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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-12-16

sable. As soon as was practicable. the
officers Of the city were informed Of
the death of the chief executive and
due steps were taken by each and all
to mark the grave crisis in municipal
affairs, and the city hall was closed
at once, and its flag PLACED at half
mast
Mayor Suprnants health had not
been Of the ruggedest for some time
past and II was hut few weeks ago
he Was stricken with a fainting spell
and taken TO his homo from his office
in the city hall. but from which he soon
rallied and, TO all appearances, entirely
recovered. The attack from which he
sank on Thursday night was appoplep.
tic in its nature and was due largely TO
poor arterial circulation in the brain;
though its nyags did not. judging
from the posture of the body and the
condition of his bed equipment, sub
ject the victim to any undue agony, a
conclusion Of wonderful comfort to all
who were SO near him, yet unconscious
of his extremity.
II is needless tor the Astorisn TO re-
hearse the multifarious notes Of his
long career in this city; there is no
one unfamiliar with his whole history.
almost from day TO day. so simple and
straightforward has his life been here.
and yet for the sake OF those who may
not be in touch with his long and useful
career, we append the following record
ed items of his long and honorable life
and service in their midst.
A son OF the late Anthony Suprnant,
he was born August Is, ls49. at Glens
Falls, n. Y. On the maternal side, he
is of French origin, his grandfather,
Frederick Suprenant, and his great
grandfather, Ccburt Suprenant, having
been born in France. A political refu.-
gee, Frederick Suprenant came TO Amer
lea in 1918 locating first in Montreal,
Canada, but subsequently removing to
Saint Edwards. where he bought
farm, and was also engaged in the mer-
camille business. He married Miss La
Point, who was of English ancestry,
Brought up in Glens Falls. N. Y,
Joseph W. Saprenant was educated in
the public schools. After the death OF
his father he had TO leave school, be-
Ing one of the older children, and im--
began work, serving as an ap-
prentice for Eve years at the cabinet
makers trade. Subsequently taking up
the carpenters trade, he worked as an
apprentice three years, and was then in
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-12-16

The death Of Mayor Suprenant leaves
the executive functions OF the city un-
der the charter, In the hands OF Council.
man Geo. w. Morton, OF the second ward
and now president Of the council. Upon
the formation OF the new council In
January IL viii be the duty OF that
body to appoint a mayor TO serve until
the next city election In December.
1906, when the elected successor will
serve out the second year Of the dead
mayors term.
The appointee Of the council for next
year has not been named as yet with
anything like iinality, but umor Is
busy with the names OF Herman Wise
DR.. Henderson and other notables OF the
Democratic faith, which party Is now
in complete control OF city affairs. There
is any amount of excellent timber from
that standpoint and IL is not probable
the city will be long without an execu.
tive head, 10 replace the capable and
useful servant Of this public, whosd
record Is here enlarged upon.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-12-16

holy Writ" was soon supplied and the
last citizen of the City-by-the-Sea was
convinced beyond the slightest doubt,
when establishment gave way to genu-
inc and broadcast sorrow over the loss
to his family and the city. But one ex-
preston was heard from all directions,
and from all citizens of whatsoever cali
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-12-16

was instantly summoned and after due
examination reported to the family that
MFR. Suprenant had been dead for some
hours.
The grief Of the family Is very great
and has the distinction of being shared
by the whole community, in so far
as such sacred invasions are permis.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-12-16

Pain may 60 by tho name Of rheu.
matsm. neuralgia, mmhgo. pleursy.
No matter what name the pains are
called. HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain Tea
will drive them away. IS cents Tea or
Tablets. Sold by Frank Hart.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-12-16

Sunday morning neat from St. Mary's
Catholic church, Of which communion
the deceased mayor was a member and
where requiem mass viii bc sung for
repose Of his soui. The entire arrange.
ments were not perfected at late
hour last night. and will be given COM
plete and conspicious report in these
columns tomorrow morning.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-12-16

Early yesterday morning the people
of this city were astounded by the in
telligence that Hon. Joseph w. Supre-
nant. Mayor of Astoria, was dead.
At first the news was scarcely be-
fevable, but eonfrmation "strong as
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1905-12-16
HER CHIEF Citizen
Hon. Joseph W. Suprenant Dies
Very Suddenly.
ASTORIA SHOCKED TO CENTER

