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THE DALLES WEEKLY CHRONICLE WEDNESDAY. MARCH 15, 1899. fte Weekly Ghroniele. nrriCUL PAPER OF WABCO COCKTY. puhlithed in two partt, on Wtdiitday$ i Saturdaw- gCBSCKIPTION BATES. A1L, rOSTAOl rEIPAID, IB ADV1HC. 1 Ml hi. rear T f. iut' i? free month! pplicali'n. ,uruiiiiiiimi LE," Tae Kalles, Oregon. LOCAL BRBVITIES. Saturday'" Dally. Farmers in town today say tht it Lined much harder in the country last ight than It did Here, mat an right. et it rain, mere 8 noming eeiutn Lout us. These bo tlie mornings when the . . . ( ! L 1 little fisnei ln ine oro mns.oe lary il t'7 "u" u" hich is dropped lor mem, ana wary Ley certainly are if the experience of number of nimrods this morning is nv criterion to judge by. Five o'clock Lit about a dozen fishermen lined up long the banks of Mill creek this morn- ii2 armed with rod and line, angling fcr a trout for breakfast. Seven o'clock Lheldjustas many nimrods retracing ibeir footsteps loaded down with to lmal! fishes abont five inches long. The leader was humming at bass solo, some- Ling about "could we but fathom ;be mighty deep," the remainder joining nthechoius. Fishing is all right in Hill creek, but catching is where the Ihoe pinches. Cedar Circle has always been famous lor the entertainments given under her UBpices, and no order can excel the brograms which are gotten up principal- v within her own circle. Last night an xtra fine program was rendered, several her son s taking part who have not often leen heard by Dalles people, and each umber seemed to be especially well hosen and as well qiven. At tbo close bl the entertainment an hour or so was Ipent in dancing, the music being fur- ished by Mr. Lynch and Mrs. F. Mene- lee. Some weeks ago Mrs. Ed Waud, whose ome was directly across Mill cieek Lridge, died, leaving to the mercies of a ueband scarcely worthy of the name, young babe and four children besides lireat sympathy was felt by neighbors 'or the little ones, and since the mother was taken away efforts have been made o in soma way provide homes for them. rinally the case was submitted to the bf them Grace, aged 6 ; Katie,, iged 3, fend Emma, 4 weeks old, be sent to the Boys and Girls Aid Society of Portland, he complaint, alleging that the father has unkind to them and took no care pt them whatever. Monday, the 13th, s the day appointed for the hearing of the case and the decision as to whether they will be sent to the society. It is to ibe hoped that something will te done ffnr fha pMl.lion Occasionally Dalles people have a little variation in the regular program, and awaken some morning to find that a store, shop, or some place of business has been opened and ,a few hundred dollars taken, perhaps less. 6uch oc currences occasion slight excitement for a time and the , matter is forgotten. This should not be the case, but every possible means should be need to bring the culprit to justice, and, as in Tacoma, some special efforts be made. This morning when Mr. Gunning came down to bis blacksmith shop he found that he as worth 40 lees than when he left it last night, some individual having un locked the Urge door on the east side nd walked away with eleven Green river screw plates, taps, die and stock, nd a bolt clipper, which were worth all f$40. The case containing the screw P'tes was left, and many tools which ere valnable. No possible clue as to the robber can be found; but every effort is being made to apprehend him. Mr. Gonning says he cannot replace the "few plates here and perhaps not in Portland, "Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, a it with all thy might" has been the "Woof Mr. 8, B. Adama, whose third of office as school director ends "'ththe election Monday. Mr. Adams, understand, has fully decided not to gala accept the office, ami certainly D-llei people could not expect more of n'm than has already been given. Dur- t the nine-years In which he has Wed the district as director, his whole Purpose, and aim aenmed tn hit the onod f the school and everything in connec tion therewith. ilevntinir most of his time to Ilia Hull,. In ll.iu llarl h b'en erecting a residence of Ins own he eonld not have been more enthusiastic over eve-y detail than was be regarding erection of the liew High school building, nd his only regret now la that oil term U i . i... i .i. - up uriure no una nrtw utv ''k of beautifying the grounds fully completed, and still expresses himself as hnrriilnd to take aa much Interest as t''Hfh he were a director. District No. 12 should feel very grateful t Mr. Aln.s for Uls efforts In its behalf, and Jrot that in ( new director will be Mind ,, hM m j i0 moch t nrt. Monday's bally. E'liest LiiHiliteiimn came in from An telope this morning and will take a po sition in French A Co. 