At San Francisco or Puget sound
the grain Is put into foreign ships
that reach thosa ports trsdependent OF
the railroads. The railroads are done
with k-they sat 10 further money
or other benefit from st. But how
is Il with the wheat had down at
Portland Way, every grain OF II has
10 pay another toll to the Q. r. 4 n.
before II can be exported. Aside from
the enormous quantities manipulated
for trans shipment to export ships at
San Francisco-upon which the o. Z.
& n. collects a toll OF $40 a ton-no
ship can cross the Columbia river bar
and reach Portland without paying
the O. r. & N. Co. for the privilege
Astog4an, Dec. is.
The charge made by the o. R. &
N. Co. for towing a grain ship from
sea to Portland and return, Is les
than the charge made by the Puget
Sound Tugbont Company for towing a
grain ship from Tacoma and return
Thus the Portland company does more
10 aid ships corning here than the
Puget sound company does fer ships
going to Tacoma This is one Of the
reasons why PortlaDd's grain fleet for
the season to date numbers 81 ships,
while that Of Puget sound numbers
bnt '5 OF the enormous quantities
(of wheat) manipulated for trans
shipment to export ships at San Fran
CISCO" they have reached, for the first
five months Of the cereal year. the
stupendcus total Of 7427i bushels, Of
light wheat sent south to mix with
heavy California wheat on this
enormous quantity" three or four
small coasting steamers Of an opposi-
tion line. and the two steamers Of the
o. +. & N Co., divided the fabulous
sum OF about 5000. Portland's foreign
wheat shipments for the period men
toned, exclusive OF flour to the Orient
and Europe, amounted 70 S.0i0,S7S
bushels. Verify. the possibilities Of
words and figures. when manipulated
by irresponsible knockers" are great.
Yesterdays oregonian.
The attention Of the country press is
calico 10 the significance Of the above
comment. It involves the admission
by the Cregonian Of one Of the most
vital truths in the Astoria contention.
The statement is mhde that the charge
for towing ships from the sea 20 Ia
coma IS cheaper than the charge for
towing ships from the sea TO Portland.
Portland, therefore, from the Oregon f.
ian's standpoint is a cheaper port 70
reach from the sea than Tacoma Now,
the distance to Portland over the 0. n. .
& ~. water level grades from interior
points like walla Walla and Pendl@ton
is much shorter than from th9 same
points over tn mountain grades to
Tacoma. Thus Portland must BE- not
only cheaper port from the a than
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17
a srGE CURE FOR GROUP.
Twenty .ya Icau' Constant Usc
Without Fuiur

The ae., indication ~ Group IL
hnarsncss, and In child subject "a
thar disease 81 may h- taken as a
sur. v.su ~ the approach OF AN at.
tack. FOLLOW ms th. hu2rsurss a. "A
peculiar rough cough n Chamber
Atu's Cough Remedy is given as the
child brcpm-F hoaur. or even after
thu croupy cough appears. IL viii pre-
ven, the attack Il ls used IN many
thousands NJ homes In this broad
land ana never diHappolntB the nnx-
ious mothers We have yet to learn
II single instance In which II has
not proved effcctul. No other prcpa-
ration can ahOw such record
twenty-five years constant Use with
out a failure. For sale by Charles
Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

In the District Court Of the United
States, for the District Of Oregon.
In Bankruptcy.
In the matter Of Charles NJ. Celer,
bankrupt.
To the creditors Of Charles NJ. Ccller,
OF the county of Clats0p state Of ore
gon, and district aforesaid, a bankrupt.
Notice Is hereby given that on the
2lst day u November, 1893, the gldd
Charles NJ Cellcr was duly adjudi-
Gated bankrupt. And that the 6rst
meeting Of his creditors will be held at
room No 4, Page building, corner Of
Commercial and Twelfth streets, the
city Of Astoria, Oregon, on Tuesday,
the Ind day Of January, 1900, at the
hour OF one o'clock in the afternoon Of
said day at which time the said credit
ors may attend, prove their claims, ap-
point a trustee, examine the bankrupt,
and transact such other business as
many properly come before said meet
ing.
CHAS. II. PAGE,
Referee in Bankruptcy.
Astoria, Oregon, Dec. 8, 1899
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SIC Of OhIo. CIty Of Toledo. Lucas

