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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
ROYAL ARCANUM.
WashfnEton'x New Arcanum Euils

WashfnEton'x New Arcanum Euild-
ing-Notes of the Order.
The Royal Arcanum building TO be
erected in Washington Will cost $500.
600 1t is intended that it shall be a
monument to the order in the national
capital, and in following out this
scheme the subscription to the stock
will be solicited from every subordi-
nate council in the United States and
Canada, as well as it's members, now
numbering about 100000. The build
ing is to be located in the central part
of the city. somewhere between Ninth
and Fourteenth and f and Ii streets
northwest
In Boston recently a class Of 15o
candidates was initiated into the mys-
terles of the order.
The grand council of Massachusetts
elected F. S. Read of New Bedford
grand regent.
Recent reports show a membership
in Ohio Of 1900 and 147 Royal Area
nul.l councils in good standing.
Each mouth there are between 200
and 800 limitations in Pennsylvania,
and the Jurisdiction is rapidly ap-
preaching the $1,000 mark In member
ship.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11

The exploding CT a bottle at the Pine
Bluff Bottling works Saturday morn
ms was responsible for the loss of an
eye to Manager w. P. Imon. The ac
cifent occurred in the forenoon, and
was horrible one.
Mr.. Imon was at work at the time
and while engaged in the bottling de
partment one of the bottles explod
cd, the fragments of glass striking
Il m full in the face and cutting the
cLeek just under and about the eye sc
badly that the entire eyeball dropped
from its socket.
Mr.. Imon was promptly given surgi
cal treatment. but of course will lose
his eye. Late last night he was re
ported to be resting easy and getting
along as well as could be expected.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
NLa-ssLsI1lsI1E5IaI5Aah
KNIGHTS 5oEPYThA5|

There is no Pythian law authorizing
or permitting candidate to witness
any part of the secret work in any
rank without participating in the same
In other words, it is a violation of the
Pvthian law to confer any part Of any
of the ranks upon part of a class of
candidates and allow other members OF
the class to witness the work who have
not received the same.--Supreme Chan.
cellor
Reports presented at the recent ses
sion of tire grand lodge of Massa
chusetts show membership of 1908
gain of 525 during the past year.
A grand temple Of the Rathbone Sis
tiers was recently organized in Florida
In Macon lodge of Macon, Mo. a
class of 200 novices recently received
the rank of page
According to the recent report of the
supreme keeper Of records and seal
the order is making rapid progress IN
many grand domains.
The grand lodge of the Indian Terri
tory recently voted in favor of making
the age Of admittance to the order
eighteen years.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11

The subject of the above illustration
is the chief of the Pine Bluff fire de-
partment. He is native OF Ohio and
was born in 1860. He has been con-
nected with the city government since
1899. when he was appointed on the
police force April 10, 1899, by Mayor
Alexander. After serving six months
as patrol driver he joined the fire de-
ton. After working a few months as
pipemean he was promoted to driver
OF No. hose wagon. In 1901 he took
charge of engine house No. 2 as cap
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11

York, has been Il member of the East
ern Star since 1892, when she was init
ated in Stella chapter She was elect
ed worthy matron OF her chapter in 1893
and the same year became grand Ruth
of the grand chapter. In 1901 Mrs. Beat
tie was chosen associate grand con
ductress. the following year promoted
TO The Office of grand conductreSs an.
in 1904 served most accertab!. as as
sucate grand mattON. She IS resi-
dent of Brooklyn and ye,y well Enown
ami popular among Eastern Star mem
be-, throughout the state.
Oak Leaf ehapte.' ef Oakland, Cal,
is said to he The large. !. j. e1..l S';.r
chaEie.. in eA .tenee. II wa~ e,l9atal =
in 1877; and has a mc:ol,"rsii,, a ADO !;
Gee
In kan~;;s tic izaste II Stal. h. !
dertak.,1i err y t'9e
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11

