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5?HB MORNING- OREGONX". FRIDAY, MAY- 15, 1903. ATON WITH BOYER "Elijah" Given by Willamette Valley-Chora! Union. SOUS DO EXCELLENTLY WELL Heavy "Worlc FalU to Professor. Gle&'c Melloir Baritone Pre(on'i Tester Kills Hall Trio That Ckaraed All la Rendition. EUGENE, Or., May 14. (Staff corre spondence.) A grand and dignified rendi tion of Mendelssohn's "Elijah" closed to night the fitth annual musical festival of the Willamette Valley Choral Union. The conductor was W. H. Boyer, of Portland. Mrs. "Walter Reed, in singing the contralto solo. "Oh Rest in the Lord." achieved as great an artistic triumph as that of Mrs. Rose Bloch Bauer last night. She -was in splendid voice and sang the solo from memory. It was marked by ex quisite vocalization and feeling. The other soloists were: Mrs. Rose Bloch Bauer, soprano; James T. Preston, of Gresham, tenor, and Professor I. M. Glen, baritone. Most of the solos in Mendelssohn's "Elijah" fall to the baritone or bass so loist and these were exceedingly wej! sung by Professor Glen. It was a musical treat to hear such purity of expression and full, round, rich tone. Very few bari tones on the Pacific Coast can excel Pro fesBor Glen in his artistic vocallsm and interpretation. James T. Preston, of Gresham, and who studied singing at San Jose, -Cal., and New York, sang the tenor solos, of which four were selected, the best of these be ing, "If "With All Tour Hearts." Mr. Preston displayed a pleasing, ringing tenor robust voice that filled the bail, and he was warmly encored. His tone - to vigorous and his phrasing good. It is gratifying to hear such a creditable Ore gon tenor, in these days when such voices are scarce. Mrs. Bloch Bauer's best solo was'Hear Ye, Israel," and she eang this with fine declamation and expression. The trio for women's voices, "Lift Thine Eyes" by Mrs. Bloch Bauer, Mrs. "Walter Reed and Miss Nettle Greer, all of Portland, was rendered so, well that It is one of "the events of the festival. The chorus singing was excellent, but the voices were not well balanced as bases and tenors are in the minority. Mr. Boyer excelled as a resourceful, ener getic conductor. The audience was a brilliant one and completely filled the halL Much of the success of the festival is due to the hard work of Professor Glen, who is entitled to congratulations. Eugene is delighted with the musical festival and the crowd of people it has brought to this pretty college town of "Weetern Oregon. Other Members of Chorus. The following members of the chorus were -omitted in the previous list: CorvaMs Mrs. O. J. Blaclcledge. Mrs. E. R. Lake, Mrs. F. L. Moore, Miss Maud Kerns. O. T. I,. Hlree. O. J. Blackledge. F. L. Kent and B. W. Johnson. Portland chorus Mrs. W. H. Boyr. Mrs. W. A. T. Bushong, Misses Bula Bennett, Nettle- Grer, Harel Paulus. Esther VuIHeumler and Bertha Prehn; F. S. Pierce and J. C Carson. CRITICISM OP PERFORMERS. Few Fault in Work of Singers and Mnsicians. EUGENE, Or.. May 13. (Special.) Time and trains shut oft the account of the orchestral concert last night without any remark on the work of the orchestra. There appeared much to commend and little to criticize. In many ways Mr. rvrn onnrinrtpd ndmlrablv. Clean and decided in attack with distinct ideas on time and shading, and evidently accurate knowledge of all the music, and will power to enforce his ideal. The observa tion may be permitted that he might mict hmMf still farther. In that his eyes might more freely rest on his players rather than on his score book. Mr. Hidden Is an excellent leader of the strings Invariably in time and tune and intomretine the music in truly muslclan- Iv sDlrit. In the solo work of the "William Tell" overture Mr. Conrad's txrnB llfrhtf ill. tone rmre and fulL onrt nlMnf for snpelal notice. The brass and wood wind somewhat overbalanced the strings, from the necessities ot tne cbsp tVinueh "Mr. Samuel's cornet aualltv of tone was absolutely free from the blare that is the besetting sin or so many "What would the orchestra do without the entirely reliable bass with which Mr. "Bertram has been for so long associated? The only observation that occurs here Is tVin it- r a nltv thprp 1s not a dunllente of him and his loved instrument to give still deeper ana tuner support to me en- KAmKlA Tilnvlnev The tympanl seemed to bo hardly In tun a in several nf thn ohnnees of lcev Involved. One has been used to see a very frequent tuning and adjustment to onM tMe came rlnn ror Tint n tmff t fault finding, however kindly meant. Let tie hope tnat Fortiana win never auow so fine a band to be disbanded. It