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Corvallis Times. BOTH BID THE SAME. Official Paper of Benton County. eORVAXXIS, OBEGON. APE. 4, 1903. ' ' IS' IT STATESMANSHIP "Ttfthe row now on, over presiden tial appointmentm. Oregon and the disclosures incident thereto, a glimpse is obtained of what ' seems to be the Oregon idea of what are a United States senator's functions. The ado raised over the question of whether Bill Jones or Tim Flanni gan.shall beappointedj to a petty office, is; apparently of greater con sequence than the,, .knottiest prob lem of state.' In this 'instance it involves the president of the Unit ed States, two United States sen ators and ? an ex-senator ' . of the United. States. All are in news - papers even the .president himself, with statements of why they favpred Bill or why Tim didn'tget there,and in the wrangle over this petty office there is maintained a vigor, warmth and incrimination surpassing two football managers disputing pver the issues of a late, game. - - . - It is easy to conceive of ; a sen ator of the United, . States ' whose conception of his duty would be not to look after the .personalis terests of Bill or Tim, by getting him an insignificant . office in re turn for political .support, but who would devote his talents and time to solution of problems of government. It matters nothing to - the general public whether or not J ones .or Flahnigan shall be fixed ; up. with official pap, but it is important that, so far as law. can order them, . the wlatfnni ot societv - shall be so' ad- inetpH that the greatest , good ... shall come i to : the greatest. , number. There are., or oueht to be, senators rtino time and talents ' would be chief! v concerned with the glory and highest good of their 'country and without thought of petty offices and which of a number . ot rabble henchmen should fill them. , . When, if ever, all senators . and representatives measure up to the hotter standard, then, indeed, will ' it be well . with " all . individuals. - But a. stream, cannot rise higher than its source,- So long as , leg islation flows from senators who fight like . Tom cats over little places lor ui'ie mcu, n. expected that laws will always be what high minded legislators might make them. HOW HAVE THE MIGHTY FAtLEN! But Figured Independent inejBig Clock not to be Repaired now. ...m It had been determined, tor "the present at least, to permit the big clock In the tower at tne county court house, to keep time in itsown peculiar way. . The decision was reached at a session of -the county court Wednesday, when bids were opened with reference to ;repairs that promised to so regulate the big clock that its indicated time wouia not start a business man home , to snDoer in: the middle of the. after noon or, get him out of bed , before daylight. : The repairs proposed the removal of 1 the ' machinery of the clock to the third floor. , , Its exposed condition in the t tower s is responsible for . the irregularity in time It is also detrimental to the clockwork, and if continued long enough will wear the ; timekeeper out long before its time. That is what all the jewellers say. r - ; i The bids were submitted A by Charles Heckrat and A. J. Metz- ger, ; Associated with. Mr.' Heck art was a ieweller and ' with ' Mr. Metzerer a carpenter. The bid of each was $185, both being exactly the same. On'account or the ex pense, the court decided not to remedy the trouble at present. PETITION IN. : HENRY W. CORBETT. ' - i. When men like. Henry W.-. Cor .bettdie, it is only - tbe wornout body that the grave gathers in.That other and best portion-the works that in "life he builded. death does not reach. He was of Oregon and of Portland, and was an unusual part of each, : ' The' story of his ca reer ' is a; part' of 'the?', story of how 'Oregon as she is today, was made, and so long as the latter :, is ' told: "the1 "memory of the ' dead . financier will be perpetuated. " Oregon has had few, 'if 0 any ! citizens, - whose names have' been so completely and so beneficially ' associ ated with her material "and social development and none whose philanthropy has been more.liberally or more widely 'bestowed.' ' His works, everywhere to be seen, are abounding evidence that he has " been, from then till now; a foremost citizen. . ' ' ' If his biographer must write that in his last days, Mr." Corbett s po litical ambition' was not gratified, .he must also ; record that through long years such honors were r not sought and when finally denied, it was perhaps because the applicant was of too large mold. . Looking to Construction of a Bridge for ' Ingram Island People, v - A petition is pending in the com missioner's court, which ; has ulti- tnatelv in -view the construction' of a bridge from the mainland of Ben ton County' to Ingram Island. It issigned by all the residents