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Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17


chosen to constitute. committee on
resolutions. The committee was as
follows: G. B. Meredith, Dr. A. o. Will
liams, ]. G. Meek, A. w. Enoch, w. H.
Mynard, G. G. Porter and w. S. Rus
sell.
Judge Mitchell Talks.
The name of ]. K. Dysart was plac-
ed before the convention as the nomi-
nee for mayor by Judge j. c. MITCHELL
who presented the name of his can
didate in the following short introduc-
tory talk:
"The people of Ottumwa in munich
pal matters are at the present time
squarely up against conditions and
not mere theories. AT this time, if
can correctly judge, our municipal
matters are in most miserable and
most inexcusable middle, and at this
time, more than ever before, the city
| needs a government composed of
broad minded, practical men, not
dominated by any one idea, or hob
by. / mean broad minded, able men,
able to deal with conditions, and men
not likely to become ratified when
dealing with extraordinary conditions,
and of these there has been a superb
bundance in Ottumwa. The predica-
ment in which the council now finds
itself in regards to water can only be
explained by the incompetency of the
city government.
have a man in mind, man who is
eminently fitted for the position of
mayor of the city. refer to James X.
Dysart, of the second ward, whose
name l am glad to have the privilege
to present to the convention tonight.
| Mr.. Mitchell's motion that J. K. Dys-
art be nominated as the candidate for
mayor by reclamation was unani--
mously carried.
For Police Judge.
The informal ballot for police Judge
brought out four candidates, John L..
Moore, j. F. Blake, Emmett Work, and
R. N. Wilcox. The first three candi-
dates ran about even for the first three
ballots, but the third formal ballot
was the turning point and Emmett
| Work secured the nomination, the
vote being as follows:
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17
MINER is CRUSHED.
D. w. overstreet Caught by Falling
SIate-Probabiy Fatally Injured.

Keb, March .14.-(Special)- PIN
Toned beneath big fall of slate, with
his head crushed and several ribs bro
ken, ID. w. Overstreet was found about
III o'clock this morning by a fellow
miner in the mine here in a precarious
condition.
Overstreet was Immediately removed
to the home of his brother Charles
Overstreet, where a physician was
summoned and an examination of his
injuries disclosed that he was prob
ably fatally hurt
Was Working Alone.
Overstreet, who was employed in the
mine here, was working this morning
in his room alone, when the accident
occurred, and though the crash was
heard by Robert Fox, fellow miner,
he did not reach the room in time to
prevent the occurrence. 1t is stated
that Overstreet was engaged in min
ing down shot when the coal sudden
ly fell. AS it did so he is supposed to
have jumped. but in doing this was
caught by a large piece of slate, which
he did not see.
Crushed to Ground.
AS soon as ne neard the crash. KIDD
ert Fox, who was working near rushed
to the room in which Overstreet had
been working, but upon his arrival he
could not see nothing of the man. After
hurried examination of the place Ov-
erstreet was found PROSTATE beneath
large fall of slate. 1t was found
that the slate, which completely COW
cred the mans body. had broken in two
over his head The fragments Of slate
were quickly removed by three miners
and Overstreet was taken from the
mine.
Is in Precarious Condition.
AS soor as the injured man had been
taken to the home OF his brother. with
whom he was living, Dr. ]. H. Hull was
summoned and dressed the injuries On
examination the physician discovered
that the mans head was crushed AMI
several RIBS We're broken, and it is
thought that he also suffered internal
injuries There is little hope enter.
tanned for his recovery.
Was Single Man.
Mr.. overstreet is an unmarried man
of about 30 years Of age and has hasa
employed in the Keb mines but short
time.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17

Hunter tor Solicitor.
f. M. Hunter received the nomina-
ton as city solicitor on the first for
NAL ballot, w. w. Epps and j. c. Nit
chell, both of whom had been nominal
ed by reclamation, having declined,
stating that their private business
would not permit them to perform the
duties of the office, and they felt that
nomination at this time was equiv
alent to an election. There was no
informal ballot. the first formal being
the decisive ballot. 1t was as follows:
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17
$2e.25 to California.

To San Francisco, to Los Angeles.
or to most any of the principal points
in California.
Every day until June Is, 1908
Via the Chicago, Milwaukee & ST.
Paul Railway.
Also low rates to hundreds of other
points, west and northwest.
Ask nearest Agent of the Chicago,
Milwaukee & ST. Paul Railway for adj
ditional information. Colonist folder
free on request.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17
WARDs.
Treasurer and Auditor.

