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The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
Heavy snow In the south.

Macon, Ga, Jan. 2-The hsaviest snow
ever known in this part Of the south ieli
sunday. IL j. estimated that there Is
fully six inches on the level
Charleston, ). C., Jan. 2.-The snow fall
was the heaviest here in December for 81
years. 1t lasted four hours, when it turned
into an ice storm, coating the trees with
a taick covering Of ice.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

Tacoma, Jan. l.-One hundred and
seyenty-one sacks of ore concentrates
we're brought here on the City OF London
from the mines near Singapore, in the
Straits Settlement, for treatment in the
Tacoma smelter. This is the first ship,
ment Of ore from the Orient to an Ameri.
can smelter.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
"Do Not Barn tie Candle
At Both Ends. =
shot by Mistake.

Walla WallA, Wash, Jan 2.-Ihe faheF
al Of liHlr Roland burke, which oSeufied
from the houie on East Main street TN
afternoon, has spread an air Of gloom oNei
the city. II was another ease OF PIE
,unAblv unloaded gun killing a child no
Land lntrAe i. dead. and the little iello"
who accidentally shot him Is nearly Graz!
with the horror OF his act.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

ir't,harg. jtR J The wages II - 80
men in ltttshurg have bssn ,dvtn-s,l fs an
20 ~ per cent, anil IN s,,Hls ras,vs even .
greater PTrrrntagF Ot trsss lInO are
employed by h. earn e. Steel toupany
~" by Jones 4 lAughlin, tnd about 6noO
by the United @tlteS and N,Isaual Gtls.
rom plnirs
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
CarneEIe's GIFT to Cheyene.

Cheyenne, Wyo., Jan. Andrew Car
negie has made Cheyenne a present Of
$4,000 to be used in the construction d
free public library building.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

The Sarrasansctt Bre~lns Co. OF
Providence L. l.. has bsea ualoniErd.
the Journey mcn securing the eight hour
day. The controversy has b-en on for
the past four years
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

The baltimore Society OF the saaa
Ut American Revolution haa drtssta as,i
Ec erect a $4,000 monument ia that
city to the Maryland patriots who
fought In the revolution.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
o.-. M~,-,,.- ~, a.n,y.

W'tsrvtIis, WasA. Jan. tbs Iusy In
the riss II The State ~ hstg. u~a. ). Il
hria;gfs. y q W. shAFEvd wisA arusa.
returned ,sr4i~' u aaI guilty. after -
srE ps .Hsg 90 minutes
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

Hartford, Conn. Jan. bal Haukip,
Of california Ano"k'd o"t Patsy Sweeney
the N'n"h"a''r Y II hghtWrisAt, in II.
SECOND round 4 a sIugEinR match
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

y blot upon our lsnd-A symptom 81
governmental Ill-health. This right laws
Would act upon il as Hostettsr's stomach
BiEters does upon constipation, or dyspep-
SiA- They would quickly restore healthy
does for the human constitution. II makes
the stomach strong by curing indiEesGios
and oIlIoUSuess.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

SIOUX city. Ia. Jan John 3 Rob
'"n, 10" bridge contractor. Who va -
'AA.tsd by burglar IN htI oiI-r recently
- dead. There "a M aattsf4sfpry clue 10
the murderer.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
Some Special Things We Do. :

A. m. Washington Mr,lrAt Iusuthtr at
Sp.5kahe
Rrsiirs successfully treating al su'a"aS
ehtunte Diseases u both sexes Nc AAaFautsN ~
r,tr,. ali ktn.ls yr ghy uulAtlsm. The shthA14
hablt and asthma. IL uur lfshtbrhl " suns,
fails 10 utGVs satisfactory ths th3hSf pau -
-, rruut-lry refunded Mg,i4GlHea srhl 10 ~
carts OF Inc cguatTy. We aEe pfSi'afsi u sHb
.t.atlats yur claims - svtiaJtz rvIrtE a. g
Wrtt, Tor them Let the aiFeftiSIhs fassr
49,. Fyr once at sruslble II Byu am =
SUurvelf . b. rvbbsd dat COINS u ~ s'th
'0-- DH J Nj BOYD ManAseF
IH-prl.irlt-d MAY = lst
Hazel Hlu,A sprast tJsafd stEsst ana
Sprasus avenue, Sgpaznr
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

