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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18
State Board
Of Health

The newly appointed state board OF
health. which held its first meeting in
| Salem last Saturday, was organized for
business by the election OF DR.. Andrew
c. Smith Of Portland, president; DR.,
Alfred Kinney OF Astoria, vice-presld-
ent. and DIR. Woods Hutchinson OF
Portland. secretary.
The board as appointed by the gov
ernor, consists OF six members, Doctors
Andrew c. Smith and-Harry Lane Of
Portland. Alfred Kinney of Astoria, j.
G. Smith of Pendleton, Pierce Of Sa-
lem, and Pickel Of Medford, The sew
enth member, DR.. Woods Hutchinson,
was elected by the six appointed, and
Is not only the secretary. out is really
the state health officer, as he Is to
relinquish his practice and devote all
his time to the duties Of his important
office, He will receive salary of
$500 per month. His first duty Is to
go 10 San Francisco to study the bu-
bonic plague, and take steps to pre-
vent its spread into Oregon, On his
return he viii open offices and labora-
tories in Portland, employ assistants,
and proceed to make Investigations
concerning such diseases, conditions,
remedies and menaces to health as may
be suggested.
The next meeting of the board will
be held in June, by which time the
secretary will have everything in readi-
ness for putting into effect such state
regulations as may be deemed expedi-
ent.
Under the law each county Is to have
a health officer, 10 be appointed by
the county court and when the various
county physicians have been appointed
state convention Is to be held to con-
slider the general welfare of the state.
1t Is the intention If the state board
OF health to pay particular attention to
the prevention Of contagious diseases.
II is planned to begin an active crusade
against tuberculosis, the most fatal dis
ease with which cur country is afflict-
ed. Individuals suffering with tuber-
culosls are to be conesponded with ard
given Instruction IN the proper care uf
themselves ard the preeaul,cns which
should be observed 10 prevent the dis
ease from conta'nhatlng c'hcrs
Houses in which such patients have
lived will be disinfected before others
are allowed to occupy them,
Doctors Pickle and Smith were selec-
ted as committee to make a special
study of such diseases of domestic ami
mails as may be communicable to hui
man, beings, and their prevention.
Doctor Kinney states that the mem-
hers Of the board are well chosen, be-
ing successful and thoroughly compet-
ent practitioners, and that good results
will be manifest when their plans shall
have been put into execution,
The death rate from tuberculosis has
been reduced almost one-halt in por-
tions OF the east, and the same wonder
ful results may be accomplished here,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18
GUILTY OF KIDNAPPING,

James e. White was found guilty of
kidnapping c, Buren and taking him out
Of the state, the jury returning a ver-
diet at noon today, recommending the
defendant to the mercy of the court,
says last nights Telegram. With the
questions asked of the court this morn
ing, and the instructions given along
the lines in doubt, it was evident that
an early decision would be reached,
and that it would be against the sailor
boarding house man. The crime of
which he has been adjudged guilty is
punishable from one to 10 years in the
state penitentiary.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

dence disclosed that plaintiff was In
jured by the falling Of pile which had
been raised about six feet from the
ground. II further appeared that at
the time Of the accident the pile lad
not been raised high enough for the
guy ropes TO perform the service for
which they were intended. and that
therefore the accident could not have
been due 10 the insuffIeiency ~ these
appliances. At the close Of the plain
tins testimony, nonsuit was granted
and the decision of the court below is
affirmed by the supreme court for the
reason that the evidence failed to ahow
that the injury was due 70 the rcgIi-
genee alleged.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

The lieu land business has come TO
an nbrupt end. Governor Chamber
lain has rtfused 10 make any more sc-
lections OF lieu lands on mineral base.
even for the purpose OF setting up seiec-
tions heretofore made. but which have
fallen down. In answer 10 every ap-
pllcation that has been made the gov
ernor has declared that he will not
make any more selections until Il has
been finally determined what amount
OF those already made will fail. II the
quantity is large he win continue his re
fusal 10 proceed. II the amount is
small. he may permit selections III all
cases where the purchasers furnish the
base and pay the state the difference
between The present value OF the base
and the amount they have already paid
for lieu land. His determination is
that the credit OF the state shall no
longer be- hawked about by lieu land
operators. for their own gain. As Il
consequence OF Governor chamberlain's
taking this firm position the lieu land
operators and purchasers are in sore
straits and are fearful Of the outcome.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18
TO THE TRADE.

