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Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
WASHINGTON STATE NEWS.

Champoux, who killed Lottie Brace,
has been sentenced to death by Judge
Bell at Seattle.
r. M. Moody has been appointed
postmaster at Belfast, Wash, in place
of Sallie P. O'Connor, resigned.
The steamer James Dollar has been
taken off the San Francisco run and
placed on the Seattle Nome run.
The contract for building the new
Wilson Creek school house has been let
to Mr.. Oliver, o. Spokane, for $3.50.
Senator Dillingham; is in Washing
ton completing arrangements Tor the
trip of Senators to Alaska this summer.
The steele on the Adrian cotoff is be-
ing laid RAPIDLY. 1t is expected to
have trains running over the cutoff by
July L.
The assessor g census of Douglas coun-
ty gives population of very near lO,-
900, about double the census returns
for 1900.
The resignation of Census Director
Merriam took effect Monday and Di-
rector North assumed the duties OF the
office on Tuesday.
James Burns, aged about 80 years,
did at Lanes logging camp, southwest
of Granite Falls, from injuries received
from a falling tree.
The trial of Nellie Underwood,
charged with drowning her three
weeks-old babe at Ballard, has been
continued until the fall term of cours..
The third annual meeting of the
North Pacific Sangerbund, comprising
German singing societies from Spo-
kane, Seattle, Portland, Whatcom and
Walla. Walla, began at Walla Walla
Friday evening. Representatives and
singers to the number OF 400 were in
attendance.
The North Pacific Window Glass
and Bottle Comany, located at Van AS
self, has been declared insolvent nv a
jury in the federal court at Seattle
The case is the first of it's kind in this
district. where the services of a jury
were brought into requisition to pass
upon the facts which were disputed by
the company, whose managers con-
tended that it was a growing con.
Germ and would be amply able to meet
it's obligations if given reasonable time
to do so. 9
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
GO TO THE BOTTOM.
President Said to Have Directed
Fullest Probing Of Post.
al Frauds.

Washington, June S.-President
Roosevelt fully approves the action Of
the postofiice officials in pressing the
investigations of the departments at
fairs. 1t is his intention that the in.
vestigation shall be sweeping and
thorough.
The situation in the postoffice depart
ment was considered in Its general
phases at the meeting of the cabinet
Saturday, but Postmaster General
Payne did not go fully into details.
During the afternoon, however, the
president and Mr.. Payne had long
conference, during which it is under
stood the president expressed his de-
sire that the investigation now being
made should be as searching as the in
genuity of the officials could make it,
and should be pursued until the depart
ment has been purged Of even the sus-
picion of dishonesty.
Immediately after Mr.. Payne re.
turend from the White House he sent
for Fourth Assistant Postmaster Goner-
al Bristow, whom he acquainted with
the presidents views on the investiga-
ton. In view of the constant activity
of the twenty inspectors employed
in the work. and of the president s
earnest approval of the investigation
and his instructions to Ego to the bot.
ton," important action at any moment
would occasion no surprise.
The postmaster general has dismiss
ed Thomas W. McGregor and c. Els
worth Upton, the rural free delivery
clerks arrested Friday. Officials de.
cline to discuss the status OF the case
of G. +. Smith, the Baltimore contract.
or who furnished the supplies that fig
ured prominently in the proceedings
against McGregor and Upton.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
NEWS OF THE DAY
ITEMS FROM VARIOUS PARTS OF
THE WORLD
Outside the State of Washington.
Resume of the Less Important,
but Not Less Interesting, Hap
penings of tho Past Week in q
Condensed Form.

