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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-12-03
LARGELY ATTENDED, AND WILL
REALIZE HANDSOMELY FOR
THE CHURCH.
Standing of the Contestants for the
$3.50 Piano to Be Given to the
Most Popular Men.

The Catholic Bazaar is being large
ly attended, and will realize hand
some sum for the church. Many pret-
ty articles are offered for sale and are
finding many buyers.
The votes for the most popular lady
for the fine piano at the Bazaar rated
at $3.50 net cash, are growing fast. The
instrument is an exceptionally fine one.
The most prominent contestants SO far
as now known are: Miss Bishop, Miss
Pickett and Miss Fannie Hardin, none
of whom cared to show their strength
last night. Miss Bishop was ahead
with 500 votes; Miss Pickett was next
with 200, and Miss Hardin was present
ed 20. Mayor White acts as judge fer
Miss Bishop, Hon. E. J. Kerwin judge
for Miss Pickett, and Mr.. J. H. Dell
mon for Miss Hardin Father Lucey
made the announcement
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-12-03
limited to fifteen minutes

Committee on arrangements-R. c.
Childress, J. &. Ish. K. NJ. Carver.
Wiley Welch, T. II. Jackson, w O. T.
Watkins, J. A. Stout and J. p. StriCk-
land.
Headquarters will be at Philander
Smith College.
Teachers desiring information about
homes will communicate with Prof r.
c. Childress at the college
1t is earnestly hoped that this will
be the banner meeting of the assOca-
ton.
Reduced rates will be granted by all
the railroads leading into the city
Yours for the cause of education.
A. n. Freeman, VIM. Townsend Miss
Lucy Mcsely, NJ. w. Lee, executive
committee.
J. C. CORBIN, President,
A. N. FREEMAN, Secretary.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-12-03
New Way to Strop Razor,

A correspondent of the Scientific
American thus describes his method
81 stroppiDg his razor: Every one
knows that metal expands with heat.
put my Iazrr, handle kept out, just
Eafore stropping. IN boiling water, and
leave it until it has absorbed as much
heat as | can stand in handling.
While the blade is hot | strop it well.
The metal e,ools as strop. In about
twenty-five strokes the edge is SHARP
e1Sed and is keeneT when cold, for the
metal coGtracts wh;ls sharrerinG
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-12-03

in that town nor is there d.Scoverablc
any trace Of any one who knows her.
Mrs Parker has number of wealthy
relatives in Cotton Plant.
Fowler is a man of about 80 years of
age. five feet and eight inches high and
weighs about l15 pounds.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-12-03

Since last Saturday, when the Ga
zette contained news of the arrest of
w. L. Fowler at Cotton Plant, develop
ments nave come thick and fast in the
somewhat sensational case. says the
Little Rock Gazette. Fowler made his
appearance not long ago in Cetton
Plant with deeds to valuable lands be
longing to Mrs. Meade p Parker. and,
it is said. claiming that he and Mrs.
Parker would be married when the
lands were sold. 1t is saiu he offered
to sell the lands at a reduced price A
son Of Mrs. Parker caused the arrest
of Fowler To add to the excitement
over the case. Mrs. Parker was miss
ing and her relatives could not ascer-
tain where she was.
When the case was tried at Colt 81
Plant Tuesday Fowler agreed to deed
back the lands to Mrs Parker's heirs.
Prior to that indignation ran high in
Cotton Plant, and violence seemed
imminent until Fowler saio that Mrs.
Parker was in Biddeford. Me, but that
she would answer nc telegram or let
ter sent to her from Cotton Plant TN
less he advised her to d. so. Later ne
sent her a telegram urging her to reply
at once to any letter or telegram that
her people might send her Thereup-
on her uncle, who lived near Cotton
Plant, telegraphed her that Fowler was
in the town in company with woman
whom he claimed to be his lawful wife.
and that he had a warranty deed to her
farm, bearing her signature, and was
trying to dispose Of the place at a price
far below its actual value. Twelve
hours later telegram was received
from Biddeford Me, signed Mrs. Par
ker. and declaring that the author
knew nothing about any other woman
claiming to be Fowler's wife; that she
was coming on the next train, and ask
ing that in the meantime Fowler and
the papers in his possession should be
held.
The charge of obtaining the deeds
under false pretenses which was pre-
ferred against Fowler was based up
en- 1,n hot ho ;o;@
Locke, sister Of Mrs Parker, pre-
senting written order, purporting
to be signed by Mrs Parker and direct
ing her sister to give over to him all
the old deeds, tax receipts, etc. con-
nected with the farm for which he held
a deed.
1t was expected that Mrs. Parker
would appear at the trial in Cotton
Plant Tuesday, in compliance with the
statement made in her telegram to her
uncle, to testify in the case, but train
after train rolled in and she failed to
show up. The trial was postponed I'M
til there was no longer any possibility
Of her appearing Again Fowler weak
ened at the last moment and agreed
to deed back the farm to Mrs Parker's
heirs. The papers We're prepared and
Fowler and his wife both signed them.
The case against him was thereupon
dismissed. and he was turned at liberty
Latest reports from Cotton Plant are
that Fowler who says he halls from
Maine. and his wife are still in the
town, stepping at a hotel and seem
we'll supplied with funds. It is said he
has expressed the intention OF await->
ing the arrival of Mrs Parker. An
other report is that advices from Bid
deford, Me-. where Fowler declared
Mrs. Parker to be and whence the tele-
gram purporting to be sent by her, are
to the effect that she cannot be found
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-12-03

