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Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1907-03-26
IN SOCIETY'S REALM
Miss Ruth VanOrsdeI Gives "chlna
Shower" In Honor of MIss
Mabel Guy.

One Of the most delightful parties
Of the year was the "China Shower
given by Miss Ruth VanOrsdel, at the
home Of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
J. G. VanOrsdel, yesterday afternoon,
in honor of Miss Mabel Guy, who is
to marry Ebert L. Parrish, April 8.
About As guests were invited. The
beautiful reception room was asdecorated
in purple, green and yelIow-hya-
cinths, jonquils and tiny hearts being
greatly in evidence. Misses Olive
Smith and Vera Cosper favored the
guests with piano solos, Miss Barbara
Belt sang, and Mrs. ID. J. Becker gave
a reading. Dainty refreshments were
served by the young hostess. Miss
Guy was the recipient Of wealth Of
handsome presents as a slight token
Of the esteem in which she is held by
her friends.
The invited guests were: Mrs. J. Fl.
Lawton, Mrs. s. Miller, Mrs. U. s.
Loughary, Mrs. DR.. Mark Hayter,
Mrs. J. B. Thompson, Mrs. d. J..
Becker, Mrs. M. M. DUNCAN, Mrs.
j. D. Smith. Mrs. J. P. vanOrsdel,
Mrs. Oscar Hayter, Mrs. DR.. Cary,
Mrs. M. M. Ellis, Mrs. Eugene Hayter,
Mrs. Willis Simonton, Mrs. r. L..
Chapman, Mrs. DR.. H. L. Toney, Mrs.
J. G. Gaynor, Mrs. Walter Williams,
Mrs. f. j. Chapman; Misses Flora
McCallon, Maude Robertson, Edna
Morrison, Inez Allen, Emma Demp-
sey, Lulu Dempsey, Veva Burns,
Nola Coad, Alta Savage, Clara Guy,
Vera Cosper, Ella Butler, Ruth Guy,
Mary Guy, Georgia Martin, Ruby
Fiske, Francis Byers, May Shelton,
Jennie Muscott, Genevieve Aldrich,
Mabel Guy, Jessie Wiseman, Claudia
Coad, frankie Hayter, Barbara Belt,
Emroy McDevitt, Olive Smith.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1907-03-26
Many City Candidates.

The city political pot is simmering
lively today and promises to reach
the boiling point before next Monday
1t is reported that all Of the present
city officers will ask for reelection,
but that nearly all of them
will find lively opposition. J. M. Lynn
has filed his petition for the Office Of
Councilman from the Second Ward
and @. E. Shaw is prominently men
toned as a candidate. A petition for
the nomination of A. B. Muir for
Mayor to succeed Ed Biddle was filed
this afternoon. The petition of D. P.
Stouffer for Auditor was also filed.
There appears to be no division OF
sentiment on the rock-crusher propo-
sition.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1907-03-26
OFFERED

for immediate sale, the Asa Shreye
farm Of 224 acres, located about5 miles
southwest from Dallas, which will be
sold as a whole or in parcels as de-
sired. Excellent location for the grow
ing OF apples and other fruit Has a
lO-acre hop yard and good hop house.
Suitable for raising goats and other
live stock. All enclosed with good
fence. Has old house and barn.
For terms OF sale and other par
ticulars inquire OF A. B. Muir, at the
Dallas Tannery, or of Oscar Hayter
Attorney, Dallas, Oregon.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1907-03-26
HOME FROM CALIFORNIA
Mr.. and Mrs. E. c. Kirkpatrick Re-
turn From Seven Weeks Visit
In Los Angeles.

| Mr.. and Mrs. E. @. kirkpatrick
arrived home last night from a seven
weeks visit at the home Of Mr.. Kirk
patrick's parents, DIR. and Mrs. J. E.
Kirkpatrick, in Los Angeles. Mr..
Kirkpatrick says his father and
mother are in good health and are en-
joying life in the lively Southern
California metropolis. A few years
ago their home was a long distance
from the business center, but it is now
almost in the heart of the city, so
rapidly has the population increased.
James, Clifford and Homer Kirk
patrick are still in the electrical sup
ply business and are enjoying an
increasing trade each year. Their
brother-in-law, Simeon Dock, who
married Miss Nina Kirkpatrick, is a
confirmed invalid from the effects Of
stomach trouble and no hope is enter
tained Of his ultimate recovery.
Mr.. and Mrs. Kirkpatrick visited
the Noel family at theirpleasant home
in Alhambra, suburb of Los
Angeles and found them anxious to
hear from all their former friends in
Dallas and to be kindly remembered
to their old neighbors and acquaint-
ances in this city.
After visiting some OF the towns
across the Mexican border, Mr.. and
Mrs. Kirkpatrick returned to Oregon
by way of Sacramento and Ogden,
taking the circuitous route home in
order to avoid the floods in the Upper
Sacramento Valley and the foothills
of the Shasta range. They greatly
enjoyed their extended visit in the
sunny Southland, but are glad to be
at home again.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1907-03-26
LegaI bIanks At thIs ofIlce.