Real estate agents CT the city re.
port farming land on a BOOM Hun.
dreds of northern farmers are max.
ing daily inquiry concerning the agr.
cultural possibilities of this section
cf the state. Many of them are com.
ing to personally investigate the field,
and not a few are locating here or
near here Most of these farmers pre-.
fer to have their families in Pine
Bluff. where they can have the splen.
did educational and other advantages
afforded by the city.
A. G. Watkins of Elgin, Ill.,. has just
closed a big real estate deal through
Brewster and Wilcox, by which he
comes into possession of some agr-
cultural land near this city, and will
remove his family to this place in the
near future to make his home here.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
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A lodge never dies that could confer
and without rituals. Learn the charges
and learn to deliver them we'll, and
new members will come. Many men,
bers are ashamed to solicit candidates
be conferred upon them creditably.-
Odd Fellows Siftings
The Odd Fellows Of Corning. n Y,
have after many years of planning
bought the Wellington hotel to con
vert it into a handsome temple for the
exclusive use Of the order.
member Of Yerba Buena lodge Of
California who died recently had been
an invalid thirty years. During this
time he drew in benefits from the lodge
! the sum of $11.33S.
There are 27G orphan children cared
fer by Odd Fellows in PENNSYLVANIA.
The late James r. Sanders. past
grand sire. beQueathed his Odd Eel
lows library to PeeksvilIe lodge.
The grand secretary of Maryland re-
ports l3 lodges in the jurisdiction.
| with Il membership Of S203. Amount
paid out for relief during the past
year. $39, 9,OG1.46.
Willingness is the great requirement
that is Eeaded hy each :ne,iris,"al to
make the lodge successful and prosper
OuS
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
THE LOCAL LODGES.
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Woodmen UnveiIing.

Unless some unforeseen hitch &C
ours again. the Woodmen unvelllne
will take place today. Everything Is
in readiness for the big OCCASION and
the local members of the order are
making every preparation fer the
event. An excellent program has been
arranged, and Congressman Joe Rob-
inson of Lonoke is billed for an ad-
dress. among other things. A large
crowd of spectators is expected. and
the committee will be prepared for
them. Following is the program:
Members of the Woodmen and the
Woodmen Circle will meet at the hall
at 2 p. m.
Parade will form en- West Second
at 2:35 and march to Cherry street
and there take car for cemetery.
Parade will reform at cemetery
gate and march to the grave Of Sover-
eign Estell Roster. near ladies mound.
The Woodmen Circle. assisted by
the Wocdmen, will then unveil mon
ument of Sovereign Estell Roster.
Parade will then reform and march
to Woodmen lot. decorating the
graves of scvereigns as they proceed.
At Woodmen lot there will be ad-
ditional decoration services and an
Grafton tfraternallyl by our congress-
man, Hon. ice T. Robinson, Of Lo-
nCke
Formation Of parade:
In front sovereign with flag.
Flower girls.
Prof. LeMaires band
Officers of Woodmen Circle.
Members Of Circle.
Officers of Woodmen of the World.
Members of the Woodmen.
Visiting sovereigns and friends.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
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There are ten fraternal orders doing
business in the United States and Can
ada which have been in existence for
more than quarter of century.
their combined membership being over
100000
There are thirty-four grand lodges of
colored Masons in the United States
and one in Canada
Deeds rather than words are the
things that count in fraternal work.
The money paid on the fraternal GER
tificate is returned many fold at the
OppOrtune moment.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11

:,.,:.:, ,.v.,,e ~ wichita. 7ne DulNlng
is to cost in the neighborhood Of $10.-
GOO. and all the chapters of the state
will assist In the project.
In Los Angeles, Cal, there are now
eight chapters of the Eastern Star.
At the fifteenth annual meeting of
the grand chapter of Wisconsin the
grand secretary reported 1913 chapters
with membership of 1904, gain of
1893 for the year.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11

tain and driver Wnere he has hoo.
since, until last April, when Mavo,
ii. King White appointed him ch;o.
of the fire department.
Chief Shultz has climbed to the hoaa
Of his department solely through hi,
own efforts, always striving to me,;.
promotion by hard conscientious
work. He is one CT the most ponp,o,
chiefs in the state, and it is the Am.
bltion of his life to hake his denar,,
ment the best in the state. He has
done much for its upbuldins is ye,
doing much, and will continue to do
much.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
Knights Of Pythias.

Lafayette lodge, knights of Pythias,
night, and it is expected that some inn
portant matters will come before the
body for discussion. A full attendance
is requested.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
CARD OF THANKS.

We desire to express our sincere
thanks to our friends and acquaint-
ances, and especially Rev. Ross Moore,
for the many acts of kindness shown
us during the recent illness and death
IT our child.
MR. AND MRS. II. H. VINING
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
The Rebekahs.

The Superior Rebekahs held their
regular meeting Saturday night. and
enjoyed a social session. The meet
fngs Of this lodge are held in Odd Eel.
lows hall and the ladies take much
interest in the work.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
COTTON MARKET HOLIDAYS.

LIVERPOOL. June 10-(Special.)-
The cotton exchange is closed today
and will not dc business on the 12tn.
10th and 18th in observance OF the
Whitsuntide holidays.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
The EIks.

The Elks will meet in regular ses-
sion next Tuesday night. Nothing new
of Importance is reported for the
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
rRATERNAL ORDER NEWS

lodge at this session, and full at
tendance is requested.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
EASTERN STAR.