English aerouauts are getting aecus-
toned To crossing tho Ensl.ah channel
Ia balloons aHd are determining lm-
postAnI matters Ia their digit.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

VITALITY J. izsuIlst-,i % ssAa ,.ss 81 sdfss
~ br klaz . tasispraGtHA Teas EAEG o.
TRIAL hotta soutAtn4a9 Ws.Aa' rltlssut lie
Sounded 1874
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

Not violently Implying the bowels or cleaning
but gently stimulating. toning. strengthening
tho intestinal wails-CaScarets Candy CAthartic.
lOc. Gc. &c.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

believe Piso's Cure IL the only me1i-
cine that VIII cure eonsumption.-Anna
ID. Ross. Wllliamsport. Pa. Nov. Il 20.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

Tbs National BaiialaE Trades ccaa.
I'll rouySn"~ a, MlIsAakss the ath II
nHgt month
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

A Farmers International Union is
the latest. Wants to unite the agrlcul.
tural and mechanical workers.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
TO CURE A COLD -, o,E nAv

TAks Laxative BrOmO Quinins Tablets AL
Gukfists refund the money II Il falls 10 cure
z W. Groves signature ls IN each box Nc
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
An Excellent Combination.

4AAA A@0SOAAOAS SOnAOAAAhtlOAls
The pleasant method and beneficial
effects of the well known remedy,
SYRUP OF FIGS, manufactured by the
CALIFoKNIA FIs Strip Co, illustrate
the value Of obtaining the liquid laxa-
tive principles Of plants known 70 DO
incidentally laxative and presenting
them In the form most refreshing 10 the
taste and acceptable to the system. Il
Il the one perfect strengthening laxa-
tive, cleansing the system effectually,
dispelling colds, headaches and fevers
gently yet promptly and enabling one
to overcome hsbitual constipation per
naneutly. Its perfect freedom from
every Objectionable quality and sub
stance, and its acting on the kidneys,
liver and bowels, without weakening
or irritating them, make II the ideal
laxative.
In the process Of manufacturing dRs
are used, as they are pleasant TO the
taste, but the medicinal qualities Of the
remedy are obtained from SIENNA and
other aromatic plants. by q method
known to the CALIFORNIA FIe SYRUP
Co. only. In order TO get Ne beneficial
effects and to avoid limitations, please
remember the full name of the Company
printed on the front of every package.
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.
SAN FRAHCIsco. CAL
LOUISVILLE, KY. NEW ToRK II.
For sale BY ali Druggists Price Soc per bottle
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

The refusal OF the \. r. OF l.. con
yention to seat the delegate from the
Omaha Central Labor Union. bScaasr
he Was a memb Der OF so-cAlled seeding
faction OF painters, has very much
stirred up the labOFltes " that burg
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

There can never be a fat life on a
lean soul.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

PORTLAND WIRE . tRJs WORKS WfRK
AAd iron tvneiHz Jfiip- Fauraa. stg. "a AlsAMs
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
MIIES IND MINING CAMPS
METALS OF THE NORTHWEST.
items From ths Rieh Regions Of the
PaeIac NOFtAwsss-News From All
the Principal MIAing CamDs-Psr-
ssAals-AtiAiAG Notes.

