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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

Saturday night the annual cont est
between members of the Ciceronian
and Parthenian literary societies was
held. The struggle was for a prize
of twenty dollars offered by Mrs. J.
G.. KDutti, and the points to bejudged
upon were defamation, essay, Grafton
and debate. The Ciceronians were
the victors, winning 70 points to 30
for the Parthenians and getting $l4
of the prize money. The contestants
in defamation were Ethel Walter,
c. L. s., and Bessie Butler, P. L. S.,
the latter winning with her selection
For Thesis Sake" The essays were
individual Powers" by Ada Knode
c. L. s., and THE Napoleon Of the
South" by Randolph Moler, P. L. S.
The former was the winner. The ora
tions were both excellent, the subjects
being 1.-The New South, by Lester
Miller, P. L. S., and "The Ideal
Statesman" by Joseph l. Triplett, c,
L. S. Mr.. Miller won the contest,
this being the only honor captured
by the Parthenians. The debate was
on the question: Resolved, That
japanese success in the present war
with Russia would be productive of
more good to civilization than would
Russian success" J. Hugh Miller,
C. l.. S., took the affirmative, and won
over the negative, by John W. Link,
P. L. S. The partisans Of the two
societies were all anxiety to hear the
decision of the judges, who were Prof.
L. L. Friend, Of Keyser, State Sena-
tor William Campbell, of Charles
Town, and Mr.. G. W. Boyer, Of Mar
tinsburg. The decision was announced
by Mr.. Campbell in an appropriate
speech, and when he had finished the
Ciceronians sent up great whoops oil
joy. A large audience enjoyed the
programme. The prize essay on Tax
ation" was won by E. A. Kaech, and
he received the ten dollars offered by
Senator Campbell.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

Tuesday night the elocution depart
ment, directed by Miss Stier, gave its
entertainment. The programme was
very enjoyable one. Those who re-
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

The road levy was laid al p capt.
tation and in Charles Town District
80 cents on the 500 of property;
Middleway, % cents; Kabletown, 20
cents; Shepherdstown, 80 cents Har-
per's Ferry, 20 cents.
Tax Of 80 cents on each male dog,
81 on second, $3.50 on third, and fifty
cents additional for each extra dog,
and 81 on each female dog, s. on Sec
ond and So for third, and 81 add.
tional gip.
Sheriff Billmyer presented a state
ment for the last fiscal year.-9PirH
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09
ScrofuLd

Few are entirely free from it.
1t may develop 50 slowly as 20 cause
little il any disturbance during the whole
period Of childhood
It may then produce irregularity Of the
stomach c.d bowels, dyspepsia, catarrh.
and marked tendency 10 consumption
before manifesting itself in much c1taneous
eruption or glandular swelling
Ii is best TO be sure that you are quite
free from it, and for its complete eradica-
ton you can rely on
Hoods JarSGpGriiLG
The best of all medicines for al humors-
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

The exercises were resumed Tues
day morning, when the senior class
day was held in the new auditorium.
The various members of the class por-
trayed the humorous side of school
life and had "their say" about the
faculty. The welcome address was
delivered by the president, NJ. K.
Rightstine. PR. Moler gave a histo-
ry of the class and their trials and
tribulations during the four years at
Shepherd College. Miss Elizabeth
Butler, who had invoked the aid Of
the muse, told of the future success
and attainments Of her classmates.
]. I. Triplett, Jr., painted in eloquent
terms a scene in future yearsin which
his classmates would participate. The
artist, j. H. Miller, and the grumbler,
J. w. Link, entertained the audience
highly with their productions. Vivid
pen pictures of the faculty by Miss
Ada Knode made that august BODY
feel somewhat uncomfortable. a poem
was read by Miss Louise Anna Sny,
der, which expressed some beautiful
sentiments. D. H. Hill read the las
will and testament Of the class, anc
the mascot-a real, live pig, adorned
with a bow of red ribbon, was present
ed to the Junior Class by E. H. Hill
1t was received by j. L. Miller, in be
half of his class, amidst squeals Of dis
approval by the quadruped. Th'
class song was then sung and the elias
yell given. Class day is one of thu
most interesting and enjoyable fea
lures of commencement, and this on
was no exception.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

