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Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Candy Store Changes Hands.

G. f. Shaw and Frank Brown have
sold their confectionery store to J.
March, of Salem. The new proprietor
took charge Of the business February
l, and will soon move to the room now
occupied by Pfennig's jewelry store in
the Wilson block, where he will fit up
one Of the neatest confectionery stores
in the valley. Frank Brown will manu-
facture the candy for the new store,
and Horace Webster will have charge
of the salesroom.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Resolutions Of Coincidence.

To the relatives and friends Of the
late I. r. Hughes.
Whereas, it has pleased the
Almighty to take from our midst the
late |. r. Hughes, we the members of
Luckiamute Camp, No. S1S7, M. w. A.,
beg to extend our sympathy to the be-
reaved ones in the death of our friend
and neighbor, and be it
Resolved, that we as camp feel
deeply the loss Of this neighbor from
our ranks, he having been charter
member of this camp He was always
ready to do his part, and never shirked
any duty which fell to his lot to per-
form. Be it further
Resolved, that these resolutions be
spread upon the minutes Of this camp
and published in the Polk COUNTY
OBSERVER, and copy mailed to the
parents of the deceased neighbor.
G. E. DILL,
f. J. HOLMAN,
Committee.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
BAPTSTS HOLD REUNION
Large Meeting Held IN the Dallas
Church Last Friday.

The annual reunion and business
meeting of the members of the Baptist
Church in this city last Friday was
we'll attended. An interesting pro-
gram was carried out, and the mem
bers are greatly encouraged with the
outlook for another year Of active and
successful work. In all the deliber-
ations Of the day, peace, harmony and
goodwill prevailed, and the officers
elected one year ago were reelected to
serve another year without dissent
ing voice.
At II o'clock, Rev. J. L. Whirry,
missionary colporteur for Western
Oregon, preached a sermon in keeping
with the occasion on "The Triumphant
Church." At ;O5 p. M, T, J. Cherr-
ington, the photographer, took a
picture of the gathering, arranged
and grouped on the outside of the
church. In this group, conspicuously
seated in the pulpit chair, was Grand
ma Hubbard, now 70 years old and
the only charter member present.
Full justice was done to a bountiful
dinner prepared by the women Of the
church. Nearly two hours were spent
in feasting and social intercourse,
getting better acquainted and talking
over plans and methods for the COM
ing year.
Promptly at 2 o'clock the members
gathered at the church for roll-call
and election of officers. Forty men,
bers answered to their names, and the
25 absent members were accounted for.
Fifteen new names have been added
to the church roll during the last few
months.
After the roll-call, reports from all
departments of the church work were
read and discussed. These reports
showed marked advance all along the
line and indicated unusual activity.
The several treasures showed all ex-
penses paid and money in hand with
which to begin the new year.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
state Committee Wln Meet.

The Republican State Central Com
mittee is hereby called to meet in the
City Of Portland on Friday, the 18th
day Of February, 1904 abraham Lin
coins bTthday), in room l2 Hamilton
building, at 10 80 o'clock a. m, for the
purpose Of selecting the time and place
for holding the next State Convention,
apportioning delegates to said Con-
vention, recommending date for hold
ing primaries, and for the transaction
Of such other business as may proper
ly come before the committee.
FRANK G. BAKER,
Harrison Allen, Chairman.
Secretary.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Played Out.

Dull Headache, Pains In various parts
Of the body Sinking at the Pit of the
Stomach, Loss Of Appetite, FeverishnesE.
Pimples or Sores are all positive evidences
OF impure blood. No matter how Il be-
came so. II must be purified IN order 10
obtain good health. Acker's Blood Elixir
has never failed to cure Scrofulous or
Syphilltic poisons or any other blood
diseases. It Is certainly a wonderful
remedy and we sell every bottle on a POSI-
las. oregon.
DYSPEPSIA CAN BE CURED By using
Acker's Dyspepsia T9blets. One little
Tablet viii give immediate relief or money
refunded Sold IN handsome tin hoxea
az Is cents. Belt & Cherrington. Daliaa
Oregon
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
); ifck
Blood

Feed pale girls on SCOTS
Emulsion.
We do not need to give all
the reasons why SCOTS
Emulsion restores the strength
and flesh and color of good
health to those who suffer
from sick blood.
The fact that it is the best
preparation Of Cod Liver Oil,
rich in nutrition, full of healthy
stimulation is a suggestion as
to why it does what it does.
SCOTS Emulsion presents
Cod Liver Oil at its best,
fullest in strength, least in
taste.
Young women in their
" teens are permanently cured
of the peculiar disease Of the
blood which shows itself in
Paleness, weakness andnevous-
ness, by regular treatment
with SCOTS Emulsion.
Ii is a true blood food and
is naturally adapted to the cure
of the blood sickness from
which 50 many young women
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Miss Owen Wins.

