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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
AN OPEN STATEMENT.

= 70 Whom 1t May Concern: =
q During all of yesterday, one =
. or more persons, maliciously =
. inclined and without warrant =
y of truth, circulated report .
y on the streets of Astoria, that =
. | was, personally, responsible =
. for the finding of certain in =
. dictments against certain Of =
y the saloonmen Of this city for 4
= violations of the laws and or =
= dinances, and using my name 4
= in other scandalous and dis
y honorable relations;
. For the benefit Of all to 4
y whom these things have been
= uttered, and BY way OF warn
. ing to those indulging in this !
- sheer defamation and wanton
q faisehood, / here, and now,
. declare that l have never been
. connected with single case
y now before the district, Or
= any other. court, with regard
y to any violation of the saloon !
= or liquor laws Of city or state,
. either as complainant, witness
= or informer.
= make this open statement
= not alone on my own account,
= as citizen, but with view to
= protecting the interests | have
= the honor to serve in one Of
. the leading institutions Of the
= city of Astoria.
= .JE. HIGGINS,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Rautio Goes Free

Rautio Goes Free
August Rautio, the saloonkeeper
who seemed to want to pass 10 days
in the county Jail, rather than pay his
fine OF $40 for violation Of the Sun
day laws, has been disappointed in
his desire, Yesterday Judge Me-
Bride issued execution against a debt
owing TO Rautio, and out OF It was
collected the $40 fine. Then Rautio
was told that his presence in the
county Jail was no longer desired and
he was politely ushered out The
county collected the total sum OF
about Sll00 in fines against the 81
saloonkeepers who pleaded guilty Of
the Sunday closing violations All
This goes into the school funds Near
IL all Of the saloonkeepers were fined
twice, $40 on each Of two indict'
ments,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
A Splendid showing

Yesterday, shortly after noon, with.
in five days after the sad loss Of her
husband. Mrs Ludwig Hartwig Of
this city, realized the practical and
significant reminder OF his thought
iulncss on her account in the receipt
Of a draft for $1,000, covering his
policy in the Ancient Order Of United
Workmen, The celebrity with which
the order made this return TO the re-
spected widow, was as conducive ~
this credit as Il was 10 her comfort
and aid,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
A Fine Animal

Arthur Marks, Of this city, has just
purchased a splendid German coach
stallion from A. c. Ruby & Company
ot Portland, through their agent, II.
II. Schmidt. The horse is nearly four
years old, weighs 1900 pounds, and Is
superb type Of high service ami
NAL. credit 10 any owner and prize
sire for any toal in his line. He will
be maintained in this city for some
time.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
In Route 70 Bay city

Scott Bozorth, Of Portland, seerc-
rtary Of the Statesman Publishing
Company, and an ex.residcnt Of this
city where he used 10 carry the Morn
ing Historian, as a lad, arrived here
yesterday, en- route 10 Bay City, IN
Tillamook county, whittier he goes
10 attend the quarterly meeting of
The directors of d bank in which he
VI interested. Mr. Bozorth has 4 de-
cidedly warm spot for old Astoria
and Is very frank about IL He will
depart on the Elmore today II she
gets away.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Are Thankful For Assistance

The members q The Warrenton
Ladies' Aid Society desire 70 thank
most cordially, everybody who in any
manner contributed 10 the success oi
their late theatrical venture there and
take this means Of manifcsting their
appreciation.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
on For csntralia--

Mr. and Mrs. P. J. S. McNamana
and family will depart this morning
for their new home in ceniralia,
Washington, They leave many good
friends In Astoria, who sincerely re.
greet their departure, while wishing
them abundant success over in the
Evergreen State.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Sunday School Convention

The fifth annual convention Of the
Sunday schools 81 clatsop county ~
10 be held III this city and III the
First Presbyterian church on April
10Th and 7th, next, and the largest
possible attendance Il desired and
win, no doubt, be had. These conven-
tions are invariably prolific Of gen
uine good and decided interest
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
In Probate Court

