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Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Crook Sheep Poisoned.

Prineville--Ralph Porsily, sheep
man Of Upper Crooked river valley,
lost 2l head OF sheep lest week by cy-
anide poisoning. Sheriff Elkins, who
has been quietly working on the case,
says the poison has been mixed with
common salt and scattered around in
the grass about a spring In the very
center Of Porsily's bOdded land. One
OF the herders noticed the sheep fall
ing, and thinking something was
wrong, hastened 10 get the band away
from the spot, but not until q had
dropped. Analysis OF the salt made
here disclosed the fact that It was
heavily impregnsted with powdered
cyanide OF potassium.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Ia oraps orowlnr staie.

During the past few years much more
attention has been paid I" the growing
OF grapes in Oregon than ever before.
II has been conclusively proved that
Oregon lie grape growing state, for
there is now produced from the present
small vineyards fruit OF the choicest
quality, both for table use and for wine
making. Grapes at present are one Of
the least important of the states fruits
products, in point OF value, the annual
yield being valued ut only $S7 900.
Future possibilities, however, are great.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
unels Sam Lose. ee., Mem.

Washington, May 2.--The constant
draft on the economic force Of the
geological survey made by the large
mining organizations, which offer the
government experts much larger salar-
les than they get from the government,
lie seriously impariDg the efficiency Of
that branch Of the service, says report
on the investigation Of metalIiferous
ores in 1906. The report adds: "Ii
is only by years Of practical experience
in the field that the geologist, however
excellent his preliminary training. be.
comes competent TO carry on independ'
ent work in investigating mining dis
trict, and the lose Of trained men In
this work is irreparable."
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Pronosa 10 Test Rate Law.

Lincoln, Neb,, April S0.--A letter
from Union Pacific headquarters to the
state railway commission today inti-
mates that the roads contemplate re-
sistance to the 2-cent passenger rate
law. The letter is an answer to an in
quiry from the commission asking why
the Nebraska patrons were not being
given the benefit OF the 2-cent rate on
Interstate travel. In reply TO this the
Union Pacific says that the lawyers for
that line and others are seriously dis
posed to unite in suit attacking the
validity of the law.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Provide for New Trails.

Washington, May 2.--Four thousand
seven hundred and twenty-five dollars
have been appropriated for construc-
tion Of four trails in the Northern d.
vision, Cascade national forest, Oregon,
and $1,000 will be appropriated TO
build roads in Bitter Root national for
est, Idaho, on condition that the inter-
ested counties raise an additional $5,-
900. The state Of Idaho has already
appropriated $s, 900 toward this work,
provided q like amount is raised by
counties that have asked forest service,
to assist in this work.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
coMsLAIn of sAo TasArMenT
Northern Lumbermen Want Portland
Gateway Opened.

Washington, May 2.--Rivalry be-
tween the Hill and Hartman railroad
lines In the Northwest has eliminated
In the presentation Of the matter TO the
Interstate Commerce commission. For
several months lumber dealers and
manufacturers In Washington, paIticu-
larly In the Puget sound territory, gen.
eralIy have complained informally to
the commission that owing to the re-
fusal Of the Hill and Hartman lines to
make them through rates and joint
rates they were unable 10 get their pro-
ducts shipped TO points east OF the Cas-
cade mountains.
Finally it was suggested that they
institute proceedings under the new
rate law to compel the railroads tt
make such through rates an joint rates
In compliance with the suggestion ths
Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers
association, the Southwestern Washing
ton Lumber association and the shinel'
Mills bureau today filed complaint
with the commission against the North
ern Pacific, the Great Northern, thu
Southern Pacific. the Oregon Shor
Line and Is other roads, requesting tn
commission TO issue orders providing
that the railroads shall make througl
and joint ates on lumber products from
points in Washington via Portland
Or, 10 points east Of the Cascad
mountains.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Amor compul.orr Pass Law.

Oregon Ciy--Charles Il. Spence, Of
Beaver creek, member Of the legisla-
tive committee Of the State Change, em-
phatically denies the rumor that the
attempt to secure the submission OF the
armory appropl iation bill and the com
pulsory pass law 10 the referendum had
boen abandoned. Mr.. Spence said that
on account Of the late spring and the
consequent busy season among the
farmers n great difficulty had been ex-
perienced in having the petitions circu-
lated, but he believes that sufficient
number OF signatures will be obtained.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Renew, Sui, Against EaultabIe.