Rock. The program which embraces a
variety of interesting subjects, is as
follows:
First day, Afternoon session.
Music, by high school.
Invocation by Rev. Y B. Sims
Music, Shorter College choir
Calling roll of officers.
Calling membership roll and col
lection cf annual dues (25c)
Appointment of committees.
Report of secretary.
Report of treasurer.
Music, by Arkansas Baptist College
choir.
Annual address of the president
Music, Philander Smith College
chcir.
Election of officers.
Addresses by visiting teachers.
Adjournment.
First day. o'clock D. m.
Music, Anthem, high schocl chorus
Invocation, Rev. J. P. Johnson, D. d.
Music, Philander Smith College
choir.
Welcome address on part of the
teachers. Prof. Wiley Welch Little
Rock
Response, Prof J. H. Harrison, Will
mar.
Music, Shorter College choir
Welcome addresses on part cf citi-
Zens, Hon. M. w. Gibbs, Little Reck
Response, Prof. S. J. Altheimer Pine
Bluff.
Music, Select voices from Pine Bluff
Announcements, Prof J. c. Corbin
Benediction, Rev. D. l.. Ferguson.
The public is cordially invited to Ct
tend all the meetings of the associa-
ton.
Second day, $50 o'clc'ck a. IN.
Music, Philander Smith College
choir.
Invocation, DR.. J. M Conner.
Music, high school chorus.
Paper, "The Ideal Teacher'-Prof.
VIM O. T. Watkins. Little Rock.
Discussion, Prof. H. c. Yerger, Hope.
Paper, signs of Bright Future for
the American Negro'-Prof. E. l..
Thompson, Wabbaseka
Discussion. Prof. J. H. Blunt. Tex
arkana.
Music, select voices from Pine Bluff.
Paper, Commercial Education''--
Prof, G. B. Head, Pine Bluff
Discussion, Prof. Wm Harris, Mon
ticello.
Music. Arkansas Baptist College
choir.
Paper, Prof. R. B. Swanze, Grady.
Benediction, Rev. D. B. Gaines NJ. D.
Short addresses on each paper may
be made by limited number of per-
sens.
Second day. 2:30 O'Clock p. m.
Music. Shorter College choir.
Invocation, Rev. H. A. Onque.
Music, high school chorus
Paper. GLOW Sha.l We Develop the
Virtues Of the Negro''-Miss Alabama
Gatlin, Camden.
Discussion, general
Music, Philander Smith College
choir.
Paper, "The Teachers Profession''-
Prof. S. A. Driver, Onalaska.
Discussion, Prof w. w. jones Fort
Smith,
Music, select voices from Fort Smith.
Paper, "The Teacher as a Leader in
the Community''-Prof H. D. Hulett,
Jonesboro.
Discussion, Mrs. P. A. Clarke Hell
ena.
Music, Arkansas Baptist College
choir
Benediction, Rev. J. H. Reed.
Second day, o'clock p. m.
Educational mass meeting.
On this occasion several of the lead
ing educators of the state will address
the public, among whom are: Prof
). II. Harrison, Dr. Thos H. Jackson.
| rrofs j. NJ. Cox, j. A. Booker and
isaac Fisher. Each speaker will be
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-12-03
GurPs CMlefa -lnfanfun
Flanneis in Summer.

