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The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1903-09-03
FRUIT GROWERS
AT WEST SOUND
INSTRUCTIVE TALKS BY PROF. w. III.
LAWRENCE
Apple scab, Black Spot and Powdery
Mldew Scientifically Discussed and
Treatment Recommended-Meeting OF
Orcharlists September B.

The fruit growers meeting at West
Sound August 28 was called to order
at about III o'clock a. m. Owing to
mistake in the published notices many
did not arrive in time for the forenoon
session. Prof. Lawrence took up the
subject Of apple scab, giving history
of the life of the germ, or spore, which
causes this growth or disease. The
remedy he advises is Bordeaux mix.
ture, summer strength, applied at
about the time the buds begin to show
white, thoroughness being the price of
success; also care in preparing solution
and caution as to purity and strength
of ingredients used.
After dinner, work was resumed at
about 2:30 O'Clock by Prof. Lawrence.
His talk on "black spot" comprised
the scientific history of the disease, APP
pearance of affected tree to the naked
eye, ravages in the Pacific northwest
i'm orchards in different districts, warn
ing and encouragement to Orchardists
of the islard and the effect of his treat
ment as superintended 10y himself at
the Experiment Station farm at Puy-
allup. The treatment recommended is
Bordeaux mixture, winter strength,
applied in the fall, not later than No
vember l, thoroughness of application
being advised as the sure road to pre-.
vention of new growth.
After a short intermission, Prof.
Lawrence, by special request, spoke on
'powdery mildew," giving as rem
edy potassium sulphate, one pound,
dissolved in fifty gallons of water
sprayed on as soon as the mildew
makes its appearance on the foliage.
He also gave arsenide of soda as al eff
fective remedy against "budmoth,"
cautioning its use with lime water to
guard against the burning of the ten
der fruit.
Special thanks are due to the Misses
Adkins, Messrs. Vetter, Mr.. and Mrs.
IaCleTSOu, MT. DOStidh, MID. l. iOich'C
and Miss Susie Atkins and Messrs.
Court for the musical part of the pro-
gram.
A meeting of the Fruit Growers
Protective Association is called for
September at the hall. All old mem
bers are urged to be present and all
persons interested in fruit growing arc
invited to join the association, thereby
making its work more effective. Or
ganized effort, in all lines of work, was
never more general or more effective
than it is today, and the common in
terests of the fruit growers should be
enough to cause them to act as unit
in promoting and preserving their I'M
portant and growing business.
BEN f. HARRISON,
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1903-09-03
Died in Wisconsin

David Whitaker, well known tc
many of our readers, died at his former
home, Fort Atkinson, Wis, August 2,
1903. Mr.. Whitaker was the father o.
Mrs. Clinton and uncle OF Mrs. q. b.
briggs. The following extract is from
half column obituary published in
his home paper, the Jefferson County
Union: "The remains were laid to
rest in Evergreen cemetery. And thus
in simple manner ended the kindly
life and history of man who for haif
century, nearly, passed in and out
among us without making an enemy
A kinder, truer-hearted man, more
instructive gentleman, never lived than
David Whitaker. He goes to his long
rest with the blessing of all who knew
him.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1903-09-03
Judge and Mrs. Thacker Leave

1t is with sincerest regret that the
ISLANDER reports the departure this
morning of Judge and Mrs. w. H.
Thacker for their new home at Arling-
ton, Snohomish county. That they
contemplated such removal has been
known to their friends and acquaint-
ancss tor long time. 1t is much to
be regretted that the most earnest pro-
tests of their friends could not persuade
them to change their plans and
remain in the county, continuing to
occupy the high place in the esteem of
the people which they have held for
many years. More than twelve years
ago they came here, and during all
this time Judge Thacker has been one
of the most prominent figures in the
political life of the county, having
served the people almost continuously
as county attorney, deputy or repre-
sentative in the legislature. AS in the
case of his associate in the attorneys
office, Mr.. King, his private interests
as an attorney have at all times been
subordinate to his high sense of his
duty as public servant. He has dis
couraged litigation and aided very ma
terally by his counsel in placing the
county in the fine financial condition
which it is now in. Both he and Mr..
King have saved the county many
times the amount that has been paid
them. Their removal is serious loss,
which the county is likely to feel for a
long time. Jude Thacker is one of the
leading archaeological students of the
northwest and his work is recognized
and sought for by the leading authori-
ties on this interesting subject. The
ISLANDER extends it's best wishes for
the. health and happiness of himself
and family and FOR their material sue
cess.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1903-09-03
A Loss to the County

