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The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07
BIG JUMP
In the Receipts at the Corvallis Post
Office-The Town Grows

Business at the Corvallis post
Office for the past year shows a
handsome increase. The receipts
for the quarter ending December
3Ist were, $I,727.o7. For the
quarter ending December 31st, the
preceding year, the total was ST.
43e 81. The increase was $287.83,
The full receipts of the Office for
the year ending December 31st
1901. SIS, I81. 90. For the
the year ending December 31st,
1902. the total was $5,o5I.oe. only
a little short of SIS. 600, The in
crease for the year is $77o or nearly
IS per cent.
Before the past year, there has
been but little increase in the re-
ceipts at the Office for three years.
This was due to the establishment
of Bruce, Fern, Inava1e and other
Offices in the surrounding country,
each of which absorbed some of the
receipts that would otherwise have
fallen to the local postof1ce. The
jump in spite of the exist
ence of the smaller Offices shows
a marked increase in the number
of people in Corvallis and vicinity.
The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07
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POWDER IN WOOD
Stick at R. C. Kiger's Home was
Loaded-Who Did it. and for What
Purpose?

A diabo1ica1 trick, perpetrated
for some unknown reason by some
unknown epaTty almost resulted
in what might have been terrible
consequences at the home Of R. c.
Kiger last Friday evening. By
the mere incident that Mr. Kige1
determined to split a certain stick
of stove wood instead of putting it
in the stove without splitting,
an explosion that would have
blown the kitchen stove into atoms
and that might have killed two OF
three people outright, was averted.
In the stick in question, as the
splitting process demonstrated,
there was a heavy charge of spow-
der, that in time, the heat and fire
Of the stove would certainly have
exploded, with consequences that
can only be guessed at. The in
cident, perpetrated with the ap-
parent purpose of doing bodily
harm to persons in Mr. Kiger's S
household, is difficult to under
stand. either by the Kigers or their
friends. The incident leaves the
intended victims in an unpleasant
frame of mind, for the reason that
the question becomes, in what other
way will the apparent grudge that
somebody holds against members
of the family be paid off.
The stick in question was two
or two and half inches through,
and was nearly square, The
charge of powder found inside of it
was about four inches long, and
an inch in diameter, a quantity
sufficient to have exploded with
tremendous force.
The stick was of ash. With an inch
auger a hole had been bored in the
end to a depth of six inches. The
powder had then been inserted, af-.
ter which two inch pin Of ash
hap been fitted in tightly, so as to
close up the end. In closing up
the hole, great care was observed,
and it was only by the closest scru-
tiny that it could be detected.
Mr. Kiger selected the stick for
its smoothness. as one likely to be
good for making kind1ing wood.
He took the axe, and the first blow
the stick was split in twain, and
to the surprise and CONSERVATION
of Mr. Kiger, the powder was un-
covered, and the malicious intent
of some one disclosed.
Those familiar with the facts are
Unable to explain the presence of
the powder, save on the theory
that it was placed in the wood with
devilish design. Had it once en-
tered the stove as was planned, the
consequences might have been very
serious.
The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07

Our store will close at 7 p. NJ.
during January, February and
March. Saturday evenings excepted
j. H. Harris.
The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07
Notice to the Public.


On account of the advance in the
price of blacksmith supplies, we, the
undersigned, blacksmiths of Corvallis,
have been compelled to raise the price
after Jan Ist, 1903, to two dollars
per horse, new shoes all around, and one
dollar per horse, old shoes all around.
w. NJ. Porter,
Horning Bros,
]. Phillips.
L. v. Baker.
Yaquina Bay Celery
Constantly on hand at zierolf's.
Cow for Sale
One fawn colored jersey milk cow.
Enquire Of
The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07
Notice to Our Patrons

During January, February and March
we will close our store at seven o'clock.
Nolan & Callahan.
The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07
Cbdf1kS.

# We wish to thank our many friends
for their most liberal patronage during
the past year. AS you have been iber-
al with us, so will we be liberal with
you and make Red Tag prices, during
our annual shelf cleaning.
The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07
Yaquina Bay Celery
Cow for Sale

Constantly on hand at Zierolf's.
The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07
Mems Pants.