Flannets in Summer.
Inc new boarder vas not aware eq
the iron"laG ,taditjyus Of the board,ne.
house aud WAS therefore lncliuod to as
facotiuus
Aren't these ea4os out Of season In
GUNNER" ha qucrled.
: was not aware Of the fact" snaaa
ped the Iandlady
These arc flannel cakes. 700
know"
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-12-03

Many a wise man who has thought
of the future when he was in prosper
able boom when he no longer had the
capacity to earn.
salary every week, with interest added
will soon assume such proportions as
you never imagined
We pay per cent on deposits.
PINE BLUFF TRUST COMPANY,
III Pine Street.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14

death in 1879, the principal part OF the
time holding the office of justice of the
peace.
Upon becoming sole owner of the Ore
gonian Mr.. Pittock saw that if he made
his business successful he must start a
daily, although there were two in the
field already. Accordingly the necessary
new material was secured and the Morn
ing Oregonian was first issued February
4, 1851, four pages, each page being
eleven and one-half by eighteen and one
fourth inches, four columns each. 1t is
needless to recount the further history
of this enterprise at this time.
Since Mr.. Dryer, the principal editors
of the paper have been as follows:
Simeon Francis, long the owner of the
State journal, of Springfield Illinois,
who came as the result of letter writ
ten by D. w. Craig, with the expectation
of establishing paper himself, but find
ing the field well occupied, he set type
and did faithful editorial work on the
Oregonian until 1861, when he was APP
pointed paymaster in the United States
army by President Lincoln, for many
years warm personal friend; Henry
Miller; Amory Holbrook, who was ap'
pointed United States district attorney
by President Taylor, an able lawyer and
a polished and vigorous writer; John +
Damon, Samuel A. Clarke, IL. w. Scott
w. Lair Hill, and again II. w. Scott
Mr.. Scott's first editorial engagement
began May 10, 1865, although he became
an editorial contributor several months
before. In 1872 he was appointed col
lector of customs In 1877 he bought al
interest in the paper and became editor
in chief, which position he retains today
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
"He built the Oregon"
Art Student Makes Successful Farmer

The following story, which is going
the rounds of the press, furnishes an OBJ
ject lesson to many a young man who
has an insane desire to leave the old
farm:
1.-THE son of an immensely wealthy
American, having graduated from col
lege, went to Paris to study art. He
worked hard in the Paris studios for
three years. One day he made up his
mind that he never would be great
artist, and that he would rather be a
successful farmer than a fairly success
full painter. Now-although still young
mamie has a model farm covering l0,-
600 acres in Illinois. He knows every
foot of it, and what it should produce
and he sees that it produces everything
it should. He has built magnificent
house, in which not an ornament jars
the finest taste. He goes to Europe every
year and studies European methods oi
scientific farming and cattle raising. He
is developing the land as his fathers did
before him. He employs scores of men
he helps the small farmer about him; he
is likely to be great factor in the devel
opment of the state during the next few
years. And this is the story Of younl
American who works for the love of il
and who is a great success because, anx
ious to do things, he knew when he hac
not found his work.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Was it an Indian Massacre!

At Kennewick quite an excitement
is under way regarding a discovery Of
an old Indian burial ground at the lower
end of Kennewick valley by well dig
ger. Exploration of the place revealed
a number of skeletons of Indians and
white men. The bodies had been buried
close to the surface, but owing to little
moisture in that arid section, the earth
covering was dry, and the skeletons, as
we'll as the relics buried with them,
were well preserved. > In the graves
we're found, according to a local paper
there, an old flint-lock rifle, Its stock
long ago rotted off, but the barrel and
lock, though badly rusted, were in fair
condition. There were a couple sleigh
bells, well preserved, and when shaken
iingled their merry chimes almost as
musically as when carried by white or
red men years and years ago. And, too,
broken hatchets, spear heads, elk teeth,
numerous beads and other trinkets. A
piece Of cloth in fair shape was an OBJ
ieet of great curiosity. In looks it re-
sembled fine cotton mating spun from
weeds or hemp, crochetted together.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
He Built the Oregon.
Chicago Inter-0cean.

