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CITY 28th YEAR. OREGON CITY, OREGON. FRIDAY. JULY 8. 1910 No. 5 OREGON ER GUN PLAY SAD ENDING Carus Youth Claims Self Defense in Shooting 4 Smith FIRED THREE SHOTS Asks Sheriff to Make Arrest and Waives Examination. Held Without bail Curtis llcliev, a young man hviug with li is fi.ther on a farm iiear Cams, shot and billed Osorgo Smith, Tlmrs day, Julia 80, it is claimed in self de fense. Yooug Helvey, his fitlieraud brother were driving somo horses out of a field and he claims as lie was passing a -clump of bushes Smith jumped out with a club in his hands and stiuck at him, Buying at the time lie was going to beat Uelvey's head off. In the ccufiiet that followed Hel voy drew a revolver, with which he claims lie had been phootiug sqnirrels in tho afternoon, shooting three times at Smith, the last bullet taking effect, coursing up through the man's body. Helvey at once notifiod Sheriff R. B. Beatio, who went at once to the sceno. A coroner's inquest was held in the evening. Friday morning Geo. C. Brownell and Gordon E. Hayes were retained by Holvey. At the hearing Tuesday Helvey waived ex amination, was bound over to the grand jury and committed to jail without bail. . ,'. - tf , - ' Mrs. Emma Wilson Cillespie Season instructor in Expression Chautauqua. at ELECTRIC FANS ELECTRIC STORE PORTLAND RjAILWAY Light & Power Company- LADIES ENJOY CLASS REUNION Spend Delightful Afternoon at the Home of Mrs. George A. Harding The graduates from the Oregon City Seminary class of 1870 were given a luncheon by Mrs. Geo. A. Harding at her pleasant home tn Main street, Thursday afternoon. The ladies hold anuual reunions which are looked forward to witn much pleasure. ' Owing to illnpss, Prof. S. D. Pope, of Victoria, under whom the class graduated, was uuablo to be nresent, but a letter from him tn the class was read by Miss Mary S. Barlow. The hoEtefs served luncheon in the dicing room, which was prettily dec orated in the das color?, blue and white. Each guest received a picture of the old seminary building, a gift from the hostess, and before the com pany separated pictures were taken of the alumni. The members of the class who wore neeent to enjoy the hospitality of Mrs. Harding were Mrs. flattie Barclay Pratt, of this city; Mrs. Kate Hun faker Nicholas, Mrs Emma Miller Cochran of Portland; Mrs Clara Cau filed Morey, of Gleumorrio ; Mrs. Jpn nie Barlow IlBrduig, Miss Kate Bar clay, of tnis city, and Miss Mary B. Barlow, of Pcrtland. ' CARRIERS DECLARE . FOR BETTER ROADS Good Resolutions . for Better Roads and a Greater Oregon Some good notes may bn had from the report of the convention of rural mail carriers, which was held in Port laud June 24th and 25th, at which time Franz Kraxberger, of "Aurora, was elected president. The convention declared itself for the following principles : Higher and better education. . Construction of permanent public highways. No restriction of expenditure of couuty funds when voted by majority for permanent road work, which work must be done by competent road men only. For Parcel Post and the best mail service available and a greater Oregon. Officers ot the Rural Letter Cnrriers' State Association jwe elected as follows: Franz Kraxborger, Aurora, presidont; J. R. Maxwell, Eugene, vise president; W. H. Boyd, Beaver ton, secretary; J. H. Goins, Albany, national dolegate. A joint meeting was held by city and rural letter carriers and a banquet was given by the Commeoial Club and was attended by about 800 postmen. COOL BREEZES FROM NEW AND SECOND Seventh and Alder Street CHAUTAUQUA ATTRACTIONS ARE BETTER -THAN EVER Talent Will Outclass All Previous Attempts-Indications Point to Greatest Throngs at Celebrated Western Seat of Learning . The greatest educational, religious and entertainment organization in the Northwest will meet at Gladstone Purk July 12 and continue for I hit teen days. Are you intending to avail vonrsf If of the opportunity it afloids; Here will be gathered together some ot the best wit, wisdom, eloquence, music, magic, athletics and art of the country. If the cost of all this were one-half what, it is actually worth it would he beyon.l the ability of most of our people to pay, but when we consider that a season ticket may be had lor two dollars, it purchased in blocks of tea, and that the camping