Legal blanks at this office.
y J. Fidler has been visiting rela.
tives in jefferson.
See Campbell & Hollister for sboas
They have some bargains to offer Won
Campbell & Hollister are sellino
shoes this week that Will save Won
money.
Money Of private parties to loan At
per cent on well-improved farms
SIBLEY & EAKIN.
Mrs. M. F. Lee, of Portland. snent
several days in Dallas looking after
business affairs, returning Monday.
Frank Butler, OF Falls CITY. IS in
town today. He is preparing to build
neat cottage for rent on his land
near that town.
Annie McCallister, Is years old and
incorrigible, was TAXED to the BOYS
and Girls Aid Society in Portland bv
Sheriff Grant yesterday.
Wood choppers and wood contractors
wanted to cut wood for the Salem.
Falls City & Western Ry. Co. Apply
to the General Managers office,
Dallas, Or.
A carload Of blue sandstone for
Hawkins Marble Works arrived from
Tenino, Wash, yesterday. The ship
ment weighed 10000 pounds, being
the largest ever received here.
Mrs. Emma Boyd. general organizer
for the Women of Woodcraft, will
meet with Mistletoe Circle, Wednesday,
March 27. All members are urged to
attend. MRS. NELLIE TAToM, clerk.
The members of the LaCreole Club
held a business meeting Sunday
afternoon and elected Sheriff J. M.
Grant, Fred Toner and J. G. Uglow to
serve as directors for the ensuing
year.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1907-03-26
Polk County Observer

legal blanks at this office
niv,e Jubilee Singers, Thursday,
APRIL. 4. r,,.,,..,.
grocery store
Mrs. J. E. Smith Is visiting in Inde-
,andence this week.
Mics ressie Young, Of Dayton, Wis
,.ad friends in Dallas, Sunday,
For the best cigars and freshest
candies, call on Horace Webster
ID. Brown, for Abstracts. Notary
public; typewriting.
mont throw away your old umbrella
until you see Lee Smith.
Tbe OBSERVER Office wants the print
,Og YOU are particular about.
Take the little folks to see the Easter
novelties at Loughary's grocery store.
If YOU want to see something fine in
ak waist patterns, go to the Racket
store.
Complete stock OF Myers spray
rnmps lust received at Guy Bros. &
Dalton's.
R. E. Williams, President of the
Dallas National Bank, was a business
visitor in Portland, Monday.
Representatives OF the Title Guar
antee and Trust Company, Of Port
land. are in the city on business.
Four hop houses belonging to John
Burton at Independence were over
turned by the high wind, Friday
morning.
Dr.. H. L. Toney, dentist; graduate
Of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Office up.
stairs Uglow building. Hours to 70
and 1 to s. Examinations free. Phone
IS.
Tomorrow afternoon at o'clock
skaters from Salem will leave for
Dallas by tallyho to attend the grand
opening Of the Dallas skating rink.
Mondays Salem Journal.
Mrs. Metzger takes pleasure in an
nouncing that on Thursday, March
2S, the ladies Of Dallas and vicinity
may participate In her formal open
ing. A special display OF Spring and
Summer hats will be shown at this
time.
Mrs. Metzger desires to announce
that on Thursday, March 2s, she will
have on display as fine line of mil
linery as has ever been shown in Polk
county. The ladies OF Dallas and
vicinity are invited to view these
beautiful creations.
Because she was treated by a Chris
tian Science healer and refused the
aid of a physician, no medical prac-
titioner will sign the death certificate
of Mrs. W. d. Chaddock, who died of
trichina poison IN Roseburg, Sunday.
The husband is in Michigan, but will
return Immediately to Oregon.
Mrs. Ella j. Metzger has opened a
millinery store in the Bank block at
Falls City and has on display choice
variety Of Spring and Summer hats.
On Friday afternoon and Saturday,
March 80 and 80, she will exhibit a
beautiful line of dress hats, which the
ladies Of Falls City and vicinity are
invited to call and see. 1t is the in
tentlon Of Mrs. Metzger to spend at
least half Of her time in Falls City,
and give her personal attention to
the decoration and display Of mil
linery. st |
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1907-03-26
Rink Opens Tonight.