We've entirely too many for this late
in the season. SO we have given every
pair of 'em 80 days notice to get out.
We need the room, you need the pants.
Let's get together.
The Corvallis times. (Corvallis, Or.) 1888-1909, 1903-01-07

toned In another column by the Phil
omath correspondent. The interment
took place at Newton cemetery, su-
day, The burial service was under
the auspices Of Backensto lodge No.
40 OF Philomath, and members OF the
order from Corvallis were In attend
ance. The deceased came to Benton
county two months ago. and was a
guest at the home OF his brother, W.
F. Butler. He was ailing on arrival,
and came in the hope Of benefitting
his health. Tie night before death,
the deceased retired as usual, but did
not appear at breakfast time the fol-
lowing morning. The brother went
to call him, and advancing to the bed
side, discovered that he WAS dead,
Saturday evenings Portland Tel
gram presents number OF amusing
sketches Of persons and things observ-
ed here on Woodmen day. The fam
GUS dusty band Is extremely cartoon
ed, as are also s. N. Wilkins and
prominent visiting Woodmen. Prof.
McLouth probably did not anticipate
results when he consented to be time
keeper at the football game. He is
also one OF the artists victime. As
chairman OF the general committee,
Mr.. Wilkins naturally hobnobbed more
or less with the telegram artist, and
before the appearance OF the eketches,
chuekled much in giving his friends q
few tips on what uas>to appear. More
recently his friends do the chuckling
when discussing the subject with Mr..
Wilkins.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07

EDITOR TRIBUNE:-In the account
given in your January 10 TR1B-
UNE of my sons death, you stated
that most people thought the cause
of his death was the breaking of a
blood vessel or that he was murder
ed. I wish to have the latter cor
rected, as the ranch has been thor
oughly Investigated and it is proven
that it would have been impossible
for him to have been murdered. If
he had an enemy I do not know
who it was, as he had a kind and
loving disposition and made friends
wherever he went. I do not want
the public to be under the impress
sion that there was any foul play
whatever.
I believe that the cause of his
death was the breaking of a blood
vessel or heart failure, nothing else.
ELIAS ANDERSON,
Falks Store, Idaho.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07

JANUARY IS, 1903.
The following bills were read and
passed upon and warrants ordered
drawn on the current expense fluid
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
WHAT is THE USE

Of suffering from Indigestion II you eat what you
tress? Aeker'S dyspepsia tablets taken after
eating will digest your food perfectly and free
you from all the disagreeable symptoms of Indi.
any time, and take an Acker Tablet afterward.
Positive guaranteed. Your money will always
be refunded ii you are not satisfied. Write to us
for free sample. W. II. HOOKER & Co, Buff
fllO, N. Y.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
EST RAY.

Taken up by the undersigned at his
ranch six miles north of N ampa, one
black gelding horse, about four years
old, white star on forehead, two hind
feet white, no brands visible. Also one
bay filley, about two years old, faint
star in forehead, name and tail black,
feet and legs black, no brand visible.
I. YANT.
Caldwell, Idaho, Jan. IA, 1903.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07

O'Clock a. M, Jan. IS, 1908.
Attest: JOHN A. TUCKER, Clerk.
Approved, w. R. LANKTRER.
Chairman.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07

January 10, 1903.
In the matter of the petition of
John D. Bloomfield ct al, for the
appointment of A. G. Nettleton and
Carl Maughmer to the positions of
Justice of the Peace of Nampa Pre-
cinct, Canyon County, State of
Idaho, on motion petition granted
and said A. G. Nettleton and Carl
Maughmer are hereby appointed
Justices of the Peace of Nampa Pre-
cinct, Canyon County, State of
Idaho.
On motion the bond of John
Hart, Justice of the Peac- of East
Nampa Precinct accepted and ap
proved.
On motion the following bills
were read and passed upon and
warrants ordered drawn on tile Cur
rent Expense fund for the amounts
allowed:
Continued on page 8.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
ESTRAY.

Taken up at the Paul ranch, six
miles below Parma, Idaho, by the un,
dersigned, on Jan. 18th, 1903: One
light red cow branded with an anchor
on left hip. A blotch or burnt brand
on right hip, both ears cropped.
One dark red heifer 2 years old
branded with anchor on left hip, under.
bit in each ear.
One light red bull calf, no marks.
One dark Jersey notified bull calf, nc
marks.
". G. MORRIS,
Parma, Idaho.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
Department Of the Interior,
Land Office at RniSn Idahn

