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Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
BIRTHDAY PARTY TO
GRANDMA DAVIDSON
She Dies Nine Days Later-Brief
Sketch of Her Life Of 81
Years.

On August 13 about so of the
neighbors and friends Of Grandma
Davidson, at Williams, one of South
ern Oregon's Oldest pioneers, met at
the home of Mrs H. Boat, her young
est daughter, to give her birthday
party.
At her request, Rev. Goalen, late
ly from Canada, gave an address,
subject taken from Luke IL. After
the address refreshments were served
and the party dispersed. All had
delightful time.
Grandma Davidson was born in
Monroe county, KY, 1922, and NOV
ed with her widowed mother to
Skeyler county, H., living there un-
til 1910. She married e. B. David
son October 22, 1840. In 1850 they
moved to Milwaukee, Wis, spending
one winter there, after which they
crossed the plains by OK team and in
February of 1851 located on dona-
tion claim three miles east of Port
land, living there until the fall of
1856. They moved to Polk county
whore they lived 10 years, moving
from there to Josephine county,
where Mr. Davidson died in 1893
Since then Mrs. Davidson has made
her home with her children, of whom
eight are living. She has 81 grand
children and II great-grandchildren.
Nine days after her birthday party
her death occurred. Grandma David
son was loved and honored by all
who knew her.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
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WITH THE LODGES. \

The 5Sth annual anniversary of the
Rebekah degree of Oddfelowship
was celebrated at the |. o. o. f. hall
Monday evening in a splendid man
ner. There We're about GO people
present, including Rebekahs and
odd Fellows and their families
Opening exercises were held by the
Officers of the lodge, after which a
short program was rendered. The
first number consisted of an instru-
mental solo by Miss Winifred Flana-
gan which was so pleasing to the
audience that Miss Winifred was in
duced to give second selection.
which also was heartily applauded.
showing the deep appreciation of
Miss Flanagan's talent as musician.
The next number on the program
consisted of ladies quartette. COM
posed OF Mesdames McCracken,
Smith, Cornell and Burke. This
number was also greatly enjoyed by
the audience and the ladies very
kindly responded to the hearty en-
core by giving a second song which
was well received and enjoyed. This
closed the exercises for the evening
and the doors of the dining room
were thrown open, disclosing to view
the long tables, beautifully decor
ated with great lunches OF asters,
roses and ferns. When the guests
were seated they were served with
delicious Ice cream anu cake, of
which there was an immense supply.
After the supper tables were cleared |
md removed, the young people |
themselves with music and
various games while the older ones
'pent a pleasant hour In social con-
'erse, At about If o'clock every
me departed for their homes. having
'njoyed the evening immensely.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
GAIICE.

Louise and Jack Harvey have gone
to Portland to attend school.
Mr., and Mrs. Myric have moved
to the Greenback to spend the win
ter.
Mrs. Maryan Hussie was called
home on account of the illness of her
'mother
Bargains in Stransky Enameled
Ware, at 25 per cent discount, at
Cramer Bros.
After two months visit around
Galice Bert Fahs returned to his
home in Grants Pass.
Mrs. Tilor has gone to Medford.
She intends to stay there month.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ike Smith made a
quick trip to Grants Pass on account
OF their baby's sickness. At the pre-
sent writing the baby is much better.
Charley Watts is very busy
freighting to the Oriole.
School opened last Monday with
Mrs Burg as teacher. She has
large attendance and we all hope this
VIII prove to be the most successful
term taught here.
Superintendent Mattison has
crew of men working on the cook
house at the Oriole. 1t looks as
though we might have a place to eat
before long.
Jack Casey was called home to
Merlin, his boy being very III.
Sadie and Halfie Hawkins return |
ed home after months visit in the
Willamette Valley. They report
rs having had good time.
Garland Stoves and Ranges, the
worlds best, at Cramer Bros.
Jack Grow, of Almeda, and Lee /
Drawbough, of Gallce, took n
months lay-otf to 20 to the mouth
" Rogue river to eat clans.
a big dance will be held at Galice
saturday night. Good music and
upper. Everybody come and have
good ume' RED WING.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
Rev. u. II. Leach for Newman.

