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THE MORNING OREGONIAN, WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY i, 1903. CITY NEWS IN BRIEF The Orcgonlan'a Telephone. orxcox. Couttlnc Jtoora Mala OC7 Varasrlnc E4llor Main JJJ City Editor Ma n 100 ITatt BI4e Offlte - V,EfJScSi Eupcruiurteat Eullfiine Kta COLUMUIA. Ownuar Itoom - ?I EJItortal Room - Compolr. Itoom "ASA EccUi Hoom " AMLgUMRNTS. MAnQl'M CnANI TIIEATE It Tonight at 8 15 o'clock. Frank DanU-la Ic the operatic comeir. illf$ Simplicity." THE IIAKEll TH EATKH Tills cvenlnt " b IS. ""ilea and V.'oinin." COItDRAVS Til E ATEIt ThU fvenlne at .8:1 ItulMi W !ch nr.J Kitty Francle In "car A". Kile Walker." "WiiEf to 1av "Water Rates. Now 1? u good time for jieonle who do not like to wait for hours around the office of the City Watrr "Works to pay their water rates. The clerks are nu. Kepi outy jum row, and people are not stanJlnR In lines walung for a chance to pass In their money. Kor several days about the 10t4 of every month the olllce Is crowded and ono must spend hours working along tit the end of a string, of people before th3 money can bo paid In and a receipt sfcurcd. There are three clashes of iieople among water consumers a email one which pays about the first of the month, a large ono which puts it oft" un til the l.vt moment, on the 10th, when th- rates become delinquent, and a third clam, which forgets to pay and becomes tlelliHiuent. Frequently people In the last class have the water shut off and have to pay SO cents to get It turned on arfain. The funny part or It Is that the same people apicnr in the came class' month ufter month, and do not seem to profit by experience. Still, this is a matter which concerns themselves principally, and is not subject to criticism, and so is merely mentioned as one of the Idiosyncrasies of human nature. "Will Show How It Looks. R. S. Greenleaf is making a topographical sur vey of the Plaza block in front of the County Courthouse, where the monument to soldiers of the Second Oregon Regiment Is to bo placed. It will gi"e the slope of the land, location of trees on the hlock. views of the surrounding buildings, and views of the block from different stand points. It is intended to give the artist who is to plan the laying out and orna mentation of the block as good an Idea of its appearance as if he viewed It witli his own eyefi. Probably In preparing for tho proper ornamentation of the block, so that it may become a beautiful place In years to come, the unsightly poplars nnd unshapely locust tree with which the block is overcrowded, will be removed nnd a proper number of trees of a suitable kind will bo planted when the ground ts laid out. This will give them room to grow and become more beautlflfll with age. while the block will become a thing of beauty and n joy forever to the citi zens of Portland. Proved a Disastrous Contract. Two men who had been out of work for some time secured n contract to remove two trees on Seventh street Just south of Har rison street for Tj each. They tackled the Job yesterday, and got down one of the trees, a large locust, and now they wteh they had not fpund work 93 soon. They dug a pit around the tree and cut off the roots on all sides, until finally at an In opportuno moment a puff of wind gave it a start and It fell, tho limbs brushing down the front of a house near by, tear ing off the cornice from one side of the roof, breaking out three large squares of glass and doing other damage, the cost of repairing which will be more than they will get for cutting down" both treea This sort of thing tends to discourage men out of work from looking for jobs. There have been many trees along streets cut down this Winter; but no feucji serious damage has been reported before. Y. M. C A. Conference Ended. Yes terday was the third and last day of the general conferences that have been held ot the Y. M. C. A. by International Sec retary Robinson, of the boys' work de partment. Mr. Robinson, who Is from New York, Is called the "boy man," and he Tias been In Portland looking over the work of the Junior members of the local association and holding talks with the boyo themselves. Yesterday from 9 A. II. until 12 M. and from 2 to 4:30 P. M. was held the boys work Institute, and last