January %, 1908.
Notice Is hereby given that the following named
~ settler has filed notice of his intention to
make final proof in support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before M. I. Church,
rlarY 25, 1908. viz: Homestead Application No
4O04, Isaiah B. Mc.Junkin, for the NJ NWL
and ny NE1, Sec: &c. TIP. N, R. 2W.. B. M .
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation Of
said land, viz:
Henry" Dickman, Jr.. Henry Dickman, ST.,
VIM Galloway and j. W. Haltom, all OF Cald.
well, Idaho.
JAF2 HARRY J. sYMs, Register.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
IT'S JUST A COUGH

that gets your lungs sore and weak and paves
the way for Pneumonia or Consumption, or both.
Aekers English Remedy will stop the cough In
day and heal your lungs. 1t will cure ConSump
ton, Asthma, Bronchi is, and all throat and
lung troubles. Positively guaranteed, and mon
ey refunded If you are not satisfied. Write to
us for free sample. W. II. HOOKER e. Co.,
Buffalo. N. Y. For sale by II. D. Blatchley,
druggist.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
Warrant Call.

On and after Jan. II, 1908, will pay upon pre-
sentatiOn at my office, the following warrants
Current Expenses, 1902 series, up to and in
Guiding No. 1871.
Road Warrants up to and including No. 1914.
series 1851. All Bounty Warrants, including No
60.
Redemption Warrants, No. 173, issued Jan
%, 1895.
Ali Caldwell Bridge Warrants.
JAMES NJ. HUTCHINSON,
County treasurer.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07

We sell the greatest of blood purifiers,
Acker'S Blood Elixir. under positive
guarantee. 1t will cure all chronic and
other blood pOiSrns. Ii you have erup-
tions or sores on your body, or are pale,
weak or run down, 1t is just what you
need. We refund money If you are not
satisfied. 80 cents and 81 at Blatchley's
drugstore.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
A Great Bargain in City Prop
erty.

Three blocks in the Washington
Heights Addition must be sold at
once. They will go tor less than
half price, For prices and terms
oall upon the Boise Valley Real Es-
tate Company.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
County Commissioners Pro-
-. 80. .- r.s ceedings.

a Caldwell, Idaho, Jan. I2, 1903
The Board of County Commission.
ers in and for Canyon County,
State of Idaho, met at 80 p. m,
pursuant TO law. Present John M,
Bernard, Chairman, g. 2. BARLEY,
7, F. Nesbitt and Edgar Meek,
Clerk. when the following proceed.
ines were had:
W. R. Lanktree, William H.
platt and Robert Mcclure app cared
before the Board for the purpose Of
qualifying as the Board of County
Commissions in and for the County
of Canyon, State of Idaho, for the
ensuing two years. a al
Whereupon the Board approved
the official bonds OF the said w. r.
Lanktree, William H. Plat and
Robert Mcclure, and thereupon
Edgar Meek, Recorder in and for
said County, administered the Off
rial oath to said w. R. Langtree,
William H. Plat and Robert Nc
Guire, and to each Of them as re-
quired by law. ~ ~ = F.. =.
Whereupon the members of said
Board proceeded to ballot for a
Chairman and it appearing that w.
R. Langtree received majority of
the votes cast, it is therefore ordered
and declared that w. R. Langtree
be chairman of said Board.
Whereupon the said Board ap-
proved the official bond of John A.
Tucker as Clerk Of the District
Court and Ex-Ohicio Auditor and
Recorder in and for said County
and thereupon the Chairman of
said Board administered the official
oath to said John A. Tucker and
thereupon at o'clock p. M, the
said John A. Tucker assumed the
duties of said Office.
Attest: EDGAR MEEK.
The official bonds of James
Hutchinson, Treasurer and Elk OFF,
clio Public Administrator; 7. w.
Watkins, Sheriff; Gilbert T. Hamill,
Assessor and Elk. Ohicio Tax Col
lector; M. I. Church, Probate
Judge; William A. Stone, County
Attorney; Cora B. Bean, Superin.
intendent of Public Instruction,
and Francis B. Delano, Coroner,
we're approved by the Board and
the official oath duly administered
to each of them by the Chairman.
And the following official bonds
were approved by the Board: Rob-
ert Milliken, Surveyor; Robert E.
Bowman, Constable Nampa pre-
cinct; J. A. Gould, Justices of the
Peace, East Nampa precinct; H.
H. Mannis, Constable North Pay
cite precinct; Robert F. Taylor,
Constable East Nampa precinct
George Gardiner, Constable Emmett
precinct: c. w. Geisler, Justice of
the Peace, South Payette precinct;
Douglas Knox, Justice of the Peace,
Emmett precinct, and Frank A.
Smith, Justice of the Peace, North
Payette precinct.
In the matter of the application
OF J. W. Watkins, Sheriff, to ap-
point deputy in his Office, it ap-
pearlng 10 the Board that such dep
uty is necessary, and an affidavit of
publication being now ON file as
required by law it is hereby ordered
that said J. W. Watkins, Sheriff,
be empowered to appoint a deputy
at salary of Seventy-fve Dollars
per month.
On motion the Board adjourned
until January IS, 1903, at 9 o'clock
a. m.
Attest: JOHN A. TUCKER,
Clerk.
Approved: w. R. LANKTREE,
Chairman.
Caldwell, Idaho, January IS,
1903 The Board of County Com
mlssloners met at 9 O'Clock a m
pursuant to adjournment from Jan,
uary IL, 1903. All members of
L
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
YORK. BACK IN HARNESS.
The Veteran Journalist has Bought
the Weiser World viii fight
Again the Old Battle OF
Right. n

