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About The Medford mail. (Medford, Or.) 1893-1909 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 1, 1893)
MX -7 V 4. A A- ' v. " 1 -,.;. .'v. ' " .1 m f-i MEDFORD CONTINUED FROM FIRST PAGE. putting it mildly, but it is a fact that it is situated in one of the best deciduous fruit growing and farm ing countries in the world. The history of this town covers only a little over ten years, yet here we find all the advantages of long es tablished citie3. 'No vacant build ings are to be found, and the busi : ness men are all prospsrous. Vrhere are a goodly number of secret and benevolent organizations represented in Med ford, and a list of them, with their days of meeting .will be found in aonther part of this ' paper. - The present officers of the city of Medford are: Mayor, W. I Vawter; councilmcn, F. M. Plvmale, I); II. Miller, J. II. Wilson, W. B. Rob erts ; recorder, B. S. Webb. SCHOOLS. The most desfreable thing in a town that professes to hold out in ducements to the people who have families to bring up is an educa- . tional system that contains all the advantages of the modern plans of education, and in this respect Med ford does particularly shine. The history of the growth of the 6chooIs of Medford would be a fac , simile of the same progress in any , town, except that the transition I from the little district school house of 1SS3 to the present handsome building which was erected in 1S91 at a cost of $9,500, including furni " ture. Medford prides herself on' her schools, which is considered one of the best in Southern Oregon. , Graduates of the school are fitted 1 to enter the State University or any iof tfie higher educational institu tions of the state without exaniina- 1 tion. The school is divided into eight grades, and runs from primary : . to high school. There are special classes in penmanship, ""commercial law, and book keeping, and these -branches are taught as far as can be '' theoretically. The pupils are also ' taught vocal music. The school band- consists of eighteen mstru- . 1 - - 1M A- t mem.-, sum is a creun alike 10 uie j school and their instructor. The 5u present enrollment ot - pupils is Jfour. hundred. X. L. Xarregan, v :Mhe principal, is a gentleman who 'Vi? ':lias made a life study of the best "7t : ystems of educating the -oung, ;v. p.nd is assisted in his duties by X.. 1 jli A. Jacobs, vice-principal, and the .-Misses Delia Tickle, Kate Eobb, ". VjEHen Bursell, Abb' Sinclair and J Anna Nichols, all experienced teach . jLers, who devote their energies to ' making tha Med ford school seeond S-jjtonone in the state. . $1 THE CHURCHES. rf .... .. .. jj hi'st attending to business and J building up of the town "of Medford, the people have not neglected to v 4 inake provisions for saving the souls r, .'' i nd our religious tabernacles have C been looked after in the same spirit Tt .i j'that prompted other undertakings Y-;Jf the people with a view to their; , Welfare as a cultured, right Jiving, ' ss Xiod fearing community. A brief Ji'fSj". tt resume of the churches of the city --' v'-? n;ay not be amiss in showing the t1"--" (developments of the city. !$'v The Christian church is under . y :?tbe charge of Rev." S. P. Grant, and 3 ' services are held every Sunday in "liold3 services every Sunday morn iing and evening in the Methodist -Episcopal church. The Rev. A. S. WFoster is in charge of the Presbyte rian church, and services are held V'every Sunday at the usual" hours. J. H. Stevens is pastor of the Bap K "jtfet church. The Methodist Episco- fiVpal church south hold services the 1 ' 'h -first and fourth Sundays of each I-i'Muonth; the Rev. J. Fenton is the fe iU ' Vpbtor. at'vt.MiEFORD BUSIXE33 COLLEGE. t :" t if'i 5 WKITTX BY A STUDENT. ii 7 j r- - -- il . ' Sfeotisn'-wr. nadar tha most unfavorable -,- careansstancos. Things looked blue. -ii! As j.ark Twaia would say, "not sky frt. i ' bhi, but indigo blua." Any other than ji t ' ' Prpf. Rigby would have been intimi- . ' 'date by the obstacles. Tenacity will . pceanplish wonderful things, especial- Ijrjwten its possessor has the con 6lcusness of having done right. "he first day there were but 4 students aid ths school net in a rented room in a-3tore building. Now thare are thirty- ' pix xupils enrolled, and they have !. the honor of occupyins one of the ncat- : f and most snbstantjal modern school .Wildings in this part of the state.- Th i lij t'; ' ' jbuilding belongs to the college and is I t.tf- - . ." ' h thir4 college on the coast that owns The coursa of study is oxwnsive and thorough, embracing everything usual- - J. taught in advanced normal and bust TV sj Tuess colleges. 'roi- xugoy is uaques- tionibly an expert teacher in all thmg3 pertiining to business form3 and the methods for normal training are en Jirel' satisfactory. - lew students are nrriing weekly, and the prospects bid fairvo enroll a goodly number by the Jr .vODeng oi lao nun, icriu. . y ')'' i "lo clouds of adversity have passed T .i' p.W and the sunlight of congeniality jspouring forth 6a Jhe Medford Busi ng College. .