The Colosseum skating rink will be
formally opened to the public tonight.
The big hardwood floor is in excellent
condition for skating and nearly 400
pairs Of ball-bearing skates have been
provided for the use of the large
crowd which is sure to be Hn attend
ance. Music will be furnished by
Stockwell's band and will add greatly
to the enjoyment Of the evening.
The attendance promises to be even
larger than that of Saturday night,
when the first dancing party was given
in the new rink. This party was the
largest given in Dallas for many
years, about 100 couples being pres
ent Go to the rink tonight and see
the fun.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1907-03-26
WHEAT Is CENTS.

We are Offering Gs cents per bushe
for good wheat delivered at the Dallas
Touring mill.
tt SWEENEY BROS.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
Street Car Strike.

Montgomery, April.-The street rail way situation is intensified by the ar rest of nonunion motormen and con- ductors for several accidents and for al lowing negroes to take up room in the cars allotted to white people.
 One white woman refused to pay her fare because the negroes had all the seats and was about to be eject ed from the car, when citizen inter- fered and prevented it, afterward hay ing the crew held for not observing the city law which provides that part of each car shall be reserved for whites. One of the cars was dynamited Satur- day night and another Monday night, neither resulting in injuries to per sons, but both cars were damaged.
 The papers are calling for settle ment of the differences in order that travel may not be a menace to life and limb and a source of annoyance to the ladies and children. It is ex. pected that citizens meeting will be held to see what can be done.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
Italian Murderer Exported.

New York, April Alfano, alleged leader in Italy of the secret and criminal Camorra Society of Ma ples, who was arrested in this city last week during a police raid on the East Side, was turned over to the immigra- tion authorities, by whom he will be deported to Italy. Alfano escaped from that country shortly after the mysterious murder of one Cuccolo and his wife, crimes of which Alfano and other workers in the ranks of the Camorra are accused Fear of Cue culos ascendency in power in the Camorra is mentioned as the motive for the murders. It is said that sev- eral Xfnk kesses alleged that Alfano had threAfened them unless large sums of money were paid him.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
To Test Molasses.

New Orleans. April,-Announcement has been made that nine negro in mates of the Parish jail will be used by the State Board of Health in five weeks test to learn whether sugar molasses as it has been manufactured in Louisiana for many years is inju- rious to human health. Sulphuric acid is used in the Louisiana process and the use of this chemical was recently stopped under an interpretation of the pure food law. The experiment con sists in feeding the negroes plenty of molasses and making blood tests. President Irion of the State Board of Health said that no possible harm could come to the negroes. He said that although the Washington authori- ties are not participating in the exper- iment, Dr. H. w. Wiley, chief of the Bureau of Chemistry, is watching it with interest
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
Peace Doubtful.

Washington. April.-Peace negotia tions in connection iwth the Central Amercan war which have been in progress for the last few days at Amal- apa have come to deadlock, accord ig to Central American advices and 1t is expected that a renewal of hos tilities is impending. Nicaraguans de mand that Salvador shall be held re sponsible for what has occurred, which condition is not acceptable. is the question upon which the difficult ~ rests.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
THE UNEMPLOYED x
DISCHARGED WORkMEN LAY THEIR GRIEVANCE BEFORE
 ENGLISH PARLIAMENT.

