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Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
Don't delay your spraying You
will find all styles of spray pumps
at Cramer Bros.
That Old Bridge Deal.

There has been so much said
among taxpayers generally regard
ing the deal made by the county
court for taking down the old bridge,
that the Courier, which represents
the public, has found 1t necessary
to see whether the criticisms, which
in many cases were sharp, had any
foundation. We hope that it will
not be a libel to state that the Court
er has not heard single comment
on this deal that was favorable to
the action OF the court. There were
two points on which nearly all
agreed. The first was that the deal
with the bridge company was unbusi-
nesslike and the second was that the
20 per cent profit paid was, to say
the least, largely in excess of fair
figures. The Courier Is not giving
its own opinion in this matter for
the reason that to do so might hurt
the judges feelings and we have no
desire to do this. However, we will
call attention to one fact, which is
that the bridge company has had
hold of both ends of the rope when
ever 1t had business with Josephine
county The steel bridge deal will
Illustrate this. Without further
comment we call attention to the ar
ucle headed Taking Down the Old
BRIDGE The facts given are as
near correct as 1t was possible to Sc.
cure and the figures are certainly
conservative in the extreme.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25

prize for the most correct list, while
the consolation was awarded to Mrs,
Ingram. This ended the afternoon
meeting with the exception Of the re-
freshments which were served and
heartily partaken Of by the ladies.
The members OF the Dorcas society
then departed for home, feeling that
they had fittingly celebrated the
birthday Of the father of his coun-
try, as the meeting was held Febru-
ary 22, Washington's birthday. The
members of this society are working
hard for the good Of their cause and
much good work is being accomplish
ed. About 40 ladies were present
Tuesday afternoon.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
MARRIED.
WARREN-LUDWIN-At tn

WARREN-LUDWIN-At the Pres
byterian manse, in this city, on
Tuesday, February 22, 1910, Will
liam A. Warren, Of Los Angeles,
and Anna Ludwln, Of this city;
Rev. Robert Mclean officiating.
STINE-DAVID--At the home Of the
brides sister, Mrs. Hobson, OF this
city, on Thursday, February "a,
1910, William r. Stine, Of Jordan
Valley, and Miss Onie David, Of
this city; Rev. Robt. Mclean Of
ficiatlng.
The ceremony was performed at /
O'Clock a. m. in the presence of re-
latlves and few friends. The
groom Is a stockman Of Jordan VAL
ley and the bride has spent some
time In Southern Oregon teaching
school but recently has made her
home in this city. Mr.. and Mrs.
Slime left on No. 16 Thursday even
ing for their future home at Jordan
Valley, whittier they are followed by
congratulations and best wishes from
many friends.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
CONTEST NOTICE.
Department of the Interior,

department or the Interior,
U. S. Land Office, Roseburg, Ore,
February II, 1910.
A sufficient contest affidavit hav-
Ing been filed in this office by
Kameel j. Khoeery, contestant,
against Homestead Entry, No.
O47S9, made April /, 1909, for Sh
SWk Sec 35, Twp. 40 S., Range s
West, Willamette Meridian, by AL
bert F. Shippey, contestee, in which
1t Is alleged that said Albert F. Ship
pey never at any time since making
said homestead application resided
on the lands embraced in said en-
try; that he has not made any i'm
provement on said land; that he has
never at any time lived on said land
or endeavored to make a home on
said land; said parties are hereby
notified to appear, respond, and Of
Ter evidence touching said allegation
at 10 o'clock a. m. on March 29,
1917 before Joseph Moss, U. s. Com
missioner, at his office in Grants
fass, oregon, and that final hearing
VIII be held at 10 o'clock a. m. on
april IL, 1910, before the Register
and Receiver at the United States
Land OFFICE In Roseburg, Oregon.
The said contestant having, in
proper AFFIDAVIT, filed February H.
lslO, set forth facts which show
that after due diligence personal
service OF this notice can not be
made, It Is hereby ordered and d.
rected that such notice be given
oy due and proper publication.
BENJAMIN F. JONES, Register.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
Eagle Oyster House.