The Grand MntrOn Of New York.
Chapter Chips.
Mrs. Florence r. Beattie, who is serv-
ing SO successfully this year as grand
matron of the grand chapter of New
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
Eastern Star.

Eastern Star lodge held social
session Thursday night with a large
attendance of the membership.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11
Masonic.

Masonic.
Pine Bluff lodge. No. 60. F. and A.
M. will work in the entered appren.
tice degree Monday night. Several
candidates will receive the degree.
Thursday night Jacob Brump lodge.
No. 160, A. F. and A. NJ will hold g,
stated meeting. There is much work
before the order
jacob Brump lodge, Masonic. will
holo It's next regular meeting next
tuesday night. Interesting and i'm.
portant work will come before the
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-06-11

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The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
Shit Against Perry.

An action was commenced in the United States district court agains' diruracC iP, rrv s,. 'l.ar~!ia' oi ihr ' 1T 55Ejsi.i. ,,. j.., .Di.sriu. ot Alaska, by Joe Sandur .i,r false Imprisonment.
 Sander claims that he was ar rested by Perry's deputy, Geo. Sex ton, and that thereafter the mar- shal, through his deputy, mali ciOusly, and without warrant, inn prisoned him in the jail at Seward fol term of.eightecn dave" to hi< damage in the sum of S6, ,OOO, for which sum together with.eosts di action he demands ,judgmon. against fine marshal.
 'G. M. Irwin and k. M. Barnes aye the attorneys for the plaintiff. .-Record-Nlino.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
Fell Down Shah.

George Donaldson, a welLknown sesident of this ~et ton, was killed last week by falling down the shaft at the Eilamar mine.
 He was working at the 300 foot level and pushed an ore car into the shaft thinking the cage was there, }slt it was mot and the ear fell, dragging him with it. He ,fell over '200 feet and was instantly killed.
 Donaldson, who leaves a native wife and four children, came to Alaska in 1885 from Aspen Colo rado. Me was on the Yukon and at Cook Inlet until 1895 when he formed a partnership with Louis Torstensen to raise foxes on Goose Island. He has been around the Sound ever since.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
Oppose Confirmation,

It is reported upon good author ity that the members of the Fair banks Bar association are making every effort to o.prevent the confir- nation of Judge Wickersham. and that the majority have repudiatsd the resolutions passed endorsing his candidacy, which were passed during the time he was at Fair hunks.
 It is certain that nothing but Roosevelt's insis,ance can save the defeat of his contirmation.-iuneau Record Miner.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
New Corporation.

The Royal Development Co. is the name of a new company, or ganized under the laws of the state of Washington, to do a mining and other business in this section of Alaska. The incorporalors are K. J. Field and Paul Paulson, of Valdez, and James Casey, Alfred k. Parker, l.. G. Droz, L. D. Casey, and Chas. E. Howard, of Seattle.
 The company is capitalized at g ,50O.UOO. and has taken over a group of 2S quartz claims on Jack sina river, tributary to the Tan ana, near the head of the latter. These claims were located by Field and and company called the Royal Gold Mining Co. was or ganized here this winter t. handle them. but for some reason the pro- motors decided to annul the former incorporation.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
When You Have Time

Don't forget to drop in at the Bowling Alley, where you csn zee and hear Edison's perfection of the Monograph. We have just re- -ceived a large stock ii the hand- somest Flower Horns ever put on the market, to say nothing of many StTDaard and Home machines, all with the latest No. 3 crane at tachoserft. Alss a large stock of Gold Moulded Records. If you contemplate buying a photograph Ut will pay you to call enaas.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21

Anyone having chairs for sale will please notify this office. Sev- 'eral dozen are wanted.
 Any Diamond over $l00 re- claimed at 15 per cent. discount if you're not satisfied with your pur- chase. That's how close diamonds are sold at Stulrs Jewel Palace.
 Don't forget your faithful friend the dog. Give him some dog fruit cake, a choice morsel of cooked meat and fat, at the Valdez Bank < Mercantile Co. Inc.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
GIFTS
Presents are Here for Everybody.

Presents are Here for Everybody. E you are in doubt what to give; IF you want something that wont be duplicated;
 E you are hunting a gift that will be as creditable to your good taste as to your good nature; IF you desire gift that will be thing of beauty and joy forever, call on us to-day.
 The finest goods by the best makers at tine lowest prices for standard quality.
 P. E. ERIN,
 GOld-and-Slysrsmith.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
Live and Dressed Meats, Poultry, Fish, Oysters, Butter and Eggs.
Extension of DeIinuueucy.

