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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
COUNTY REPUBLICAN
COMMITTEE
DULY ORGANIZED YESTER-
DAY AND OFFICERS NAMED
FOR THE ENSUING TWO
YEARS.

Pursuant to call, the Republican
County Central Committee met yes
terday afternoon. The meeting was
called to order by c. J. Curtis, acting
secretary. The following members
were present: Astoria: w. F. Nc
Gregor, F. l. Dunbar, Karl Knoblock,
#. J. Carney, c. J. Curtis; Clatsop;
r. A. Abbott; Seaside: R. A. Price;
Elsie: o. M. Jacobson; Westport:
Robt. McMath.
w. F. McGregor was elected tenn
porary chairman and c. J. Curtis,
temporary secretary. The committee
then proceeded to effect a permanent
organization. The following officers
were elected: Chairman, w. +. Nc
Gregor; secretary, F. |. Dunbar; as
sistant secretary, c. ]. Curtis; treas
urer, Frank Patton.
o. NJ. Jacobson was declared a mem
Der of the committee from Elsie pre-
cinct. Fl = EA
The following delegates were elect
ed to the state and congressional
convention: w. T. Scholheld, w, r.
McGregor, F. l. Dunbar, R. A. Alb
-
bott, F. ]. Carney, Charles Guilliume
C. C. Fulton and Jas. w. Welch.
There being no further business the
meeting adjourned to the call OF the
chairman.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
CADETS EXECUTED.
For Shooting at the Presient OF
Guatemala.

MEXICO CITY, April 22.-The
shooting at Guatemala City during
which President Estrada Cabrera was
wounded was done by cadets OF the
Polytechnic Institute, according TO
advices received here yesterday from
Guatemala. The cadet had been Sc
lected to act as guards OF honor dur
ing the return OF the new American
minister, Major William Heimcke and
opened fire as the president entered
the palace. The dispatches from
Guatemala state that several members
OF the presidential party were wound
ed, one or two fatally. The president
himself received several wounds, none
OF them serious, The dispatches
stated that eight cadets were execut-
cd Immediately after the shooting.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

The Astorian contest is the sub
iect OF discussion in hundreds OF
homes in Astoria and surrounding
country,
The good-naturcd tug-of-war has
opened strongly, and the list OF candi-
dates and aspirants is growing hourly
The voting has started in earnest and
by Sunday April e. at which time the
candidates will be announced for the
first time and the number OF votes
each contestant has, the contest will
have a strong foundation OF interest
II seems there is still some misun-
derstanding as to when the votes WIZ
be counted. The first count will be
made Sunday, April 20. after which
the ballots will be counted every
morning at 10 o'clock, so as to appear
in the following edition OF the AS
torian the next day. Votes received
after that hour will not appear until
the next issue.
The best way to pull up large
number OF votes is by securing NUN"
ber OF subscriptions to the Astorlan'
A little work now will be worth ten
times the amount later on. Get IN the
contest with vim and the Automo-
bile. piano trips and scholarships are
worth vastly more than the effort.
There is a ballot box in the AS"
torian Office where the votes may DC
deposited for any young ladies whom
YOU may see fit to vote for. II you
cannot bring the ballots to the ONCE
send them in by mail to the Contest
Manager and the votes will be ac-
corded to the young lady for whom
they are intended. The votes are
counted twice, so there can be no
mistake as to the proper number oi
ballots accorded to each candidate
The votes are always open Tor inspec'
Ition to insure a fair deal.
How To Win.
Any Young lady who desires to en-
ter this great contest and win one o.
| Of the magnificent prizes offered
should at once see that her name is
sent to the contest manager. Al
THAT is necessary to win prize is to
receive the largest number OF votes
according to the condition mentioned
elsewhere in this announcement.
! Candidates should at once interest,"
their friends in the contest and oy
united and energetic action induce as
Imany people as possible to vote ioi
Them. Each nomination coupon GU
from the Astorian will count Tor hvf
votes for a candidate,
The nomination coupon will only
appear for a few days. The easies :.
and quickest way to win is for canoi
dates to ask their friends to prepa!
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
Personal MENTION

