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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
EVENT OF 1nn SEASON.

The musical event OF the season win
be- the concert by the Madame Norelli
Concert Company at Fishers opera
house, Friday evening. May is. A
splendid program has been arranged
which will give the hearers n good
Idea OF the merits OF the different per-
formers.
Madame Norelli is too well known
To need an introduction. The remem-
brance OF her former appearance here
with the Swedish ladies' quartet) will
draw every one who has once heard
her. 20 hear her again. and those who
have not yet had that pleasure should
not lose this opportunity OF listening
TO the greatest lyric artist on the
Pacific coast.
The greatest of all instruments. the
violin. win In this concert be In the
hands Of an artist Mr.. Renigald l..
Hidden was born at Craftsburg. Ver-
mont, and his talents as a boy We're
so obvious that he was soon sent to
Boston, where he studied with Alfred
De Sere. After four years with this
teacher he went to Europe and stud
led for three years at the Leipslg con-
servatory, Then Mr.. Hidden went to
Berlin. and for two years more studied
with Carl Hair, who, next to the great
Joachim Is the first viollnlst of that
great musical center. That Mr.. Hid
den has been with such noted teach
ers Is q sufficient index Of his stand
ing as an artist, for such men only
accept students OF more than ordinary
ability and promise, Since Mr. Hid
dens return to this country he has
won fresh laurels with every public
appearance. NJ. Ysaye, speaking Of
him. recently said; "Mr, Hidden Is an
artist whose talent and ability most
highly esteem"
Miss Helen Gutenberg was horn In
Germany, where. at the age Of 6 years.
she received her first instruction In
piano playing In the National Conser-
vatory, New York City. She afterward
studied with the same teacher In New
York and California and when she
finally made her debut before criu-
cal New York audience, she was in
stan'ly classed amongst the hest young
artists OF later years, and It was
predicted by the critics that In her
the world had found another Theresa
Carreno. She has appeared several
times lately In concerts In Portland
and created great enthusiasm by her
playing. She brings to this concert a
new piano chosen by herself, from the
Filer's piano house In Portland.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

It has been proven that soldiers are
hit during battle according to the col
or Of their dress, in the following or
der--red is the most fatal. Austrian
grey is the least fatal. The propor-
tons are red twelve. rifle green sew
en-, brown six, Austrian bluish-grey
five. There is one other color, net men
toned, more falkland that is the pail
lor of weakness. If it has commenced
TO paint its deathly hue upon your
cheek, and the stomach weakens and
life seems not worth living, go to the
druggist and obtain a bottle of Hos
letters Stomach Bltters. In will give
YOU life and energy. 1t does this by
making the stomach strong and the
blood pure. 1t is unequalled for such
disorders as Indigestion. dyspepsia, or
malaria, fever and ague.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

TO Astoria by barges at low rates, and
II Is understood he was here on business
connected with that project, arranging
with parties in The Dalles for the pur-
chase of wheat in the market. provided
proper rates and arrangements can be
made for the shipment Of II TO Astoria
and from there TO foreign markets.
Wheat dealing is not a new business
with the Klnneys. During the palmy
DAYS OF the Salem FIGURING Mills Com
pany tthen the property Of The Kinney
family they set the price for the ORE
gon crop. which was then limited TO
and the chief product Of the Willamette
valley. They have always been pio-
neers in the development Of the natural
advantages and resources OF the coun-
try, especially in commercial and man
ufaoturing interest. and the present
move is quite in keeping with their for
mer record. II is not unreasonable TO
expect that they will formulate a pro-
cess by combining capital, skill ana
natural advantages in way that will
handle a large proportion Of Eastern
Oregon and Washington wheat and
cereal product, sending them to the
worlds markets from Astoria
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
SALVATION ARMY.

Brigadier S. Marchall, well known
and talented speaker, accompanied by
Major and Mrs. Harris, will conduct
special meetings at the Salvation Army
nall next Saturday and Sunday, the
18th and goth. Hours for service.
p. m, Saturday evening; Holiness gath
erlng at ii a. m, and usual afternoon
meetings at p. m. and at on Sunday
evening. Good singing and music will
be a special feature. All are invited
to attend. CAPT. e. NELSON.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
GOOD NEWS FOR THE LADIES.