state Of Ohio, City Of Toledo, Lucas
County, IS.
Frank j. Cheney makes oath that hi
is the senior partner Of the firm of F
J. Cheney & Co., doing bushes in thf
City Of Toledo. County and State
aforesaid and that said firm will pay
the sum Of 800 FOR each and ever
case Of catarrh that cannot be cured
by the use Of Halls Catarrh Cure.
FRANK J. CHENEY.
Sworn 20 before me and subscribed
in my presence this 9Th day Of Decem.
Der, A. D. 1885
a. W. GLEASON, Notary Public.
(SEAL)
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken inter.
nally and acts directly on the blood
and mucous surfaces OF the system
Send for testimonials free.
F. ]. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, o.
Sold by druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best
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"One Minute Cough Cure is the bes,
remedy ever used for coughs and colds
II ls unequalled for whooplng cough
Children all like IT," writes II. N. WI J.
iams, Gentryville. Ind Never falls
II Is the only harmless remedy that
gives immediate results. Cures coughs,
colds, hOarseness, Group, pneumonia,
bronchitis and all throat and lung
troubles. It's early use prevents con-
sumption. Chas Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

All Astorians who visit Portland and
desire spending a pleasant evening in
company with polite people and in the
enjoyment Of an uneIcelled musical
program, should go to the Fredericks-
burg. Besides vocal and instrumental
selections there are many other at
fractions to delight the visitors. The
new management Is making the Freder-
a well-merted SUCCESS.
BROWN & GRANT. Props.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

The Eaker City Republican has an
article beginning.
IT'S a lie"
Every word is a lie. and every
argument is bassd on a false prom
ise."
These We're the statements mad
yesterday by a visiting railroad man
who is familiar with the great traffic
problems Of the world. His remarks
were called forth by the latest utter
ances Of one OF Astoria's newspapers
in its eighteen months attempt TO
force The o. r. & N railroad 10 ex-
tend the rate on wheat from the In
land Empire to Portland 100 mlles
further to Astoria.
And then follows a column Of
"l-g1ment" contributed by the rail
road man."
The Astorlan cheerfully ackaow-
ledges that the railroads arr opposed
to the Astoria Proposition. The obtuse
Republican fails % see that this very
fact sustalns the Astorlan's position.
The Republican does not pretend
that a single individual in Baker
county would b. injured by extend
ing the rate on wheat from tn In
land Empire 20 Portland, 100 mites
further to Astoria" Then why that
papers seeming bitter hostility? Since
the reason is apparent the Astorian is
not giving away" secrets in .elling
It.
The editor Of the Republican vas
first known 70 same as the free silver
journalis:-poliuclan Of Florence.
city Of At last 100 people situated
somewhere down the coast
Lately he has posed as the original
and main advocate II the election Of
Mr.. Scott 70 he United States seaat.
and is striking our bIindly lr every
direction to attract the favorable at
t-ntion Of the Oregoniaa. colonel
Alley wants an Office.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Ny son has been troubled for years
with chronic dlarrhOca. Sometime
ago / persuaded him 20 take some OF
ChamheTlainS COllc, Cholera and
WarrhOca remedy. After using two
bottles Of the 2j-cent size he was
cured. give this testimonial hoping
some one similarly afflicted may read
II and be benefited THOMAS G.
BOWER. Glsncoe, o. For sale by
CharleS Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17
CALL FOR WARRANTS.