Re It Resolved by the Common Council of the Town of Valdez, that the Town Treasurer be, and is hereby authorized and instructed to extend the term G ieE n4 ;Ieney fer town taxes for the year 1895 from the fr st Monday in December, i~l (hecemhsr tth, 1se9l at 6 o'clock. pm, te Decem be 3fh, 1GO5, at SO'clock pm, and not to make any charge for penalty and interest untN after saiE December :Uth 1855, at s o'clock, p.m., and
 Be IL Further Resolved That tire Town Treas urer be instructed not to allow interest 6n Town Warrants presented ts him in payment od taxes, after ss1d first Monday in December. 1895 December .th. l9l5)
 Passed and approved december ], 1925.
 Attest: lI VI. MILLER
 W. H. CRARI, Mayor
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The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
JurieS Are Drawn

Following is a list of grand ju- TOTS drawn yesterday for the Jan uary term of court.
 . F. Bnttcrwor,h. F. Willard. wm. Arnold. ,. ianzy, e Il. Golden, Chas Craw- tcrd, Chas Schlosser. C.. V. Robbins Jim Fielder, Geo. Dooley. Chas Koppus, J. Van iderstine. Valdez; ]. Putz, .Ellamar; F. L. Bal. laine, Al. Gould. Ed. Beckwith, Andrew F. An drew>on, Andrew Grterson. Otto Claw. seward: w. r: Swift. z. Rosenberg. Catal:s; Mike Con. ley, Sunrise, C. |. hoyt Copper Center
 PETIT JURORS.
 Charles Adler, Charles N. shelley L. C. Lar. son, Charles \; Crary, Roaly Condon. I. E. YnksLaw, valdex; r. ]. McDermott, Frank Watson. J. Etxsimon. .sfred Glss bren ner. Thom. as Irvine. E. II. Brown, John Brownslow, K B Vaughan, W. E. Poland, Omar Pattep. Seward; John Meenach. .Ellamar; D. B. Skinner, Cstal. Ia: George Cushing. .Ed Csshsl, ungs: Dr Stone. Kodiak.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
Quarter of am illiL n

A shi pment of $250,0O0 in golb dust from Fairbanks passed Tor sins this morning on the way te Valdez. The gold was put.on q boat fer shipment from Fairbanks this fall, but they saw it was toe late to get out by water, so it was sent cut over the trail. The treas ure is being sledded out by a Fair banks freightins outfit with mules
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
Fitz L0es.

San Francisco, Dec. 2l-The Fltzsimmons O'Brien fight last night was awarded to O'Brien. Fitz collapsed at end of 18th round as a result of hard left punch Tn -stom- ach. He fought hard and at times had Il shade the best ei iit. This gives O'Brien the championship.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
Frozen at Nabesna.

A prOspectOr named Frank Ku- bel, who was wintering at the Ma besna, has been lost and i SUD- posed to have frozen to death.
 The news was taken to Tanana Crossing Dec. A6 by G. Below. who reported that he and Kubers part ner had made search for the miss- ing maa, 'bnt succeeded only in finding his dogs. Two operators from the Crossing. with dog teams, have started for Nabesna, on. .arder of Captain Hartman, to assist in the search.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21

Clerk of the Court E. J. Stiers and Geo. Driebelbis passed Tonsina this morning enroute to Valdez.
 A party of nine from Fairbanks will reach town to-day. The following gentlemen arrived in town Tuesday after a twenty day trip from Fairbanks: H. w. Coffin, E. L. Plumb, Charles Hens- ley, A. Carmichael, Tom Mackin and T. Snow.
 Imported Toilet and Maaic,.ring Sets for tt holiday trade at the Owl Drug Store.
 A lone musher from Kantishna broke through the ice On the Delta, was hauled out by his dogs and is now laid up at Casey's cache in 2 badly frozen condition. He will recover with the loss of a few toes.
 The swell Neckwear Levy get in is selling well. A beautiful tie makes good Christmas present for your husband or friend. George Love, of the City Market, will leave on the next trip of the Oregon to purchase a first class cold storage plant. A plant sufiic- tent to make ten tons of ice day, if necessary, will be installed.
 "Tend to your Own Business, It will he worth while. Friday night.
 Next Saturday we will serve in the Mercantile Department free drinks, consisting of Fluid Beef, Vigoral, Tomato Bouillion, and will also give away sample of our goods. All are most cordially in- vited. WE WANT YOUR TRADE and if HONEST GOODS. Fair Prices and Square Treatment carry any weight with you We will get it.. Valdez Bank X Mercantile Co. Inc. COAL COAL. c. w. Miller, agent, or Copper River Draying Co.
 The Ladies Bazaar would like to meet all patrons Saturday after l noon.
 Reorganization meeting of the fire department tonight 8:80 1 pm. at fire hall. Everyone should | attend.
 The band will give a dance at I Mckinley Hall Saturday. Band and orchestra music. AdoRh Larsen when on his way to work on the Solomon Basin mine became exhausted and the other men wrapped him an their blankets and left him while they went foc a sled. On their return he was missing but his tracks were followed and he was found wander ing aimlessly and partially frozen. He was quickly taken to the Val deg hospital where he is now being treated.
 Hands Restaurant will soon be removed to the building adjoining the Candy Kitchen.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
Your Last Chance