The City of Paris Dry Goods Co., OF
San Francisco, has on display at the
Occidental hotel. an elegant stock OF
millinery, tailor suits, ready-made
skirts. Jackets, silk and cotton waists.
underwear, etc, etc, dress goods OF
every description, neckwear feather
boas, and many novelties OF the latest
styles. Mrs Bostwick, representing the
house, invites the ladies to call and
inspect the goods.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
soLF1LINE.
snlhlinel soiaiinai

Solhline! Solfline
II you are sick and tired Of rubbers,
which protect your feet from wet or
cold, and wish to save continual re-
soling of your shoes; II you wish to
longing the life Of same at least fifty
per cent. If you wish to save greas-
Ing your belts In your manufactury,
TIIolsv le 'uAoIa y uosI9l9d o. %
and try a case Of Solfline on yoilr
shoes and harness. Buy your shoes
only Of those who have that scientific
remedy. Take no other.
Address, PETERSON & BROWN,
General Agents. Astoria. Orego.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

s29 cases, against 420.0os in March. 1899;
and for the first quarter Of this year
350.SS7 cases. against E00.675 cases in the
same period Of 1899 and 697, ,109 caes In
same period OF 1895 Imports Of Cali
fornia fruits. on the other hand, during
the first quarter OF 1900. were double
those Of the same period in 1880.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
AROUND TOWN.

Pigs for sale at daaton'u stable.
lIorsea for sale at Gaaton's stable.
Edward l.. Carson IL a, the occldent
A. p. Powers OF Knappa Is In the
Mayor Barrett Of Seaside IL In the
city.
Thomas polg of Nehaiem Is In Asto-
rla.
u. l.. Carson Of Seattle II u guest al
the occldent
Don't forget Herman wiae's special
hat sale TODAY
Fish Commissioner Reed went 10
Portland yesterday
Miss Clara simpson h critically IN at
her home In this city.
c, u Treaeott, the oanneryman. was
In AHlorla yesterday
Floyd A. Hardy OF Vancouver. wash.
IL al the Ahtor House.
Frank NJ. Warren was over from H..
waco yesterday on business.
--
Best iS-eent meal. Rising Sun Res.
tAurant, si2 Commercial street
Secretary Of State Dunbar IL In the
city. accompanied by his wife.
J. II. Sharp and G. V. Strong OF Cath.
lRmet are at the Parker House.
Jeffs restaurant-the largest and
bust. a trial will convince you.
g, w, Knowles Of the Imperial hotel
OF Portland was IN the city yester-
day.
Henry c. Hansen. native OF Ger
many. was admitted TO citiEcnship yes
terday.
wanted.-ro rent centrally located
furnished house. Address X. care As
torian.
Mrs. De Yo. who has been quite III for
some time past Is now reported 10 be
Improving
The British ship Aaplce crossed out
yesterday afternoon with n cargo OF
wheat for Europe,
Thereld c. Fredrickson. a native ~
Denmark. was admitted 20 citizenship
In the county court yesterday.
A small place at Clatsop for sale or
rent. Suitable for chicken ranch. APP
ply 10 A. Tagg, Parlor Candy Store.
Herring a Cook, Commercial street.
between Tenth and Eleventh. IN the
only first class all-night lunch house
In Astoria.
Cream Pure Rye. Americas finest
whisky The only pure goods; guar
anteod rich and mellow. John j.. Carl
son. sole agent.
Roslyn coal lasts longer, Is cleaner
and makes less trouble with stoves and
chimney hues than any other. George
w. Sanborn. agent. Telephone 1871.
The Columbia River Packers Associa-
ton has advanced the price of salmon
from six TO six and one-half cents.
The cold-storage people have made u
proportlOnate Increase and are now pay
ing seven cents for all ilsh delivered.
BEST i5-CENT MEAL; RISING
SUN RESTAURANT.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
SALMON NOTES.

