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The Newport miner. [volume] (Newport, Wash.) 1899-current, 1908-02-20
Rescued a "Foxy" Squirrel.

A man in New York state who owns
several fine cats stepped out Of his
house one day to see two Of his feline
possessions crouched in the grass, and
eQuidistant between them sat COM
mon striped squirrel, not daring to
move a hair lest he invite the sharp
claws Of one or both Of his enemies,
but the anxious brown eyes rolled from
side to side as he calculated his chances
Of escape between the two. The man
walked on toward the squirrel, and
when he came within jumping distance
the squirrel seized his opportunity and
leaped upon the mans trousers and
ran nimbly to his shoulder. Then the
man backed slowly toward a tree at
no great distance from him. Again
when within leaping distance the
squirrel jumped into the tree and dis
appeared amid it's branches.
The Newport miner. [volume] (Newport, Wash.) 1899-current, 1908-02-20
NEWS OF OLD TOWN

The past week has been one OF the
most lively periods that old-tlmers nave
since the high water OF
few wears ago. The town is being regu-
lated by the officials in charge. War
rants were sworn out the latter part OF
the week against Dan Graves and John
McNeilly. They were charged with be-
ING what is commonly called "undesir-
able citizens" The case was called al
Constable Newsome's hotel, and large
number of prominent citizens from both
sides of the line attended. Justice Nc
Curdy oficiated, and VIM. Vane as.
sumed the position OF public prosecutor
Attorney Taylor, of Standpoint, repre-.
sented the defendants. A jury was
waived and several witnesses testified
pro and con. The Judge took the latter
view of the case, and gave the prisoners
their liberty, with the proviso that they
would not be seen entering or leaving 6
certain house on the Idaho side during
the ensuing 80 days.
E. B. Warmer, who occasionally fur
nishes few items regarding affairs of {
public character from this side to Thu
paper, was arrested on warrant sworn
out before Justice McCurdy by Constable
Newsome. Warmer, who is commonl.
called "Skip," is charged with, beinl
disorderly one night last January. HI
asked for a change of venue, which wa
granted by the justice, and the case will
be heard at Priest River Saturday after
noon. The defendant is out on bail.
Sheriff Doust was in the town in at
tendance at the trials on Monday
SANDY" Judge. of Standpoint, greete'
old friends in both towns on Monday.
A diamond drill will be ordered b
mining men interested in the Newpor
district and will be used during the com
ing summer.
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Snuff as Medicine.

ooh, yes," said the tobacconist, as he
tapped jar filed with cinnamon col
ored powder, 81 sell an ounce or two Of
snuff questionable the old, as a
rule. The young will seldom look at
snuff. And those who do use it i'm
pute medicinal virtues to it. Thus old
fashioned watchmakers, gem cutters
and tailors think that pinch Of snuff
now and then improves the eyesight.
They think it refreshes and fortif1es
weary eyes as a cup Of tea refreshes
and fortides weary brain. Others
think snuff cures a cold. Others take
1t for the headache. Others still be-
1ieve that 1t wards off contagion. Per-
sonally I believe that snuff taking IS
less harmful than smoking. It's effect,
too, Is pleasanter than the effect Of
sm0king-it is a most soothing and
fascinating effect once you get used to
it-but the habit is untidy and there
fore it can get no hold upon us in this
aesthetic age."-Los Angeles Times.
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For maps and prices see Charles F.
Craig.
Notice is hereby given that there will
be a meeting of the stockholders of the
First National Bank of Newport or
Tuesday, March 18th, 1908, at 80 p. M.
at the office of the association. A. E
Reid, Cashier.
Builds up waste tissue, promotes ap-
petite, improves digestion, induces re-
freshing sleep, gives renewed strength
and health. That's what HOLSTERS
Rocky Mountain Tea will do. 35c, Tea
or Tablets. Adams Pharmacy. -
Jeweler Desart has bought the big safe
formerly. owned by the Pend d'Oreille
Valley State bank and later used in its
branch at Cusick. This safe has been
used by banks at Colville and Latah,
WASH, in addition to being used in this
section. It weighs three tons and a
half and has time lock com bination
The Newport miner. [volume] (Newport, Wash.) 1899-current, 1908-02-20
HIGH CLASS PROPERTY
IN DEMAND