G. A. Hagberg was given the NOM
ination for city treasurer by acclama-
ton. 1t however, was necessary to
ballot for a choice for the nomination
as city treasurer. w. r. Warren was
the successful candidate, but one bal
lot being cast. The vote was as fol-
lows:
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17

Much that passes under the name
of principle is iltsigured prejudice.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17
n A Miller

General Passenger Agent, Chicago,
Milwaukee & st. Paul Railway, Chi
cago.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17

Good company may be the very
worst.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17
we are here for business. What is
your pleasure, gentl emen?"
Committee on Resolutions.

Upon motion of Major Samuel Ma
hon one delegate from each ward was
chosen to constitute committee on
resolutions. The committee was as
follows: G. B. Meredith, DR.. A. o. Will
liams, ]. G. Meek, A. W. Enoch. w. H.
Mynard, G. G.. Porter and w. S. Rus
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17
DYSART CHOSEN
Will Head Republican Ticket in
Spring City Election.
LEAVES VACANCY IN TICKET
TO Hold Caucus Monday Night to Sc.
Iect Alderman From Second Ward
Enthusiastic Gathering at conven.
manifestations Adopted.

From Fridays Daily.
For Mayor-James X. Dysart.
For Police Judge-Emmett Work.
City Solicitor-F. M. Hunter.
City Treasurer-C., -. Hagberg.
City Auditorium. r. Warren.
City Engineer-C. r. Allen.
City Assessor-John r. Smith.
Aldermen at Large-George Withall
and Samuel Johnson.
Park Commissioners-J.A A. Pallister,
s. L. Vest and w. w. Cummings.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17
Hunter for Solicitor.

Oh mOu1On the nOmlnatlOn OF MI
Work was made unanimous.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1899-1903, 1903-03-17

The second nomination was given to
Samuel Johnson or the second formal
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14
Rural Adventures Ct a Great Play.

The following story is related OF the
dog days adventures of over Mag
ara Falls" q play that VIII be seen
at the opera house Monday, Septem-
Der q. There is an influential opera
house manager Of a certain one night
stand in Michigan, whose house is
used at times by traVeIing companies
for brushing up purposes. He is de-
ciJedIy opposed to curtain calls, pos
sibly because when the house is seat
ed and the pasteboards counted he
raises and lowers the curtain.
When over Niagara Falls" was
sent forth on its present record break
ing tour, the first performance was
given in this town. There is a climax
to the third act which seldom fails 10
set less than eight curtain calls Ii
lis stated that on this occasion the
scene aroused even more than the
customary enthusiasm, and the audi
ence loudly clamOred for curtain after
curtain call. Il was sent up and down
five times, but the audience still per
sisted in having more OF the Falls
scenery. Places called: the stage
manager and the performers struck
their customary attitudes for the tab
leau, while the electricians, stage car
penters, and scene shutters attended
Take up the curtain. What are
you waiting for?" yelled the stage
manager to the house manager at the
MINDLESS. Still no change. The noise
in front had by this time increased
10 an UDroar.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14
Fruit Fair Exhibitors Are
Looking Around.
WALlA WALlA PRODUCE COMPANY
viii Have Handsome Display Of
Fruits This Year Aeain-Work
on Building Being Rushed.

Exhibitors al the Walla WalIa Fruit
fair this Tear are already picking out
space ana arranging to begin/on dis
play booths. The Walla Walla Pro
duce company will make a splendid
exhibit this year again Z. H. Berney,
a member Of the company, this after
noon selecting space in the big pavil-
ion. The exhibit will consist Of the
choicest fruits and vegetables prOduc-
ed in the valley and will occupy a
space approximately % by 80 feet.
The exhibit will be prepared By
John Duncan, an expert designer who
has been in the upper country for
some time in the interests of the
company. He has returned and will
begin work on the exhibit within
few days. Merchants are beginning
to look over the floor space offered
by the fruit fair anagement for
booth purposes and the erection Of
booths will commence the first part
Of next week.
Rain somewhat interfered with the
canvaSmen in placing the roof on the
big building and this part of the WORK
will hardly be completed before to-
morrow night with favorable weather
conditions. BY Wednesday the man
agemeEt expects to begin on the in
terror decorations
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14
WHITMAN COLLEGE,

All departments of Whitman col
lege, the college, the conservatory of
music, and the academy, open on
Wednesday morning, September 10th,
at $40 O'Clock. Registration Of col
lege students will be conducted by
the secretary Of the faculty in the
REGISTRARS Office OF Memorial build
ine. and of academy students by the
principal Of the academy in his Office
IL Tie same building Registration of
observatory students will take place
il the directors office at the conser-
vat0ry. The hours of registra ton are
from to II and from l 80 to 4. On
Nc2I2y and Tuesday, September 18th
g." 18th, college and academy stu
(-@,s may also register between 8
ar = each morning
2ublic convOcatiOn is held on Tues
c. evening at s o'clock in the Me
cljal chapel, when the annual adj
dress will be given by Prof. Hendrick
OF the topic, Poetry in Education"
The public is invited Alumni and
former students are urged to be pres
ent.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