From New Whatsom, Wash, il is
learned that the North Pacific and Nor
way Fishing and Packing Company was
organized and Incorporated at Mimi
eapolis, Mimi, with a capital of S1,0O0,-
900.
Eastern fishermen say that the catch
of fresh mackerel this season promises
to be the largest for several years.
Tacoma Ledger: No better indica-
tion of the revival of business in Taco
ma is needed than the fact that the
cold storage plant on the wharf is to
resume operations and viii be worked
TO its utmost capacity. The plant is
owned and will be operated by the Pa
ciflc Cold Storage Company. Charles
Richardson is president of the company
and Chester ThOrne, also of Tacoma, is
interested. The other men interested
In the compaay are London capitalists.
A good deal of attention will be given
to the Alaska trade. The company
owns the steamers Robert Kerr, which
runs from ST. Michael to Cope Nome.
and the Lotta Talbot, which plies be-
tween St. Michael and Dawson The
steamer Elihu Thompson has now been
refitted at San Francisco and refrig-
orator plant put in place and she will
run between Tacoma and Cape Nome
this summer.
Stocks Of canned salmon IN the
United Kingdom cannot but be rela-
lively light at the present time, seeing
that imports in March were only 191,-
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

All contracts for advertising In
the AstoIian arc made ON u guar.
antee OF circulation four times
larger than that Of any paper
published or circulated In Clat.
sop county.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

A special meeting OF the council viii
be held at the city hail this evening
for the purpose OF arriving al some
dofnte acton on the city lighting ques-
tion. II viii be an open meeting. and
those Interested can satisfy themselves
nA to how the members OF the council
stand on this question ny attending
the meeting.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

The Northwestern Yeast Co.. OF Chi
cngo, H.. are out again this year dis
trlbuilng free samples Of their now IA
nous Magic Yeast. There In hardly a
man, woman or child In the United
States not familiar with the good quail
tiles " this fayori.e bread raiser. You
make no mistake when you buy Magic
Yeast AZ cents a package and refuse
TO take limitations.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
THE oNLY BICYCLE.

The above heading gives the mime.
What name2 Rambler, Of course We
have the exclusive agency. Call for
our prices and terms.
FISHER BROS.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
Pears
was the first maker Of
sticks Of soap for shaw
ing. Pears Soap es-
tablished over 100
years.

Wanted-Girl for sewing carpets; one
who has had experience IN that line
preferred Apply TO Chas. Hellborn x
Son.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
ANOTHER MARKET OPENING.
Arrangements May Be Made For Ship
ping Wheat 20 Astoria.

The Dalles Tines -Mountaineer con-
tanned the following:
DIR. August c. Kinney, Of Astoria,
practicing in Astoria, the doctor is very
enthusiastic In the matter of inaugural
ing wheat shipments from The Dalles
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
FOR SALE.

Astoria property at a bargain-house
with two aud one half lots N good To-
cation. Inquire Of
CAPT. w. p. WHITCOMB,
1s9 Fourteeth st., Portland, Or.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
A TAXPAYER.

Whatever the Astorian has had to
say about the public and private light
to the welfare of Astoria and its
citizens.
1t remains for the council and the
water commission to meet the situa-
ton. A condition, not theory con-
fronts them. What will they do with
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
TopAy's WEATHER.

PORTLAND. May Western ore
Eon and Western Washington. occa-
alonai showers. cooler IN the South
ern portion today,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

The Bachelors Club Of this city Will
give an entertainment nj Fishers opera
house on the night Of May 2Jth. About
thirty well-knOwn local gentlemen will
take part In the performance and n
most interesting program is promised
The production viii BE- IN the nature Of
burleRquc on the 'Spinster Club"
given recently by a number OF young
ladies Of this city. and which proved
TO be great success. The idea is
most clever one and viii prove decided
~ popular. The proceeds win be- do
mated 10 the Astoria public library.
james w. Welch. chairman OF the
reception committee for the odd Eel
lows convention. which will be held In
this city next week. states that there
IL q lack of lodging accommodations
for the visitors. Several days ago
books were opened for the purpose OF
keeping record % all places where
rooms could be had by the delegates,
but not enough rooms have been found
To accommodate all who viii come 10
the convention. II is requested that
all those who are able 20 furnish lodg-
Ing accommodations communicate the
fact 10 J. w. Welch. w +. scheibe
or Or. Ball.
With Norris & Rowes Big Trained
Animal Shows. which will exhibit In
this city next Monday afternoon and
night under their large waterproof
tents. which will be located centrally.
VIII be seen many new and novel ami
mai acts. The show has been greatly
enlarged and improved since It's last
appearance In this city. and many new
special features have been imported.
The performance given by the clever
animals with Norris a Rowe's shows
IL nothing short OF marvellous. The
funny clown dogs. the only trained Har-
lem goat. the wonderful little elephant,
the only trained African zebra, the
seventy trained Shetland ponies, the
cOmicai monkeys and the only trained
Sos lndious In this country, give
performance that cannot be excelled.
Norris a Rowe are the Originators OF
this form Of amusement and stand to-
day, without n doubt. the most sue
cesAful animal trainers In the world.
The little pets with this show are
taught 10 perform their various feats
through kindness: and Il is good
moral lesson for every boy and girl.
This will be the farewell tour OF the
show. Excursion trains viii run from
all adjacent towns. A grand free spec
tacular street carnival and new big pa
rade VIII be given on the morning OF
the exhibition at II O'Clock, at which
time the entire company OF over 800
animal actors win be seen decked out
In their gay trapplngs.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
REaIsrRAT1oN on vorERs.