The annual sermon to the gradual
ing class was delivered Sunday morn
ing by Bishop Gravatt, Of Charles
Town. His text was, 81 Fear God, u
and the discourse, was an able and
helpful one, which was appreciatively
received by the large audience. Two
selections were rendered by a quar-
tette composed of Misses Pendleton
and Beethoven and Messrs. Knuttl
and Muldoou, and Strother Pendleton
sang THE Holy City" The Scripture
lesson was read by Rev. A. H. Nc
Kinley, prayer was offered by Rev.
Joseph E. Guy, and Bishop Gravatt
pronounced the benediction.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

II ~ "THE PAIN KING"

Those cutting pains witnessed the intense
suffering Rheumatism torture and that it is right
II called King Of Pain"
suddenly seized with the most excrucia
the body being torn
asnnd weeks months when
change weather damp chilly winds night
air brings on attack lasting perhaps and leaving the
constitution crippled and doed for all time
the blood the of form and
Muscular, Arular Acute Chronic luhmmoy
and Sac and purified before there
end YOUR aches and pains applications the Of nmnts and
p temporary relief but such treatmentdoes not reach
diseased blood but S. the greatest OF all
blood Rheumatism by antdoting and neu
poisonous building weak and sluggish blood 1t
safeand reliablein all forms Of Rheumatism tmakes
NN ~ acid blood rich, and the pain tortured
W. ~ and joints relieved ta shattered nerves
oOol made strong and
toned up the of this great vegetable remedy
physicians will furnish with
out charge any desired and will mail free book
Rheumatism. TIE SWIFT SPECIFIC CO., ATLANTA Ca.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

cited, and they all performed most
creditably, were Miss Vanessa Triplett,
John D. May, Miss Elizabeth Cady,
Miss Elizabeth Butler and John
W. Link. Miss Helen Link sang
a solo with much sweetness, and
Miss Imogene Morgret played bril-
liant piano solo. Perhaps the clev-
crest thing on the programme was a
monologue, Village Gossip" by Miss
Louise McKeever. Miss McKeever
was inimitable, and her perfect rem
dition brought down the house. a
sketch, The Other Woman" was a
thoroughly enjoyable ending to the
programme, the parts being admira-
bly, taken by Mrs. Knutti and Miss
Stalnaker.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

The music of the Shepherd College
orchestra at the exercises during the
past week has been very enjoyable.
Prof J. D. Muldoon is the director,
and he has organized most credita-
bic orchestra. The members play
with spirit, and their efficient work
has added greatly to the exercises
The college band, also, has been a very
enjoy BILE feature of commencement
week. Combined with the town band,
they have made the welkin ring and
have helped keep up the enthusiastic
school spirit that has prevailed the
past week. Prof. Muldoou Is the lead
er of this band also. A serenade to
Governor White Wednesday evening
was enjoyed and appreciated.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

Monday night the recital of the
music department was held, in charge
of Miss Pendleton. The storm that
prevailed prevented the people from
attending generally, and also inter
fered with the programme. Those
who took part in the exercises ac-
Quilted themselves very creditablY.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1904-06-09