In the matter Of the guardianship
OF Go,tiried Hansen. an insane per-
son. the guardian, Charles Hansen
yesterday filed bis first accounting
and report. which were ordered ap.
proved and allowed,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Co.'s To Bridal Veil

II II said that w. A, Matthews, a
valued employe Of the Hammond
Lumber Company. OF this city, will
depar, for Bridal Veil today or to-
morrow. to join his old friend, Mr..
HAGEN. there in the service Of the
Bridal Veil Lumber Company.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Lotteries Closed

According TO the sporting editor
Of the Asiorian, the Chinese lotteries
closed up yesterday, Last nights
customers were bitterly disappointed
when they found the places closed.
They are 20 open after the grand
jury adiouTns,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Ban and Social.

A grand ball and basket social viii
be given in Lower Grange hall AZ
Gray's River, Saturday evening. Feb.
9th. Steamer Wenona viii leave
Fishers dock at z p m. Fare SOC
round trip. Music win Be furnished
BY the Columbia Orchestra. Every
body invited. $50
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Made Big Increase

According to dispatch from 81.
lem last night the state board 81
equalixation raised the assessment oi
Cianop county from Ss7s2.42o 70
Sl4.6s4.2S a very large increase,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Meet This Evening

The Doreas Society Of the First
Lutheran Church will be entertained
by Miss tIiima Peterson, At her home
No. 1852 Duane street this evening,
Members and friends arc invited,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Funeral Today

The funeral 81 Miss Bertha Fan.
non will be bcld this morning with
service a. tho Catholic Church at 2
o'clock. Friends Of the family are
invited TO be present.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
New BOYS, Suits

Herman Wise has just received the
FIRST installment Of Spring suits for
boys, age 8 to l6, which he selected
while East, asa
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
Decree OF Divorce

A decree Of divorce was Yesterday
granted to the plaintiff In the case Of
Loretta rroadweIl Va. William Broad
well. q
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
TERSE TALES Of THE TOWN
Lcn,on serviee'

Lenten service At Holy lnnoeents
Chapel this evening at 7!S0 o'clock
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26

Plenty Of smelt. spare ribs and ten
derloins every day al Braden-Adams
Meat Market. See ad, page 4 80
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-02-26
THREE MONTHS TRIAL OFFER
Grand Total Value ,...,, ISL

Our Special Offer, All Ten to One
Address, Just as Above for only 81.
April 1st Delineator win increase to
DOUBLE IT'S PRESENT SIZE
AND VALUE. You can add Il 10
the above combination for ONLY
50 cents for six months Of sl.e0 fof
thirteen months.
OFFER MUST NE AcCEPTEI
AT ONCE FOR CASH WILL
NOT BE CHARGED.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
ARE PLEDGED TO
 SUPPRESS GAMBLING

Grand Jury Says That They Found Public Gambling In This City and Returned Several Indictments Sheriff Philpot and Prosecuting Attorney Jones Say That it Will Not Be Permitted in Future Final Reports Show County Jail Poor House and County Farm We'll Cared For-Many True Bills Reported.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
The Bank of Pine Bluff

the magistrates, find them correct with the following exceptions.
 J. W. Rcwsey, on docket note two cases, one $50, ane the other S1O0, on January ,. Does not report either of these cases. The face of transcript on the case, reported shows BIO and should be s35.
 J. 1T. Brooks, transcript for April to July, does not report case against Richard Berry, May 15, 1908.
 C. J. Tucker, transcript for April to July, does not report case against Theodore Martin, June 30, or the case against Mert Harris, and Frank Mat thews, June 2S. We believe that the discrepancies ass noted above are more from care lessness and neglect than from any i intention to defraud the county We recommend that all fees be itemized on the docket. and when mileage is charged, designate the number of miles. Transcript of Robert Gibbons pre- scented, but no record. With the exception of the above all the rest of the reports are i'll fairly good shape.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
TO THE PUBLIC.

