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The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13
WOODFORDS.

Rev. w. S. Bovard, pastor of the Con.
Rrefs street NJ. e. church, will lecture in
the vestry of the Clark Memorial church,
Thursday evening, September IA. Sub
ject, 'rUncle SAM"
The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13
PoRTLANDss TAXES.
Those who Pay the Coming Year Over
$500.

The real estate OF the city Is valued this
year at ssi ocs, 400, and the personal estate
&C sis, 500, 500. Rate OF taxation 81 10 for
sioa The amount OF polls at s200 ID
$751; Here follows list of the firms
and individuals assessed over $500.
THESE ARR TAXED 5000 AND
The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13
MUNICIPAL COURT CASE.

Joshua Brown g. Co.. the wsll-known
bankers of Boston and New York, have
opened n branch office in Philadelphia,
ct 421 Chestnut street.
The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13
MUSIC AND DRAMA.
"BuUE JEANS. /"

The next attraction at ths Portland
theatre win be Joseph Arthur's famous
comedy drama. "Bine Jeans" which
will be presented by a strong company on
Friday and Saturday. "Blus Jeans 10
one OF the greatest ancoeases ever put on
she stage and It grows in popularity each
succeeding yesr. Everything about tine
piece Is olsan and wholesome. 4he char
aoters are all true to life, faithful repre-
sensations OF the inhabitants Of the state
Of Indiana. The scenic effects ars the
finest ever presented ON any stage. This
will be the only olty In New ENGLAND
that this company will appear at popular
prices.
MANHATTAN STOCK COMPANY.
The Manhattan Stock company have
become very popular with the patrons of
Portland theatre. Yesterday afternoon
they produced the Vagatonh to good
sized matinee house and last nlgGt the
western comedy drama Jack o. the Mlnes
was presented to large house. The
specialtiss Of Marion Sawtelle are excel
lnnt and she has made n big hit wish
those who have seen her work. The other
spsoialties also are good. Th is afternoon
"Little Bass" will be produced giving
Master Paul Brady the talented boy
actor q splendid opportunity to display
his talent. Tonight tour Irish Amsri-
can Cousin" viii be presented.
NOTES.
Miss b louise Stevens, leading lady
of the MenhAttan Stock company, was
taken suddenly i'll yesterday and was I'M
able TO appear in either performance.
The Robinson Opera company has al
ways been popular In this city and no
doubt large houses will greet its appear
aHce at Portland theatre next week.
THE JEFFERSON.
There we're two enthusiastic audiences
at the Jefferson. In the afternoon and
evening. who were more than delighted
at the skill with which DuMaurier's
well-known characters IN Trilby'' were
portrayed. 1t Is but fair to say that
the oldest playgoers ara indeed sur
prised at the artistic manner in which
the entire cast presents this play. The
work Of Mr.. Post as Svengali is notable.
Bewexpected that In a stock company
could be found man SO strong that he
could carry part like this with the sue
cess of star. There is not weak spot
In the cast and the company merits the
most liberal support.
UNDERWOOD SPRING.
AS soon as the weather IS clear again
and when the sun shines brightly, the
ride to Underwood Spring win have an
added charm. Several days of wet
weather have deepensd the yellows and
reds on many. of the trees, giving promise
of tho gorgeous autumn dress they will
wear few weeks hence. After the cloudy
days the first part of the week. we may
expect q spell of warm weather, when the
student of trees, birds or wild flowers
will be well repaid for an afternoon In
and about Underwood. An evening visit
20 the casino and electric fountain may
be more pleasing to some; If 80 there is
now coed opportunity The cosy casino
Ia open for all ard the orchestra gives
come inspiring music.
The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13
SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES.

CO3URN CLASSICAL INSTITU TIE.
The fall term of Coubrn Classical In
Etitute at Watsrville, opened yesterday.
There arSfwo changes in the Instructors,
this year. The place held by Mrs. Fred
Padelford az one Of the instructors, will,
this year, he filled by Henry K. Spencer,
who Is also to teach English at Colby.
AT the institute he will have Latin and
mathematics for his branches The other
change is that of instructor in instru-
mental music. That place was filled ny
George p. Maxim, last year. Through
his resignation to acespt a place IN the
West. his place will be taken by Miss
Helen Conant OF Lewiston. She has for
q long time been one of the most popular
Instructors In that city.
YALE'S NEW ERA.
Yale's last year Of her second century
begins in week. Under the new ad-
ministration of President Hadley the
university is to spend that year In MAX
ing ready to begin the third century
changed in every respect from the Yale
of 10 years ago. As soan as President
Hadley is inaugurated plans for the be-
ginning Ct the construction of the new
buildings to cost about &, 600, COO will be
pushed. The structures are expected to
be completed in time for the Yale bi-oen-
tenDial in 1901. 1t is understood that the
hi-centennial committee has already
raised more than 81, o0a, 001. exclusive
of plsdges for donations given condition
ally. IS
The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13