evening from 7 until S was held a general workers' conference of boys and young men, from 12 to IS years old. Af ter the workers' conference. Secretary Robinson held a parents' conference In the large auditorium on the third floor of the Association building. There were many people present, who listened at tentively to the strong address delivered by the visitor from the East, COUUIESlONEn MClSAAC AT OLTMPIA. C. H. Mclsaac, secretary of the Manu facturers' Association, and a special com. ralssioner of the Lewis and Clark Expo sition, left Monday night for Olympla. where he will place the claims of the 1903 Fair for recognition before the members of the Washington Legislature. Mr. lie Isaac is confident that "Washington will make a liberal appropriation for tho Fair. The interests o Portland, Seattle, Tacoma and Spokane and the farming communities adjacent to each city are Identical, and he cays the people realize that fact and are willing in every way to assist In mak ing the Exposition a success. Mr. lie. Isaac Is now preparing a bill to be sub mited to tho Legislature, and he has hopes of its passage. He expects a Fair appropriation this year, but he believes the Legislature will supplement the sum at the session of ISOu. OLD LANDMARK IS. MOVED. The One- etory cottage that has stood for so long at the southwest corner of Twelfth and "Washington streets, has been moved from its frontage on "Washington street, so that It will face Twelfth street This leaves lot of ground at the corner, which will no doubt be used for building purposes. It could not be learned yesterday to what purpose the lot was to be put, and what kind of a building would be erected, but almost any kind of a structure would Im prove the appearance of the corner. It Is to be hoped that the improvement will Include a stone etdewalk, for the wooden affair that now lies rotting before the premises Is dangerous, unsightly and but little better than mother earth herself. Loo Boou Objected To. A log boom company has been formed to place a log Doom in ino iewis uiver. for the nuroosa of catching logs from the burnt district along the river which Is quite extensive. Some of the steamboatmen think the boom as projected will be a serious obstruction to navigation, and they will take the mat ter up with the United States Engineers for their opinion and adjustment. It Is stated that the boom is to be constructed co' as to occupy all the navigable water from tho bridge to the mouth of the river, and would practically close the stream to navigation during the low-water season. Tho United States Engineers -will undoubtedly adjust the matter to the sat isfaction or an concerned. No "Word or Missino Bot. The report year-old son .of Ben Latz, who disap peared from his home January 24, and has not been heard from since, was located at Castle Rock, and was on his way home, has not been authenticated. "When seen last evening. Mr. Latz said that he had heard nothing from his mUslng boy, and that ho had not the slightest idea of bis whereabouts. Where Is SncT If Mrs. John F. Ehorcy. recently or Aevr York, will com tnunlcate with the Hasty Messenger Com pany, sha will learn much to her ad vintage. THunBDAT MoRKCfo the Little Art Shop will bo ready for business at their new store In the l. II. C. A. building. Fourth, sear laaiuiu 1903 models of Columbia and Hartford bicycles now on exhibition at F. P. Kecaan's, US First street. Br.0WNs Oalltrt, moved to Labbe big. Wise Bbobh dentist, fibs Falling; Monument Was Not Built. One ot a party meeting at lunch yesterday was telling rather a touching tale in regard to an old-time resident and capitalist of this city, who, "when ta'en at last to the rude bed where all must He.' would fain forget the turbid past and lay him down In peace to die." He asked that his remains be incinerated, and that over the casket containing his ashes a monument Suited to his worth and wealth be erected. An attempt was made ostensibly to carry his wishes out. but during the process of Incineration a forced draught was brought Into play, and. as the tory went, his ashes were all blown up the Hue and scat tered to the winds of heaven. There was nothing left over which to build a monu ment, and the money Intended for this structure was being utilized by the