-A AV. E." Phipps. MSIF033 B'JSISESS SrlEN 6xt:kued from 1st page. HAMILTON & PALM, BAL K5T ATE AND INSURANCE. Fo several years the firm of Hamil ton Palm hag been identified with the iteresta of Medford and Jackson couiy; and are thoroughly conversant witlthe values of realty, bpth present andprospeptive." This firm makes a speialty of handling Medford property unralso hye a complete list of almost ttl'the lands in the county for sale, nrese lands are suitable for fruit and 4 - n-cals, and can be" purchased on very y- ly terms. In city lots and additions -' Tjiey have soinj very choice bargains. A .4. Vroperty at present is at its very lowest , V j:,;,V)n account of the fete stringency of the Z'Jl 'tnoaey market, and now is the time to buy. They look after property for not) residents, pay taxes, etc., and also loan motjey for eastern and non resident capitalists at reasonable rates. Any one having business transactions with them will find them thoroughly reliable and gentlemen who conduct all busi ness on a basis of strict integrity and honor. Another'branch of thoir busi ness is iusurance, and they represent some very strong companies. Anyone wishing information concerning lands in this and neighboring counties will receivo good returns by corresponding with them. Mr. Hamilton formerly hold the office of assessor, which un doubtedly gives him a first class idea of values not possessed by others in tho same business. J. A. WHITMAN, PACKKR AND SHIPPER OF SOUTIIEUN OltECiON KRUIT. The leading fruitf packing establish ment of Southern Oregon is tho. one conducted by tho above gentleman. This business has been of incaleuable value to Medford and the fruit growers of Jackson county. Mr. Whitman buys all kinds of fruit at the very best mark st prices: in this way saving tho grow er much worry, trouble and loss by ship ping to commission houses. Tho bus iness has been in active operation for several years and. from thj bagiunitig has proven a snecess: Mr. Whitman conducts all business in an honest way. He is au Cnterprisiug, go-ahead young business man, well deserving of tho success that is coming to him. No one establishment does more towards ad vertising Medford and Southorn Ore gon; for to every town that his apples go they carry with thorn the name of the town from whence they came, thus ''casting bread upou tho waters." Mr. Whitman takes a deep interest in all matters pertaining to the advance ment of his adopted homo. J. W.-ODGERS, DENTAL SURGEON. It is only within the present century that dentistry has been made one of the leading and most comprehensive pro fessions; and to succeed a dentist must possess a thorough education in that part of the human anatomy he is called upon to operate on, as well as to have a good understanding of mechanism. He must be a man of refinement, of kindly disposition, not a ''crank,' pleasant to all and thoroughly trustworthy. These qualities are posessed to an eminent'de gree by Dr. J. W. OJgers, of Medford. He is an old resident of Oregon, and sixten years have passed since he commenced the practice of dentistry. Prior to coming to Medford, one year ago, he had been in practice in Port land and Albany. From the first day of his labor here he has had a -very lucra tive practice, being well known as a gentlemen of good habits, moral con duct, gotd attainments in his profes sion, he seems to have found a most cordial welcome. His oftic is situated over Parker's drug store, and is equipped with all tha latest and most improved appliances for the systematic conduct of the business, end a tooth once filled bv him is as good as newaud will Jast a life-time. Dr. Odgers has come to stav and has built himself a handsome residence. MEDFOUD NURSERY, FRANK SUTTER, PROPR. "Among the various industries of a growing and prosperous country that of the Corist assumes an important position. Many new hom:s are daily springing up; and" all nature-loving people are anxii.ua to beautify their homes. The Medford nursery is situ ated at the head of D. street and here may be found a choice and select stock of flowers, roses, shrubs and greenhouse plants of ail kinds, which are sold at the very lowest possible prices. All orders by mail are promptly and accu rately attended to. Mr. and Mrs. Sut ter came here five years ago and in that time have done wonders from a barren spot which they purchased for a home and nursery has snrung one cf the prettiest and cosiest places in Medford, a neat residence surrounded bv flowers, fruit-trees and shrubs, indeed pleasant to look upon. Those wishing to adorn their homes and gardens with flowers and shrubs will do well to inspect the stock of the Medford Nursery. Much of the success this establishment is at taining is due to Mrs. Sutter, who is a lover of flowers, and an estimable lady. Anyone doing business with Mr. Sut ter will find him an agreeable gentle man, conducting all business in a straight-forward manner. ED. WORMAN, LIVERY, FEED AND SALE STABLE. Thsre is no liverystablo proprietor more generally or more favorably known in Jackson county than Ed. Worman, the poineer liveryman of Medford. His establishment is so well known' that extensive relerencj to it must appear unnecessary. Mr. Wor man does a prosperous livery and feed business. Indeed if you want a stylish and fine appearing rig this is the place to. secure it, and at most reasonable prices. He makes a specialty of cater ing to commercial men, and they will here find just what they require. Mr. Worman is an enterprising, go-ahead business man, well known and highly esteemed. His honorable, straightfor ward business methods have gained for him the confidence and regard of all. SHAWVER & NICHOLSON. - CONTRACTORS AND 11UILDKRS. In a careful and accurate review of Medford 's leading business interests that of tho contractor and builder at tracts prominent attention, for to his taste and genius wo have to' look for the beauty and strength of our build ings. Representative among tho num ber is tho firm of Shawver & Nichol son, who are rea-Iy at all times to give