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The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09

the written message found in a bag
of smoking tobacco by Charles "
Worthingham of Skagway, ALASKA
who stopped in Chicago recently ON
his way to Virginia to become a bride
groom. Fondncss for putting an On
corncob pipe, Mr.. Worthingbam said
at the Stratford hotel, was the be-
ginning of his romance
When Mir. Worthingham's stock 81
tobacco had reached low ebb ~
purchased bag from a dealer -
Skagway and found the message ~
lonliness signed by Mrs. COrinne
Raleigh, Richmond, Va. Mr.. Worth
ingham was lonely and ne wrote 90
Mrs. Raleigh. Further cOrrespess-
dence and an exchange Of photo
graphs were followed by an engage
ment of marriage
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Call City Hall.

Considerable inconvenience is re-
sulting, since the new telephone di-
rectories were distributed to patrons
or the company, because of the indefi-.
mite manner in which the police sta
ton number is given. The number
81. which is police Headquarters,
appears as City Hair in the direc-
tory, and many who have desired to
communicate with the officers have
hung up their receiver and walked
to the office, claiming the police num-
Der is not in the directory Those
who desire to call police headquarters
are requested to call the number ap-
pearing opposite the words "City
Hail.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
{ TOWN TOPICS J;
Musician Locates Here.

Prof Walter A. Bacon, former di :
rector of music in the Maryville. Mis-
souri, state normal and a well known
musician in that state is in the city
and has decided to locate here. For
Bacon comes to Walla Walla highly
recommended. having been a student
of the best instructors i'm this conn
Try; among them Wort S. Morse, a
graduate of the world renowned mas
ter. Caesar Thompson, of BRUSSELS.
Belgium. Mr.. Bacon is not only a
violinist, but a teacher of all stringed
instruments and a director of Choir
uses and orchestras He expects to
open studio down town in the near
future.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09

SUCCESS

The Noikfest, as given by the Wal
Ia Walla Afaennerch3r yesterday at the
fair grounds was a complete succ IS
and those who attended the event
were able to participate in one of the
most Joyous occasions that has been
held in this city for some time. From
chasing the creased pig to dancing in
the pavilion, keen sport was had and
some of the running events proved a
marvel in the way of record smashing
contests The young boys ran. as
did also the girls and these events
furnished the spectators no end of
amusement. A plentiful supply of mu-
sic was dished out and so success
full was the occasion that it is as
sured that the Volkfest will be held
again next year
Carrying away both prizes John
<Smails won the shoot at the fair
grounds yesterday and received the
medal for the championship of the
Walla Walla Rod and Gun club and al
so one years membership to the Walla
Walla Maennerchor. The shot was
25-bird event and the score made by
Mr.. Smails was "a out of a possible
%. \ detailed account follows:
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09

city on a combined business and pleas
ure trip.
G.. II. Coe of Rosalia, is in the city on
q brief business trip.
c.. F. VandeWater, who is now resid-
ing in F'reewater. spent few hours in
the city yesterday.
A. Campbell of Spokane. is bust
ness visitor in the city today.
Miss Zera Blackman left this after
noon for an extended visit with friends
and relatives in Weiser, Idaho.
Edward Edwards was passenger
this afternoon for Salt Lake City.
where. he will spend his summer va
cation.
c. M. Buck left this afternoon for all
extended visit with friends and rela
tives III Salt Lake city.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09

service yesterday.
Mr. and Mrs. c. H. Whiteman, co.
Newell street, left last evening for
Tacoma and Seattle. They will spend
the month of August rusticating in
coast and sound cities
Mr. and Mrs Bruce Shangle, of
Milton, expect to leave for Spokane
Wednesday to be in attendance upon
the Irrigation congress which convenes
in the Falls City today.
Mr.. and Mrs. N M. Higgins, 221
Newell street are visiting the fair.
The Christian Endeavor society of
the Central Christian church will meet
in regular session Tuesday evening at
the rhurch
Jones and Louis School, jr., has just
reached the city. The wedding was
solemnized August 4 in Portland. The
contracting parties are both of Echo,
Oregon Mr.. Scholl is well known here.
Mrs. Reed Wolfe announces the en-
gagement of her daughter, MISS Mary
Buroker, to Mr. Radford W. Rigsby
The parties are well and favorably
known here. The wedding Will be SOL
emnized early, in September.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Found Honey Bees.

ity of North Eighth street in quest of
a supposed nest Of yellow jackets,
which was preventing pedestrians from
passing the spot, Robert Davis and a
party of friends yesterday stumbled
upon a hive Of honey bees from which
they procured seven pounds OF pure
honey. The bees made their appear
ance about three weeks ago and since
that time have put up such bold
front that people We're afraid to pass
the SPOT for fear of getting stung.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
JOE TYLER WINS
NORTHWEST TITLE
Former Seattle Boy and California Girl
Star in Tacoma Tennis.