It's TO surprise. Everybody
knew lls,.t sooner or later +. A.
York W'ra drift back into journal
ism, / las: ecently bought the
Weiser . snd is again in har-
ness. The l'ress, irrespective
of religion. " ones York. He is
good, strai wholesoul, capable
man and an 0. IL ament to the pro-
fession. There is but one regret.
That is, losing Brewster, but he
won't stay-lost. Some bright morn
ing in Maybe will be heard warb-
ling il the lad over against Coun-
ell. Two good men ana true. Long
may they flourish. : 50
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07

re YOU desire good complexion use
MOki Tea, a pure herb drink. 1t acts
on the liver and makes the skin smooth
and clear. Cures sick headaches. 25
cts. and so cts. Money refunded If it
does not satisfy you. Write to W. II.
HOOKER & Co., Buffalo, N. Y, for free
sample. a
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1903-02-07
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY,

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. AL
Il. W. Groves signature is on each box. 25c
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-06-17
DRESS SUGGESTIONS.

Never wear shoes lighter than the
color at the bottom of the dress.
Brush silk garments with a piece Of
black velvet. 1t removes the dust per-
fectly and loes not injure the fabric.
To dry clean gloves lay them fiat, rub
In a mixture of finely powdered fuller's
earth and al1m. Brush it off and sprin-
kle them with dry bran and whiting.
Dust well.
Save all pieces of velvet unless they
are hopelessly soiled. Brush them thor
oughly and roll them round a cylinder
and put them away. They are sure to
come In handy at some time or other.
In sewing ON buttons if the knot is
placed ON the right side of the cloth di-
rectly under the button the thread win
be less liable to break and become
loosened and the button win remain on
longer.
Perfumed flannel is one of the most
convenient forms of the sachet. \ piece
the size desired is cut off when needed,
sewed into any part of the wardrobe,
and it retains it's scent as long as the
ordinary sachet.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-06-17

Great care should be given to the
choosing Of hat. as it occupies the
place of honor in the whole toilet. 1t is
conspicuous, has character to keep
up and therefore should be the most
beautiful and expensive part of our at
tire. Headgear ought to act as the
framework of the face. 1t should con-
ceal Il bad outline and display a fine
one. II should by its color enhance the
complexion and prove becoming
background to the hue Of the hair y
woman's role is to attract and when
she has attracted to enchain. The in
stinct of sex prompts her to prefer a
style that gives height. piquaney and.
most of all. conspicuousness. Then 4
hat should either correspond with ones
costume or make an effective csatrast
to il. 4 safe general rule DEGREES that
a white or pale coIored gown demands
a dark hat. but that q black or sober
tinted froc!s rcQuirNS 4 bright hued.
brilliant hoadriece
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-06-17
Year Vacation In Colorado.