estimates for any class of buildings, no matter how extensive or small it may be. They are practical mechanics who thoroughly understand their business in detail, and any work they undertake will be well and faithfully fulfilled. Parties intending building will do well to see them. The members of the firm are W..T. Shawver and A. C. Nichol son, who are held in the highest es teem in the community for their many sterling dualities. " WEEKS BROS., FURNITURE MANUFACTURES, PIKENIX, STORE IN MEDFORD. Within the last decade tho manufac ture of furniture has greatly advanced in Oregon, both in extent of production and improved facilities. The demand for Oregon furniture isj oyer increas ing. In this line Weeks Bros., who have their factory at Peoenix,. four miles from Medford, are becoming well and favorably known throughout Southern Oregon for tho class of goods manufactured as well as tho prices at which they aro sold. Thoy manufacture all kinds of styles and qualities of par lor, bedroom, diningroom, library and kitchen furniture. They employ several skilled mechanics at their factory, the machinery, which is of tho latest and most improved kind, is driven by water power. They shortly iutend erecting a large storo iu Medford, where all kinds of fui ii i ture will bo for sale : uudertak will also be part of their business. At present their stock in this city is not complete as it will be found iu their now building. They make a specialty of bar, office, storo and bank fixtures. This business was established throe years ago, the Weeks Bros, having formerly been engaged in tho same business in Woodstock, Canada. They aro go-a-head, enterprising gentlemen, who aro doing much towards building up the manufacturing interests of the Rogue river valley. G. F. MERItlMAN, GENERAL 11LACKSM1T1I. If there is one business more than another necessary in an agricultural community, it is that of tho black smith. II j is tho farm ;r's doctor, aad his services are daily called into u?o. Not only does his work require strength of arm, but careful study and a thor ough kuowledgo of tho business to carry it ou succossfully. Such a man have wo in G. P. Morrim.m, who has made quitj a reputation for his scien tific hoi-so shoeing. General black smithing, and especially plow work, receive prompt and careful uttentiqn. Mr. Merriumu has been engaged in business here for tho past eight years, and during that timo has made many friends by his strict attention to busi ness. EMIL KIRCIIGE3SXEK, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. In making a reviow of tho commer cial and productive resources of Mod ford and surrounding country, we would not bo fulfilling our duty were we to omit the professions. Especially is this the fact when we talk of the med ical fraternity. Tho duties of a physi cian in this country are varied, and many times the doctor has to undergo many hardships in fulfilling them. In this connection wo would make men tion of Dr. Emil Kirchgessner. This gentleman came to Medford eight mouths ago. and by strict attention to his duties, coupled with undoubted skill, has made a reputation which has set him on the high road to success, lie has won and maintained a position, both as a private gentleman and physi cian, entitling him to tho confidence and consideration of all the community. Doctor Kirchgessner is a graduato and member of tho following institutions makes a speciali of nose and throat diseases: Grosst Lyceum, Carlsruhe. Baden, Germany; Bennett College.'of Eclectic Medicine and Surgery, Chica go, 111., 1S01: Post Graduate, Poly clinic of Eclectic Mfdieul and Surgery, Chicago Dept. Eye and Ear diseases: Member West Sit1. Medical Society. New York City: Late Resident Phy sician and Surgeop, Cook Co. Hospital, Chicago, 111. 'MEDFORD BPJCK YARDS. There arc few industries if so much importance as that of making brick in a prosperous city. Mr. G. W. I'riddy, proprietor of the above yards, has shipped from his yard all the brick used in tho building of the principal business blocks in Medford. He now has oa hand 140,000 brick, which are of first quality, Largo and small orders are promptly filled. " He also does all kinds of brick work and satis faction guaranteed. Mr. Priddy has been engaged in this business for sev eral years, and during his long and busy career has sustained an excellent reputation for sterling integrity and honorable dealing. E. L. BROWN. THE BUSY "WATCHMAKER AND JEW- ELER. The rapid growth of Southorn Ore gon has caused many business men of energy ana enterprise to locale in our midst. Two years ago E. L. Brown lo cated here. He carries a well selected stock of watches, clocks and jewelry at very moderate prices. By devoting all his time and attention to watchmaking. he has mastered tho art of watch re pairing and can refer to his past work as a guarantee of all orders entrusted to his care, will give satisfaction. Thoso who have favored Mr. Brown with their work only speak of the re sult with the highest praise, During bis two years career hero ho has gained an enviable reputation for the class of work done. O. HOLTAN, MERCHANT TAILOR. With many years' experience in tho merchant tailoring business, Mr. Hol tan possesses many advantages which cannot fail to commend his establish ment to favorable notice. He started business hero in 1S8.", and has, with the aid of a thorough knowledge of the business, backed up with energy, push and enterprise, largely increased dib resources and secured a good and pros perous trade.