Helling, Hungary, has been destroyed
by fire. Seven persons were burned to
death.
The Catholic Order of Foresters met
in annual convention at Everett on
Tuesday.
New York will have a new $40. 000,-
900 ice company. 1t is a reorganiza-
tion of the ice trust.
Official Russian reports on the Kis-
chinef outrages state that the Jews
started the trouble.
The Central News Agency announces
that the pope's illness is due to in
flammation of the bowels.
Money is being literally sent to Kan
sas tor the relief of the flood sufferers
from all parts of the country.
Maskedm en- held up late car on the
Madrona park line, at Seattle, and Sc.
cured $50 in cash and several watches.
The miller's convention at Detroit
demands that the freight rates for -four
and wheat be put. on the same basis by
the railroads.
At Philadelphia Kid Garter knocked
out Joe Butler in the first round at the
National Athletic club. The fight was
to have gone six rounds.
Norway and Sweden have decided to
be represented by their own counsel at
The Hague when the Venezuelan cases
are taken up for arbitration.
The Cape Town correspondent of the
London Daily Express learns that gil
gantic combination representing vari-
GUS interests is projected, with the OBJ
ject of controlling all the mining, in
dustrial and commercial interests in
South Africa.
The experiments which DR.. Wilev,
chief of the chemical division Of the
agricultural department, has been con-
Quoting on number of volunteers for
the purpose of testing the effects of bo-
rax and other personalities of food,
will be suspended on June 20. Just
when the results will be made public is
not known.
Judge Henry G. Caldwell, of the
United States circuit court of the eighth
circuit. has resigned. His home is in
Little Rock, Ark, Judge Caldwell re-
tires under the act of congress which
authorizes retirement Of United States
judges when they have attained the age
of 20 or have served ten years or more
on the bench
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
SUGGESTS AN INQUIRY.
Minister COnger Cables About Count
Cas-ini's Interview.

Peking, June S.--Cni,ed states Min
lister Conger has telegraphed to Secre-
tarvy Hay suggesting an inquiry into
the authenticity OF the published inter
view with the Russian ambassador,
Count Cassini, in which the latter was
repoi ted to have denied the correctness
OF Mr.. Conger's statement of the Rus
sian demands on China, and to have
expressed surprise that Minister Con-
ger should act on unreliable rumors.
Mr.. Conger's information was the
original letter that the Russian charge
d'affalres at Picking, NJ. Plancon, sent
to the Chinese foreign Office, containing
the Russian demands.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
Protect Forests from Fire.

Seattle, June S.-The county com
missoners have appointed Game War
den II. Reiff fire marshal for King
county and have ordered ali County
road supervisors to act as ex otlicio fire
marshals to prevent the starting OF
brush fires between June Is and Octo-
her Is. Stringent measures will be ia
ken to prevent forest fires such as those
which ragged throughout Western Wash.
iongtOn last summer.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
Tacoma Quotations.

Wheat-Bluestem, 7Sc; club, zoe.
Cattle-Steers, $4.75 per cwt; cows
81.
Sheep-5c.
Hogs-$7.50.
Veals-s5@7
Butter-Washingto creamery, 32c;
ranch. 17WlSc; California. 26Q2Sc.
Honey-California comb. lac; Cali,
fornia strained. &c. home honey, lac.
Eggs-Fresh ranch. 17618c
Oats-S24. SO Q$2550; rolled oats
$3.50 1880.
Feed-Barley, whole grain. $3.50;
rolled s24.50; timothy, east of the
mountains. s17.50Q1850 per ton; clio.
YER, $16.5O017.50; alfalfa. :14.5U@
1850; wheat, $26.50@27; wheat nay,
$16@16.50; corn, $25.
Bran-$18; shorts. SO.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11

Il. Orville Wilcox Wants $18O,OOO
from Promoter.

Chicago, June S.-Capt. John j.
Healy is defendant in suit for $780,
600 damages, filed by l.. Orville Will
cox. The suit is said to be the outcome
of business deal. Both men own large
interests in corporations in Alaska, and
it is said that Healy failed to turn over
a large amount OF stock due Wilcox.
In what corporation Wilcox is said
to have an interest his attorney would
not sav. The declaration in the case
has not been filed.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
MANY DROWNED.
Midnight Storm in South Carolina
Very Disastrous,

Spartapburg. S. c., June S.-A tor
rental rain storm visited this region
shortly before midnight, and at dawn
resulting in general devastation of life
and property. All the bridges and
trestles on the main line of the South
ern railroad were washed away. The
greatest destruction OF life and proper
ty occurred at the Pacolet, Clifton and
Glendale mills.
Wires are down and reports conflict
ing, but it seems certain that forty or
fifty persons were drowned, mostly mill
operatives.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
COMMERCE. OF ALASKA.
Estimated AT $3O.OOO,OOO This Year,
Exclusive OF Gold.

