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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
The Earliest Mummers.

MummIng IL derived from the Dan.
ish mumme. mask, disguise. and
took It's origin from the ancient Roman
Saturnaiia. In early English times II
was the custom TO indulge In burlesque
sports after dinner on Christmas day,
when masked performers, called mum!
mers, would disport before the assem-
bled guests. This custom Is still kept
up In some parts Of England, specially
In Northamptonsh!re, where the vii
layers 60 about during the Christmas
holidays from house to house, person.
ating several ridiculous characters In
their mock play.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
ReIiefn Ahnut Waves.

The Persians believe that the waves
Of the Persian gulf are caused by air
entering caves which have subterra.
mean outlets under the ocean. One of
the most curious beliefs Of all-Sone
closely akin to a certain ancient 0rlen'
tai hell bellef-ls that Of the south sea
islanders. According to their notion,
the rolling of the sea is caused by O
thunder god" In old times this
thunder god" killed the chief deity of
the islands and was confined under the
ocean as a punishment. His rolling
with rage causes the waves.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
tlALLeR WAS POLITE.
q story of the Famous Swiss scien.
tiss and His Election.

tist and His Election.
Haller, famous Swiss scientist Of
.he eighteenth century, was once well
rewarded for his politeness to a fellow
sraveler. Some scientists find II hard
20 take an interest In anything except
their own specialties. 1t was not so
with Haller. His fellow traveller was
} good woman from Berne. The con.
tersatlon fell naturally upon the COM
modify for which Berne is noted
cakes.
The Berne dame said with pride that
she could make fourteen kinds Of
cakes.
What was her surprise and delight
when Haller asked her how she made
them! She eagerly began recital,
with copious explanations, of those
fourteen recipes, and she had good
listener
Perhaps Haller regretted his rash
question, but he did not show II. He
listened patiently and smilingly to the
end. and he and the Bernese woman
parted very good friends, though he
had hardly spoken q word. 1t is safe
to say that in all his scientific re-
searches he had not learned so much
about the combination of butter and
sugar and eggs.
Some time afterward he was elected
to an important political office. From
some quarters he received an unex-
pectcd number Of votes. Then he
found out that bis Bernese cakemaking
friend had been SO impressed with the
intelligence and ability of her fellow
traveller that when she heard he was
running for office she gave her rela-
tiyes, friends and acquaintaDces DO
peace OF mind until she had secured
their promise to vote for him.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
Musical Fish of Ceylon.

Every bay and inlet on the coast of
Ceylon abounds with musical fish.
Their song. II 1t can be called song. lie
not one sustained note Ike birds, but
a multitude OF tiny, soft, sweet sounds.
each clear and distinct In itself, some
thing like the vibrations OF wineglass
when its rim Is rubbed with the mois-
tened finger. In the harbor at Bonn.
bay, India, there is fish with song
like the sound produced by an aeonan
harp.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
A cauafie RefOFf.

Prince Herbert Bismarck had the rep,
utation of having a decidedly brusque
manner in society. Once at royal re.
eeption be bumped roughly against an
italian prelate, who looked at him in
dignantly. "You evidently don't know
who am" said the German prince
haughtily. II am Herbert RLsmarck."
"Oh," answered the prelate, IF that
doesn't amount to an apology 1t Is Ger.
tainly a perfect explanation"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

Eyes. my boys got a position In q
bank, and he's going to be president
Of that institution some day"
bright, ehY'
"Well, sir, he can sign his name 30
that no one can possibly make out the
signature. e."-Philadelphla Ledger.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
Easy Money.

what are you thinking 50 hard
aboutF
81 was Just trying TO figure out the
percentage of rich people there would
he in the world If fault finding paid."-
Chicago Record Herald.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

Mrs. Fondmar-DoctOr, my daughter
sits and gazes into that mirror for
hours at a time. can't get her to
take exercise. DR.. Bruff-Well, ! pre-.
scribe another mirror at the other end
Of the room.-C Chicago Journal.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
nixidinR The Task.

Lottie-Oh, well-let's kiss and make
up. Dottie-All right, dear I'll do the
kissing. but you've had more expert
ence with the other part of the pro
gramme.-Cleveiand Leader.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

'I've had q very successful season"
said the prosperous looking theatrical
manager.
We'll. you can thank your stars for
that" replied the seedy looking man.
Ager.-Y Yonkers Statesman.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
IncitinR TO Perjury.