- He is prepared to turn out work at most reasonable prices. Mr. Holtan has a judiciously selected assortment of foreign and domestic fabrics, from which customers may choose to suit their diffcient tastes. Ho is highly c-teemed by his follow citizens for his honorable dealings and sterling integrity. RAILROAD EXCHANGE. 31. U. nANLEY, PROP'R. A neat resort whero all tho best of imported and domestic winos, liquors and cigars are displayed by polite and attontive bartenders, is tho Exchange saloon as eondocted by M. H, Hanley He handles none but the very best of wines, liquors and cigars procurable, aud any ono patronizing this estab lishment will find him a courteous, obliging gentloman who conduots his business on a basis of strict integrity nevcu taking advantage of any ono in regards to priiies . All mail orders re ceivo tho promptest attention. Mr. Hanley has beei) idoutified with the business interests of Medford for sov oral years. . REDFIELD BRO'S., GUNSMITHS. The proprietors of this establishment have carried on this business in Mod- ford for over a year. Being thorough ly practical mechanics, it cannot bo wondered at, that their trade has steadily increased. Thoso who have occasion tydeal with them will always be treated with courtesy and dealt with in tho mo3t upright mannor. They fill all orders entrusted to them promptly and carefully. This is tho only place outside of the eastern factories where sporting rifles are mado to order, weight, size or calibre, and gun-barrels roblued on short notice. They keop in stock all kinds ot breech loading guns, revolvers, . ammunition, fishing tackle, cutlery, etc. With undoubted skill and experience, and unequaled facilities, Roil Held Bros, can oiler in ducements to the trade that cannot be surpassed. COLE & JONES, " PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS. Tho medical profession is finuly rep resented hero by Drs. G. B. Colo and W. S. Jones, honored members of tho medical fraternity. Dr. Cole came here in 1301, from La Sallo, 111., and practiced through tho summer, and then romoved to Arizoua, whore he resided until November of this year, when he again returned to Medford aud became a member of tho above firm. Dr. Cole graduated from the medical department of the Worcester University, Cloveland, Ohio, in 1S0S; after practicing six years in La Sallo, he took a post graduate course in tho Collego of Physicians and Surgeons, of New York; from thoneo returned to La Salle and practiced thore until coming to Oregon. While iu La Sallo ho was a member ot the staff ot physicians of St. Vincents Hospital, of that city. Dr. Jones came hero from Iowa in l!?SS. He is a graduate of tho Ameri can Medical College, of St. Louis, Mo., and had much valuable cxperieuco and practice in tho city hospital for two years prior to graduating. These gentlemen are buildiug up a large and honorable practice since their settlement here. They aro bright cultured, clearsighted, ambitious men of the world, and gentlemen who hold an enviable osilion in the profession and community. In addition to their general practice, tho Dr's. make a specialty of all chronic diseases, sur gery and diseases of women. FRUIT CULTURE. As a fruit growing region the Rogue river valley, by nature, is the peer of any country, and fruit rais ing is becoming one of the leading and most successful industries of this valley. The truth of its merits are little known beyond the Rockies, and if it was brought to the knowl edge of the outside world a good and prosperous class of people would be flowing into the valley. Neither grain growing or stock raising are to lie compared with fruit raising as far as profits go. We can raise the finest of cereals here, too, it is true, but we can raise fruits to far better advantage, and with greater profit to ourselves in the long run. During the past year many thousands of fruit trees have beta put out, and now nearly every farmer lias an orchard of a few acres. Any kind of d;cidious fruits grow luxuriously in this valley. Go;h1 prunes and apples always find a market. IVune growing is becoming a very favorite indus try, and driers arc being built all over the country. The following is an example of what Mr. V. C Leever, of Central IVir.t. accomp- lishM in prune growing on !;. 5150 !0 . 1j0 9HW acres of land: Cost of 5 acres of land Cost and planting of trees, Car." of same for five years... Picking, drying and boxinj lbs of prunes, 1 i cts. per lb., 133 Total cost, S-l-."5 Value of crop at cents por lb., . . .72) which is putting the price at a very low figure. Next year the crop will in all probability amount to 13. 000 or 1-1,000 pounds of dried fruit. Pears, peaches, apples, plums, grapes and cherries all can lie grown profitably, and the time will come when the fruits of the Rogue river valley will be in demand all over the eastern states. OREGON AGAIN LEADS. GREATEST NUMilER OK AWARDS IN DE PARTMENT OK AGRICULTURE. World's Fair, Chicago, Oct. SG. Tho awards were made to-day in the department of agriculture. Ore gon secures 20 medals, Washington 4 and California 12. Central Point i3 situated three and a half miles north of Medford, and 325 miles south of Portland on the Southern Pacific railroad, and in the center of tho Kocue river valley, surrounded by a very rich agricultural and fruit country. The townsitc was laid out in 1S84 by Messrs. P.ell, Amy ami Mac cruder, and in 1887, was incorpor ated as a town and is governed by a board of trustees. The present incumbents are, W. C. Leever, pres ident, A. A. hitcmnn, 1 W Oldwell, M. S. Welch and J. II Gav, trustees; A. M. Ford, recorder; J. E. Harvey, treasurer, and