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About The evening news. (Roseburg, Douglas County, Or.) 1909-1920 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 16, 1912)
s iifaHBmfmwiM'.iwLiiii i wi n Holiday A Tremendous Assortment! Line of Morris Chairs RICE & RICE, The Housefurnishers Our Dining Room Sets Our Headquarters for Santa Claus in Home Furnishing Goods. Call in and see this big and elegant line of Amas guts tor each and every member of the household. Offerings 0 ism h From $15.00 to $37.00 Taborits at $1.00 to $2.50 Rockers, at $1.50 to $48.00 Buffets, at $17.00 to $45.00 Dining Tables, $6 to $40.00 Couches, from $8 to 37.00 Davenports, at 18 to 75.00 Kitchen Cabinets, 4.50 to 35 Dressers at 7.50 to 35.00 PIANOS Which is wiser to have confidence in the opinions of your fellow citizens, of people you know, or depend on the statements made by utter strangers, residing in far-away places? The House of Rice & Rice has a record of over 20 years of square dealing in Roseburg We sell the famous ' S. W. Miller Pianos and Player Pianos . Because we know they are right. Before buying a piano' investigate our lino and pricts. We will save you money and give u a better piano. Our reputation is behind every sale we make. You take no chances when you buy from RICE and RICE Our entire store is full of the most useful Roseburg. Space forbids enumeration PIANOS You'Jl thank' us kindly for saving you the San Francisco jobbers' profit, the 1 ortland dealers' Drofit and thn ninnt agents' hig commission, for it's our candid opinion that we did the piano buying public a favor when . m.i a contract to distribute the superb S. w. annul-nne or pianos and player PlanOS direct frnm tha - ....... kIW mutUiV Ub ohehOVOnn. Wicw.na.'n . . t. at Koseburg. loull like the tone, beauty and wmkuwiiship of the artistic S. V Miller piano, and its the long, lasting durabi itv that will h., ..i.!....6 this high quality piano is for sale from the factorv to i,nm t u store of RICE and RICE Xmas articles ever displayed in of all but a few of the articles. From $35 to $125.00 A Swell Line of Rugs, . China Ware at ail prices, Cut Glass in all designs and at prices to suit all, Sectional Book Cases, Silverware, Brass and Ornamental beds. Never in Roseburg has there been such goods at lower prices WILSONATHOMEI iior;::: TO (i!CT Al'rivOI'ItJATlOX. A. . '. - I ..; vkstkkd.iy. Arrived From Vacation Jamacia Today. at REFUSED TO TALK POLITICS .Met at Xcu- York Dorks ity Many Kl'iriKls Greek and Turkish Hliipa Fighting orf Dnnlcii-i-lls. S. H, Morse, , postoffice In spector with headquarters in Roseburg. returned here this morning after several weeks spent in the East where he was called as a witness in a num ber of federal cases. v sentatlve this afternoon. M Morse snid he spent consider able time in' Washington', U. C John Clements Pusses Away Kni-ly Yesterday After a Ijingcrmg Ill ness llt-sidcnt. of Doiiglus County For ill) Yenix. John Clements, aged 81 years, and one of the best known men in Doug NEW YORK. Dec. '1G. President elect Wilson arrived home from the Cermudias on the Steamer Berniu dia this morning at 3.30 o'clock. The steamer berthed at 8.15, when Wil son was given an ovation by the crowd which had collected on the dock. Miss Margaret Wilson, who remained at homo while Governor Vinson and wife were away, was at the dock to meet her parents. Only those credentialed persons were al lowed to meet the steamer, and the dock was patrolled by secret service agents and special officers. Wilson and family will leave for Trenton to night, and tomorrow will attend a southern society dinner. Ho refused to discuss politics. Sea Tight I'orgrpssing. LOND, Dec. 10. According to re ports from Constantinople a Greek cruiser and two torpedo boats are engaged with a Turkish cruiser and destroyer off the Island of Tendeos near the entrance of the Dardanelles It is believed that the Greek Bhipn were trying to run the blockade and gain access to the Aegean Sea, and the battle ensued. Pence Conference Opened. i-umuu.n, Dec. 16. The peace conference of Europe envoys opened nere at noon, despite the sea fight prevailing off the Dardanelles be tween Greek and Turkish ships. Greek envoys were present at the opening session. Premier Grey wel comed the envoys on behalf of the British government, while an im mense crowd surged around St. James Palace where the conference con vened, anxious to learn something of the prospects of peace. i i i ' oi t' in penning iu u ews repre- v i .... .... ... ' . I 'as coanry, died at the home of his j son. David Clements, In Portland, 'shortly after 1:30 o'clock yesterday ; morning Thn .mnolna .ttt ..