Having secured the "El Symphonic,
all Havana cigar l can sell these In
four sizes at Portland prices. Also the
sailor Prince" a union-made nickel
cigar, giging 100 free with each pur-
chase of 1000. Better than the Owl or
export. Another nickel cigar, the
opia, 50 free with zach 1000. Also the
"Flor de Madrid" or General Arthur
(concha size).
Sl6 Commercial st. P. A. Trullinger.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

The Lewis river steamer Mascot ar
rived down last night at II o'clock from
Portland in the place Of the undine. the
latter being laid up through an acel-
dent on It's last trip up. The Undine
had pr r3eeeded TO about mile beyond
Cathlamet when one of the cylinder
heads suddenly blew out pitching the
pitman. piston rod and other equipment
Into the river. Fortunately no one
was hurt and the steamer went on to
Portland, operated by only one engine.
The balance Of the trip was necessarily
slow and II WAS late when landing
was effected. The Undine win be plac-
cd on the dry dock for repairs and 1t
Will be some time before she win be
able to resume her run. The Mascot
will continue In service for few days
and then ber place win be taken by the
Lurline which viii continue on the
river until the undine Is In readiness.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

John Lognn the well known olneyite
has sold his farm OF that section. The
property is located on the county road
two miles from oiney and but q short
distance from where the military road
branches m leading TO Saddle moun-
tain. The land In highly cultivated
and Is available for all purposes. The
purchase price was $1,000 Peter johann
sen Of Port Angeles. Wash. Is the pur-
chaser
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

A dispatch states that the whole stu
dent body Of the Washington Agrie ul-
tural College turned out en- masse to-
night to welcome Senator @. b. VIII
son home from Olympia. The senator
has been very successful In his efforts
In behalf Of the college. and has r,laced
the institution on a very good footing
for the next two years. The legisla-
ture appropriated in all $4,000 for the
use OF the college.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Until next seasons grain feel begins
TO arrive IN the fall. business win be
siitek with the bar tugs, and the Wal
lula has been temporarily laid up.
Captain Reed and Chief Engineer
Hughes are retained, the crew being
laid on.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

The case Of Albert Robinson VS. the
Taku Fishing company has been in the
courts for some time, the plaintiff hav-
Ing appealed TO the state supreme court
from the decision rendered adversely to
him by the lower court. The supreme
court however, has affirmed the iecls-
ion already rendered. The case was
an action to recover damages for in-
jury resulting from defendants alleged
negligence The negligence alleged
consisted Of supplying the companys
employees with weak piles ana insufrt-
cient guy ropes to keep piles from fal-
ling to either side. as they we're raised
to a perpendicular position. The evi.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Coroner Pohl returned on last nights
hali from wesiport via cathlamat, /,
The coroner after investigating the
death Of Clarence Driseoi was con-
WINGED that Il WAS the result of acri-
dental drowning 70 an inquest vas not
held The funeral viii be held today
AT westport and the interment VIII be
IN the cemetery .here. Deceased was
20 years Of age and unmarried. ;.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

A, NJ, florland, OF the Portland Safe
and Lock company, is In the city, p.
A. Trullinger has kindly given Mr.
Borland permission TO place sample
safes on exhibition In his store, hiS
Commercial street. where the manager
viii be pleased to meet any prospec-
tive buyers, Mr., Rorland viii he here
today and tomorrow.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Officer Hawley went to Portland yes1
tcrduy morning with Theresa Kessler
and It IL the intention of her people to
put her In the Magdalen home for the
purpose Of reclaiming her from the
base life she seems bent on leading.
Her home Is In South Portland and she
has led wayward life for some time.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