]. B. Eddy, ex-railroad commits
sioner OF Oregon and now right-of-
way man for the O. R. & ~, was a
business visitor in the city yesterday.
James Finlayson left yesterday
morning for three weeks visit to
California,
Frank Bishop, was a homing pas
senger on last nights Portland ex-
press, from a trip to Kent, Wash.
Mrs. Frances Rannells, returned to
this city yesterday, from Kent, Wash
ington, accompanied by her daughter,
Mrs. Lawrence Sloper, who is indis-
posed to make the trip home in be-
half Of her health
w. P. O'Brien is out and down
town and recovering nicely from the
effects Of his recent operation IN
Portland.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

There is frst-class chance for AS
toria to get an armory that will cost
about $4,000, a cracker-jack company
of the Oregon National Guard, and
an armory band.
The whole proposition is to be con-
sidered at the next Monday night
meeting of the Chamber OF Com
merce.
In order that all who may be inter
ested shall have an opportunity OF
attending, the meeting will be held IN
the large room upstairs in the Odd
Fellows building City Attorney e
n Abercrombie who is thoroughly
acquainted with the situation will be
present and personally explain the
details. :.
The first and most important detaii
Of this plan is to organize the mill
tary company Mr.. Abercrombie and
others already have out four petitions
to which may be signed the names Of
young men who desire, to become
members the company. 1t will Dc
necessary that fully IS names OF
Young men who desire to enlist shal
lbe obtained. About 80 names have
already been secured. Any younf
man who desires to join this compan,
should be present at Monday night.
!; meeting, and young men who ar
I members Of the Chamber Of Com
j ~, :..a., IL. ,rafarenra
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
The Palace Restaurant

The ever-incfeasine popularity Of
the Palace Restaurant Is evidence Of
the good management. and the serv-
ice. at this popular dining room. For
long time the reputation Of the
house has been OF the best and Il
does not wane as time progresses.
The system used, that Of furnishing
the finest the market affords, and all
can be obtained. In season. 10 a plan
that will always win, coupled as II 10
with the best Of cooking and prompt
service. A common saying nowadays
10 SECT the Palace habit"
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
CARD.

This is to certify that all druggists
are authorized to refund your money
II Foley's Honey and Tar fails 70
cure your cough or cold. It stops
the cough, heals the lungs and pre-
vents serious results from cold.
Cures la grippe coughs, and prevents
pneumonia and consumption. Con-
tains no opiates, The genuine 10 In
yellow package. Refuse substi'
tutes. T. r. Laurin. Owl Drug
Store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
NEW TODAY
The Commercial.

One Of the eoxiest and most popular
resorts In the city Is the Commercial
A new billiard room. q pleasant sitting
room and handsome fixtures all 20 10
make an agreeable meeting place for
gentlemen. there to discuss the topics
Of the day. play q game Of billiards
and enjoy the hne refreshments serv-
ed there. The best Of goods are only
handled. and this fact being 80 well
known. large business 10 done at the
Commercial, on Commercial street.
near Eleventh.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

for band, after the company Is or
ganized and In case the laws are
enacted. then there Is a splendid op-
portunity for the local band or some
musical organization to get into
splendid business by cooperating and
become the company band.
This will be one OF the interesting
matters to be given consideration at
the next meeting on Monday night
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
THIS MAY INTEREST YOU.

No one is immune from Kidney
trouble, so just remember that
Foley's Kidney Cure will stop the
and cure any case OF
kidney and bladder trouble that Is
not beyond the reach Of medicine.
r. r. Laurin Owl Drug Store,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
LADY MAN1cURrsT ENGAGED.

"The Modern" A. E. Petersen's
beautiful tonsorial establishment, is
to be further modernized on Tuesday
next, by the permanent engagement
of a highly trained young lady
manicurist, who will also serve the
house as cashier.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
The New Pure Food and Drug Law.

We are pleased to announce that
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs,
colds and lung troubles is not affect
ed by the National Pure Food and
Drug law as il contains no opiates
or other harmfal drugs, and we re-
commend It as safe remedy for
children and adults. T. F. Laurin
Owl Drug Store.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
Tho Clean Man.