Former Seattle Boy and California Girl
Star in Tacoma Tennis.
TACOMA, Aug. Miss Hazel Hotch-
kiss, of Berkeley, Cal. and Joe Tyler,
of Spokane. carried off the principal
honors in the Pacific Northwest tennis
tournament which closed here Satur-
day. Miss Hotchkiss won the wo-
mans singles championship; partnered
with Miss Ryan she took the women s
doubles and with r. GorrOll. of Oak
land, Cal. won the mixed doubles
Tyler won the mems championship
in singles by defeating Sam Russell, OF
Seattle. in straight sets, 6-1, ga, Cd
Tyler played brilliant tennis and was
always in the lead. He had Russell on
the defensive all the time.
Miss Hotchkiss disposed of Miss
RYAN in the women's singles with ridl-
culous ease. winning 60. 6-1.
The best match of the tournament
was the mixed doubles, in which Miss
Hotchkiss and Gorrll defeated Miss
RYAN and Tyler In the match the
Berkeley girl played marvellous tennis
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
No EequIar Program.

H. G. Thompson, of the Hanger
Thompson company, will officlate as
POSTMASTER at the weekly luncheon
of the business men in the Dacres no
tel tomorrow noon. The OIder of pro-
gram will be changed, in that no reg
effect. Instead. those present will be
called upon to assist in making the al
ter dinner part of the meeting appro-
pirate to the occasion, and all i've
business men of the city are urged to
De present.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Real Estate Meeting.

The wly-organized Real Estate
Board will meet in the rooms OF the
Commercial club this evening at
O'Clock. at which time the organiza-
ton will be erected permanently and
organization will be governed is being
CO s.sidered by the executive committee
this afternoon. and will come before
the meeting tonight for action. Prac-
tically every real estate man in the
city is member of the board, and a
big attendance is expected this even
ing.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Disorderly Conduct.

Charged with disorderly conduct.
Frank Ganley was arrested Saturday
night by Patrolman Buck and booked
at police headquarters. After depos-
iting bonds in the sum of IS, he was
released for appearance in justice court
this afternoon. Ganley and James
Conway engaged in an alteration
Saturday night over bottle of booze,
but before the trouble had been settled
Officer Buck made the arrest
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Will Give Examinations.

Examinations to determine Whethee
eighth Grade pupils of this county are
eligible to any of the high schools OF
the state. will be held In Waltsours'
Dixie. Touchet, Prescott. Walluia ana
this city on August 10 and ~. Stu
5o,+s who failed in certain branches
of the work during the former examl-
nations. will be given another tridl
on tbis occasion to make them up.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Looking for Williams.

Chief of Police Mike Davis is in re-
ceipt of communication from Spo-
kane, requesting him to ascertain the
whereabouts of W. E. Williams, who
recently came to Walla Walla to Sc
cure work in the harvest fields. 1t is
saic Williams wife and children are in
destitute. circumstances, the furniture
having been attached Saturday to sat
isfy grocery bill. Williams left the
Falls city two weeks age. but his wife
he was to have forwarded money i'm
mediately.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
BROUGHT to Penitentiary.

A. w. BaZe and Thomas Robinson,
of North Yakima, were brought to the
penitentiary Saturday night The
former pleaded guilty to stealing a sad
die. amounting in value to $40. and
was sentenced to serve from one to Is
years, while Robinson pleaded guilty
to selling liquor to Indians and was
given the full limit of the law, two
years
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
- Meacham Not Returned.