About 50 members were present at
last nights session OF the Elks lodge.
The occasion was dedicated to the COM
memoratlon of the virtues Of Irelands 3
patron saint, Saint Patrick. Every
thing was green and 1t was green let
ter night at the lodge. Irish songs
were sung, Irish stories were told and
many an attempt at Irish wit was
nude, Exalted Ruler John E. Grat-
Ike presided In most fellctious man
ner and the old reliable secretary, f. Il
Carney, was picture Of delight" as
he listened to the praises heaped upon
"his own dear native isle Of the ocean,"
The man at the helm of the order
steered the doings through the green
blllows ofNexuberance to port of
moderation and the antlered brows.
ers on the green filed reluctantly out
Of the lodge, but in good order, to the
still safer port Of sweet home at lit
tie after 10 Of the clock,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

You viii always md the beat isc
meat In tho city at the Rising Sun res
tsurant. No 6i2 Commercial street.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

A. B. Hammond has been very III
with the grippe at his apartments at
the Portland. IL he is able he will
leave today for Missoula with the body
OF his brother Fred. who died In Los
Angeles. His brother-in-law. Colonel
Eddy is bringing the body north and
viii arrive this morning. They will
be Joined at wallula by his brother
Henry Hammond. who is now at se-
attic.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

one OF the ncatest business houses
Ia the city IL the hardware and plumb
Ing establishment Of w, ]. Soulley, at
his new location, No, 470-419 CONNER
tial street a iipe stock OF stoves,
ranges, both tubs. tinwnre, plumbing
goods, etc, ia displayed. A wen ap-
pointed shop In connection. Phone,
Black 2ls5.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

school supplies. stationery and some
thing 10 read At srensons book store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

For good, reliable piano work see
your locai tuner. Til. Frederlckson,
1911 Bond street Phone 20fi Red.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

For Rent~Threc rooms furnished for
housekeeping Inquire az scully's
hardware store. Commercial street. be-
tween Ninth and Tenth.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

II Is rumored that Captain Max
skibbc has purchased the gasoline
launch Queen from George Mcbride
and q partner. and win use her on the
Deep river route. The Queen was un-
der charter to the Packers but was re-
leased. and her builder, Charles Wilson
is TO have another one built and In
readiness for service by May Is, The
Queen ls a good carrier, and regarded
as one of Wilson's best boats.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Plumbing out Of jointT Need some
ttnworkP Ring up No. 1891 for John
A. Montgomery i26 Bond street, who
viii promptly attend your wants with
the latest sanitary plumbing fixtures
and mos; skiIful workmanship. Tin.
nlag gastltting and heating.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Four up-,o.datc barbera at the oeei'
dent. You don't have to walt,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

'plaas " the board OF engineers for
the improvement of the mouth of the
Columbia river approved and work or
dered TO be prosecuted" President
James w. Weleh, of the Chamber of
Commerce, yesterday received this en-
eouraging telegram from Senator Full
ton. 1t was about positively known
that the report Of the board would be
approved and 1t Is a source of great
satisfaction that tho pleasure already
felt has not been premature. There
viii he as little delay as possible and
bids for material for the extension of
the jetty win be advertised for at once.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

II G, M Brooks, who was llsher-
man here i2 years ago. will correspond
with G. II. Russell, 2ss Irving avenue.
Chicago, he may learn something OF
advantage,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

National President George uhier OF
the Marine Engineers Benevolent asso-
citation has been appointed supervising
inspector OF steam vessels OF the United
States TO succeed Inspector Dumont.
Joxn Fox received wires from both
Senators Mitchell and Fulton yesterday
announcing the senate had made the
appointment. The new inspector was
here a year ago the guest OF the local
branch OF the association Of which he
js president
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

The Alaska Flsbermen's Packing com
pany has under lharter the American
shlr RerlIa. due on the river today
from San Francisco, to carry its can
merry outfit to Bristol bay, Alaska, this
spring
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18
ToDAy's wEATHER 4