Lawyer-Did the defendant to your
knowledge eve, incite another to per-
jury? Witness-Yes. Once ] heard
him ask a woman her age.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

ITO what do owe the pleasure Of
meeting you here. Miss snappyT
1.-The fact that did not see you com.
ing, Mr. Sappy."-Houston Post
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

WANrED-AN INDUSTRIOUS LADY
or gentleman to canvass for u Bank,
ing Investment. For particulars call
at d5i Commercial street Thursday and
Friday between | L. NJ. and 230 L. NJ,
c. u. BROWN, Agent,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
CALL FOR BIDS.
SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE,

SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE,
ceiyed- at the Astoria National Bank,
until July Is, at 2 P. NJ, for the con-
struction, mason work, painting, plumb
ing and electric wiring for addition 10
the First NJ. E. church, Astoria, Oregon.
Information at Office Of Ferguson and
Houston, Architects.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
MILK DEALERS.

If you VALUE YOUR HEALTH
You will demand PURE MILK, Fresh
From Healthy Cows.
1t Is our aim 10 supply tie need. Our
Us, while newcomers are recommended
regular patrons continue 10 deal with
to our milk depot by knowing friends.
Morning or night delivery.
THE sLooP.JEFFERs CO., 10th and
Duane streets.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
TYPEw RITERS.
CANNING MACHINERY FOR SALE.

COMPLETE SALMON CANNERY OuT
fit, especially adapted for fall pack
ing. Capacity $50 to 400 cans per day,
Apply to +. 7. Kendall, Room 8, Ham.
ilton Bldg. Portland. Oregon.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14


OFFICE CONSTRUCTING QUARTER,
master, Astoria, ore.n July S, 1905
Sealed proposals in triplieate. will be
received at this office until 10 o'clock, A.
NJ, july 20, 1905, and then opened, for
electric light fixtures. and installing ex.
terror and interior lighting systems at
Fort Stevens, Ore. uuitcd States re-.
serves the right TO reject any or all
proposals. Plans can be seen and spec,
itlcations obtained at this Office. In.
formation furnished on application. En-,
Selopes should be marked, Proposals
for electric work" and addressed Cap
tain Goodale, Qnartcrmaster, Astoria
Oregon.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
HOUSES WANTED.
UNFURNIsHED OFFICE ROOMS.

FOR RENT-THREE OFFICE ROOMS
en- suite, one front. Pythian Build.
ing. Apply at DR.. Vaughn's Office in
Building.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
QUICK RETURN COLUMNS.
Situations Wanted Advertisements Inserted
Twice Without Charge.
HELP WANTED.

WANTED GIRLS II TROY LAuN
dry,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

GIRL WANTED-FOR GENERAL
housework. Apply to the office Of the
Astorian.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14
LOST AND FOUND.
LOST FRoM ME RooM oF ME oAl

LOST FROM THE BOOM OF THE OAK
Point riling and Lumber Co., between
sth and 18th OF June, twenty one tone
setl Of boom sticks and chain. Chain
was branded G, X. d, Co., and sticks
have the letter ~ chopped in the sap,
with the bar parallel with sticks
Please notify the above company or the
Columbia River Door Company. Rainier
Oregon. -.... ,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

WANTED GIRL FOR H0uSEW0Rk.
Mrs, X. osburn, 100 Irving Avenue.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

WAITRESS WANTED-~ArPLY AT
Cole house.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

WANTED SITUATION OR WORK
wanted at washing, ironing or house.
cleaning. Address, 64l Kensington av.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

WANTED-A HousEkEEPER BY A
man and boy. State wages wanted
References exchanged Address, House.
keeper" care OF the Astorian.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-07-14

WANTED POSITION AS CASHIER
or other lucrative work by capable
woman. References, +. +. Tanner, care
Astorinn.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
Toxic Is Rejoicing.