The NJ u, church conference was
held at Cottage Grove last week and
among other things the assignment
of ministers to the different charges
In the district was made. Rev.
Alexander Maclean. who has beon In
charge of the Newman M. ". church
OF this city. has been transferred to
Corvallis, and Rev. ID, II. Leach, OF
the Corvallis church, comes to this
city. 1t is simply an exchange OF
pastorates.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
FIrst Rnntlst Church. Sun. Semi. %

First Baptist Church, Sun, Sept. 26.
This viii be known as Rally Sun
day In all the departments of the
church The theme of the morning
sermon will be Strength from Serv-
fee" In the Bible school special
Rally Day program entitled "The
Good Shepherd" has been arranged
by Superintendent Hackett. The
young people will consider for topic
state Missions In Oregon" and Mrs.
Hackett Is to be the leader. At the
evening service the pastor breaches
on The Sixth Sense. " All the fami-
liar faces are expected to be present
and any new ones will be cordially
welcomed.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
Notice of Meeting of Board of Equal
iZatiOn.

Notice of Meeting Of Board of Equal
iZation.
Notice is hereby given that the
Board Of Equalization of the County
of Josephine, State of Oregon, will
on the third Monday in October, to-
wit, October 1S, 1909, attend, at the
Court House in said county, and pub
licly examine the assessment rolls,
and correct all errors in valuation,
description or qualities of lands, lots
or other property assessed by the as
SCISSOR; and 1t shall be the duty of
persons interested to appear at the
time and place appointed.
ECLUS POLLOCK,
Assessor of Josephine
9-24-4t County. Oregon,
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

Mr.. and Mrs. Ivan Daniels and two
children, formerly residents of this
city, but for the past several years
located at klamath Falls, visited
friends in this city for several days
this week They left Thursday for
Crescent City to reside.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
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\ Church Services Sunday.
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First Christian Science Society.

Christian Science services will be
held Sunday, September 26, 1909, at
l | a. m, in the W. o. W. hall. Sub
ject, Reality" Wednesday even
Ing meeting at s p. m, in the same
hall You are cordially invited to
attend
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
COMING EVENTS.

October ., Saturday Dance at Say.
age Creek hall Tickets. with
supper, $3.50.
September 80, Thursday Girl
Question at the opera house.
October G, Wednesday Third an
nuOl exhibition OF southern Ore.
gon District Agricultural Society.
continuing three DAYS.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

FOR SALE-5-horsepower Stickney
gas engine, including centrifugal
pump, 40 feet pipe and betting
Almost new, been run a little this
season. Apply e. A. Cheetham,
cor. Sth and | streets. scott
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

foR SALE-16O acres bottom land,
~ acres under cultivation house,
barn and outbuildings, fruit and
shade trees; seven miles from
town. A snap If sold at once. See
Geo. Cronk, address Box $50.
Fhone 1925. 5-21-u
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

FIVE room cottage with 8 lots
small barn, woodshed, poultry
yards and house for sale. INQUIRE
Mrs. Mary Dodge, 211 w. A street
9-3-tt
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

Rainbow Trout Flea. cspcclally
tied for Rogue river, a. Gamer
bros.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
CLASSIFIED ADS.
NEW TODAY.

NEW Davenport, handsomely up
holstered, for sale cheap if taken
at once. Enquire at 1902 w. A
street. 9-24-2t
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

Economy Jars, Extra Tops and
Clamps at Cramer Bros.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

Your choice of our Split Bamboo
Rods, with 25 per cent off, at Cra-
mer Bros.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

Special Stransky sale with 20 per
cent discount at Cramer Bros.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
FOR RENT.

FOR RENTAL S-room residence
on East A street, No. 1921, elec.
trio light, hot water tank in kit.
chen and other conveniences. In.
quire of E. Sturdevant, 41O B
street. Phone 647. 9-1O.St
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

address H Walter, conductor, Bird
townsend street, S. p. Co.. San
Francisco, Cal. OAR
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

FOR SALE-A fine 12x14 boarded
and floored tent with fly; also
stove for sale cheap. At Methodist
parsonage. 9-24-1t
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

FOR RENT-Second story 'er c. F.
Dixon's store, consisting { four
rooms, large hall, bath room and
closet. Partly furnished. Enquire
OF e. w. Chiles or C. f. Dixon.
S-6-tt
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

FOX SALE-Buggy, harness and
small saddle. Inquire at the
Rosebud, 40 N. 9Th st. f9-24-1t
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

WILL take piano as part pay on A.
room house and lot close in, house
is rented all the time. Address
Box 4, r. f. ID. No. |. 9-24-3t
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

ROOMS for rent at S29 North 9Th
street for light housekeeping, city
water and electric lights. e. E.
roster. 9-24-2t
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24
FOUND.
MISCELLANEOUS.