Miss Edith Owen, of Independence,
will represent the Oregon State Normal
School in the state oratorical contest
at Forest Grove. The young lady
won out over four other contestants at
the local tryout in Monmouth last Fri
day night. Miss Owen is a popular
and her friends feel confident
that she will represent her school with
much credit in the state contest.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
CITY Council Meets.

The city council meeting Monday
evening was well attended, all the city
officers except Councilman Shaw be-
ing present. The usual monthly bills
were ordered paid, and the reports of
the City Auditor and City Treasurer
were read. The report Of the City
Treasurer shows a balance Of 1856 on
hand after taking up one City Hall
bond for $500 An ordinance provid-
ing for new sidewalks in front Of the
property of Walter Coy and H. B.
Plummer, trustee, in First Ward, was
read first time. Consideration of the
matter Of placing an arc light at the
Railroad crossing on Main street was
postponed for two weeks. The sewer
committee was given further time in
which to prepare its report
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05

Miss Lima Stouffer Entertalns at
Her Parents Home, Satur-
day Evening.

Miss Lima Stouffer entertained about
forty invited guests at the home Of her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan P. Stouffer,
last Saturday evening. The parlors
were prettily decorated with potted
plants, ribbons and ferns, and
numerous shaded electric lights lent
to the beautiful color effect. Mrs.
G. L. Hawkins assisted in receiving
the guests. Several hands of finch
were played, after which light refresh
ments were served.
The invited guests were: Mr.. and
Mrs. G. L. Hawkins, Mr.. and Mrs.
E. G. kirkpatrick, Mr.. and Mrs H. H.
Dunkelberger, Mr.. and Mrs. J. III.
Dunn, Mr.. and Mrs. Conrad Stafrin,
Mr.. and Mrs. @. A. Dunn, Mr.. and
Mrs. F. G.. Elliott, Mr.. and Mrs. Alvis
Lynch, Mr.. and Mrs. 7. A. Dunn /;
Misses Emma Dempsey, Bertha Full
er, Halle Reynolds, Effle Brown,
Hazel Butler, frankie Hayter, Evan
geline Hart, Ednelle Collins. Clarice
Brown; Messrs. L. +. Daily, Oscar
Hayter, Tracy Staats, Lee Smith, G. l..
Starr, J. G. Hayter, Roy Glass, Dan
Polling, Chester Gates, W. L. Soehren,
j. E. Richter and Fred West.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Goat Raisers to Meet.

A call for meeting Of the Polk
County Mohair Association at Browns s
hall in Dallas, on Saturday, February
1S, at l o'clock p. M, has been issued
by George McBee, president of the
organization. The meeting will be an
important one, and all members are
requested to be present. The date for
selling the 1904 mohair pool will be
set at this time, and other business
will be transacted.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
viii Go to The Philippines.

Walter F. Nichols, deputy clerk Of
Polk county, has received notice Of his
appointment as a teacher in the public
schools Of the Philippine Islands.
Mr.. Nichols passed the Civil Service
examination in Portland few months
ago, and had his name placed on the
list of candidates for appointment.
He will leave for the islands early in
March.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05

A considerable acreage Of fruit and
berries will be set out around Dallas
this year. J. B. Mum reports recent
sales of nursery stock as follows
James Boydston, 1000 apple trees, 500
walnut trees, 500 Logan berry; ]. B.
Stump, 500 walnut; DR.. Mark Hayter,
200 fiIbert trees; H. E. Kozer, 14O wal
nuts and fiIberts; J. o. Snyder, 800
Logan berry, 20 walnut trees; Dan
Hollingsworth, 200 Logan berry, be-
sides a lot of small orders.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Putting Up New Building.

George L. Hawkins, the Dallas
marble cutter, is erecting sub
stantial office and workshop on his
residence lot on Railroad street. AS
soon as the structure is completed, he
will remove his business from the
present location in the Collins build
ing. The new quarters will be
comfortable and substantial, and will
be convenient to the depot and to the
business portion of town.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Secretary.

