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THE DALLES WEEKLY CHRONICLE. SATURDAY. AUGUST 12 1899. The Weekly Chronicle. Per nek Oisli."hor tass In Daily ....... .... O ax two laches and l""' lch 1 w O "r four luche aud uuJer twelve liM.be . . O twelve inch 50 au.v mm. Jn Inch or ku, per inch A , i..dk. n.kt I.INYilM-M.. 1 W 1 ott tweiv incJw 1 COLUMBIA RIVER BO LS VARY. The commission which was author ized by the stales of Oregon and Washington to determine the state boundary has commenced its labors, says the Kevicw. "The matter ahich it has to determir.e and report upon to the legislatures of the two states is an important one and should have been settled long ago. Wnile the Columbia river is supposed to sepa rate Oregon and Washington at least from AVaiiuIa west, the exact line of tlemarkation has never been laid down or definitely agreed upon. This lack of a definite boundary has resulted in many complications us to the rights, titles ar.d interests in tide lands, and a great dtal of litigation would be inevitable so long as the matter remains un adjusted. The question of police jurisdiction has been one sadly in volved for many years. The fishing industry has grown to enonnous proportions and the opportunities for a clash of authorities Lave increased with time. There have been differ ences as to the territorial extent of ihe authority of the fish commission ers from esch state, and out of these have grown conflicts as to collecting licenses and the general enforcement of Cshing laws which the two states have never been able to make uni form. "The settlement of the exact bound ary lire will so clear up matters as to prevent many troubles arising in the future. The Columbia has foi years been an outlet for Oregon people anJ Oregon produce. Its river transportation lines were origi nally Oregon corporations. The early cannery men were from Orezcn and their business is now done with the Oregon metropolis. Oregon, therefore, has not unnaturally re garded the Columbia as an Oregon river. As a matter of fact it is not It is hilf Oregon and half Washing ton and it ought to be determined where the boundary line is before the Oregonians get the idea deep rooted thnt by lapse of time they have acquired an easement over the entire stream." Who ever thought of the Columbia belonging to any one but Oregonians. We didn't. We even speak of it as the "Oregon." "THE CHILD OF THE NATION." Miss Julia Dent Grant, the daugh ter of General Fred Grant, the son of Ulysses S. Grant, is to marry a continental prince of Polish extrac tion. The European press in speak ing of the approaching nuptials are wont to refer to Miss Grant by the would-be felicitous term of 'the child of the nation." Of course this is all sentimental word play, but if it is to be indulged in why not do it with some effort to observe the fit ness of things? There Is no particular reason why MibS Julia Dent Grant should be styled the child of the nation, si s the Spokesman Review. When her aunt Nellie married Algernon Sartons, in 1B73, some of tbe foreign papers pave the bride a similar title and, as these fanciful notions go, it was perhaps not out of place. She was the daughter of the piesidcnt, the biggest warrior this country has produced. This fiction does not descend through families, however. It docs not appear that Colonel Fred has ever done anything to warrant his daughter beinc called the child cf tie nation. When he was twelve years of ago he rode into Jackson, Miss., at the head of the federal army, but that was not an ac complishment which should permit of titles being passed down through .bis descendants. Tbe present General Grant is a good natured, honest, heavy, fair-minded, dull, respectable, logy and uninteresting individual, who hsa left no imprint on American Listory and who would have dropped out of sight lone go had be not been the sod of bis fsther. Now, Miss Julia Dent Grant is a tery estirxable young woman, but she is not the child of the nation. The nation is not going to allow its child to marry a foreigner, how ever worthy he may be. If wc are to have a child of the nation why ; not have one deervius of the title? If the nation is to have a girl all its own, why not pick out one like Helen Gould? When Julia Dent Grant was entertaitirg people at the legation in Vienna, Helen Gould was entertaining the