The man who delights In personal
cleanliness, and enjoys his shave,
shampoo, haircut, and bath, In As
toria, always goes to the occident
barber shop for these things-and
gets them at their best.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

CHICAGO, April 22.-Edward
Hines, president of the Hines Lum-
Der Company, and a well known cap
italist, is dangerously i'll at the Pres
byterian Hospital where he submitted
to critical operation yesterday.
Mr.. Hines is a director of the Con,
tinental National Bank,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
GOOD WOOD.

II you want a good load Of hr wood
or box wood ring up KELLY the
WOOD DEALER,
The man who keeps the
PRICES DOWN.
Phone Main 2lol--Barn, Cor. 18th
and Duane.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
Special Notice.

The Columbia Bottling Company
have just received shipment OF
Weinhard's Book beer which Is bottled
in quarts or pints and ready for sale.
Phone Main 282l and your orders will
receive prompt attention. 4-le-7t.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
COFFEE

The world is full of
anonymous coffee: Java
and Mocha.
Who returns your
money if you don't like
'em?
Your grocer returns your money 4 yOa doaS
Nss SchillInE's Best: we pay him
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

Laus's Family Medicine Is q tonic.
laxative. 1t does not depreSs or weak
en-, but imparts feeling Of buoyancy
and strength that 10 delightful. At all
druggists 2Dc.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
Hot Tamales.

Mr.. Joseph Mobin will have hot
chicken Tamales and Chill beans for
sale at the Weinhart, corner Of Sew
enth and Astor streets. Orders can
be phoned. Main I'LL.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
New Grocery Store.

Try our own mixture OF coiiee-the
J. P. B. Fresh fruit and vegetables.
Ba6ollet & Co. grocers, Phone Main
1881.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

Captain Michael Nolan, ex-master
of lightship No. 81, and we'll known
mariner of this port, arrived here yes
terday on the steamer Alliance, where
he is serving as second officer, having
gone down to Coos Bay, overland, on
a wire summons from Captain Olsen,
to take the position. He is capable
seaman and a thorough gentleman
and the line will lose nothing by his
appointment to the Alliance.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

The very best board to be obtained
In the city 10 at "The occidens Hotel.
Rates very reasonable.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

The steamer Wellesley, from the
Bay City, was among the morning ar
rivals in this port, and she tarried
here but a few moments going on UP
the river.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

The steamer Boveric is due of the
Columbia bar at 7 o'clock this even
ING, Portland bound for a load o.
lumber for the Orient.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

Just received new line OF umbrella
covers. See c. H. Orkwitz, 1877 Tenth
street.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

to discharge a wad of freight, and
then went up stream for her outward
cargo of lumber.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
1ggagUEEn~s~-wg1~gJJvE ~ ~
COAST ARTILLERY
COMPANY

MUCH INTEREST BEING TAX
EN- IN ORGANIZING ONE IN
AsTORIA-THE ENROLMENT
BLANKS NOW OUT = PRoBA-
BILITY OF $4,000 ARMoRY.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

The steamer Westerner lumber
laden for San Pedro, went over the
bar yesterday evening.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

Inspectors Of Hulls and Boilers
Ames and Weldon, will be down from
the metropolis this morning to IN
spect the motor schooner Evie OF
the Elmore feet.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23
NEWS CARNERED GIN
THE DOCKS

CAPTAIN NOLAN NOW SECOND
OFFICER ON STEAMER AL
LIANCE-EUREKA DOWN AND
OFF FOR SOUTH NOTES.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23

The steamer Eureka came down
from Portland yesterday and went to
sea after a brief stop at the Callander
dock, bound for Coos Bay and Eu-
reka, with fair business in cabins
and hold.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-04-23


The steamship Breakwater is due
down from the metropolis this morn
ing on her way to Coos Bay points,
rss' S.-.' - ssses
The British bark Jordanhill, lumber
laden for the Orient, arrived down
stream yesterday, and will leave out
TODAY on her trans-Pacifc voyage.
The fine steamship Roanoke cross
ed in yesterday evening at ) o'clock,
and docked at the Calender shortly
after. She was flying light as to
cargo, but was we'll fixed for a pas
senger list. She went on to Portland
almost Immediately.
The steamer Homer is due down
from the metropolis this morning,
bound for the Bay City.
The stout steamer St. Helens, ar
rived in yesterday morning and tied
I'D at the Calender dock for an hour
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08
CAMPBELL SEARCHES
FOR LOST BROTHER
WALTER TAME, MISSING MAN,
WAS FORMERLY IN THIS
CITY,