David Lvons, marshal. The facilities for educational pur poses are first class, with a hand somo school building which was erected nt a cost of $3000. This is a favored snot for fruitgrowing, and somo very lino orchards are ad joining town. The liaptists have a church which cost $1500. and the Methodists and Christian denonn nations aro represented ami hold services every Sunday. Land can be purchased withhi easy distance ot town at very moucraie prices aim on easv navmcnts. Fruit culture is becoming a leading-industry, es pecially prunes aud apples. Mining is carried on extensively within from four to eighteen miles of town A large saw mill is in operation also a new flouring mill. A few years ago a bill was past througl the legislature giving certain parties a franchise to construct a flume CENTRAL PUT from, the head of Rogue river to Central Point for lumbering and irrigating purposes, and a company has been organized to construct the same, and for several months have had their suveyors in the field for the purpose of surveying tho line. The following aro somo of the lead ing business men of Central Point, who will answer allcorrespondance. STOREY, Tho Central Point barber, sees to it that the people of Central Point and Burrounding country are neatly shaved, lie is an artist in his line and it is a pleasure to have hi in shave you to sleep; or cut your hair in the most approved fashion. He is an affable gentleman,, who thoroughly understands his busi ness, and is deserving of the un stinted patronage of the whole community, lie stands deservidly high in the estimation of tho com munity at large. INTERNAL ROLLER MILLS, J. B. Si M. S. WELCH, PROPS. Among the great and most need ed industries of Oregon is our flour mills, and we take great pleasure in mentioning tho Internal Roller Mills, of Central Point, which is one of the representative mills of Southern Oregon. The mill was erected last year at a cost of $ 1 1 000, and is equipped with all the latest and most improved machin ery procurable. It has a capacity of fifty barrels per day, aud the leading brand manufactured is "Golden Sheaf," which has given it a reputation which it zealously maintains, extending throughout the country. An elevator with a capacity of 25,000 bushels, is at tached, greatly facilitating opera tions. This mill confines itself to custom trade, that is, exchanging wheat for flour, and farmers -for miles around patronize it. Messrs. J. I. and M. S. Welch are millers of experience who thoroughly un derstand their business iu detail. They are enterprising, go ahead gentlemen, conducting their busi ness in a straight-forward manner, and are highly esteemed by the antire community. W. C. LEEVER, DEALER IN HARDWARE, STOVES, TIN WAKE, ETC. There is no line of business which requires a higher degree of enter prise and business capacity than the hardware trade, and in this connection we desire to call atten tion to the excellent establishment of W. C. Ieever, of Central Point. This business has been in active operation since the town started and was formerly owned by J. C. Sher idan! and was managed by Mr. Leever. Six months ago he pur- hased it from Mr. Sheridan. This business has won its way as one of the first-class establishments of this part of the country. He handles, none but the best quality of goods, aud bis well assorted stock speaks for itself. The liberal and prompt wav in which this establishment is conducted bespeaks an unusual hare of pooularity. . As an estab- ishmenl this house is so well known for its truthful representa- ions that anv com men t from us would be unnecessary to strengthen ts well deserved prospeiity. M. WILLIAMS, LIVERY, FEED AND SALE STABLE. A first class livery stable is a prime necessity In anv community, and one that is clondv identified with the development of Central Point is the establishment conduct- by Mr. Williams, who has been en gaged in business there for the last four years. Here can be found at all times a fine compliment of horses, some of them quite speedy, buggies, lacks, etc. Mr. uson makes a pecialty of commercial trade, and the travelling men will find liere ust what he requires. Orders by etter or telegram are promptly at tended to and satislsclion guaran teed. Mrs. A. A. WHITEMAN, MILLINERY AND FASHION ARTIST. For the benefit of our lady read ers we wish to introduce mis esti mable lady who occupies an im portant position in her profession, being recognized as the leading fashionable miihner of these parts. Her patronage is verv extensive among tho ladies of Cetitral Point and surrounding country, who are not slow to recognize true merit. Her stock embraces all the latest styles in millinery and lady's furn ishing goods, and at prices that de fy competition. Those that patro nize her will find her a lady whose every effort is directed to maintain ing for her establishment tho repu tation it has gained in tho three years of business as a leader. Mrs. Whiteman lias lust completed a large new building to accommodate her increasing trade. . Dr. J. II INKLE, DRUGGIST & PHYSICIAN AND DEALER IN REAL ESTATE. Tho leading drug store in Central Point is conducted by the above noutlcman. This business had its inseption eight years ago, and since the beginning has enjoyed an excel lent and growing business. The stock of drugs and chemicals car ried are always fresh and pure. Prescriptions- aro carefully com pounded, also a stock of toilet ar ticles, fancy good, notions, school books and supplies, watches, jewel cry, etc. Dr. Ilinkle ulsb enjoys a largo practice in Central