Washington, June Sin an official
statement just prepared the bureau OF
statistics OF the treasury department
saws the commerce of Alaska during
the fiscal year ending this month will
probably amount TO more than $40,
600 900. This is exclusive OF gold.
The statement comments at some
length on the increasing value Of the
territory as indicated by the statistics
OF domestic commerce.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
Ends the DrOuoht.

Boston, June 9.--Plenty OF rain last
night ended the so days dronth in
Northern and Southern New England
and quenched most of the forest fires
which have burned vast areas into
blackened wastes.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
EPPINGER FAILURE.
Appears to Be Little Prospect for
Creditors.

Appears to Be Little Prospect for
Creditors.
San Francisco, Jane 9.-The Chroni-
Gle says:
"The Eppinger failure, which is now
declared to he the result of about five
years OF unwise investments, is more
sweeping in it's results than was at first
supposed. 1t is now known that the
liabilities will Approximate 81 1873, 900.
There is only about $3.50, 900 worth of
property with which to pay this, and
$500. 900 OF it is represented by 10000
acres of land, on which the London,
Paris and American bank holds mort
cages, leaving but about $250,O0o in
warehouse, stores and grain to satisfy
claims of nearly 81, 100000.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
BIG GUN BLOWS UP.
Monitor Nevada the Last TO Suffer
in Target Practice.

Newport News, Va, June While
the monitor Nevada wac at target prac-
tice off the capes yesterday morning an
explosion Ct one OF the big guns tore
up the turrett, inflicting considerable
damage. The monitor returned to Old
Point Comfort and the navy departures
was notified. Orders are expected di-
recting the monitor to sail at once to
one of the navy yards COR repairs.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1903-06-11
Moody Would Retire.

Washington, June Sit announced
that Secretary Moody will not remain
in the cabinet longer than the present
term Of President Roosevelt. Mr..
Moody expects to resume the practice
of law.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
J G. WINNING X co.

Among the oldest and most reputable furniture houses iD the city Is tue firm of '. c. Twining X Co, 106 Bank street, dealers i'll furniture, carpets and ranges. Mir Twinin.-, the head of the house, has been i'll the furnishing bus mess in Waterbury for twenty-five years, and during that time has built up a trade that compares favorably with the largest furniture houses in tie state. For many years Mir TwiDing's place Of business was on South Main street, but four years ago he removed to his present location, where he has remained ever sincea The courtesy with which Mir Twinfhg has invariably received his customers. his readiness to show even the smallest buyer what he has to offer and his established re- putation for fair dealing. arc the causes for his success. a success at tested hy the rapid and lucrative growth of his business.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
THE FINNEGAN-PHILLlPS co.

The aim of the Tinnegan-P Phillips company is to supply all clothing needed by men and boys. The com pany occupies an elaborate store at the corner of Bank and Grand streets. The store is brilliantly lighted on clear days by the sun, which is admitted through many large plate glass win dows on two sides of the building. and on evenings by electricity. The value of this illumination to customers is that it cha ables them to see what they are buying. Clothing should never be examined in a dark place Tricky clothing dealers often darken their stores as much as possible merely to prevent customers from seeing defects in the goods which they (the fealersl have for sale.
 The public recognizes the fact that the Finnegan-Phillips Company ia of ferlng for sale high grade clothing at fair prices and an evidence of that re- cognition is the firms rapidly inrreas- ing patronage. The store is famous as Waterbury headquarters for the well known A. E. KirSchbaum "all hand made" suits. overcoats. trousers et" the Glastonbury. Norfolk aud New Brunswick underwear. the Mon arch" "Cluett' and "E. X w" shirts, collars and cuffs. all the latest styles Of silk. opera and derby hats. bearing the mark of the famous "HaweS' Of New York. the noted No Name" soft hats. large stock of the latest fall ties, at the one price of fifty cents. an assortment of fashionable bags. in cluding the English "traveler," and suit cases of sole leather and alligator and inst as complete an assortment of trunks
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
DAVID STEIN.