MONEY to loan on irrigated lands
by c. G. Ament. 7-16.h
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-09-24

LOST Monday watch fob with
Woodman charm buckle. Please
leave at Courier office. 9-24-tf
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
Letter From Garfield County.

Mr.. Ephrsim Caffail Of Cannonyilie
Enclosed pleace find 25c TO pay for
a copy of your Manual Of Health, As
Ier YOUR offer in the Deseret Semi
weekly. had this book years ago. but
LOST H. and am anxious to get another
Your CHILDEEN'S PANAC35A is
widely known here. through my and
nv Tffe-s recommendations. o. w. were
sure of its merits IN diseases OF chill
dren. for We have used it many times
in our family during the past thirty
eight years. IL is now kept IN stock at
all the stores here
This interesting letter is but typical
nj the many sent constantly 20 che manu-
facttjrer OF the GracfenheTg Children s
been selling for over sixty years
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
PROVO HAPPENINGS.

Provo. Feb. 26.-Eson Duke. a man en-
ployed in repairing the flume Of the Tel
luTide Power company. met with an ac-
Cideut this forenoon, causing d disioca-
ton of his shoulder and some severe
bruises He was taken to the Provo gen
eral hospital The case Is not considered
serious.
A marriage license has been issued to
Theodore J. Harrington Of Winter Quar-
tiers and Rebecca +. Smith Of Lehi
In the case of g. d. Hanks vs.. Charles
Tying. time for defendant to serve bill Of
exceptions has been extended to April ].
The preliminary examination of Cha rles
I.awhorn. charged with the murder of
Daniel E. Snow. is being held iu Justice
Moons court. Both Lavhorn and Snow
were youths OF about y years Of age.
They engaged in row Sunday night the
eth. and Lawhorn struck Snow with some
missile in the face. Lawhorn SAYS cane
and others claim it was a rock. Snow
wont home with cut on his lip. and after
going to bad that night did not get I'D
again and died on the i2th. lie had been
an invalid fog some time and the theory
Of the defense is that he died from other
causes than the blow.
Fire Chief LoValsss has resigned to
take effect March 2. The resignation is
now in the hands of the mayor. Efforts
will be made to have Sir. Lovelass. who is
very efficient officer. reconsider the
reSigpa ton
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27

ready for summer maneuvers. 1t is
said that the squadron undoubtedly will
be given a West Indian cruise.
One of the most picturesque sights
Hampton Roads ever has known was
presented today, when Admiral Far
ragut's old flagship. the Hartford of the
Damn the torpedoes" fame, came in
from Annapolis and cast anchor near
the Connecticut. With her wooden
bull and bark rig, the Hartford pre-
sented a striking contrast TO the mod
ern vessels She will be used in helping
to transport bluejackets to Washing
ton for the inaugural parade.
The old report spread today that
Rear Admiral Richard Wainwright,
who was executive officer of the battle
ship Maine under Captain Sigsbee when
that vessel was destroyed N Havana
harbor. and who afterward commanded
the little Gloucester at the battle Of
Santiago, is President Roosevelt s
choice to succeed Admiral Sperry, and
that the president intends also to de-
signate him before March T.
Admiral Wainwright is one of the
most recently promoted flag officers,
and his selection would mean the send
ing ashore to bureau work and board
work Admirals Arnold and Schroeder,
as we'll as Admiral SperTy, who retires
I'm September.
Admiral Arnold, during the absence
of Admiral SpeTy, is in command of
the fleet.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
ATTACKED IN HIS PULPIT
Evangelist Billy" Sunday Has Live.
ly Experience With Man Armed
With a Horsewhip.