What is the matter up there?
Raise it up, Can't you hear the PEG
Dle in 'front.'" fairly howled the now
angry stage manager.
At this point the decidedly rustic
face of the house manager. his brow
dripping with perspiration. peered
over the fly gallery, and fog-horn
voice came down: Say, ef you want
this gol burned old kertin rised agin.
Jest come and 90 it yerself. I'm all
1uckered Out?'
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14
Exposition and Carnival at Portland
Sent 11th to Goth

For the above occasion the O. r. &
n. Co. will make a rate from Walla
Walla to Portland and return OF
$10.35 including one admission to the
XpositiOn-carnival. Tickets on sale
September 10, IS, %, %, with limit
Of seven days from date Of sale with
the exception that tickets sold on
September 22d and 25th will be lin
tied to September 28th.
K. BURNS,
General Agent.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

The w. & G. R. Ry. will run an ex-
cursion train to the Pickard ranch at
CLYDE Wednesday. the 18th, for the
benefit Of those wishing to attend the
private sale. Train leaves here at I
A. m. and returns same day.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

tor of the Cumberland PRESBYTERIAN
church officiating. The services wer.
largely attended. Interment was in
the city Gem terry.
The management OF the WaIla
Walla theater report a large sale OF
seats for Fighting Bob which will
be seen at the popular playhouse tnis
evening.
Otto Weile, the hydraulic engineer
who has been employed by the coun-
ell to investigate and report on Walla
Walla's water resources, is expected
to arrive in the city tomorrow from
a business trip to Spokane.
The Page meat market in East
Main street, is to be removed to the
store room formerly occupied by the
Rambler cyclery in the Statesman
block. Handsome quarters are being
fitted up.
Rev. Mr.. Turner will preach at the
First Baptist church next Sunday on
ANARCHY and the Men That Teach
It. The discourse, so it's said viii
be somewhat startling and indict peo-
PIE who consider themselves any
thing but anaTchistic.
Charles F. Tyler, a resident of
Stevens county, died at the Walla
Whlla hospital yesterday morning Of
tuberculosis, aged 10 years. Funeral
arrangements will be announced later.
The deceased leaves one daughter
aged years.
The initiatory degree will be CON
at tonight's meeting Of Trinity lodge
No. 121, I. O. O. Z. A literary and
musical program will also be render
ed arrangements having been COM
dered at each meeting night here
after.
Ralph, infant son Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Louis Johnson, died yesterday at the
family residence, 533 South Third
street, of cholera infantum. The fun
eral took place at 10 o'clock this
morning. Rev. J. z. Lamb, pastor of
the Cumberland Presbyterian church
officiating Interme2t was in the city
cemetery.
In the case of Levi Ankeny ct al,
VS.. William Blakeley, sheriff Of Una
tilla county. a suit to restrain the
county from collecting the assess
ment on the holdings Of the First
National bank of this city, over a
certain figure, the circuit court has
decided that the assessment is legal
and that the taxes must be collected
Fast OregOrian.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14
Inland Empire Fair at Moscow.

For the above occasion the O. r.
& n Co. announce a rate of $3.50 10
Moscow and return. Tickets on sale
September 20, so, and October 1st
with a return limit Of October 3D.
r. BURNS,
General Agent.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14
Steam Engineers in Convention.

Wheeling. Wa. Va, Sept. 1.-THE
international convention Of steam en-
gineers convened here this morning
with 300 delegates.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14
ARE YOUR FEET SORE.

Are your feet sore7 See w. r. Be-
gle at residence, First and Popla.
streets. Outside calls attended TO.
Charges reasonable. Phone Red Coz
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Invitation extended TO the ladies
free cup of tea or coffee, at Muntinga's
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Something better in meats than
usual? Then try the Walla Walla
Meat company for the better kind.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

W. D. Smith is the pest equipped
funeral director in the city. Offers
largest assortment Of goods at half
the price of competitors.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

If you appreciate a good cup OF
tea or coffee visit Muntinga's.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Five o'clock Tea and Royal Lunch
Milk waters. Sims grocery.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Limburger, Swiss and Cream cheese
at Muntinga's Grocery.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Walla Walla Meat company. Tele-
phone Main 46.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Pages market is the place for fine
meats. Phone Main 50.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Festino Almond and Sultana Fruit
waters. Sims Grocery.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Sample my teas and coffee; free
cup at MUntinga's.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Finest coffees AM teas. Try a
cup at Muntinga's.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Fresh vegetables every morning at
Beck's grocery. 10S E Alder.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Ice cream soda, ice cream and fine
lunches. Alheit's bakery, 211 ". Main.
Phone Main lis.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

Otto Weile, the hydraulic engineer
who has been employed by the coun-
Gil to investigate and report on Walla
Walla's water resources, is expected
to arrive in the city tomorrow from
a business trip to Spokane.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1903-09-14

The management OF the Walla
"alia theater report a large sale OF
seats for "Fighting Bob" which will
De seen at the popular playhouse tnis
evening.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-18
MUSICAL COTERIE.