Various circumstances led Irving NJ.
Scott to take special interest in the build
ing of the first battle ship Of our modern
navy on the Pacific coast. Certain OBJ
iections and criticisms determined him
to show what could be done there. He
had a faculty of inspiring his assistants
with his own enthusiasm. And so the
Oregon was built, not merely for profit,
but as labor of pride and love, to show
what the Pacific coast artisans could do.
The war with Spain broughS the Ore
CONS opportunity. The story of her
record breaking voyage in five oceans
from Puget sound to Florida and how
she arrived without q rivet started or
an engine out of order-ready for battle
lis known to the world.
The picture of the Oregon plUnging
into the fight, helping to drive the
Oauendo, the Teresa and the Vizcaya
successfully ashore in blazing wreck,
then in chasing the fleeing Colon, while
her bands on the forward turret played
''Star Spangled Banner" and then stop
ping the last of the Spanish fleet with a
thirteen-inch shell, can never fade from
the memory.
Built for fighting rather than Tor
chase, the Oregon showed all the power
of her own kind and much the speed OF
the cruiser. She broke all records by
showing her builders trial speed in bat.
tie. She gained upon the Colon, thought
able to run away from her. She was
with the swift Brooklyn when the Co
Ions flag went down, and the avenging
/ of tha Maine hauun at Manila was
ended off Santiago
For the wonderful work Of the Oregon
in voyage and fight her officers and crew
deserve all proper credit. Yet they could
not have done what they did had they
not been provided with so perfect an in,
strument. And for their ship they and
their country are indebted to Irving
Scott and the men he led to build her a:
3 labor of pride and love.
The American navy now has large
and possibly better ships, but until the
test of war shall prove their quality non'
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14

can stand in the same class with the
Oregon. In the public Imagination
there are upon the American navy list
four pre-eminent names-the Constitu-
tion, the Hartford, the Kearsarge and the
Oregon.
The Constitution has gone to the
naval museum. The bones of the Kear.
sarge lie in the Caribbean sea and her
namesake is improved in battle. The
Hartford is helping to train sea fighters,
but her days of battle are past. But the
Oregon remains, the queen of the Amer
lean fleet.
If Irving NJ. Scott's heirs are wise
they will inscribe upon his tomb moth
ing but the necessary name and dates
and four words that express his title to
lasting remembrance. They will in
scribe upon the marble only these
words:
"He huilt the Oregon y
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14

most species of serpents help to agri-
culture and gardening.
With the exception of the poisonous
rattler, there is probably not variety
of snake that is not beneficial and worth
more to farmer than some of the pets
he keeps on the premises.
The larger snakes live on rats, field
mice moles and gorhers, squirrels and
rabbits. The smaller snakes, especially
the garter snake, live on bugs, slugs, in
sects, spiders and centipedes.
A single garter snake will keep gar
den clear of many varieties of the most
destructive bugs and larvae. The garter
snake is especially the enemy OF the
melon and cucumber bug, and will keep
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14

Keep your mind on those slightly
building lots in Goes Sd addition, while
looking for location. This ideal home
place is but few minutes walk from
the business center and post office, is
set to strawberries, has city water. No
finer location in the city for homes.
For terms of sale call on Geo. d. Cul
bertson & Co., general agents.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14

The coloring had faded, but enough Of
the texture remained to show the skill
and industry of the maker. There were
also a few oval shaped brass badges
bearing the date of 1916. Further in
vestigations it is expected may throw
light upon some bloody scene enacted so
or go years ago.-Klickitat Agriculturist.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Wonderful Nerve

Is displayed by many man enduring
pains of accidental cuts, wounds, bruises.
burns, scalds, sore feet or stiff joints,
But there's no need for it. Bucklen's
Arnica Salve will kill the pain and cure
the trouble. It's the best salve on earth
for piles. too. 25c at Clarke's. druggist.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Don't XIII the Garter Snake .

At this season the harmless garter
snake comes forth from its winter sleep,
and begins its work of insect scavenger in
our gardens, fields and hedge.
The universal dread of snakes is Unborn
in the human family, but the increasing
intelligence of the age will find even in
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Paints, Oils, Glass

As agents for Pure Prepared we guar
antee every sale. Our Zines, Leads
and Oils are absolutely pure, and our
arrangement with the factory author
ICES a guarantee of goods and prices.
We sell all kinds OF Lubricating oils,
EVERYTHING IN GLASS.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
TRADE BRINGS Low PRICES
Furniture

Two carloads since December l, all con-
tracted for before the advance in
price, which places us in shape to defy
every market. We invite careful in
spection of goods and prices.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Low PRICES Bring TRADE
Hardware.