poor little ragged outcasts of New York. When Julia Dent Grant was loitering in Hamburg with Mrs. Potter Palmer, Helen Gould was putting free beds for the sick poor into the New York hos pitals. When Julia Dent Grant was riding in Kotten Row in London, Helen Gould was giving the United States government cash for the re lief of suffering soldiers at the front. When Julia Dent Grant was leading a german at Newport, Helen Gould was sending cots for invalid volun teers at Montauk. When Julia Dent Grant was arranging the preliminaries for a foreign matrimonial alliance, Helen Gould with her own bands was dealing out hot coffee to frozen firemen who had been fighting fire at the Windsor hotel. That is the sort of girl Helen Gould is. If we are goicg to have a child of the cation, who in al! the nation will not say that Helen is the sort of a child we want? If we are' to talk about our child then "our Helen" is the child we want to talk about. CRITICISING OTIS. Tiaccy E. Inman, of Colfux, a recent member of the volunteer signal corps, places the same estimate on General Otis that a good many others have given to the public since their return from the Philippines, says the Spokesman-Review. Mr. Inman was in a good position to observe, but it may be that be is too severe. It is a fact that whether in praise or condemnation, the judg ment of a private or of a minor officer on the military worth of the commauder of the nrmy corps is not tbe best in the world. If be has been poorly fed, the private is a competent judge, but, without ex ception, not a complaint as to the rations has been made. The grumbling of the privates that Otis did not give them enough fight ing, that if left to rush on by them selves they cou'd have speedily captured Aguinaldo, is a most healthy sign, and not one for the American Tagals to gloat over. There has never yet been a good soldier wbo did not grumble be cause the officers held him aud his fellows in leash. The veterans of the late civil war well remember how they laid down plans of cam paigns, gloried in the commanders' good judgment when they hit . it right, and condemned him as an old dunce when an opposite policy was pursued. Men who weie at first an object of hatred after a little ac quainlarce became the heroes of the men in ranks. This war has simply developed the same traits. take the gallant Colonel Stotsenburg, killed at the head of the Nebraskans at Quingia. At first bis men detested him, the hatred was so interne that they had tbe Nebraska legislature pass a reso lution demanding bis removal from command. Yet in a very short space of time they grew to realize the worth of the man as a soldier and commander, and before action was taken on the legislature's resolution they bad it withdrawn. MORE SAVINGS. It has often been said that a trust worthy index of industrial conditions is the balance sheet of the savings brinks. If times are bard the deposits fall off; if times are good they in crease. When more money is being deposited thsn is being drawn out it is safe to atsuone that working peop'e are generally employed, and that they are earning enough to enable tbem to put something aside for the future. A report has just been made public which gives the condition of the savings banks of New York. It shows that since tbe first of tbe year there have been deposited with these institutions 20,0X000 in excess of the amount withdrawn. There was not a bank which did not exhibit a remarkably healthy incrca;-e in de posits. And there is nothing in tbe experience ot New York which differs from the experience of the whole country. Nothing is given cut concerning tbe relations between tbe O. U. fc N. and the Northern Pacific, says the Oregonian. Both parties maintain silence, and a great deal of it. One thing, ho ever, is certain: Tbe O. R. & N. will build a line into the Ncz Perces country. Whether the Northern Pacific will build down the Columbia, or whether there will be trackage arrangements, whether, in short, there is to be war or peace, is a secret that must await develop ments. So great an issue is not likely to be settled in a day. But what we do know is that the Oieeon road will not give up any part of its position in vhe Columbia basin. Hence it will build into the Nez Perces country. A political labor party is being started in New York. According to the speeches