Mayor, and Mayor Elect, Found Dead
in His Bed Yesterday Mornicg-His-
tory of His career--Funeral Arrange
ments-Action of Council.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
'PARsIFAL' OPENS SECOND WEEK
Great Drama Continues to Attract
LARGE Audience to BeIasco


The Belasco production Of "Parsifap
which opened it's second week last
evening will undoubtedly continue to
draw crowded houses so long as it
runs. 1t has gained much in, smooth
ness since the opening night and the
actors have adjusted themselves to the
entire story so that each fits into his or
her place in the scenic pictures in the
most effective manner possible.
In undertaking this drama the COM
pany has grappled with one of the
greatest themes the world affords. 1t is
a drama which should have for its best
presentation many months for study
and preparation. Too much can not be
said of the Belasco actors for the mas
terly manner inwhich they have hand
led this play on such short notice;
for their ability and ambition which
rose to the heighth of giving to Los An
geles for the first time the stage story
of "Parsifal." so that 1t impresses the
hearers to the extent it has.
The same extra people continue with
the company this week as last the
extra music being a strong feature of
the performance. The members of the
stock company show much added easi-
ness Of manner.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
MRS. NELLIE K. GORDON
BEGINS PRE-DIV0RCE SUIT

Mrs. Nellie Kennedy Gordon began
her pre-divorce contest yesterday for
$500 month as alimony and $4,000 at
torneys fees.
The preliminary steps of the impend-
ing divorce case, which promises to
abound with sensational allegations, is
now in progress before Judge Conrey in
department of the superior court
Attorneys Gage and Foley are con-
Quoting the case for Mrs. Gordon, while
Col. Gordon is being assisted by the law
firm Of Stephens & Stephens.
Col. Gordon claims that he has al
ready given his wife property of a
greater value than 100000, and he in
sists that the sale of even one of the
lots would serve to provide his wife
with the common necessities of life for
the next year to come, and also a
reasonable attorneys fee in connection
with her fight for matrimonial freedom.
Col. Gordon appeared upon the scene
yesterday and during the progress of
the arguments he occasionally prompted
his attorneys.
Col. Gordon was slightly indisposed
yesterday but managed to brave the
trying ordeal.
The attorneys will resume their argu-
ments at o'clock this afternoon.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
ANSWERS ADVERTISEMENT
PRINTED 20 YEARS AGO
Fred L. Allies Receives Curious Mes
sage From Resident of
Michiqan

Who says advertising doesn't pay?
Fred L. Allies is a living witness to
the fact, as shown in letter of inquiry
he received through the mails Monday
from Marquette, Mich, written by
Thomas Kelly, who asks under date of
March "a 1905. for "a good map of
California and a description of the
coast mountains" Mr.. Allies looks upon
that letter as something of a curiosity,
inasmuch as it is an answer to an ad-
vertisement inserted in the eastern
magazines and papers nearly twenty
years ago by the Immigration Society
of Southern California, organized in
Los Angeles in the fall of 1885, of which
Mr.. Allies was elected chairman and
secretary.
Either Mr.. Kelly has kept clipping
OF the old advertisement in his pocket
or has had booklet of California at
fractions on his center table all these
years; otherwise he would have for
gotten the name of Mr.. Allies and the
society, long ago merged into the
chamber of commerce. Perhaps Mr..
Kelly has just been aroused from his
Rip Van Wrinkle sleep or has come
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
ALL MAY ENJOY
ORPHEUM' 5 BILL
zIMMERMANN DOES CLEVER
REPRESENTATIONS
As a Whole Offering for the Week
the Bill Provides a Good
Evenings Enter
talnment