Scratch, soratch. scratch; unable to at
tend to business during the day or sleep
during the night. Itching piles. horrible
plague Doan's Ointment cures. Never
fsils. At any drug store, so cents.
The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13
DEMOCRATIC CAUoUsEs.

The Democratic ward oaucuses in this
city win probably be called by Chairman
Levi Greenlsaf far tuesday or Wednesday
night Of next week.
The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13
NOTES.

Miss b louise Stevens, leading lady
of the Mgnhattan Stock company, was
taken suddenly i'll yesterday and was I'M
able to appear in either performance.
The Robinson Opera company has al
ways been popular in this city and no
doubt large houses will greet its appear
RHoe at PORTLAND theatre next week.
The Portland daily press., 1899-09-13
SOUTH PORTLAND.

The city nflice Is now supplied with a
telephone for official purposes.
City Treasurer Knapp has the tax bills
ready and they win be distributed this
week. Noah B. knight has been APP
pointed assistant collector.
Dir. Ira NJ. Davis. connected with the
e. I. Burrowes g. Co., Is Enjoying his
usual vacation.
DR.. j. II. Syphers has gone ON gun
ming trip to the eastern part of the state
The ID. A. L. society will meet with
Miss Eta Gregory, Front street, this
evening,
Mrs. W. 7. Studiey and Mr.. and Mrs
w. u. Stndley are in Boston for several
days.
DR.. W. b Moulton, who has hsun
passing the summer at Cushing.s point,
has returned to the city.
MIR. ID. o. Moulton has returned from
business trip to Hartford, Conn.
MUNICIPAL COURT CASE.
Judge Hartford had a case Of drunk tc
dispose of yesterday. he tined the man
o and costs. The fine was suspended
with an admonition to-the guilty party
that he had better leave the city, which
the man promised to do
H f.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
VEGETABLE GARDENING.
P. ii. Cherry to Combine Gardening
 and Fruit Growing.

MT. F. H. Cherry, who is doing so much to develope the fruit industry at and near this place, has recently been negotiating with a German gardner of experinee to come here from St. Louis and take charge of practical vegetable garden on Mir. Cherry's place In connection with his fruit farm.
 Mir. Cherry received message Tues day saying that his gardner would start so as to arrive here Thursday. It is his intention to make hot beds and cold frames and grow such winter vegetables as lettuce and radishes, not only to supply this market but to ship to northern cities.
 Mr. Cherry also says he proposes to plant large acreage of gooseberries. this being the native home of that fruit. They ripen early here and bear shipment so we'll that they can be sent to any of the northern markets in ad l. vance of those grown at any other place. Our altitude 1900 feet above Sea level causes them to grow to per lection here, while they cannot be grown at all at a low altitude this far SOuth
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
A Disenterested Test.

As previously suggested by several of our citizens and others interested in mining here, arrangements have been made for a test of some of our minerels by responsible and reliable assayers and chemists. With this end in view Pole McPhetrige, Esq, went out on the Cossatot river, returning Monday with samples of minerel bearing rock taken from leads on both sides of that river and at once sent them to J. S. Kelly at Windsor, Mo-, who is per- sonally to attend to the chemical analysis and ascertain and report re- suits.
 These specimens were taken from prospects belonging to Messrs Me Gardner and Kerchoff, who ac. companied MT. McPhetrige on his trip. McPhetrige says that if there is any. thing-there is millions in it.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
Purchased a Farm.

Len Moore and F. Lam berg, both of Huntsville, Mo-, gave the Star call to-day accompanied by their friend, H. NJ. Shields, who resides hear here. Mir. Moore has just purchased a nice 200 acre farm seven mile east of here on the Cherry Hill road, and started Wednesday to bring his family here to reside. These are substantial men and good citizens and Mir. Shields says they were attracted here by copies of the Star of February sth, which he had sent them.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
Home From Cuba.

