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About The evening news. (Roseburg, Douglas County, Or.) 1909-1920 | View Entire Issue (Jan. 27, 1910)
THE WEATHER LOCAL FORECAST Ram Tonight and Friday Brisk to high Southerly wind ADVERTISERS Will rind The Kvuiiln Now' the bt'Ht uhhIIuiii to rvurh the lHut)lvuf Kotu'lnirir, A wittt-n-wttko imtillrnt luit lirliitiiiir all the nwatlmt'aflt tu print VOL. I ROSEBURG, DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 1910 NO. 73 IIS Prosecution Will Rest Its Case By Noon Friday DEFENSE WATCHFUL week, and there has been great loss of life and shipping during that time. Two hundred vesselB are said to have been lost, and fully half of the men composing the crews of these ves sels went down with them. These were mostly fishing craft, and the wreckage from them now lies scat tered along the coast of Spain, Prance, Germany and Scandavla. CRUSADE AfiAI.VST 11IOH THICKS Already Tearing neney's Net of Cir cumstantial ,Kvldce to Shreds Hermann Has Trunk Full of Documents. Portland, Jan. 27. Professor Fil bert Roth, foimer chief of the for estry division In the general land of- Ice, was the last witness to testify in behalf of the government In the Her' mann case this afternoon. Heney will conclude the direct examination of Roth this afternoon, and may pos sibly recall some witnesses who have already been on the stand, and expects to close the case for the pros ecution oy noon tomorrow, col. Worthlngton, even before Heney had closed the testimony of the winesses. began to tear holes In the circum stantial net which haB been woven about the defendant during the' past two weeks, wo one knows now long will be required for the defense to present Its case. The documents which Hermann's attorneys have brought Into court will fill a big trunk, and these are being carefully guarded. It Is expected that, Her mann wm go on the stand In his own behalf when the defense gets Its inn ing, but this Is merely speculation, and Col. Worthlngton is keeping his own counsel. 200 VESSELS LOST IN RECENT STORM (Special to The Evening News.) London, Jan. 27. Terrific storms nave been raging along the western Laborers Hoycott Mi'iit and Itcfusn Uihat hereof . nicago, Jan. 2b. From many rts of I he country come reports of ower procea tor foodstuffs and ac cessions to the ranks of ami-meat crusaders. The labor unions of Col orado have passed resolutions that, beginning tomorroy, the 50.000 men who make up their ranks will eat no more meat until there has been a ma terial remiclion in the price. As showing the effect the boycott has had so far, reductions were made here today of from 3 to 6 per cent in the wholesale price of eggs, butter potatoes, pork products and the higher grades of dressed beef cuts, On the exchanges quotations of live hogs, cattle una sheep and wheat, corn, oats and provisions are mater ially less. Butter, a reduction In which was announced yesterday, has declined still more, from 32 to 31 cents, wholesale. Eggs, too, are now 32 cents a dozen, as contrasted with 34 cent last week. New York reports large reductions In the prlco of foodstuffs. Milk has dropped 1 cent a quart on at least two of the big dealers' routes; but ter, In the best qualities, has been cut 5 cents a pound; eggs are off 5 cents a dozen. Storage eggs th.t have been put out bb "strictly fresh" at high prices, are no longer sold as such. seaboard of Europe for the past tion. Rolln, the 10-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Shaw, of Brockway, under went an operation at the offlceof Dr. E. V. Hoover this afternoon. Dr. Hoover was assisted by Dr. Munk. Drs. Hoover and Munk removed a large tumor from the body of A. C. Coon, of DUIard, this afternoon. The patient 'a said to be suffering but little from the effects of the opera- I Hold Second Public Meeting at Myrtle Creek; SOME LIVE DISCUSSIONS Methods of Exterminating Fruit Pests IMnntiiig and Cultiva tion Subjects for Next Meeting, TO EXJOIX CUT. We lenrn from a number of property owners residing in the vicinity of the city hall that they contemplate Instituting proceedings to enjoin the city from erecting a barn at the rear of the city hall, believing that such a structure will prove AMERICANITIS WOMEN HAVE IT '. SO DO MEN It is a nervous exhaustion caused