surely, for the very credit of the city, must have generous support, especially when the musical character of Its birthplace will largely be judged by Incoming visitors to the Exposition by the work jf the orchestra. Second Night's Music. The concert of this second night was more generally approved by the large audience in the Vlllard Hall than the orchestral concert. Instruments and voices together are more easily appreci ated than either alone. "Why is It that these valley audiences are so chary of their applause? From timidity mostly' when one bold spirit gives the signal it is surely taken up by a few more. It was left for Mrs. Rose Bloch Bauer, at nearly the close of the concert, to evoke the first encore showing any real spirit and en thuslasm. The concert opened with Adolf Jensen's bright and musical cantata, the "Feast of Adonle, for soli and chorus. The composer was born at Konigsberg in January. 1S37, and died in South Germany in 1S79, leaving 62 published works, chiefly songs. The cantata sung tonight is the most successful and serious of his compo sltion. The first chorus, for soprano and alto voices. In 12-S time, with a bright triplet accompaniment, is joined by the soprano solo maiden, who. with her companions, sets forth to keep the feast. Miss Eva I. Stinson proved a charming leader of the chorus. Her voice is a pure soprano, of excellent quality, especially in the upper register. Her Intonation and enunciation were clear and she shows evidences of careful training. "We hope sne may te neard again at future fest lvals. The rest ot the work consists of alter natlng and then conjoined choruses of male and female voices, with another soprano solo interspersed. The cantata closes with a chorus In A major, telling how the happy Adonis Is held In eternal springtime In the budded meadows, bound in the chains of love. A more complete contrast to the serious and solemn work, of Gounod's can barely be Imagined. The Redemption" Is described by Its composer as a sacred trilogy, preceded by prologue on the creation, the fall of our first parents and the promise "of a Redeemer! It was published In 1SS2. The trilogy Is a lyrical setting forth of (1) the passion and the death of the Saviour, (2) his glorious life on earth from his resur rection to his ascension, (3) the spread of Christianity through tho world by the mission of the Apostles. The third part was not sung. The grand chorus at the end of the second part forming a fitting climax. . This oratorio was first heard in America, In 1SS3-4, under Theodore Thomas. Its structure departs widely from the recog nized oratarlo form In the predominance of recitatives, chiefly on one note. In which the progress of the great drama Is depicted, the choruses and solo music being generally comments on or Illustra tions of the recited narrative. But of the 61 numbers performed tonight 30 are recitatives, some of them of great length. Obviously specially trained performers are necessary to a successful rendering. The narrators are alternately tenor and nass sometimes these voices Join in a duet. Mr. Boyer and Dora Zan proved equal to tho task. The former singer was said to bo under medical care for severe throat trouble. He faced and surmounted the danger. By careful use his voice held out to the end and the last numbers were about his best HERMANN IN OREGON CITY SENATOR MITCHEM, SPEAKS IN FA VOR OF HIS CANDIDACY. Coaarressloaal Aspirant Says Prin ciples Shoald Not Be Subserved to Personal Likes and Dislikes. OREGON CITY. Or., May 14. (Special.) The Clackamas County Congressional campaign was opened In this city tonight by the Republicans. Hon. Blnger Her mann, the Republican candidate, was the principal speaker. Congressman Mc Cleary, of Minnesota, and United States Senator J. H. Mitchell also briefly ad dressed the audience. The meeting was held at Shlvely'3 Opera-House. and there was great enthusiasm. County Judge Ryan. Congressional com mitteeman, presided at the meeting and Introduced Senator Mitchell. The senior Senator expressed his indebtedness to Senator Brownell. of this county, for the position he now occupies, and briefly urged the favorable consideration of Mr. Hermann's candidacy by the electors. He Mr. Boyer's artlcu- I believed the Republican nominee, because JOresoa. -where I Vtwtt you trill live loss and prosper. Very sincerely, your friend and brother, S. A. D. H UNO ATE. TOOK PART IN EUGENE MUSICAL FESTIVAL. James T. Preston, Tenor Soloist. "W. W. BroiTn, Member of Execu tive Committee. lation and enunciation are always clear, the words wore easily heard throughout the hall. Every one In the