'a bank. Messrs. J. II. Carlock, W. R. Man ning and M. P. Page, of the U. S. Geo logical Survey, registered at the Umatilla House Saturday night. They are now engaged in running a level from Astoria up the Columbia river to Spokaue. At preteut they are working down aboat Moeier, and will be in this locality in about two weeks. Their headquarters are bere for the present. Alex McLeod came in from his ranch at Kingsley yesterday. He says the farmers are nearly done with epriug plowing, and some are alreadv plowing their summer fallow. He savs he has never seen better prospects forfait grain than there is on Tygh ridge, south of Dufur, but on this side the prospects are not so good.' The ground is well soaked, and with other things favorable Tygh ridge will yield one of her usual large crops in 1899. A number of Dalles people were on passenger trains Not. 4 and 2, returning from Portland last night, and upon reaching Cascades came to the con clusion that they were booked to take up their abode there for the night at least, a landslide being reported just this side of that place. No. 4 reached there about 3:50 and remained until about 12 o'clock ; while No. 2 was side tracked at Bonneville, arriving bere witain a half-hour of each other, the first at 2'o'clock and the last at 2 :30. The loss of stock in Crook county during the winter of 1898-99 may be now safely estimated as not worthy of mention. From all sections of the country come reports of light losses, and stock in fairly good condition. A recent heavy snowfall in ti e foothills assures us not only a heavy growth of grass during the coming season, but ample water for irrigation. Indeed, Crook county, Oregon, has few peers and no superiors on the Pacific coast aa a stock country. Crook Co. Journal. This year Is to be the year for "going West," and there will be no end of immigrants coming our way. The rail roads are doing their beet to settle up the Northwest, and the Great Northern and Northern Pacific have made a rate of $25 from St. Paul tj Portland, going into effect today. The Canadian Pacific and "Soo Line" have met this rate from Eastern terminals to Puget sound points. On and after the third Tuesday of this month and the first Tuesday in April the Canadian announces a round-trip first-class rate of $52 from St. Paul. The Saturday soirees given by Smith Bros, have been t ' urce of great enjoy men) to large number of dancers. Not only those belonging to the class, but many outsiders who appreciate a iiood floor and good music, attend every week. These were much disappointed to learn from the Times-Mountaineer last week that Saturday night's soiree would be the last. This was a mistake; it was not the last nor the least, and so thoroughly enjoyable was it that every one was glad to have Mr. Smith an nounce that he intended to have the soirees continue, although his dancing class will be closed for this season. FirBt, last and all the time The Dalles boys hold the medal. This time they lead at the seventh annual Oregon Inter collegiate oratorical contest, which oc curred at McMinnville Friday night. Eight different colleges were represented, and Homer Angell, of the state uni versity, who took for his subject "Our Spanish War Justice, Motive and Ef fects," was awarded the. first medal which is of gold, and valued at $25, be ing the best ever given by the associa tion. The Eugene Guard says of Homer : "He Is one of the brightest members of the student body, and very popular for the close attention and thoroughness which -lie exhibits for every phase of college endeavor. Mr. Angell has been successful not alone in this contest but In athletics aa well. He is one of the bright star guards who did so much to win for the footbs.ll team its splendid victories and good name during the past season. Tuenaay a unuy. Miss Cora Joles, who has been visiting In Portland for the past week, returned home on the boat last night. Mrs. Ed Beck, who has been visiting In Portland, came up to the Cascades Sunday, and, after spending a day with friends there, arrived home last night. Rev. Evans, pastor of the M. E. chnrch In Goldendale, accompanied by his wife, arrived yesterday from that place and will spend day or two In the city. Mrs. Sarah Reed, of the Viavi t,o., arrived in the city last night from Port land.. Read the notice of her lectures In another column and be sure to hear her, or you'll miss something good. Miss Christine Farrelly, of Portland, accompanied her cousin, who was on her way to Walla Walla, as far aa this city. She will spend today with her sister, Mrs. Ed Sharp, returning home tomorrow. The Knights held another of their famous "fun and sociability" meetings last evening. Thesn are becoming very popular, and 'tis not to be wondered at If the good times reported really occur. Next Thursday evening the Rathbones expect to give a dancing party. Brigadier Marshall, of Portland, as liitnd by Staff Captain Willis, will conduct salvation army meetings at the army barracks on Wednesday and Thors- day evening. There will also be an j who called at his store. The mackintosh lea cream supper on Thursday night, wit finally given up, but not the