wide awake person to whom through force of circumstances the property of deceased fell, to build himself an elegant mansion, which will be of much more use to him than a monument could be to vanished allies. Unitarian Alliance. This afternoon will be held literary exercises of the al liance, at which Miss Helen Spalding will clvc n book review of Professor Genung's "Robert Louis Stevenson. Ills Attltuaa to Life." at the Unitarian Chapel. Sev enth and Yamhill streets. There will be a short business session from 2 until 2:30. when Miss Snaldlnir will bo heard. A cordial welcome is extended all. The al liance is arranclng also for a social for next Frldar evening ot the chapel, when will be given a short musical pro gramme, followed by "progressive conver .nation" and light refreshments. All mem bers Hnd friends of tin. church, as well ns strangers, arc Invited. Street-Cleanehs Couldn't Work. The men of the Street-Cleaning Depart ment were given a holiday yesterday morning, the frost having been so severe the night beforo that they could not scmne the cutters or sweep the streets. The men were wandering about with their weather" eyes open to see whether It was going to rain or snow. As they had not been paid, there was no danger of their spending much money, and tncy were all practicing a Judicious economy. They will probably be paid on Thursday and their holiday will be over by thaftlme. Double IlEADnn Basket-Ball, Baseball, Willamette Univ. vs. Portland All-Stars. II. A. A. C vs. Portland Y. M. C A. baseball. Friday night. Feb. C. Y. M. C A, gym. One admission to both games. Seats 23 cents. Don't miss it. The Club Journal appears regularly the first of the month. The current num ber surpasses In Interest and attractive ness any preceding Issue. A rapidly In creasing circulation proves Its popularity. On tale at Rogers . Notice. Telephone orders for picture- framing, etc, will be received today at 315 Alder, North 331; after February 5, at M. C. A. building. Fourth and Yam hill. Floral pieces resonable. Burkbardfa. TONIGHT AT CORDRAY'S. The Latent Mimical Comedy Success , "Wear)- "WIIHe "Wnlker." A promise of amusement of a high or der la given by Mr. John F. Cordray to night and the remainder ot me weeK, when "Weary Willie Walker" will be presented. This play Is one of the best musical farcc-ccmedles ever written, nnd is a rel theatrical treat. Interest Is awak ened early In the play and It never Hags; everything runs nlong swiftly, with the Joy and sparkle of an interesting book under a June sun, fascinating and de lightsome. The embarrassments, the runny com plications, the curious and absurd inc! dents, the novel situations.! the ridiculous mistakes and the bright dialogue, added to capital acting, can only result In one thing great pleasure and laughter for nearly three hours. Best of all, the pliy Is clean In every line and. situation. It will be presented by a special company, headed by the talented comedians, Mr. lluoe welch and Miss Kitty Francis. There will be the usual ladies and children's matinee Sit urday. "31 en nnd Women" Popular. Large and demonstrative audiences greet the Baker Stock Company nightly In their excellent production of Men and Women." One of the strong Indications of the high estimation In which this com pany Is held by tho amusement-loving public of this city is the kindly demon et ration accorded every member upon their initial entrance at each performance. It Is a just tribute to the popularity of this excellent company of players. George Alison, as William Prescott, Is handling this character In a manner that gives more than satisfaction to the auditor. In tho last act, where he Is In the act of taking his own life to escape dkgrace, is a strong and natural piece of acting. Port land theater-goers may look for some ex ceptlonally fine work from Mr. Alison. William Bernard Is easy and natural as the president of the Jefferson National Bank. In the scene where he pleads with Steadman (William Dills) to save the bank from ruin he holda the audience In almoct breathless expectancy. The entire company has never appeared in any play at the Baker Theater where each Indl vldual is more suited to his or her respec tive part than In "Men and Women." The actresses of the company are more than