II. S. King and family leave today
for Olympia where Mr.. Kings mother
and brother reside aud where they will
probably locate. During all the years
of their residence here the cheerful and
efficient aid of Mr.. and Mrs. King
could always be counted upon in every
good work. They have pursued the
even tenor Of their wayn quietly and
unostentatiousIy and have well earned
the respect and good will Of everyone.
During his several years as county at
torney and deputy Mr.. King has SUBJ
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1903-09-03

Notwithstanding the short notice OF
less than one day Congressman Cush-
man was greeted by large audience
at Odd Fellows hall last Thursday
evening when he delivered his illus
trated lecture on the national capital.
He is ever welcome visitor here. AL
ways an interesting talker, his address
of Thursday evening was especially so,
illustrated az it was by large number
of fine views, of his own selection,
the national capital and its environ
ments. His mother accompanied him.
From here they went to Roche Har-
bor Friday, accompanied by Congress
man Jones, who arrived quite unex-
pectedly that day. They both spoke
there in the evening and left Saturday
for up-Sound points. They are visit
ing all sections of the state during the
congressional vacation, familiarizing 4
themselves with needs of the state
aud the wishes of the people in the
matter of federal legislation.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1903-09-03

John Broder, of the firm OF Broder
& Mead, returned Monday from busi-
ness trip to Whatcom and Seattle.
The firm had several thousand fruit
and clam cans on board the Roche
Harbor Lime Company's bark VIM. G.
Irwin, which caught fire at sea on her
north-bound trip recently and was
towed back to San Francisco. A heavy
salvage claim is said to have been filed
against the vessel. Supt. Shultz, OF
the Lime company, has gone to Frisco
to settle the matter.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1903-09-03
A boiler for Culp Bros. mill on Fish

A boiler for Culp Bros. mill on Fish.
erman's bay arrived on the Thompson
Monday. 1t was loaded across the
upper deck of the steamer 80 near the
pilot house that the mass of iron ma
terially affected the compass and made
it so unreliable to steer by that Capt.
Hanson experienced difficulty in find
ing the wharf at Richardson IN the fog
which prevailed.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1903-09-03

Nathan Beman, former auditor OF
King county and now in charge OF the
blank department of the Lowman q
Hanford company, Seattle, was In
town Tuesday. His father was for
many years prominent in state politics
i'm Minnesota and was a fine public
speaker. Our fellow townsman, John
l.. Blair, served with him in the Min,
nesota legislature.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-08-31
Homestead Entry No. 1881.
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
Department of the Interior,

department or the Interior,
Land Office at Santa Fe, N. M,
August 25, 1908.
Notice is hereby given that the fol
lowing-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 the probate
clerk at Las Vegas, New Mexico, on
October 8. 1903, viz:
JOSE DARIO GUTIERREZ,
for the r IL of the Sc IA Sec. 4, and
W 1.2 Of sW IA Sec. 8, T. Is N. r. 81
e.
He names the following witnesses
to prove his continuous residence
upon and cultivation of said land, viz:
Charles e. Bloom, Of Las Vegas,
N. M; W. H. Garner. Of watrous, N.
NJ; Mariana Duran, of Watrous, N.
M; Esia B~acharach. Of Las Vegas, N.
MANUEL R. OTERo
STAG. Register.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-08-31
Thinking New Workers.

Speaking about southern barbarism,
We observe there are 27,ooo saloons III.
the south ii t,o00 III tic state IL
New York alone. and there are three
and a half times as many people in the
south as in New York. Wonder il
we can't do something for that benight
ca state.-M Memphis Commercial Ap.
peal. rsSg
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-08-31
Ratchet ana Pitchfork.

There has been some remonstrance
from northern papers on the ground
that Senator Burton, who was pitted
against Senator Ben Hillman. ii not
the South Carolinian's match. Why
do they not Try Hon. Carrie Nation?
There would be a regular Ratchet and
pitchfork time then,-Nashville Ban
ner.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-08-31
Notice to Property Owners and Ten.
ants ii the City Of Las VEGAS. N. M.