The sale this week of three business
blocks on Washington Ave. at $50 per
front foot marks record for prices be-
tween First and Second streets on the
main thoroughfare, and shows the big
demand there is for close in high class
property. These sales were made to
local men who are alive to the conditions
and who have seized the opportunity
and will make money. These lots will
all be improved with substantial struc-
lures as soon as the owners can make
the necessary arrangements.
When you think Of business lots re-
member I have the only 60-foot corner
left on Washington avenue, and $4,000
takes it for the next 10 days. Spring is
coming. Why not take time by the fore
lock and buy before prices advance?
Here is a list of good values:
Residence Lots.
$62.5O-2 lots on State Ave.
$75-2 lots on Washington Ave.
$75-2 lots on Newport Ave.
So down, IS per month.
Splendid Buys in Homes
$550-5-room house, good repair, close
in, fine 60-foot east frontage, wood shed,
chicken house, etc., set to fruit and
fenced. A genuine snap.
+ Several other 4 and broom houses ON
my list of bargains.
When you buy acre tracts consider
every standpoint the location, the quail
ity of soil, supplyof water, prices, etc.
Cedar Park has every advantage and
is the choicest ground around Newport.
Prices low and terms easy. Can save
yon money by buying within the next 80
days. II you want good ranch or TIM
Der land, write or call for prices.
A. NJ. I'll A r RIS.
NEWPORT. WASH
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Spirit Lake Lots

For maps and prices see Charles F
Craig.
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Must Be Sold.

have given up my position with the
navigation company. and as business
calls me elsewhere 1 will sell my six.
room house at sacrifice. Think of it l..
this house and two lots and half for
$4,000. R. B. Woodson.
Call at the First National Bank for
further particulars.
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Monarch is always the best.
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School Notes

Most Of those who were out Of
school on account of sickness have
returned.
Lonnie Shacke1ton, pupil of
the Third grade, was taken to a
hospital I'm Spokane for an opera
ton. 1t is reported that he is
getting along we'll.
Each room had valentine box
last Friday. The Sixth and Sew
|enth grade rooms had short pro-
gram before opening theirs. The
merry laughter, which could be
heard in every part lof the building,
indicated that they all must have
enjoyed st. Valentines day.
Instruments Recorded
The following is from the daily report
of the Stevens County Abstract Com
pany, Colville:
] M Culberson to T HI Mccullough.
part Its 1884, blk 81, Talmadge's add,
tract A, Talmadge's End add and tract
adjoining Newport, 5000.
| Newport Wash Land Co, to A Wal
ton, Its So, blk 80. Talmadge's 3rd add
to Newport, $3.50.
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One II x Is inch Nagle Engine.
One OOH. P. Traction Engine.
One 10Th. P. G. C. Clark Engine.
One All. P. Upright Engine.
One 24-H. P. Gasoline Engine.
One Finch Corlis Crank Shaft.
One 65-H. P. Boiler.
One 18Th. P. Boiler.
One 10Th. P. Boiler.
One 5-H. p. Boiler.
One Sawmill Carriage complete.
Two q" 7 it. Saw Arbors.
Five small Saw Arbors.
One 50" inserted Tooth Saw.
One so" inserted Tooth Saw.
Three 16" inserted tooth edger Saws.
Four so" solid Tooth Saws.
Two 4S" solid Tooth Saws.
Two AZ" solid Tooth Saws.
Two SO" solid Tooth Saws.
One drag Saw complete.
Two Wood Saws complete.
One 6" Sticker.
One Gardner Steam Pump.
One Moore Steam Pump.
One Hand Pump.
Two "a" Lumber Buggy Wheels.
Six IA" Car Wheels.
Six ~" Car Wheels.
Four 7" Car Wheels.
Ten 1O' Car Wheels, double hange.
Nine 6" Car Wheels, double fange.
Four 2x2 Car Axles.
Two "a" Sheaves.
One %" Propeller.
One Ore Car (new).
1856 feet No. IL rail.
800 feet 2" Pipe.
One 6Ox12" cast Pulley (new).
Skating, Pulleys and Boxes, Pipe
and Pipefttings always on hand.
We put all machinery in perfect
running order before it leaves our
shop. We will be pleased to give
a full description and lowest price
on anything in this list.
Newport Iron Works,
NEWPORT, WASH.
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MEATS e. LARD
CANNED GOODS