Washington, May A petition for
a Writ Of review filed by the Equitable
Life Assurance society Of New York, in
the case Of j. Wilcox Brown, Of Mary
land, policyholder, against the COM
pany, was docketed in the Supreme
court Of the United States today. The
suit was instituted by Mr.. Brown on
behalf Of himself and other policy
holders 10 secure an accounting Of the
funds, and statement regarding the
conduct Of the company's officers. The
effort of the company to have the suit
dismissed on demurrer was sustained
by the United States Circuit Court of
Appeals.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
OREGON STATE ITEMS OF INTEREST
POTATOES PROFITABLE.
One OF Best Paying Crops Oregon
Farmer Car Raise.

Experience has proven to the Oregon
farmer and produce handler that no
crop can be raised In this state 70 safely
M potatoes. A potato crop failure has
mover been known In Oregon, nor has
there ever been q year when at some
time or other the market price would
not yield q good profit. There have
been brief periods OF depression, but
the cause has almost invariably been
the withholding Of supplies from mar
ket when they were needed, which were
followed by the simultaneous market
Ing Of excessive quantities. When the
farmers have exercised good judgment
In selling their crops they have been
amply rewarded.
Oregon produces annually about 4,'
900, 900 bushels Of potatoes. Thil
quantity has not varied materially In
the last Ave years. While In some
seasons certain sections may turn oul
the usual yield, other parts Of the state
owing TO the variety OF climate In Ore
gon, viii produce an extra quantity thai
can be counted upon TO keep the tota
production Of the state about the same
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Rids on suhmarine eoats.

Washington, May 2.-Three COM
panies bids today at the Navy depart
ment for the contracts for supplying
submarine torpedo boats. The Lake
Torpedo Boat company, Of Bridgeport.
Conn, offers to build any number of
2s5-ton boats above FIVE at sl9S,0O0
each. The Sub-surface Boat company,
Of New York, offers to build boat of
$50 tons for $3.50, 900. The Electric
Boat company, of New York, offers to
build boats patterned after the Octopus,
Of 274 tons, for $4,000. It would
cost more on the Pacific coast.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
WILL TALK TO ROOSEVELT.
Central Federated Union Committee
to Ask for q Conference.

New York, April SO.--The Central
Federated union today, instead of unan.
imously condemning the president for
his action in the Moyer-Haywood mat
ter as has been reported, stood about
evenly divided on the question which
has stirred labor unions all over the
country. The discussion, which lasted
more than three hours, was the most
bitter ever heard at a Central Federation
union meeting. The result was that
the meeting, representing more than
100, 900 workers in Manhattan, ordered
that committee of three 60 to Wash
ington and have heart-to-heart talk
with President Roosevelt regarding his
criticism of Meyer and Haywood.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Third Term Talk Is Nonsense.

Washington, May 4. = President
Roosevelt today characterized as ''abso-
lutte nonsense" the talk CT nominating
and electing him for a third term. Mr..
Roosevelt talked freely with several Of
the callers at the White House on this
subject today. He made il plain, how
ever, that he will not issued any for
NAL statement on the subject Of third
term. He considered that what he
said following the election in 1904 and
what he has said subsequently should
suffice. He thinks he should be taken
at his word and let it 90 at that.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Hamilton invests In Waseo.

la Grande--W. X. Hamilton, Of
this city, recently made extensive bus
iness Investments nswasco, Sherman
county. purchasing large store and
stock Of general merchandise, Touring
mill, residence property and an inter-
est in the local bank OF Wasco. Two
Of Mr.. Hamilton's sons, Fred and
Chester, have gone to Wasco TO assist
in handling the business.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Northwest Postal AffaIrs.