made at its organiza tion it will not, as Senator Plummer siys, start at Omaha and end in oblivion. It will start at Ner York and end in jail. The Filipinos want seven millions for the Spanish prisoners they bold. This is a pretty large sura, consider ing that it is nearly one-third of what we paid Spain for all the islands, with all the Filipinos thrown in. Committee of Reception Appointed. At Ihe meeting of the volunteer re ception committee last evening C. F. Stephens reported that about $206 had been collected from the citizens la de fray the expenses, the response being hearty and ail teeming to enter into the spirit which the occasion prompts. A committee of reception was ap pointed to meet them at the Cascades as follows: Mayor Kuck, Hon. M. A. Moody, J-. M. Patterson, G. C. Blakeley, C. E. Stephens, Judge Mays, L. E, Crowe, J. F. Hampshire, J. A. Doulhlt, Mrs. T. S. Lang, Mrs. O. U. Blnkeley, Mrs. G. E. Sanderg, Mrs. J. A. Mc Arthur, Misses A. Lang, Elizabeth Bjnn, Louise Iiuch, Minnie Goe;er and Minnie Lay. A letter was read from Prof. Birfe'd in answer to a request to furnish music, saying that he would be on hand and furnish tho beet music available. A floor committee was appointed as fol lows: ' C. L. Phillips, flior manager, as sisted by JamesSmith, J. F. Hampshire, S. Nutting, Ciias. FraDk, Jr., Henry Naele, Jos. btadeiman, Jr., Chas. Burchtorf, F, W. Wilson and James Fisher, Jr. While these committees have been appointed, each one is expected to ap point himself a committee of one to see that the boys have the best time pos sible. Now is the time to show them how much we appreciate their service. Kate for O. A. 17. Encamrment. For the G. A. K. National encamp ment at Philadelpbip, Pa., to be held Sept. 4tt-9th the O. It. A N. Co. will make a round trip rate from The Dalles of 88.85, tickets on sale August 29th and 30th only. Tickets will be good for return passage nntil Oct. 31st, stop-overs being allowed west of the Missouri river. The tickets between Philadelphia and Chicago will not be good for return pas sage after Sept. 12th, except that ar rangement ran be made at Philadelphia between the dates of Sept. 5th 9th upon the payment of 50 cents and deposit of ticket with agent at Philadelphia to have the ticket between Philadelphia and Chicago extended to Sept. 30th. Call on Jas. Ireland, Agent, Tbe Dalles, for further information. au,815d "DeWitt's Little Early Risers did me more good than all blood medicines and other pills," writes Geo. II. Jacobs, of Thompson, Conn. Prompt, pleaeant, never gripe, they cure constipation, arouse the torpid liver to action and give you clean blood, steady nerves, clear brain and a healthy appetite. Butler Drug Co. TlionaantU r Try Inn It, la order to prove the great merit of F.ly'a Cream Ihtlm, the most effective enre for Catarrh and Cold in Uead, we have pre pared a generous trial size for 10 cent. Get it of your druggmt or aend 10 cents to ELY BROS., CO Warren St, N. Y. City. I suffered from catarrh of the worst kind ever since a boy, and I never hoped for cure, but Ely's Crenm Balm seems to do even that Many acquaintances have naed it with excellent reaulu. Oacar Oatrum, 45 Warren Ave., Chicago, 111. Ely's Cream Balm ia the acknowledged enre (or catarrh and oontaina nn evtins, meveury nor any injurious drug. Price, (0 cent. At druggists or by mail. $ Anti MAIER 2k DEATH'S SENSATION. Tom Scott Kntrrs tha "Valley of the Shadow" and Comes Back Again. One cf Ihe uioEt peculiar experiences ever recorded was that of Tom Scott, an aged citizen cf this place, says the East Oregonian. Mr. Scott is 79 years old, and has lived in this region for 49 years. He has been tick with a complication of heart and stomach troubles, and under constant watchfulness for many days. Mr. R. M. O'Brien has been one of the watchers, and he relates tbe story, which will appeal to everyone as remarkable. Mr. Sco'.t was gradually sinking, and two mornings ago at a few minutes alter midnight made up his mind that be was dying. He resigned himself to his fate, and settled himself to receive the sum mons to travel to that mysterious realm from which one is supposed never to re turn. To all intents and purposes, he did actually travel part of the way to ward thai realm, and literally, in the words of the author of Thanatopsis, "wrapped the drapery of his couch about