The second meeting of the Mu- sicaI Coterie was held at the home of Mrs. R. w. Randy Thursday, Dec. IT.
 A number of the members being absent, the program, though short, was enjoyed by all and was as follows:
 Angels Trio, from Elijah, Mrs. R. W. Randy, Mrs. c. E.. Crook, Mrs. Champ. Simpson.
 Reading, From the Opera Parsifal, " Mrs. c. w. Beard.
 Reading, Criticism from the press and pulpit on the opera Parsifal, Miss Pearl Martin.
 Mozart, his life and works, 7 were then read and discussed by each member of the coterie.
 Miss Sanford of Searcy de- lighted the coterie with a recita- tion entitled f'The Bishop and the Caterpillar.
 Two new members came into the coterie, Mesdames Henry Bragg and John Walker.
 At the close of the meeting dainty refreshments, consisting of cake, pickles and coffee were nicely served by Mesdames Randy and Will O'Neal and Miss San ford.
 The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. c. E. Crook Thursday, December 31, at which a special program will be rem dered. CoTERIE REPORTER.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-18
VERY LOW RATES
To the Southeast Via the South
 ern Railway.

Round trip tickets will be sold reading over the Southern Rail- way to all points in the South east at the rate of one fare, plus $2 for the round trip. Dates of sale Dec. 19, 20, 21 and 26, good to return thirty days from date of sale.
 See that your ticket reads via the Southern Railway. Three daily trains out of Memphis, fine gas-lighted, steam-heated trains and quick schedules. For fur ther information address
 c. A. DESAUssURE,
 Division Pass. Agt., 97b13t Memphis Tenn.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-18
SPECIAL RATES
Account Christmas and New Years Holidays Via the Iron
 Mountain Route.

An open rate of fare and one third for the round trip, with minimum selling rate of 50 cents, and maximum selling rate of S3. 50 between points within a distance limit of 100 miles. Rate one fare plus 50 cents for the round trip between points out side of 100 miles radius and with in 200 mile radius. Tickets on sale Dec. 24th, 18th and 3lst and Jan. 1, good to return up to and including Jan. 4, 1904. All tickets to be limited to continu- ous passage in each direction.
 98btd T. H. REAMEY, Agt.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-18
BOND FIXED
 FOR GALLOWAY.

The examining trial of Will Galloway, who assaulted and cut Virgil Caldwell of Bradford in the red light district Saturday night, was held before Justice Guy Smith Thursday.
 The defendant was held to the next grand jury, his bond being fixed at $500. As he is a stranger here he was unable to secure same that afternoon and was therefore remanded to jail.
 Caldwell is reported to be inn proving gradually at his home in Bradford, and 1t is now thought that he will recover. A travel ing man is the authority for the statement that the wounded man says that he is to blame for the whole trouble. It is said that Caldwell has the reputation of being an obstreperous bully when drunk, and eye witnesses claim that the scrape was forced upon Galloway.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-18
NOTICE.

Parties desiring to take advan- tage of the reduced rates to points North and to the South east during the holidays will oblige us if they will notify us a day or two before they intend leaving, so that in case we do not have the ticket on hand that we can procure them. 98btd
 THos. H. REAMEY, Agt.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-18
LEONARD-ALVIS.

MT. T. L. Leonard and Miss Ella Avis were married Thurs day afternoon about four o'clock at the store of Wolff-Goldman Mercantile Company by Justice Guy Smith.
 The Independent wishes them the best there is in life.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-18
LIVERYMEN FAR MFRS DRAYMEN

And all users of axle grease that want the best grease on the market and that recognize a good thing when shown its merits, we recommend our Golden and Cas- tor Oil brands of Axle Grease. It is put op in 1 pound tin boxes and 3 pound tin buckets. For sale by all up-to-date merchants. Ask for it and take no substitute. It is guaranteed to have no equal for quality on the market.
 WATERS=PIERCE
 OIL COMPANY.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-18
FOR SHERIFF.

To the voters of Jackson county.
 I am candidate for reelection to the office of sheriff of Jackson county, subject to a Demo cratic primary if one IS held. Feeling that have discharged the duties of that office in such a manner as to merit your confidence and thank ing you for your support in the past and asking your help in the future. If elected l will do my duty Your fellow citizen, k. ". RANDY. < We are authorized to announce Shell simmons as a candidate for election to the office of Sherift of Jackson county subject to the action Of the Democratic party