of the island, and by many persons on the mainland." It asks for certain chan ges in the county road. It recalls a oetition that was presented to the court last year. The latter pro posed that if the court would sup- nlv-the lumber the; 7people iofr the vicinity would build a. county bridge over the sloueh to the island. It so happened that no county road was available reaching the site of the proposed bridge, and on this account the peiition was de nied. ' ; .; ' ' The new petition is the effort of the citizens interested to provide for a road. It is supposed that if the road is secured, the petition for the bridge will be renewed. The bridge is asked for because the ford and ferry relied on tor crossing the slough are:: dangerous, : and have occasioned the loss of several - lives. The courts answer to the petition for change of load was the appoint ment of James Bruce, John. Whita ker and Samuel Reader as ' viewers to meet at Monroe April 27th, make examination of the proposed road and report recommendations. It is estimated that the lumber for the bridge would cost $ 500 or $600. CHANCE FOR CHILDREN. :r And Bob Says 'Twas Ever Thus From Childhood's Hour.' ' . On Bob Johnson's homeward trip from California he became chummy on the 'train '"with'1- a man named Russell who "represented himself as a wonderful prize fighter,"? and-' all accounts' agree that he is a perfect specimen of physical manhood. After Bob's arrival home he - sang the praises of the fellow constantly for several days. He had gotten a few -gilt-edged ' tips from Russell, too, and believed that money placed on his favorite would be as good as won in advance. But Bob's idol has been knocked; into, all kinds j of ., smithereens,; not by an apponent in the ring, but by the Portland policemen's knowl edge that Russel is a crook. ' Soon after his arrival in Portland he was; taken into custody,1 and - placed in jail until he was ready to leave the city, - It seems, trom accounts, that One of many shady , practices " which Russell indulges in is to board a street car and stand in the door. He is so big that' no one can crowd past him," and soon the platform is, jammed. ; An accomplice, standing on the crowded platform, quickly selects a few articles ot value from the people on the car, and the . two alight and go on their, way , rejoic ing." 'Information in Wednesday's Oregonian" settled 4 Russell's r char acter,, and the fellows began mildly to take issue with Bob as, to'., his man's admirable, qualities; but he argued faithfully in behalf of Rus ell, not having .". noticed -the ' ac counts of Russell' s misdemeanors. But Russell's detractors werehourly reinforced with stunning evidence, and finally Bob was compelled to surrender unconditionally. He now keeps moving to escape the good natured jeers of "his friends. . " v ", Millinery Display, . - A fine display of millinery today April 4th attMrs. J. Mason's. Call and see the elegant line of hats of the very latest patterns. - .;. i Dry Wood for Sale. Maple or fir in lots to suit. Leave ders with A. Hodes. or- Frank Francisco. A lady'8 belt, identify, Found." Call at tli:s office 1 ' and - SOLD, A RESIDENCE. -' , , Men Abroad Want Water and Light Franchise in Corvallis Other News.- Born Thursday to . Mr. and Mrs, Cal Thompson a son.y 7 ) : A force of S P. bridgemen arriv ed Thursday for the purpose of ov erhauling the . turn table at this place. ' Mrs. Casper "Zierolf has been af flicted for some time,. but a favor able turn in the course of her ail ment is verY" satisfactory4 to "her family and friends. ' There is- a story onthe street that two young people in town were wed this week and that the bride left at once for the East while the groom remained here. .Names wre J. W. Wood of Job's addition, has -purchased, the Frank Lilly house on Sixth street, .. The price paid, was $ gob. The i purchaser will occupy it alter a montn. ine sale was made by W. A.:- 'Wells, Frank Lilly paid $800 tor the pro perty about a year ago. ': What is known as f the Rothd farm, in the north part of the county, has been sold to A. F. Luther, who recently disposed of his holdings near Granger. -.In the, farm purchased there are 300 acres, and the price paid 9,000. In retiring from the merchant tailoring business,- Mr. . J. Wrage wishes to express-his' appreciation 'nf ht -natrnnao-e and kind offices of the people of this community, and hopes that they may bestow upon his successor, Mr. A. E. , Wilkins, like favors." -r - I Mrs! C. Armstrong of South Car olina, spent a couple of Mays5 in? Corvallis this week, and was much interested in the college. During twenty years past she has been her self an educator in the South. " In company with a grown son she ex pects in the near future to locate in Oregon or California. - Fire Chief Sheasgree n has re ceived a letter from abroad, making inquiry