him, and lie down to pleasant dreams." His feet and hands gradually grew colder, and for a time there was a com plete cessation of animation. His pulse ceased to beat, indicating that the heart had given up its function. The cold ness of feet and hands crept npwards, until there was left not a sign that life remained within the body. He was liiveu up for dead. But, Death, which apparently bad decided to claim this aged traveler along life's roadway, altered his plans, and once again life began to appear in the wasted body, and in a few hours Mr. Scott was in better health than he had enjoyed lor several weeks, lie arose from the large chair in which his heart trouble had compelled him to remain, instead of a bed, and went about the house in his usual manner. In speak ing of the experience, Mr. Scott said : "In a sense, I have died, and gone through all the sensations of death. Of course, I was not dead. But I firmly believe I experienced every feeling of one who really dies. And, now I must pass through these experiences again, for I must die very soon. Having had this experience, I now know exactly what it is to die, and when the time cou.es for me really to die, I know just what to look forv ard to." THE FIRST TO RETURN. George Darnr Oot Hnm Lt Night Is Mot Takes With the lelande. Thursday's Dally. The first cf our soldier boys to return is George Dnfur, who came op on last night's train, having come from San FranciEco with what is termed by the Oregonian as the advance guard. This was composed of about 400, mostly boys who belong to the valley towns and wbo got oft at their various homes. Among them were three Dalles boys beside George. Tbey were John Cooper, F. B. Frisdley and Will Norman. The latter will go to (bis parents who now live in Southern Oregon and the other two will return with the boys Saturday. A young man by the name of Roberion came up to Hood River last night. Georje says that the boys looked at It from the standpoint that they would save but about 50 cents in fare by wait ing for the special train, and they were extremely anxious to reach home, so having nothing to keep them in 'Frisco they lit ont. The Oregonian estimates that aSout 800 will reacb Portland this evening; but In this (as in many other things) she will be disappointed, for at most it Is thought there will be but 600, sine ei motor Wndmills. We have lately taken the ajency for the Aermo ter Windmill, and carry a stork on hand. We a! so carry a complete stock stock of Deep and Shallow Well Pumps, well as Pitcher Spout and Spray Puuips. See us before buying elsewhere. The Aermotor Mill is considered the best ma chine on Ihe market. Call and see it. THE DEMMING Freezing Windmill Force This pump has bseri nerfee'ei to meet the requirements of the principal Wind mill manufacturers in the United States, for a better Windmill Force Pomp, with thres way valve, than hid heretofore been produrwd. It has become the leading Anti Friesing throw way pump, and is accepted by Windmill manufacturers and den'eri generally, as the best three way Windmill Force Parr.p on the market. Tha Union Klbow Coupling for connecting to the underground discharge pipe ii of Brass, and on be turned to suit the direction of the pipe. The air chamber pipe Is two in.4o. ; diameter, which insures ease of operetion and a steady flow of water. Tbe Hose Coon. A linn on tbe spout also itdda to the convenience of this pump. f & BENTON, Solo agents for Wasco County, the arrival of so many yesterday. The reporter questioned as to how many Dalles boys mould return Satur day and he informed ns that Bartell had eaiJ there would ba but about twenty three. Several had returned previously. Two Guy Saunders aud W. E. Lee were Eastern bnya who enlisted here, and re turned to their homes ; tuoare numbered among those who are row "uuder the sod and the dew," and when all is told but thirty at the very most will be left to receive their welcome home. In regard to mustering out at San Francisco, George says the boys cannot be blamed. While it was a quesiinn of finances to a certain extent, that was not so much considered as was the fact of taking advantages of the tiret oppor tunity to reach land and remain there. After a month on board transports, which at best are not desirable, aud when considering that with the slow progress made by them it would neces sitate