SICK HEADACHE ABSOLUTELY and
permanently cured By using Moh Tea.
A pleasant herb drink Cures constipation
and indigestion, makes you eat. sleep.
work and happy. Satisfaction guaranteed
or money back . eta and 80 cts. Bell
8 charTInEton. Dallaa. orsEon-
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05

Charles Mcdonald has purchased
the r. G. Craven property at the West
end Of Court street. He will build
two houses on the lots next Fall.
A. Noltner, the veteran newspaper
man Of Portland, was in Dallas, Tues
day, soliciting advertising for a
special number Of the Rural Spirit.
Lodge Notice: Members of Naomi
Chapter, o. E. S., are requested to
meet in the hall promptly at rs next
Tuesday evening. ELLA J. METzeER,
w. N.
Miss Edith Houck, who has been
teaching in the Dallas public school,
left on Monday for Portland, where
she will become a nurse in a hospital
Her place in the school will be filled
by Miss Lena Stouffer.
Frank Butler, of Falls City, was a
business visitor in Dallas, Monday.
He says the route for the mutual tele-
phone line between Dallas and Falls
City is already surveyed and staked
out and the work Of setting the poles
will be commenced in a few days.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
DALLAS WINS BOTH WATER SUITS
Supreme Court of Oregon AAirms Decision Of Lower
Court in Boise and HaIIOCK Cases.

The City Of Dalas property
empaed and no limitations restrictions choice
any particular property It has discretion within limits
the kind and capacity the plant INSTALL has discretion
within like limits choose the its supply pipe
lines and the location Of It's reservoirs and pumping stations and unless
there is clear abuse Of @ the detment of individuals property
rights the courts cannot interfere to control it."
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Telephone Company Elects OFFICERS.

lCiCpuOHC SOulpauy LsS~No 0AAhS~Acs
The stockholders of the Dallas Tele-
phone Switchboard Company met in
the parlors of the Dallas City Bank
on Saturday last and elected officers
as follows: R. E. Williams, president; /;
T. A, Riggs, vice-president; H. L.
Fenton, secretary: Conrad Stafrin,
treasurer. The president. yice-presi-
dent and secretary constitute a Board
Of Directors. The board was instruct
ed to purchase a switchboard and dis
tributing board and find a suitable
location for the central Office. The
company expects to give free exchange
to all mutual telephone companies
leading into Dallas. The directors
announce that the company will be
ready for business in the near future.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Chest Pains From
Tobacco Heart. "
Valvular Heart Dis
ease Threatened.
DIR. Niles Heart Cure
Cured Me-

The effect of excessive smoking shown by
such symptoms as heart pains, heartburn,
smothering spells, shortness OF breath, Hut
tering and palptation, is most serious. II
YOUR heart is in ary way affected you should
at once begin e. use Of DR.. Miles Heart
Cure which enriches the blood, regulates the
hearts action and improves the circulation.
'T am a local newspaper man and
have been an inveterate smoker since my
boyhood. A little over a year ago hrst
noticed symptoms of heart trouble, palpIta-
ton and acute pains and peculiar, / might
say. indescribable feeling across my chest.
Local physicians said / had tobacco heart
quit smoking for a while and took regular
dose. of digitalis and belladona with some
relief but the same old symptoms were still
there. A friend OF mine here recently died
of what the doctor said was valvular disease
Of the heart, Knowing that his symptoms
we're similar to mine felt that my time too
was limited, although l am still a young
man, in my thirty-ninth year. In Skillman
& Stones drug store here DR.. Miles New
Heart Cure was recommended. / began
taking it and l can positively state that its
feet is marvellous. / have Just finished my
third bottle and feel like a kid and believe
am cured. THIS letter is the spontaneous
utterance Of one who wishes 10 thank you
for benefits received "-WM y. GRANT,
Seattle, Wash, formerly Of Spokane, Wash.
Al druggists sell and guarantee first bot
~ q Miles 3 n dies. Send Tor tree OK
e s.rvous e. Heart Diseases. Address
Dr.. Miles Medical CO. Elkhart, Ind.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Teachers Won Game.