?. London, April.-The ''cry of the un- employed" was raised in London again the 22nd when several thousand skill ed workmen who had been discharged from the Woolwich arsenal as the out come of War Secretary Haldane's scheme of reducing military expenses, marched with bands and banners to the House of Commons to impress their grievances upon the government The complaints of the men are far reach ing, representing not only loss of em- ployment, but the wiping out of their savings invested in little properties To- cated in the historic and heretofore prosperous town of Woolwich.
 Some of the discharged men had been employed in the arsenal at Wool wich for not less than 30 years. A number of printers and other trades men joined the procession, which was further augmented by strong body of workers from the army clothing factory at Pimlico. The entire s miles of march was thickly lined with spectators. The procession, which was perfectly orderly, was halted at St. Georges Circle, one mile from the house of Parliament, and from here a deputation of picked men proceeded to the House of Commons to lay the grievances of themselves and their comrades before Premier Campbell Zimmerman.
 The premier announced to the dep utation that the reduction in expenses of the government was necessary but that he hoped that the reduction would not work too great hardship on the workmen. All work possible will be given to the Woolwich arsenal wheTe the discharged men were employed.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
MRS HENRY LEE

Owing to modern methods of living not one woman in a thousand ap- breaches this perfectly natural change without experiencing a train of very annoying and sometimes D a in f ul symptoms.
 This is the most critical period of her whole existence and every woman who neglects the care of her health at this time invites disease and pain.
 When her system is in a deranged condition or she is predisposed to apoplexy or congestion of any organ, the tendency is at this peri O d likely to become active and with a host of nervous irritations make life a burden. At this time also cancers and tumors are more liable to form and begin their destructive work
 Such warning symptoms as sense of suffocatio hot flashes, headaches, backaches, mclancholia, dread of inn pending evil, palpitation of the heart, irregularities, constipation and dizzi- ness are promptly needed by intel ligent women who are approaching the period of life when this grea change may be expected.
 Mrs. Fred Certia, 1914 So. Lafayette Street, So. Bend, Ind, writes:
 Dear Mrs Pinkham =
 "Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Con- pound is the ideal medicine for women who
 When a medicine has been actually thousands of women, yo it, ''I do not believe it will help and family to try Lydia E. Pinkh
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
1t Cures While You Walk.

Aliens Foot Ease is certain cure for hot, sweating, callous, and swollen, aching feet. Sold by all druggists. Price 25c. Don't acceptany substitute. Trial package FREE. Address Allen s. Olmsted. Le Roy, N Y.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
Never Fails,

There is one remedy, and only one I have ever found, to cure without fail such troubles in my family as Eczema, Ringworm, and all others of an itching character. That remedy is Hunts Cure. We always use it and it never fails. w. M. CHRISTIAN,
 Rutherford, Tenn.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

The Rev w. Arthur Noble of Corea has one of the largest districts in Methodism. Recently he walked 300 miles, the church in one section of his district being near enough for him to do this.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
chanae Wrouqht by Time.

Dinizulu, the Zulu chief once wide ly known and feared in war, has a graphophone with which he enter tains his guests He has also an or gan built in England, on which he plays
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
An AnimaI.Lover's Ambition.

To be genuine lover of animals, snd to be able to effect an improve ment in the breed of those which ap- peal most to ones fancy, is to add fresh and lasting source of enjoyment to life.-Country Life.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
MRS. FRED CERTA

are passing through Change of Life. For several months 1 suff cred from bot flashes, extreme nervousness, headache and sleep lessness. 1 had no appetite and could not sleep. l had made up my mind there was no help for me until l began to use Lydia K. Pinkhan's Vegetable Compound, my bad symptoms ceased, and it brought me safely through the danger period, built up my system and am in excellent health I consider Lydia E. Finkham's Vegetable Compound unsurpassed for women during this trying period of life.'
 Mrs. Henry Lee, 60 Winter Street, New Haven, Conn.,, writes:
 Dear Mrs. Pinkham:-
 After suffering untold misery for three years during Change of Life I heard of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound 1 wrote you of my condition. and began to take Lydia F.. Pinkhams Vegetable Com pound and followed your advice, and to-day l am well and happy. I can now walk any where and work as well as anyone. and for years previous 1 had tried but could not get around without help. l consider your medi- cine sovereign balm for suffering women"
 Women passing through this critical period should rely upon Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. If there is anything about your case you don't understand write to Mrs Pinkham, Lynn, Mass, for advice. It is free and has guided thousands to health.
 uccessful in restoring to health. cannot we'll say without trying me-" It is your duty to yourself
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
Do Not Suffer,

No use suffering from Itching Piles when one box of Hunts Cure is abso- lutely guaranteed to cure any case. One application will convince you of it's merits.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

Old Sofas. Backs of Chairs. etc, can be dyed with PUTNAM FADELESS DYES, fast, bright, durable colors
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

Pure! Pleasant, Potent Three inter- esting facts about Garfield Tea, the Nat ural laxative It is made of Herbs and is guaranteed under the Pure Food and Drug Law
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

No conquest IS so severe as his who labors to subdue himself.-T.~a Kem- pis.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25
chivalrous English Candidates.