over Capt. Duthie will bid farewell the same 'coat. .They were arrested, and now evening. Everybody iovited. Letter received by friends from C; E. Bayard, who it now at Spokane, tells of the improved state of bis health. When he left this city many were deeply con cerned as to his condition, fearing hi disease would baltia medical skill, but the change has seemed to greatly bene fit biiu, and he is very hopeful. Henry O'Flaherty, who entUted in company L. at this place last spring, ia numbered anion- the lift of the recent dead at Manila. He is a son of J. E. O Flaherty, who lives at Barberton, Wash., and was not known here as far as we can learn. , However, the death of the brave boy is not lees regretted, and soma home is made desolate by the news. Mr. and Mrs. W, S. Chipp, who were married recently in Portland, eim up yesterday on the boat and remained over in the city until the midnight train. In the meantime a pleasant reception was given them by the Ep worth League, at the borne of Mrs. NeUon on Third and Liberty streets. About twenty-five were. present to greet Mr. and Mrs. Chipp and afterward accompany them to the train, wishing them a happy wedded life. Rev. Gentry Rushing, pastor of the Christian church of La Grande, will ar rive in the city this afternoon, with a view of taking the pastorate of the Christian church of this place. Rev. Rushing is said to be a talented minister and an ek.quent speaker. He will preach in the Christian church tomorrow evening, and probably the remaining evenings of tie week, A general invita tion is extended to all to be present. Our senators and representatives are returning from Washington seemingly glad to get home again. Sunday Repre sentative Tongue returned to his home in Hillsboro, while Senator Simon came Saturday night. Senator MjBride will remain in the capital for about ten days. His borne coming will be sad one, his sister, Mrs. B. F. Giltner, having died a ft w weeks since. Mrs. Ellis' health be ing very poor, Congressman Ellis will be compelled tq remain tor an indefinite length of time. At a meeting of the water commis sioners last night bids were received for the construction of the man bole on Union street, near Seventh. Four bids were submitted, , the two lowest by Messrs. J. C. Beudabl and J. Applegate, being for $109. As the bid of the former covered more work, the contract was let to him, providing he furnished good bonds. Some misunderstanding, bow ever, came up afterward as to the plans, and it has not as yet been decided who will take the contract. "The Dalles is generally considered to be a pretty slow city but it has got ahead of Walla Walla by commencing a sewer system. The pipes are to be of terra cotta, and the cost will be charged to the property benefiting thereby." So says the Walla Walla Statesman. We would like to be informed where that paper got the information regarding the slowness of The Dalles. Just move down here, Mr. Editor, and we'll show you what It means to live in a town w here busi ness is transacted. No Walla Walla gaits will answer bere, and you don't have to search down into the sewer system to find that out. In writing to the committee on en tertainment in Portland, one of the editors, whom we remember as being one of the mont enthusiastic and daring on the trip through Colorado, expressed a desire to see Mt. Hood illuminated. The committee has made arrangements to gratify the wish and W. G. Steel has consented to carry out the scheme. This will be a wonderful sight to maoy who have no idea of tbe grandeur of our snow-capped peak and who would go Into ecstacies over the Klickitat bill covered in snow. Now, if this scheme is only a success, a we hope it will be, it will be s great feature on the pro gram prepared for our visitors. The Noble Dramatic Company offers great inducements to the people of The Dalles. Being need to playing to crowded houses they offer the following induce ments, that people may attend tonight and determine for themselves what their merits are. Each gentleman buying a 50-cent ticket for tonight' play at the Snipes-Klnersly drug store will be en titled to be accompanied by a lady who will be admitted free; or two ladies will be admitted on the same ticket if it be procured In the manner mentioned. They also give out tickets each evening, which will entitle each one to a chance In the drawings for two sets of furniture that will be given as souvenirs during their stay. YesterJay morning two farmers, whose names we did not learn, came Into the city and left their team and wagon In Sexton's feed yard. Being ready to re turn home they went up to the wagon and placed a mackintosh and overcont on the seat, going out of the yard after ward to make some purchases they had forgotten. Upon returning they found the coats gone, and started out to In vestigate the matter. At one of the second-hand tore they were toU that two men had been there attempting to sell ome coats. The marshal was then fonnd.and