Washington, May S.-Rural free de-
livery carriers appointed for Washing
ton routes: Arlington, route l, Christ
Meyer, carrier. Joseph Kraetz, substi-
tute; Ellensburg, route 8, James II.
Endley, carrier, Harry Swett, substi-
tute. Frank Strain has been appointed
postmaster at Hare, Or, vice Joseph
Hare, dead. A postofice has been es.
tablished at Alderdale, Klickitat coun-
ty, Wash. Eva A. King postmaster.
The postoffice at Quinton, Gillian coun-
ty, Or, will be discontinued May 10.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
news FROM The NATIONAL CAPITAL
STATE CAN ssLscT LAnos.
Interior Department Sends Out New
Regulations to Registrars.

Hekuiauonb 70 HcbisWhFs.
Washington, April 30.--The commis-
sioner OF the general land Office has is
sued instructions TO registrars Of local
land Offices concerning the selection Of
lands by states and territories under
grants for educational and other pur-
posee, under regulations approved by
the secretary Of the interior last We'd
nesday.
Under the new regulations the states
will be permitted TO make indemnity
school land selections in lieu Of frsc-
tional portions OF legal subdivisions,
which heretofore has been prohibited,
and notice OF all selections made by the
state is required TO be published In .
newspaper Of general circulation in the
county where the lands selected are
situated. A few other notifications
are made, designed to facilitate the se-
lection Of lands by the state officers.
Instructions also have been issued to
local land Offices regarding the dispose
tion Of lands Withdrawn frcm coal en-
tries, both as to lands known to lie
within a known coal field and the
lands outside Of such fields. The land
Offices will be furnished with geological
survey township maps, showing known
coal fields, and entries OF such lands
will be reserved.
Lands heretofore withdrawn from
entry and not released will be consid-
erred as coal lands. Coal filings made
within 90 days prior to Withdrawal
from coal entry may be completed
within the time prescribed by the stat
utes, less the time from date Of such
!, Withdrawals to date Of special written
notice Of filing Of maps and lists in fhs
local land Offices. Lands not coal lands
may be entered under any Of the publis
land laws applicable to the particular
, tract.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
statua OF cen. MccIeIlan.

Washington, April S0.-The most
interesting event of the S7th annual
reunion of the society of the Army Of
the Potomac this week will be the un-
yelling on May 2 of the heroic bronze
equestrian statue of General George B.
Mcclellan, organizer and first COM
mander OF the army of the Potomac.
President Roosevelt will make the prin-
cipal speech. About 5000 troops, reg
ulars and militia, will participate in
the ceremonies.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
fAcIoaY lNspsoIoR NAMsO
O. n. Gram. Of Portland. VIII Work
In First District.

salem--iAbor compissioner o. p.
Hoii has announced the appointment
Of @. II. Gram, Of Portland, president
Of the State Federation Of Labor, dop-
uty Inspector Of workshops, fatories,
ETC., ioI the First district, and Walter
II. Chance, Of Albany, foreman Of q
bridge crew on the Southern Pacific,
deputy inspector for the Second dis.
'trlct. Their appointment takes effect
May 2b, but do not assume their duties
until June /. Their compensation IL
~ per day for actual time employed
and necessary expenses. Another dep
uiy will be appointed for the Third dis
triet, all that territory lying east Of the
Cascade mountains. who will probably
be u man from Baker City.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
New Pos,masters Appointed.

Washington, April S0.-The follow
ing postmasters are appointed: Oregon
Rex, Jennie Conrad, vice w. H. La
shier, resigned; Whiteson, William A.
Hobugh, vice Edward Minor, resigned.
Washington--Jerry, Clark H. Jillson,
vice E. E. Thompson, resigned. "A
postoffice is established at Yach, Tilla-
nook county. Oregon, with Frank Yach
postmaster.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Bank Notes Inerease.

Washington, May 4.-The monthly
circulation statement issued by the
controller of the currency shows that
at the close of business, April 80, 1907,
the amount of national bank notes OUT
standing was $599. .9lS, $40, an increase
for the year of s43, ,267 ,55s, and an in
crease for the month of $2.701,777
The amount of circulation based on
United States bonds was $3.50, 204, I'll,
which is an increase for the year of
$35, ISL ,522 and an increase for ths
month Of $2,571, ,70S. g
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Baker Plans 70 Celebrate.