Toxic, March 9.-Noon.-Ffeld Mar
Shal Oyama in an order directing the
pursuit of the retreating Russians yes
terday, prohibited his troops from en-
tering Mukden in masses, in order
to preserve the respect of the TOmbs
and sacred places of the Imperial Chi
nese household, and to protect the
welfare of the inhabitants.
Although the actual success gained
by the Field Marshal Oyama's army
is unknown, Toxic is already celebrat.
ing the victory. Flags are going UP
all over the city and crowds are on
the streets, crowds are buying the eX.
ira editions of the local papers, and
congratulations are pouring into the
office of the minister of war and to the
army staff headquarters.
It is rumored that General Kuropat.
kin's retreat has been partly cut off,
insuring heavy losses of supplies and
the capture of many prisoners; but
this it is impossible to conform.
An official announcement of the re.
suit of the Field Marshal Oyama's pur'
suit of the Russians is expected here
later today.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
Strike In Southern Russia.

st. Petersburg, March "a tele-
gram from Ekatorinoslav, South Rus
sia, says that five miners have been
killed and Is wounded in a conflict be-
tween strikers of the Shoerbinoff
mines and the Auerbach quicksilver
mines and soldiers in the district of
Bakhmult. The strikers started loot
ing and the troops threatened to shoot.
The former thereupon fired at the sol
diers with revolvers and also threw
stones at them, whereupon the troops
fired a volley, and order was restored
Revolutionary disorders have broken
out at Smolensk, Middle Russia. Bands
of demonstrators are marching
through the streets carrying red flags.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
ST. Petersburg In Gloom.

ST. Petersburg, March $3.50 p,
ma veil is drawn over the progress
of General Kuropatkin's heroic effort
to extricate his beaten army, but the
general staff insists that while he has
been defeated, yet there has been NO
disaster. The peril of the whole
army especially of the rear guard, is
admitted and Mukden may have been
evacuated during last night, although
nothing definite has been received on
this point. Yesterday General Bill
sderling's army which has held the cen
ter, fell back on the Hun river cling
ing all day desperately to Madiapu al
the Apex southwest of the city.
General Nogi, according 70 the --latest
authentic Russian reports has already
reached a point opposite the station Of
7Souhaitai, halfway between Mukder
and Tie Pass, but 1t is believed thai
his left is swinging still further nortf
for a blow at the line of communica
tion which would realize Field Mar
shal Oyama's plan for closing the iro1
ring. The Toxic report that the rail
road Is actually cut is not confirmed
here the telegraph Office on the con
trary declaring that communication
with General Kuropatkin is still open.
The losses already exceed those o
ANY battle of the war.
While the defeat of Kuropatkin ha
revived the talk of peace it is too earl
yet to measure it's full effect. If Ku
1ropatkin succeeds in drawing off hi
army no matter how badly shattere
sthe war office insists that the situatio,
will be unchanged.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
DEFENSE RESTS THEIR CASE.
The Trial of Mrs. Chadwick Occupie.
the Time of Federal Court.

the ITH1S OF + ES0SFal court.
Cleveland, March 9.-The defense
in the Chadwick case rested its case
shortly before II o'clock this morning
T. c. Doolittle, the bookkeeping ex.
pert called yesterday, was the first wit
ness for the defense occupied the wit.
ness stand when the trial was re
sumed. He testified that the entries
of $4,000 and $4,000 on the books of
the Oberlin bank under date of Nov
3, 1903, were items of credit to Mrs.
Chadwick.
Similar entries on the discount reg.
lister showed that the two items were
regarded by the bank as being to the
credit Of Mrs. Chadwick. nov. 16,
1908, the journal showed >the entry of
note of $4,000. This did not ap-
pear in the discount register, but the
journal entry showed, according to the
witness, that Mrs. Chadwick was en-
titled on that day to $4,000 either in
cash or credit. Other entries on that
date showed that an item of $4,000
was deposited though it was not speci
fed by whom. If the cash or certi-
fed check was given Mrs. Chadwick
on that day the entries were entire
and covered the transactions in prop
er manner.
This evidence was directly opposed
to the testimony OF Assistant Cashier
Avery, and Receiver Lyon OF the Ober-
lin bank, who said that Mrs. Chadwick
had neither money nor credit at the
bank at the time any Of the certified
checks were issued.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
Tennessee Legislature Adjourns.