by over working and worry. " TEXALL Amerieanitis is a nerve food. It brings the buyancy of health and the liveliness of youth because it restores to the body the elements which nature intends shall be there. The Rexall store is the' leading ditig store in every important city. No matter what ails you asd ajjotit Rexall. FULLERTON $ RICHARDSON YOUR FAMILY WASHING DID IT EVER OCCUR TO YOU THAT IT IS CHEAPER FAR EASIER TO HAVE US DO THIS WORK FOR YOU. THINK IT OVER. ROSEBURG STEAM LAUNDRY 0. C. BAKER, Prop. Jackson Street - t - ROSEBURG, ORE. Onr Representatives will explain our methods of handling thin work. The recently organized Umpqua Valley Fruit Association held Its sec ond meeting at Myrtle Creek, Ore. on January 22. The launching of :111s new project has met with most gratifying results. The aim and ob ject of the association la to give pub licity to the splendid natural advant ages that the Umpqua valley section of the country possesses for the rais ing of luscious fruits, and by a com bined effort to keen un a standard of excellence in raising, packing and margeiing; in snort the slogan Is "for better fruits." The meeting was well attended. Dyer's hall being filled to Its capacity. Quite a large number of Indies were nresent. nnd the three towns most Interested, le Myrtle Creek. Riddles and Janyon vllle, were well represented. The proceedings opened up by the singing of "America,"-by all pres ent. Mr. T. J. Amsnoker. of Riddle, gave a paper on "The Borer," re plete with Interest and humor, which called forth at its close quite an anl- matea discussion as to the habits of the borer, and the different exnerl- ences and deductions as to the rem edies for prevention or extermina tion of the nest. It was eenerallv conceded from experience that a wrapping of cloth was not a srood remedy, but on the contrary seemed 10 rosier me propagation of the pest; a wrapping of paper of Borne kind being preferable. Some adovcated the use of shakes to protect the tree ri'oin tne sun, and Dlaced at an anirle on the southwest and southeast. Fol lowing this discussion Mr. H. H. 01- cott, of Canyonville, gave a paper on "Spraying," giving some formulas for the making of one'B own spray at a considerable saving, and displaying samples ot a concentrated 30 per cent solution of lime and sulphur he had made from the formula furnish ed him by the O. A. C. Several of the growers got busy, right away tak ing down the formulas and other Items of Interest gathered from the school of experience. Methods of planting were also discussed follow ing an Interesting talk on this sub ject by Mr. H. Pratt. The concluding paper was a most Interesting one on "Pruning," by Air. Aldredge, with prnctlcal dem onstratlons on young trees of varl our kinds that he had brought wllh him. Many In the audience took part In the questioning and discussion that followed, and Mr. Aldredgo fur nished many valuable pointers, and some good advice to the growers. Recognizing the inestimable value to the community of Buch a move ment as this, the merchants (shar ing the genernl enthusiasm) by mu tual arrangement closed up their stores during the proceedings, not withstanding the fact that It was Sat urday and their busy day. Cards were displayed at each store reading. "Closed from 2 till 3. We are boosting." The next meeting was arranged for the 19th of February and the following program was announced : "Cultivation of an Orchard First Three Years" II. A. Razor. "Replanting nil Orchtard" Wm. 3ruln. . "Wooly AphlB" E. Denton. "Influence of Flowrs as m Aid to Civilization" Mrs. B. R. West. The directors of the association elected are: C I. Leavengood, presi dent; A J. Amspoker, vlce-prcsf-1enf: H. A. Razor. C. O. White, II. H. Orcutl. S. S. Johns, H. W. Pratt. Officers C. . Nelson, treasurer; C. II. Arundel, socretnrv; C. I. Lenv engood; T. J. Amspoker. a detriment to their property. The contract for the barn was awarded several days ago, the intention of the council being to commence the work at once. With the new state of affairs, howover. It seemB apparent that work will be delayed for some little time or at leaBt until the court may have an oppor- tunity to pass upon the legal proceedings which will be lnstl- luted upon commencement of actual building opj:atlona. towns In