On Wednesday afternoon the annual
business meeting Of the Alumni Asso-
citation was neld, and the following
officers were elected for the ensuing
year:
Presidents J. Hodges, '93.
Vice-President-May Hoffman, "a
Recording Secretary-H. L. Winter
meyer, 81.
Corresponding Secretary-Lucy
Schoppert, 81.
Treasurer-Almira Marten, 90
Executive Committee-May Hof,
man, F. L. Weltzheimer, II. c. Miller
Music Committee-Almira Marten
Lucy Beethoven, Z H Spohn.
The following persons were elected
to participate in the exercises next
year Orator, w. H Leavell, Louis
Vile, KY, alternate, R. S. Hubbard
Philadelphia, Pa ; Essayist, Genevievt
Rig tstine, Shepherdstown, alternate
Sallie Wysong, Shepherdstown ; His
torian for class of 81, Mrs. & & d.
Clipp, Kabletown, alternate, W. R
Hill, Romney.
At night the exercises in the audi.
forum were very much enjoyed by a
large audience. An interesting essay
intellectual Pleasures, was read by
Miss Bessie Licklider, and Mr. W J
Knott delivered an excellent oratior
on Time and Learning.
After these exercises were over the
members of the Alumni repaired t.
the Parthenian society hall, where
sumptuous repast was served. Thu
following persons responded to toasts
| Miss Ella Kelsey on The Past
MissAlmira Marten, on The Present,
and Prof JIG Kuutti on"The Future
A pleasant evening was spent, ano
many happy recollections will dwell
in the memories of those present.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

For several months past there has
been more or less talk Of an effort to
divide the city into four wards. Al
the present time there are three wards.
The First Is greater In population and
taxable property than the Second and
Third combined. The Third ward Is
by far the smallest In the city. and
casts fewer votes than precinct No. /
Of the First. II is felt by those who
advocate another ward that the section
Of the city now included in the First
ward Ii Untitled to more than three
representative In the council. At the
meeting Of the council Monday night.
while discussing street matters, Coun-
Gilman Hansen OF the First ward in
timated that he would favor dividing
his ward. The exponents OF the idea
have ample argument to advance In
favor Of their plan, and It is Just pos
sible some such action may be taken
ere long.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Work on the new ship yards for the
Columbia River Packing Association is
progressing rapidly. The yards, when
completed, will accommodate eight
boats at time. The launch El Hurd
is now on the ways undergoing extern
slve repairs. The boat is being re-
built fore and aft, and viii be equip
ped with new shoe and overhauled
generally. In the new yards the boats
will be pulled up on to the ways, in
place Of being lifed by jacks. This
is considered decided improvement,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The Increase In freight offerings for
oriental shipment will mean an extra
steamer out Of the Columbia this
month. It is not certain yet what
steamer will be secured. but 1T will
probably be the Ching wo, of the
China Commercial line. More business
Is coming to the cortland & AsIatic
Company than 1t can handle by It's reg
uiar steamer this month. An effort
was made to get the Algoa for the
trip. but II Is now more than prob
able that the China Commercial liner
will be put on. The Aragonia, which
is scheduled to sail from here october
2s, already has all her space reserv-
ed and several thousand tons more
are already on hand that must be
taken care Of The China Commercial
Company operated line Of steamers
out from this port a year ago, but
the decrease in business caused them
to withdraw from the route.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Copies OF Tuesdays Astorian, con-
tanning the article on Astoria written
by Herman Wise. may be had free at
this Office wrapped and ready for mall
ing. Send In names and addresses
and the papers viii be mailed free.
This Is good opportunity to adver-
tise the city. and It costs you nothing.
Five hundred copies OF the paper were
printed for this purpose. Send in
the names and addresses.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The following Mist (ore.) dispatch
TO the Portland Journal contains some
statements that will doubtless prove
surprising TO Nehalem valley resi-
dents: "The forest fires have about
died out, yet II is hard to estimate
the damage done throughout the Ne
halem valley. More timber has been
dstroyed this season than since the big
fires of 1888 The Deep creek fire,
which started In August. destroyed
much OF the valuable cedar belt on
Deep creek. The timber losses In the
valley reach into the millions"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Miss Hamrlck. who brings such pret-
ty novelties west each season, opens
a display at C. II. cooper's today and
will give free lessons for week when
materials are purchased. Smart de-
signs for waists In the new eyelet and
stelleto work.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