Mr., and Mrs. w, A. Blair arrived
in Grants Pass last Friday night and
have leased the building at the cor
ner OF 5th and G streets for a res
taurant to be known as the Eagle
Oyster house, and It will be their in
tention to serve oysters in any style
at any hour OF the day or night and
also to serve frst-class meals. The
firm will be known as Blair a Mitch
ell; Mr.. and Mrs, Blair being asso-
ciated with Mrs, Alex Mitchell. Mr..
Blair is an excellent cook and has
had much experience in the restaur-
ant business in San Francisco. They
expect TO open for business April I.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
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Fred Sundell, wife and children,
Lee Madison and family and three
other gentlemen, Tom Bell. Albert
Bond and Mr.. Sutherland, arrived
last week from Eureka, Utah, to
make Josephine county their home.
They had purchased land in the Gun
nell tract near Merlin. They have
been outfitting In Grants Pass and
Will soon commence the improvement
of their property.
Horace w. Hubert, former
newspaper man but for the past few
years living on granite ranch about
i've miles west of town, has been en-
gagged by Sherman and Coutant to
take charge OF some Of their proper-
~ near Merlin, where he will demon
strate the possibilities Of the soil
Mr.. Hubert had splendid success
with his place west OF the city, and
made for himself a splendid home ON
land that was looked upon by many
as utterly valueless He slmply
showed that strict attention TO busl-
ness which will always win. Mr.
Hubert sold his place last fall at a
good profit.
Washington's birthday was OBJ
served by very few OF the Grants
Pass citizens on Tuesday. February
%. Few Of the places Of business
were closed and few flags were seen
tluttering on the breeze in honor OF
the Father OF His Country" Some
OF the store windows contained flags
hatchets and other emblems which
brought viyIdly to memory the dead
nero but on the whole the day was
very lightly passed over and thew
we're probably few on February %
VINO even remembered that another
birthday anniversary OF our nations
greatest hero had come. The Goo
;, Calhoun store had very Meas.
ing window decoration in honor Of
the event. A large picture Of Wash.
iagton occupied the center. with an
ancient flag forming the background.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
shipping Ore 10 Wales.

In order TO demonstrate to the
satisfaction OF the most skeptical
800 pounds of ore from three mines
of this section will be shipped by
express to Swansea, Wales, for treat
ment at the smelter, with Il view to
ascertaining the values In platinum
and tin. The ore will come from the
Frank Johnson mine near Waldo,
the Mutt Bros mine near Gold Hill
and the American Mining Il Milling
Co, property near Merlin; 100
pounds from each place. Money for
the shipping and smelling has been
raised and the ore Is now being Sc
lected, The result OF the test Will
be awaited with interest,
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
Bethany Presbyterian Church.

Preaching services will be held at
III a. m. and 1880 p. m. Sunday
school at 10 a. m, and Young Peo-
pies Society OF Christian Endeavor
mt $3.50 p. m. The delegate to the
recent state convention at Portland
will give an interesting report OF the
meetings.
At the morning service the pastor
will speak on The Sixth Sense" and
IL the evening on Hating without
Cause"
Strangers stopping in the city are
cordially invited to attend all the
services
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
First Baptist Church, Sun, Feb. 27.

The morning hour of worship is a
half hour earlier than in other city
churches; 1890 is the hour The
pastor breaches on Patience" The
session OF the Bible school is at
11;45 and In charge OF II. X. Hack
EFT. Inc b, Y. p, U. service at $50
will be led by the Sunday school sup
erintendent; Important Mission
ary Assets" Is the topic OF this con-
quest meeting, The final service is
at 1880 and "The Supremacy OF the
Christian Life" is the topic. You are
cordially invited.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25

Nut trees; Wainuts; French, Black
and nutternut. Apricot, Nectarlue
and Ounce, Gooseborries: Industry
and Champion; Fayes Red Currant.
J. T. Taylor office In brick near
Court House. 9-lS-St
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
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y CHURCH SERVICES SUNDAY. \