privilege is only one dollar, the won der is that anyone can afford to stay at home. ' Souvenir programs have been dis tributed throughout the county. If you did not receive one write the sec retary and it will be sent. Theso pro grams describe the main entertain ment and lecture features, but the want of space forbade a full account of Forum, the summer school and the athletics. The Forum is the name given for the program from II to 13 o clock eaoh day. Here will be found many of the most talented people of the Northwest, as well as others from the East. On July 12th, Hon. J. H. Acker- man will deliver the address of wel come, which will be responded to by President Ferrin of .Paoifio Univer sity. Theie gentlemen are among the foremost educators of the-coontry and their many friends will be present, for they know what they would miss should they fail to hear them. July 13th Madison O. Peters of Hew Death of Jonathan Humpbrys The death of Jonathan Hnmphrys occurred Thursday morning at Astor ia, whree he had been visiting his son, Charles, for a few weeks. Mr. Humphrys was 68 years of age at the time of ins death, wnion. was one to iieart disease. He was a native of England and came to Oregon City in 1872 and had since been a resident of West Oregon City. Those who survive him, besides his wife, are four sons, John R., Charles, Fred W. and Nicholas T., and one daughter, Jessie. HAND York, one of the abl'st men of that great city, wilt deliver his famous lecture, "What th Jew Has Done for Civilization." July 14tli the Doctors Sadler will, with the aid of Anna B. Kellogg, a trained nurse, give demonstrations showing how to care for the home so as to prevent disease and to promote health and happiness. The Doctors Sadler will be prepared to auwser questions concerning the care of your children and yourself. July 15tn Dr. Lena K. Sadler and Auua B. Kellogg will give demonstra tions (to women only) on how to dress beautifully and healthfully. At the same time Dr. William S. Sadler will discuss "Mental Hyigene," to men. July 10, Educational Day, will be of much interest to all. Dr. Leonard W. Riley, president of MoMiuuville College, will discuss "The Ideal Edu cation." Miss Christine Anderson, of the Gillespie School of Expression, will give a reading. Prof. L. K. Al derman, a favorite with the people generally, will lecture on the subject "When Knighthood Should Be in Flower." The program for Sunday morning, July 17, will be luruished'by the V. C. T. U. These ladies promise a most enthusiastic meeting at tills time. July 18, Prof. J. B. Horner will give his famous lecture on "Oregon Literature." This leoture is worthy a place on the main platform of any Chautauqua. There will also be a piano solo by Mrs. Mortiu Thompson and a reading by Miss Sigun Lack of Portland. From the Late Mrs. McKay's Home From the Daily Province, Vancouver, B. C We quote the following splendid words of esteem of a former Oregon City woman, who died at that city, June 15, a notice of which apperaed in the Courier at that time: "The death of Mrs. J. W. McKay, who died at her home, corner of WeBtmiusetr and Sixteenth avenues, on Wednesday mornins, deserves mare than passim notice. Mrs. McKay, whose maiden name was Ruth Beaton, was a native of Pictou county, N. S. Early in life she came westward to Nevada, where she taught school. There she mot her husband himself a Piotonian and they were married on Christmas Eve, 1881. Mr. and Mrs. MoKay lived the whole of their' married life in the northwestern states until two years ago, when they came to Vancouver, where Mrs. McKay has three sisters and a brother living. "Her illness, which terminated fatally Wednesday morning, began about a year ago. Her sufferings were very great. The distress and pain were at times almost unbearable, but she fought against her malady with a brave spirit. She never lost her courage and hope till the last. Prepared to die she was eager to live and kept up a lively interest in A bit of tent life at Chautauqua, the the Pacific Coast. the.affairs of the com unity and world about her .throughout her illness and was ever bright and cheerful. Un selfish in her spirit her thought was for others even when suffering great est pain herself. When the end came she'bowed quietly to the Divine Will andYslept peacefully in Jesuss. Mrs. McKay was a choice spirit. In