David Stein. the proprietor of the large tailoring establishment at 21G North Main street. came to Waterbury from Austria. his native land. thirty years ago. Eighteen years ago he be gan to do business here as a tailor, His sterling German qualities were quickly recognized and his business grew rapidly. It has continued to grow until now it Is one of the largest and most profitable in the state of Con necticut. The business has branched out Into several other cities. in each of which 1t is. prospering. Unlike many men running large esta ahlishments, MT Stein Is a tailor ln fact as well as in name He employs a force of about ten expert tailors, who work in g shop in the rear of the establishment. This shop is In charge of a graduate of q college of cutters. F. w. Schlosser. Scattered about the spacious establish mert are many tables, bearing hun dredg of rolls of rich. fashionable cloth. Mfr Stein has q separate depart ment for cleaning and repairing. To keep 8 mans entire wardrobe in first class shape he charges $2 Der month. Mir Stein is ono Of the cltv's most sub stantfal business men. He owns a large amount Of property here. lie a charter m nenber of Towantick tribe. l. O. K. M.. and has just been initiated Into Waterbury aeric. F. O. F.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
JOHN BARRIE.

Among the well known Scotchmen of Waterbury is John Barrie, the tailor, whose rooms are at 50 Bank street. Mir Barrie came to this coun- try from Scotland seventeen years ago; having learned his trade there. He Is a native of Haddingtonshire, and since his arrival in America has always lived, with the exception of four years. in Waterbury. That he has been in the same quarters on Bank street for ten years is an excellent re- commendation for the quality of his work. Mir Barrie has served as con- stable for two terms. and is now en- tering on a third. He is a stanch re- publican and a prominent member of the Burns club. Mir Barrie carries a line of standard material of the best weave. and the conservative man, who wishes his clothes made accord ing to the mode and in the most work manlike manner. will be repaid by visit to Mir Barrie's place of business
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
Connecticut Boot X Shoe Co.

The Connecticut Boot and Shoe Co, whose store is located at 2S East Main street. does an enormous business. It is one of Waterbuly's old and firmly established firms and is a credit to the city. It is one of those business houses which is responsible for the prominent position this city holds in the business world. The business that this firm does is very extensive
 Hundreds of pairs of shoes. are sold weekly and thousands monthly. The people of Waterbury have patronized this store for years. That they are well pleased with the quality of the goods is shown by the manner in which they continue 10 favor this store with their trade. This is no trembling business venture, but it is a business which is firmly esta blished in the hearts ot hundreds of people in this city and in neighboring towns.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
BOSTON FURNITURE co.

A firm which has risen consistently and steadily in public estimation Of Waterbury people is the Boston Frrn1 ture Co. whose large and beautiful store is located at the junction of South Main. Scovill and Brook streets. Con- mencing on q small scale, this company now occupies and owns one of the largest blocks in the city. and carries a stock second to none in the state, il point of size and quality. While the house has made q speciality of furnl- tllre. it also handles a complete line or ranges. crockery, carpets and every thing requisite for successful house keeping. Their prices are low for cash or easy terms of payment. The firm established a reputation for integrity and fair dealing since their coming to the city some years ago. The trade has increased perceptibly. It is not because the firm has resorted tO fiaShy adver- tisements or loud appeals for attention that the business has increased. but be- cause the quality of it's goods Is the best advertisement it could have. The company has furnished innumerable houses in the city for young married people and the prospective purchaser might look farther and fare much worse than to pay a visit to the Boston Furniture Co.'S show rooms.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
HOLCZER BROS.

M, Holrzor has by push and sAgacity established himself as a factor in Wa terbury's industrial life. Anyone who desires to buy q good shoe reasonably has always been able to have his wants satisfied at 199 South Main street, Hplczer's Standard shoe house. The famous Pillsbury school shoes, low heel, seamless. and all leather, enjoy d large patronage. The prices run from oo- to 9S cents pair. and for the work ing man they have the Atlas and Vul- can CrcedmOors, made out of oil grain and begged, all strictly leather, at S1 50. The Essex is a shoe for icemen, made in Milwaukee grain and calf lined. seamless. at $2. The youths and boys never rip line is we'll known among the hardy boys of Waterbury. The famous Snow S3 shoes please the correct dresser and every day business man. The great F'itzu S3.50 shoe is also handled by this house.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
WILSON & TYRRELL.