Total Number Of Names on the Roll
to Date.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

A marriage license was issued yeatcr-
day 70 Orvllle O.. Cone and Alta ].
Clark. both Of ClatHop county.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

The Star restaurant. 62e Commercial
street. now open for business. Meals
II cents up. The best TO be had In the
city. Give II a trial for your dinner
today.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

The regIstratI0ns 70 date are IS f0I-
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

The Norwegian steamship Thyra has
arrived down from Portland The Thy
ra has on board one Of the largest
carg0eh ever sent from this port.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

BEST i5-CENT MEAL; RISING
SUN RESTAURANT.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

Charles Rogers and O. Wingate OF
this city have been chosen as trial
States court which eonycnes Ia Portland
on Monday
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

The Columbia River Packers Associa-
tlon has advanced the price OF salmon
from six to six and one-half cents.
The cold-storage people have made n
proportlonate Increase and are now pay
Ing seven cents for all flsh delivered.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

Roslyn coal lasts longer is cleaner
and makes less trouble with stoves and
chimney nues than any other, George
w. Sanborn. agent. Telephone 1871.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

Eastern fishermen say that the catch
of fresh mackerel this season promises
to be the largest for several years.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16
FATAL coLoRs.

Total to date ....................
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

Roalyn coal Ia tho best and most eco
nomical coal for household use IN A.
torin. Try II once and you will have
no other. George w. Sanborn. agent
Telephone 1911.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1900-05-16

Cream Pure Rye. Americas finest
whisky The only pure goods; guar
antaod rich and mellow. John i. Carl
son, sole agent.
The Washington weekly post., 1900-12-11

OF the sentence Tell me about H." she
commanded In a glow OF sympathy.
The woman controlled her hysterical
inclinations with an effort.
I'm not always washIn'." she began
and then I'm writin' stories. I love 10.
Once had pome published: but I nIyer
no niver-was insulted afore, an
Johnny bein' kicked down stairs when he
went for the pay they promIsed!'
What paper was itY" cried Marion
savagely, her fingers tingling at the story
Of wrong.
The Clock" said Hannah in a hushea
tone.
Fhe-the Clock" gasped Miss Kings
oury. She recovered herself proudly. At
yer an these poor creatures did not know.
Where Is the letter you spoke OFF, she
said
fling
Miss Kingsbury read. Her DISGUST and
shame rose. coupled with poignant pain.
as her eyes fell upon the words that
shped the letter and which the uneoa-
sclous Van Brunt had wrlttsi happiiy
ana iFoa the depths Of his heart. This.
then was the kind Of man she had-shs
had nearly loved. A man who sougbt for
nirtatlons with his unknown business
correspondents; a man who had tried >
take advantage OF an ignorant girl, Her
eyes travelled angrily over tho letter
again. Taking the letter with her and
honorlng Mrs. AcGinnis by summons
Upstairs. she few hopefully to her room.
IL was the work OF but a moment 10
compare the writing OF the addresses
Ihen with dizzy heart she sank down
upon the window se2t and thought il all
out
The Washington weekly post., 1900-12-11