II Is reported that arrangements for
deep mining at the Red Boy. In Stump
ter district. were perfected last week.
The owners. who so far have been TAX.
ing out ore by the tunnel system. will
now sink l00-foot shaft. and go
through to China. II the ore holds out.
Experts predict that wonderful riches
will be found in the lower regions OF
the Red Boy, which has already. and
is daily. making such wonderful re-
turns from what might be called sur
face mining. A complete plant will
be installed. including modern hoist
and compressor.
Republic.
Lone PineSurprise is growing rich.
The great Tom Thumb Is showing
up well.
The Princess Maud machinery is be-
ginning to arrive.
John Cody OF Cody camp was in
town this week.
Quilp Is daily developing into one OF
the wonders of Republic camp.
Lone Pine has ear marks OF a great
mine, as the vein is improving.
The Gopher shaft is 125 feet in depth.
The water has again become annoying.
Thirteen cars loaded with machinery
for the Mountain Lion has arrived at
Grand Forks.
The reported strike in the Belcher
Wine is said to have opened four feet
OF copper on the yeinshrdlu puputaoin
of copper.
The drift from the bottom OF the
S0-toOt winze in the Golden Lion and
Little Four is in l79 feet Some fine
looking quartz was taken out.
Capital is pouring into Chesaw Res
ervation camp. George B. Mechem,
representing capital from Montreal. re-
Gently bought twenty-five claims.
The Merrimac shaft has reached the
20o-fOot mark. This work has been
done in FIVE weeks. 1t is wonderful
work for hand drilling. The rock was
Of favorable character for rapid
work.
Judging by the activity at the new
custom mill it is evident that the pro-
iectors are live men and are losing no
time in the erection of a mill building.
For weeks the work could not progress
with any degree OF speed as it was i'm
possible to get mill timbers on the
ground. But now a pretty fair supply
is kept ahead Of the carpenters.
Four men are working on the Noon
day. The property lies one-half mile
north Of Republic and Is owned by J.
F. Mayo. A tunnel has been driven in
100 feet The ore assays quite high
1t is said.
AS is generally known. a Montreal
syndicate has taken hold Of the noted
Poland China property at Meyers
Greek. The Australian and Sidney are
adjoining claims owned by a Canadian
syndicate. There is a l6-foot ledge on
the Australian and an eight-foot vein
on the Sidney. The ore is similar to
that on the Poland China. A deep shaft
is to be started at once. The Independ-
end has a shaft 80 feet in depth and a
vein eight feet in width. 1t carries
high grade ore. 1t Is termed galena
ore, but carries some gold. A three
story hotel is running and il you come
this way you will find as good accom-
modations as in any ordinary mining
camp. There is a good saw mill in
operation and lumber is sold at $14
per thousand. This is reasonable and
the people here show their appreciation
of the moderate price by using the lum-
Der freely.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

Mother, viii hnd Mrs wlntloWs SootA.
'ng syrup the beat rvnrdy to aas tgF IhsiI
'hildrvn daring the IsvtAsag psrs1d.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06

st. Paul bo1makers have organized.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1900-01-06
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bias creeks. and among the specimens
is a nugget worth $1,000 from Storm
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24
Cedars Twenty Centuries Old.

Some cedars are undoubtedly more
than 1000 years old, for. though on
good moraine soil they grow about as
fast as oaks. on bare payements and
smoothly glaciated overswept granite
ridges in the dome region they grow
extremely slow.
One on the. Starr King ridge, only 2
feet IL inches Id diameter, was 1,140
years old. Another on the same ridge,
only foot ~ inches in diameter. had
reached the age of 1874 years. The first
Is inches from the bark of Il medium
seized tree-6 feet in diameter-on the
north Tenaya pavement had $50 layers
of wood. or 81 to the inch. Beyond
this the count was stopped by dry rot
and overgrown wounds.
The largest | examined was 33 feet
In girth, or nearly 10 feet in diameter,
and, though | failed to get anything
like complete count, learned enough
from this and many other specimens
to convince me that most of the trees
8 to 10 feet thick, standing on polish
ed glacier pavements, are more than
20 centuries of age rather than less.
Barring accidents, for all | can see,
they would live forever. When killed,
they waste out of existence about as
slowly as granite.-John Muir in At
lantic.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24

The cZarina of Russia is said to spend
more money on her wardrobe than any
other crowned head and has much
pleased the ladies of the Russian court
by so doing, for her natural inclination
Is to be somewhat Indifferent to the
style of her garments, which OFTEN pre-
vented her attendants from donning
their smartest costumes when their
royal mistress was so plainly attired.
The German empress has a very ex-
tensive wardrobe, over 400 gowns be-
ing counted among its store. She Is
particularly fond of tailor made cos
tunes. and over 40 hands are employed
in this department in the busy seasons
of the year. Her favorite colors for
materials are blue and white, and she
also favors the old court bodice for
evening wear.
The queen of Italy wears magnificent
gowns and when seen In her carriage
is a picture of beauty and elegance.
Until quite recently she has been faith
full to white, but is now often dressed
in light colored silk.
Queen Wilhelmina of Holland Is an
artistic milliner and designs all her
own tOques and hats She is always
simply yet well gowned.
The daughters of the Duchess of Co
burg. the Princesses of Roumania and
of Hesse are extremely tasteful In
their dress and have followed their
mothers example in the elegance of
their toilets.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24