the home, the church, the community she was a hepler, a carrier of sunshine, cheer and encouragement. By her bright and loving disposition and wholesome Christian spirit she made hosts of friends wherever she went. There are many who .mourn her loss who feel that they are better men and women for .their having known her, but that the world is poorer because she has gone. Her hand was ready for auy good work and where her help was needed most there she was to be found.' Her husband, who madb every sacrifice that love conld desire to save her life, is very deeply touched by the sorrow that has come into his life, as is also her neice, Miss Grant, whom she adopted andto whom Mrs. McKay was a devoted and loving mother." - Will Attend Crest Council At a special meeting of the local Imperial Order of Red Men, held in this city Tuesday evening, O. W. Kelly, H. Heningsen and F. Koenig were elected as delegates to attend the session of the'great council to be held at Astoria, July, ith. July 1!), Mrs. Sylvia McGuire of Portland will give a song moital "Echoes From Dixie Land." Those who have been so fortunate as to hear this recital say it is excellent. Misb Goldie Peterson, Pacific University's sweet singer, will sing "Dixie Songs." July 20 will ba Club Day. The pro gram for this day will be devoted to the interests of club work. Mrs. Sarah A. Evans, Mrs. Sadie O. Dun bar, Mrs Olara Graves French and others will speak. Mrs. E. S. Miller, one of Portland's best vocalists, will sing. July 21, Farmers Day. from 9 to 12, Dr. Andrew O. Smith, president of the Oregon Good Roads Association, will discuss "Good Honda." Judge Grant B. Dimick, "How to Procure Funds to Construct Roads;" D. O. Lively, "Livestock;" Kent, "Horti culture." At 11 o'clock Rabbi Jounh B. Wise will deliver an address for the Oregon State Congress of Mothers. These people are doing a great work in Oregon. You will be interested in their work. July 22, Mrs. Jamos Robert Punglo of Boston will discuss "Tuberculo sis;" W. V. Greou, Washington High Sohool, Poitlaud, "Radium;" William O. Work of Boston, "A Trip to Eu rope." Miss Charlotte Baulleld of Portland will give a reading. July 23, Patriots Day, G. A R. audW. R. O, on platform. Patriotio reading, Mrs. May Peudorgrass; "The Star Spangled Baunor, " Irving M. Gleuii and O. A. K. Drum Chorus. Lewis H. Daw ley, Portland's oolored orator, will deliver a locture, "Fifty Years of Freedom." Death of Mr. Seacrest The doath of Samuel Lewis Seer st ocourred July 4, at his homo in Glad stone. The funeral was hold Weduo day afternoon, Rev. S. A. Haywoitn officiating Interment was made in Monutain View cemetery. Mr. Seorest was born in Indiana, June 19, 18)38, and in 1861 was united in marriage with Miss Esther Mungnr. Two children were born to this union, George M. Seciest of Oregon City and Mary Esther Chilborg of Valley City, N. D. After Mrs. SocreBt's doath he was again united in marriage with Miss Josephine V. Myers in 1864. Seven children wore born to this union, four of whom survive him : Boatrice T. Schaffer of Duluth, Minn. ; Alice K. Hanson of Valley City, N. D. ; Albort J. Seorest of Portland, Or., and Angelina M. Em ery of Gladstone, Or. Waiter gills wanted at Chau tauqua Restaurant, Apply to II. E. Cross, chairman commit tee. Berries, milk, vegetables, wanted at Chautauqua- Restau rant. Apply at once to H. E. Cross, chairman committee. favorite summer seat of learning on X 4 , t S Y fi GOV. JOS. W. FOLK. Chautaiuiua's leading attraction will lecture evening of July 21st, Farmers' Day at Gladstone I'arlc. Our friend R, S. Ooe, op at Cuuby, verv thoughtfully reinnu bored the Courier last week with a full crate of rogan berries, in the pink of porfee tion. When it comes to the smallor berries and garden truck Coe is there with the goods. Thanks, neighbor. We will try and be at home next time ' l. " ' 70a call. LOOKS GOOD FOR GRANT B. DIMICK Clackamas County Man Now Alone in the Guberna- tonal Race The li ling of the declaration of in tention to be a candidate for the office of governor of the state of Oregon, by Grant B. Dimick, ot this citv, with the secretary of Btate at Salem, Tues day, brings out the fact that Mr. Dimick is at present alone in the field, and that from all indications there will be very little opposition in his party, and as lie has strongly advocat ed