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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
PEARY ACHIEVES
 LIFE AMBITION As a Boy He Dreamed of
 Reaching the Pole EARNS UNSTINTED FAME Pearys Explorations Have Been of Great Value to the World and Many Honors Have Been
 Given to Him.

New York, September 7.-In reaching the north pole Commander Robert Edward Peary has achieved the ambition of life time As boy his day dreams were of an unexplored lanG far to the north ward, and such printed matter con- cerning the polar regions as fell into his hands was read with absorbed inter- est He was born at Cresson, Pa, May 6. 1858, but in his early youth the fam ily removed to Maine, where he received his education. His parents, Charles N. and Mary (wiley) Peary saw to 1t that he received an early training befitting a life which promised to be filled with wholesome activity.
 Instructed first in private schools he subsequently entered Bowdoin college, from which he was graduated with the class of 1877. Throughout his college ca- reer and in the years following, he made a close study of Arctic exploration, the peculiar fascination which the subject held for him deepening as he matured
 As a means of livelihood he adopted the profession of civil engineer entering the United States navy in that capacity Oc- tober 26 1881. Three years later he was appointed assistant engineer on the board which surveyed the route of the Nicarau- gan ship canal
 In these years his interest in the mys- terious north had not abated and in 1886 he applied for a leave of absence from the navy, which would permit him to visit Greenland. His application was granted and in July of the same year he began what proved to be the first Of seven expeditions to the north. all attended with hardships and some of them with actua
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
CONFER MAKES TWO
 MORE SPEECHES
Final Address of Present Series Was Delivered at Scottsboro
 Last Night.

Huntsville, September 7.-(Specia1 J. Governor Conner spoke to large audience at big barbecue at Owens Cross Roads today, delivering the same speech that he used in Huntsville yesterday. He met with the same kind of reception, courteous but non-enthusastic. The section of Madison county is almost solidly against the amendment according to reports. Rep- resentative A D. Kirby followed Cover nor Conner in an address for the amend ment.
 The Governor left in the afternoon for scottsboro, where he spoke again tonight. This engagement is his last for the pres ent in the extreme northern section of the state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08

suffering and want, but he persevered with tenacity of purpose that challenged the admiration of the world and finally brought him unstinted fame.
 Usefulness of Trips.
 Beyond the daring of his exploits, Pearys expeditions have had scientific and geographical usefulness that has been generally recognized. and he has won the medals of the American Geographical so- ciety the Royal Geographical society of London, and the Scottish Geographical so- ciety, the latter honors never having been accorded in equal number to any other American. In the navy he won the title of Commander and the gov ernment has recognized the value of his explorations by granting him repeated leaves of absence. In 1903 he was made president of the American Geographical society and is a member of many other kindred bodies.
 Commander Peary's domestic life has been so happy that enforced absence from his family has been one of the greatest hardships of his adventures In 1888, two years after the return from his first visit
 
 Diebitsch, who from the day of their union has given his ambitions her unsel- fish sympathy and cooperation. In fact, Mrs. Peary has upon different occasions accompanied her husband for 9 consider able distance northward, and upon one of these trips a daughter was born to them. This child, who has always been called by her father "The Snow Maiden" held for a time notorjety rivalling that of the commander, as the only white child known to have been born within the Arc tic circle.
 Peary Is Found. In 1902, after Peary had been absent four years, and hope of his survival had been abandoned by many. Mrs. Peary ac- companied relief expedition which met him and brought him home. It is at this point in his history one l finds the first note of Encouragement The absence from his family had borne heav- | fly on the explorer. and on his return to New York he declared that the trip just concluded to the Arctic seas was undoubt- l edly his laxt.
 l Asked to what he attributed his failure 1 at that time, Commander Peary said: ''It was a matter of funds. In order to 1 be successful one must be provided with | funds to enable him to go as far as pos- l sible, and then be able to wait there until | the season and other circumstances allow | him to proceed"
 When asked if he would try again, he | replied:
 '.Undoubtedly have made my last | attempt My time Is up and I am going | back to my work in the navy | However. the polar wanderlust again | gripped him. and his work was continued. l Moreover, the funds were forthcoming | when needed, and his last and successful
 which preceded 1t.
 With no hint of his plans for the future
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
Bold Burqlars Busy.