pacity: as they move across the floor eat.
sleep. quarrel or make up they furnish me
power. Out of 250 people lSS will snore In
their sleep. These snOres will give me a
pressure of fifty pounds en- the engine"
''WonderfuH Wonderful she whisp-
cred.
tits Just making use of natural philo-
sophy. 1t is not a stock company. and
there will be- no dividends, but / want out
siders interested. 1 want 100 people 10 take
shares of Sl7 each in order that they may
help ple run the home and receive share
Of the public praise. The superintendent
alone WIN receive a salary May 1 offer
you the position?"
II don't believe | could take IT, You see,
/ am only a volunteer canvasser"
Exactly but / am satisfied You would
make a good superintendent and see that
none Of the power was wasted. I can say
that the salary viii be at least $500 per
year"
"It is awful kind OF you. but fear I
must decline
Then | will not press you. I will. h1w-
ever. put you down for a tl7 share. and
whenever you are near the home you are
entitled 10 drop In and stir up he in
mates The harder you stir hem the
more power we get Have you s. handy,
miss? II so, / viii use it for revenue
stamps"
y don't understand" she replied. as she
rose UP with puzzled look.
Plain as day. my dear young woman.
I subscribe SIS to the home you are can
vassing for / put you down for si7 for
share In the CrofoOt Utopia Power Com
pany. The difference between sl5 and ;H
Is s.. You had best pay now and have Il
over with"
But dent see" she protested, a. her
eyes grew big.
''rhen we will go over IL again. II you
add 2 10 i5 Il makes II. doesn't r.? AM
you owe me Just the difference. Fbis be-
ing my busy day
She looked at him in a vacant wav for
a minute and then laid & on the desk and
walked out without a word. Ten minutes
later she was back with the real esjg<e
man on the first floor, and the real estate
man pounded on the door and called out:
"Open. you sleek, slick man. aEd hama
over those sz"'
''Yes. sou talked me out OF g." added
the woman.
No reply.
open. or III kick the door in?'
Yes. we'll kick the door in!'
The silence OF death
Mai Crofoot. you are a scoundrelf'
"Yes. a deep-dyed scOundrsir'
But The major heard nos the words. he
had seized the money locked up his ofice
and gone down by the back stairs sftef
his luncheon. He no longer figured On a
I5-cent ''srab," bat his thoughts 5oundel
forward 20 a D-cent s!t-do@n. Win plenty
OF elboN-FOom.
The Washington weekly post., 1900-12-11
NnFree -llxer rinlhlan.

From Leslie'S Weekly.
OF the many false and misleading ac-
counts concerning China there Is not one
that has gained so wide a circulation. or
Is so far from the fact. as the statement
that China IL a free-sllver country. The
tael (Chinese 'liang'), which is so often
used in correction with Chinese values.
is neither a coin nor a unit of account.
but Is a measure Of weight. II Is the Chi
neSe ounce. and is equivalent 10 about
one and one-third ounce avolrdnpois OF
our weights.
There are no laws or regulations max
ing silver legal tender, and its use Is en-
fireiy commercial. In the shape OF bullion,
and is always subject 10 the agreement OF
the parties. The silver bullion is cast in
ingots OF about 20 taels' weight and every
hank or store of any size has a knife shan
Cd like a tobacco cutter for chipping or
shaving the silver ingots into pieces OF the
desired weight. while pair Of scales for
weighing Is an Indispensable part Of ey-
cry business mans oftit. Silver is used
because II offers the most Convenient
value. in proportion 10 weight ana VOL
uzne. for the transaction of Chinese bust
ness Gold bullion Is used b. the Chinese
IN the same manner but rarely. because n
- rare that business transaction in ihas
country reaches sufficient magnitlds NJ
make the use Of gold either nscessary or
Desirable
The Washington weekly post., 1900-12-11
4 aIissionary's Pourth of Juiy,

From Leslie's Weekly.
We have received the diary OF ore OF
the missionaries of the woman's Roarll of
Missions. Boston. who was besie-.4 in
Pekin from June last until the arrival of
the allied forces. II states that The nrst
missionary wounded Was the Rev Gilbert
Reid. who is well known among the rges-
byter.ans and Congregstionelists OF the
United States. The diary gives the snI-
lowing graphic account Of the manner in
which the Fourth of July was spent:
"Wednesday. 4th-Sueh a strange Fourth
of Julyl We had a terrible night. one
sharp attack following another nearly all
night long The ordinary racket OF the
night before the 4th was nothing 20 g.
or cocrse. there was little sleep, and II
has been a tired day. We had no gray OF
celebrating, eSeep, that we sang Amer
ica,' Battle Hymn OF the Republic and
oh, Say. Can You see% this morning, ard
most OF us are wearing little badges OF
red. white. and blue sewing silk. The