Monarch is always the best.
Monarch corn per can. .. .zV
Monarch peas per can. 20
Monarch beans per can. 10
Monarch tomatoes 3 lb. can. rs
Monarch pumpkin 3 Id. can. 20
Standard corn 3 cans for. rs
Standard tomatoes per can. j
Sta ndard tomatoes 3 cans for. 20
Standard peas per can. ....,1U
Standard beans per can. lilo
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Dont forget the minstrel show on
friday night of this week. The proceeds
from this entertainment will be used for
the Detterment and the advancement Of
the interests of Newport. Among other
things at present contemplated Is the
completion of the walk from the Nav;.
gatlon company's docks to WASHINGTON
avenue. The Commercial Club is also
contemplating the issuing of new book
let designed to advertise and male
known TO homeseekers and business men
the advantages offered by this section
Many people have been induced to loco -
mere IN the past by this means Of advor-
using, and the club will make an esna.
clal effort to get out something that vii,
attract newcomers. In this movement
TIE club should have the sunnort 90
every resident and property owner Of
the city. Attend the minstrel show
ENJOY good time and help boost New,
port. 's 1se"
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Advertised Letters

List of letters remaining uncalled for
in the Newport, Wash.P 0. to date, are
The Newport miner. [volume] (Newport, Wash.) 1899-current, 1908-02-20
County Loses in Suit Over Taxes.

A decision was handed down by the
supreme court of the state last week,
holding that the commissioners of Stew
ems county erred in 1906 in disregarding
the orders of the state tax commission
in fixing values for taxation of railroad
properties.
The result will be that Steyens.coun-
tvs tax receipts from the Spokane Falls
q Northern Railroad will be reduced by
$1,000 for the year 1906. The state tax
commission fixed the value of first-class
or main line railroads at $14,25O mile
and other classes of track in proportion.
Inc Stevens county commissioners
raised the valuation to $25 900 per mile.
The Spokane Falls & Northern sued the
treasurer of the county to restrain him
from collecting taxes on the increased
basis and won out in the superior conrt
The commissioners carried the matter
TO the supreme court and have now lost
out.
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
AMERICANS AGAIN Win
IN The OLYMPIC GAMES
They Take Relay and Hurdle Race,
Smashing acknowledgement
'Sportsmen" Cheer Their
Beaten FaVorite.

London, July 25.--Amid the cheers
of his countrymen, Halswelle, the
English runner, this morning ran the
final of the 400-meter flat race In
the Olympics, which was won last
Thursday by ]. C. Carpenter of Cor
nell, and was declared void by the
judges on the allegation that Carpen-
ter fouled Halswelle. Carpenter was
disqualified and the other contestants
refused to- run the race over. Halls
Welle tried to lower the record but
failed
Dorando, the Italian runner, who
was assisted yesterday to the tape in
the finish of the Marathon race, has
quite recovered from the strain of
his awful effort and today desired to
lodge a protest against giving the race
to John F. Hayes, of the Irish-Amer-
lean A. c. on the ground that he had
been interfercd with by officials of
the course and II left alone could
have won. His protest. however, was
too late for consideration.
The final in the l6OO-meter relay
race was won easily by the American
team.
The final in the 110-meter hurdle
race was won by F. c. Smithson of
Multnomah A. c., with j. c. Garrels
of Chicago A. A. second A. 3. Shaw
OF Dartmouth college third. The time
was Is seconds. a worlds record.
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
MAN WHO DOES THINGS
IS LOGICAL CANDIDATE
Declares That Sentiment Through.
out Territory Is Favorable to
Andrews Despite Newspaper
Attacks Would be UnWise
to Send any Other Man
July s5. 1908.

July 25. 1908.
Editor of the Citizen, Albuquerque
New Mexico.
Dear Sir:--I have read with con-
siderable interest the various articles
In the newspapers throughout the
territory upon the candidacy of w. III.
Andrews for denomination upon the
Republican ticket as delegate to Con-
gress. From my extensive travels
throughout the territory prior to the
hrst OF last December and when there
was no heat of political battle over
the election of any individual to Con-
gress, universal expressions of good
VIII and appreciation of the work or
Mr.. Andrews in Congress were heard
on every hand. 1t is therefore sur
prising to note the sentiment attempt
ed to be engendered by various news
papers in the territory.
In my opinion, Mr.. Andrews at this
tine is the most logical candidate.
From personal observation in Wash
ington of his work in Congress and
the intimacy OF his association with
those who control legislation, it would
gress some one new to the workings
OF the House Of Representatives. If
the people of New Mxico are desirous
Of being represented by some one who
can secure some material benefits for
the territory. 1t is indeed a poor argu-
ment that Mr.. Andrews Is a weak can
didate and that the Republican party
should select some other, when 1t is
a well known fact that very few MEM
bers of Congress entitled to vote ac-
complish anything during their first
term.
l have also viewed with considera-
Bile interest the attacks made upon
Mr.. Andrews personal character in
the papers of the Territory, and am
yet awaiting to hear of his indict-
ment by any grand jury in the state
or pennsylvania, growing out of the
transactions referred to In such ar
ticles. / have always assumed that il
was principle of Anglo Saxon juris-
prudence that a person was innocent
until proven guilty. In this case.
however, the opposite seems to be the
rule.
While the other candidates mem
toned for the nomination are per-
sonal friends of mine and would
make good delegates, still believe
as matter Of party policy Mr.. An
drews at this time could subserve our
interests better In view of the possi-
bility Of our early securing statehood,
and would be of more service than
any other person, to our own COM
munity In particular. Yours truly.
f. l.. MEDLER.
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
COUNTRY PROSPEROUS
SAYS REAL ESTATE MAN
a. Il. Martin Returns From Eastern
Trip and Is Glad to BE Back
Again.