Most people will find a good even
ing's entertainment by visiting the
orpheum this week. To several inter-
esting turns which are held over from
last week there have been added four
more, two Of which can be highly rec
commended.
Willy Zimmerman is the headliner
this week While he relies on series
of impersonations for his share Of the
performance he is far above the imper-
senators and lightning change artists
who frequent the stage of the circuit.
He confines his work to life portraits
of celebrated composers, and so far as
an American audience is able to judge
he is most successful.
Murphy and Francis, two clever
negro singers and dancers, are also
new to the Orpheum this week. Their
little sketch brought many encores.
The other two new features of the bill
are the Four Sensational Boises, in a
trapeze act, and Borani and Nevaro,
who are good as far as their athletic
work goes, although their effort to in
troduce comedy into their act is almost
fatal to it.
Mabel Mckinley appears this week
with new series of songs. She sings
Arcadia, Song of California" at
each performance, and the air prom
ises to give this state at last a popular
song. Mallory brothers, Brooks and
Halliday continue in their musical
speciality and are particularly enjoy
able. The Peschkoff company appears
in Russian dances.
The Orpheum moving pictures pre-
sent a clear impression of the inaugu-
raj parade in Washington.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
MERCHANTS JAUNT TO NORTH
Oakland and San Jose Will Welcome
Angelenos

Within a few days it will be known
just how many members of the Los
Angeles chamber of commerce ana
friends will accept the invitation of the
San Jose chamber of commerce and
the Oakland board of trade to visit the
cities named and accept courtesies in
return from the reception rendered by
Angelenos last spring.
A rate of SIG for the round trip has
been secured. Hotels and sleepers ex-
ira. The plan is to make a daylight
run on the coast line to San Jose, re-
naming there over night and the next
day, reaching Oakland the night of the
second day out and spending at least
two nights and two days at Oakland.
At least 100 persons must go if the
low rate is to be secured. The journey
Will be made during the early part of
April. Secretary Virgins yesterday
mailed postal card inquiries to mem
hers to ascertain how many tickets can
be sold for the trip.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
SWIM G|NG BODY
TRAGEDY Of HILLS
OLD PRosPEcToR TnoBABLY
TOOK HE UWN LIFE
r.
Ce7oner Trout Returns From Canyon
Near Toluca, After lnvestigat-
ing Death of an Unidenti-
fled Man

After a day spent in the canyon near
Toluca Coroner Trout returned to Los
Angeles late yesterday afternoon, his
hands blistered from his exertions as
grave digger with a strange and pa
thetic story of one of the most remark
able suicides in the history of the near
by hills.
The coroner held an inquest yester-
day over the body of an unidentified
man who was found hanging to tree
in a small canyon about three miles
from Roscoe station on the Southern
Pacific line.
The body was that of an old man and
had been hanging in the canyon for
about six weeks, the dry air preserving
the corpse.
The man was about 70 years of age,
and a small outfit, consisting of two
alls, was found near where his body
lay. All evidences pointed to suicide.
The old man had placed the moose over
the limb of a tree and then placed his
head in it. After swinging free he evil
IDENTIFY found that his feet still re-
mained on the ground and, from the
marks OH his neck and in the earth near
his feet, it was evident that he had
thrown his body forward and backward
until the rope became sufficiently tight
to cause slow strangulation.
A cameo ring and card bearing the
name of First street hotel, Los An
geles, were the only things found on
the corpse. Following an investigation,
canyon at the foot of tree where the
suicide occurred and buried the re-
mains.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
MANY PETTY THEFTS
REPORTED TO POLICE
Robbers Enter Barber Shops and
Rooming Houses, Carrying
Away VaIuabIes

A number of small burglaries and
petty thefts were reported at the police
headquarters yesterday, showing the
presence of a gang of sneak thieves in
the city.
Roy Reynolds, proprietor Of a barber
shop at 10O61s North Main street, re.
ported burglary of his shop yesterday.
The thieves gained entrance through a
rear door and departed with half
dozen fine razors and a pair of shears.
Burglars entered the room of Miss
Helen CRATER at the Stanford house,
Fourth and South Hill streets, Satur-
day night and robbed small savings
bank, securing about SIS from it, Moth
ing else in the room was disturbed.
Three $40 gold pieces were taken from
the room of w. H. Lee at 757 Wall street
Sunday afternoon during the absence Of
Lee. The theft was made by sneak
thieves and the money taken from u
purse which had been left on the bureau
in the room.
Burglars made a rich haul in room
Occupied by Thomas L. Zook at the Mil
ton hotel, 539k South Broadway, Sun
day night. Entry was gained through
window and $140 and a gold watch
and chain was stolen from beneath
pillow.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
1T ALWAYS HELPS