Roy Andrews, who enlisted as a pri- vate in the 2nd Arkansas, but was af- terward transferred to Company B, 3rd Engineers, returned Saturday morn ing. He has been in Cuba for several months and came to the United States last month and was discharged as a corporal with honors. He has already made application for admission into company now being recruited for service in the Philippines. Roy has many friends here who are glad to see him
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
THEY STRIKE IT. RICH.
TWENTY SEVEN GRAINS OF GOLD FROn THREE POUNDS OF ROCK.
MINE 5 i-2 MILES FROM MEEA.
At Seven Feet Deep-A Face of Three and Half Feet is Shown-The Lead Running Fully GOO
 Feet Long.

A few days ago the Star made mention of fire test made by Engin- ger John Paul and his fireman, John l.. Sullivan, of some rock at the round house furnace, resulting in good showing of gold. Since that, in company with Mr. Krchoff who is a third owner in the prospect, they have followed the lead from where it shows at the surface at the side of the gulch seven feet into the side of the noun tain, and have face three and half feet wide that has been traced 600 feet up the mountain.
 Yesterday these gentlemen made another fire test at the round house furnace, and from three pounds of rock melted out button which weighs twenty-seven grains on the scales at Jackson's drug store.
 Mir. Paul says he is going to have a pin made of this button for Mrs. Paul. In few days they will tell where the prospect is located and will be glad to have any one who wishes to go and see it.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
Received a Broken Leg.

Just before noon Friday fight took place on the sidewalk in front of Pat Mulraney's saloon, between J. K. Lloyd and Charles Morrison. It is little difficult to learn just who was to blame for the trouble nnt it came mp over a pump which Llo.sd had sold to Null raney, but the result was that Lloyd sustained broken leg and the loss of few teeth. He was taken to his home and Drs. Davis and Webb re- duced the fractures. Morrison is in the employ of Pat Mulranev at his ''zoo," and gave bond for his appear ance in court Saturday morning.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
Robbed the Grave.

A startling incident, of which MT. John Oliver of Philadelphia, was the subject, is narrated by him as follows: q was in a most dreadful condition. My skln was almost yellow. eyes sunken, tongue coated, pain con- tinually in back and sides, no appetite gradually growing weaker day by day. Three physicians had given me up. Fortunately, friend advised trying .Electric Bitters;' and to my great joy and surprise, the first bottle made decided improvement l continued their use for three weeks. and am now a we'll man. l know they saved my life. and robbed the grave of another victim" No one should fail to try them Only DOC, guaranteed, at r. C. savagaes drug store.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25

gasoline engine upon it, and is built to carry three men, but will work just as well with only one. Last Thursday Mr. McMahon took Mayor Hamilton with him and rode out to Rock creek and back. They reported pleasant trip but Mir. Hamilton said he did not want to go too fast for he could not inspect the track so we'll. Mir. Me- Mahon says he can make thirty miles an hour easily, and that the cost of running will not exceed one dollar for three-hundred miles travel. It will travel up hill as fast as on level track, only requiring a trifie more gasoline. In coming from Pittsburg the other day he passed the south bound local at Thomasville and has reached town and had his supper when the train ar- rived
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES.
The Mena Schools Close With Credi- table Exercises-Much Interest
 Manifested By the People.

Every seat and nearly all the stand ing room was occupied Friday night at the NJ. E. church South, by those wish ing to witness the closing exercises of the Mena schools, and many were obliged to go away, not being able to gain admittance.
 The program as previously published in this paper was carried out, with the exceptions that Rev. W. l.. Compere pronounced the invocation instead of Rev. c. J. Greene, and Attorney Hal Norwood presented the diplomas in place of John H. Hamilton, as presi- dent of the school board.
 Mir. Norwood gave Q very interesting and instructive talk that was highly appreciated both by the graduates and those present. as also was the address by Attorney Mark Olney to the class.
 The Star would be glad to mention individually each person taking part in these exercises, each pupil contribut- ing in any manner to the success of the evenings entertainment, and es- pecially each of the little Angels in Wings who marched so correctly and sang so sweetly, each wing with the other to see how nicely he or she could act, or carry the part assigned.
 The teachers having charge of these exercises are all entitled to credit both for the successful conduct of the school and the management of the entertainment clearly demonstrating their ability as teachers. The exercises were necessarily lengthy making it late before they were concluded.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
Making a Tour of The Road.