PENDLETON, April S.-Searchins
for trace of a long lost brother who
was last heard of in Umatilla county
% years ago. A. G. Campbell. of Ficto-
ria, B. c., spent Saturday and Sunday
in Pendleton and then went on TO Wal
la Walla.
The missing man, some trace OF
whom is now eagerly sought, went by
the name of Walter Tame and he was
a bridge contractor. The last word any
member of the family had from him
was a letter written from this county
in May, 1886.
Tame or Campbell should be about 80
years of age at the present time and is
described as being rather stockily
built
A c. Campbell, the brother who is
making the search, is linotype opera =
tor in a newspaper plant in Victoria
He will greatly appreciate any infor-
nation which might be sent him con-
corning his missing relative.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08
THE SIMPLE HOME TEST
Tells How to Find Out # the
Kidneys are Affected
AND The HOME REMEDY
Highly Recommended Prescription
Which Any One Can Prepare
at Home.
A we'll known authority states that

A we'll known authority states that
there are more cases of kidney trouble
here now than ever before, while re-
cent reports show that more people
Succumr each year to some form of
kidney trouble 1t is nothing more or
less than excessive uric acid in the
blood. which the sluggish, inactive kid
neys have failed to sift out, leaving it
to decompose and settle about the
Oints and muscles, causing intense suf-
ferlng; frequently resulting in de-
formity; often reaching the heart
when death ensueS.
Pains across the bach frequent.
painful and suppressed uriration and
other symptoms of weak bladder are
not the only signs of kidney trouble;
many cases of stomach disease, head
ache, pain in the heart, inactive liver,
etc. are but symptoms: the cause of
which can be traced to feeble, clOgged
kidneys.
The physicians for the insurance
and report on the condition of the
urine. It is a certain sign of sickness
or health of the human body.
A test of the urine should be made
by every man and woman at least once
each year. A simple test is to void
small quantity Of urine in a bottle or
glass ard let it stand over night; next
morning, if there is a reddish brick
dust sediment. or white, f1eecy sub
stance present, either consult some rep
utable physician or take good vegeta-
BILE treatment. The following prescrip-
ton is recommended highly in these
cases. and if desirable. the sufferer can
mix it at home. Any good prescription
pharmacy has the ingredients, which
are harmless and inexpensive: Com
poun Kargon, one ounce; Fluid Extract
Dandelion, one-half ounce: Compound
Syrup Sarsaparilla, three ounces. Shake
we'll and use in teaspOOnful doses after
each meal and at bedtime Where any
of the symptoms enumerated above are
present, good results are sure to follow
Immediately the use of this simple pre-
script'on.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08

Returns from Tacoma's city election
show that Mayor Wright, the democrat
ic candidate to succeed himself. was
Overwhelmingly defeated by Judge
Linck. the republican candidate AL
though in many ways, Mayor Wright
gave Tacoma a creditable admnistra-
ton. his defeat was largely brought
about by charges Of graft in paving
deals which he could not successfully
defend and the campaign of villifica-
ton against his opponents and the Ia
coma newspapers which the mayor
waged in al effort to carry the election
Simple denials that the mayor was not
cognizant of shady deals in paving
matters. failed to clear his administra-
ton of public suspicion ana as was to
be expected. the voters stood for q
cleaner administration.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08

Two prominent women of Salem are
under arrest for horsewhipping a
Methodist preacher. whom they allege
made uncomplimentary statements
fair has created a decided sensation
among Salem's elite and church work
siderable notOriety in the Oregon news
papers. No good can come, except per-
raVhide and the two Salem women
would better have secured satisfaction
in some other maner than by publicly
horsewhipping their alleged defamer..
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08
Critics Praise Clark.