An ailment like consump'
ton that has been months
and years getting a toothold
cannot be relieved in a week
or day. Scott's Emulsion
will always afford relief and
often cure, butnotover night.
The consistent use of Scott's
Emulsion will positively help
the consumptiNe at any
stage of the disease. We
guarantee nothing beyond
this, but we know that right
living and SCOTS Emulsion
have done more to cure con-
sumption than anything else.
sssst&4e~ns. 4o0 Peaa 81. New ysNk.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28

in May, 1900, because the original will
was not filed here. Instead it was car
ried to Victoria, B. c., by James Duns-
muir, brother and sole devisee.
Now that the original will must be
brought and filed in San Francisco
county, and its filing will mean con-
test; for Miss Hopper and the deced-
ent's mother, Mrs. Ivan Olive Duns-
muir, desire to share in the estate of
more than $7,O0O,OO0.
Judge Coffey rendered a lengthy
opinion, dwelling particularly on the
lack of precedents. He said that the
ruling would doubtless make it possi-
BILE for other estates involving millions
of dollars worth of property to be
brought into litigation on the same
grounds.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
EFFICIENT TEACHERS ARE
NEED OF SUNDAY SCHOOL
Ministerial Union Hears Stirring Ad-
dress by Rev. r. p.
Shepherd

An interesting meeting was held by
the Ministerial union of Los Angeles
yesterday morning at the Central Pres
byterian church. Rev. w. d. Lands,
the president, presided. Several topics
Of interest were decided.
The address of the morning was de-
livered by Rev. r. p. Sheperd of Po-
mona on 1.-THE Pastors Relationship to
tine Sunday School," The Rev. Nj.
Shepherd showed interesting facts ana
figures, stating that four-fifths of the
additions to the church come from the
Sunday schools. He pointed out the
need of better trained teachers and said
that no one was more competent to
train them than the pastor
The following elergymen were elected
to the committee of fifty, which will be
formed by the church federation: Revs
S. II. Montgomery. j. p. Mcknight, r.
p. Howell A. G. Fessenden, f. S.
Forbes, c. C. Pierce, b. F.. Boiler, S. A.
Thomson, w. s. Meyers, Drs. w. s.
Young, Robert Mcintyre and De Witt
Talmage.
1t had been amounted that M. Law
renee, the we'll known Sunday school
worker, would address the ministers
next Monday morning, but the time has
been changed to 2:SO p. m. at the First
Methodist church. Mr.. Lawrence comes
here to attend the state Sunday school
convention which viii be held at Im-
manuel Presbyterian church April 4, 8
ana 8,
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
THE ANT
Facts About One of Natures Most Indus
triOus Creatures

When spring comes with all it's wealth
OF opening buds and new flowers the ant
is preparing for season OF profitable in
dustry.
1t comes out OF its winter quarters and
locates a new home where Il can store
away during the summer months the sus-
tenance for the long winter days
Just as industrious as the ant-but in a
different way-are the countless inhnitesi-
NAL germs which burrow into the scalp and
vat eWaS ~ sle to"ts VI 'le mar
and IL the germs are not all killed, bald
ness results
Newbro's Herpicde is the only known
remedy which kills the germs.
Sold by leading druggists Send 1Oc I'm
stamps for sample to The Herpicide Co,
Detroit. Mich.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
POINT FOR EDNA
WALLACE HOPPER
SCORES FIRST VICTORY IN
WILL CONTEST
Judge Coffey Rules That All Proceed
Ings Taken in His. csurt dn|
May, 1866, Are
Void
Rx Associated Press.