Tn view of recent events, q stNe- ment at this time might not be amlss-
 First-There has been and will be no change in the ownership of the stock of the Adams Printing Co.,, owners and publishers of the Daily and Weekly Graphic. This is the same now as at the time of the or ganization of the corporation many years ago and will continue to be the same.
 Second-The entire management of tho business of the corporation is vested in MT. Blake W. Fuqua. Mr.. Fuqua is capable newspaper man. having spent his entire business life in the work, and is thoroughly wor- thy of this confidence placed in him. We desire to thank the public for it's generous patronage and many favors and hope to merit continuance. Respectfully,
 ADAMS PRINTING. co.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07

The Jefferson county grand jury. after remaining in service for several months, but only working fourteen days, during which time much off, cial work was disposed of, made it's final report to Circuit Judge A. E. Grace yesterday and was discharged The Court thanked the jurors for their faithful services.
 Twelve true bills, one of them against Asa Williams, q negro, were returned before making the final re- port. Williams, who is in jail, shot and killed another negro at Brew ster's brick yard two weeks ago. He is charged with murder in the first degree. The other indictments have not been made public as the of lenders are yet to be arrested. One of them, it is said, will create sen- sation when it is made public. The report of the grand jury follows:
 Pine Bluff. Ark, Jan 6. 1909. To The Circuit Court of Jefferson
 County, Hon. \. E. Grace Presiding.
 We, your Grand Jury for the fall term 1908, beg leave to report that we have carefully examined into all eases presented to Us, and report the following, to-wit:
 We have been in actual service only fourteen u4) days; have examined only one hundred and seventy-seven 177) witnesses; have found seventy five (75) true bills and have dismissed eight (S) cases.
 Committees from this body visited the County Farm, and their report is hereto attached, shown as Exhi |bit "A":: also County Poor House, marked Exhibit "B"; also Justices of the Peace, marked Exhibit "C". We visited the county jai1 in a body and found everything in good condition and the prisoners stated they had no complaint to make. We would recommend that the Justices of the Peace be required to keep a better record of all cases brought before them.
 Your Honor gave us only one defi- mite charge and that was in regard to public gambling in Pine Bluff. We wish to state that we have to the best i of our ability, investigated same; ffound several true bills, and the Prosecuting Attorney and Sheriff
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
REMOVAL NOTICE.

Having recently purchased the Waldstein brick buildings at 307-9-1f East Third avenue, I am now movina my office into this property. My bust ness has so grown in the last few months that I am obliged to have more room. am also on my own land and in my own house.
 Those who desire to purchase lots in the several additions I own, will find me ever ready to carefully ex~ plain terms and show the property.
 Remember at the Nos. 307-9-11 Eass Third avenue. you will find my ofdes after the 18th.
 VIM. BURKE, Real Estate Agent
 12-12d i'm.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07

remaining persons present declined to vote either for or against it.
 J. II. Hudson asked if the resolu- tions governing the primary were to De adhered to by the judges. Chair man Bell. of the Central Committee replied that he could not speak for the judges as he was not i'll posi- tion to tell what they would do. but the Central Committee would instruc, them to follow out tile rules to the letter.
 The meeting was then adjourned
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
Former Mayor Dunne
 Makes the Charges

Hearst News Special to the Graphic
 Chicago, Jan. 6.-Charges of plot to aid Chinese gamblers and persa~ cute members of q Chinese organize ton which had been fighting gam blers, was made today by former Mayor Dunne against Mont Cannon and Isaac Rosenthal, city detectives. The charges were made before United States Commissioner Foote during trial Of Chinese reformer who was, arrested by the detectives.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
To Try "0iI Case"
 In Two Weeks

Hearst News Special to the Graphic
 Chicago, Jan. 6--rnited States District Attorney Sims and special Government agent Wilkerson this af- ternoon went before Judge Landis asking that the s29,o0o, ,oo0 Standard Oil case reversed by the circuit court Of appeals. be set for retrial before him Sims says the case will De tried in two weeks
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
THE TAFT CABINET
 IS ANNOUNCED

Interior Richard Banger
 Augusta of Agricul Wilson, of General George Wickersha York Post Master General Hitchcock Massachusetts, will probably F. Farwe, Chicago; Meyer of Massachusetts; Knight of Cal O York; Se norna
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07