In every city where Creston Clark
has appeared this season, the critics of
the press have been unanimous in their
commentator of his new play, The
,ccrded the star the WarmeSt praise for
young man of university education,
his brilliant portrayal of the central
role, that of Andrew MichaeP. a
young man of university education.
who finds himself battling against great
odds in his efforts to win a command
ing position in the world The scenes
At Keylor Grand theater April IA.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08

In compromising with the O. r. & n.
III the matter of the railroads county
taxes, the commissioners will, I'M
doubtedly, be subjected to some criti-
cism on the part of taxpayers who be-
leve that railroads should be stuck
for every cent possible The commits
siOners, however. probably adopted the
wisest course, in view Of the fact that
the county, III order to collect the
amount assessed against the road,
would have been compelled to resort to
long and expensive litigation with the
chances that in the long run the coun-
~ would have had to accept even less
than the commissioners compromised
for. The assessment on which the COM
promise was effected was made by the
state tax commission.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08
Bio Auto Hill Climb.

NEW YORK, April Second only
Ito the automobile parade as a feature
of carnival week will be tomorrow S
great hill climb on Fort George Hill
Final arrangements have been COM
clude the speediest cars ever gotten
like event In point of numbers too, to-
!morrow's climb will eclipse any similar
ievent held anywhere.
The committee in charge of arrange
Iments has completed the plans, which
are pleasing to large majority Of the
contestants.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08
PROCLAMATION.
To the citizens of Walla Walla: :

e To the citizens of Walla Walla: =
= Whereas, for the purpose of the =
+ roundings in both public and pri- +
= vate places, it has been customary 4
+ to designate a day known as =
+ Arbor Day. for the observance of +
+ this custom in the planting of +
+ trees and shrubs and =
+ Whereas, the Commercial club +
/. of Walla Walla has advocated =
I. the Importance of making Arbor +
+ day an appropriate occasion for +
I. a general cleaning up and beauti- +
+ flying of our city, and +
+ the state of Washington has des- +
!. ignated Thursday next, April 9, as +
+ "Arbor Day." +
1. Now, therefore, /, George E. 4!
+ Kellough, mayor f the city of +
+ Walld Walla, do hereby pro- +
+ claim Thursday, April 9, 1908, as +
4. day appropriate for the general +
I. cleaning and identifying of the +
!. city, and in order that every ia +
+ cility to this end may be accorded +
+ the community, 1 hereby declare +
z LOT ha =
+ disposition of rubbish and other +
i waste material-or any other ordi i
+ nance in force pertaining thereto +
+ suspended during said day. +
+ All business houses and public +
+ and private schools are hereby +
+ called upon to cooperate in this +
+ effort for the public good, and it +
+ is expected that they, one and all +
+ will close on said April 8. at the i
+ hour Of 1 o'clock, p M and remain +
+ closed for the rest of the day. 4.
+ which every citizen has part; let !.
+ each one show his or her interest /.
+ and pride in the health and ap- +
+ pearance of the city by contribu- +
+ ting in every way possible to- +
+ wards it's success. 1.
y GEORGE f. KELLOUGH, +
= Attest: Mayor. !.
+ T. D. S. HART, City Clerk i
+ + + + + + + + 1. 4. i. + + /. +
Wait for the cars at the Book Nook.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08
Walla Walla's In;e ests, First, Last
and Always.

The council has done we'll, in declin-
ing to issue another license to the
Fountain saloon until it has been thor
resort in the future. The Fountain sa-
loon under it's present ownership has
been Il constant source of annoyance to
the council notwithstanding frequent
reprimands and fines for the violation
of city and state laws.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08
The Best He Knew.

Gladstine, a jamaican negro. was
assistant to district physician in the
canal zone. and, being rather poor in
his Latin, the bottles had been mum
ish labcrer came in for medicine, and
the doctor told his worthy assistant
to give him two pills out Of number six.
After he had gone, the doctor asked:
Gladstone, did you give the man a
dose of number six?"
"Oh, no. sah. doctor; numbah six
was finished, so just gave him one pill
numbaa TWO"
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-04-08

fairs of Jerome Bonaparte ana Eliza
beth, better known as Betsy Patterson
lof Baltimore which terminated in their
decree in an order from his imperial
brother, Napoleon. In this comedy
which teens with romance and at
imosphere of the chivalrous days Of
! 1903 Miss Mannering as the heroine
/ is said to have supplied one of the best
mediums she has ever employde. The
brilliant one.