roint, and neighboring country. He also deals in real estate, and is roady at all times to answer correspondence concerning tho country, etc. His books contain a largo list of desira blo properties. " Dr. Ilinkle has been identified with all projects that have had for their ultimate aim tho advancement of Central Point. Bv his and some other lead ing citizens' influence ho Jias been instrumental in getting a responsi ble company to 'contract to con struct a flume- and ditoh to Central Point and other parts of the country from tho head of tho Rogue river, for milling and manufacturing pur poses. The doctor is also interested in mining interests, and ho intends putting in a 20-etamp mill on his property thecoming spring. He is the owner of one of the largest quartz ledges on the coast. Any one requiring information concern ing this part of the country will do well to call on or correspond with Dr. Hinkle. K J. V. MERRITT, DEALER IN GENERAL MERCHANDISE. Ono of 'the best known, largest and deservedly popular general merchandise establishments in this section is J. W. Mcrritt's of Central Point, ranking as it docs as one of the representative houses in its line in Jackson county. This liouse was established about five years ago by the present owner, who was former ly engaged in business in Jackson ville. The stock carried is without doubt the largest in this part of the county, embracing clothing, dry goods, boots and shoes, hats and caps, fancy and staple groceries, etc. The stock is xclected with great care for their trade, which is large, and constantly increasing. Air'. Merritt is a gentleman of long ex perience, and has been identified with the interests of Central Point for five years, and has gained an enviable position in the community for ability, sound business and hon orable dealing. Jacksonville is the county-seat of Jackson county. It is the oldest town in the valley.. It is located on the western side of the valley, four and three fourths miles from the O. & C. railroad, and is connected with that road by the Rogue River Valley railroad, which make3 con nections with all trains on the main line.' Every line of mercantile bus iness is conducted here with full stocks of goods. Tho merchants are usually able to discount their bills, and buy their goods in car load lots; hence goods can be bought as cheap, if not cheaper, than on the line of the O. & C. railroad. It has a population of 1000. It has three churches, a large public School; also an acade my, conducted by the Sisters of Charity. The latter institution, being tho only Catholic school in the county, is well patronized. It has a bank, which does a gen eral banking business: also a large, steam flouring mill. The principal buildings are the Court House, Public School House, Sisters' Acad emy, Town Hall, and the halls of the orders of Masons, Odd Fellows and Red Men. The town contains thirty brick buildings. The Court House was built and furnished at a cost of $39,000, is a fine, large structure, substantially built of brick and stone, complete in all its appointments, and elabor ately furnished in the most ap proved style. The best body of agricultural land in the valley joins Jackson ville on the east and northeast. Immediately on the wetl the mines begin. All kinds of produce is bought here; also the principal part of the gold-dust that is produced in the county. SILAS J. DAY., REAL ESTATE, LOAN," INSURANCE, AND ABSTRACTOR OF TITLES. There is no financial interest of such magnitude and importance as that involved in real estate. In this connection it 'is a ' pleasure to make mention of an old established and thoroughly representative house, and we refer to the business of Silas J. Day. He carries on a general real estate business, selling, exchanging real estate, negotiating loans, taking full charge of property for non residents. Legal contracts and all notorial work is promptly attended to. Mr. Dav is possessor of a complete and correct set of ab stract books, and bis abstracts have always been regarded by bankers and capitalists as perfect and con clusive. His books contain a choice and select list of farms, or chards and tracts of land both small and large suitable for fruit growing, niiues and city property. He is regarded, as a reliable au thority upon present and prospect ive values. Mr. Day has held many important offices during- his forty vears residence in the county and is widely and favorably known throughout Southern Oregou. J. C. WHIPP. MARBLE WORKS. Sculpture is an art which has I ever been held in esteem by all civ ilized nations, and occupies an im portant position, viewed 'as an in dustry which produces articles of practical utility. The marble works of J. C. Whipp, is a representative establishment, where are manu factured marble mantles, all kinds of monuments, lmdstones, slabs and marble works in general, turn ing out some of the most beautiful specimens of artistic work to be found in Southern Oregon. There are tew tamiiies but somo time or other have' the mournful task of erecting a- monument over the grave - of somo dear deceased ; in consulting Mr. Whipp, they will at the same time best consult their own interests. This business was established 12 vears ago by Mr. Whipp, who is a. thorough, practi cal stono cutter, marble worker and designer, and lie enjoys a deser vedly largo patronage. E. C. BROOKS, JEWELRY AND "DRUG STORE. Prominent among the leading and most reliable business house in Jacksonville is that of the above named gentleman. He has been established in business here for the last twentv-three years