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18 . THE SUNDAY OREGOXIAN, PORTLAND, NOVE3IBER 26, 1916. BRONAUGH DENIES PROUTYWAS ENSAN E Attorney for Estate Makes Deposition Prior to Tak ing Eastern Trip, OPPOSING LAWYERS OBJECT Incidents Relating to . Will and Codicils Related Dying Man's Hand Guided in Signing Last Beqnest to Fiancee. denial that the late H. H. Prouty. former president of the Mazama Club, made any provisions of his will under undue influence was made by Jerry E. Bronaugh, his attorney and an ex eeutor of his will, in a. deposition honored for expert mountaineering. Mr. Prouty expected the honors, but had been handicapped by a foot injury. The engagement of Mr. Prouty to Miss Ellis first became known last Summer, said the witness. In August the Mazamas trekked to the Three Sisters, and Mr. Prouty and Miss Ellis were in the party. "At the evening campfires they sat at the extreme rear where the light was dim," testifed Mr. Bronaugh. Mr. Prouty led a climbing party, but left for Portland in a pique after a sleep less night due to a noisy crowd ot climbers and possible mental perturba tion. Mr. Bronaugh said he saw him in earnest conversation -with Miss Ellis before he left. Miss Ellis also left the party a little later with, another climber, and returned to the city." - Mr. Bronaugh said he did not see Mr. Prouty again until September 3, when he was summoned to the Good Sama ritan Hospital, after having been told by Mies Pearl Ellis, sister of Edith Ellis, , that Mr. Prouty had been Quite ill at the Ellis home. "I thought little of the serious Ill ness," said Mr. Bronaugh. "I heard Mr. Prouty had fainted on the way down from the mountains." "What do you want, chief?" Mr. Bro naugh said he asked Mr. Prouty. Bequest Left to Miss Ellis. "I want to leave "Sis a little some thing in my will," wa the reply. "Sis" was the name the Mazamas and Mr. Prouty had given Miss Ellis, explained Mr. Bronaugh. Accordingly, a codicil was drawn, bequeathing Miss Ellis a mortgage valued at $5000. "His hand was loose when he tried to sign the codicil, and I grasped his wrist and guided his hand as he wrote the name ''H. H. Prouty," " testified Mr. 'uin enn ' dip nrxn IilLuUli, nu, LOU Republican Feast Too Rich for Democratic Porker. MATE UPSETS MILK, LIVES Photograph Is All That Remains of Hoggish Iilttle Glutton Sent to Mrs. E. B. Hanley by East ern Oregon Persons. The two scrawny. Ill-nourished pork ers that were sent to Mrs. E. B. Hanley by some Eastern Oregonians were pho tographed Immediately after the demise of the one named Wilson. The two pigs arrived in a crate and were starving. So a big feed of rich milk from the Hanley ranch was given the pigs. Such good treatment overtaxed poor Wilson and he immediately expired. Marshall, being a perfect lady, ac cording to Mrs. Hanley. put both feet in tho pan and proceeded to spill all the milk. In a panic of fear that Mar- MEDFORD WOMAN WHO CAMPAIGNED FOR HUGHES AND THE DEMOCRATIC PIGS, NOW SO FAMOUS 1 It : K , v vT H , v, ' a. w r " ,' i J N t , ' ti " x . ' f i . a 3 i taken yesterday at his own request, to preserve the record should he not re turn from a contemplated Eastern trip. "The only suggestion I ever made was that it would not be a bad idea If he left his son a substantial remem brance," said Mr. Bronaugh. The son is Carl Reginald Prouty, of Kansas City, who was bequeathed $10,000, to be held in trust until he reaches the age of 35. He is now attempting to break the will of his father, which left the major portion of a $52,000 estate to the Salvation Army. Insanity, as proof of which alleged delusions of Mr. Prouty regarding his wife and son are recited by the con testant and his death by his own hand are pointed to, Is scouted by Mr. Bronaugh. "In my opinion Mr. Prouty "was a man of very strong and positive mind and will," he said. "There was never a time In my acquaintance when he did not possess perfect power of discrimi nation. There was never a question in my mind as to his sanity." Mr. Trouty Termed Sensitive. Mr. Prouty was extremely sensitive, therefore easily offended and a man of very jealous disposition, both with regard to men and women friends, de clared Mr. Bronaugh. The details of the suicide were not aisclosed. Mr. Bronaugh assert! he never knew that Mr. Prouty taKen poison until so informed attending physician. Dr. R. S. several days before the death. It is expected that light will be thrown on the suicide by the deposition of Miss r:dith Ellis, fiance of the late Mr. Prouty, to be made Monday. She is leaving the city Tuesday. It was at her home, report has it, that Mr. Prouty swallowed bl-chloride of mercury tablets and it is thought she may be able to give the reason for the act. Miss Ellis sat In the chambers of County Judge Cleeton during the taking of Mr. Bronaughts deposition yesterday, crying quietly at the re counting of Mr. Prouty's last days. She was to have married Mr. Prouty within a few days from the- date of his death, September 11, last. Son's Lawyers Object. The deposition was made at the de ' mand of Mr. Bronaugh over the objec tion of Attorneys James G. Wilson, George Guthrie and Geary & Boyd, who contended it was unnecessary and had no