For years Strauss Bros. have been
making clothes for Astoria's best
dressers. A special representative is
In charge OF great display of new
fall woolens at Cooper's store, 1t will
pay you to call and have talk with
Strauss Bros man. He'll give you
some pointers on the proper attire for
this fall.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

to whether or not liquor shall be sold
In city precinct No. /. The precinct
embraces that portion Of the city lying
west of Second street. The election is
to be held In accordance with the pc
tition recently filed by residents OF the
district. There are two saloons west
Of Second street.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The case OF Robert Carruthers vs.,
Alexander Grant and w. w, whip
pie has been compromised. The suit
grew out OF lease Of the schooner Jes-
ale. Mr.. Cafruthers sued for $4,000, and
Il In understood the suit was COM
promised for half the sum named. al
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Beginning on october l6, special
services will be held In the down town
churches during two or three weeks.
Rev. Ray Palmer OF Portland. Will con-
duct the meetings, which will open in
the Presbyterian church. DR.. Palmer
Ii a preacher OF note. and has aroused
great interest In many cities.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Strauss Bros always show elegant
goods for mems tailoring. but this time
they outdo every previous effort as
is evident by the line Of woolens In
the piece now being displayed at c.
H. cooper's store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The boats will be pulled up and then
moved sideways under the sned, the
roof OF which will have to be realised
about 10 feet. Repairs are belnb made
on the roof Of the old Scandinavian
cannery When this work ls complet-
ed the boats which II houses will be
given a general overhaulIng.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

A big timber deal was concluded
yesterday, when deeds we're filed for
record under which Jennie Y. Hood. OF
Saginaw, Mich, sells TO w. M. Bray
1850 acres OF land near Knappa and
wcstport. this county. The considera-
ton was $4,000.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The Astoria Dancing Club viii give
its regular Saturday evening ball on
the evening OF Saturday, October s. at
the Hanthorn hall. A general invi-
tatlon is extended to dancers to at
tend.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The county court Yesterday adjourn
ed until october II. when the matter
OF providing an exhibit for the Lewis
and Clark fair will be called up. The
court win confer with the local com.
mercial bodies and II Ia hoped some
plan can be decided upon before the
adjourned session.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Send names and addresses to this
Office and have copies Of Tuesdays
Astorian containing the Astoria arti-
Gle by Herman Wise mailed 20 any
body you wish, free OF charge-any
number OF copies.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The woman's Club will hold Its first
meeting for the fall at A. o. U. w.
hall on Saturday, october s. at 2:3O
O'Clock. The special features Of the
meeting will be the presidents address
and an informal reception.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Have you seen the new browns and
grays in fall woolens for mems made
to-order pants? You'll find them In
profusion at coopers store In Strauss
Bros extensive ASSORTMENT Of piece
goods. only two days, 30 don't delay
In getting around. You're welcome,
whether you order or not.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The Imperial oyster house is pre-
pared TO furnish shoaiwater bay oys-
ters In quantities OF pints and quarts
to supply the family trade. Colonial
oysters always on hand.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

olof Mortcnscn. aged 10 years. died
yesterday OF consumption at the home
Of his parents In East Astoria. The
funeral will be held tomorrow ana the
interment will be In Greenwood.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

In accordance with instructions from
the treasury department, Collector Of
the Port Robb has caused the flag
to be displayed at half-mast on the
custom house building.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Have your clothes made TO order,
guaranteed TO fit and be measured by
Strauss Bros expert at cooper's store,
today and tomorrow.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

It's quite treat to look at the
new fall line OF woolens now on special
display at cooper's. They'll be there
until Saturday only so don't postpone
seeing them.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Get your pears for canning and
grapes for jelly before they are all
gone. All fresh fruits. vegetables and
groceries are right at the Astoria Gro.
cery 523 Commercial street. Phone
0si.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

For Rcnt-A few unfurnished rooms
over star theater. cheap Apply to
manager Star theater.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The San Francisco Journal says OF
the salmon market: "The market Is
reported quiet for new business. for
Gamers and agents are busy making
deliveries on booked orders. The re-
ceipts of Alaska fall short about 250,-
900 cases compared with the like time
in 1903, but more vessels are due,
yet the receipts when all are in will
fall considerably below that of last
year. New season pack of Alaska's
red guaranteed equal to the very best
was offered in 400 case lot at $1.05
regular I. o. b. ~on the sound, without
finding buyer. II looks as II the trade
are still operating extensively. Eng
lish cables report larger Withdrawals
from warehouse than during the COR
responding time In 1908. 1t is said that
for well known favorite brands 21s is
paid there, but less figure is named
for unknown brands. Pinks, chums
and medium red are comparatively
scarce and strongly held. One party
is placing pinks to preferred buyers
at 70 cents. Packing of conoes up
north is slow on the sound and only
fair on Frazer river. Packing of fall
fish in oregon is still under way"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