almost a week longeron tbe water, they were unanimously in favor of 'Frisco. At the same time they regret that such disappointment was occasioned in their own state. While on the islands George was em ployed on the non-commissioned staff as stenographer for Gen. Hughes, although occasionally as an opportunity presented itself he would shoulder bis musket and join tbe boys in the fray. Two orderlies from the office where he was employed was brought back corpses, having seized an opportunity to escape office duty for the field. While having the satisfnetion of discharging duty well, and obtaining an experience which he would not have foregone, he is not in love with the is lands and refused a splendid position there, preferrina to be "home again." W ho Told Ului? Consistency would certainly not be a synonym for Astorian, the leading paper of Astoria, which in yesterday's issl.e contains two notices which do not exact ly "gibe." In the first place it says: "The A. A C. train from Portland came in yesterday with the standing-room-only tigo depicted in the face of tbe conductor. Ihe txodus is r.ow heavy from the inland towns, the well-to-do people prefering Astoria and tbe sea shore resorts to the hot ind stifling atmosphere which everywhere prevails beyond tbe reach of the ocean breezes." Wonder who told the reporter about the "hot and stifling atmosphere" which prevails outside of Astoria. Evi dently he has not heard of how onr people in The Dalles are'we arine; winter clothing and sleeping nnder blankets. While for a time we did "enjoy" a few days when it was too warm to b reel comfortable, no doubt tljer were prefer- uie 10 Astoria's "dank and chilling" atmosphere, which is referred to in another paragraph in the same paper, tiiosiy: "The weather took an erratic turn yesterday, shifting from balmy winds and sznre skies to a drnk and chilling aimoiphere that tent pedestrians to cover." Ilurm Library Car. Commencing Anguet 10th a boffet library car will be placed in tervice he. tween Chicago and Portland, Or., on trains Nos. 1 and 2. This car has a spacious smoking saloon furnished with easy chairs, writing desks, a well selected library of standard and DODular books. guidebooks and enrrent periodicals, a well stocked buffet, a barber shop and an apartment for baggage. Thrnimh dining car service will be Inaugurated on mat data between Portland and Chicago, Dom via Granger and Oaden. New chair cars of the latest pattern and new baggage and mall cars are to be added to ill Pumps. ! i The Dalles, Or. t the present through service of Pa!liU palace aud Pullman tourist ileepw which have recently been placed in w vice, when the entire train wiil bsteiti. buled, thus making trains Xo. 1 md; equal, if not superior to many ol the widely advertised limited trains in the East. augS-13d The Dalles. Porllail ail istoj Navigation Co.' strs. KeguTator S Da!!es City Daily (except Ruiidav) bt tween The Dalles, Hood River, Cascade Locks, Vancouver and Portlaai Touching at way noin on both lida oltie Columbia river. Both of the above steamers have been rtMtt. nnil are In excellent hHpc (or the nennon ol m. The Keculator l.tna will endinvorlo fire patrons tbe best service possible. For Comfort, Keonony and ,','"' travel by tbe steamers of The Brfolsior l-lne. The above steamers leave The Dalles itM and i'ortlmul rt a. m., and arrive l "" lion in amjilti time Iuroutis.init trains. Portland Office. rue PalleiOBw Oak St. Dots. Court strecl W. C. Allaway, General MtaL PLEASE LOOK HERE. WM. MICHELL, and Emklmer. THE DALLES, OREGON. Rooms on Third Street, One Block Back of French & Co.'s Bank. PICTURES FRAMED. ALL PRICES AWAY DOWN. 3W n QM7 3WQ2 1 .si mmrs Under the direction of ths Sisters of the Holy Name of Jesua and Mary. THE DALLES, - - OR ThH Institution Is pleasantly 1 ,,wiir: thet:ilnmhlenn lh. Hue "I "';,' i.'T -no'"' Ihenrt) It Is easy ol e-s lor sll lij'"" sire to mtii re a comfortable hnme ''"lun slve scat ol learnlns lor IhHr """",,, ol wards. The lorallon ol the Arartemv tbe most healthy on the I'ar-IIHj '"I- . tlon of Or. (on botns proverbial i" frr water, braolne- air and T'C"' '"fhorll The Arsdrmv Is Incorporated and auinui the Hlsle to confer Academic honors. ,,A Hoard end million Jr h"i"H'.i,n.hori; tftndlca will he resumed Tuesdayr1' Hi.l Kor detailed Information apply Superior. ' . n.Mrr",''v 1