By Associated Press.
SAN FRANCISCO, March 27.-Edna
Wallace Hopper the actress, has won
her first victory in the fight for a
share in the millions of the late Alex
ander Dunsmuir, her stepfather.
Judge Coffey today declared null and
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
Grand Canyon
of Arizona

When you go East you can
see this most wonderful
sight at small cost in money
and time. It's a wonderful
trip to this wonder of the
world.
1t is reached in 3 hours
from Williams on the main
line Of the Santa Fe to
Chicago. The accommoda-
tions at the Canyon run
from very simple to the
highest standard while the
charges are reasonable.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
where the Tourists oonEregats

The oldest and largest Japanese fine art
tire stock at auction. Only few days left.
and many OF the finest goods left. Camp
bell curio GO. Note the address. 113 West
Fourth street.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28

into legacy and has at last decided to
come to the golden state. Secretary
Virgins will forward to Mr.. Kelly a
full assortment of California literature.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
Coronado
Beach

The Queen of all the Cal.
ifornia resorts is now at
the top of the season.
People who are anybody
anywhere are there.
The presence of the
Pacific Squadron, Of the U.
s. Navy, adds to the social
brilliancy Of the season,
and then it has every form
of outdoor sport or recre.
alton.
Mr.. Morgan Ross, the
new manager. has made. q
great success with all the
guests Of Coronado.
Il
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28
COOKING WITH GAS

1t costs more money and
work and discomfort to use a
coal cookstove than forty are
worth.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-03-28

Southern California can be seen in only
one way some lines show you the
suburbs of Los Angeles, others show
a part OF San Gabriel Valley and others
show you fragments, but unless you go
around the "Kite" where no scene is
twice seen you don't know its varied
and everlasting beauties.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-24
$4,000 in cash prizes,
Second competitive exhibition of art
embroidery and needlework.
Get full! details and entry cards.
:. AT the Art Departmental Floor.

Many remember the exhibition last spring-nore than
700 pieces enered-and greater interest in this is al
ready being shown.
Plenty of time to make the most exquisite pieces.
lhey must be ready tor delivery to us February II.
for exhibition and award of the prizes
The long winter evenings and stormy days NAV be
prohtably and pleasantly employed in making some
thing for this exhibition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1905-12-24

the act of Congress approved March last
making appropria lions for the expenses OF
the government of the District for the f1s-
cal year. the harbor precinct was author
lied and established
The size of the precinct is rarely realized
by the casual observer. The precinct COM
prises the entire harbor and river front OF
the District. extending from the Little
Falls of the Potomac to Jones Point, be-
low Alexandria. Va. and along the Eastern
branch almost to Bladensburg, Md, a dis
lance of about twenty eight miles making
the round trip, which the partol boat Is
compelled to cover every day, ffty-six
miles. Resides this large water territory,
which 1t is necessary to police, the pre-
oinct also includes that portion of the Dis
trict on land extending from p street to
181h street southwest, from the water to
the street railroad tracks, territory which
teens with crowds of excursionists. heavy
freight traffic and the fish and oyster
wharves. There is little lull In the activ-
titles along the shore and wharves.
Enforces River Regulations.
The members of the harbor precinct have
regular police duties to perform, like those
In the other precincts. Among those are
the enforcement of the laws against Illegal
fishing and cunning, of the laws against
gambling. nude bathing, etc. They are sent
out on many peculiar errands. On one oc-
casion, on October II, 1894, they were sent
down the river to search boat for coun-
terfeit money and apparatus and at times
they are compelled to watch boats for
smallpox and other contagious diseases,
thus helping out the hearth department.
Especially in the summer, when large
crowds go to the river resorts the police of
the harbor are busy preventing accidents
on the wharves and crimes among the
crowds.
The complicated laws regarding the gov
eminent of the harbor and of vessels arriv-
ing in and departing therefrom are enforced
by the harbor precinct. Included in this Is
the duty of seeing that the numerous pleas
ure craft on the river are kept within suit
able and proper anchorage grounds so that
their presence will not interfere with the
free ingress and egress of shipping. The
members of the precinct look after the
dumping of garbage In the river. the over
loading of scows, etc. Important service
has been rendered by the police boat and It's
crew at the time of confiagrat ons At the
time of the big fire on February H. 1902
and on April L. 1862, the patrol boat res
cued many vessels anchored near burning
wharves. and also took persons from
wharves which Were burning A burning
tugboat, the EGgenia, which was on fire on
January 70 1853. was saved by the efforts
OF the harbor precinct crew. Another i'm