Baker City--Plans are now well un-
der way for one Of the largest Fourth Of
July celebrations ever held In this
city. Committees have been appointed
by all Of the local department leagues
and they will soon meet to perfect
plans for the great event, That some
thing new shall be the order Of the day
seems the desire OF each member Of the
committee.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Reaity 10 Back up eorah charges

Washington, May S.-Judge Beatty
called to see the attorney general today
in regard to Senator Borah, but the at
torney general was in Baltimore and
the visit was postponed. 1t is under
stood that Judge Beatty is here to sus-
tain District Attorney Ruick. Judge
Beatty's known hostility towards Mr.,
Borah is known in administration cir
clea
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Cheese Making important Industry.

Cheese making is rapidly coming to
the front rs one Of Oregon's important
industries. The unexcelled adaptabill-
ty OF the state to dairying is we'll known
and those who have capital invested in
the industry are now turning their at
tention to the production Of cheese that
is recognized as OF superior quality in
any market where 1t may be sold,
There are now score or more Of large
cheese factories In Oregon, with numer-
Gus smaller ones, the annual output be-
ing valued ut nearly $500, 900.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Norihwest Postal carriers.

Washington, April SO.-oregon post
masters appointed; Antelope, W. E.
johnson, vice j. NJ. Hamilton, resign
ed; 0wyhee, Edwin Wilson, vice Paul
Trembley, resigned; Wildwood, Myron
E. Dunn, vice William Southward, re-
moved. William HI. Ellis has been
appointed regular, John F. Dunn sub
stitute rural carrier route /, at Hart
line, Wash.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Linn countr Bridge SINKING.

Albany-weakened by the winter
floods, the Kendall bridge, which
spans the Calapooia river on the road
from Albany to shedd, has begun 10
sink into the stream, and traffic over II
is now endangered. One end OF the
structure has sunk a foot in the past
few days and the bridge is also keeling
over. More travel crosses the Kendall
bridge than any other country bridge
In the county. 10 Is o2 feet long.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
MUST RECLAIM LAND.
State Land Board VIII Press coium-
bla Southern Work.

salem--unless the new management
Of tho Columbia Southern Irrigation
company, Of which Walter II. Moore
and w. II, Lytle, Of Portland, are at
the head and principal ananciers, mp.
pears before the State Land board and
makes u satisfactory showing Of good
faith and intentions toward the fulfll-
ment OF the contract between the state
and the company, which IL being held
In allegiance pending the ful6llmept Of
the promises Of the new management to
make good the deficiencies Of the old,
proceedings will be instituted In court
aud the company vigorously prosecuted
10 relieve tho company Of ia obllga.
tIon and make room for other capital
10 complete the project.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Would Continue Drain Normal.

salem-Gverno Chamberlain, upon
his return from a meeting of the board
OF regents of the Drain Normal school,
saws il was the sense OF the board that
the school be continued during the bal
ance Of the term and that the expenses
of running up to July would be met
by public subscription and depend upon
the next legislature to meet the def
cheney.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
seuryY In Famine Lands .

1t. Petersburg. April S0.--Scurvy
has increased greatly in the famine dis
Hicta. An urgent meeting of the gov
ernment relief committee has been
called for tomorrow following the re-
ceipt Of q telegram from Zemstvo, pres
ident Of Ufia province, reporting 1000
cases and asking for aid.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Changes to National Bank

Washington, May 2.-The comptroll-
er of currency has approved conversion
Of the Pioneer State bank of Ritzville,
Wash, into the Pioneer National bank
of Ritzville, with $4,000 capital.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
win Begin Work Soon.

Oregon City--Actual construction OF
a railroad from Oregon City TO Beaver
creek within year is indicated by q
number OF influential men OF this city
who are backing the project initiated
several months ago. 1t Is the ultimate
plan to extend the line into the Molalla
country and to wilhoit Springs,
through Clarkes, Highland and Milk
creek.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
erown and Roosevelt Confer.

Washington, April .SO.-President
Roosevelt had an extended conference
with w. o. Brown, senior vice presi-
dent Of the New York Central railroad,
today. Mr.. Brown would say nothing
about his talk with the president, but
admitted that he had "talked a little"
about the railroad situation with Mr..
Roosevelt.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1907-05-10
Pranara forsana Fourth.