Thomas f. Prendle, for 80 years a
doorkeeper at the executive mansion,
used frequently to accompany Presi-
dent Lincoln on his walks about town
and has many interesting things to tell
Of that great man, whom he believes to
have been one of the bravest men the
world has ever known.
On one occasion Prendle was walk
ing with the president down q flight of
steps at the navy department when
they came suddenly upon man who
was evidently endeavoring TO hide him
self in n dark corner at the bottom of
the staircase Observing the stranger
and fearing he meant harm to the
president, Prendle essayed to place his
body In a position to protect his com
panion.
Mr.. Lincoln, however. brave and
fearless as always, stepped forward
and closely scrutinized the man, who
ran rapidly up the steps and, turning
squarely around when he reached the
top, looked down upon the president,
who did not falter, but continued to
gaze sharply at him. On their return
to the White House Mr.: Lincoln said
quite calmly, "Prendle. do you know
| received letter last night warning
me against a man who exactly an
swered the description of that man
we met on the tepsY'-Leslie's Week
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24

To the mere nonmilitary woman the
most interesting parts of the Joubert
obituaries and eulogies that fill the
foreign papers since the Boer COM
mander's death are the accounts or
Nine. Joubert. This soldiers wife is
wonderful woman. She not only
went 40 war with her husband, but she
found time to educate her children i'll
music. French and English. They are
as pretty and well behaved as clever
and when staying at Cape Town no.
tel with their father and mother FEW
months ago were the pets OF all the
English guests in the house. The wild
ow of the Bocr general is soldier s
daughter and has known much of
wars alarms since her earliest child
hood. She knows all about firearms,
has an extensive knowledge of kaft1r
warfare, and her advice has often been
acted upon by her husband, plans of
campaign being freely discussed over
her dinner table. During the Magato-
land campaign she, Notwithstanding
the heat-over 100 degrees in the shade
and the fever, Joined the general a
week or two after his arrival, accom-
panied by only two or three little kaf-
fir maids Finding General Joubert In
anything but a comfortable tent, she
took ii down, erected a tent Of her own
and installed him amid all the COM
forts of home. What was more, she
reconstructed the generals mess ar
rangements and cooked his meals with
her own hands.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24
Good viii Farm.

An effort Is being made by friends of
the Good Will Home Il association to raise
the deficit Of about 1000, incurned a
year ago, and added to blythe epidemic
OF scarlet fever, last winter. Three
thousand dollars is already In hand or
pledged on condition that the entire
amount be raised by june 20. This
means that 81 900 more must be- secured
within the next 30 days, in addition to
the regular expenses. 4C
The fourth annual speaking contest
for the Lamoureaux and Thrall prizes,
took place In the Moody Memorial chapel,
last Friday evening. The Lamoureaux
prize of So, offered by Mrs. Elise Lam
oureaux of Hartford, Conn, was won by
C. +. Nutter. The Thrall prize of $3.50
was won by D. A. Mcdonald. The
Judges were Revs. Kimball and Huse OF
jkowhegau and Prof. Pike of Colby
College.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24
SOiOn.

Mr.. Ernest Paiten, conductor on the
Pullman between Boston and Portland.
had to come home for while on account
of his health.
Mrs. Vene Goodrich of Skowhegan was
in town, Wednesday, at MIR. Leauder Nc
Iniires.
Mr. George McIntire came up from
Skowhegan. Wednesday. All are glad to
see Uncle George able to be on our streets
once more.
Mr.. Sumner Berry of Norridgewock
was in town. Wednesday.
Those that attended the Odd Fellows
meeting at No Arson, Thursday even
ing. were L. S. Merrill. Lowell Ward,
Will Jackman and J Goodwin.
Mrs. C w. Grover of Skowhegan has
been visiting her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
George Smith, for few days.
The Northern Light Rebekah Lodge,
No. 70 of Scion, celebrated their fourth
anniversary, Monday evening, May 2Ist,
by baked bean supper and entertain
ment at Caratunk Hall. There was a
very good crowd and all seemed pleased
with their evenings enjoyment
Mr.. Blanchard and wife of New York
were guests at the Caratunk House, over
Sunday.
Mr.. John Irvine was at Skowhegan,
Tuesday, on business.
Mr.. Lowell Ward was at No. Anson,
Tuesday, on business.
Mr.. Abner Whipple and his sister
Bertha were at Skowhegan, Tuesday.
Mrs. Leander McIntire has been quite
sick for several days with the grip
Miss Sadie Young, who has been stop
ping at New Portland for some time, re-
turaed home one day the last of the week.
Hurbert Irvine and Edie Witham were
at No. Arson, Sunday.
Mr..Park Turner has moved into the
rent over o. o. Vittum's store.
Mr. George Patten of Embden was in
town, Tuesday morning.
Mr.. Jennings Bunker of Athens was in
town, Saturday. u.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24
Fairfield.