equal to the occasion -and acquit them selves in an admirable manner. The stage settings are complete In every detail and the second act Is the most beautiful stage setting ever seen on the local stage. Th lighting eirect Is perfect. "lien and Women" will run all this week at the Baker Theater, and It le safe say that the same crowded houses that this popular theater, is noted for will con tinue. Lnat Sight of Frank Daniels. The last performance of Frank Daniels In his successful new opera, "Miss Sim pllclty," will be given tonight at the Marquam Grind Theater. Mr. Daniels, Oratorio Season TAYLOR-ST.' m. e. CHURCH Cor. Third and Taylor Tuesday Evening, February 10, at 8:30 HANDEL'S MESSIAH AND GADE'S CHRISTMAS EVE - SOLOISTS MRS. ROSE BLOCH BAUER MRS. WALTER REETJ MR. H. W. HOGUE DR. W. A. CUMMING CHORUS, 65 VOICES T ORCHESTRA, 25 PIECES Direction ... W. H. BOYER Tickets for anle at Woodard, Clarke Co.'s, Laue-Davia', Graves & Co.'s ana Eilers Piano House. PRICE, 50 CENTS " always an artist, together with an ex cellent company and a bright, clean. p-to-date operatic comedy. Is one of tho best attractions Portland has had this season, and should not be missed. Murray nnd Mack Tomorrow. Tomorrow IThursday) night nt the Mar- quam Ornnd Theater Murray and Mack, the funniest of ml funny Irish comedians, will open n engagement of three nights. with a popular matinee Saturday, in tr.eir new musical success, "A Night on Broad way." The play Is a musical extrava ganza from the pen of Cimpbell and Skinner, produced by a company of SO people. It is an nlry trifle, with a sem blance of a plot on which hangs a string of bright and interesting specialties. The production Is a novel one lor a comic play, and actually has an effect a ludi crous one, of course which consists of the unusual. The production from every standpoIntMs said to be exceedingly mer itorious, and an unusually large company Is employed, beautiful costumes and spe cial scenery, mechanical and electrical effects and a dazzling chorus of beauty, nnd all that goes to make a good, en- Joyablo'entertalnment are promised. Seats aro now selling. Florence Roberta ComlnK. Pliygoers in general will be pleased to learn that the distinguished actress. Florence Roberts, will return to this city next Monday night for ono week nt the Marquam Grand Theater In a reper toire which embraces some ot tho plays she appeared in when last here and a few new ones. Miss Roberts has made an extensive tour Into tho East, and has met with flattering success in a territory which Is comparatively new to her. In adjacent cities, such as Spokane. Butte end Salt Lake, where the gifted actress was quite unknown up to her recent ap pearances there, sho was enthusiastically received as one of the' greatest stars ever seen In emotlonil roles. Sho Is a great favorite here, her splendid portrayals of such exacting coles as Zaza, Sapho and "Camlllo" having made lasting Im pressions upon local lovers of good dra matic art. Fcmlnlno playgoers, and. for that mat ter, masculine, too. Will never Torget with what extreme tasto and elegance Florcnco Roberts dressed her several characters. Her magnificent gowns were long a subject of comment, and. Indeed, they were masterpieces of the dress makers' art. It Is somewhat pleislng to note that a Western actress can vie with and even surpass Eastern actresses In tho matter of dress. "The StnrbncUa" Next Week. . ' Life In Tennessee as seen and studied by Oplo Read, the -novelist, will be de pleted on tho stngb at the Baker Theater next week under the tltlo of "The Star bucks." This play was dramatized by Opio Read from his story of the eame name and gives the Baker Stock Company an opportunity to show Its ability in the character line. Almost every character In "The Starbucks" Is a character In every sense ot the word. Its atmosphere is complete nnd It Is the idea ot the author to place the players on the etngc the same as the people live in Tennessee, it w on tho same order as "In Missouri" and is filled with strong heart Interest and an abundance of bright comedy. Carlyle Moore, the stage director of the Baker Theater, will be assisted in the production by William 11. DIHh. who was with Oplc Read during bis direction of the original production at the Dearborn Theater, Chi