audlcnco could testify how much the whole under standing and acqeptlblllty of the music depended on the two narrators. Mr. Zan's voice was In fine condition. o hope ho will often Bo heard in the future on these occasions. The accompaniments are very difficult, consisting to a largo de gree of chromatic passages for every In strument in turn, except the double bass of the drums. Another peculiarity of the music Is the recurrence nine times of one strain, or leit motif. It Is differently phrased, accom panied and supported to suit the exigency of the narrative. Great ingenuity Is shown In tho variation between plalntlveness, solemnity, regret, sorrow, sympathy. based on this one motive or strain. The composer chooses the same device based on two other strains. A curious thematic coincidence is seen In the recitative at tho commencement of part one. just pre ceding the march to Calvary, with a similar sequence In "Wagner's "Flying Dutchman." published In 1S43 an incident which may serve to show how charges of plagiarism may be loosely and cruelly made. In the repeated recitatives demands are unusually hard on the singers' ability to sing an unusual Interval without any prompting note or chord to suggest It. One or two very trifling slips were notice able, to set against a whole series of suc cesses. Ono would think the singers must draw a long breath of relief when this music is sung without error or failure. The composer varies very frequently the connecting or accompanying chords. In the recitative just preceding .the final chorus, "Unfold, Ye Portals Everlasting," Is a notable example of ecclesiastical or organ point harmonies. The chorus work was excellent through out. The chorales, particularly that be ginning "while her watch she is keep ing," specially good. We had marked for warm approval Mr. Zan's solos, "Ye Daughters of Israel," "Pardon Their Sin," and "All Hall"; Mrs. Bushon's, "While My Watch I am Keeping," and Mr. Boyer's, "O Lord Wilt Thou Remember Me?" and his last "After This to a Mountain He Led Them Forth." At lts close the singer flung caution to the winds, apd the tenor high G rung round the hall. The close of this notice must be re served for Mrs. Rose Bloch Bauer. Her friends made apologies for her In ad vance as having recently recovered from severe indisposition, but never singer needed apology less. She has in this composition but two serious appearances, but they are the gems of the whole. In the first song "From Thy Love as a Father' the solo singer first announces the theme, to be taken up and developed by the chorus then the soprano solo mounts over and dominates the whole, chorus and orchestra, with an ascending passage, closing with the C in alt., which followed by a somewhat similar rise to high A in the climax to the whole history preceding tho shortly-told tale of the ascension. This-magnificent song Is suc ceeded by the dialogue telling the won drous history of the last visions of the Saviour by his Apostles. Then the chorus, "Unfold Ye Portals," accompanied by the same soprano solo voice, brings the sec ond division ot the trilogy to a splendid close. Obviously exceptional demands are made on the solo singer. Mrs.Bauers voice rose clear, strong and triumphant over both orchestra and chorus. It remains to say that the orchestral work as has been indicated, is very severe, and the care and attention called for from the conductor equally arduous. Both Mr. Glen and tho players whom he directed are to be congratulated on the successful performance of what Is, In many respects, the moat difficult work heretofore attempted by the Willamette Valley Choral Union. WALLIS NASH. of his many years of experience at Wash ington, was the best fitted to 'represent the district at this time. He concluded his remarks by contradicting the statement that Mr. Hermann is not in sympathy with tho President. In presenting the principal speaker of the evening, Senator Brownell referred to Mr. Hermann as the next Congressman from the First Congressional District, for the reason that the Republican nominee Is the best qualified to best serve the large Interests of a large and growing state. Mr. Hermann argued that there is .in volved in the contest principles that should not be subserved by personal likes or diuerences. He considered It amusing that the Democratic party should allow itself to become so perplexed lest the Re publicans should at this time elect to Congress a man who might not be in har mony wKa .ne President. He considered this Insincere position of the opposition an Illustration of fidelity to the Republic an party on the part of tho Democrats