together with thestore keeper went up to "tramp' camp" above the city, where two men were found whom the latter Identified a the men occupy the city jail awaiting trial. A large number of friends attended the funeral of Roderick McNeil, which was held at the Catholic 'church this morning at 9 o'clock, and regret was ex pressed by all as they contemplated the suddenness of the call which had come to one who was in tbe best health, and who it seems was so sadly needed by the Urge familr of children who sur vive him. Father Brongeeet spoke of his life in a manner which tola to the audience what an honest, upright man the deceased had always proven him self and of the (indness of bis heart for all. The office and workshop of Mr. Glenn were closed during the services, and among the sorrowing friends were found many of his fellow workmen, who appreciated his worth. He was buried by the side of his wife, who died about eighteen months ago, and whose body was laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery. Yesterday afternoon the case of the commitment ot tbe three Waud children to the Boys' and Girls' Aid Society came up before Judge May. Tbe complaint had been that the father was not a fit person to have the care- of the children and that be was unkind to them. It, however, appears that the father and mother of Mr. Waud have been caring for the little ones, and being very much attached to them are willing to see that they are brought up in the right man ner, it was therefore decided that it was not necessary to commit them to the care of others. This ia a wise move, for if it is discovered that relatives of tbe children thus left are capable and willing to care for them, that is the place for them. Tbe Boys' and Girls' Aid Society has enou gh of a burden on its shoulders In doing its duty by those especially needing its care, and w bo have no one to look to for help. Noble's Dramatic Cumpaoy. The character of the play last night at the Vogt probably accounted for the small house which greeted the Noble company. Dalles people were never known to be taken with a play of that description, preferring rather one of the quieter kind, such as the one to be given tonight, "The Gold King." It appears, however, that oar tastes differ from those of audiences in other place they have visited, where tbey have always opened with "Tbe Strategists". Perhaps we have too much strategy the year around In our own midst. As to the company. It contain some giod actors. Noble himself, with bis wonderful talent of impe onating, is whole show, and in the uveral climax where he found himself completely cornered, his acting was immense. The "drunk act," as it might be called, was esDecially good. The Irish character was also very taking, his make-up being perfect, while with hi amusing antics he kept the audience iu a roar of laughter." The character comedian, W. P. Burt, who took the part of "Pepper," the dude, came In for bis share of praise, bis facial expressions and easy grace when he appeared and gave a monologue by way of introduction, at onca winning his audience. But of course, as is always the case, the tots captured every one present, the older one w ItU her graceful dancing, and tbe younger bv her cute little actions and sweet voice. When she imitated ber older sister in the dance and kicked her tambourine with her tiny foot, everyone seemed to feel like bugging her, so gracefully and cunningly did she dance about the stage, ' We bespeak for them a better au dience tonight.. A Neat and Attractive Office. If there is one place above another which should be rlenn and inviting it is a physician' and s dentist office. Dr. Sanders must realize this fact from the manner in which be has beautified the office recently purchased from Dr. Frazier. Besides the laboratory and operating room, he ha a nice little librarr and a reception room which would do credit to any home. The carpet, portieres, oil paintings and other furniture display the best of taste, and make one fcrget the object for which they came hither. Dr. ' Sanders is now ready to begin dental work in earnest, which fact will be appreciated by Dalles people who are acquainted with the work done by the Dr. when In practice here before. He has now the latest methods known for crown and bridge wotk, as Well as every feature of dentistry, having kept) up with all the recent methods employed. La Urlppa 8ueceafnlljr Treated. "I have just recovered from the sec ond attack of La Grippe this year," says Mr. Jas. A. Jones, publisher of tbe Leader, Mexia, Texas. "In the latter case I nsed Chamberlain' Cough Rem edy, and I think w ith considerable suc cess, only being in bed a little over two days against ten days for tbe former at tack. The second attack I am satisfied would have been equally a bad as the first but for the use of this emedy as t had to go to bed in about six hours after being 'struck' with it, while In the first case I was able to attend to business about two