cago. "Wnrd'n Mlnatrels Next Similar. Harry Ward's big minstrel company Is certiln to command tho attention of the amusement patrons next Sunday at Car dray's Theater. This magnificent organ ization is composed this season of 40 of the cream of burnt-cork artists. The en gagement is for three nights, beginning with matinee Sunday, February & Stnte Represented by Lnvryers. R. Scott, ot Milwaukle. who returned a few days ago from attending the meeting ot the National Livestock Association, at Kansas City, to find himself appointed one of the Board of Commissioners of tho Lewis and Clark Fair, was In 'the city yesterday. Ho says he feels lonesome, be ing the only farmer on tho board, among many lawyers. Mr. Scott thinks farm lng is the leading Industry ot the state. It has only ono representative on the board, and neither lumbering, which ranks as second, nor fishing, which Is third, has a representative. He says he went back East once to attend a convention which was attended by 300 members, and amon; tho delegation from Oregon and Washing' ton there were only two farmers. The others were nearly all lawyers. From Oregon there wcro besides lawyers, two bankers, a preacher and himself. Ho Is sorry that he -did not get back In time to do some work at the Legislature to' help get a bridge across the "Willamette at Milwaukle. Ho says a suspension bridge can be built there to accommodate the travel of two counties for 160.000. Mr. Scott left for Salem last night to endeavor to get a bill through which Is Intended to stamp out the dlseasa f tuberculosis among cattle here. As the law now Is, It is not possible to compel the owners of cattle afflicted with tuberculosis to kill CASTOR I A Tor Infanti and CMldren. The Kind You Have Always Bought Signature of PAISLESS DEJtTISTRT Dr. Fred Fnbn. Dckum b'.dr. Full att teeth. Gold crowca. 2SK Brl6s work. zzE $5 PMUddphla graduate. All tba lateit appli ances tor dolns perfect work. Fred Preho. The rxkao. cor. (d aad WaaMsstoa. Portland. Or. them. The new law provides for some compensation to tho owners" of such cat tle, and for compelling them to kin sucn diseased cattle. Thus the disease will be stamped out. At tho last meeting of the Breeders' Association the matter ot pre paring and securing the passage of such a bill was left to a committee ot which Mr. Scott is chairman. He has no idea that there will be any serious opposition to the bill. Mr. Scott's place is situated between Scllwood and Milwaukle. 1111- waukle pays a 30-mlll echool tax and 32 mills county tax. They want a bridge and want to get rid of the powder maga zines located there. One of these Is on Mr. Scott's place, but he says he Is not afraid of powder. PANTS SALE At the nroTrnnvIHc Woolen Mills Store Continues All This Week. Pants that are good all wool at $2, 12 SO. 13. K SO and Ji. and which formerly sold at from 53 W to K, are the drawing- card at the Woolen Mill Store on Wash ington street, between First and Sec ond streets. No one but a woolen mill that makes both the cloth and tho. pantr could begin to sell them at these prices. But this Is the Brownsville's style of do ing business, giving the best pure wool goods of all kinds at the smallest manu facturers' prices. Theatrical Managers Sued. A suit for wages Is one of tho things that J. F. Crosby. Jr., and May Forman, manager of tho Burglar and Waif Com pany have on their hands that they did not have when they came to Portland. In formation was filed in Justice Reed's Court yesterday by the Leondor brothers, who did an acrobatic net for the com pany from February until April. 1302. to recover J1T9 and J177 due them In wages. John Logan is the attorney for tho Leon dor brothers. WHERE TO DINE. For that hungry feeling try the Port land restaurant, 303 Washington street. IIIgh-Grnilc I'lnniin fur Rent. Sold on easy Installments. Pianos tuned and repaired. II. Slnshclmer, 72 Third st. Are unlike all oxner pills. No purging or pain. Act specially on the liver and bile. Carter's Little Liver Pills. One pill a dose. ESTEY PIANOS Only a critical purchaser, a musician, or discriminating dealer can fully appre ciate the musical qualities of THE ESTEY PIANO It Is, however, to such a class that we cater. ESTEY PIANOS Are manufactured In conformity with the requirements