Notice to Property Owners and Ten.
ants In the City Of Las Vegas, N. NJ.
In accordance with a resolution Of
the city council, you are hereby no.
titled to keep the street, abutting
your property or premises, neal and
trim from the fence to the park line,
by keeping the grass cut and weeds
destroyed.
Care Of this space is as necessary
as care OF the yard and you are ur-
gently requested to attend to this
matter and avoid expense Of further
action by the city.
X. D. GoODALL,
CHAs. TAMME. CLERK Mayor.
Aug. 18th, 1903.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-08-31

Those who take the most pride in
doing a thing by sheer instinct pay
the penalty for it in cold judgment.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-08-31

apout 8 IudItsf u Y nile they lett the
track and went over a $50 foot en-:
bankment into q heap.
Mrs. Sarah Boyce, a resident Of
Dona Ana county, \. NJ has through
her attorneys filed suits in the dis.
trict court Of Ell Paso, against the
Texas 4 Pacific railway for $4,000
damages. In the petition it is stated
that she purchase da ticket at Tex.
arkana on June 4 and boarded a south
bound train and that on reaching JEFF
ferson, Texas, the rtain collided with
a north bound train and she was
thrown violently against the side of
the a from the effects Of which she
sustained serious and permanent in.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-08-31
TRACK AND TRAIN

# X a
Fireman King is resting.
Fireman Stewart is off duty.
Fireman Conwell has reported,
Engineer Purcell is on the sick list.
Fireman Tighe is back At work 70
day.
Fireman williams stays off for one
I'M.
Fireman Fishburn is off for 4 vaca-
ton.
Fireman Wiggens is n trip to the
good.
The 757 is being ~overhauled in the
local shops.
Fireman Comstock is at the mercy
of the doctor.
Engineer Shubert is having a good
whole holiday.
Fireman Tingley is marked up On
the board for one trips relief.
William Southern Of Los Angeles
is a new operator in the yard office.
Pierce Murphy, sealer in the local
yards will begin a vacation tomorrow.
Thirty-hve new engines are expect,
ed on the New Mexico division with
in the next few weeks.
Trainmaster J. B. Notgrass Of the
New Mexico division, was a visitor in
Albuquerque Saturday.
Trainmaster Merrifeld of the noun
tain division has moved. his family
from Dodge City to Ration.
An artistic arrangement Of red and
blue lights has been made in the tow
er over the Santa Fe station at AL
buquerque.
M. r. Williams. superintendent of
bridges and buildings on tn New Mex
leo division returned yesterday from
a southern trip. [
Car Clerk Faulkner and Caller G.. I
Smith, Of the yard office will leave to-
morrow to enjoy a thirty days lay off {
in Kansas City, Pueblo and Colorado
Springs. Chas. Jameson will supply I
for the car clerk and e. Heidel will do
duty in the capacity Of caller. I
~ TT
The gross earnings of the Chicago t
Great Western railway Maple Leaf u
route) for the third week of August,
1908, show an increase Of $7,7S0.64 \
over the corresponding week Of last n
year. Total increase from the begin. n
ming of the fiscal year, Sill, 336.97. n
Four of the big railroads in the
middle west have arranged to run
through cars to Los Angeles on train q
No. ! next winter. All four lines will U
radiate from st. Paul. They are the
Wabash, Great Western, Milwaukee & y
st. Paul and Burlington. The cars OF
these several lines will be picked up
by No. / at Kansas City and carried j
through TO Los Angeles. In the same !,
way they will be taken back.
The Alamogordo Lumber company Il
suffered a severe loss last Wednes- b,
day by n of Its two big steam load i,
Frs and nine cars Of logs being wreck
at It's timber camp. The greatest
will be from delay Of their mill q
operations rather than to the actual g
loss Of the loader and cars, the latter m
being worth about $4,000. The train az
men backed to make a coupling and in
LONG $ o broke a draw bar and stopped =,
repair It. In the meantime the
brakeman failed to block the wheel
md set the hand brakes. After the
lir leaked out nothing held the load. ",
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1903-08-31

Some fellows work for all they are
worth; but the trouble is they are not
worth much.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06
More Riots.