The storehouse of Henry Keller. the merchant tailor, on Avenue E, was broken into last night and a quantity of cloth ing, shoes and hats was stolen. The thieves effected an entrance at the rear door by boring through at the bottom, re- leasing the floor catch. They succeeded in escaping with their booty. The store of Kenney & Sons. decorators, on Nine teenth street, was also burglarized and valuable varnishes, paints and tools were taken The police believe the same par ties operated in both these burglaries, and have clue as to the guilty parties. No arrests have been made as yet The au- thorities are waiting and watching for further developments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
Miss Robinson Wins Piano.

Miss Lillie Robinson won the piano given by J. M. Martin & Bro., druggists on Nineteenth street Miss Robinson was an easy winner, as the votes cast in her favor aggregated over $4000. The second prize, $20 in gold, went to the Jefferson Male chorus. The Ensley Humane society won the third prize, $10 in gold. The contest ended last night, and the result was announced this even ing. The vote given Miss Robinson was compliment to the esteem and affec- ton in which she Is held by the many friends who so faithfully worked in her behalf.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08

some of Peary's friends nevertheless be- lieve he will soon pine for new worlds to conquer, and that south pole expedition may be anticipated. In fact, it was ans nounced more than a year ago that Peary had planned a national American expedi- ton for the exploration of the south polar regions. It was said then that 1t was not his intention to accompany such ap expedition, and that his interest was only in getting 1t under way, but those who know him best would not be surprised to see him start southward with the same determination and promise of success as attended him in the north. Mrs. Peary and her children are now in Maine. and recently Mrs. Peary expressed her be- lief in the success of the present expedi- tion.
 In the intervals between expeditions Commander Peary has lectured frequently and has also written several books of scientific and geographical value
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
COTTON WAREHOUSE FIRE IN ANNISTON
LIGHTNING SETS FIRE TO BUILD ING CONTAINING 500 BALES OF coTToN-FIREMAN INJURED BY COLLAPSE OF LADDER.

Anniston. September 7-(Special. 1.-The warehouse of the Anniston Manufacturing company, containing 500 bales of cotton, valued at s4O,0OO, was struck by light ming this evening and from present indi- cations the fire will rage all night
 Every thing is being done to save the, bales not already destroyed. large number of laborers and teams have been employed, and they are dragging the sound bales from the scene of the fire, keeping the cotton separated as much as possible. While employed in this work Ed Lee. a fireman has his arm broken by the collapse of a ladder.
 It will be impossible to estimate the loss before morning. though it is said it will be fully insured.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08

coal, while manufacturers having an out going product are charged only 50 cents per ton, thus enabling them, it was argued, to manufacture their own elec- tric power cheaper than it can be sup piled by the plaintiff. Judge Coleman s decision was based on the ground that the difference in rates does not consti- tute a discrimination, inasmuch as the said manufacturers are not in competi- tion with the electric and gas company in the manufacture of power for sale.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
Two Killed in Wreck.

Roanoke, Va., September 1.-Two men were killed and four others were more or less seriously injured tonight in a rear-end collision between two freight trains on the Norfolk and Western rail- way at Rudal Retreat, Va. The dead: J. s. Moore, fireman; married, Roanoke. Charles Byrd, brakeman. A westbound freight crashed into the rear of a local ahead of 1t.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
Rate Case Is Decided.

Anniston, September 7.-(special.) )-In the test case over alleged discriminatory coal rates, Judge Thomas w. Coleman decided against the Anniston Electric &
 Gas company in favor of the Southern railway in the city court yesterday after noon. Railroads entering Anniston charge the plaintiff company 70 cents per ton on
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
Biq Attendance at Auburn.

Auburn, September 7.-(Special 1.-The rnatriculaton at the college today breaks all previous records, The college opens regularly Wednesday and indications point to an increase over last years large attendance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08

Bullard Gar Door stock will advance Sept. 20th to $100.00 per share. Wallace Q flag gard, Sales Agents, Room 1030 Woodward Bldg, Bell Phone 4580.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08

Eagle Brand" Macaroni, made from new crop wheat flour, now in the market. Ask your grocer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
Stock in Railroad Sold.

