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4 ttXJS SUNDAY OREGOXIAN. PORTLAND. FEBRUARY 27, 1910. cl ; ( NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PUNCHE&S WHO &ODE P,VfOUS TO taso OF CATTLE . 1 1 1 f : r -r , V - l ' - " ; 1 1 1 1 ? ' fir r f J ' . - - v$lJ 1 ' II t J' "... " .- f 4U lb ' - , " - , U A GROUP of old-time cattlemen met in the office of "Charley" Hurt man, state livestock inspector of Colorado, while the National Live stock Association was In session a year ago. Every one in the bunch was an old-time cowboy, and, after an hour or two had been spent rn telling- thrill-, lng stories of the range life in the days of the Western. cattle Icings, one of the ex-cowpunchers suggested form ing a National body ot old-time cow boys. The idea made Instant appeal to the imagination of every man present. "We'll make this thing Just for the old-timefs," said "Billy" Fitch, who, in his conventional civilized garb would not be recognized as one of the most picturesque cowpunchers that ever threw a leg over a saddle In the hey day of- the cattle business in Wyoming, early in the '80s. ; !"toii bet, that's right," chimed In nother of the ex-knights of the lariat. J'None of the modern imitation punch ers ought to be allowed to horn into this corral. , It's for cowboys and not hay-forkers, so I move that nobody bo eligible to membership unless he can prove" he rode the range prior to 1890." So an organization was formed, called the Cowboys' Reunion, and It was made a National affair. A few weeks ago. when the National Livestock Associa tion again held its annual meeting in Denver, it was found that the idea of a National association had caught like wildfire among the cowboys scattered throughout the country. Charles Hart man, of Denver, who was elected sec retary and treasurer of the organiza tion, reported that several hundred members had been added, and that oth ers were writing from nearly every state in the Union, and were proving their eligibility and being admitted to membership. In another year the or ganization of ex-cowboys will number several thousand members, and then It Is planned to have several roundups that will be roundups. The meetings will be held as adjuncts to the Nation al Livestock meetings, and there will be cowboy entertainments In the day time, and enough story-telling among the members In the evening to make several books like "The Virginian." Eugene Williams., of Greeley, Colo., an old-time - broncho buster, is president of the organization of cowpunchers, and other officers have been selected from the charter membership. C' v --vwr"" .::-:..:-:-:.:-, . . -s . -: - 'v U-W ' ' --:W i..-'. fc .v: . ' : v. ' J mmmmsmm 11 - - v i ft 1 If the new organization secures half the men who made their start in the West as eowboys. it will have a distin guished membership. The old-time cowboys were of the righj kind of metal, as time has proved. Ninety per cent of them have "made good" in whatever occupation they have taken up. Some of them have become Nation al figures in literature and art. Andy Adams, who rode, the range in the early days of the cattle industry in Texas, has-' written vital wonts of fiction deal Ins: with, the cowTiuncher era. Adama Is at present at Colorado Springs, hard i Ior tho SbStx, but for the freedom and at work on a fowboy book for Juvenile enjoyment the life held out to them, readers. He has had a remarkable ! There never was a business half so rough career since he trailed the last bunch ' Bnd wlld and Picturesque. Its very bcgin- of cattle north of Texas. He tried min- nlns was a romance. It began in Texas, work lfl much different from cow-punching in many particulars, but . required even greater skill in riding and with the lariat. Gollings' talent began to find ex pression several years ago in paintings of Western scenes. ' He has developed wonderfully in recent years, and his pictures are now familiar' to magazine readers throughout the -country. Like ltussell, he is self-taught in large meas ure, and works as did the late Frederic Remington, in the field. Among the solid business men of the WTest, ' ex-cowboys are legion. One will find that vthe leading citizens in almost any. -Western town once punched cows. And it does not take much inquiry to elucidate the fact, either, as the ex-cow-puncher is proud of his old calling. He likes to bring up the subject of the old cattle days, and he would rather talk of those times than of banking or whatever line of business he happens to be in. Immense fortunes were made in the early days of the cattle industry, but most of the cowboys who quit the game were poor men. They did not go into it lng in Cripple Creek, and made and lost a fortune. Then, one night, when he was "uead broke," he witnessed a performance of Hoyt's "A Texas Steer." He thought, as he left the theater, that if the people liked a Texas cattle story that was so far from real life, maybe they would like the real article. So he wrote "The Log of a Cowboy," which leaped to the first