First Christian Science Society

Christian Science service will be
held in W. o. w. hall Sunday, Febru-
ary 27, 1910, at II a. m. Subject,
"Christ Jesus" Wednesday evening
meeting at 1880 p. m. in the same
hall. You are cordially invited to be
present.
Reading room, room s, same hall,
open every afternoon from to 4,
excepting Sunday.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
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DR.. Flanagan,
Physician and Surgeon.
Kindergarten, Primary, All c St.
J.E.Peterson. PisaeerInsuranccMan.
Alfred Letcher. Registered Opto-
netrist and Jeweler In Dixen's old
stand. Front st. Eyes tested free.
Have your bicycle cleaned and re-
paired at Cramer Bros.
Curtiss & Co.. jewelers.. are stih
In business at the same old stand.
RanAie, the plumber.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25

The Woodmen OF the World enter
tanned their auxiliary. Azalia Circle,
Women of Woodcraft, on Monday
evening and an exceptionally good
time was had by the large number OF
members and invited guests pres
ent. A splendid program had been
prepared and was rendered and fully
appreciated by the audience, the
program consisting Of literary anc
musical selections of very enjoy
able nature. After the program old
and young alike Joined in the jolly
games and an evening OF pleasure
such as has not been witnessed in
the hall for long time was the re-
suit. An excellent oyster supper was
served and partaken Of with relish
by the large number present The
gentlemen found their partners for
supper by matching pieces Of card
board, cut in various shapes, and
with corresponding numbers. In
the various games and contests Of
the evening, prizes were awarded to
deserving ones, one of the most de-
serving, and also the most amusing,
being the potato race by R. H.
O'Neill and one Of the lady members
Mr.. O'Neill Is an expert in this line
of athletic sport, and can hardly be
beaten by anyone of his size. This
supper was one Of the most success
full and enjoyable affairs held in
lodge circles for some time.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25

The Dorcas society OF the Christian
church held pleasant and profit.
able meeting on Tuesday afternoon
at the home of the president of the
society, Mrs. Mcconnell. As the
members arrived their hands were
soon 'busily employed In piecing quilt
blocks, and 50 well was the work
done that more than enough blocks
Tor Quilt were finished during the
afternoon A number Of aprons were
then sold at very reasonable prlces
After this came short address nv
the secretary explaining the pros.
porous condition OF the society and
as note OF 500 had been paid or
oy the society, the event was ce,e.
GRATED by burning the small piece NJ
paper representing the sum and
nearly applause sounded through tbo
room as the flames did their worr
Another note for $50 is expected N
De paid off at the next social meat.
Ing In March and this will be another
cause Tor Thanksgiving in the church
ana society, and proof OF what will.
Ing hands and hearts can do for tho
good OF the cause In which they are
used After the business had heen
attended to. an enjoyable program
was rendered Vocal music was ran.
dered and recitatlons by velma lack.
son and Eleanor Cougle were much
enjoyed After this table contain.
ing O large assortment OF articles
was placed In the midst Of the com.
Nany and each lady was allowed 70
view the same for a certain time Tho
table was then removed and pencils
and paper distributed around and
'aeh lady requested 20 write a lie,
ot The articles from memory paners
were then exchanged and corrected
and Mrs. Ahlt received the nrs,
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
The Courier I months for Soc.

Don't wait for the setting hen. get
Bros. "'ner
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
BORN.

THOMAS-At Salem, Oregon, Mon
day, February 7, 1910, to Mr.. and
Mrs. owen A Thomas, a son.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25