D Portland. March iT-orcgon. Id .
. 1ho and Washington Cloudy and .
= unsettled with probably OCCASION .
D Al rain =
q o o q q a . q . q o o o q 0
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

am selling the largest cake OF pure
white imported olive oil CASTLE soap
ever sold here for the money, Call and
see for yourself Rogers, druggist
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Life Buoy soap cleans and dIainfects.
For sale by johnson Bros.
Wyoming coal. THE HOUSE COAL.
Send orders to s. Eimore & Co.
Strictly fresh ranch eggs two dozen
for % cents ~ Johnson Bros.
TypewritIng done at reasonable rates.
Composition speciality. VIII c.
Bishop. Central hotel.
Wantad-A first class lady cook. No
other need apply, Good wages. Gail
at The Historian Office.
The vt aamer Sue H. Elmore viii sail
fer 'rlllamook bay points on Wedncs-
day, March II. AZ a, m.
one or two gentlemen may obtain
nice table board in central loeatlon,
Home cooking, Apply Mt this office.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Manager Ryrie. at Coopcis, Is one cf
the busy men Of the city. New goods
are constant arrivals at this old and
popular store, and things are moving,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

For sale. IT a bargain: Three lots
with good dwelling house. barn and
outbuIldlnss. and small fruits. Lo-
Gated lear A. r. G. park. Call or
write c. w, Clark. Astoria. Ore,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

We have tust received shipment of
J. A. Folger's high grade Mocha and
Java coffee and Hawaiian blend coffee.
We sell these under n positive guaIan-
tee. Try them. johnson Bros.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

sralea proposals viii be received at
the office VI the lighthouse engineer,
Portland, Ore. until 10 o'clock. M.
April rs. 1908, and then opened. for flc-
nishing AMI delivering fuel and rrovis-
Ions for the lighthouse tender Column
bine during the fiscal year to end June
80. 1904 in accordance with specihea-
tions, copies Of which, with blank pro-
posals and other information. may be
had upon application h, Capt. W. c.
Langfitt, Corps of Engineers, U. S, A.,
engineer 18th lighthouse district,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Bxgs strictly fresh-~3S cents for two
dozen At Johnson nrns.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

THE MORNING ASTORIAN
TELEPHONE SCI.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-03-18

Send IN your orders for Wyoming
coal. $, Elmore & Co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-02-04
LADIES AS GUESTS.
Reception Given by Mems Club of
Temple Baptist Church.

The reception given by the Mems Club of
Temple Baptist Church last evening to the
ladies and other friends of the congregation
was regarded as one Of the most enjoyable
social affairs In connection with the life of
that church during the present season. The
reception was held in the parlors of the
church. which had been tastefully decorated
for the occasion.
The exercises Of the evening were pre-
sided over by Mr.. w. T. 8. Curtis, president
of the club, and the following program was
rendered: Violin solo. Joseph Harrison:
bass solos. Herbert D. Lawson; mandolin
and guitar duet. Messrs. Judson and Muir
ray: tenor solos. VIM. D. Mcfarland; piano
selections. G. Dominguez. Each number
was warmly applauded and encores were
numerous. The committee on entertain
ment consisted of Messrs. Fred B. Rhodes,
]. j. Siebert and Charles 8. Muir.
Following the musical program the guests
assembled in the supper room of the
church. where refreshments were served
and social hour was spent. The recep-
ton committee was composed Of the presi-
dent. Mr.. Curtis and D. N. Richards, VII
liam Fletcher. Noel w. Barksdale. B. s..
Sable. Thomas Brock. DR.. A. ]. Brown and
r, s. DeLand.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-02-04
Observation-Disclosures WANTED.
Secretary Moodys Reluctant to Accept
Can't. Hobs6n,sg Resignation.