the' provinces, and the des titute are being cared for by the city authorities and government. Under the direction of the chamber of dep uties and the health department, a special commission of sanitary ex perts has been called to devise ways and means of combating the pestil ence which it seems will Inevitably overtake the. stricken city- on ac count of the broken sewers. IRELAND AND HOME RULE (Special to The Evening News) London, Jan. 27. Home rule' for Ireland will be the burning issue In the next British elections, according lo an agreement reached today be tween rremior Asqulth and John Rdmond, leader of the Irish nation alists. IKS IN'S IP i I Gentlemen Who Will Compose the Party RETURN VISIT EXPECTED Good Advertising Campaign Mapicd Out Ladles' Auxiliary Will Entertain at tho Commer cial Club. Starving Thousands Find Little Help From Government. The list of those' going on the trip shows that It Is a business men's ex cursion In fact as well as In name. Following are names of Roseburg business firms that have bought round trip tickets, both north and south, and one member of each firm will be present throughout the en tire trip: D. C. Pltzer. of C. B. Cannon Land Company; Henry Harth, of Harth's Toggery; J. H. Booth, of Douglas National Bank; Cobb Brothers, real estate; I. Abrnms, dry goods; Sam Josophson, dry goods; Hnrry Mc Clallen, hotel; Messrs Sturdier and Raymond, of Commercial Abstract Company; Manager H. J. Froar, of the Electric Lrght Company; Mr. Marsters, of the Roseburg National Bank; W. C. Harding, real estate; H. Ouest, bakery; Mr. Smith, of Douglas County Abstract Co.: M. C. Miller, broker; W. S. Hamilton, druggist; W. E. Cllngenneol, Jew eler; Mllledge & Pickens, grocers; B. W. 8trong, Furniture: Winnie Oaddls, plumber; George Neuner, secretary Commercial Club; T. R. Sheridan. First National Bank: Rice & Rice, furniture; Howard & Mnhan, I towni plumbers: Mannger Murray of th Pacific Telephone Company: J. F. Barker, agricultural Implements: Fullcrton & Richardson, druggists, and Publicity Manager Darby Rich ardson. ' Good Advertising. Tho vigorous, sensible advertising campaign of the Rosebrug Commer cial club by Its publicity department day to commendation of the plnnB set forth and other leading newspapers In the state, as well as Roseburg's business men, have given the public ity plans their approval. Adhere to Karta, During the year 1910 the publicity department of the Commercial Club will tell the truth concerning oppor tunities to engage In fruit growing and agricultural pursuits, to go Into business; to build up Industries and establish factories in Douglas coun ty. The publicity director intends to Inform himself accurately about each portion of Douglas county, bo that Investors and settlers may be given, satisfactory Information. - llrond Gunge Work. It Is aimed to have the Roseburg Commercial Club's publicity depart ment carry-on advertising work broadly for all Dauglas county, and especially for the towns of Olendale, Riddle, Myrtle Creek, Yoncnlla, Drain, Oakland and Sutherlln and the country surrounding theBe towns. As a first step In thlB direction the excursion of Roseburg business men to Douglas county polnta was plan ned, so that these men could have a better knowledge of the different sections. The people of all sections will thus meet and become better ac quainted, also. Ladles Send Invitations. r To further carry out the new get together Idea, the Roseburg Com mercial club Ib arranging to have' the people of all sections visited by this excursion pnrty pny Roseburg a return visit on Wednesdny, Febru ary 16, and they are heroby asked to spend that dny at Roseburg and be entertained at the Commercial Club rooms In the evening at dinner. The Ladles' Auxiliary of the RoseVirg Commercial club met and extended a sneclnl Invitation to be published In the newspnpers and to be conveyed through the commercial cluba and leading citizens of the different to the ladles of Douglas coun ty to nccompany their gentlemen folks to Koseburg and participate In this affair, which promises to be most enjoyable. Every one Is re quested to arrange so that all may attend. Any merchant In the city who has not received a personal invitation to. become a member of this excursion,' and who Is desirous of going, wlli