Publicity Manager L. E. Meacham,
who went to Spokane Thursday to look
after the Walla Walla exhibit for the
National Irrigation congress, failed to
return this morning as had been eX-
pected, and it is thought he will re-
main until after the convention closes.
Many other Walla Wallans are plan
ming on attending the sessions.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09

L. simpson. was denied by Judge
Brents today on the grounds that the
defendant did not have it. 1t had been
formerly shown that he was support
ing three minor children and because
of this and also because he is now out
of employment, the application was re-
fI,Sa6
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Funeral Tomorrow.

The funeral Of Albert L. Harrison
who died last Friday, will be held to-
morrow afternoon at $3.50 o'clock from
the residence, 12S East Sumach street.
Rev. F. X. Fowler will officiate at
the home and at the grave the G. A.
r. viii conduct the services. Inter
ment will be made in the family plot
of the city cemetery
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Wants the Fight.

NEW YORK, Aug 9.-Hugh Nc
Tosh. the Australian fight promoter
under whose auspices Tommy Burns
lost the heavyweight championship to
Jack Johnson, is here today to offer
from $50. 900 to $4,000 for the Jeffries-
Johnson battle. There is no excite
ment over his arrival as it is known
Jeffries won't fight outside of Amer
lea
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
PERSONAL

S. L. Cameron of Lowt1en station, is
transacting business in the city today.
is visiting friends in the city today
W. E. Bucknell, of Starbuck, is a
business visitor in the city today.
Ed. Dennison of Pasco, arrived in the
city this morning.
Miss Maud Hays of Pasco is in the
city on a brief visit.
j H. Bailey of North port, is in the
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
VIII Hear Complaint.

Complaint having been filed IN tie
superior court that Charles Carter
aged s years, without a mother and Dc
serted by his father, was negies,eed
minor, the hearing OF the petition pre-
scented by j. L. Harper win be heard
before Judge Erents October 9
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Violated Auto Ordinance.

Harry Johnson was arrested at 3
o'clock this morning by Patrolman
Bert Cashatt on the charge of violating
the automobile ordinance. He will be
given hearings in Judge McKinney's
court at o'clock this afternoon.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Fer Summers Outing.


Mr.. and Mrs. P. NJ Winans, and
Misses Jessie Mcdonald and Elizabeth
Copeland. left yesterday afternoon for
Wallowa. where they will spend the
rest of the summer.
Mrs. H. P. Isaacs and Miss Grace
Isaacs have a cottage at Seattle and,
are entertaining friends. They ex-
pect to return to the city soon and
will be accompanied by guests who
win remain here for several weeks.
Mrs. A. E. Guichard. who was for
merlv Miss Lulu Guthridge of this
city and who is the comp ,ser of The
Alaska Exposition March and Two
step" which is attracting so much at
tention at the Seattle fair where it is
being played by wagner's band, will
arrive in Walla Walla this month.
Mrs Guichard is we'll known here and
her many friends will learn with
Measure that her music is on sale at
the leading local music stores.
Mr.. and Mrs. Walter A. Bacon OF
Naryyille. Mo-, are guests at the NOME
of Mrs. E. Stafford. 10 North Nam
street Both Mr.. and Mrs. Bacon are
musicians of rare merit ana IN re-
spopse to an invitation from the Cen
trail Christian church MIR. Bacon gave
a delightful violin solo at the churcA
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09

passing Tyler repeatedly with accu-
rately placed drives. Long rallies at
the net were common The results Sat
urday were:
Mems singIes-Tyler beat Russell
81, ga, ga.
Women's singles-Miss Hotchkiss
beat Miss Ryan 60. 81.
Mixed doubles-Miss Hotchkiss and
Gorrill beat Miss Ryan and Tyler 81,
CO.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Died This Morning.

Truman Barnes, the 12-year old
son of Mr. and Mrs Oscar Barnes
of Athena, Oregon died at a local
hospital this morning at $3.50 o'clock
from abcess of the brain. The body
ena this afternoon, where the funer-
al will be held
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Petition Filed.

Petition was filed in the offices OF
the county clerk this afternoon, ask
ing that the estate OF Anna ''rosS' ue-
ceased. which has been appraised at
1921 be declared solvent ana thdt
the executor, j. j. Gross, DE above"
to proceed without the Intervention OF
the court.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Will Receive Treatment.

John Fairfield Of this city was taken
into a local hospital yesterday for
the purpose of receiving medical treat
nlcnt.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Goes to Spokane.