o. d 'coration day a supper will be
served TO the members and comrades OF
+. p. Pratt Post by the Womau's Relief
Corps In their rooms, after which a
social hour will be passed by the old
veterans.
The Christopher Columbus Society at
the last meeting elected the following
officers: President, Neil Gregory; vice
president, Napoleon Gregory secretary,
Frank Landry; treasurer, Peter Raker'
The Free Baptist society are to re-
model their chapel Architect ID. L..
Gilman is drawing the plan for the new
church and as soon as accepted WORK
will be begun. The building will be
moved nearer the street and when done
and the lot fixed will be great addition
to that part OF the village.
Good Will Rebekah Lodge initiated
ak, last Friday evening, at special
meeting and many more are waiting.
The work WAS done by the degree staff
of the lodge In very fine manner.
At special meeting of the Fairfield
Universalist parish, the following named
persons were chosen as delegates to the
State Convention of Universalists, which
meets 10 annual session IN Pittsfield the
first week in next month: V. r. Con-
nor, Mrs. J.. E. Newhall, Mrs. IL. I.
Burns, Mrs. w. II. Totman, Mrs. F. f.
vickery, Miss Maude McFadden, Miss
Hattie Clifford.
The name of the lumber manufacture
Ing company. Lawrence, Newhall & Co.
has been changed to Lawrence, Newhall
& Page. The company is capitalized for
S45O,000 of which the full amount Is
paid in. The incorporators are E. j.
lawrence, Louis Newhall and Albert
Page. Mr.. Lawrence is president and
Mr.. Page treasurer.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24

At one of the great department stores
the other day young man was In
dulging In airy persifage with the
pretty shopgirl behind the counter
while waiting for his change
What wonderful place you have
here! he said What do you sell?'
"Everythlng. was the reply.
"Everything?" was the incredulous
comment. What do you mean by ev-
erything|
Just what say" responded the
girl "AnyIhing you want we can
supply you with here"
"Oh. you can. eh?" commented the
pretentiouS Alexander. well. let me
look at some family ties"
Without remark. but with demure
countenance. the girl went away, but
In a moment returned and said: Il am
sorry. but the manager tells me that
we are just out of family ties owing
to the great demand. Perhaps you'd
like to look at some family jars?"
The young man decided, however,
that the latter was an undesirable com
modify, and he would have none of It..
New York Tribune.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1900-05-24

A singular custom p,esalis III chile
which in these days of aseptic pre-
cautions will cause shudder among
those who see infection lurking in ev-
cry detail of life. 1t is called straw
berry fishing and is conducted in this
fashion.
At the close of a dinner the cloth Ia
removed, and there is placed upon the
table an immense bowl into which are
emptied half a dozen bottles of Bor-
deaux wine. four of cherry and two of
rum, besides sugar and nutmeg. Into
this mixture is put very large straw
berry, which floats upon the surface.
The bowl is provided with two han
dies. These are used to lift the vessel
and tilt 1t so that the stra wberry may
be brought near the edge and sucked
into the mouth. This would appear an
easy feat, but it is a difficult one, as
the fruit rolls over when touched with
the lips. The contestant in the effort
swallows a considerable quantity OF
the liquid connection.
This is the reason for the game. for
the bowl is passed from one to the 9th
er many times in succession before the
strawberry is captured. When that
moment finally arrives, all of the
guests have reached a ripe stage of
hilarity. This is the game as II is
played among the higher classes.
Among those of lower social standing
the fiery liquor of the country Is sub
stituted for wine. With them straw
berry fishing develops into a function
compared to which n fighting mixed
ale party in this town is the recreation
of group of peace seeking Quakers.
New York Sun.