--i....' during his Eastern sojourn, and Ing the present session. I ceived authentic Information o the effect that an appropriation will be maue during the present session of congress authorizing the expenditure of $125,000 In erecting a federal building In this city. Mr. Morse says 11 25,001) will build an Immense structure, and one that will answer he needs of the town for many years to come. When told that a rumor was current here to i-e effect that the ap- proprlation would not 'in nllmv- A O ed, Mr. Morse said he was posl- tive that It would be and dur- Ing the present session.-. "I received what I consider authentic information i.n ii.o subject," said Mr. Morse, "and I was told that the appropria- tion .would be authorized with- In the next few weeks. This knowledge I received from a person close In touch with the situation, nnd a person who knows of what he speaks." Mr. Morse says he will be much surprised if work Is not commenced on the federal build- Ing in Roseburg at an early date next spring. j J. W. Perkins, who is a member a of the committee of Elks, appointed to confer and report -regarding the addition of another storv to the Elks' i hall, and the Installation of modern! club rooms, this afternoon stated that the committee was almost unan-1 Imous in favor of the proposition and j that It would be carried to a speedy realization. "We intend to make the I contemplated Improvements." said ! Mr. Perkins, "and when we are done Roseburg will have an Elk home second to none In the entire North west." here on train No. 17 tonight prepara- (8.) In how many respects rnay we regard Jesus as the light of the world? (This is one of the questions that may bo answered in writing by members of tho club.) (O.i Verso 3 Why is nu Increase of national population generally regarded with satisfaction? (10.) What nro the peculiar Joys which result from a bountiful harvest? Ul Why are people generally Joy ful when they nro making money? (12.) Verse 4 What deliverance had God wrought for Israel? '("'!.) What oppressors does Jesus de liver men from today? QJ.l I" Jesus delivers his followers . . , ivL.t,.,,. mc ma' ui. ir . 'huh oenvpra ma in ntpnea lory to the funeral which will be held , fWu the slavery of sin bow Is It Hint at the First Presbyterian church In ; "ost Christians confess Hint they still th'.a ntti. n O.'ifi i. . ,. iflln llmf la nm iindnt luimlnm. In ....o .....j m a.ou j uium ujiiiurruw ai Mrs. li. M. Speicher. of Ypsllantl, Michigan, arrived In Roseburg this morning to spend a few weeks with relatives, Mrs. Speicher Is suffering from asthma and believes she will be benefitted In this section. Will the proposed occupation tai ordinance pass at tonight's meeting of the city council Is the question j that Is being frequently asked about tho streets today. That the ordin ance will not pass Is the assertion of a member of the committee to vhom it was referred for Investiga tion thl3 morning. In fact, this par ticular member of the committee states that he considers that the businessmen are right In offering protest, and most especially in fact of the proposed Increase'. James S. Cberrington soent Sun day at Riddle visiting with his family. FOR SALE Fine quality of selected Yellow Dent seed corn, bred with Ohio Flint for three successive years for early maturity. Will sell same until Jan. 15, 1913. at 1.25 per bushel. G. V. Helblg, Route 1, Wilbur, Ore. 1054-J15 lernoon. Services Will be condnneri 1-y Rev. MacAlllster. while burial of tne remains will occur in the Masonic, cemetery. Mr. Clements was bom In England and came to the United States when a young man. He first located In the state of Illinois, later moving to Kansas. Evnn,niy ho cnnie v' nnd after visiting vnrlous localities located In Roseburg 39 years ago. Prior to about eighteen months ago when he moved to Portland to make his home with his son, David Clem ents, he lived With his son Finnk Clements, in this city for ten yours. Other than leaving a widow, Mr. Clements is survived by four sons, Pnvid Clements, of Portland: Charles Clements, of LnOrande; Jess Cli tn- ments. of Glendnle, and Frank Clements, of Roseburg. Mr. Clements was a man possess ing those trnlts true to the sturdy Oregon pioneer' and was highly es teemed by thoBe who chanced to nake his acquaintance. He tu hon est and upright In his business deal ings, and his death Is dou'orod hv those who know him. ItlllI.E QUKSTIOXS. The NewB has arranged for the publication each week of a list of suggestive questions growing out or the Sunday school lesson for the following Sunday. When studying your Sunday school lesson try to ans- wer the questions fond below. iln I hat Is. are under bondage to sin (15.) ITow did God deliver Israel In "tho day of Mldian"? (See Judges vll:10-2a (111) What Is the power which j breaks the chains of sin and sets tho cupuvus neer (17.) Verso 5 TVhnt Is tho difference between physical and moral battles? (18.1 Verso 0 Of what child does Isaiah hero speak? (19.) What