and has built up a largo and lucrative trade He keeps in stock a, large lino of diamonds, watches, clocks and all kinds of jewelry. His drug de partment is complete in every de tail, and especial attention given to doctors' prescriptions.. He also carries a large line of stationery, JACKSONVILLE school books, etc. His facilities enable, him to offer special advan tages to customers, and to execute all orders in the promptest and most satisfactory manner. Mr. Brooks is widely knovvn in trade circles as an honorable.conscientious business man. In addition to the low prices which Mr. Brooks' goods have always been sold Jie is now selling goods at cost in order to re duce bis stock. GEO. HINES, LIVERY AND' PEED STABLE. Four weeks ago the above gentle man bought out the business of Mr. Plymule, and has equipped this large and commodious stable with the best horses that could be pro cured, and handsome carriages and buggies, which are of modern style and build. Special attention given to commercial trade. Being ac quainted with the surrounding country he can take parties to anv part of the country by day or night, j no is an nonoraDie and straight forward man. Mr. Hines will build within two blocks of the depot in the spring a large and complete barn and will be equipped throughout with the very best the market affords in that line. All orders for hauling baggage will .be promptly attended to. JACKSONVILLE PLANING MILL. CHRIS. I'LRICH, PROPRIETOR. This business was established in ISS'J, and is identified with the manufacturing interests of the Rogue river valley. This estab lishment di.es all kinds of bank, store and oiiice fitting work, rustic flooring and ceiiings made to order. H manufactures all kinds of ma terial used in house building, and constantly keep3 on hand a stock of rouh and dressed lumber, sash, doors, blinds, etc. Another branch of bis business, is dealing in all kinds of mill feed, barley, grain, etc., barley and oats are rolled to order. He conduct.3 his business in an honorable and straightforward manner, and has succeeded in building up an appreciative patron age, lie is highly esteemed by all who know or have transactions with hin. JACKSONVILLE BREWERY. FRANK TIIEISING, PROPRIETOR. The reputation of Jacksonville beer is growing and extending to every quarter wherever introduced. Since the brewery came into pos session of Frank Theising. ' The qualities for which Jacksonville beer is distinguished are puritv, brilliancy of color, richness of flavor, qualities, the result of excellent water, intelligent care and experi ence of Mr. Theising. Mr. Theis ing has reason to congratulate him self upon the fact that he has aa article that he can recommend to his patrons for its pure and healthy qualities. HUGH FLLIOTT. GENERAL BLACKSMITH. Mr. Eiliott has been engaged in this business 2-1 years. For the last S years he has been running a shop in this city. He makes a specialty of horse shoeing, and among horsemen, he is known all over the valley for his skillful work in this line. "lie is an enterprising, go-ahead business man, transacting all business in an honest, straight forward manner. He expects" to make Jacksonville his future home, and any one calling oa him will be consulting their own interests. GOLD El. Is pleasently situated on the north bank of the Rogue river, eleven miles from Jacksonville, the county seat. The river here fur- nisnes me nnest water-power .in Southern Oregon, and there is am ple power for al! kinds of manufac turing. Gold Hill has a metbodist church, good school, a first class flouring mill, and is surrounded by a rich firming and fruit growing country, most of the trade of Sam"s ahev conies to this town. It is the center of the mining district of Southern Oregon and many valua ble quartz ledges are to be found here which ruquire capital to devel op them. The Lucky Bart mine i on Sardine creek, owned by Lind lcy t Co., is being operated with very flattering results; they have a five stamp mill which is the most complete mill ever brought into Southern Oregon. The 1). Horn mine, known as the Home is a good claim, and all it needs is cap ita'.. The Old Gold, tho Brandon, and many other good properties are to be found here. I here are many good investments ' in mining property to be found here. There is a good opening here for a reduc tion works, pork packing establish ment, etc., also for a good, live physician. Large quantities of fruit, grain, bacon and gold dust are shipped annually. J. W. MARKS BERRY, DEALER IN GROCERIES, CLOTHING, etc Among the leading merchants of this part of Jackson county is the j establishment conducted bv J. V. Marksberrv, dealer in fancy; and staple groceries, dry goods, furnish ing goods, etc. This business has. been in active operation for several years and last April Mr. Marks berry purchased the business from V. P. Jacoby. The stock carried is of a superior quality. This house also does a large business in pro duce, taking the samo in exchange from farmers for groceries, etc. at market prices. As an establish ment this house is well known for its strict adherence to truthful rep resentations. Mr. Mark-sberry takes a deep interest in all matters per taining to tho advancement of his adopted home. E. RAY, DEALER IN KRESil AND SALT MEATS. This business had its inception three years ago, and from the begin ning proved iv success. -Mr. Ray deals in all kinds of meats aud sup plies the miners and farmers with meats at reasonable prices. He is a gentloman who gives closo attcn- tion to business, and stands deserv- ; edly high in the