A. L.. Martin OF the Porterfield Real
Estate company, has returned to the
city from Chicago, Detroit and other
cities in the middle west and reports
crops in that section of the country
in a most flourishing condition, plenty
of rain having fallen this season. Mr..
Martin says farmers are getting so
cents a bushel for corn and all other
grain prices are i'm proportion. Ev-
erything looks very prosperous.
Albuquerque Is certainly good
enough for me-" said Mr.. Martin this
morning. "Of course, the green fields,
stretching for miles and miles along
botn sides Of the railroad tracks on
the way there look beautiful enough.
but the west, and especially Albu-
querque. has the climate, should
ever go east again, it viii he IN the
tall OF the year, as the heat there at
this time of the year is extreme, the
thermomete registering over 1Ol de-
yrees one day in Chicago while / was
there. Yes, I am glad 10 be back in
he territory again and intend TO re-
main here for some little time to
.Ome"
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
DRAFT NECESSARY
TO GET HIS CONSENT
New York Committeeman Didn't
Want the Honor" But AnnOunC-
ed That he Would Take 1t II
There Was no Way to
Get Out of II

Chicago, July 25.-William J. Bryan
wants Norman L. Mack, national
committeeman from New York. to
manage his campaign, and although
Mack did not consent at first he Is
being urged by the subcommittee
which is meeting here today to ac-
cept the chairmanship of the national
committee.
An informal conference was held
and when it broke up Mack an
nounced that he was not a candidate
for the craftsmanship but would serve
If drafted. This is generally taken to
mean that he will be the new chair
man.
william ]. Bryan arrived this morn
ing to attend the meeting of the sub
committee of the national committee
charged with the duty of selecting a
national chairman and other officers.
Bryan was accompanied by his broth
er Charles, former Governor Osborne
of Wyoming and a corps of newspaper
men.
At the depot Bryan was cheered by
the crowd. At the Aud torium Annex
Bryan met his running mate, Kern,
and other members of the commit
tee, and gathering of old friends.
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
ROADS WILL MAXI
REDUCED RATES
Iwo-Cent Fare Has Beei Maintained
[ Tor Months, But WllBe Kept
Up no LODge

Chicago, July 25.-Tl two-cent
passenger rate which the restern rail
roads have maintained ever since
state Legislatures began hacking at
revenues derived from III branch of
business has gone 10 snsh. Here
after reduced rates will made, and
will be as low as any inGldual rail-
road sees fit 10 make tim in order
TO induce business, controt or please
Constituents.
Notice was given by the Rock
Island lines today that la PROPOSE
tion 10 grant a reduced re for the
merchants meeting 10 beeld In Chi
cago and elsewhere IS vot down, in
dependent action will btaken by
them. 1t Is stated that fter vainly
striving with other rOadso maintain
Gems as the minimum p3enger rate
IN western territory they I've decided
that II cannot be done. anvil there
fore make a rate of " ats for the
round trip for merchan meetings
when so requested
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
would in no wise be identified with
affairs political here

would in no wise be identified with
affairs political here.
The appointment of foreign MEM
Der of the primary commission was
urged on the grounds that with some
individuals at least, anyone who might
be appointed from this county would
be under more or less criticism. no
matter how hard he might try to be
fair.
If the third member of the COM
mission were taken from another
county then all grounds for suspicion
would be wiped out and there would
be no chance for a controversy as to
his local affiliations.
While II Is known that this county
has any number of men who would
fill the position with absolute integ-
rity and who would discharge the du-
ties in the best of faith, still 1t was
urged that the selection of some one
from another county would be a long
step towards harmony.
1t is not known whether or not the
governor will act upon the suggestion
nor whether the suggestion has been
made to him,
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
SIDEWALK TO Be
IkIfLt HIGHER
Council Determines That Walk
Around Convention Hall Shall BE
on Level With Elk's Walk
Health Officer APP
pointed.