Disturbances of strikers are not
nearly as grave as an individual
disorder of the system. Overwork,
loss of sleep, nervous tension will
be followed by utter collapse, un-
less reliable remedy is Immediate
ly employed. There's nothing so
efficient to cure disorders of the
Liver or Kidneys as Electric Bit
ters. It's wonderful tonic, and
effective nervine and the greatest
all around medicine for run down
systems. 1t dispels Nervousness,
rheumatism and Neuralgia and ex-
pels Malaria germs. Only soc,
and satisfaction guaranteed by L..
X. Kirk, druggist.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06
ENTHUSIASM.

In order to be enthusiastic must have a
knowledge of the subject in question and under
>tand how it Is effected by other matters, and its
Influence on other subjects. The successful phy-
sician does not content himself with mere
knowledge of mater medica but first obtains
broad education, to prepare himself for thorough
germs, the causes to prevent disease. as well as
means to heal when sick. The minister of the
Gospel spends years in preparatory work. study
ing Latin, Greek and Hebrew in connection with
theology Not that he expects to preach in any
other than his mother tongue, but that he may be
fitted for the work to which he has been called
SO with all vocations or business in life there
must be a certain knowledge of that business But
there are men who have made a lie study of med
icine and never killed a disease germ. There are
ministers who have preached theology for decade
and never inspired soul with desire for higher
living.
The same may be said about men in other voca.
tions. they have the knowledge. the power, it may
be called. but lack the vital spark enthusiasm
The mighty engine may be properly constructed
and its furnace filled wish fuel but to be of any
use that fuel must be fired. and that continually.
We farmers need fire, need the electric spark OF
enthusiasm" to enliven us in our business. How
are we to learn more about our business? We can
not all have high school or college education nor
even have time to attend the short course for
farmers in our college. No one farmer knows this
better than I, that is what prompts me to write
this today. When person selects the profession
he intends to follow he should bend every nerve
and embrace every opportunity to become fitted
for that position. Now there are several ways OF
obtaining knowledge. We learn by experience by
observation and from books. Perhaps the latter is
the quickest and might be said the easiest, since
by the study OF books can secure the benefit of
the experience and observation of others, who have
made lite study of such subjects. 1t is imprac
ticable if not impossible, for farmers to obtain all
the knowledge they need from books. Therefore
the farmer must make use of all these helps
uniting theory. science and practice. In no other
business or calling in lite has God given more
objects to enthuse along the line of his work than
the farmer. In every seed he sows and plant he
cultiyates there is practical lesson in chemistry
botany plant life. Never in the history Of the
world were there ever better opportunities for the
farmer, young or old, to obtain information than
now. aud rejoice to know that many availine
themselves OF the opportunity; women as well a.
men are taking courses in dairying and agricul-
ture in our college.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06
Property Transfers.

Catherine Merritt, of Middle
town, Del, to Samuel Merritt, OF
Middletown, six acres of land in
First district, 500.
Elmore H. Owens and wife, to
Calvin Fl. Taylor, lot at Perry
vile, $175.
Philip Craig, Almeda Craig and
George w. Craig and wife, to
Merryman d. Craig, interest in LOT
at Perlyville, 81 Elizabeth B.
High and others, to Andrew d.
Dean, property on West Main
street, Elkton, $1525.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06
A Knight of the Highway
BY CLINTON ScOLLARD,
Author of ga Man Arms" "The Of a Tory, Etc.
SYNOPSIS.


CHAPTER Phillip Rossiter a young
cellege-bred man, through lack of deter
mination and will-power, had descended
to the level of a common tramp. He
has stolen a ride on q freight train and
by chance gets off at Illica, town well
known to him in his college days.
CHAPTER II.-While lounging on the
river bank next day he hears a cry for
help and saves young man, Joe Becraft,
from drowning. The latter seeing what
Rossiter is and wishing to help him asks
Philip to accompany him to the hop
fields where he is going to work. Philip
consents to go with him.
CHAPTER III.-They go to a barber in
town who improves Philips appearance
and later, in company with Joe's mother
sister and brother, they leave for Mr..
Merton's hop-fields.
CHAPTER IV.-On the way Philip rec
ognizes many scenes familiar to him in
his college days, and the contrast be-
tween his bright ambitions of those days
and his present low condition saddens
him and makes him despise himself.
CHAPTER Vat the hop-fields Ros-
sitter meets Miss Merton and her cousin,
Miss Sylvia Densmore, of Illica. He is
fascinated with the beauty and charm of
the latter but tries not to let her know
1t. He has resolved to reform and is
happy to know he is again man. While
out strolling one evening he meets
.'Whiskers," a tramp of the lowest order
presence means no good.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06