Last Friday was the S3rd birthday
anniversary Of c. B. Caldwell, OF this
city, and the event was celebrated at
the home of his daughter, Mrs. C.
F. Dixon. This date was also the
birthday anniversary of Mr.. Cald-
wells daughter, Mrs. c. o. Bigelow,
Of Williams, and she took an active
part In the activities. A large num-
Der Of relatives and friends were in
vited to help keep the day in a fit
ting way and succeeded In man
ner which will leave a lasting i'm
preston on the minds OF those pres
ent as one Of the happiest evenings
they have ever spent. Games of
various kinds were INDUCED In and
Grandpa" Caldwell and his daugh-
ter received many hearty birthday
greetings and that they might be
able to celebrate many more ami
versaries together In the years to
come. A bountiful luncheon was then
served to the large gathering, after
which all departed for home. Those
present were: C. B. Caldwell and
Mrs. c. o. Bigelow, guests OF honor,
Mr.. and Mrs. c. +, Dixon, Mrs Geor-
gia Burley, Mr.. and Mrs. G. NJ. Cald-
we'll and family, Miss Myrtle Howell,
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed Lister, Mr.. and Mrs.
Eclus Pollock, Mrs, j. D. Frye, Mrs.
Eta Tompkins, Mrs. Alice Rummell,
Clarence Close. Mr.. and Mrs. Thos.
Clemo and Miss BERTHE Clemo.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25
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y SOCIAL EVENTS


The dance given on Tuesday even
ing by the Dean orchasera at the Col
iseum rink was a very enjoyable one
to those attending. The crowd was
not so large as was expected, but the
dancing space was comfortably filled
all evening from 9 to 1 o'clock. The
grand march took place at 9 O'Clock
and programs were given out at the
finish of the march, after which the
dancing began. The music was good,
the floor in good shape and a jolly
evening was passed in keeping step
to the lively pieces rendered.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25

Ine Courier 4 months for so cent.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25

II you want garden seeds or rose
bushes leave orders with Cramer
Bros
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 1886-1927, 1910-02-25

Tree rruners, Pruning Saws and
Hand Primers at Cramer Bros.
The Ward County independent., 1910-03-03


:There will be quite emigration from North
xxkuta to Montana the coming spring. and the
snaapendent wants to call the attention OF Its read
rs. and especially those who are contemplating
xaae there. to tie conditions True there is some
rDvenment land left. and in time, It win probably
Ae worth considerable The homesteader must re-
snenaer however that Uncle Sam will require him
Z. I'VE on that land five years. and unless he has
as hacking, to begin with, this will be next to i'm
p.ssihae, The North Dakota homesteaders realize
Nssas- than anyone, what that means. How many OF
IL readers of the Independent, who filed on home
aAaax in North Dakota, could have stayed by their
1,uazae propositions and won out, had it not been
n sAe fact that Uncle Samuel allowed you to make
An,s proof at the end Of fourteen months, and In
- say and that only were you able to carry
n yu1r farming operations With the Montana
Assteads this will be different, and for that rea-
-. 10 say, if YOU are not prepared to live the
~ 6NSp Sp:years; don't Eo.atan 80 !s g. 4ss-al.
ySp& r.st.
The Ward County independent., 1910-03-03
HIGH PRICES IN CANADA, TOO.

Aberdeen News: Our Canadian neighbors are
worrying about the high cost of living too. It
the advance has been about great in Canada
in the United States, despite the fact that the
PaynsAldrich law doesn't operate in Canada. The
Canadians have quite reasonable explanation
Of part Of the increased cost of living. however-an
explanation which applies well tothis side Of the
border. 1t was brought forth by the grocers of Ot-
tawa who state that groceries not in the least
higher priced than they were fifteen years ago,
with the exception Of farm products, but were in
many cases much lower. But every grocer knew
that instead of buying such commodities as break.
fast foods the people longer used rolled oats
and wheat and meal at few cents pound,
but desired advertised package substitutes which
cost them high as 20 cents pound and in
or two instances more than that Out Of season
fruit, vegetables and greens used by every
on, where fifteen years ago the demand for them
came from only very few customers" '@%
Rentals, though, reported to be 30 per cent
higher than ten years ago, house furnishings
from Is so per cent higher, paints oils etc., from
10 to IS per cent higher. At any rate, it appears
that the Canadians have as much right to- complain
as, the Americans have-and they haven't a real
scapegoat to LAY it on" ,,.;.. ,...>
The Ward County independent., 1910-03-03