All new, fresh, modern-a complete
stock bought in quantities which Sc
cured bedrock cost. Everything for
the Farmer, Carpenter, Logger, Ma
son and Builder.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
the match rid of these pests.

the patch rid of these pests.
Teach your children not to kill every
little garter snake they see. They have
their natural enemies, and will not null
tiply beyond the exigency of nature.
They are one of mans most useful help
ers in raising crops-Salem Journal.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Brushes.

Sash tools, sc to soc; Varnish, lOc to
$50; Paint, 15c to $3.50; KalsOmine,
50 to $3.50: Scrub, Shoe, Shaving,
Horse, Sink and Stove brushes. COun-
ter and Floor brushes. Buy brushes
where you see something and get
something for your money. Goods
imported directly from the worlds
largest factory.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14

Tents from s. up, according to size
and weight. Hammocks, 81, Sl.5O up
20 81.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Fencing

For Lawn and Field, zoe to S5c per rod,
and a stretcher loaned for setting.
Barbed wire, in four grades; Poultry
netting, SOC per 100 feet.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Clock Shelves
Tents and Hammoks

And Mantel Shelves from 35c to IS. Ask
to see the assortment.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Kitchen Furniture

Every little convenience you ever heard
of is here, and priced to secure trade.
Genuine triple-coated Chrysolite ware
is warranted.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
Guns ammunition

% Rifles, $l,75, $3.50, $6, $14. Smoke
less and semi-smokeless Cartridgs in
full assortment.
The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933, 1903-05-14
SeasOnable Goods
Priced Right.
Sewing

Machines-sls, $40, 81
and $50 up to a Par
lor cab at S37-all
warranted. Machine
needles for all
makes, &c.
The San Francisco call., 1903-12-20
THE WORKMEN.

Unity Lodge of the Ancient Ordef
Of United WOrkmen has elected the fol-
lowing named as officers for the ensu-
ing term: A W. Tuggey, master work
man; George A. Kitterman, foreman;
]. McAllen, overseer; w. A. Hanna,
guide; G. Karski, inside watchman; j.
F. Sternberg. outside watchman; P. A.
Smith. trustee. This lodge will give an
entertainment and dance for its men,
bers. their families and friends Decem-
Der % in it's lodgeroom in Elks' Hall.
The Grand Lodges of Ohio. Tennes-
see. Maine and West Virginia have
adopted the new plan of rates, making
fifteen grand jurisdictions that have
adopted it so far. other jurisdictions
will take action in the matter this
month.
The corporate directors have offered
$1,000 in cash prizes. varying in amount
from 800, to So. for extension Of the or
der from December 1 to March 81.
Stockton Lodge held a meeting last
week, the largest in years, and passed
a vote of confidence in the order.
Carnation Lodge Of the Degree Of
Honor had a panty on December Is IN
its hall in the Shiels building.
A wrong impression has got abroad
that the Jurisdiction Of Massachusetts
has seeded because it passed a law to
pay only the increased guarantee fund
during October. November and Decem-
Der. The Grand Lodge Of that State
will hold another meeting to legislate
fer next year.
The grand recorder reports an un-
usual number of reinstatements-
The tenth anniversary celebration by
the Past Masters Association OF the
institution of that organization was one
of the most pleasing gatherings Of
have been" presiding officers Of local
lodges ever held in this city. There
we're about 200 present, and large
number of the past masters of Alameda
were present by invitation. There were
a number of addresses calculated 10
arouse enthusiasm for the organization,
the speakers being Past Supreme Mas
ter Workman Jordan, Grand Master
Browning. Grand Organizer Freeman,
past Grand Masters Danforth and
Barnes. Grand Recorder Spencer, Grand
Medical Examiner MayOn, president OF
the Alameda County AssoclatlVh-
There were also musical selections oy
the California Quartet and quaint sonss
bv Grand Receiver Sam Booth me
association has elected the following
named as officers for the current term'
Sam Booth. president; G. L. spencer
vice president: F. ]. Mcguire, secre-
tarv: f. A. Smith. financial secretary
Peter Abrahamson. treasurer; n. j.
C,rimshaw. guardian, and r" H O'hea'
sergeant at arms