Nashville, Tenn, March 9.-The
Tennessee legislature adjourned soon
after it was called to order today out
of respect to Senator Bate. 1t was de-
cided during the brief session to elect
Senator Bates successor on March 21
Senator Bate, who was elected last
fall to succeed himself, his term ex.
piring March 4, had, therefore, just
entered upon new term. Governor
Frazier, former Governor Robert L.
Taylor, and Hon. Benton McMillin
are mentioned to succeed Mr.. Bate
but the impression prevails that the
legislature will decide upon Governor
McMillin. The governor, who was
General Bates most active opponent
during the last campaign, withdrew in
favor of Senator Bate with the under
standing that should Senator Bate re
tire that he (McMillin) would become
lhe candidate.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
POLICE LOOKING FOR MOTIVE.
For the Poisoning of Mrs. Stanford,
Who Died Recently in Honolulu.

For the Poisoning of Mrs. Stanford,
Who Died Recently in Honolulu.
San Francisco, March 9.-Though
they still deem the proof of murder in
conclusive, the poice of this city are
trying to find possible motive for the
poisoning of Mrs. Stanford. With this
end in view they are making a minute
investigation into the stories of house
hold intrigues told by Beverly, the
former butler, and Elizabeth Rich
mond, the former maid of Mrs. Stan
ford, who now lives in Beverly's home
at San Mateo.
1t is believed that among the stories
of quarrels and graft" formed the mo-
tive for the murder.
Albert Beverly, the former butler,
has, it is said, made u statement to
the police to the effect that by means
of "rake-downs" and commissions he
had grated about S2,100. He re-
interates his story that he divided his
'rake-down" with Miss Bernier, Mrs
Stanford's secretary, and that her
share amounted to between $1,000 and
$1,1Q0
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
RUSSIANS IN CALIFORNIA.
Emigrants Were Landed by Mistake in
South American Republic.

South American Republic.
Los Angeles, Cal, March 9-It is
reported that party of 20 Russian
emigrants on their way from Russia
to Los Angeles have been landed from
a steamer at Buesnos Ayres, Argentine
republic, by mistake.
Among the number are said to be
several families, the agents of whici
preceded them to Los Angeles, arriving
some weeks ago and are now awaiting
the arrival of the women and chill
dren. The mistake was made, it is
stated, by the emigration agent in Rus
sia, who booked the party for the
wrong port.
The condition of the unfortunate
Russians who are all Of the lower
classes, interior Russians, is said to
be pitiable.
The local Russian colony is much
presented by the citizens of Galveston
have taken steps to have the emigrants
re-embarked and brought to this city
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
MARQUIS AnnIesy pyino.

New York, March 9.-The Marquis
of Anglesy is, according to an Ameri
can dispatch from Monte Carlo, dying
there from consumption. His condi
ton took a sudden turn for the wros'
Wednesday and it was reported tina
he could live but a short time. Tht
marquis, who was born in 1875, attract
ed much attention after succeeding t.
his title through his lavish expendi
lures on Jewels and theatricals. No
long ago he was thrown into Bank
ruptcy with liabilities aggregatin.
nearly $4,000, 600.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
Woman Asks for Mercy.

Lynchburg, Va, March 9.-Mrs.
SalIe M. Hanna, who administered
rough on rates to a family of six per-
sons because the family had given shell
ter to the husband of the prisoner,
whom she had run away from home
appeared in court, waived trial by jury
and threw herself on the mercy of the
court. The judge announced that
he would take the matter under ad
visement, and it is probable that he
will hear the evidence in the case at
an early date
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
Senate Adiourns out Of Respect

After a session of seven minutes the
senate adjourned at 1901 p. m. today
out Of respect to the memory of the
late Senator Bate.
In the absence of MIR. Carmack
(Tenn), Mr.. German brought the SEN
ate. He said:
Il am charged with the duty Of an
nouncing the death of Hon. w. B.
Bate, late a senator from Tennessee.
He died at his hotel at o'clock this
morning, and the end came after a
brief illness. This is not the time
for eulogy, but l will add that he
met the dread messenger with the
same calmness and Christian fortitude
which had characterized his conduct
throughout a long and eventful ca
reer."
Mr.. German then presented the
usual resolutions of regret at Sena-
tor Bates death. The resolutions
also directed the appointment of COM
mittee of twelve senators to make ar
rangements for the deceased senator S
funeral in the senate chamber at
p. M, tomorrow, authorized the exten-
sion of invitations to the president,
the members of his cabinet, the SUI
preme court of the United States, the
diplomatic corps, the ranking officers
of the navy and the army and the
house of representatives and direct
ed the sergeant at arms to escort the
remains to Senator Bates former
home at Nashville, Tenn, for inter
ment
In accordance with this resolution
the vice president announced the follow
ing committee:
Mossrs. Carmack, Morgan, Proctor,
Blackburn, Alger, Daniel, Berry, For
aker, Mallory, Spooner, Culberson and
Scott
On motion Of Mr. Mallory the senate
then adjourned IS further mark OF
! respect
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
Iron Works Strike Settled.