about the water and light situation in Corvallis. The corres pondents say that if they can secure franchises without too much delay, and the demands of the city arerea sonable, they are. in position to do business. They announce a 1 wil lingness to purchase the present light and water plants. newest masfr goods. Ulany Exclusive Designs. We . haye been j selling wash! dress goods for nearly a month,. but our stock has not been complete. r The shipments whick have been received in the past week have filled in all thev weak places and now the stock is complete in every detail.. From low priced domestic fabrics to. :the high grade materi als of foreign makes. We j have many fabrics of the finer sort which are' exclusive with us, and if you like materials and patterns that' are out of the' 'ordinary, come and see usr , ; Samples on Application. '. Gleaant UJhite Goods and embroideries. For Sale. A choice lot of Scotch Collie pups at $0 each. v . ; : j Spencer BickneJl, ' - ' Corvallis. Mi'linery Opeciog. , " I will have on display Friday and Sat urday, April 3rd and 4th, a fine line o pattern hats and tiinimings. rYou - are cordially invited to call. Mrs:C A: Gould. ' ' it) Diamond 'W Brand The Best Grade of Canned Goods on the Market Today. Look at Our Windows and see the Varieties. Matches TO BURN! 150 0 PARLOR Matches FOR 10 CENTS Something New. Uiocec Ones. Call in and get a Trial Package Rodes Grocery r.V- FOR THE SAKE OF PEACE. Simon says the president prom ised jto appoint Steel, but -didn't. That's admitted. Simon says Dresser promised to vote for Cor bett, but didn't. . That's admitted. Simon says-;;: the president gave Dresser the job promised Steel. "That's admitted. (Then, for. sake ; of peace, why can't Simon on his part, admit that If the president of the United States had a right to go back on his word, ; Dresser had a right to go back on his; too; and al so, that if the president : wanted Dresser for the job, Dresser had a right to accept. Why should" Si mon continue to stir the mess, when this is the whole story. For, Chief of Police, - I hereby announce myself as a candi date for the office of chief of police of Corvallis at the election to be held May J8tb, 1903. Sam King. . Corvallis, April 1, 1903. To Secure Prizes for Growing Flowers ' Contest to be Held in Fall. . ,1 One hundred and' fifty ' school children are wanted ' in Corvallis, who will promise to grow during the coming summer three corms of gladiolus. : The corms will be fur nished free by the City . Improve ment Association, and are to be re turned to the ' Association in ' Oct ober. Not more than two chil-, dren in one' family ' may receive corms under this offer.' ', '' During September, it is planned to hold a eladiolus exhibition at which time twelve awards will ' be given for the best displays of flow ers grown from the corms., .The new corms formed will be. the pro perty of the cultivators. Names may be given to the public school teachers. They , will 1 be handed to the secretary of C. I. A. Distribution of corms will be made from the public school , Sat urday, April 1 1 that 10 a. m. - AT STEWARTS HILL. ' Contract let for new Bridge and Re : duct ion of Grade. ;.-:;) ,i: In the commissioners' court Wed nesday,' a contract was let for the construction of a new bridge at Stewart's hill, north of Corvallis on the Albany " road. The contract also provides for a heavy reduction of the grade at the north end of the bridge, and for an extensive fill at "the south end. The latter will shor ten the bridge from about 100 feet to 68 feet. The present bridge has been condemned, and while the re newal is in progress, the-change in the grade to a permanent basis, and by which the bridge expenses could be materially and forever re duced, was deemed advisable. The contract was awareed to R; M-? Gil bert at $825. The other; bid was Henry Millhollen, $999. I n-.Berry Has in ' His:; g: i;, ... AND . ' as - . : 9? 1 IBaiif n em : , 'rBicvcles. !i c5 , W S3 ' & ffi If vou Want a Fine: Up-to-date-High Grade . Bicycle; ' I If your wheel needs doctoring, take it to the Bicycle fi& ml WW .. OA.STOK.IjaL. "Beam the Jj? YoB HaV8 AlwayS BoU If you want a Fine,1 Up-to-date-High Grade Bicycle; S3 go to Berry's. - . , v Berry's. - If you want a Second-Hand Bicycle, go to Berryi - He has them at any old price. ' C , If you are thinking of buying a wheel, call on Berry , before you purchase. He has them ranging in price from $5.00 to $200.00. If your wheel needs doctoring, take it to the Bicycle Hospital. - All work guaranteed. .: , If you need a new set of tires, go to Berry. He has; them of all makes ana prices. . . : ; If you want to rent a wheel, go to Berry's. , -. Vgj ' ML iaCl, 11 yuu WttiiK any vuiug a" j " eS Sundries, Parts, or Repair Work go to Berry's. :.. 3 ' Near Burnett Brick, Main Street, gj Corvallis. Oreeron.