that was never before known. Mr. Hermann denied the statements ad vanced by the opposition that he is not In accord with President Roosevelt, and In support of his argument cited the state ment recently made by the President him sen. j.ne speaKor men launcned into a discussion of National affairs, arid drew a contrast between the prosperous times and conditions that prevailed under Re publican protective system and the hard times chat marked Democratic free trade. ine trust question and other Important topics pertaining to National affairs were treated. Mr. Hermann made an effective address xoth Mr. Hermann and Senator Mitchell were warmly received, and the mention of President Roosevelt's name was the signal for applause. Judge Ryan, as Congressional commit teeman, has arranged for the thorough canvass of the county by local speakers. and will make a number of nolltleal speeches himself. Among the prominent Republicans who will speak In the county auring tne campaign are: J. C. Moreland, of Portland; J. D. Lee, saiem; united states Senator Fulton, ex governor t. t. Geer, Salem; G. B. Dlm- ickr G. E. Hayes, C. H. Dye. G. C. Brownell, A. S. Dresser, C. B. Moores, J. u. campDeii and L. L. Porter. FINDINGS' OF ARBITRATORS. In the Dlapate oT" Daber Xea "With Sumpter Lamfecr Company. SUMPTER. Or., May 11 (To tho Edi tor.) To correct the statement made In your paper, column 1, page K. May 12. I send you a copy of the findings of the board of arbitration. 'The only two things In controversy really were the Japanese question and the price of wool, both ot which were; decided In favor of the labor people. We simply sustained the wag scale of the Sumpter Lumber Company as regarded Its mill employes, and there are now 33 white' men cutting wood for Stoddard, at $1.50 per cord, In place of a dozen -or 20 Japs at 11.25, as for merly. C J. JOHNS. We, the committee of business men select ed by the laboring men of Sumpter and tho Sumpter Lumber Company, to discuss and set tle tho disputes arising: between the. Sumpter Lumber Company and tha laboring people, after f going into, all the details in connection with the matter, and having the same under con sideration for- some- time, beg leave to submit the xAllowInc report: That the above named' Sumpter Lumber Company has agreed to pay the laboring men 51.B0 per cord for cutting "wood out of culled timber left on ground where ther have stripped, the same of logging timber. That we believe a fair and equitable price for cutting wood in virgin Umber on good ground should be $1.23 per cord. That the price on rough ground and mountain timber should be from 11.83 to 11.00 per cord, and for all culled timber 11.60 per cord. In view of the fact that It has been the ob ject of the Sumpter Lumber Company to es tablish a large mill In this community and to come Into direct competition with other mills in this section who are not now paying as high wages as the Sumpter Lumber Com pany has formerly paid we believe the wage- acale of the Sumpter Lumber Company as the same has been paid In the past, to be fair and equitable, and recommend that the same be accepted by the laboring people, not fearing that whenever merit in labor Is shown, the Sumpter Lumber Company, through its man ager. J. B. Btoddard. will be fair In allowing even higher scale ot wages to that class of labor who" show a disposition to earn more money. That It is the sense of this committee that the ends obtained by the laboring people In this controversy, could have easily been ob tained without a strike. That the services of the bysienss men pf nny community .should be always at the disposal of the community for Its best interests. That they are willing at any time to do anything In their power to help out any certain set or faction insofar as they can see they are Justified. That as a rule there Is nothiiur gained by etrlkes. and on the other hand, there Is a great deal lost, and In the future we would recommend that the spirit which prompted the arbitration In this caso will govern, to the end that capital may not be intimidated and that labor may be upheld. As regards the Japanese question, the Sump ter Lumber Company has let a contract to Messrs. Kato, Brelthaupt & Co. for 2000 cords of wood. The committee know theee men to be absolute!)' reliable laboring men. and It is distinctly understood that if the spirit of this contract is carried out, that no more Japanese labor will be employed by the Sump ter Lumber Company. The committee finds that tho Sumpter Lum ber Company has always given the preference to white labor whenever the same could be had. The committee Is also Informed by the Sumpter Lumber Company that aa- soon as work is resumed, there will be no discrimina tion against the former employes owing to their connection with the recent labor move ment, but that they will be welcome to return to worl; for the company whenever there is any opening for them. Respectfully submitted. C. J.