Springfield. H.. Feb. 26.-EvanSelist W
a. Billy Sunday. a former baseball
player. was horsewhipped tonight by a
man at the Sunday tabernacle. where in
the presence of SO00 persons he was con-
Quoting a revival.
While the Evangelist was leaning
against the pulpit during the singing of
"a hymn his assailaut who said his MAMIE
was Sherman Potts. sprang forward with
a buggy whip and struck Mr.. Sunday sew
eral terrific blows
The evangelist Ieaped from the plat
form and knocked his powerful foe down.
The audience was on the verge of a panic
with women weeping and children
screaming while Potts and Sunday rolled
and tumbled in the aisle.
The chorister directed the choir and the
audience to sing and in a few moments
calm was restored. Several men held
Potts until policemen arrived.
Potts said he was once declared insane
and committed to Jacksonville insane asy-
lum. lie made the attack. he said. i'm de-
Tense Of women whom he declared had
been criticized by the evangelist.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
HIT THE SPOT
Postum Knocked Out Coffee Ais

There's d good deal of satisfaction and
comfort in hitting upon the right thing
to rid one of the varied and constant
ailments caused by coffee drinking.
Ever since I can remember" writes
an Indiana woman, my father has
been d lover of his coffee. but the con-
tinued use of it so affected his stomach
that he could scarcely eat at times.
Mother had Coffee-headaches and
dizziness, and is drank coffee for
breakfast I would taste it ali day and
usually go To- bel with headache.
zone day father brought home a pkg.
of Postum recommended by our grocer
Mother made 1t according To directions
on the box. and il Just hit the spot. 1t
has dark sesl-broWn color. changing
to golden brown when cream is added.
and a snappy taste similar to mild.
hish-gra coffee, and we found that
its continued use speedily put an end
to all our coffee ills.
That was al least ten years ago. and
Postum has, from that day to this, been
a standing order of fathers grocery bill.
When | married. my husband was a
great coffee drinker, although he ad-
mitted that it hurt him. When | mem
toned Postum he said he did not like
the taste of it. / told him l could make
it taste all right. He smiled and said,
try il. The result was a success, he
won't have anything but Postum -
There's a Reason"
Name given by Postum Co.. Battle
Greek. Mich Read THE Road to Well
ville,' in pkgs.
Ever read the above letter. A new
one appears from time to time. They
are genuine, true, and full of human
interest.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
LANGUAGE IS TOO PLAIN
Senator Tillman Questions the Pro-
priety of Sending a Presidential
Message Through the Mails.

Washington, Feb Ex-senator Iillman
today introduced a resolution instructing
the senate committee on pOstOffiCes to in
quire and report whether the recent mes
sage of the president forwarding to con-
gress the report Of the house commission
should not be excluded from the mails as
matter improper for transmission.
Senator Tillman's resolution astOnished
the senate. The resolution was. on mo-
ton of Mr.. Tilman. referred to the COM
mittec on postoffices and post roads ITS
reading in the senate and reference caus-
ing no discussion.
The resolution includes not only the
presidents massage. but the report Of the
commission and the committee on post
offices is directed to consider whether the
use of the mails should not be prohibited
TO the entire matter
The resolution refers to the president S
homes commission. dealing with homes in
Washington to the message on the COM
missions report and to the report itself,
which treats of conditions i'm the alley
homes of the city in plain language.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
WOMAN AND TWO LITTLE
ONES MEET DEATH
Continued from Page I

early this morning, both Sheriff Kelly
and Coroner McGinu aud their forces are
unable to unsarth tine last clUe.
Neighbors believe that robbery WAS tn.
motive for the CHASTITY crime aud that tin
widow was in the habit OF secreting a
large sum of money i'm the house, hut this
idaa IS secuted by her attorney. who de
,lares that she was especially vigilant
md busines5like and since the death If
Ter husband m11aSed the affairs Of the
state in most admirable manner.
The condition of Mrs. Beekmau's skull
-urther strengthened the murder the1Iv.
\ round break. such as is made b. d ham
ucr. is over ths right eye. The skulls CT
The children are intact in each case.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
TEXAS INSURANCE LAW.
Larger Companies Will Probably Re.
sumo Business in State.