\ mass meeting Of the business men and other voters of the city was held at the Elks Theater Wednesday afternoon at 5 o'clock for the pur~ pose of discussing matter pertain ing 10 the coming Democratic city primary election, which. it was stated, vas in the interest of the city and It's citizens generally. The meeting was called by the supporters of Dr. J. l.. Caldwell, candidate for Mayor but the supporters of Mayor w. l.. Tones- were also invited to be pres ant.
 Major C. G. Newman was selected chairman and Meyer Solmson, secre- tary. After thanking those present for the honor, Chairman Newman stated that he did not know the ob- iect Of the gathering, but he took 1t for granted that the meeting had been called to discuss q matter that was of benefit to Pine Bluff and if that WAS the case he would gladly serve as chairman.
 Dr. Z. Orto, supporter of Dr. Caldwell introduced the following resolution, which is self explanatory i:
 The Resolution.
 At times it become necessary for the citizns of every community to hold conference together, looking to the upbuildine of their immediate surroundings, and to give expression of their views relating thereto, and to this end the following statement and resolutions are presented for your careful consideration:
 The town of Pine Bluff is at a critical stage in her history. being now ready to burst forth into city of large proportions, filled with man. ufactures of many kinds, Or it is ready to dwindle into a mere community.
 Our finances need the very wisest consideration and strongest hand to guide, giving due consideration to the tax payer. We need more revenue and great care and effort in its eN- penditure.
 Our streets need supervision, and should be. formed and maintained, looking to population of fifty thou sand inhabitants.
 The moral condition of our oelov- ed home city needs wise and careful consideration, and some strong and intelligent hand should guide, one which would give all "a square deal.'
 Our river front has been crumbllhs into the water, and needs the very quickest and most intelligent, and the most efficient action possible, or un- told damage may be done.
 Many things need careful and wise consideration on the eve of the birth of new and greater Pine Bluff. We ask the cooperation of all citi- zens looking to the advancement ana unbuilding of our beloved city, and we especially ask the cooperation oi our office holding citizens, and call
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
Earthquake Shocks
 Felt in Chicago

Hearst News Special to the Graphic.
 Chicago, Jan. GA tremor which shook the loop district today, caused d panic In tall office buildings, which swayed yisibly Occupants rushed into street The weather forecaster denies the earthquake version claim ing cold weather caused the cOntrae- ton of the tunnel under that portion of the town making the buildings settle ,....r.n- ''''',
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07

Is the time for every wage earp.s so look out for the future--work t plenty. wages good--are you savias a portion of what you earn?
 Open an account with our Sayins, Department and deposit regularly should you lose your position, wish ,s go in business for yourself, or buy E home lAte~-what you save NOW wlla help you,
 Savings earn 3 per cent interest here.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
Money and Opportunity

When money and opportunity get In .,o,,cb the combination has tremend- ous breeding possibilities.
 We write the kind of FIRE INSuR- ANCE and deal in the Kind or REAL ESTATE that FRIENDS SELL TO FRIENDS.
 We also accept money on deposit ,r trust or subject to check. ALLOW .rxA INTEREST ON SAVINGS AC- COUNTS.
 Here are golden opportunities Bring on your coin. Pine Bluff Trust Co. Corner Main and Barraque Streets
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
Guessing On a Man
 Don't Waste Time

Get your cloths made to yoar measure by Eisenkramer. The reliable Tailor. over Citizens bank. Second avenue cor. Pine street.
 Suits $25. and up
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07
FOR QUICK TRANSPORTATION
 CALL CITY HACK LINE
220 East Barraque s

Open 6 D. m. to 7:30 a. n. and rs- liable. Special attention to train calis Old phone 394. New phone 102. Mosss Offord. prop. Pine Bluff. Ark.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-01-07

Mrs. Bettie Cook, of Wynne, Ark, is visiting the family of Mir. C.ssap Barnes on East Second aWen11e.
New-York tribune., 1909-10-18
.SH4LLENBERGER (
Governor Criticises Judges Who De-
cIared Guarantee La1C InUalid.