- JOHNS. TO KITCHEN, E. P. BERGMAN", J. P. HALLUND. J. W. COWDEX, Committee on Arbitration. Her Cache Was Robbed. GRANT'S PASS, Or.. May 14. Mrs. L S. Leonard, an aged lady, arrived in this clty'yesterday from Waldo, In the south ern part of the county, and Informed the officers she had been robbed of J1000. She and her son and two v hired men left Waldo by wagon. Through fear of being held up, Mrs. Leonard wrapped her money up In a roll of blankets and piled the blankets In with other goods. When she arrived here. It was found the roll had been opened somewhere along the road and the money taken. Only one of the hired men knew of the money In the blankets. Each plead their Innocence. Sheriff Lewis and assistants are work ing on the case, but arc unable to find any trace of the stolen coin. An Asra-ravatlas; Ceasra Cared. A customer of ours who had been suffer ing from a severe cough for six months bought two bottles of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy from us and was entirely cured by one and a half bottles of It. It gives perfect satisfaction with our trade. Wavnes. Parker & Co.. IJneville. Ala. For 1 sale by all drugglits. A LETTER AND ITS ANSWER. 3Ir. Iteaxaes Hears From a. Native Son. OREGON CITY. Or., May 14. SneciaU A. E. Reames, the Democratic nominee for Congress, will receive at least one let ter other than encouraging to his candi dacy. Since receiving the Congressional nomination rrom the Democrats. Mr. Reames has been circulating among the Native Sons ot the state personal letters In which he appeals to the members of that organization for their support in the coming election. one of these letters was mailed to S. A. D. Hungate, of Molalla, this county. Mr. Hungate evidently is not of the opinion that any fraternal society should be worked for the political advancement of any candidate, as the appended corre spondence Indicates. The circular letter of Mr. Reames to Mr. Hungate follows: Jacksonville. Or.. April 2S. Mr. S. A. D, Hungate, Oregon City, Or. (Confidential.) My Dear Sir and Brother: I suppose that one Na tive Son ought to feel free to speak to another even upon a matter of politics, even though he has no disposition to tue the order in any way. It now seems certain that I will receive the support of the Democrats, and of a very large number ot iiepuwicans. Many of the Republicans are writing to me that, inasmuch as the present House Is already elected, ana republican by a good majority. tney can assist me without a sacrifice of prtn clple. I would like an Indication from you as to how you feel- with reference to my candidacy. and you may be sure that whatever you do will meet with my approval. Sincerely and frater nally yours. A. E. REAMES. In reply Mr. Hungate today addressed the following letter to Mr. Reames: Molalla, Or., May 14. Hon. A. E. Reames. Jacksonville, Or. Dear Sir and Brother: In answer to your favor of the 2Sth ult. received a few days ago, would say that I am nroud that & brother Native Son has the necessary qualifications to be selected by the Democrats of the First Congressional District of Oregon to be their standard-bearer for National Renre- sentative, and, knowing as you stated in your letter, "that inasmuch as the present National House Is already elected and Republican by a good majority, they (many Republicans) caa assist me without a sacrifice of principle." and' knowing that may be true, can see no reason why these people of this district may not safe ly send you to Congress, as It would be !m possible for you to do any harm, or anything contrary to the Wishes of the present Admin' Istratlon. and as the climate of Washington. D. C, Is very bad for the health of Democrats at the present time, and knowing Southern Oregon to be the most salubrious climate on God's. green earth, I believe It to be my duty towards a brother Native Son not to have yea risk your precious health la such a climate u WashlBgton has, but to remain In Southern PATRIOTIC ADDRESS TO STUDENTS. President of Ashlaad Normal on Chances of Sncceim. JACKSONVILLE, Or.. May 14. (SpecIaL The Jacksonville High School gave a fine literary and musical entertainment at United States Hall Tuesday that reflected great credit- on Professor Washburn and his assistants. The efforts of Miss Stella M. Case-, .elocutionist, were