Is being widely and favorably com- i confer a favor on Publicity Mannorer mented upon. The Portland Journal Richardson by acquainting him with devoted a leading editorial the other the fact. REACHES $500,000,000 Famous Palaces, Parks and Gardens Have Been Totally Destroyed by the Itnging Watci'N I'rnm the Seine. Ml . For Sale. Onod piano, price $00. Tonus can tie Had ir desired. Address A. C. Pattlmore, genernl delivery, Hne-burg. PESTILENCE HANGS OVER GAY PARIS , (Special to The Evening News) ' Paris, Jan. 27. Water is still ris ing In the rlvor Seine today, and has submerged several of the principal bridges, and their Immediate de struction Is eminent. The city was in darkness last nleht and llinnnnmln of the people were terrorized by tho situation. The city corps of govern ment engineers 'have Inspected the bridges and damage done by the floods and state that even should the water subside at once It will take more than two rears to renair the damage already wrought. Sewerage throughout the city has been badly damaged or destroyed by the floods and an epidemic of disease Is feared from this source. A great loss of life has already resulted from the waters Hooding the Tillage and iRpeclnl lo The Fvonlmr News.) Paris, Jan. 27. Thousands in this city are refugees from the Hoods and i homeless and wlthrut lood or the means with which to nwrchns". and are actually In .larger of starving, i Governmental red ta-ie Ib responsible for rue distressed rondl'Inn of the' people whoso homes have been swept j away by the floods. All day long in-j terminable lines or hungry people have Blood for hours w-ltlng an op portunity to get something to ent from Iho public kllchnns or from nri vato charities, and the latter has bee-.i the only hope of the destitute for sufficient 'food to maintain life. It Is eailmntcrl this evening that the loss of pronerty will reach the total ot V,00,0(."i.ftOO. The ruin nnd devastation is nlmnst beyond com prehension. In Paris the palnco of the president Is surrounded by wa ter; Iho palace if Kino Art.l Is llso flooded, and tho basement depth of water In (lie basement ' the city hall Is as deep again as It wnB this morn ing. The building In which the chnmherof deputies is located, Ihe world's famous ISffel Tower, tho beautiful Troeadoro Park, are all like Islands In a murky lake ' The Isle de St. Louis Is aln-cst enllrelv sub merged, and the Hallo Aux Vino, the inriost wine watch,, i. so in the world Is surrounded by a swirling tt..ni of water. 2 'DON'T DELAY BUY ING ONE OF THOSE GOOD HARTH'S TOGGERY SUITS J 15.00 Suit or Overcoat $I1.!M $18.00 Suit or Overcoat WI;I..V $20.00 Suit or Ovcicoat ....... Sil.VOO, $22.60 Suit or Overcoat IMH.K5 $25.00 Suit or Overcoat SI8.75 BALLINGER SAYS HE HAS NO FEAR Washington, D. C, Jan. 27 When asked about tho Wilson land case, eorccrnlng which L. R. Glavlfl gave testimony yesterday, Secretary P.al 'Inger said this morning: "I have a Urn recollection that In my office back In 190(1-7 of something which connected tho WIlRon cases through Watson Allen, a client of mine, hut do not remember the details. Hav ing not seen the records of the case decided In Seattle yesterday, I cannot say whether they are the fame. Hut in this case as In every other w ill do my utmost to furnish all particulars to the investigating committee nnd have nothing whatever to fear from the outcomo of the findings of that body. O. W. Sloper, the cleaner and preBser, has just received his linn of spring simples from Ed V. Prl?e, Chicago tailors, snd Invites the pub lic to Inspect them. The line Is one of, the handsomest ever received by him and Includes all the latest; weaves made Into the most fashion-1 able attire for men. TH I, . , This Winter-Weight $J V Regal Style Has Tho Y J New York Custom Tag jl 0 $500 The original of tliU identical style ii now on display in one most exclusive and highest custom slioe shops in New Yor and is now being worn by the best-dressed New York rs. Tim Regal slyle is made of heavy Oil-grain leather, especially for winter wear. REGAL SHOES give the uni perfect fit tod comfort curiom -built iKoea becMMe they ara nade in quarter-$ize$ We would like you to com pare our lot Reg! model witb -ujt other iboct io towo for we know tkt KcgtU will turn by the coopruoa Harth's Toggery