Austin. Tex. Feb 2s-With the insur-
ance investment law. which passed on
second and final reading in the Texas
legislature yesterday in effect if is prob-
able that many of the larger insurance
companies which recently withdrew from
the state will return. The bill provides
that the companies shall invest 20 per
cent Of their reserves upon Texas poll
cies in enumerated Texas securities but
they are given ten years in which to
complete such investment
Premiums shall be taxed per cent but
il any company shall invest as much as
3 per cent of its Texas reserve In Texas
securities. il shall pay a tax of only
~ per cent. if it shall invest as much as
20 per cent. 2 per cent and if il shall in
vest as much as - per cent, one-half of
I Der cent
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
SUGAR TRUST CASE.
Company Officials Vigorously Deny
the Charges Made.

New York. Feb. 2s.-Counsel for the de
Tense in the case of the American Sugar
Refining company. charged with mis-
weighing imports, announced at the hear
ing today that they would complete their
case IN two more court days. They also
said they would call as witne sses Presi-
dent W. b. Thomas of the sugar company
and John +. Parsons. one of the com
pany's directors.
accused in the testimony by some Of the
government agents Of tampering with the
scales on the Company's docks i'm Brook
Iyn. were called ny the defense and Wig
oUously denied the allegations against
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
FREIGHT REDUCTIONS.

Chics go. Feb. 36-Tmportant reductions
from the new schedules of transconti-
mental freight rates which have been in
effect since Jan. !. have been agreed
upon by the railroads. according to an
nouncement made tonight after a con-
ference Of railroad officials in the trans
continental freight bureau. which has
been in session here since Jan. % The
concessions are in many cases a resto-
ratien of rates in effect before the first
of the year and amount to from to Is
No
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
NEW OFFICE CREATED.

Washington, Feb 26.-The office Of
general inspector Of navy yards has been
created by Secretary Newberry and Rear
Admiral Caspar +. Goodrich, command
ant of the New York navy yard. has been
assigned to it. His work will be directed
toward the unification of the operation
of the navy yards in accordance with Mr..
Newberry's reorganization plan.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
GAMBLERS MAY WIN,

anti-gambling bill received a setback
when the senate by q vote of to sent
the bill to the committee on judiciary
instead of the ways and means commit
tee. This committee, composed of Sena-
tors Boyd. Brosmsr, Balzaar, Pyne and
Tallman, has been unanimously against
tho hill
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
HONOR FOR ARKANSAS.

Washington. Feb. 2o.-"Arkansas'' has
been assigned as the name of one Of the
new battleships authorized by congress
The monitor by that name will be given
a suitable designation.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1909-02-27
SCATTERED TO
; OTHER HARBORS
United States Fleet Which En-
Circled the Globe Being
DiSintegrated.
OLD HARTFORD SAILS IN
ARRIVAL OF FARRAGUT's FLAG
SHIP AT HAMPTON ROADS.

Fort Monroe, VT, Feb. 26.-The dis.n-
tegration of the powerful naval force
which has been anchored in Hampton
Roads since Monday last began today.
The Minnesota and Virginia of the fleet
which circled the globe steamed away
to the Norfolk navy yard to receive
preparations for the summer maneu-
vers. The big white ships VIII be
dressed in the sOmbTe hues OF service
gray"
The three scout cruisers, Chester,
Bingham and Salem. sailed later for
Newport. After coaling there they will
be sent out on a practice cruise which
is expected to demonstrate the relative
efficiency of the three different types of
engines with which the fleet little yes
sells are fitted.
The battleships New Jersey and the
Rhode Island are under orders TO leave
tomorrow, the former going to Boston
and the latter to New York. Conscious
of the fact that they viii be the first
# the Homecoming feet to enter New
York harbor, the men and officers OF
the Rhode Island are preparing to cele-
brate accordingly.
inspection Delayed.
other ships are to leave shortly. it
having been determined that 'admi-
rails inspection" shall be delayed until
later in the year. The ships have been
under such close supervision on the
way around the world. and reports
have been made SO frequently, that fur
Their inspection was deemed unneces-
saTy-
Just what is To he done with the ships
Of the third squadron has not been de-
termined- The men have had hard
work fitting out and shaking down the
new vessels. and are anxious To make
some sort of cruise rather than to re-
main at Guantanamo drill grounds I'M
til the ships OF the returned feet are