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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

WANTED-A cham bermAd. Permanent
position. Apply TO housekeeper, Hotel
Harms.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

WANTED-An established wholesale house,
recently Incorporated, extending business,
desires to engage competent manager for
branch house. Salary 800 per month, eX-
oenSes and comm iSSiOn. Must invest 81, 600
in capital stock of company, on which divi-
dend of per cent will be guaranteed, and
furnish satisfactory references Address,
Secretary, box 40 Kansas City, Mo.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

WANTED-At once. a girl for general house
work. Apply at $50 Twenty-secQpd street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

If YOU WISH your money TO earn higher
rate of interest than is paid by savings
ney, rooms 1885, Mitchell Lynde building,
Rock Island.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

FOR RENT-Nicely furnished front room
with convenieuces. Very reasonable al
1872 Second avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

DO YOU WANT AGENTS?-Many years ex-
perience places US in position to give you
valuable Information along lines that will
assure you success Ask for free letters
of information and bulletin of daily papers
that pay. We also start responsible par
ties in the mail order and agency supply
business. Lord & Carver, Racine, wis.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

CONNOLLY g. CONNELLY-Attorne a
law. Money loaned. ONCE over Cramp
tons book store, I7l9 Second avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

WANT layer at Kerler Bros
III Seventeenth street. Phone, Union 1884,
new $751;
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-04-04

OH1A4A-<AL : ~ 20
DIRT given away for filling purposes on
Twentieth street. Apply to II. L. Krell,
us Seventeenth street.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
(To be continued.)
simnIA Kindness.

1t was at the height Of Browning's
fame that there occurred little in
cident, narrated by Coulson Kernahan,
which showed that simplicity and kind
ness are not Of necessity destroyed by
prosperity and the appreciation of the
world.
A certain writer, at that time young
and unknown, was introduced to
Browning by a friend. Stammering
from nervousness, he attempted to ex.
press his admiration of the poets work.
To one whom the world united to
praise, the appreciation of a mere boy
was a small thing, but so natural and
simple was the poet that the sincere
tribute Of the young man caused him
real pleasure, which he did not try tC
conceal.
Some time afterward the same young
writer received an invitation to a great
literary function, Browning was pres.
ent, surrounded by circle of the most
distinguished men and women of Eng.
land. Presently he caught sight of the
youngster standing awkwardly by the
door. Turning his back on the great
folk, Browning made his way to his
humble admirer, called him by name,
and expressed pleasure at this oppor,
tunity of renewing acquaintance.
"Was that really Browning with the
white hair and beard?" said lady who
had been standing by. "Why, by the
way he spoke one would think he
would be better pleased, to be taken for
an ordinary gentleman than for great
poet"
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
TROUBLE The INDIANS.
Eastern Oregon White Men Let Stock
Stray Onto Reservation.

Washington, 0ci. 3.--Considerable
difficulty has been experienced at the
UmatilIa Indian agency, in Eastern
Oregon, during the past year, because
OF the persistence with which white
men, living east and south Of the reser.
yatIon, have allowed their cattle to
stray upon the reservation. Many
complaints Of this trespass were made
to Bonded superintendent Charles viii.
kins, In charge, who has advised the
Indian Office that this trespass has
been to the detriment Of the interests
OF the indians. Orders from him have
In many instances pat stop to the
trespass, but not always. "shouId the
same trouble be experienced in the fu-
ture," says Wilkins, "I will endeavor
to have the trespassing animals driven
In and impoundsd, and charge the
owners feed in order to redeem their
stock. This plan will perhaps once
for all result in stopping the nuis-
ance.p
Superintendent wilkins aIeo ad.
wires the Indian Office that the attend
ance at the government school at Una.
tilla showed 3 marked falling off in at
tendance during the past year, while
the attendance ct the Kate Drexel
school showed q corresponding in
crease. This showing in favor Of the
Catholic mission he attributes to the
abrogation Of the Browning rule"
whereby Indian parents can now exer-
else the privilege of sending their chill
dren to the school they desire.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
WIN Cut Much Timber.