place in American literature dealing with the cowboy period. This classic was followed by several other books, and now Andy Ad ams is a-;name that spells popularity In fiction. Another ex - cowpuncher who has made a great name is Charley Russell, of Great Falls, Mont. Russell is one of the few of the old guard to maintain his picturesque appearance. He found out he could draw, when he was just a "kid" cowpuncher in" the Judith Basin country, Montana. He worked at the roundup campfire nights, and soon the fame of the "cowboy artist" began to spread. Eventually he attracted the attention of magazine editors, and now he is a National figure, and is looked upon as one of the greatest interpreters of early-day life among the cowboys and Indians. Of late years Russell has turned his attention to story-writing, and the result is a fascinating combi nation, for he writes as well as ha draws, and his stories are so rich in the picturesque idiom of the cattle camp tnat one feels their reality in every line. Up In Sheridan, Wyo., is another "cow boy artist," W. B. Gollings, who used to bo a "tiger" for the F. U. F. horse outfit on the Yellowstone, in Montana. Gollings never worked for a cow outfit, but ho was brought up on a horse ranch. The two or three years after the Civil War. The ranchmen in that state had been un able to 6ell their product while the strug gle was on. and as a result their cattle ran wild on the unfenced prairie range for seven or eight years. It was estimat ed In 1S67 that there were 1.000,000 wild cattle in Texas. Shrewd cattlemen soon realized the advantage of rounding up these "mavericks," branding them and trailing them to northern markets. In this way the cattle business was started in the South. Great herds were trailed to Dodge City and Abilene, Kan., at the end of the railroad systems, to be shipped to eastern markets. Other herds were trailed north through Colorado, Wy oming and Montana, and others were trailed across the Rockies to California. The Great West became a network of cattle trails. Herds were drifting across the Western country in all directions in charge of bronzed cowboys. Markets were opened north, east and west. Cat tlemen established ranches in the various Western states, and from the nucleus of maverick-branders in Texas there grew the great cattle Industry that was the leading industry in the West for a gener ation. . ' There was a great demand for cowboys in those days, but not every young man could fill the bill. One might be able to ride and still not have the "sabe" for the tow business. 'There's one great difference between the old-time cowpuncher and the cow boy of today," said a veteran saddle man. "Every old-time cowboy that I knew -was a thorough cattleman. He did not think his work was ended when he demonstrated that he could ride a horse and rope a steer. He knew cattle better than college professors know their books. He knew every whim of a steer. He knew the weight and value of an animal by looking at it, and, if the foreman was absent or sick, any cowboy in the bunch could buy or sell cattle right off the reel and make no mistake. They didn't know anything else but the cattle business, and they didn't want to' know anything else. They were thinking cattle, dreaming or waking. There was only one business In the world for them, and they were insulted if you suggested mixing in a little farming or anything else. But nowadays the cowboys are simply farm hands, who do a little riding and branding in the Spring and Fall." The cattlemen of the old days had their peculiar customs, that were due to differences of location. A cowboy who was new to a cow camp could be "sized up" by his garb or his trappings. There were "center fire" men, as op posed to double-cinch men that is cowboys who preferred a single cinch saddle to the double cinch variety. The men from the South generally used many Spanish words in their vocabu lary. They called the horse herd the "remuda," while the Northern men knew it as the "cavvy." The Nevada cowpunchers were the "dudes" of cattle-land. They went In for silver mounted trappings and bright 'ker chiefs, and made a gay figure on the plains. . There were various kinds of stirrup covers, or tapideros, and all of them served as distinguishing marks. In general, however, the profession was the same. The methods used in break ing horses, in cutting out cattle at the roundup, in branding and trailing, were practically alike. The minor shades of difference were to be distinguished only by members of the craft, but the signs were numerous and infallible. Today it would be Hard to recognize among the conventionally garbed "lead ing citizens" of Western communities, the picturesque cattle punchers of yes terday. In ' most instances they are not even wearing the broad-brimmed white hats that are supposed to be the insig nia of cattlemen, and high-heeled boots are unknown to them. But the light of reminiscence will kindle in their eyes when the subject of cowboy life Is called up, and a good