Sylvester, Ga, September 7.-The All ford stock in the Gulf Line railway, run ming from Hawkinsville, Ga., to Bridge boro Ga, distance of IT miles, was sold at public auction today for $l50,- GOO. A syndicate of New York and Att lanta capitalists purchased the stock. It is said the syndicate plans exten- sive improvements for the road.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-09-08
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Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-04-16

People in the great cities fill many
pa"es Of the big newspapers with
WANT ADS. When they want what
they want when they want It, they
paironi2c the WANT AID. columns.
The same thing can be done In this
towns ana this paper-the introduction
Of the wanter to the wnntce.
II YOU have anything for sale. for
rent, for exchange; II you want to buy
or rent anvLing. II you want to get n
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body
\ little WANT will bring you what
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WHAT DO YOU WANTp
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-04-16
ALL DISTRESS FROM
STOMACH VANISHES
Indigestion and Dyspepsia Misery
ends Five Minutes Later.

Take your sour stomach-or
maybe you call 1t indigestion, Dys-
pepsia, Gastritis or Catarrh of
stomach; 1t doesn't matter-take
your stomach trouble right with you
10 your pharmacist and ask him to
open a 5O-cent case of Papes Dia-
pepsin and let you eat one 22-grain
Triangule and see If within five min
utes there is left any trace of your
stomach misery.
The correct name for your trouble
is Food Fermentation-food sour
ing; the Digestive organs become
weak, there is lack of gastric Juice;
your food is only half digested, and
you become affected with loss of
appetite, pressure and fullness after
eating, vomiting, nausea, heartburn.
gripping in bowels, tenderness in the
pit OF stomach, bad taste in mouth.
constipation. pain in limbs, sleep
lessness, belching of gas, bilious
ness, sick headache, nervousness.
dizziness and many other similar
symptoms.
II your appetite Is tickle and
nothing tempts you, or you belch
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fermentation of undigested food
Prove to yourself, after your
next meal, that your stomach is as
good as any; that there is nothing
really wrong. Stop this fermenta-
ton and begin eating what you
want without fear of discomfort or
misery.
Almost instant relief Is waiting
Tor you. 1t Is merely a matter of
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sin
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-04-16
s. L. CHESHIRE.
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT

In the County Court OF the State Of
Oregon In and for Josephine
County
In the Matter Of the Estate OF Nancy
Brown deceased.
Notice Is hereby given that ]. G.
Randle, executor OF the above en-
titled estate has filed In said Court
and cause his final account, and by
order OF the Honorable Stephen A,
Jewell, judge OF said Court, Monday,
May 3rd, 1909, at the hour Of 10
o'clock n. m, at the Court house at
Grants Pass, Josephine county, Ore
gon, has been fixed as the time and
place for the hearing and settling
OF said final account, and all per-
sons Interested In said estate are
hereby notified to appear at that
time and place, then and there to
present any objections which they
may have TO said final account.
Said order was made in Chambers,
April 2nd, 1909
Dated this 2nd day OF April, A.
ID. 1909.
J. c. RANDLE, Executor.
c. II. CLEMENTS,
Attorney for Estate
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-04-16
CITATION

To Hannah NJ. Haight, Margaret Tav.
ior. U. p. MCGEE. Laura McGee.
William McGee. Mollie Hall, Elsie
Gloeson, Allen MeGee, Minnie
McGee, Andrew MCGEE, Myrtle
McGee, Minnie Nelson, Perry ].
MCGEE, Martha j. MCGEE and to all
other heirs of Charles w. Mc(3ee
deceased, and all persons interest,"
ed In his estate:
IN THE NAME OF THE STATE
OF OREGON; You, and each of you.
are hereby cited and required to ap-
pear before the County Court for
Josephine County at the court room
IN the court house at Grants Pass in
Josephine County, Oregon, on Satur-
day. April 3, 1909, at the hour of
TWO O'Clock, p. M, then and there to
show cause, If any, why an order
should not be made and entered In
the matter of the estate of Charles
W. MCGEE now pending on admins
tration in the above entitled court,
Tor the sale OF the following de-
scribed real property situated In
Josephine County, Oregon, to-wit:
Ihe Northwest quarter of the
Southwest quarter, and the North
east quarter of the Southwest quar-
ter OF Section s, Township 80 South.
Range 5 West of Willamette Meri-
dian in Josephine County, Oregon,
containing SIS acres of land, less one
acre heretofore sold to School Dis
trict No 81.
Said sale to be made by the admin
istratrix at private sale, and for not
less than one-half cash, with the ba-
lance of the purchase price. If any,
secured by first mortgage on said
real property bearing interest at not
less than six per cent per annum.
Witness the Hon. Stephen Jewell,
County Judge for Josephine County,
Oregon, and the seal of the County
Court affixed hereto this 4th day
OF March, A. ID. 1909.
(SeaD S. +. CHESHIRE.
County Clerk
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-04-16
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.