Notice Is hereby given 10 all parties
holding Clatsop County warrants en-
dorsed prior to September /. 1897, TO
present the same TO the County Treas
urer at his office, 164 Tenth street, for
payment, Interest ceases after this
date.
Dated, Astoria, Oregon, this twelfth
dty Of December, 1899.
II. c. THOMPSON,
County Treasurer
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

As l cure for rheumatism Cham
berlain's Pain Balm Is gaining a wilde
reputation. -. B. Johnston Of Rich
mOnd. Ind. has been troubled with
that ailment since 1862. In speaking
of h he says: 'T never found any
thing that would relieve me until
used Cham b-rlain's Pain Balm. II
acts lika magic with me. My foot
was swollen and palning ne very much
but one good application OF Pain
Balm relieved me. Fof sale by
Charles Rogers
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Miss Annie +. Cunning. Tyre. Mich.
says: Il suffered a long time from dys-
pepsdO. lost fiessh and became very
weak. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure complete
ly cured me" II diEcsts what you eat
and cures all forms Of stomach trouble
II never fails TO give immediate relief In
the worst casss. ChSs Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

II takes but a minute to overcome
tickling In the throat and 10 stop
cough by the use OF One Minute Cough
Cure. This remedy quickly cures all
forms Of throat and lung troubles
Harmless and pleasant 10 take. 1t pre-
vents consumption. A famous specific
for grippe and It's after effects Chas
Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Il was nearly dead with dyspspsia,
tried doctors. visited mineral apr ngs.
and grew worse. used Kodol Dys-
pepsia Cure. That cured me" II dl-
gests what you eat. Cures Indigestion,
sour stomach. heartburn and ali forms
OF dyspepsia. Chas Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

PurIhcs the blood by eliminating all
poisonous matter. stimulating the Sc
crctlons, regulating the bowels and aid.
ing nature In throwing OF that which
makes a yellow skin. The effect on the
COMPLEXION is quite pronounced. as
a few DAYS use will demonstrate.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Mr. j, sheer Salalia. Mo. slvHd % s
ch.id's ~, ~ one Minute Cough Curc.
Doctors had given her up tn dl. with
Group. I's am i.flNibe cure FOR
coughs colds. grippe. pneumonia. brun-
chiJ.s and throat and lung troubles.
Relieves al once. Chas Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Mrs Il. Churchill. Berlin. VT. says:
our baby was covered with running
sores. DcWitts witch Hazel Salve
cured her" A specific for piles and
skin diseases. Beware Of worthl a.
counterfeits. Chas Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

]. b, Clark. Peoria. H.. says: sur
geons wanted TO operate on me for piles,
but | cured them with Dewtt's Witch
Hazel Salve." II Is iniallible for piles
and skin diseases Beware Of counter.
feats. ChGs Rogers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

All communications intended for pub
lication should be directed TO the edi-
tor business communications OF all
kinds and remittances must be address
ed 20 The Astorian."
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17
THE EXCELLENCE OF SYRUP OF FIGS


is Que not only to the originality anI
simplicity Of the combination. but also
to the care and .Skil, with which it =
manufactured by scientific processes
known 10 the CALIFORNIA FIa SYRur
Co only, and we wish to impress upon
all the Importance Of purchasing the
true and original remedy. As the
genuine Syrup Of Figs is manufactured
BY the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP Co.
only, a knowledge OF that fact will
assist one in avoiding the worthless
limitations manufactured by other par
ties, The high standing OF the Cali.
FoRSIA FIe SYRUP Co. with the medi.
cal profession, and the satisfaction
which the genuine Syrup Of Figs has
given TO millions OF families, makes
the name Of the Company a guaranty
Of the excellence Of its remedy. II Is
far in advance OF all other laxativeS
as it acts on the kidneys, liver and
bowels without irritating or weaken.
ing them, and it does not gripe nor
nauseate. In order TO get its beneficial
effects, please remember the name OF
the Company
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.
sAN FRANCISCO, Cal
LOrnVILLE. Ky NV YORK. K.ML
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17
ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE.

The annual meeting Of the stock
holders Of the Alaska Fishcrmena
Packing Company will be held at
o'clock on Monday, January g. 1900, at
Hanthorn hall. @. D. MOEN,
President.
Attest: JOHN NoRDsTROM, Sec.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

The As;oran guarantees to its Ad-
vertisers the largest circulation OF any
newspaper published on the Columbia
river.
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ASTORIAN
BARGAIN
COLUMN

The Most for Cash,
| am advertising Tor lhc Ct,s,h
gu,cty trade tur which | ufror the
FULLEST wVEdta and lnw,Ut prlccH,
tNvryIng C',Iu ana fresh
lwWpt attention.
CHARLES LARSON.
tro,cHva and CroCkcry,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