story is sure to be forthcoming. The annual roundups of their National assoociation will be well worth attending, especially after the cowboy songs like "The Dying Cow boy" and "Sam Bass" have been sung, and .the story-telling begins. Denver, Colo., Feb. 14. Insane asylum, Albert H. Beall, an Insurance agent of this city, is a pa tient in a local hospital, his sanity ap parently restored. In a maniacal rage, Beall had closed with his guard, and in the ensuing struggle the madman was shot, the bullet cutting a deep furrow along the side of his head. He dropped, his head striking the floor with great force. He was unconscious when picked up. When revived later Beall was unable to remember the events of the hours preceding, and since the shooting has exhibited no symptoms of insanity. The attending physicians have been asked to observe him closely, and If he appears to be of sound mind he will be released from custody. Army Notes VANCOUVER BARRACKS, Feb. 26. (Special.) For the purpose of deter mining the resisting power of concrete against the heavier projectiles used in the artillery President Taft has or derd an extensive test to be made at Sandy Hook, New York, next month. It has been arranged to have immense concrete targets, made' Into shapes re sembling fortifications of different classes, and these fired at by the great 12-inch guns. The projectiles used each' weigh over 1000 pounds and the test will be most complete. That it Is considered to be of the highest Importance to the service is the opinion of all experts at the great er forts on the coast defense. It is said that concrete has a greater resist ing power than stone and that should a shell hit the smooth surface of a wall" a breach would necessarily re sult. The officers detailed for the board are well known and each has served for some time on the General Artillery Board of the Army. The Secretary of War -has selected for officers to conduct this test: Colonel Charles Bailey, Coast Artil lery Corps; Major Richmond P. Davis, Major John L. Hayden, Major Andrew Hero, Major Frank W. Coe, Major R. E. Callan, Captain Percy P. Bishop, Captain Jesse C. Nicholls Captain Ed ward C. Carpenter. Colonel Valery Havard, Assistant Surgeon, has been placed on the re tired list of the Army officers by the President. Colonel Havard is one of the most prominent men in medical circles of the army. He has seen ac tive service in the Indian campaigns, the Spanish-American war. the Philip pine Insurrection and the Moro trouble. He graduated from the University of New York in 1869 and after two years' study abroad he entered the army. The entire service regrets this retirement. Colonel Havard was retired on his own request, having completed the 30 years' service as a commissioned officer. The following promotions In the Coast Artillery Corps have been made by the President: To Colonel, Lieutenant-Colonel Fred erick March; to. Lieutenant-Colonel, Major Henry Davis; to Major, Captain Gordon C. Heiner; to Captain, First Lieutenant Stanly S. Ross; to First Lieutenant, Olin H. Longlno. Major General Leonard Wood has been detailed by the President to re port upon the defenses of the Pan ama Canal. A board of officers from the gen eral staff has been appointed by The Secretary of War to inspect the dif ferent military departments of the country. Detail for the Board: Cap tain Michael J. Lenlhan, Captain Peter C. Harrte. Captain P. D. Lechridge, Captain Benjamin T. Simmons. Lieutenant-Colonel Ormond M. Lls sak Ordnance Department, has been retired at his own request after 30 years' service. The following promotions from the infantry branch of the Army have been made by the President: To Major, Captain Stephen M. Hackney, Sixth Infantry; to Captain, First Lieutenant James R. KImbrough, Twenty-seventh Infantry; to First Lieutenant, Ben F. Ristine, Twenty-first Infantry; George R. Guild, Thirtieth Infantry; Stuart A. Hammond, Thirtieth Infantry; John F. Franklin, Seventh Infantry; William C. Russell, Eighth Infantry. Colonel John W. Pulliman, Assistant Quartermaster-General has been re tired from active service, having com pleted 30 years' . commissioned duty. Captain George W. Martin, Eigh teenth Infantry, has been promoted to Major and granted a two months' leave of absence. Major-General William H. Carter, who is now In the Philippines, has been ordered home by the President to take his position on the General Staff of the Army. Captain Charles S. Farnsworth, Sev enth .Infantry, has been transferred by the President to the Fifteenth Infan try, and Captain Harry Smith, Fif teenth Infantry, has been transferred to the Seventh. WAGON FACTORY OPENED Dayton Xow Has Three Plants That Manufacture Vehicles. DAYTON. Wash., Feb. 26. (Special.) Wagon and carriage manufacturing is Dayton's newest industry. Wilhelm Selle has erected a plant and will em ploy seven or eight men throughout the year. Over $25,000 Is now Invested In the business and the' plant will be enlarged. Mr. Selle today contracted for the manufacture of 20 farm wagons for delivery in the early Spring-. He also received an order this wees: for several vans, trucks and delivery wag-, ons from a Spokane company. These are to be delivered soon. , Dayton now boasts three wagon fac tories employing upwards of 20 men. The estimated capital invested is $50. 