Chicago, March 9.-The strike at
the Republic Iron and steel mills at
West Chicago, has been settled and
1000 men vii 60 back to work today
A compromise agreement was made by
arbitration The men were defeated
in their efforts to secure a raise of a
cent and half an hour In wages.
but succeeded in getting the old seven
and half hour scale back
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
Neoro Fuoitive CAPTURED.

Montgomery, Ala, March 9.-Ar-
chic Lumpkin, the negro ferryman,
alleged to have shot T. c. Little, a
prominent white farmer of Talassee,
has been captured by Sheriff Robbins,
of Elmore county. The negro is now
in jail at Wetumpka The shooting
occurred Monday 1t is said that the
negro had some words with Mr.. Little
and ex-Sheriff Dan Mccoy, of Elmore,
who desired to be transported across
the river in the negros ferry, when
the negro pulled his gun and shot Mr..
Little. Mr.. Little is said not to b9
seriously injured.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
Fatality Narrowly Averted.

New York, Feb. 17.-At fancy bal
given in Dublin by Lord Greenville
the Duchess of Marlborough narrowly
escaped a perilous accident, according
to an American dispatch from Lon
don. A burning cigarette, which hat
been dropped upon the floor, came
contact with the Duchess fluffy tuille
skirt and in moment her clothing
was in flames. Viscount Crichtor
tore off his coat and smothered the
flames, so that the Duchess was no
even scorched.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10
SENATOR BATE OF
TENNESSEE DEAD
Succumbs to Death After a Few
Days Sickness.
MEMBER OF SENATE 1s YEARS
The Body Will Be Buried at Nashville.
Tennessee Legislature Adiourns Out
of Respect for Hin1-WiI Name His
Successor This Session.

Washington, March 9.-United
States Senator Brimage Bate, of Ten
nessee, twice governor of his state,
a veteran of both the. Mexican and civ
il wars, rising from private to major
general in the latter and for Is years
conspicuous member of the upper
house of congress, died at his hotel
apartments in this city today, aged 73
years. Death was due to pneumonia
and defective heart.
Senator Bate attended the fnaugur-
alton ceremonies ON March 4, and his
death is believed to be due primarily
to exposure on that occasion, as he
suffered a slight chill on that day He,
however, continued his official duties
and occupied his seat in the senate
last Tuesday. He became suddenly
i'll at the dinner table that evening
and Immediately called for a physi-
clan. He was put to bed and his con
dition was recognized as serious De-
spite the efforts of his physician he
became steadily worse and all hope
for his recovery was given up yester-
day. His lungs, however, showed i'm
provement, and it is probable he would
have recovered but for the weakness
of his heart, which is attributed not
only to his advanced age, but the seri-
Gus strain to which it had been sub
jected by a long-standing asthmatic
condition.
Senator Bate was entirely conscious
until his death Besides the widow,
two daughters, Mrs. Thomas F. Mas
ten, of Tennessee, and Mrs. Childs, of
Los Angeles, survive the senator A
brother, Captain Bate, of Tennessee,
and a sister, Mrs. Harris, of California,
were sent for but were unable to reach
here before his death.
Senator Bates remains will be TAX
en- to his old home at Nashville, and
will be inferred in Mount Olive ceme-
terry there.
An official funeral will be held in
the chamber tomorrow at o'clock,
and the remains of the late senate
will be taken to Tennessee tomorrow
evening
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1905-03-10

New Chwang, via Tien Tsin, March
st is reported here that Tie Pass
has been invested by the Japanese and
that General Kuropatkin, having no
alternative, will probably be forced to
surrender within a week.
The Russians have not been rein
forced from the direction of Harbin
since March l.
General Nogi's army made forced
march of 25 miles daily and action in
conjunction with General Oku's army
surrounded $4,000 Russians in the di-
rection of Tie Pass and cut off their
supplies.
The hurrying Japanese armies
passed a division of Russians without
giving it any attention until the en-.
veloping movement was completed,
when they crushingly attacked the
Russians on all sides.