The city council yesterday at a spe-
cial session held in Mayor Lester Of
flee decided to make deviation from
its sidewalk grade policy by allowing
the builders ot the convention hau
to ra.se the sidewalk around the place
overa foot above the established
grade.
The decision was reached after Al
dermen Augie, Wroth, Learnard,
Neustadt and Coen had visited the
place anu investigated the reasons
why the builders aid not care to COM
ply with the stipulated grade for Sill
yer avenue. The convention hall was
built with the understanding that the
sidewalk around 1t would be on the
same grade with the Elks' opera
house walk. Mayor Lester said that
the Mckee administration had agreed
on thls, because If the convention hall
walk was la d to the established grade
there would be step down between
the tWo buildings. This would make
tn walk around the Elks opera house
more unsightly than it is at present.
1t would be better TO have the entire
block on Fifth street out of grade.
According to the decision of the
council, the petition signed by the
property owners on Silver avenue Is
turned down and the walk around
the convention hall will be out of
grade. The grade of the Elks' opera
house walk will be carried along the
Fifth street side and to the Silver
avenue door of the convention hall.
From the door to the west side of the
hall the walk viii be sloped until it
meets the stipulated grade of the ave-
nue..
Thomas Moran, formerly bookkeep-
er for +. +. McCanna, was appointed
city health officer at salary of $75
a month.
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
LAKE MICHIGAN
HIGHER THAN EVER

Chicago, July 25.--Lake Michigan.
during the month of June. was seven
and a half inches higher than the av-
erage June stage for the last decade.
The sans story IL told of the other
lakes, as ascertained by the United
States lake survey. In one month
Lake Superior rose six and a half
inches and Lake Mic iigan three inch
es. Most of the Wisconsin lakes are
higher than they have been for years.
There Is little lake over In Indiana
known as. Kaiser lake. 1t Is now
eighteen inches higher than its aver
age stage, and Lake Corey, a neigh
boring sheet OF water, is much high
er than usual.
At Lake Delavan. Wis, an associa-
ton of cottage and property owners
control the water level, having
bought out the interest OF the mill
site company. The association has
just voted to reduce or lower the
stage by six inches. Even the north
branch of the Chicago river has more
water than usual
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
SEATTLE WILL BE
AN "OPEN" PORT.

Seattle, Wash. July ga fight to
a finish between the ship and dock
owners and the stevedores' union is
in prospect Recently the union be-
gan agitation for the recognition of
the Tacoma union and yesterday sent
a letter Insisting on the recognition of
the Tacoma union. The shipowners
contend that this insistence Is vio-
lation of an agreement entered into
between them and the stevedores last
January. Today the owners and
agents decided TO open an employ
ment office of their own, appointed
a committee to wage the fight and
raised a fund of $4,000 to carry on the
fight. Men will be enjoyed regard
less of whether they are union or
non-union workers and the shipown-
ers declare that they will not again
recognize the union.
There is a possibility that the fight
may extend the length of the coast.
as the Puget Sound Shpowners' AS
ISOLATION Is affiliated with the Ship
owners Association of the Pacific.
which includes San Francisco and
Portland. Vessels had no difficulty
in loadin gtoday. and the union Of
fered 10 Interference, Tacoma has
always been an "open" port and the
January agreement requires no recog-
milton of the Tacoma union. =
Albuquerque citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1907-1909, 1908-07-25
PRISON CRUtLTltS
MADE HIM INSANE
Long Chase Is Taken To Asylum
at Las Vegas.

Las Vegas, n. M. July 25.-(Spe-
ciaL cornell Reese. alias c. w. r.
Dobyns, who was taken through here
to Ration Wednesday, after being
chased for a half year and being held
six months in prison at Monterey,
Mexico, awaiting extradition, was
brought to the insane asylum here to-
day.
Reese was taken back to Ration for
trial by a santa Fe special officer.
He was arrested after a long chase.
on the charge Of trying to destroy a
Santa Fe locomotive, but it was six
months before he could be brought
from Mexico and 1t is said that his
treatment in the Mexico prison preyed
on his mind and caused him to go in
sane He tried 10 Kill himself at
Ration, and was then brought here for
safekeeping.