did fjnrt'n nnelenr Tiiriwl j expect (heir coming Messiah would ac- (20.) What are some of the scriptural names for the Christ? d.) How do the terms "Wonderful Counselor, the Mighty Cod, the Ever lasting Father, the Prince of Pence," apply to Jpsiik? (22.) Verse T ITnw mnnr nnllnnii f the earth dees Jesus reign over today? (.i.) u h.it are the signs of tho In crease cf Christ's government today? (21.1 Will the day ever come, ami II . when, when Jesus shall nilo ovei the v.'Uolp e:irth? lesson for Sunday. Dec. 2!), 1012. Heview Christmas shoppers worn nrr,,.,, the stores and tho streets of the city today In force and tho holiday spirit was manifest in tho very atmosphere as tho salesmen disposed of Christ mas presents nnd as the peoplo thronged through the Btruets with arms woll lndon with parcels to make fciau tno hearts of tholr relatives and friends. Buying was heavy on Saturday, but did not surpass that of today according to reports of the local merchants. Most of the mer chant claim tlmt the mconln nrn Jills year purchasing Xmas articles or stability, and aro not buying "trash" ns In former years. ln fact, this year's campaign of tihriiimu buying mjght be termed sane, when compared with previous vents ir. chants handling the heavier, lines or goods report a good business, a con-1 nition which Indicates that stabil ity Is the keynote. Although not ov errushed, Postmaster Parks says the outgoing mnlls are already showing a substantial Increase, and most es pecially In regard to pouches destin ed to the; far East. In all, it is pre dicted that this year's holiday trade will equal, If not exceed that of Inst year. Not a Clear Title. "Docs Thompson bear a good repu tation ?" "L o t me see Thompson?" "Yes." "No, ,1 don't think so." "Why?" "lie run for of fice once." IAILY WEA THIGH ItEPORT. If you are wnnttng something to send away for Xinns, don't fall to send the beautiful hand painted nov elties, "Roseburg High School",, pen ant calendars. Greetings from the City of Roses", Xduis letters, etc., with envelopes nnd boxes to match, ror mailing with each article, at Graves Art Emporium If. 8. Weather Dureau, local office. RoBeburg, Ore., 24 hours entlln E et sa. m. December 10. 1012 Precipitation In incnes and hun dredths: Highest tcmporaturo yoBterdny 4 Lowest tomporaturo Inst night 4 Precipitation, last 24 hours 51 Total precipitation since first of month i.ss Normal preclp. for this month 5.3 Total proclp. from Sep. 1, 1D12, to date 10.9S Averago preclp. Blnce Soptem- 1. 177 10.8 ber Total excess from Sept. 1, 1912 . Average precipitation for 35 wet seasons, (Sou. to ti Inclusive) .'33. 2S WILLIAM, DELL Observer .04 J Ornvos A t K I ,"WAin. unuu CHRISTMAS KERN'S. Deo. 22, 1912. CopyrlgM. 1912, by Rev. T. S. Mnteott. D. 1) Christmas Lesson. Iaa. lx:l-7. Golden Text Unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given. Isa. ix:Q. (1.1 Verso 1 What troubles come to saint or sinner out or which good may not be derived? I (2.) What troubles have you ever known, national or (tersoual. that could not have been worse? (3.1 What licneflcent results came to Israel from liielr captivity? (4.1 Which most helne n nnllnn mor. ally and spiritually, Ita prosperity or Its adversity? t5.) Verso 2-Doe God ever permit or send any alilictlon to a uation or j"U luuiilUHUl n llu IUJ IlieilllOIl Ol i.l I Dieting ultimate Injury' Give you reasons. (.) Is it so that the llht nf pro perty generally follows the darltti:" of adversity and that grief gives pl tc Beginning Thursday, December 19, and for one week only, 1 will sell Ostrich Plume Ferns at greatly re duced prices. Call early and take "J ' H rnnr it,, n r ...t. err MRS P n mvpv C" Wbnt " th rMt llrht r':"' ery. MRS. F. D. OW EN. I Anally came to the Jem and In li dsw-d2 world? Talcum 2 cans for 25 cents Christmas Postals 10 for 5 cents NEW YORK STORE Agents for Dents Cloves for Men and Women Stationery Xmas Boxes 25 cents STORE OPEN EVENINGS TILL 9 o'clock ?l jUr s0pPn8 early make it easier on the store employees They deserve your thought during the Christmas Rush. It is the only store that is your Christmas Store. Buy here and save. Handkerchiefs 5c to 50c We offer choice assortments of Wo rnens Christmas Handkerchiefs, in nitial embroidered and convent handkerchiefs, plain and fancy flax ons See the different Ctfrwfl kinds at special price OlvJOU Boys Books at Spec. 25c Boys Alger Hooks and the full series of Hoy Scout Books. They are good clean reading for the little" man and should be in every home See these admirable gifts at Qr the very low special price ofwOC Big Sale of Gift Books at Speciai Low Price of 15cts 1 Cf Dainty Gift Books in white covers, beveled edges, high " J-J class color work, neat mottos, sayings of the world's J.DC famous poets. Dainty for X mas gifts. Fine for sending away or reminders