Father Joseph Raith is looking up the prospects
for opening a Sisters Hospital in Miaot He has
considerable money in sight. but It will be neces.
sary for citizens to contribute quite an addition
al amount. The Sisters do not want the money
actually given them. but any amount given would
be considered payment in advance for services.r
Hospitals in charge Of the Sisters have always been
very successful, and If they succeed in locating
in this city, it will doubt be self-sustaining
within a short time. While we have one hospiatl,
that is doing excellent work, it is considered in.
adequate to the demands, and a second hospital
would In way effect the business of the one
which we already have. This is of the best hos.
pital locations in the Northwest and it Is to be
hoped, that Father Kath will be successful in his
endeavors.. .- .r':. ="
The Ward County independent., 1910-03-03

Here is Q little light on that 'possum question
which raised by the! editor of the Bantry Adj
vocate recently. A letter has been received from
an old friend of the Independent, E. B. Paris, of
Kalispell Mont that perhaps was meant TO defend
the action Of the editor Of this; paper However,
after reading and re-readng It, We don't know but
what our old friend is throwing the harpoon into
u.s. (excuse slang expresson) for according to
Mr.. Paris version Of the bible we might be usti-
fed in indulging in choice canine roast or a
nice tender equine steak. The letter follows
Editor Independent: s.,.y .as..Jo e,1,- 80
1 see the Bantry Advocate accuses you of =:
eating unclean meat when you ate Of the opos-
sum; Tell him to take his bible (perhaps he'll
have to borrow one) and read from the 18th
Chapter Of Deuteronomy, commencing at the
18th verse. He will you did not commit
any sin for it says: "Thow mayest eat flesh
whatsoever thy soul lusteth after" Yours with
" best wishes, E. B. Parris"~ ~ .
Editorial Note-We will accept 'possums from our
Southern readers on subscription for q limited time
The Ward County independent., 1910-03-03

The farmers should be. exceedingly careful in
securing their seed especially grass seeds OF var
ious kinds North Dakota seed houses are having
their troubles in securing clover, timothy, bromus,
rye, grass and other seeds of similar nature that
will pass the inspection of Seed Commissioner
Bolley. OF course, If the farmers desire to SOW
any old kind of seed, they can patronize some
houses outside of the state, and then, there
i. probability that such Seed If round to be i'm
pure. be seized in transit. No doubt the pure
seed law is an excellent thing No longer will a,
North Dakota seed company dare to sell clover seed
that is half mustard. Bromus seed peppered with
longer with safety be sold for the pure quill The
pure, can be seized in transit. No doubt the pure
seed law tolerates the presence of small percent
Of the less destructive weeds, but draws the line
on the least bit Of dodder. Again say, stick by
the North Dakota seed houses. The law was
framed up for the special benefit Of you farmers.
If you desire absolute protection, don't send out
Of the state for your seeds. "-~f >~ ";'tS
The Ward County independent., 1910-03-03

North Dakota is falling down badly in its effort
to raise the necessary amount for the silver service
for the North Dakota battleshp; This seems too bad
No large amounts have been asked from any one
individual and dollar is the most that expected
from any one. Strange as it may seem thirteen
counties in the state assessed at $2S65 have failed
to send one dollar to the fund. One county, Town
er, has sent in the exact amount, s275 Five coun.
ties, Adams, Eddy, Rolette. Stark and stutsman
have sent in sums little excess OF their assess.
ments. Ward county has mot yet sent in its full
share. What is the matter with Imperial Ward?
Let's ct busy and raise this amount Send in your
money tp Martin jacobson OF Minot s'and it VIII
get into the proper channels.
The Ward County independent., 1910-03-03

rumor was rife in political circles to the effect
that e. B. sinkler, one of Mnet's prominent attor
neys had been offered the Republican nomination
for attorney general if he would allow his name to
be used. Mr.. Sinkler is popular and we'll known
over the state, and no doubt would make a very
capable attorney general, but he does not want the
office. II couldsbe handed the otHce on a silver.
platter, would refuse it. If elected, I would Ger.
tanly resign is the way that Mr.. sinkler EXPRESSED
himself to an Independent representative
Editor liGlbertsen Of the Glenburn Advance has !
keen sense for the fitness Of things. In his last
ISSUE APPEARS San attractive advertisement from
hospital Isnd directly beneath it, appears coz
spicpous advertsement fcg 3the Glsnbusn- undar..