000. The order placed with Selle to day Is- the largest ever received by a local firm. Selle recently came to Day ton from Germany where his father has operated one of the largest wagon fac tories in that country for 50 years. WE ARE OPEN SUNDAYS FROM 10 A. M. TO 2 P. M. ONLY The movement of the drifting ice of the "Far North Is ahont two miles a day. ! akin s- a i i itiA r a r rc 43 BULLET CURES INSANITY Patient Shot by Guard of Sound Mind When He Recovers. OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., Feb. 26. As a result of a bullet wound in the head, received when he attacked the guard who was taking him to the AND CALLING CARDS ROSHT0NB Buchanan Bldg, Wash. St, Bet 4th S 5th jiifn"infr""fj",fhi'iiiiiniiiinii"ii,rt""" Superfluous Hair PERMANENTLY Removed No electric needle to disfigure the face or poisonous dissolvent to ruin the skin, if you use Madame Brown's Hair Extractor, which null? the hair out by the roots, thus destroying: the root or hair bulb without injury to the MOST i DELICATE 8KIX and practically painless. Women, when you are tired of shaving; t with powders, liquids, dissolvents, creams and other rub-on preparations, use said j you have been cultivating by trimming; the tops. Pro. by U. S. Patent. Price by mall f 1 . Address The Hardlnes Co.. 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MEN AND WOMEN SPECIAL STUDENT BRACES FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN We have in stock many makes and styles of Shoulder Braces in tended for all manner of cases. We can supply a brace that will fit, wear and give satisfaction at a moderate cost. Experienced lady and gentleman fitters give prompt and courteous attention to all callers. Private Fitting Rooms. LARGEST TRUSS STOCK IN THE WEST FOUNTAIN PENS Sold on Ten Days' Trial. WATERMAN'S CONKLINS PARKER'S Every Fountain Pen, Sold by Us Is Guaranteed. YOU TAKE NO CHANCES. If the pen doesn't write to suit you, return it and we will make it right. PENS FILLED FREE. CANADIAN MONEY TAKEN AT FULL FACE VALUE HERE LARGEST POPULAR PRICED DRUG STORE IN AMERICA DON'T SAY I AM SORRY, We Give You FA R WAkMMs ATTEND THIS RAIN COAT SALE EVEN IF YOU DON'T BUY Six Days More LAST WEEK Six Days More GOODYEAR RAINCOAT CO. Forced Out of Business! Landlord Notifies Us He Will Take Possession March 6 Read This Letter, It Tells the Story: Thousands have already taken advantage daring the past week of the greatest sensational Raincoat Bargain Event ever witnessed in the City of Portland. Never, never before has it been possible to buy Raincoats or Overcoats at such prices as prevail at this foreed-out-of-trasiness sale. Beginning Monday morning at 8 o'clock will mark a week of sensational selling that will prove a boon to every man and woman in need of a Raincoat. Stock Condensed Into 10 Great Lots Look for YeUow Price Tags Goodyear Raincoat Co., 225 Morrison St., Portland, Or., Feb. 21, 1910 Gentlemen : Your letter of 18th inst. at hand. We posi tively must have possession by March 6, and request you to vacate by that date. Yours truly, People's Amusement Co., Inc. FOR WOMEN Sizes 32 to 44 Lot 1 Ladies' rubberized Scotch Coats, $15.00 val- CC 1C ues, priced at PJXJ Lot 2 Ladies' silk rubberized Mohairs, $18.00 J7 Of values, at P " Lot 3 Ladies' all-wool tailored Cravenettes, $22.00 1Q Qfk values PH.IU Lot 4 Ladies' beautiful silk Waterproofs and all-wool Crav enettes, values to 1 f Af $25.00, at pXV7.-F Lot $ Ladies' imported fabrics and models, $30.00 to $50.00 val ues, at $19.90, $10 Af $15.30 and pl.tU SEE BARGAIN TABLE No. 1 Ladies' Cravenetted Bain coats, odd sizes, values up to $15, at $4.95 Ladies ' silk Opera Capes, w a ter proof, $25 values, at $12.40 Men's and ladies' rubber Auto Coat Shirts, $10.00 val ues, at $5.20 Boys' rubber Coats, 10 to 16, snap buckle, $5.00 values, at $2.80 English Slip-Ons For men and wo men, $20 and $25 values, at $11.40 $12.90 GIRLS' STORM CAPES With stormhoods, $4.00 values, at $1.80 FOR MEN Sizes S2 to 48 Lot 6 Men's $15.00 Raincoats, worsted fabrics, CC Qrt priced at pO.7U Lot 7 Men's $1S.00 to $20.00 stylish Cravenettes, with or with out auto collar, iQ Af -priced at P7.TtV Lot 8 Men's $20.00 to $25.00 fine worsted Cravenettes piiced audi11:40.. . . $10.30 Lot 9 $25.00 to $35.00 superb quality Craven- "t O 1 C ettes at.. ."PIO.IO Lot 10 Men's stylish Cravenette Dress Coats, $35.00 to $50.00 val ues, priced at 5 1 I 7A $16.30 and tplft. U Store has been closed to ar range entire stock for quick selling. Look for yellow price tags. OODYE RAINCOAT COMPANY 225 MORRISON ST., BET. 1ST AND 2D STS. IL We thank the public for their liberal patron age, and we look forward to extending- a hear ty invitation to all, next Sep tember, in our new and per manent home.