Mayor F. 7. Kane and E. j. Hub
bert, Of Forest Grove, have purchased
30, ,O00, 900 feet OF yellow fir timber
north Of Forest Grove and will at once
put in camp of 50 men getting out
logs to fill the 100000 which they
have contracted to deliver each year to
W. H. LYDIA, who will st once move his
mill to the Bellinger bridge on Dairy
creek, three miles north of town, where
there is good pond with storage ca
pacity Of 5000, 900 feet. The first de-
livery Of logs will be made early in De-
cember.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
cHApTER VII

On the day Of the counts departure
from the Chateau M0ntauban, there stop
ped at the cottage Of Hugh Lamonte q
young peasant, dressed in coarse but
neat garb, and carrying across his shOul.
der heavy stick, on which swung bum
die neatly tied up In large cotton hand
kerchief.
This person was Of something above the
medium height, light and athletic In form.
and with straight, shapely limbs, whose
grace and activity his rude dress could
not conceal. His countenance was fine,
frank and pleasing one; the features In
disputably handsome. and the complexion
slightly darkened, evidently by exposure
to sun and wind; while the simple open
ness and honesty Of his manner could not
fail to please one.
At the invitation Of Hugh Lamonte he
entered and sat down, stating that be
had come from Avalon, and desired to
obtain employment in this neighborhood.
What kind Of employment do you
seeky asked Hugh.
II am gardener, monsieur" answered
the young man, respectfully, "and II
could have the care of garden some
where about here
But" interrupted Hugh, In a thought.
full tone, 1--WE do not need gardeners about
here. Up in the village, where the peo-
pie are all farmers. they take care Of
their own gardens. Besides, it is late in
the season for that work"
The young man blushed as he returned:
20, l know that, monsieur know
that; but l would be willing to work for
so much the less"
"Good! But still, I think 1t is not very
likely that you will find employment OF
that kind. II II were the spring instead
Of near the autumn now, perhaps the
marquis might take you. But as 1t is,
you must think Of something else. You
are really In need Of work, supposeT
"Yes, monsieur. / bring certificate
from my former master"
"Who was hep
''The Compte dArtois, monsieur"
"The Compte d'Artoisi" Hugh regard
ed the young man ixedly for moment,
till the red color flushed into his cheek
again. ''Let me see your certificate, il
you please" he said.
The man drew 1t forth and gave 1t to
Hugh. 1t said simply:
This ccrtifes that the bearer, Robin
Marron, is industrious, honest and tenn
perate, and win be found faithful and
trustworthy by whoever may need his ser
vices.
"(Signed),
LOUIS, C0MPTE D'ARTOIS."
"That is WELL" said Hugh, quietly, as
he returned the paper, "and speaks ex-
cellently for you, Master Robin. But 1t
will not be Of much use here, aan afraid.
Is there nothing else you could do?"
"Oh, yes, monsieur" answered Robin.
Il like this neighborhood, and l have
some fancy for farm work. Doubtless
could make myself useful to some of your
neighbors."
"Well, it Is busy time, and there is
every chance for one who comes recon-
mended like you. Extra work-people are
wanted by several of the farmers. There
is Antoine Lebrun and Pierre Martin,
both Of whom know need one or two
more men. They live something like a
mile or two beyond here. You will. with
out doubt, find work among some Of
them."
"Thank you. | will try them," return
ed Robin, rising, and taking up his stick
and bundle, which he had laid beside him
on the floor.
frT0 ha aon f;nuad
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
BOUGHT BY EASTERN MEN.
cornucOpia Group Of Mines In Eastern
Oregon Sold for 5000, 900.

cOrnucOpia Group of Mines In Eastern
Oregon Sold for 100000.
A telegram received at Baker City
by Lack & Schmitz from Trenton, N.
j., announcing the incorporation of the
Cornucopia mines of Oregon company,
with capital stock of s5, 900, 900.
This announcement closes one OF the
largest mine deals ever consummated
in Oregon. 1t involves the purchase
of the famous Cornucopia mine in the
extreme northeastern portion of Baker
county, which ia included in the Union-
Companion group, the Red Jacket, the
Last Chance and 15 other patented
claims, together with the mills, mill
sites and extensive water rights. This
property belonged to the j. e. Searles
bankrupt estate. The price paid for
the mining property was $500, 900
cash. These mines have been worked
since 1886 with varying success, owing
to the lcng distance from railroad
transportation, all ore and supplies
having to be hauled distance OF 55
miles over difficult mountain road.
A portion Of the ore is very rich, while
there is great quantity Of low grade
ore, which it will not pay to transport
BY team.
It is understood that one of the first
moves Of the new company will be the
construction Of railroad from Baker
City to the mine. A tunnel over one
mile long has been surveyed for the
purpose Of opening up all Of the claims.
bernard Mcdonald has been appointed
general manager and has taken posses.
sion for the new owners.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
HAPPENINGS HERE IN OREGON
COMMISSION THE JUDGE.
spending Of Lewis and CLARK Fund IN
Its Hands.