of cultured and exacting piano purchasers. We solicit an Inspection of the ESTEY PIANO "We are also representatives for the Stelnway. acknowledged by all to be the finest piano made. The A. ft. Chase, Emerson, Starr and several other woll known makes, all high grade. AVe also have several used pianos, all in fine con dition, ranging in price from to 51. j. You will save money by giving us a call before you buy. SOULE BROS. PIANO CO. 020 AVnalilnRton treet, Near Sixth. Expert turning and repairing. Phone nln 677. SPRING STYLES OF SHOES ARE NOW IN GOOD SHOES AT POPULAR PRICES Goddard-Kelly ShoeCompany SIXTH AND WASHINGTON STS FELLOWS 209 Washington Street 15 Cents Found Good English Breakfast Tea. 30 Cents Pound Choice Sun-Cured Japan Tea. 15 Cents Found Best Fresh Roast Costa Rica Coffee. 30 Cents Found Hoffman House Java and Mocha Coffee. 25 Cents Six Larpe Bars Pure 'White Floating Soap, for laundry or Bath. 10 Cents 6-Pound Package Best Table Salt. 15 Cents Two 3-Pound Cans Strawberry Beets. 45 Cents Gallon Fancy Table Syrup Bring Pall. $4-60 JOO-Pcund Sack Best Granulated Sugar, E COAL $6.50 GRAND 10 Is Irapjr, quick fir):?, espeduij iftptid for rati purpjjt:. OAK 1231 KING COAL CO. Edison Phonographs More Popular Than Ever What amusement device In the world today will tive you more genuine pleasX ure and fun than an Edison phonograph? Every pleasure that sound can give Is condensed on Its cylinders: all of the late operatic selections, vaudeville sketches, violin nnd banjo solos, all of the popular soncs of the day, and even mandolin solos by L. Selgel can be had. Edison phonographs range from $10 to t20 in price. The new molded records are 50 cents each," or to per dozen. Cata logues on application. We have Just re ceived an Invoice' of these new molded records. Call and hear them. Visitors welcome at Graves & Co.'s Music Store 124 SIXTH, near Wash. Victor and Graphophono Talking Ma chines and Supplies. NEW Postage-Stamp Albums Containing Spaces for All Stamps Ever Issued 1903 Edition $1.50 Ea. Catalogue Giving Correct Value of All Stamps 50c Each, 58c by Mall :: :: :TRY US: D. M. AVERILL & CO. The Curio Store, 331 Morrison St. ar -" " M .1 1903 Buy the best spec tacles in existence for $1, $1.50 and $2.50, eluded. sight We m- sell em. WALTER REED The Optician 133 SIXTH STREET Orcgonlan Bldg. Dr. LC BROWN ETH AKD EAR DISEASES. Uarauam bis..' noma ?2-7. Kadwar'a Readr lUll.f liacuraror.Terr pala. (aotbadia. Beidacn. n.uraJxla. rtMumaUam. DO e ae as I- THE GREATEST VALUES IN MEN'S SUITS O BOYS' SUITS FORMERLY SOLD FOR $10 & $11 DAMAGE SALE PRICES $4 and $5 CLOTH "AN EARLY SALEM WOOLEN MILLS STORE "Strongest Overcoat House In the State." 85 87 THIRD STn BETWEEN STARK AND OAK STS. et.:::::::::::::::: Electric Lamps Reduced Portland General Electric Co. THE PORTLAND PORTLAND, OREGON American Plan cost one aenxioir dollars. HEADQUARTERS FOB TOURISTS Special rates made to families and single gentlemen. The maaatfe Bent will be pleased at aU times to show rooms aad give prices. A mod 5 I era THrklsh bath establishment la I SCHWAB BROS. PRINTING CO. BEST WORK. REASONABLE PRICES 247X Stark Street Phone Main 178 f COFFEE HABIT. g Gt out of th rut.yovrttlf ! Alt doctors rtsamntsd COCOA & CHOCOLATE I I prtftrta.t t. c.ff.i. t 1 I Whynotgtt thtBet? I $10,000 DAMAGE BY SMOKE AND AND OVERCOATS PORTLAND HAS EVER SEEN MEN'S OVERC'TS REGULAR RETAIL PRICE $20.00 AND $22.50 DAMAGE SALE PRICE $10 and $12.50 SUITABLE FOR LADIES' TAILOR-MADE SUITS, HANDSOME PATTERNS, REGULAR PRICES $3.00, $3.50 AND $4.50 PER YARD MARKED DOWN TO 75c, $1.00 AND $1.50 A YARD. CHOICE WILL ASSURE YOU To.... Consumers Of current from our mains, we have reduced the price of lamps below cost, viz.: 15c each or $1.75 dozen These are standard, first-grads Edison lamps that we formerly sold at 25c each, and are made ' especially for our circuits. Buy our lamps and get good service. Delivered tn Dozen Lots Free of Charge $3.00 Per Day and upward. AID COMMERCIAL TRAVELERS th hotel. H. C. BOWERS. Mjr J KINIGHT'S SPECIAL Children's Department By far the largest in the city Half the entire sec ond floor. COME AND SEE Rock Springs Range Coal For cookilore and small heaters 'tla cleanest and best S8.S0 per ton. v nOTlI PHONES. VULCAN COAL CO WATER A-GOOD FIT." o e o