One of the successful firms which the devastating fire of February ?. 1902, tried to drive out of business was tbat of Wilson X Tyrrell, 115 South Main street. This pair of enterprising young men started their concern in January, 1898, purchasing the stock and good will of T.. M. Kern. the gents fur1isher. As soon as their old stand was rebuilt they returned to il and picked up the trade temporarily lost during their absence. Colin F. Wilson. the senior member of the company. was born in Dundas, On taTi0, of Scotch parents. about thirty three years ago, and received his early education in the Dominion schools and at the Toronto Collegiate academy. He finished his schooling with three years course at the University of Pennsylvania. Ralph A. Tyrrell the junior member. was born in Water bury and received his education here He was formerly all old and trusted cmployc of the Holmes Booth X Hay dens Manufacturing Go.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
CRIEVE, BlsSET & HOLLAND.

Reliability, courtesy and economy tell in three words the principles of the dry goods firm of Grieve Bisset & Eol land. situated at the handy location of Bank street and Exchange place. This progressive house, which now employs some thirty clerks, is conducted by men of long experience in the busi- ness. AS natural result the details of the many departments are unex- celled and a patron who leaves with a want unsatisfied knows not his own needs in the dry goods line. The reli- ability of the firm rests upon it's staunch packers. who know their trade from show window to store room eel lar. MT Grieve was for many years with Grieve & Hughes, Yonkers, N. Y., while Messrs Bisset and Holland were for many years in the employ Of the Reid X Hughes Go of this city and have taken post-g graduate courses in the dry goods school of experience. Hence the goods they offer possess a raro combination of durability and econo- my. Competent clerks. aided greatly by the speedy Acme" cash system. second the coureous management of the store in their efforts to pease.
 Thursdays at Grieve, Bisset & Hol- lands have now become famous as bargain times for the keen buyers of Waterbury. To single out any one ex- ceiling department at this store is no easy task. But perhaps the superior laces in stock here have made that de- partment the widest known, and "best laces at best prices" has absolute truth in this case. Forrest Mills un- derwear, Gordon dye hosiery, Chal- lenge silk and C.. F. & H. taffeta are among the leaders which have helped to establish the reputation of this firm. The S1.49 Empress and the 9Sc Vassar gloves are kept by this house as they are formed to fit and made to last. Or course all the leading brands of corr sets. collars. etc. are to be found here Nor must the ever popular Nottingham lace curtains be forgotten by the house. keeper when needed. Though the women are the main objects to please at this store. still the needs of men are not forgotten. for in the famous Myers glove can be found style strength ap@ economy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
JOSEPH BROOK.

No more complete or high grade line Of clothing and gents furnishings can be found in Waterbury than that displayed by Joseph Brook, whose es- tablishment is located in the Trott block, at 13O Broadway. His double store which ts spacious and well ap pointed, contains all of the latest vari- cities of clothing, hats. fur goods, etc, etc. Mir Brook. who has been twelve years in the clothing business, recent ly opened this house. For a number of years be commanded an extensive thorough going business man and is bound to build up a large business.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
REUBEN SNAGC.

Reuben G. Snagg, of 10 Bank street, caters to Waterbury's smartest dress CTS. MT Snagg was formerly in the Buckner block, but now his establish ment is in the Warner block, Suite 3. Mir Snagg carries complete line of woelens and other suitings Of the lat est patterns and finest weaves. With such line of goods Mir Snagg must necessarily put out an equally high grade of work. The man who has ''Snagg' marked on the inside of his coat is the one who demands the lat est cut and finest workmanship. MT Snagg makes suits from thirty dollars up. and overcoats likewise at the same figures. with trousers at seven dollars and up and vests at six dollars and I'D.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
s. VI. FREEDMAN.

One of Waterbury's young and prom ising business men is S. M Friedman of 153 Bank street, opposite Waterbury National bank, formerly on corner of Bank and Grand streets, dealer in his own make of umbrellas and parasols, at wholesale and retail; specialties in high grade trunks, bags, satchels, dress suit cases and all kinds of leath- CT goods at manufacturers prices. He also carries large assortment of walking sticks. Umbrellas and parasols are recovered and repaired in best manner while you walt. and keys are sold and fitted. The factory is at 153- 155 Bank street. He also repairs trunks and bags. Mir Friedman es- tablished his present prosperous busi- ness eight years ago. Small profits and large business required his nov ing four times to larger quarters. Shrewd management and undoubted