In a recent municipal election at Chard, England, two male candidates withdrew in order that two women might have an uncontested election
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

Lies often tread on the toes of the unshod truth.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

Itch cured in 30 minutes by Woolfords Sanitary Lotion. Never fails. At druggists.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

nDnDCI NEW pTSCOXERT; gives 05HOE O quick relief and cures worst cases. Book of testimonials and 10 days treatment FREE.
 DIR. II. H. GREENS SONS. Box R. ATLANTA. GA.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

Discovery of Alcohol. Alcohol was discovered in the thir. teenth century.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

It's an undisputed fact that some men do not have any more sense when they get married than they did when they were born.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

Mrs. Windows Soothing Syrup. For children teething softens the guus reduces in nsmmaton, allsys pain, cures wind collie. 25c bottle
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

Take Garfield Tea in the spring-it will save you many days of headache, lassitude and general ill health. This natural laxa- tive puriies the blood, cleanses the sys- tenn and establishes a normal acticn of liver, kidneys and bowels.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

Australians Will Go Back. Australia has arranged for the re- patriation of 1000 discouraged Aus tralians now in South Africa.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

A bird In the bush is worth three In the hand-from the birds viewpoint.
The Carlisle independent., 1907-04-25

to do this
The Spanish Fork press. [volume] (Spanish Fork, Utah) 1902-current, 1907-12-05
CAUGHT whisksrs In. Sc.

In locking his safe the other niv,,
prior to his going home for SUNNI.
George Edgemont, paperhanger who
lives at Jefferson street and Hernia,
age lane, Manayunk, shut the safa
door upon his flowing whiskers and
was held until released by his dapph.
ter, says the Philadelphia INQUIRER
Edgemont had been out col,ect,no
bills during the day. Returning to hIs
office he opened his safe and placed
the money in it. He then threw tbe
door shut, catching the end of bis
beard in the door. In the excitement
incident to his odd predicament be
forgot the combination and so could
not release himself With his chin
resting on the safe he was discov.
cred about an hour after the accident
by his daughter, who came to find
what had delayed him. The safe vas
broken open by locksmith.
The Spanish Fork press. [volume] (Spanish Fork, Utah) 1902-current, 1907-12-05
TIE
General Demand

of the Well Informed of the World has
always been for a simple, pleasant and
efficient liquid laxative remedy Of known
value; laxative which physicians could
sanction for family use because its COM
ponent parts are known to them to bs
wholesome and truly beneficial in effect
acceptable to the system and gentle, yet
prompt, in action.
In supplying that demand with its ex.
cellent combination OF Syrup Of Figs and
Elixir of SIENNA, the California Fig Syrup
Co. proceeds along ethical lines and relies
on the merits of the laxative for its remark
able success.
That is one of many reasons why
Syrup Of Figs and Elixir of SIENNA is given
the preference by the Wel-Informed.
To get its beneficial effects always buy
the genuine -manufactured by the Cali
fornia Fig Syrup Co., only, and for sale
by all leading druggists. Price fifty cent?
per bottle.
The Spanish Fork press. [volume] (Spanish Fork, Utah) 1902-current, 1907-12-05
METHODS ARE TOO STRENUOUS.
Why Yankee Statesmen Have Not Snc-
ceeded In South America.

In the matter of statesmen abroad,
we must have men who not only speak
the language but who are also thor
oughly conversant with the customs
and idiosyncrasies of the people with
whom they deal, says the Engineering
Magazine. The South American, in
his buying as in almost everything
else, is most deliberate person as
we'll as sensitive one. A salesman
who will call, smoke a cigarette, talk
nconsequently about the weather, the
theater and the races, and answer
questlons-should any happen to be
asked-rather than make assertions
about his goods. will outsell, five to
one, the liveliest hustler that ever
opened up a sample case. This is a
thing SO contrary to the instinct of the
American salesman that, to date, in
his wanton disregard of 1t, he has con-
Stantly played into the hands of his
more experienced European rivals.
Your Yankee drummers." says the
latter politely. ARE the greatest sales
men in the world-in America"