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The Farmers Club met at the
residence of Alfred McVey on the
25th ult. The meeting was called
to order about the usual time 10y
the president, Alfred Kirk. The
Secy. being absent, Elwood Balder,
ston was appointed for the day.
The following members. responded
to roll call:
Alfred Kirk, M. G. Reeder, j.
2. Wilson, James Maxwell, Jos. S.
Scarborough, Alfred McVey, El-
wood Balderston, M. L. Thompson
and R. X. Rawlings. There were
also present the following visitors:
j. M. G. Carhart, Taylor Reynolds,
John Reynolds, Ross Biles, Saml
Gatchel, G. Brokaw, VIM. Stewart,
VIM. Sheppard, Jesse Cameron,
Rev. Wilson Beale, Alfred Mackey,
Wilmer McVey, Nevin McVey,
Walter Smith and DIR. Miller.
There being no minutes of the
previous meeting the President
called for experiments.
M. G. Reeder was pleased with
the use of shredder in cutting his
fodder. The fodder goes as far
again in feeding, and what is not
eaten is in excellent condition for
an absOrbant.
James Maxwell is still much
pleased with his separator. He
has no trouble going to the
creamery and has his skim milk
at home.
Elwood Balderston stated that
in his opinion the sweet cream sys-
tenn could only be practicable where
the greatest care was exercised by
the operators, in producing a uni
form grade of cream of not less
than 30 per cent fat, and delivered
to creamery in sweet condition and
free of all odors, suitable for test.
ing and ripening for cburn.
Alfred McVey planted second
crop seed from Burpee's EARLY, and
other early potatoes, and is much
pleased with the result.
OF the visitors present Walter
Smith put up a silo 12ft in
diameter and 24ft. deep, being of
stone and wood. That above
ground was built of 2x4 pine scant
ling undressed and hooped with
iron. He filled with & acres of
ordinary field corn and is much
pleased with the result. The en-
silage coming out sweet and good,
except a portion that was damaged
by the surface water getting into
It. He said the lumber cost $52. 90
for the slaves.
The host, Aired McVey, then
read an essay, subject "Enthu-
siasm," which ably set forth the
necessity of farmers as well as
others throwing their whole ener-
gies mind as well as body into their
vocation, and make it pleasant and
agreeable for all about them.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06
He Was Too Slow.


He reached out as if he would CATCH
mold of her, but she eluded his grasp.
Again he made an equally feeble at
tempt, and again she eluded him..
Once more he made feeble attempt,
and she had no difficulty in escaping.
This time she became indignant, al
most angry.
What do you mean, sir" she ex-
claimed, "by thus trying to kiss me?'
I'LL presume" he hesitated,
that I meant to kiss you"
She drew herself up proudly, them
stepped near him and gazed down on
him defiantly.
WELL" she said, emphatically, "why
in heavens name don't you do it?"-
N. Y. Herald.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06
It Saved His Leg.

P. A. Danforth of LaGrange, Ga,
suffered for six months with a
frightful running sore on his leg;
but writes that Bucklen's Arnica
Salve wholly cured it in five days.
For Ulcers, Wounds, Piles, its the
best salves in the world. Cure guar
anteed. Only 25c. Sold by L. r.
Kirk, druggist.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06
r1arriage Licenses.

Frank P. Rhodes, McDonough,
Del, and Mary b. Purday, OF
Town Point, Md.
Frank Burns, Jr., and Laura
Downhom, both of near Elkton.
George Edward Herman, of
Chesapeake City, and Matilda Len
ton Truitt, of Mt. Pleasant, Del.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-03-06
Working Overtime.

Eight hour laws are ignored by
those tireless, little workers-Dr.
Kings New Life Pills. Millions
are always at work, night and day,
curing Indigestion, Biliousness,
Constipation, Sick Headache and
all Stomach, Liver and Bowel
troubles. Easy, pleasant, safe,
sure. Only 25c at DR.. Kinks drug
store.