Walter Reborn left yesterday after
noon for Spokane. where he will re-
main for a week attending the SEES
sions of the National Irrigation con-
gress
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Leaves for Lewiston.

Mrs. Eta Tata was a passenger this
afternoon for Lewiston. where she will
spend several weeks visiting with
friends and relatives.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Visits in Spokane.

- OTTO Frank. manager of the local
lines of the Northwestern corpora
ton. left last night Tor Spoh' IL
whore he viii visit friends and reia-
;x-aS for a few days.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
coRNcCB PIPE FINDS CUPID
Woman's Message, ."fm Lonely
Aren't You?" in Tobacco.

Cupid does not smoke but he has
been found guilty" of conceallng MN
self in a package of tobacco and send
ing forth his little darts of love. Says
the Chicago Tribune.
I'm very lonely-arent YOU? was
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Permit Issued.

Building Inspector William Metz
has issued a permit to W. E. Burn
ham. Chase avenue and Morton
street for the erection of frame
barn which will cost 5000
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
License Issued.

License to wed was issued from the
Officers of the county auditor this
and Robert A Mobley, both of this
city.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Business in Pendleton.

Secretary Robert H. Johnson is iii
Pendleton and other Oregon points
his week looking after business in
forests and visiting with friends.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
At the Hospital.

C. L. PalmrOy of this city, was re-
ceived into the Walla Nalia hospltal
yesterday for treatment.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Leaves for Colorado.

Mrs j. L. Jessup left this afternoon
for Grand Junction, where she viii
spend several weeks with friends and
relatives.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Business In Lewiston.

Harry Brown left this afternoon for
Lewiston, where he will transact bust
ness and visit with friends for some
time.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09

Mrs. G. L. Marden who was brought
to the Walla Walla hospital from Day
ton. some time ago was released yes
terday.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
Apnlie~ tioM Denied.

Application by Mrs. Frances Simp-
suit money from her husband Leonard
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09
uouNT TAMALPAiS MILITARY
brhDEMY-San Rafael. California.

Efficient teaching staff. Accredit-
n hv Universities. Junior School
.e,arate. Only Western School hav-
ing cavalry and Mounted Artillery.
n5een-air Gymnasium. Oren-air Swim
,nino POOL United States Army Of
acer detailed by the Secretary of War.
twentieth gear begins August 18TH.
Arthur Crosby, A. NJ, D. D.
Headmaster.
The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1909-08-09

w1YTEDEFANCY POULTRY, PIGEONS. n LEs
h1rr. nnllets III varieties. Z. Highesl spf1ceS
-.;S sddress Brown. 9O6 Western Avenue.
The Ordway new era., 1909-06-04
COMMENCEMENT

The commencement exercises held
in the Evangelical church last Friday
evening reflected credit on the class
Of 100, containing two young ladies,
Miss Belle Sale and Miss Viva Sypher,
and on the Ordway Public Schools and
also upon the friends who assisted In
the program. Miss Marian Bass rem
dered an instrumental piece that was
well received. Mrs. II. Ed. Downey
sang in her usual pleasing manner,
and was followed by the salutatory by
NJ iss Sale, who showed. careful train
ing In the preparation Of her greeting,
and her delivery was pronounced eX-
ccllcnt. George Edgar, with his violin
solo, did not dIsappoInt his many
admirers on this occasion. His rapid
advance in his chosen line is very
marked The address by Prot. Henry
T.. Smith, OF Colorado College, was a
rare treat to all and the masterful
way in which he handled his subject
proved his capacity for deep thinking
and sound logic. Miss Kittie Miles
followed with vocal solo that was
we'll received. The valedictOry by
Miss Sypher was carefully prepared
and well rendered. Supt. Phillips was
not able to be present and Miss Syph-
er was followed by the presentation
of diplomas by Mr.. Bass, President of
the School Board. Misses Cecil lies
and Belle Sale gave an Instrumental
duet that was most pleasing and the
evenings entertainment was closed by
Rev. A. NJ. Craven, ~
The Ordway new era., 1909-06-04
DECORATION DAy
Impressive Services Held at the
Park and at LakevleW