Mir. J. T. Nolthenuis vice president of the M K. & T. Trust Co.,. in compay with his brother and brother in-law, came in Thursday in private car No 9s, and took drive over the city Friday with Col. Joe Landes, viewing the improvements and pro- gress of Mena. They were taken to Rich Mountain during the forenoon by special engine to visit Mt. Mena. They were all delighted and spoke words of praise regarding progress hara
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
Will Build a Large House.

Mir. E. 0. Stuckey has commenced the erection of a ten room residence on a lot purchased at the corner of Jansen avenue and Armour street He will build eight rooms now and will finish the others later. This will be used in connection:with the Suthern Hotel, which his mother is now run hing under lease.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
That Throbbing fieadache

Would quickly leave you if you used Dr. Kings New Life Pills. Thousands of suf- ferers have proved their matchless merit for sick and nervous headaches. They make pure blood and strong nerves and build up your health Easy to take. Try them. Only 9 cents. Money back if not cured. Sold by F. c. Savage, druggist.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
J. B. McMAHoN's vELocIPEDE,
Very Convenient and Costs Only One
 Cent for Three Miles.

One of the most useful and con- venient pieces of machinery in the bridge and bui ding department of the Pittsourg & Gulf is the new velocipede
 which the superintendent, MT. J. E McMahon. has in his service. This veloeipede is constructed with a
The Mena star., 1899-05-25

Mir. R. w. Smith, of Shawnee, Okla, has been in our city since Monday, with view of locating and establish ing first class furniture house. In conversation with Mir. Smith he in- formed Star representative that he had decided to locate if he could secure a suitable room. and he thought the chances were pretty good. The Star extends welcome to such men. believ- ing that they will not regret coming to Mena.
 The liberal hearted people of Mena dId themselves the honor Of giving to the Orphans Home at Monticello the largest amount thus far given by any town in the state, excepting Monticello of course. The amount given is $5l 50 in cash and $1S.5o in pledges. Bro. Gardner requests me to tender his thanks to the contributors; and wish to express my personal appreciation of the generous response given to this call by all classes of our citizens.
 w. l.. CoMPERE.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
Jackson Drug Co.

R. $. Allen and wife, of Mena, came down on Mondays train and took con- veyance out to Old Cove where they had been called. by telegram, on ac- count of the serious illness of Mr. Aliens sister. Hatfield Herald.
 Dr. Lindsay has erected large building at the rear of his office. a portion being used for work shop, and four rooms for the National Hotel help so as to make more room for guests in that popular hostlery.
 J. c. McDaniel, T. J. Bissell ard Jas. A. Harkey, of Hatton were in town Friday and called at the Star office. Mir. Harkey reports wheat crops as very sorry in his vicinity, but other crops, especially oats, as doing well. David Buckley, who recently moved to Mena with his family, has taken up his residence on the Frank Foster place north west of town. MT Buckley has formed partnership with Mr. Foster, to operate the steam quarries at thls place.
 Messrs J. H. Blunt, of Hawkeye, 1a., J. W. Blunt, of West Union, Ia., Albert Shorey and MT. Scrathog, of Elgin, Ia. i; were visitors in our city Sunday and Monday. They are all thrifty stock men and are on their way to Texas for short visit.
 A. Ruemmeli, president of the ice factory, has taken quite an interest in the college matter. He agreed to take a lot, and said Mena must not loose this opportunity. Rawton & Haw- thorne, the enterprising dairy firm also agreed to take a lot.
 Miss Lucy Garrett, who is keeping house for two of her brothers at Jan ns- sen, came up Friday to visit relatives here. She returned Monday, accompa- nied by her brother, Jlm, and sister, Miss Josie, who will spend few days in that vicinity hunting and fishing.
 Mrs. J. G. Jackson and children stared last Thursday for visit with her mother at Atlanta, Texas. She was also accompanied by her sister-in- law, Miss Nina Jackson, who has been visiting here severel days. and after a visit at Atlanta will go to her home at Clarksville. Texas.
 Deputy Sherlffs Cunningham and Cole made rad on gambling house in the rear of Scott's barber shop Satur- day night and arrested eight young fellows. Six of them pied guilty and were each fined ten dollars and costs, and have probably learned lesson that will be rememb mbered.
 Miss Harshman, of Dayton, Ohio. arrived in our city last week to make her home with her brother, J.. H. Harshman, and sister, Mrs Simpson, who came here and bought property some time ago. She said she was sur prised at seeing so many mountains, but was delighted with the scenery on her way to Mena.
 Miss Annie Nedry. who has so sue cessfully conducted the primary de- partment of the Mena schools during the winter and spring terms, expects to go to her home at Ft Smith to- morrow. She has numerous friends among our people. and especially among the pupils she has taught and their parents. Mss Nedry is a very successful teacher and there are many who would be glad to have hes return and continue ID charge of the primary department of our scho7ls next season.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25