The State Normal basketball team
defeated the McMinnville College team
at Monmouth Friday night by a score
of % to Is. Many costly errors and
fumbles were made by the players on
both sides, which accounts for the
large score. The game was called at
Z o'clock, and its close the players
came to Dallas on a special motor
and witnessed the game between
o. A. G. and Dallas College.
L. Gerlinger, president of the Dallas
& Falls City railroad, was in Dallas
the first of the week.
Mrs Robert Hatton attended the
wedding of Mr.. Rollie Leisey and
Miss Dovie McCulloch, at the home of
the brides parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
John McOullocb, near Ballston,
Wednesday.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05

ACKER's DYSPEPSIA TABLETS are
sold on a positive guarantee. Cures heart
burn, raising of the food. distress after
eating or any form Of dyspepsia One
little tablet gives immediate relief. 3
cts and 90 cts. Belt & CherringtoD
Dallaa Oregon
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05

Edward Gerlinger, Of Portland, is
in charge Of the local Office of the
Dallas & Falls City railroad, during
the temporary absence Of his brother,
Louis.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
10 cuRE a coLp IN oNE pAY

Take Laxative BrOmO ouinine Tablets.
All druggists refund the money II II
falls to cure. d. ". Groves signature
ts on each box 9Se
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1904-02-05
Two Heavy pOrkers.

The two Berkshire hogs exhibited
at the Dallas Goat Show by F. A.
Koser, Of Rickreall, we're weighed by
their owner few days after the show
closed. Notwithstanding the fact that
the animals we're given light food
while on exhibition, the boar tipped
the beam at 6s7 pounds, and the SOW
at $40 pounds These splendid porkers
are as fine as can be found in Oregon,
and were greatly admired by the
visitors to the Dallas livestock show.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
A RUSSIAN CHRISTMAS rHEE

"A star shaped paper lantern 10 repre-
sent the star OF the east" another car
rles on his back n miniature theater.
on the stage OF which puppet perform
nnces like Punch and Judy shows
are given az every farmhouse where
the motley pageant halts
The modern Christmas tree comes 10
us from Germany. the Iule log from
Scandinavia, Santa Claus from IL
land and the Christmas stocking from
France. but the Christmas turkey-ah.
that IS Americas contribution Il the
worlds stock OF Christmas cheer, But
there il one part OF the world where
the people are afraid TO eat turkey. In
Armenia II would be too much Ike
treason TO their cruel ruler, the Turk.
II they do venture TO eat the fowl they
call II Egyptian hen" Down In Egypt
they name It Indian hen" Thus both
Armenians and Egyptians save them
selves from Hoslem vengeance Pitts
burg Dispatch
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
RECITISG THE JABBERwoCK.

a funny little woman, with big head
and little feet. which rested on the
table, but with no arms.
The sister, however. supplied the
arms This sister stood Just behind,
entirely covered with dark cloak the
same color almost as the wall paper,
so that she was not ut all noticeable.
and thrust her arms from behind
through the sleeves OF the first girls
gown, the sleeves being made open
behind for that purpose.
The first girl then recited The Jab-
berwock." from alice In Wonderland
while the girl behind did the gesturing,
which, OF course, looked as II II were
all done by the arms OF the funny little
woman. Hands feet and head were
kept constantly I'm motion, the hand OF
the second girl going TO the ear OF the
girl in front as though listening. and
performing other appropriate and
graceful gestures all the time. AS an en-
core the funny little woman" danced a
skirt dance TO the music OF the piano.
This. OF course, was more difficult and
took lot OF practice beforehand. but
the delight occasioned by this unique
entertainment was well worth the
time spent in bringing II 10 perfection.
Exchange
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
TWO GIVEN LIFE SENTENCES.
concon and kirwin CT Cetroit Given
the Limit.

Detroit. Mich. Dec Prison for
life rs the sentence melted ont 20 two
Detroit prisoners - Jacob Dussold
alias Jonn Condor to Marquette for
he murder Of Bartender William Her
mann In GratiOt avenue saloon d
couple Of months ago and Joseph Kir.
win TO the house OF correction for rob
berry on the high seas on the steamer
Western States. Judge Phelan Of the
recorders court imposed the sentence
upon Dussold and Judge Swan Of the
United States district court on Kirwin.
Kirwn was charged with breaking
into The stateroOm If Mrs Adele NJ
b. Sweeting of Jackson Mich. on the
steamer Western States Sept 10 last.
lie chokcd and chloroformed her and
robbed her Of diamonds and $40 in
cash.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09