-"
It's Hands.
Attorney General Crawford has rem.
dered an opinion at the request 81 esc.
retary Of State Dunbar in which Ia
holds that the state commission for TIA
expenditure Of the $500 600 appropYiak-
ed for the Lewis and CLARK fair. must
70 great extent, If not entirely. bo the
Judge Of what expendituers are author.
lied % % made Dy them.
This question was presented by the
incnrring Of an expense of $3.50 for
printing q resolution presented 10 TIE
Trans Mississippi congress requesting
an appropriation from the national
congress in aid Of the Lewis and CIark
fair. The secretary Of state was n
doubt whether the commission could
use the fair appropriation IN trying 10
get other appropriations, and referred
the matter to the attorney general.
with the result above stated.
Judge Crawford says, among other
things, that neither the title nor the
body OF the Lewis and CLARK fair act
attempts particularly to define the BOW.
ers and duties Of the commission. but
In every instance confers general DOW.
er to carry out the purposes for which
1t was created.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
VALUES ARE HIGHER.
Taxable Property Of State Is Worth
About Sl7s .OO0. 600.

4
From what can be learned in unofi.
cial advices from different counties Of
the states II seems probable that the
total value Of the taxable property Of
the state as shown BY the assessment
recently completed will be in the
neighborhood Of sI75, 900 600. This
will be In round numbers SIS ,OOO, 900
greater than last year.
From almost every county comes the
report that valuations are being adj
yanced and that new property is being
added to the assessment rolls, 90 that
the total increase for the entire state
will be large.
The highest assessment ever made in
Oregon was that Of 1898, when the total
valuation was over t16s 900 900. The
valuation had grown TO that sum by
steady advances from S84, 600, 900 in
1887. From 1893 onward the counties
began to vie with each other in reduc-
Ing assessments in order to escape
portion Of the burden Of state taxes.
The state taxes we've appoFtioned among
the counties in proportion to the as
sessed valuation and as each county
controlled its own assessment it could
gain something by reduction. In 1900
this process Of reduction had brought
the total assessed valuation down to
t117 zoo, 900.
In order to put stop to this rivalry
IN reducing assessments the Legislature
of 1901 passed an act providing that
state take shall be apportioned among
the counties ct fixed ratio. The BEN
efcial results Of this change were seen
the first year, for the total assessment
that year was sl41 900, 600, and in
1902 1t had grown to over sl4S, ,OOO, 900.
If it shall reach sl75, ,0O0, 900 this year,
as now seems probable, the valuation
will then be the highest in the history
of the state.
Nearly all OF the advance indicated
this year could have been made upon
timber lands without placing an unjust
valuation upon that class OF property.
In nearly all the counties where there
is considerable area of timber land
subject to assessment, increased valua-
tons have been made this year. In
cities, where both business and resi-
denee property has found ready rental
at satisfactory rates. the valuations
hare been put up.
Reports received from various sources
indicate that the valuation of farm
property has not been radically in
creased, but only in accordance with
improvements made.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
Editorials Read in Truman Case.

Lexington, s. c., Oct. S.-The fourth
day Of the trial of ex-Lieutenant Gov
ernor James II. Tillmau, charged with
the murder OF Editor Gonzales, was
taken up almost wholly with the read
ing of editorials from the State News
paper, files of which covering 1902
were placed in evidence by counsel for
the state. 1t was not anticipated
when the reading was begun that one
half the time would be consumed
that was taken, and even yet there re-
main about two columns TO be read at
the next session.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08

Army Officers Instructed to Encourage
Use Of Philippine Currency,

Army Officers Instructed to Encourage
Use Of Philippine Currency,
Washington Oct. S.-GeneraI Young,
chief OF staff, has sent 8 cabIegram to
General Wade, commanding in the
Philippines. directing that ne encour-
age in every legitimate way the use OF
the Philippine currency. Following ID
the text of the cablegram to General
Wade:
Referring to the telegram from
your Office OF the Sd inst, you are ad.
vised that while the Philippine coin
age law does not modify the legal re-
quirements of the revised statutes oi
the United States, the secretary Of war
directs you to encourage in all proper
ways the use and circulation Of the
new currency. To that end you will
cause contracts for services and sup
plies to be made in Philippine pesos,
in all practical cases, to the exclusion
of Mexican and other forms of local ex-
change"
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
rIay Succeed HieIIen.