Consider Colorado as place tn spend
your summer vacation and you will find
that it meets the requirements. Color
ado has been brought nearer the East
by our fast train service only one night
on the road from Chicago or ST. Lonis
20 Denver
The railroad fare is low during the
summer about one half the regular
fare. and on certain days less than half
Colorado has hundreds of moderate
priced hotels and boarding houses
more perhaps than any summer resort
country. Tae prices range from r. per
week upward
Nowhere can he found such a combi-
nation Vt climate and scenery as in Col
orado The air iuvigorates, strength
ems. reviyes-it is Natures own tonic.
All the outdoor sports that can be en-
ioyed anywhere are enjoyed in Color.
ado. Plenty of golf courses and the
incest kind of trout fishing
Just consider these facts for minute
and then write me for copy Of the
Burliugton's Handbook of Colorado
It does not attempt description of Col
orado's charms hut it does tell facts
about 200 or more hotels or boarding
houses shows the location. how reach
ed name and address of proprietnr
rates by the wsak aud month, principal
attractions, etc No charge for copy
VIII be- glad to send copies to ycur
friends Z. $ EUSTlS,
eo0 Adams street. Chicago, III
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-06-17
VIII Again be at the
Hotel FOrtnGg. Yiroqua, on.
Monday. June 22nd
Also second and fourth Mondays of each
month.
FRANK r. WESTON, M. ID.
SPECIALIST.
A Unlque Beauest.

Among the experiences that helped a
now prominent attorney to emerge
from the condition of a brlefcss bar
rister he tells the following: One day a
misery Old fellow came to him and
asked that the young attorney draw up
a will.
"How much cash have you?" was
the first Interrogation.
"Waal l dunno" responded the eli
ent; ''somewheres nigh ON to $4,000,
reckon"
How do Oh wish it iyidcdT'
Il want my old woman TO have $15,.
600 and you can say that l give and
bequeath 5000 to each Of my three
children" said the old man, unloading
himself Of the legal phrase with much
gravity and elaboration.
What else do you wish to say?"
''Say that to each of my several
nieces and ncphews also give the
sum OF $1,000"
Hold on, sir: this is a work of ST.
pereroEation. You have already dis
posed of all your money Ho are
they 10 be given the sums you speci
fy?"
"Gol darn 'cru, let 'em work for it.
as did" came the answer.-San Fran
cisco Wave,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-06-17

The stranger stepped up to the hotel
register ana wrote his name thus:
Gabriel Plunkett. Squibnocket
Mass"
The stranger Immediately behind him
then stepped up. looked at the name
smiled somewhat incredulously and
made this entry himself:
Israel Snodgrass. Snohomish, Wash"
Then the two men glared at each 9th.
er.
Think I'm kiddin' do your"
Trying to make fun of me, are you ?"
Bill!
Bang,
For heavens sake. gentlemen" ago
nizingly exclaimed the hotel clerk,
stop! You are under a mIsapprehen-
sion. ! know both of you and know
those to be your real names and the
real names of the towns you are FROM
BY strenuous efforts he succeeded IN
separating them. and few moments
later they were apologiEing profusely
aud insisting with much vehemence on
treating each other.--ChicaEo Tribune.
Incoming Ills Marker.
Some eastern mau says we are TO
have twenty mine snowstormS this win
ter"
I'm bet If you examine his business
card you will find snox shovels on 1t"
Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-06-17
OUR COUNTY GLEANINGS
from The Brain and Pens OF the CensoF's
LiyeoOuntry and village writers
aENoA.

souTa RIDGE, June e-Fearing We would be
forgotten n we did not send some news from
our ridge we will try and let people Know
wbAt is going on. Mr.. Harder Is erecting
tobacco shed Mr.. Hanson,Our assessor. has
begun his work at last after waiting for need
ed supplies . Girls you must hang onto your
hats--don't trust ZEN with the boys, Tor you
will loose them - you do. Mr.. and Mrs Ell
ason and daughter, Lettie, attended the wed
ding OF Mise Hannah Hanson ana AIR. Martin
Peterson Wednesday, June B.. Mr.. hnd Mrs.
Nels Knntson are rejoicing over the arrival OF
a baby boy, first born Mrs. Witeraft has re-
turned home after weeks visit win her
daughter Minnie - Mr. and Mrs. Gudal spent
sunday with their daughter. Mrs. French
Witcraft... Olaf Hanson is sporting new
canopy top. Anon Try ggestad has canopy
ton. -. Jennie beFmans0n ls spending Few
days with her parents. W near Dell 80
Lees makes frequent trips out he ridge The
mrIaes school which has been under tue
management OF Miss Lillian Brown Will close
Friday 49, Alvin Witcraft has received bis al
ploms from Keith college ia La Crosse We
ali wish Alvin success In his new s:ork 81
mer Hanson Is on the sick list a nephew
OF Rev Decker Is working for Rob Mills ROD
recently lost a saiuable horse. 30, Dr. Mott was
caring for,it. Surrounding communities We're
damaged by ~erent storms but did as no great
harm except washing the fields To some e1-
tent. Sun SHINE