received with applause. Professor 3. F-- Mnlkey, president of the Ashland Normal School, addressed the students. He said that every man in the United States Is a part of the Government If he chooses to be; that the power of the Government was In the sum of Its units, and that every unit possessed every priv ilege of every other unit, and that the poorest boy might reach the highest sta tion. He said this was the reason why tho people of the United States had grown so rapidly in wealth and power; that tal ent, whether found In high or low station, was sought out and utilized; that no man was under a ban who possessed honor, in tegrity and ability. Mr. Mulkey said that in Europe and on the Continent distinction and political cower were possible only to wealth and cast; that title was regarded as superior to talent, and that the line was drawn so sharply between rich and poor that It was not possible for the poor boy ever to reach a high station. He alluded at length to the greatnessxjf America and Its splen did citizenship, and said wo have reached a point where we wielded the financial and commercial scepter of the world, and that we would hereafter largely dictate its policy. -He said it was a grand and unique spectacle to witness the great nations of the earth stand back and await the action of the President of the United States In the aggressive action of Russia.' SHOT HIS FOSTEn-SON. Iasane Rancher- Then Pnts Ballet In His Ovrn Head. NORTH YAKIMA, Wash., May 14. (Special.) Henry Berg, a German rancher, aged 62 years, living two miles west of this place, killed his 6-year-old foster-son. Charles August Berg, at 5 o'clock this morning, and then committed suicide. He used an old-fashioned Remington rifle with a revolving cylinder, and after shooting the boy In the head placed the muzzle of the gun In his mouth and touched the trigger with his foot, the ball passing almost through his head. He was demented. Ho came here last February from Buf falo City, Wis., and bought a farm of 12 acres. He became homesick and despond ent. Mrs. Berg thinks the reason he bad for killing the boy was that he did not want him to fall Into other people's hands. SAM'L ROSENBLATT & CO. Corner Third and Merrlsen Sts. SAM'L ROSENBLATT & GO. " Cfraer Tklr4 aa4 Merrisaa Sts. CORRE A Timely Word About CT OUTING CLOTHES rbrtScKaffncr G Marx Hind Tailored Copyright 1903 by Hart SchaOner & Marx The twQ-piece aiiits of Summer-weight serges,tweeds, fancy cheviots, Scotch mixtures, tropical worsteds and DONEGAL HOMESPUNS Are the most suit able for warm weath er. Our complete exhibit is remark able for its extent, variety and unusual ly moderate prices. $7.50 to $18 held last evening, at which time It was decided appropriately to celebrate the Nation's natal day. A committee on subscription was appointed, and in a few hours today secured J500. The commit tee expects to secure about J600. It Is de- -tgned to make this the greatest celebra tion ever held in the city. Petition From Coos Connly. SALEM, Or., May 14-MSpeclal.) From far-off Coos County comes the first peti tion for the referendum on the Lewis and Cjark Fair bill. The petition, containing 116 signatures, was filed In the office of tho Secretary of State today. It la perhaps not surprising that Coos County people should take this action, for they are, for nearly all commercial purposes, a part of California. While Coos and Curry County would profit In no small degree from the holding of a great ccnlennial exposition In Oregon, those counties have less to expect than any other section of the state. Every other part of the state has direct and important commercial re lations with Portland, and will receive great benefit from the Exposition. The petition filed today was procured by M. Breuer, of Bandon. Nearly all the signers are residents of Coquille. Coun ty Clerk L. H. Hagard attached his cer tificate showing that the slgnera are all registered voters . of the county. of any of the incidents of the murder of his mistress, Lela Page. The defense does not admit that Clarke killed the- woman, but maintains that if he did it was in a fit of emotional Insanity. Search for 3IIsIng Youth. ASTORIA, Or., May 14. (Special.) A letter was received today from James Os borne, of Oxford, England, seeking In formation about his son William P.. J. Osborne, who for a time was in the em ploy of the Seaside Spruce Lumber Com pany, at Seaside. The young man, who la about 19 yeara of age, left Seaside short ly after March 1, and on the 7th of that month engaged a room at the Oriel Hotel, In this city, remaining, there- one night. The following