his position there will rally about him at the primaries a very strong force from all parties, advocates who boliove us he does in the direct pri mary, tho initiative and referendum, a uniform system of highways and strict economy in public affairs. Mr. Dimick t has many strong friends throughout the state and it is very gratifying to know that those who have had differing opinons have been coming forward to him in per son and by lottors Btrougly urging him to pursue his candidacy with greater energy, offering their hearty support. Mr. and Mrs John Ashton have re turned to Oregon City, after sevoral weeks' outing in the vicinity of Se attle. CAMP MEETING AT NEW ERA First Spiritualist Religious As sociation of Clackamas County To those who have attended the New Era Camp of the First Spiritual ist Religious Association of Clacka mas County nothing noeds to be said of the beauty and graudonr of the place The grove of magnificent fir trues, with their drooping branches, that insure porpetnal shade and cool ness, the beautiful Willamotto, that gathers its clear waters from the mountain sides, the rough ami rugged Rock Island in tho river, the precipi tous banks that rise like stone walls for hundreds of foot above, lialanciug Rock, and the inspiring shady walks, all speak for themselvos. What an op portunity to come in touch with na- uro. What a chance lor that neeiion freedom from the care and worry of every day lifo. - . The groat aim of the board of direc tors is to furnish an opportunity for tho groatcst spiritual and intelloctual development possible, and at tho same tune make tne camp a real outing. To consummate this a' 111, they have secured a very able corps of loctnrers, mediums, and musicians, and will 110 their best to mako the throe weeks nout at New Era prolitnblo and eu- joyahlo to all who attend. Pregram ror tlrst week : Sundnv, July 1010 a. in., vocal and orchestral musio; address, W. O. IIodROj messages, .Mrs. Bailey, Mr, Brooks. 2 p. 111., special musio; leo ture, George H. Brooks; messages, Mrs. JackRon, Mrs. Cobb. 7 :15 p. m addross, Mrs. M. A. Cougdou. Monday, July 117:45 p. m. au di ess, Goorge H. Brooks. Tuesday, July 12 10 :!!') a. 111., con ference led by Mr. Brooks. 7 :45 p. m , literary and musical program. Weduosday, July 11) 10 :!!() a. m. , circle. 7:45 p. ui., address, Mrs. (John. Thursday, July 14, Mau's Day 10:80 a.m., conference; 2:!IOp.m., address, Geo. H. Brooks; 7:45 p, in., program of many sides. Fridav, July 15 2:au p. ni., ad dross, W. O. Hodgo; 7:45 p. in., mes sugo mooting. Sutnrdny, July 1610:1)0 a. m., con ference lod by Mr. Hodgo, Sunday, July 171080 a. m. Spe- cial music, lecture, lioorgon. urooits; niofisages, Mr. Brooks, MrB. Cobb. 2:10: p. m., special musio; lecture, W. O. Hodge: messages, Mrs. Bailey, Mrs. 'Jackson. 7:45 p. m., farewoll address, Geo. II. Brooks. Special Days Thursday, July 14, Man's Day. Each Tuesday at 7 :45 p, 111., speoial literary program. Thurs- lav. July 21, Woman's Day. Thurs day, July 2H, Children's Day, a troat for the children. Saturday, July 1)0, annual business meeting and election of officors. Sunday, July 81, Port land Day. Program subject to ohaugo, but will be followed as closely as possible The association has again seenrod tho eervices of Mrs. Cobb, who is rocognizod as onn of the best mediums on the coant. Mrs. Cobb has been at New Era two seasons, and her many friends will bo glad to welcome her again. The board was very iortunato in se curing the survicos of Geo. II. Brooks', w ho ui one of the best known bpirit ualist lecturers in the country. Ho has been chairman of the Haskett Park and the Lilt Dale camps, presi dent of the Wisoonsiu State Spiritual ist Society, and trustee of the Mourns Pratt Institute. S. V. Waters lias also been socured. Ho is young and enthusiastic. His loctures are keen and to tho point. Ho comas highly reoommended from Seattlo, whore ho is vice president of the Seattle Psyehlo Somoty, whioh so ciety ho is now serving as lecturer. Mrs. II. A. Cougdou, president or. the Oregon Statu Spiritualist Asso ciation, who conducted a class at New Era last year on tho ' Science or Lifo," and who, uudor inspiration, delivers lectures that show profound thought, will lead a "Reading Cir cle." Mrs. Jessie S. P. Flint, who has for several years conducted the Nature Study class at camp, will doliver an address on Children's Day 011 "The World As Seen By a Lover of Na ture." Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Robinson, of Euguno, Oregon, have been socured for the entire season to furnish in strumental musio (violin and piano). They are both accomplished. Continued on page 8 CELEBRATION GREAT SUCCESS Hard Work and Good Weather Brings Best Results GREATEST IN HISTORY No Accidents to Mar Day's Pleasure to Fifteen Thou sand People Orogon City surely had its Fourth of . July celebration and there were in - attendance m the neighborhood of fifteen thousand people, who entered into the spirit of the day, as well as the festivities with the greatest en thusiasm, all returning home feeling well repaid for their time. A good jolly, jostling crowd, with everything moving off smooth, no injuries, no one to get into trouble, superb day, amuse ment galore, such were the features that marked the ever glorious Fourth in Oregon City. The great parado was pulled off on schedule time and was cheered by thousands who lined tho streets. Coursing south on Main street it wended its way to the park on the hill, where the exoroises of the day were held, O. D. Eby being master of the - day, and there the following program was carried out : Musio, Aurora band; invocation, Rev. Wm. A. Proctor ; grand chorus, national airs; address of welcome, Mayor W. E. Carll;. vocal solo "The Star Spangled Banner," Mrs. Leon L. R., Alderman. Of the Department of Education, U. of O., will lecture at Chautauqua Forum during session. DesLarzes; reading, Doelaration of Independence, Miss Mary Ellen Long; grand chorus; oration Hon. Chun. V. Galloway; musio, band The parade was of oonsidorable length, and was made up of fraternal. commercial and business house floatH, the Goddess of Liberty float with Miss Letha Jackson as the Goddess of Liberty, surrounded by her maids of honor, Miss Beryl Long, Miss Ana Alldrcgo, Miss Margaret Brown and Miss Viulu Elliott. Little tots, repre senting tho states of the Union, made a pretty border to tho-oar. Owuers of automobiles had deaoratod machines iu the line of march, and the Courier boys in white suits were given honor able niotitiou, thore being no prizes for this olass. Little Lester Farmer was Riven a special prize for a -boy's decorated automobile. The following list of awards wore made : Fraternal floats No. 2, Pythian Sistors, tlrst; No. 1, Knights of Pyth ias, socoud. Commercial and improvement club floats No. 7, Mountain View Iin provomout Club, first; No. 8, Woman's Club, seooud. Business Iioubo floatsNo. 13, Ore gon Oily Enterprise, first; No. 15, Wilson & Cooke, second. Decorated hoso cart No. 10, Foun tain Hose Company first. Singlo driving vehicleNo. 27, Frank iiusoh, first. Comical vohicle No. 29, Sinnott,' hrBt. Saddle horse No. 81, first. Thomas The hose races drew big crowds, and tho hub-aiid-hob race. between and the the Mountain Viow team Willamette Pulp & Paper Company, was won by tho former. The time was 25 seconds. In the wet test the first prize went to Hose Company No. 8, and the seo oud and third prizes were split by Green Point Hose Company, No. 6, and Mountain View Hose Company. The time was 85 8-5 seconds. The canoe races wore won by Port land Y. M. O. A. mou. In the men's swimming races, James Maukurtz was first and William Peters second. In the bojs' Bwiuiming race, Green was first. The Willamette Pulp & Paper Company team won tho tug of war over the Oregon City Mauufac taring Company. The most interest ing feature of the water sports was the log-rolling contOHt. Following is the result of tho land sports : 60-yard fat men's race Younger, first ; Green, second. 100-yard dash Noble, first; Jeffer son, second. 100-yard boys' race Sheahan, first; Sinnott, second, 220-yard race for mill men Hon drickson, first; Jefferson, second. Many romained for the night dis play of fireworks. At the grand ball at the Armory the GoddeBs of Liberty and hor maids were present. . The championship baseball game be wteen the Camas BlueB and the Canby team at Gladstone Park was won by Canby with a score of 4 to 8. One of the events of the day was the high dive by O. W. Patterson from the suspension bridge to the waters of the Willamette river 76 feet below, a daring feat w liich attracted thousands jwho had lined the triage Continued on page 8 4 &j4 9 t-