DeWitt's Little Ear1y Riscrs purify
the blood. ciean the liver. invigorats
the system. Famous littLe pills for con-
stipation and liver troubles ChAs Rog.
erS
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

When man is IN his cups. he is Rp,
Go SET into family tuS
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

When a man offers to produce evil
dence to prove what he says, always
let him do II.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

The smaller the hole some men gS
into. the louder they howl.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

You may lead man 10 drink. but
you can't make him cake wafer
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Advertising rates can be mad on az
plIcation TO the business manager.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

The protllgatc rake is ncvcr able I,
hoe his own row
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Who Does Your Laundry
We claim. and We win prove 10
every one, that we have the best
AMI most up-to.date laundry on the
Coast A trial order will convince
the most particular. II you want
neat, prompt work. try the
CITY STEAM LAUNDRY.
Sta Franklin Avenue.
r. sCHIMPFERMAN. Prop.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Liquor affects a mans brain. 10 h
has any. II not. 8, Affects his legs
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IT is impossible 10 suppress the mDln
who imaglnes he can tell Il funny
story.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

II IL always the ,rlr-unml3y man
thl;t ilys thr blame ON othca
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

The man who poses as an Apollo IS
usually nothing but an apology for
one.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

Some mems heads are Like vacaI
rooms-they lack furniture
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

You can't always Dll what man
thinks Of you by what he says.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17
REPORT
OF THE CONDITION or THE
First National Bank
or
ASTORIA,

/ Al Astoria, In The Satc ot ONgop. a,
I the close % business, Docomho, 1892
RESOURCES
Loan, and iiscuunts.,,,..,.,.S 500, 5sS IS
/ OvcNirCs SNvur1d and un-
NNUrtu. ,,... ....,.....,,.,., lV.--N NJ
lauon ............,,........ 1880 20
I Premium on L. :. houJs., g0l %
Stocks s2curiu IS, ctc..,.,.., 99.35S q
/ Real EstIte ..,...........,., HIi o.
r,vtrye aSatsi ..,.,..,.,,.,. - WV :.s,9 g.
pue from state banks and
bankers ",.,,..,,,.,,..,,', sLass 80
agents ....'..,.......,....,.. iO5.35i OF
ChccKs and other cash items 500 O5
Notes Of other national banks lSS %
Nickels and cents,....,,,,,,.. IS II
Lawful money rServe IN
bank, viz;
Specie ......,...... Se6,5S0 90
- 1890 %
Redemption fund with U. S.
treasurer IS per cent of
ctrculation) ................. 669 30
Total ........... ......,SSs. IlO Il
LIABILITIES.
Capital stock paid in,.......S $1,000 %
surplus fund ......,......,,. 5000 "
Undivided profits, lass ex-
penses and taxes paid. 1855 So
National bank notes out
standing ........... ......,. ASOO "
6SnkeTs @ .'..'........1....1" " 1903 Of
Individual deposits
subject 90 check. .t3S6. sos %
Demand certificates
Of deposit ......... so,s04 50
Certified checks 49,. s27 q i76.7S7 70
IOtal ...'........ ...s.,.'N NoSo,tlV ~
State Of Oregon. County OF Clatsop ~
!. s. s. Gordon, cashier OF the above
named hank. do solemnly swear that
the above statement Is true 10 the
best Of my knowledge and belief.
S. S. GORDON. Cashier.
Subscribed and sworn 10 before me
this 7th day OF December. 1899
c. r. THOMSON. Notary Public.
W. NJ. LADD.
W. F. MGREGOR,
JACOB kAMM.
Directors.
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Sent by mall. per year ....,,,.,.',.16oo
Sent by mail, per molth ........... 80
Served by carrier, per month ..... 90
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Some men manage % make both
end met by leaving the middle
empty.
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sEAIf-WEEKLY.

Sent by mail, per year, in advance sso0
Postage free to subscribers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

The average man Is ur.al abs,ainer
from total abstinence
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

No man would be willing to swear
20 everything he says during court
ship.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

The monkey has one advantage over
the Anglo manic-he's imported
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1899-12-17

For n Holiday Gift
Their IN nothing niccr than ptvco
of dvrrwiurc W cut glaFc. hnvu
- compare assortment of tho hltrat
productions nj Nvlisbislhc pfaccS
II. EKSTRoM.
The Jeweler.
10 Commercial Street
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DAILY.

TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION.
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Better Than Ever
The Pond Street Fish Market Il
better than ever prepared TO supply
fresh and salt nsh OF all kinds.
Goods delivered TO any part or the
city aud satisfaction guaranteed.
RONU STREET FISH MARKET.
al Bond Street
Millinery Novelties
desire 10 further call the Gtten-
tion OF the ladies 10 my handsome
stock Of trimmed millinery. II com.
prlscS the latest orealions OF the
millinery art. and l am Offering re-
duced rates for the next 30 days.
MISS McRAE.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-25
China'S One Hone.

Lord Charles Beresford, in his speech
at the American-Asiatic association
dinner in New York, Thursday even
ing, said some very plain things in a
direct way. His careful study OF the
Chinese question gives his statements
exceptional authority and some Of
these it may be well, not only for the
United States, but for England, Ger.
many ana Japan to regard as sigHif-
cant. He does not consider that a
decision merely affirming the open door
policy is in any sense adequate. The
condition Of "the room beyond the omen
door should enter largely into the de-
liberatlons. At present he states de-
cidedly that the room" is n scene
OF vast disorder ard that until radi-
cal house-cleaning measures are insti-
tuted the existing barriers are slender
enough. At present China is rot a
country into which capitalists and
financiers will madly rush. as they
would demai.h more security than is
now assured. The fact is. Lord Charles
asserts, that China is fast going TO
pieces and must continue to dislnte-
CRATE unless some new resources can
be developed. The payment OF foreign
loans has exhausted her available as
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-25
The Secretary of War.

At a future time when present cSas-
porations shall be forgotten il will be
Interesting for the student of politics
to review the career of Russell y. Al
ger as secretary Of wal It will be
worth while as illustrating The influ-
cnCe of personality upon public opinion
and as showing the disposition of pop
ular criticism to pursue men in public
life who lack a sense Of humor. I'm
dOubtcdly General Algcr asa Il war sec
retary in war time has not been a sue
cess. Eut plenty Of men who have
done far worse than hr and been less
anxious 10 do WcIl and To stand we'll in
the puhlcs estimation have escaped
the fiery ordeal through which Alger
is passing. and in the main it has been
because they have uvSscssed happier
personality.
General Alger is undoubtedly as
patriotic in his intentions ana as desir-
Gus Of doing the right thing at the
right time as any member OF the Me
k!nley cabinet. I'm all the outcry
against him his honesty has not been
shaken. one side Of the mans charac-
ter was revealed when, in the absence
Of congressional appropriation for
the purchase Of certain necessary
munitions prior to the declaration Of
war, he ordered the purch cha Sc and agreed
to pay for it out ot his private fortune
If need were. Under smoother Condi-
lions his tcmnerameutaI defects would
doubtless not have involved hi!n in
the frictions and turmoil Of the past
year ana he would have completed his
lerm Of service with equal or greater
popularity than he enjoyed ut the be-
ginning Of his cabinet career.
Unfortunately he found the war de-
parumcnt honeycOmhed with clashng
jealoIsies and was perhaps too easily
captured by the bureaucratic bosses Of
the staft and made to stand as an un-
conscious figurehead masking their in
trigues. In trying to please those who
lmportuned him: in trying 10 stand
Well with congress, with the perman-
ent STAFF and with the civilian element
generally he lost sight of the needs Of
Inc regular army as llShtlng institu-
ZION and took away from its trained
and capable officers in time of great
emergency the confidence and the con-
sideration which were their due and
the absence of which contributed so
greatly to the deplorable controversies
that have since arisen. In a limited
sense only was it his personal fault.
Mainly it was the fault Of a grotesque
system which bends to it's purposes
nearly every man entering from civil
life into the war secretaryship without
special experience or preparation.
But it was General Alger's further
misfortune, when he came to feel the
force Of the country's disappointment,
10 wear his griefs and resentments on
his sleeve, and this simply encouraged