morning he departed, leav ing his baggage at the hotel and saying that he would return in the evening. Since then nothing has been heard of him. As Osborne disappeared about the time there were so many shanghaiing cases here, It is thought that he was one of the victims. Trial of Mnltnomah Connty .Caae SALEM, Or.i May 14. (Special.) Tha Supreme Court has set the case of Gra ham vs. Merchant, from Multnomah Coun ty, for trial on Thursday, May 2S. Bids on Oregon City Servers. OREGON CITY., Or., May 14. (Special.) Council committee on streets and pub lic property this afternoon opened bide for the sewer to be constructed in Sewer District No. 3. There were a half dozen proposals, as follows: Lyons & Gadke, Oregon City, $20,448.55; E. W. RIner, Portland, $15,302.10; Jacob-son-Bade Company, Portland, $15,401.45; Smyth St Howard Company, Portland, $19, 004.45; F. "S. Baker & Mihlstlne, Oregon City, $19,079; Howell & Bitner, Oregon City, $18,119.27. A special meeting ot the Council will be held Friday, night, when the contract will be awarded. The specifications for tho eewer call for the excavating of about 10,000 cubic yards of earth. Swore at Fellow-Workman. OREGON CITY., Or., May 14. (Special.) August Schott was arrested this evening on a warrant charging him with using profane language. Ho will have a hear ing before Recorder Curry Friday. Carl HIemann is the complaining witness. Both men are employed in the paper mill where the difficulty occurred. Women Delegates From Dallas. INDEPENDENCE, Or May 14. (Spe cial.) The Lewis and Clark Club held a meeting last evening for the purpose of electing delegates to attend the state cori--ventlon. Over 50 members have, signed the rolL The delegates elected are: Mrs. A. J. Goodman, Mrs. J. E. Hubbard. Mrs. J. S. Cooper, Mrs. G. W. Kutch and Mrs. S. E. Owen. The ladles are very enthu siastic, and will bend every energy to make the Lewis and Clark Fair a suc cess. The citizens" of Independence are almost a unit in opposition -to having the refer endum .enforced regarding the LeKls. and Clark Fair. Dallas Salt Against Jarige Boise. DALLAS, Or., May 14. In the suit of the City of Dallas vs. Judge R. P. Boise, in which the former is endeavoring to ob tain a water main right of way through the property of the latter, and also seek ing to obtain a water supply from a moun tain stream running through the hitter's property, the defense yesterday filed a demurrer to the complaint Issued by the city, but the demurrer was overruled by Judge Burnett, and the case will come up for final hearing on. Monday, May ?5. Welser Will Celebrate the- Fearth. WEISEB; Idaho, May 14. (Special.) Weiser will celebrate the Fourth of July. A meeting ot the Commercial Club was Professes Ignorance of Mnrder. OLYMPIA, Wash., May 14.-(Special.)-The Clarke murder case went to the jury this evening. 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Dr. Walker's methods are regular and scientific He uses no patent nostras or recdy-made preparations, but cures the disease by thorough medical treatment. His -New Pamphlet on Private Diseases sent free to all men who describe their trouble. PATIENTS cured at home. Terms reasonable. All letters answered la Blaln envelop. Consultation free and sacredlv confidential. Call on or address DR. WALKER, -181 First Street, Corner Yamhill, Portland, Or. Is a Lady's Soap. Is a gentleman's soap. Is a soap for everybody who wants thar best toilet soap ever made. It improves the complexion. It softens theskin- It cures chapped bands and chapped lips. It cares pimples. - It cures sores. It cures babies and grown folks of all skin eruptions. It cores dandruff. It stops the hair from falling out. It makes the hair grow. It is the best shampoo made. It is ideal for shaving. It gives the glow of youth to sallow and dull complexions. It is more soothing than cold cream; more beautifying than any lotion or cosmetic. It is pure enougb to eat. ' Sold Everywhere, !5c. If your blood or liver is out of order or if you suffer with indigestion, yoa should take Munyon's Blood Cure and Munyon's Dyspepsia Care. The Slood Cure will eradicate all poisons from the system, and the Dyspepsia Cure .will give yo a good appetite and enable yoa to digesl everything you eat, thus making good, rich Wood. "These remedies ia coa xtectioa with Munyon's Witch-Hazel Soap will improve any comokxioB. Establish! 1823. WILSON WHISKEY. That's till 9CT "WTLTOW DISTILLING CO. Baltimore, MA. CONTRACTED DISORDERS OF MEN SHOULD BE CURED BY THE LEADING SPECIALIST DR. TALCOTT & CO. PORTLAND OFFICE,250K ALDER STREET SAN FRANCISCO OFFICS. U4 JfAJtXKT if. Strictly Reliable r