Chicago, Oct. Sit was reported
here today that George B. Harris,
president Of the Chicago, Burlington
& Quincy railroad. may be elected tC
succeed @. S. Mellen as president Of
the Northern Pacific. In the event, il
is said, Darius Miller, now first vice
president of the Burlington, will be
promoted to the presidency of the Bur.
lington system. 1t is impossible to con-
firm the report or obtain an authora.
tive denial from the officials.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
no WAR FOR TIME AT LEAST.
Turkey Gives Assurance That It wa
Negotiate With Bulgaria.

Turkey ufveA Assurance That It VIII
Negotiate With Bulgaria.
Paris, Oct. 3.-0ficisl advices from
the Balkans show two distinct signs
that war will be averted at least until
spring. First, the Bulgarian revolu-
tionary committee has made overtures
TO the Bulgarian government. and un-
less hostilities are actually undertaken
within the next fortnight, all the prep
arations will be suspended until
spring. The purpose of this, it is un-
derstood here will be permitting the
decimating OF the Turkish forces
through the winter and the compile
tion Of the preparations for a decisive
move early in the spring.
Second, M. Natchevies. Bulgarian en-
voy at Constantinople, has sgresd to
take up the negotiations. He at first
refused to act on the ground that Tur-
key gave no assurances Of a desire for
an adjustment.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
Bored Through Rock for wst.r

A well 17O feet deep, I52 feet Of
which penetrates solid rock, and con.
tanning an inexhaustible supply Of
water Of the depth Of 25 feet, exists at
Stafford, Olackamas county. Lee Bros.
Of Candy have just finished boring the
we'll on Sharp Bros. farm. An attempt
70 pump the well dry proved futile.
This is the tenth attempt the Sharp
Bros. have made to reach water on their
farm that would supply necessary water
for farming purposes.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
PORTLAND MARKETS.

Wheat-waIIa waIIa, 7sc; blue
stem, Tic; valley. 77c.
Flour Valley, $S.76@S.S5 per bar.
rel; hard wheat straights, IS. 1904. 10:
hard wheat, patents, t4.20@4 80:
graham, $S.S5@3.75; whole wheat.
sS.65@4.0O; rye wheat, $3.50.
Barley-Fee sl9.OO@2O. 90 per ton ;
brewing, s21; rolled, s21@21.60.
0ats-No. l white, S1.10; gray.
81. 1.00@1.05 per Genital.
Millstuffs-B Bran, $40 per ton: mid.
dlings, s24; shorts, $50; chop, SIS:
linseed dairy food, $l9.
Hay - Timothy, $500 per ton
clover, nominal; grain, $40; cheat,
nominal.
Butter-Fancy creamery, 250271<c
per pound; dairy, ls@2Oc; store, is
@l6c.
Poultry Chickens, mixed, 1l0
I1kC per pound; spring, 12<@13c:
hens l1@l2c; broilera, sI.75 Der
dozen; turkeys, live, 14@I5c Der
pound dressed, l6@lSc; ducks, $5@e .OO
per dozen; geese, $6@7.OO.
Eggs-Oregon ranch, 24c.
Potatoes-0regon, 65@75c per sack
sweet potatoes, 216C per pound.
Beef = Gross steers, SS.75@4.2B; I;
dressed, 6@7c per pound.
Veal-Sc per pound.
Mutton-Grosa. s8; dressed, BM
61kc; lambs, gross, $3.50; dressed, &c.
Hogs Gross, s5.bO@5.75; dressed,
Sc.
Tallow-Prime, per pound, l@5c;
No. 2 and grease, 25k@sc.
Hopa-lsO3 crop, 24025e per pound.
1902 crop 20@2Ic.
Wool - Valley, Iz@1ec; Eastern
Oregon, l2@l5c; mohairs S50sy>fc.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
Into something IKE conversation:

Into something like conversation:
"You think, then, monsieur le compte,
that ! shall get employment somewhere
about hareT
20, doubtless-doubtless, Robin!v was
the reply. "You viii have my certificate
Of character, Is It Is required; but your
face win do as well. II I am not mistak-
en-"
"Well-weIl! ! need not tell you to be-
have yourself, Robin. wish that sou
may meet with good fortune"
THANK you, monsieur" returned the
other, gratefully. Il shall endeavor to
do credit to your recommendation.
"Ah-wellg muttered Francois, cross
", as he mounted his own little hack,
and glanced surlily enough toward his
master; III young people will turn into
wild geese, DO not know who win re-
pent but themselyesn
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
W. c. 7. U. CONVENTION.
Called for October 2O-2s At saIen-Rate.
for Delegates.