Strauss Bros man was kept busy
yesterday showing woolena and taking
measures for mems suits at c. II.
/Coopcr's store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

The county court yesterday order
ed an election on November for the
purpose OF determining the question az
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

See the novelties In brass at th'
Little Book Store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

though there has been no definite an
nounoement ms TO the terms Of th'
settlemnt.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07
Local BrevItIeS,

For Rent---Two furnished rooms for
housekeeping. i66 Tenth street.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

j. Bruce Polworth stoutly denies
that he has changed his politics. Mr.
Polworth was down yesterday from
Cathlamet and in conversation with
representative of the Astorian made
known his position. so far as my
politics is concerned, l am just as
much a democrat as ] ever was" said
Mr.. Polworth. For the past six years
the democratic party of Wahkiakum
county has been knitted by traitors,
with the result that the respectable
element has become thoroughly dis
gusted. There were two possible
courses to pursue. We could have
made fight for the convention,
which would have been ia rec~
ognize the treacherous element, or
we could allow them to DOM
mate affairs and met with defeat.
We choose the latter course. At the
democratic convention but one pre-
cinct - Cathlamet = was represented,
and but seven delegates attended
Honest democrats stayed away from
that gathering. / am assured Mr..
Marshal, the nominee of this conven-
tion for representative, will not accept,
and |. am quite as we'll satisfied that
the whole ticket will so down to de-
feat. After the election this element
of the democratic party will be oblit-
Grated entirely from the political field
of Wahkialxum county. have accepted
the republican nomination for county
attorney only for the purpose Of as
sisting in bringing about the defeat
of the German element Of the party.
believe that I will be elected" Mr..
Polwarth's nomination by the republi-
cans caused some concern among To-
cal democrats, who were led to believe
he had deserted his party. However,
Mr.. Polworth says the emoluments of
the ONCE for which he is runing-$4OO
a yer-are scarcely of enough import
ance to justify any such political fiopl
on his part.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-10-07

For rent--Nine-room house. Inquire
at Astoria National bank.
The Coconino sun., 1904-12-03
N. E. Church.

The pastor will preach in the morn- ing upon the theme, "The Divine Companionship." At night the sub ject will be "rhe Rich Mans Request. There will be special music at each of the services.
 Arrangements are being made for Christmas entertainment, to be given on Friday evening preceding Christ mas day.
 Mrs. Carver was elected president of the "White Shield League" Miss Mary Funston is secretary and Miss Grace Anderson treasurer.
 Our greatest need at present is thriving junior Epworth League. Miss Mary Funston has kindly consented to superintend the society and tomorrow afternoon we will have our first meet ing.
 The Ladies' Aid Society will hold Christmas Bazaar on Tuesday, De- cember 20. Buy your Christmas gifts at the bazaar.
The Coconino sun., 1904-12-03
Weekly Weather Report.

The following weather report is fur nished by A. E. Hackett, in charge of the local office of the weather bureau:
 The week ending December 2d aver aged considerably warmer than usual, the mean temperature, 3S.5 degrees, being 6.5 degrees above the normal. The highest temperature was GA de- grees on November 27th and the low est, Is degrees, on Nov. 29th. A trace of rain on the evening of the 2d was the only precipitation during the week, but l5 inch of rain and snow fell dur ing the night of the 2d. The prevail ing winds were from the north, the average cloudiness was 20 per cent and the average relative humidity B per cent.
 The mean temperature of November was 3S degrees, 0.6 degree above the average for the past years No pre- cipitation occurred during the month.