community. . GOLD HILL FLOURING MILL. ' MORELOCi: & SIGNOI'.OTTlj PROP'S. In the whole list of manufactur- ers and trades in Oregon, there is ' no more useful or important one than that of the miller. Among ! the reprcsentativo mills in South- i ern Oregon is tho Gold Hill flour ing mill which has been in active operation for several years. Early this spring Messrs. Morelock tfe Signorotti purchased this property from Chas. Lambert. The leading brand manufactured is the "White Rose" which has become very op ular among customers. The pro prietors, Messrs. Morelock &. Sig norotti are gentlemen who are well known in Southern Oregon. Mr. Morelock formerly represented Linn county in. the legislature, a position he filled with honor to himself and satisfaction to his constituents. Mr. Signorotti is well known as the finder of the Lucky Bart quartz mine, which is now showing such good results. The mill is located on the Rogue river about one-half mile from Gold Hill at a point whero the best water power in Southern Oregon is obtainable. . A. C. STANLEY, DEALE IN GENERAL MERCHANDISE; Among the arious enterprises of Gold Hill which merit special men tion in this edition, is the one con ducted by A. C. Sanley. Thie? tablishment is the consolidation of Mr. Stanley's Sams Valley and Tolo stores, and has been located in Gold Hill for one year. The stock carried is diversified and heavy, covering all kind3 of gen eral merchandise. Mr. Stanley has been engaged in business for about six years, prior to which time lie practiced his profession, and while in practice was considered one of the leaders in the medical profes sion of Jackson county. He has twice been elected to the legislature and once to the 6enate. The policy on which he conducts his business is characterized by great liberality. L E- DEBOY, DRUGGIST, JEWELER AND BARBER. Mr. Deboy fills many different wants in Gold Hill, he conducts a drug store stocked with all the nec essary drugs and chemicals; atten tion is paid to physicians' prescrip tions. In jewelry he carries a nice stock, and all kinds of watch and clock repairing is promptly attend ed to, and his charges are always very moderate. Another branch of his business is shaving and hair cutting, at which he is very pro ficient. Mr. Deboy commenced business here five years ago and by industry and hard work, coupled with fair and honorable dealings, has added to his business from time to time. He is very popular in the community. He is also leader of the local band. v ; . A small town and tho second oldest in the county, situated oa Bear creek and S. ?. railroad, four miles from Medford and 233 miles south of Portland. One of the leading industries is the furniture factory of Weeks Bros. It also contains a flour mill, school, church. Mr. W. F. Towne, the postmaster, also conducts a general store, car rying a general stock of groceries," dry goods, etc He is one of the early settlers of the county, having first come here in 1S56, and fol lowed mining until 1SS1 when he settled in Phoenix, and since that time has been engaged ia business at that point. Lare quantities of fruit, hogs and grain are shipped from Phoenix. FOREIGN FIGURES. London pays yearly in police pen sions 222,SoS, and the rest of England pays 213,457. A census of the Hungarian gypsies token on the lost day of January this year shows the total number cf that curious people in Hungary to be 155,000- Aeccbiseop Walse is reported as quoting some remarkable statistics il lustrating a preat increase cf habitual drunkards in Ireland. The convictions fx: drunkenness in 1SS7, he said, num bered T9.000; in 1SSS, ST.OOO; iu 1SS, 92,000, and in 1S91, 100,525. Laxd in Great Britain sold at consid erably higher prices last year than dur ing the two years previous. The statis tics of sales show that in England 53, 254 acres were sold during 1SS2, reali zing an cverago price of '45 per acre, an increase of 5 over 1S91, which was in turn an increase of 3 over 1SD0. PRETTY. FASHIONS. Tns small boy will be seen to best ad vantage during the coming summer ia theTauntleroy suit. A perfectly plain skirt of heavy sill:. - bengaluie or velvet may be made up with a front of some contrasting ma terial, or with the front of the sane cov ered with embroidery or passementerie. Small girls wear party dresses, with slips of silk covered with crepe de chine or chiffon. Tlaitings of lace around the skirt, over the shoulder and as a finish for the sleeves, are a favorite trimming. Veet pretty and cheap low turn-over collars can be made of the half of one of those colored-bordered handkerchiefs, which can be bought at a ridiculously low price since they went oat of fashion for their original use. "RAM'S HORN" BLASTS. Ose of the best of housekeepers is tho woman who hates dirt. ' . People who wear loud clothes are do ing their best to make up for somo con- . scious lack. Sni lnl: urn sn t&bpn no with their bright plumage as to forget that they have very black feeU Ah official' telegraui hWjust been re ceived signed by the loycl admiral, Gon calves, reporting the sinking of the Bra zilian rebel ironclad Javary The ship was struck by a shell from Fort St. John off Nictheroy ami sank almost immedi ately. The first reports aauouawd that all on board the J a vary were drovmed, but a later dispatch anaou-jeed that all were saved. She had beea used -y Ad-" mind Mello as a f-vp.tit: r.-i--re. Her - i , , -i- , . , . maimincry nan i:tu uu&smen asu sae had been repaired. It ss"n-.?t tc-ited how ; many were aboard -oi her :it the timoj She. went dowu -. . . PHENIX . "v. n -- -