~ailed Tor October 2O-23 at SaIem-Ratea
for Delegates.
The state convention Of the woman,s !
Christian Temperance Union will meet
in Salem, October 20 TO %. ipcluaiva
A fine program will occupy the time
from the evening Of the 10th. Tuesday.
until the close. Miss Lillian ~
Phelps, Of Canada, woman Of fine rem
utation, is to be the principal speaker
A gold medal contest will take place
one evening. All persons wearing the
w. @. 7. o. or Demorest gold madaI
viii be permitted TO enter this contest
Send the name, with age and title n
selection to be used at this contest u
the state president, Mrs. Helen b.
Hartford, Newberg, Or, at once a
that the contestant can be notified of
date Of contest and the rules governing.
Rates will be granted those who Al. Il
tend. Delegates will be entertained.
Visitors can secure reduction in board
by writing to the secretary 81 salem
unions Mrs. Clarkson Reynolds.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08

Word has been received ct Hillsboro
that work on the condenser machinery
is progressing rapidly in the East, and
will be ready for shipment in a few
weeks. The engine house is now in
closed and work will commence on the
main building next week. It is ex-
pected that tie company will be ready
to receive milk by the first Of the year
or soon thereafter.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
BARRACKS FOR RUSSIANS.
Chinese BEs.dlng Accommodations for
Russian Force at Port Arthur.

London, Oct. 3.-The Hong Kong
correspondent of the Daily Mail learne
that 10000 Chinese laborers are build
ing barracks at Port Arthur for $4,000
additional Russian troops and that few
erish haste is being displayed in every
direction.
The Daily Mail considers the dispatch
of Japanese troops to Corea q grave
move on the part of Japan. The troops
ale intended to guard her telegraph
lines, but it means the occupation ol
Corea, which Japan will probably re.
fuse to evacuate until Russia evacuateE
Manchuria. This, adds the newspaper,
means q permanent occupation. as il
is not expected that Russia will leave
Manchuria.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
Addition to College Farm.

The purchase Of 20 acres of land to
be added to the Oregon agricultural
college farm is understood to have
been practically contaminated. The
transfer has not been made, but the de-
tails have been agreed to BY the build
ing committee Of the board and the
owner OF the property. The land al.
joins the present holdings of the col.
iege, lying partly south Of the college
campus and east of the farm. The
price paid is $4,000, or $500 per acre.
which is regarded as very low, consid.
ering the location.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
Plenty Of water At AerlcuItur.r

A complete and copious water supply
for the many buildings on the argicui.
turaI college grounds is now secure.
-Four wells Of two-inch pipe, sunk re-
spectively at SO, 116, III and 125 feet
afford stream four inches in diameter
that cannot be exhausted by constant
pumping. The capacity is 1000 GAL
Ions per hour, ample for use in the
buildings. A supply for the grounds ID
need of the future.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
perIIa 81 the Republic J

The Century is to have q group Ct
papers under the title "Perils Of the
Republic the object of them being tc
call attention by expository papers to q
few of the more important unfortunate
tendencies of American life. The title
Of one Of the early papers is "The Daily
Walk Of a Walking Delegate" !"
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
Cattle WIN Have No Feed.

The most disastrous fire that has ever
occurred in the haydelds of Lake coun.
ty ragged in the lower Chewaucan
marsh, 80 miles north of Lakeview.
At least 1000 tons Of hay in the stack
and in bunches in the field has been
destroyed. The loss is not only the
hay, but the pasture for fall feeding
will be completely ruined. The hay
is valuable at So to So per ton, making
the loss close to $4,000. The settlers
fought hard to put cut the fire.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08
would Never Do

81 was thinking" said the architect
"that you might call the house The
Crescent"
"Not on your llfe," protested the pro
prletor of the new theater, shat would
be hoodoo from the start. The cres-
cent is never full,"-Philadelphia
Press.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1903-10-08

A machine that washes and dries S.
600 dishes an hour has been Invented,
and 1t is guaranteed that plates, cups,
saucers, and other dishes come out Of
the wash without scratch.