To get the swellest Xmas present imaginable for the dear ones at home. The big raffie of Edison Monographs is now on at the Bo wing Alley. Don't overlook this glorious opportunity to win the swellest outfit that ever struck the town. It consists of the famous Home machine, with latest re- beating attachment. the No. 3 front horn crane. and what is acknor . ledged by all to be the handsomest and best toned Flower horn ever soh-also the latest gold moulded rec' rds. Have yorr hubby take a chance for you.
 Get your Xmas Cigars at the Bowling Alley. Select Stock-Pri- ees Right.
 "Tend To Your Own Business"
 In view of the necessity for in. structive amusement in Valdez, Professor Jeha Nokes has been prevailed upon to give a lecture at Moose Hall Friday evening. His subject, upon which he has spent years of study. will be "Tend to your own Business" Professor Nekes is lecturer of great versa tility and ahility. Don't miss it. Instructive and amusing. Tickets 50 cents. Lecture starts at g. James Fish Jr. aged abeut7 years left town this morning with load of feed for Camp Comfort.
 Did you ever have a date with . peach? At the Valdez Bank 4 Mercantile Cs., Inc. can be had Dates from Persia, and our Peaches are the famous Diamond w brand.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21

Washington, Dec. 19-Represen- tatsve Gushing has introduced 6 bill granting tright-ofway for the construction ,ef railroads, telegraph and telephone lines in Alaska by the Alaska Railroad Co. It,pro. vides for a government guarantee of interest on bonds of.a road from Drodova bay to Eagle, g. distance of iH5'miles, ifor an amount .aot to exceed $3O,0OO q mile. It also provides for a grant to the com pany of 2o6O acres of lard, for which $2.50 per acre is to be paid
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21

See our Featherweight Fur Sleeping Bags-Tanned soft as velvet. Made on entirely new principle-weight but l0 pounds.
 Valdez Bank < Mercantile Co. Inc,
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21
China Nnuit Bowls.

China Rnuit Bowls. The ,sepro- of 6ruit, which constitute the Ornamentations of some of our bowls, are 60 'exQuisi,ely and faith fully executed in free, offhand painting, you'll think they're filled with real, live, luscious grapes, juicy peaches, and bright red ap- ples. A shaded background throws them out in bold relief, and an elaborate tracing of twenty-two karat gold on the edges brightens the whole effect. These and others suggest themselves as fitting Christ mas present. They'E dress up and 'beautify the table, delight the Queen of the household, and brighten the sideboard or china closet. You'll find them only at StulPs Jewel Palace.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21

William F. Hunter. of Kenai. has written a letter to President Roosevelt, in which he makes com plaint against the methods of the Russian church In Alaska, in par ticularl as regards the methods of cead0cting its educational sffairs. The letter amounts to an attack upon Bishop Innocent, who is in charge of the affairs .sf the church Ou the Pacific Coast. The Bishop makes his headquarters in Sitka, but at present is on tour of the parishes to the westward.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21

Thenew local Valdez Souvenir Spoon, which has been in course of construction at the die ,sinkeas in the Hast for six months past wilI probably be here, on the Str. Santa Ana. It will be true 10 nature, having been made from special photographs taken for the purpose. The first spoon will cost $163.5O. The spoons. however, will be sold at a very low price considering the magnihcence of their general ap- pearance, weight and artistic con struction-showiag a plain pano- ramic view.Of the wharf, the city of Valdez. the glacier and mountains Tn clean-cut, bold relief on the front, and typical winter scene, Dog Team on the Street, Ready for tie Trail" on the back of han dle. You must see this spoon to appreciate its real significance and grandeur. It's at Stull's Jewel Palace.
The Alaska prospector., 1905-12-21

Coffins, Couches, Metallic Lined Baskets, Linings, Ornaments. Name Plates, Trimmings, Ladies and Gents Robes. Our Undertaking Department is complete and can not be beaten on the Pacific coast.
 Valdez Band x Mercantile sCo. Inc.