H. A. Mckee is having another room added to his cottage, and is giving it coat of paint
The Mena star., 1899-05-25

Squire Alexander was over from Dallas Fridry morning looking after business matters.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25

Dr A. J. Gibbs is having a twenty foot addition built to his office.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
LOCAL NEWS NOTES.
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The large tank for the new steam laundry is being brilt
The Mena star., 1899-05-25
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will generally correct this
 difficulty. If you will put from one- fourth to half a teaspoonfuI in baby's bottle three or four times a day you will soon see
 a marked improvement. For larger children, from half to a teaspoonfuI, according to age. dissolved in their milk. if you so desire, will very soon show its great nourish- ing power. If the mothers milk does not nourish the baby. she needs the emuI- sion. It will show an effect at once both upon mother and child.
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The Mena star., 1899-05-25

 Dallas Frldry morning looking after business matters.
 Tom Buchanan gave the Star call and ordered the Star sent to Mrs. l.. w. Kelly, Sherman, Texas.
 F. M Caldwell, the night yard master, is having neat addition built to his cottage in the south part of town
 Dr. Lindsay and Dr. Preston return ed Thursday from Hot Springs where they attended the K. of F. grand lodge meeting.
 E. s. petefish, manager Petefish Mill of Acorn, was in Mena Sat urday and called at the Star office on business.
 J. D. and J. O. Beck. of Jefferson, Okla. came in yesterday for visit with their son and brother, T. k. Beck, of this city.
 R. F. Conklin purchased of F. c. Savage, his residence property near Stilwell park, and will occupy it after the first of the month.
 Mrs. Sheriff Johnson came up from Hatfield last Thursday to spend a few days with her husband. They are stopping at the Central.
 Much needed street crossings are being put in on Port Arthur avenue at the intersection of Amsterdam, Camp bell and St John streets.
 Mrs. M. Foster arrived by the early Tuesday morning train from her home near Neosho, Mo, for visit with her son F. ,. Foster.
 Mrs. E. E. Gentry started north Thursday, for severel weeks visit with friends at Pittsburg, Kansas, and at her old home at Hume, Mo.
 J. E. Salmon and son. J. W. Johnson and Jay Thompson, prominent citizens of Atoka, l. T., arrived Tuesday overland to see Mena and Polk county
 Since the last list of those purchas- ing lots in aid of the college enterprise was published Mark O.ney and J. w.. Wagoner have agreed to purchase one each
 Mrs. J. A. Musgrove and children arrived from Osceola, Iowa, for visit to Mir. Musgrove, who came to this county two months ago to do some prospecting for mineral.
 Marshal and Arthur Mcdonald, Polk county boys, who were with the Engineering department, U. s. army, in Cuba, returned this morning, hav- ing been mustered out at Atlanta.
 J. P. Masters, of Board Camp, was in Thursday on business, and gave the Star a pleasant call. The heavy rains raised the stream so he was unable to return this afternoon as he intended.
 R P. Morrison, of Newport, Ark. came in Monday with view of To- eating here. He is an architect and builder of considerable experience and will probably bid on the college plans.
 A. Ruemmeli of St Louis. president of the Ice and cold storage company of this city, will leave tonight for his home. He has been here since Sunday and is we'll pleased with the progress of the plant.
 The many friends of Miss Bessie Feazel, who was teacher in our public schools last winter, will be pleased to learn that she is to be married at her home at Nashville, on Wednesday, June z.
 Mir. Ignas Loos and his son, Frank Loos, together with their families came from Moose Lake, Minn., some time ago and have each bought farm near Mena to make homes on. They are thrifty German farmers.
 Rev. w. W. Gardner, who came to our city last Friday evening for the purpose of raising funds to assist in erecting an addition to the Orphans
The Mena star., 1899-05-25

Tom Buchanan gave the Star cal and ordered the Star sent to Mrs. l. w. Kelly, sherman, Texas.
The Mena star., 1899-05-25

k. $. Allen and wife, of Mena, came down on Mondays train and took con veyance out to Old Cove where they had been called by telegram, on ac- count of the serious illness of Mir. Aliens sister. Hatfield Herald.