days before getting 'down.' " For sale by Blakeley A Houghton. Genuine White sewing machines at Mays A Crowe's at $35. These machines are sold by agent at $o. FELL TO HIS DEATH. A tra.lfal AacldaaS Which Caat th lath of Kodarlok McNvll. The deepest regret is fell throughout the entire city over the dreadful accideiit which occurred Sunday morning, tak ing in an instant the life of one who for years has been known as one of the most honest, hard-working men in the cltv Roderick McNeil. Vhl il... . eiaeBt diMt hv happened wrly m the morning, 'twas not till between 2 and 3 o'clock in the afternoon when Henry McNulty was standing at the door of his home on iSecond street, opposite the bridge, that he noticed a tigure lying in Mill creek, and called his sister' atten tion to it, when she advietd him to go for Marshal Lauer. He did so, and when they reached the creek just under neath the main bridge they saw the body had lodged in the middle of the channel, the water being too shallow to admit of its floating further and an iron hoop causinK il to lodge there. At first they could nt determu e who it war, but upou looking closer found it to he the body of Roderick McNeil. Cunner Butts being snuLinoopd, the bedy was taken to Crandall & Burget's undertak ing parlor, where an Inquest was held this morning, tbe verdict being as fol lows: We, the jury summoned by W. H. Butts, coroner of Wasco Co., Or., to in quire Into the cause of tbe death of the body now before us, after a careful ex amination of the body of the deceased and after hearing the testimony of the witnesses produced beforo us, and after aue and careml cousideration and de liberation find as follows: That the name of the deceased was Roderick Mc Neil, whose age was about 50 years and that his residence was at The Dalles, Or., and that he came to his death on the 12th dav of March. 181)9. in The Dalles, Or., by accidentally falling off the railroad bridge immediately weet of Main street, about 45 feet into Mill creek and drowning in said creek about the hour of 4 o'clock a. ru. of said day. M. T. Nolan, A. Bettingbn. , W. P. Van Bibbsb, Ed BuBCHTokr, E. P. Fitz Gkbald, Ned II. Gates. Dated Dalle City, March 13th, 1809. It serm that it has been a custom of Mr, Mc Neil to occasionally walk to his farm near Mosier, where his family re sides, either going on Saturday evening or Sunday morning. About 4 o'clock yesterday morning William Allatt says that he met Mr. McNeil going down Second stroet, and that he turned tbe corner at Union. It is supposed that be started to cross the new bridge on his homeward journey and reaching the end of the walk, in the darkness stumbled and fell, the distance being about 45 feet, falling on bis back in the creek, and stunning him so that he had no power to help himself. The wonder ia that bis neck was not broken, or that be was not badly mashed falling such a distance, and it has been a question in the minds of some whether he did not fall from the foot log above, but nothing could be found to justify such a belief. The only marks on hi person were a slight bruise on the back of his head and a small red spot on one cheek, so that be must have drowned in his strug kleafter tailing. The body floated about twenty feet till it reached shallow water. For the past twenty years Mr. McNeil has been foreman in the carpenter shop of II. Glenn, and no more trusted em ploye could be found. His life has been one of constant work in tbe endeavor to support a large tamily, and having done his duty well, it seems bard that such an end should have been bis. He was particularly thoughtful, assisting in many ways the family of his deceased brother, A. McNeil. He made provieion for the wants of his children when he should leave tbem, having $2000 life In surance with the Catholic Knights of America. A year ago last November his wife died, leaving to hi care ten children, who are now orphaned. The oldest, John, Is now a sergeant at Fort Robison, Neb. Another, Walter, aged 18, is at Weiser, while Joe, who Is about 20, as sists a 15-year-old sister in caring for the farm and six younger children. Mr. McNeil was 48 years old last January, and a man in good health and willing to bear his share of life's burdens, which were not light in his case. The funeral will take place tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock from the Catholic church. Friends invited. MAYS & CROWES NEW STORE Aa Ornament tn the t'lty RUea Oat of the Kulna of the Conflagration Lilt Aucuat. Time after time lies The Dalles been tried in the fiery furnace, but just so often has she plucnix-like arose from the flames, each time more bright and with more of a determination to prove herself undaunted. The last conflagra tion ol note was that on (lie tiitilit of Angnst 14th, jnat seven month ago to morrow, and. In that short time, from the mass of ruins has arisen many buildings which far discount thoee con sumed. On the corner of Second and F-'ib-rnl street stood the hardware ..re f U A Crowe, which had been Ailed u,i so completely that it a the prole I th town ; but thi wii h tlie r-t m- t away In a few hour.. Mn y 'rald that having uff-r.il -nch a I , e firm would .i ili-c ip t id u y would heaitale t.i f' n' .1. lull n er An Excellent Combination. The pleasant method and beneficial effecta of the well known remedy, Strtp of Fios, manufactured by the California Kio Svitup Co., illustrate, the value of obtaining the liquid laxa tive principles of plants known to be medicinally laxative" and presenting; them iu the form most refreshing to the taste and acceptable to the system. It Is tlie ono perfect strengthening laxa tive, oleansinir the system effectually, dispelling' colils, headaches and fevers gently yet promptly and enabling one to overcome habitual constipation per manently. Its perfect freedom from every objectionable quality and aub stance, and its aetinfr on the kidneys, liver and bowels, without weakening; or irritating them, make it the ideal laxative. In the process of manufacturing1 fifra are used, as they are pleasant to the taste, but the medicinal qualities of the remedy are obtuined from senna and other "aromatic plants, by a method known to the California Fio Syrup Co. only. In order to fret its beneficial effects and to avoid imitations, please remember the full name of the Company printed on tha front of every package. CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP CO. BAN FRANCISCO. CAL. I.OUI8VILI.E, KY. NEW YORK. IT. T. For sale by all Druggists. Price S)c. per bottle were the ashes cold than plan were being formulated for a' new building, and today the last load of goods will b moved Into a hardware store which ia not equalled on the Pacific coast. Not a feature of the whole edifice ha been slighted, and from the basement to the large warehouse on the upper floor it ia complete. The entire structure is 100 leet square, the implement and hardware depart ment each being 69x100 feet. A large gallery encircles the lower floor, and from the floor to the ceiling, twenty feet, extends shelving with which ia intermixed hardware boxes, all veneered witb oak. To the front of the imple ment department is a plate glass gun case, twenty-one feet long, and for every article sold there is a place where il fit in perfectly. A large Warner hydraulic elevator, with a capacity of three tons, has been put in at the southeast corner of the implement deparment. The ceiling of the building is of figured steel artistically painted, while the tints are very delicate and tasty. While every part of the store Is worthy of mention, the large office in the back and to the center of tbe building strikes the eye at once, being surrounded with glass and fitted op completely. The floor of the main office ia covered with linoleum, while tbe private office will be carpeted. Tbe large desk of the book keeper is one of tbe finest we have ever seen, being of oak, highly polished. The vault, which is a two-story one, is 7x9 in dimensions, and in this will be placed a burglar proof safe. Tbe main store will be lit with nine arc lights of 500 candle power, and the office witb tncandescents, which shining through the front of solid plate glass, will illumine the entire street. ' Time forbids our giving this mono ment of the enterprise of the firm a fitting description or mentioning tbe numerous adjuncts to the main building. It is a structure which would do credit to any city in the United States. THE SCHOOL ELECTION. L. Schmidt fur Clerk and J. O. ley Oar New Director. Far- Where were all the voter in the district yesterday? Did they imagine it was collection day and lake to the woods? Out of 8-rO voters, only 85 were in the city, for surely bad tbey been here they would have taken enough interest to vote for a clerk and director for our school district. But then eighty five weie enough to elect them, and we have a new director in the person of G. J. Farley, and C. L. Bchmldt, who so successfully filled the unexpired term of G. P. Morgan, deceased, was re-elected clerk. Mr. Schmidt had no rival candidate for the office, but had there been a number he would no doubt bjive re ceived the majority of votes, being just the man for the place, and one who will keep a thorough aud complete account of the school records of the district. All are satisfied with the choice. For director there were two candi date?, G. J. Farley and J. T. Peters, the latter being placed in the field at a very late hour. Mr. Farley came out ahead, with four votes more than his opponent. The new director has always been Interested in everything pertaining to the welfare of the city, and as the schools are a large part of that Interest, he will undoubtedly fit well in a place so well filled by his predecessor. The school district can boast of three competent directors Dr. Doane, Judge I.iebn and G. J. Farley, io whose hands he should fire well. Plumbing, tinning and bicycle repair ing at Maler A Benton'. Mchll-1 W