Eugene--The city council has Just
passed an ordinance, which prohibits
the use OF tirecrackers Of q greater
length than four inches, or OF any
rockets Of greater weight than six
ounces, and all dynamite canes OF any
size, within the city limits. The PEN
altv for violation is fixed from 81 "a
$40. t GN n
The Greeley tribune., 1907-10-10

AT recent Sunday school conven-
tion of the Congregational churches
Ault presented the third largest
cradle roll of the state. Denver was
first and Colorado Springs second.
Ault had SO babies enrolled.
At meeting of the Baptist
church Sunday Mrs. w. N. William
son and three children we're received
into the church by letter and o. 9.
McWilliams was appointed clerk pro
TEN in place Of Mrs. R. L. Pence,
who is still sick in bed.
DR.. Anderson has removed the
PARTITION between his drug store and
the rooms in the east side of the
building, throwing it all into one,
making much more room for his
goods. He has painted and papered
it throughout. making a great IN
provement in the place.
The Greeley tribune., 1907-10-10
OLIVE BRANCH

Miss Pearl Row spent Saturday
and Sunday with her parents at
Pierce.
Mrs. E. Hedenskog has been suffer-
ing from a severe attack of asthma
but Is now better.
R. P. Fowler of Topeka, Kan, is
spending some time here looking
after his farming interests
John b. Dye. who some time ago
purchased an interest in the livery
establishment of S. S. Poe of Ault,
has closed out his interest In the
same to Mr.. Poe and returned to the
farm. Mr.. Dye, with w. o. Hulse
and r. N. Porter. owns three quar-
ter sections here, Of which about 200
acres have been broken. half OF
which will be in fall wheat, the rest
to be planted next spring TO oats,
barley and corn. This land, which
has been considered dry land, comes
under the new Pierce extension ditch
and the owners expect water for
next seasons crops.
The Greeley tribune., 1907-10-10
ELWELL

John Sloan made a business trip to
Greeley Friday.
Mrs. Will Avery accompanied her
sister to Denver Sunday.
Miss Ethel Clampett spent Sun
day with her folks at Loveland
Miss Edith Flory drove to JaSalle
Friday after her father who re-
turned from Akron.
Henry Brown returned from Den
yer Tuesday and made cross coun-
try walk Of ten miles, from Platte
Vile.
Miss Beulah Shull visited Miss
Anita Doherty, a classmate, in
Eaton from Friday evening until
Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Letford of Johnstown
Fenjoyed the hospitality of the Eber-
hart home Sunday, when an elegant
birthday dinner was served. Mr..
Eberhart celebrated his Seth birth
day and Grandma Rosenow her 73d.
The Greeley tribune., 1907-10-10
LAsALLE

Miss Bertha Roberts left last week
TO visit friends in Nebraska.
T. Railsback OF Hardin was trans
acting business In LaSalle SATURDAY.
William Rodgers has moved into
the house recently vacated by Will
liam Patterson.
Miss Adah Ellis returned TO her
school duties Monday after a few
days visit at home
Rev. and Mrs. Rambo and chill
dren spent few days. with Mrs.
Rambo's sister, Mrs. Bafnbrioge'
last week.
Miss Jennie Hanson las sumo
iently recovered from the INJURIES
received from fall as to be able TO
attend her duties in the drug store.
Mrs. r. Sullivan and dauRhter'
Elaine, accompanied by Mrs. sun.
vans mother, MS. Pratt, left las1
"wednesday for months 'ls'' III
Iowa
The Greeley tribune., 1907-10-10
SEVERANCE

Joe franklin is suffering from an
attack Of typhoid fever.
Mr.. and Mrs. d. Jones have re-
turned from trip to Denver.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. Hall are enter
tanning relatives from West Vir-
ginia.
The town lots and the old school
house were sold at auction Saturday
for 81, ,Os5
Rev Endley. pastor Of the For,
Collins Christian church. preached
at the school house the other evening
to a large audience.
Delco Newell, who has been at
the Greeley hospital the last three
weeks, Is improving enough that
his brother-in-law, L. W. Baldridge,
expects TO bring him to his home the
latter part OF this week.
Helen 3. Snow, youngest daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. r. S. Snow, aged
two months and twenty days, died
of acute catarrhal trouble. Rev,
Findley of Fort Collins conducted
the funeral services at the home Fri.
day afternoon. Burial was In the
Eaton cemetery.