The dinner table itself should pro-
claim the season by its decoration. A
snowy cloth patterned with holly leaves
or mlstletoc. centerpiecc OF glossy
holly leaves and brilliant berries, sill
yer candelabra and silver bonbon
dishes are appropriate and dignified.
Flat wreaths OF holly tied with bows
OF berry" red ribbon are very effec-
tive on the table. one in the center and
one encircling each candelabrum. A sill
yer or cut glass bowl OF holly and
meteor roses or holly and mistletoe
may be set In the wreath 10 com
plete the centerpiece. The outline
OF the Christmas star may be used
instead OF the wreaths. In this case
the bows OF ribbon are omitted. And
for the guest cards either bells. stars.
plum buildings. holly or Ivy leaves. cut
out and painted and ornamented with
Christmas verse or greetings, are APP
proprlate. and little silk stocking OF
bonbons may be laid by each card ms
a souvenir
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
New Church Dedicated.

Battle Creek. Micl. Dec. 5.-Battlc
Creeks newest church 81 Paul's Eng
lish Lutheran. was dedicated last
night. Rev G. G.. Heckert ID. d.. presi-
dent OF Wiiteuberg college. Spring
field. O.. preaching ire dedicatOry ser
mon before a large crowd The church
IS on Illinois street in the new Post
addition. who're many working families
reside Saturday night Rev f J. How
ard was installed aS pastor by Or
Heckcrl. Kev C. r. Rice Of Elkhart
Ind delivering the charge Tonight
al the clerSymen in The CITY VIII unite
IN a closing service Of the dedicatoyy
exercises
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
Chrfst's birthday.

There is something akin 10 sadness
in the fact that In tracing the origin OF
many OF our church festivals we find
II IN pagan celebrations antedating the
Christian era There is nothing GER
tain even about the birthday OF Christ.
Some authorities assert that Deem
Der was in the dry season. when shep-
herds were on duty day and night. In
the controversy over the date, extend
ing from December 20 May. Pope Ju-
Illus C337-352) had an investigation
made by ST Cyril and was satisfied
that the 18th Of December was correct.
1t was 80 established in the Roman
church. and before the end OF the
fourth century the dictum was uni
versally accepted. Boston Herald
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
WIVES ON CHRISTMAS TREES
Strange Christmas Customs THAI
Prevail In Parts of Russia.

OF all Christmas tree customs, one OF
the strangest prevails In parts OF Rus
sia. 4 gift tree is set up in the village
on the branches Of which roost young
unmarried women. cloaked and hooded
and yelled SO that their identity is con.
cealed. The SWANS are admitted one
by one, just as they are in our familiar
American game OF ''spat I'm, spat out
Each as he enters lifts veil-of course
AT random-and the face thus disclos
ed belongs TO his future wife. The act
OF lifting the veil betroths the couple
the penalty for breaking the engage
ment being a heavy fine TO be paid int
the village treasury.
Another Russian custom Is Il process
sion OF children dressed I'm fantastic
animal costumes. one boy holds alof'
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
To Beauty Kalamazoo.

Kalamazoo. Mich. Dec THE Kali
lnazoO BOARD OF trade has announced
rs intention OF cooperating with the
Civic Improvement league. an organi-
zation composed OF leading women OF
the city. which has been very success
fu. in the work. OF improving the APP
pearancc OF the streets and alleys Of
he city The board has appropriated
he sum Of $3.50 10 interest the chill
dren OF the schools in the identifying
4 lawns by The growing Of flowers.
The money will be given In prizes for
essays on civic improvement along
these lines
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
R,Ia. when you Rest

II We could only really relax we
would rest more in ten minutes than
IN hours OF so called resting with tense
muscles. have heard women say
after lying down an hour that they
were more tired than they ware before.
No wonder. The muscles were unre-
Taxed. When you rest, relax, or there
Will be no rest Let the bed or couch
or chair support the entire weight OF
the body. Imagine that you have not
the power 10 lift finger. Loosen the
tension. and in few moments you
will feel renewed strength. The one
thing that American housekeepers need
TO learn most OF all Is the power TO re-
lax-mentally as well "a physically. -
National Magazine
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1904-12-09
Queen Trims Her own Hats.

Perhaps the most perfectly gowncd
royal lady in Europe Is Queen Alex
andra. Her majesty Inherited the
talent from her mother. the late queen
Of Denmark, and her early training
taught her to understand what 10 be
coming Not only Is her majesty un-
erring in her good taste when choosing
what Is suitable. but she is also able
20 trim her own hats and bonnets. and
often makes some subtle change in the
hcadgear sent 10 her This gives II an
originality not seen in the work Of =
paid milliner Town and Country.