The Navy DEPARTMENT has made public
the correspondence att ending the tender Of
the resignation Of constructor Hobson as
follows: '-hS
ARMY RND NAVY CLUB.
New York. January 20. 1903.
'sir: Referring tgei NIX application for re-
tirement: @, o.
..First. The naval committee of the House
Of Representatives. having reported ad-
yersely upon the BAL fer that purpose;
Second. The Naaya Department having
ordered me to report far regular construc-
ton corps duty FebruaR next;
Third. The condition OF my eyes being
substantially the same as when the appli-
cation was made, being such that regular
construction corps work. which involves
peculiar tax upon the eyes, would seriously
interfere with and perhaps prevent their
recovery;
Fourth. The affection. .congestion Of the
retina, not having impaired simple vision
sufficiently to prevent my commencing the
injurious duty. so that am In this sense
technically At for duty, ana the retiring
board cannot bring relief. Notwithstanding
the fact as shown by the oficiai record.
notably the unanimous report OF the board
Of surgeons that condemned me at Manila
and invaded me home, the injury was In
CURED In the line of duty that involved
long exposure to the fierce glare OF the
"Fifth Thus. Notwithstanding the sue
cessive investigations and approval OF the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-02-04

regular reviewing authorities in this case,
the chief constructor. the Secretary of the
Navy and the President. there remaining
no avenue of relief inside the navy, there
fore the life of my eyes and my capacity
for future usefulness being at stake, I
hereby resign my commission as naval con-
structor in the United States navy, to take
effect February 5, 1903.
Sixth. Upon thus severing my official
connections with the navy 1 beg to make
the following standing and permanent re-
quest: That upon the approach of war or
similar emergency the President forward
to Congress the application I hereby make
to be restored to the navy and assigned to
active duty during the period Of emer-
gency.
Seventh. In conclusion, beg to repeat
that l am completely devoted to the navy,
regarding the navy's past as the most glo-
rious of records and it's future as the most
country's role of beneficent world service.
and shall endeavor in every possible way
to render service to the navy, purposing
during the time of my life to accomplish the
very maximum Of useful service to the
navy and the nation.
Very respectfully,
"R. P. HOBSON, Naval Constructor.
The President (per chief constructor. Sec
rotary Of the Navy"
This was Endorsed by Admiral Taylor
chief Of the navigation bureau as follows:
The bureau Is reluctant to recommend
the acceptance Of this officers resignation.
believing that time should be given him to
reconsider his decision and make a trial of
the new duties at the station to which he
has been assigned, that the government
may retain the services Of an officer whose
record has been so brilliant"
Rear Admiral Bowles, chief of the bu-
reau of construction and repair forwarded
Capt. Hobson's resignation, with the recon-
mendation that it be accepted to take ef-
feet February 5.
Secretary Moody's action taken today was
announced in the following telegram to
Constructor Hobson:
1.-THE department approves the following
Endorsement Of the bureau Of navigation,
and transmits 1t for your consideration"
(Here the Secretary repeats the above in
dorSement)
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DANGERl
Williams Drug Store, 9th and f Streets N
BR1GHTwooD PARK.
Citizens Discuss Reduction in Appro-
priation for Count :. Roads.

pr1aL1On TOT COuul - hOduS.
The Brightwood Park Citizens Associa-
ton met at Vanhorn Hall Monday evening
large number Of its members were pres
emit, and a lively interest was shown in
matter looking toward the Improvement Of
the District, and especially this vicinity. A
number of communications from other as
sociations were read. showing that there
is much anxiety as to the fate Of the ap-
preparation for county roads, which has
been cut down by the House committee
from $500, 600 to $54 500. 1t is expected that
when the bill is finally passed a much
larger sum will be made available. For
most of the repairs and permanent i'm
provements made on the roads and streets
in the suburbs must be paid from out of
this fund. A committee from this associa-
ton was appointed. consisting of w. NICK.
Clayton, Frank j. Metcalf, l. ]. Smith and
George Preston, to attend hearing before
the Senate committee. and urge that I'LL
Yiois avenue be graded and macadamized
during the coming year The treasurer re-
ported a goodly sum in hand, and 1t was
voted that s. be given to the recently or
ganized Boys Club for the purchaze OF