Lincoln Neb.. Oct. 17.-In a statement on the ae-
tion Of the two federal Judges who yesterday de-
ciared the Nebraska bank guarantee law uncon-
stitutionaI, Governor Shallenberger deplores the
ruling smacSing, he says, Of partisanshp and
what he believes Is a distinct blow at remedial
state legislation. Governor shallenherser also says
that the reference of the case to the federal IN
stead of the state Judiciary was a usurpation OF
power. He added:
The decision is not wholly a surprise u is ex-
actly what those who, for partisan selfish rea-
sons. are opposed TO any effective guarantee OF
deposits law desired. 10 goes 70 the very heart or
the question and denies the right Of the state 20
require the banks which exist by virtue or their
charters to pay certain tax 20 creatsa guarantee
fund or to prescribe a form and manner under
which the banking business shall be coDducted
Tt appears to leave banking more matter
for public legislation Limitation than the grocery
butcher business.
The law which has been set aside by the decree
of the court fraught with great benefit to the
people. / that the people desired the
legislation. and were anxious to see II put into
actual practice. One result of the notification of
legislation by the courts would be to Intensity the
desire and determination that state Supreme
Court shall not be longer constituted wholly of
I'm passing that the distinguished Democrat OF TINS
state who was made a federal Judge by a revered
Republican President was not called into judgment
upon this
The overthrow of legislative enactments. by in
terference by the executive, by the Use of patron
laws by courts. has steadily tended TO degrade
the power of the executive branch OF our govern
ment and 20 make II thing for politicians ana
lobbyists TO play with
New-York tribune., 1909-10-18
NO MORE WHITE HORSES. i"
Employees Must A5eait Pay Dan,
Sans Wickershdm.

Washington Oct. 1.-THE last of the white
horses" has passed away at the Department of
Justice These white horses are not Of equine
stock. but constitute part Of a fiscal transaction
which has been current procedure at many offices
though never specially authorized by lava way
of accommodating employees in need of funds be-
tween pay days.
Attorney General WIckershan has found that
many employees in the habit of running out Of
funds just after pay days which are twice month
and of exchanging with the disburslng officer a re-
ceipt on white paper for an advance Of part OF
their salaries.
Mr. Wckersham investigated. He figured that
twice a month afforded ample opportunity for Sc
curing and outstanding salaries, and the results
or his investigation embodied in an order he
has Just issued, which will pass into history with
government employees as Department Circular No
l5, directed to the officers and employees of the
department "and 10 others concerned"
The order directs that on and after November
next no payments will he made account of sal
airy between the regular pay days. 'unless first an
proved by the Attorney General or his private
secretary or the Solicitor General" II adds:
This applies not only 10 employees in the depart-
meht proper now paid twice month in cash but
10 all employees or the government who are maid
Dy the disbursing clerk of the Department OF Ius-
tce once a month by check. On and after NOVem-
per l. 1919. the reFular pay days for employees OF
TINS department. who are paid in cash twice a
month, will be the 1st and 18th No checks Of aDv
description whate, er Will be cashed bv the dis
bursting clerk. N 49,
New-York tribune., 1909-10-18
PATENT REVENUES LARGE
Surplus of ,476 an Department
Last Year.

Washington Oct. 1.-THE United States made
money off industrious inventors last year, the
records showing that revenues in fees from this
source were sufficient to pay s1SS7,44S in expenses
for running the United States Patent Office and
leave surplus of sSs 476.
This fact which is emphasized in the annual
port of Edward b. Moore. Commissioner of
Patents is made the basis for important recon-
mendations. urging new laws by Congress which
will effectually expedite methods for issuing
patents.
There were four thousand more applications for
patents presented in the fiscal year ended June 30
1909. than in the previous year. Applications for
patents on mechanical inventions reached a total of
62SOO. There were S53l5 patents granted The total
number of applications of all kinds, including in
ventiOns designs. patents, trademarks labels
prints. etc. reached % 026.
More than 100000 patents. approximately half of
which have been reclassifled are now recorded
and there are more than two million foreign
patents. The grand total Of receipts over expend-
lures for maintaining the bureau from 1886 to date
is TO6o.547 This represents the earnings of
the Patent Office since it was organized.