Sealed bids will be received by the
Board OF Directors OF School District
No, S5, Woodville, Oregon, until |
O'Clock p. m. May 10, 1909, for the
erection and completion of a school
building, according to plans and
specifications prepared by Charles
II. Burggraf, Architect, Albany. Ore
gon. All bids must be accompanied
by certified check payable t.
School District No. y5, Woodville,
oregon, for the sum of $4,000, as q
guarantee that the contractor VIII
furnish an approved bond equal to
10 per cent of the contract within
10 days after the awarding of con
tract. All bids must be made out
on blank proposals for the same
Blanks furnished on application by
the clerk or architect. Plans and
specifications may be seen at clerks 8
office, Woodville, Oregon, or at the
architects office, or n. Atkins, Med
ford
The board reserves the right to
reject any and all bids.
BY order of School Board, Dist
rict No. S5
C. e. SANS, Chairman.
MRS. RENA A, WHIPPLE, Clerk.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-04-16
STOMACH AGONY
Abolish the Cause, and Misery and
Distress of Indigestion VIII
Vanish.

Can indigestion be cured? Hun
dreds OF thousands of people who
suffer from belching OF gas, bilious
ness, sour stomach, fullness, nausea,
shortness of breath, bad taste in
mouth, foul breath, nervousness and
other distressing symptoms, are ask
ing themselves that question daily.
And IL these same doubling dys-
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sands OF sincere letters from people
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Thin or lean or scrawny people
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and blood. because It causes the
stomach TO extract more nutritious
matter from the food.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-04-16
MRS. c. G. LOTUS OF
LAKEVIEW, OREGON
Writes Letter Which Mny be of Great
Interest 10 Skin Sufferers of
This City

LakeYiew. Ore, Aug 7, 1907.
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Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1909-04-16
In License Town.
(Desta E. Brown Woods. J


Chapter l.
The doctor positively forbids me
to go outside the door today" ex-
claimed Bert Foster petulantly.
SO you'll miss your vote? Sorry.
old man." replied his friend SYM
pathetically.
We'll, you needn't be, Arthur
Powers, for if did go I would vote
against your pet scheme"
Against prohibition? Why?"
inquired Mr.. Powers.
Because, for one thing, don't
believe in binding men by law not to
drink. believe in liberty of con-
science. Let ministers and these
other temperance reformers get to
work reforming men through their
consciences and leave the law as it
is"
Your pastor Is a worker for pro-
hibition, but since when did he quit
appealing to mems consciences? On
Sunday he appeals to the drunkard
to assert his manhood, but to my
mind he is only consistent when he
takes his place in the battle line on
Monday to fight the drunkard's
battle for him."
well, we've had prohibition here
now for three years and what has it
accomplished? There is more drink
ing done in our town than ever BE-
fore"
Arthur Powers threw back his
head and burst into hearty laugh.
Excuse me, Bert" he said "but
in the name of all that's wonderful,
tell me why liquor men without ex-
ception oppose prohibition If it
makes liquor easier to obtain. Why
are breweries and distillers putting
up large sums to fight the scheme?
Why did such men as Pat Green
circulate the petition asking for the
vote today that they might repeal the
local prohibition ordinance if 1t is
easier to obtain the stuff under the
law now existing?"
"Well, you may laugh, but | saw
a drunken man on the street less
than three months ago"
Really? And while our town
had license how many drunks did
you see in three months?"
"Oh, Of course! But one expects
better with prohibition"
True, and we get BETTER"
But, Powers, there is something
in mans nature that makes him
want to do what is forbidden. Do
you remember the teacher we had
who forbade us the first day Of
school to climb on the shed roof?