Threatening weather throughout
The day characterized Decoration Day,
i'Oo, and II downpOur like the one Of
Two years ago was expected at most
any moment. The excellent program
was carried out, however, without
interruption by the elements, and
many tributes to the sleeping heroes
ana the surviving ones, were inter
Npcrscd with music and song.
The parade, headed by the Ordway
band, marched to the school house.
where the school children were ready
To iall In line and with the members
nf WIN. w. Blackmar Post, the Firing
squad and citizens, made very cred
table showing.
AT the park the ritualstic services
by the Grand Army were followed by
the decoration of monument erected
To the memory Of the Unknown Dead,
followed by salute from the firing
Squad. The program which followed
was most interesting. Senator Camp
'''' VT HtpIp' btIlNtltu Illc bTdtloi
OF the day, and as on previous occa-
Sions, he was listened to with rapt at
JcntiOn.
In the afternoon, the parade formed
and marched to Lakcvicw cemetery,
where the graves Of the departed com
radcs were strewn with flowers and
Hitting services rendered tn keen green
the memory Of the heroes gone before.
The Ordway new era., 1909-06-04

Emma l.. Ncstlcr, Psychic Lecturer.
Clairvoyantand Metaphysical teacher.
who has been giving course OF lee
lures at Sugar City. rs well as clair
voyant readings, will give lecture in
the opera house Saturday evening
Mrs. Ncstler's subject will be "What
is Spirtualism?" Those interested in
occult study should hear this lady; all
those desiring to ask a question will
write the question and Mrs. Ncstler
will answer it from the platform.
Mrs. Ncstlcr will also give clairvoyant
tests, so all get together and give her
a hearty welcome, for you will go away
instructed as well rs entertained.
Mrs. Ncstler will give clairvoyant and
psychic readings at the Hotel Bcrendo
Room q. Call at once as you only
have a few days.
The Ordway new era., 1909-06-04
CHURCH OF CHRIST

Rev. Bower announces the following
subjects In the special meetings which
continue next week:
This evening, Friday, "Naaman,
the Leper." Saturday, "What Saves
Me?" Sunday ll:00 a. M, "a Sacred
Building" 500 p. M, union service
at NJ. L. church, "The World WOn."
Monday, "Jesus is tho Christ the Son
of God" Tuesday, "How May Know
l am Forgiven?" Wednesday, "The
Sin Against the Holy Spirit" Thurs
day, "Why l am Christian"
Bible School, 9:45 a. m. every Sunday
morning.
Everyone is cordially invited to at.
tend all these services.
The Ordway new era., 1909-06-04
Bob Creek Notes

Wat Wright and daughter were in
Rocky Ford on Wednesday.
The Bob Creek basketball team
met at Mrs. Wright's on Wednesday
to organize team No. 2.
In spite OF the rain, n jolly crowd OF
about forty people met at the home OF
Mr.. and Mrs. wills Dennis on Monday
night to say goodbye and wish God
speed To the dear friends who left on
Tuesday morning lover land) for Texas.
They have many warm friends who
wish them well and hope that they
will return 10 sunny Colorado.
The Arm and Waist social given by
the Rob Greek Basket Ball team was
a great success. The waists of ladies'
and arms OF men seemed to grow large
and long on Bob Creek. Oscar Girls
void should have been given chrome
and thirty-ninc inches. The ladies
who presided at the coffee boiler de-
serve some credit for having waists
that measured nfty inches. Miss
Lctha Wright presided at the candy
and lemonade counter and the way
the nickcls came rolling in was easy.
Mrs. Williams, Sadie and Alice lIcf-
ncr are monster hands at making
candy. Miss Schneider was seen at
the door with cash box in hand as the
crowd marched in to supper. Quite
lively contest for the cake for the
most popular young lady was held, the
Olneyites supporting Letha Wright,
the Bob Greeks. Caroline Wcstcamp.
After nickcls aud dimes to the extent
OF $l0,S0 were gathered in, the Olney
boys stopped short, and Miss West
camp proceeded to carve the cake and
everybody had taste. a guessing
contest, by the young ladies putting
their noses in hole made in sheet,
brought in several nickcls. The girls
who waited table wore white caps and
aprons. The bill OF fare consisted of
coffee, ham sandwiches, pickles and
cake such as only Bob Creek ladies
can make. The Olncy Band furnished
music, which was enjoyed by all. As
the last piece was played. "Am0ng the
Pines" everyone joined in the chorus.
The social ncttcd about SIS 90. the
money to be used in buying books to
rcplcnsh the library.
FROM SHADY GROVE.