precedent in law. Earl C. Bronaugh questioned the witness. Jerry Bronaugh, who succeeded Mr. Prouty as president of the Mazama Club, Portland, firxt became acquainted with the deceased in 1909. Though he testified he had met him some time before, he said that the first extended conversation he had with Mr. Prouty was on a train between Seattle and Portland, in 1909. , Mr. Bronaugh- testified before Court Tieporter D. A. Norton that Mr. Prouty became confidential on that trip and told of domestic troubles, a divorce in the East after a bitter contest In which his wife was awarded $10,000, nnd an attempted reconciliation in Portland, which failed when he over heard his wife and his son discussing how best to get the most money from him. Mr. Prouty sometimes doubted that the boy was his own son, said Mr. Bronaugh. The first, will of Mr. Prouty was drawn up In 1911, when he was plan ning to go to the Orient. The provi sions were not discussed by Mr. Bronaugh. In 1911, Mr. Prouty was visited by Ruth and Gertrude Palmer, of South Framingham, Mass., and en joyed their stsy so much that in 1913 lie saw Mf. Bronaugh about a new will. In which the nieces would be left $5000 each. Son's Share Discussed. Mr. Bronaugh said that at that time he suggested that Carl, the son, not be forgotten in the will, and that Mr. Prouty answered that he knew nothing of th habits of the young man and was afraid he would go through the money quickly. Mr. Bronaugh said that he then suggested leaving some money for the young man to draw interest until he reached a certain age. Mr. Prouty did not discuss the matter further then, but the new wilj he wrote Included $10,000 for the son when the young man should reach the age of S3. He Is now 29. The revised will was signed January 15, 1913. Mr. Prouty first paid court to Miss Ellis, in the notice of Mr. Bronaugh luring the 1914 Mazama trip up Mount Rainier. His disposition was sunny or disgruntled during this trip, dependent upon the treatment he was receiving from the young woman, said Mr. Bro jnaugh. He asserted that Mr. Prcmty was much pnt out on this climb because younger man, Georze RiddelJL - was Bronaugh. Franklin F. Korell, law partner of Mr. Bronaugh, was a Wit ness. Mr. Bronaugh said he called on Mr. Prouty the three following days. On Wednesday, September 6, he asserted Dr. Fisher said to him, "Of course you know what is wrong with Mr. Prouty?" "I said I did not," asserted Mr. Bro naugh. "The doctor then said, 'He took mercurial poison with suicidal intent.' That was the first intimation f had that Mr. Prouty had attempted suicide." The next time Mr. Bronaugh saw Mr. Prouty was Monday, September 11, when he was dying. The witness read a carbon copy of a letter to the son, Carl, written Sep tember 16, and which never was deliv ered, as it was misdirected. In this he mentioned the $10,000 legacy as a com promise, and referred to Mr. Prouty's "strange ideas about your mother and yourself that I always believed were unjustified." Later letters were also read, in which .the son was informed of the bequest. ' "I had absolutely nothing to do with suggesting any codicil to Mr. Prouty's will, and the only hint I made at the signing of the last codicil was that he still retain his gift to his son," con cluded Mr. Bronaugh. v ere not . iiMD PIONEER PASSES MRS. ELIZABETH JANG WALDROK, 87, BURIED AT OREGON CITV. Life In Oregon Dates to 1S53 and 13 Children, S3 Grandchildren Among; Descendants. OREGON CITY, Or., Nov. 25. (Spe cial.) The funeral services for -the late Mrs. Elizabeth Jane "Waldron, prominent Oregon pioneer and widow of Samuel Waldron, also early Oregon pioneer, were- held from the home of Mrs. Waldron November 12 and were largely attended. The services were conducted by Rev. J. W. McCallum, t; CM":- X, Mrs. Elizabeth Jane Waldron, Pioneer of 1852, Wlfco Passed ' Away Recently at Oregon City, Aged 87. pastor of the Congregational Church Interment was in tho family lot la iuountam view- cemetery. Mrs. Waldron was born at Evans vllle, Ind., March 29. 1829, and was married to Charles Hancock in Iowa when 17 years old. In 1852 she start ed with her husband and three cMl dren by oxteam for Oregon and whll. on this trip a . son was born to Mrs. Hancock. After arriving at Troutdale Mr. Hancock and one of the children were taken ill and after a few days' iiiness oiea ana tney were buried near where the family, was camped. Mrs. Hancock started with' her three chil dren the following Spring for Oregon City, where - she took up a donation land claim. She later met and married bamuei waiaron, who had four small children. Ten children were born to Air. ana Mrs. Walrdon. Mrs. Waldron Is survived by 13 "chil dren. 63 grandchildren and a number ox great-grandchildren. shall, too, would die before he hardly lived, Mrs. Hanley at once had her young son. Junior E. B.. take kodak picture of the deceased Wilson and his little friend Marshall. These were sent In a letter to a personal rriend in Portland, who gave them to The Oregonian. , EASTSIDE LEVY 9 MILLS City Has $2 30 0 on Hand, butCoun Cil Goes Ahead on Assessment. MARSHFIELD, Or.. Nov. 25. (Spe cial.) The City of East Side adopted Its budget for the year 1917 and 6et its levy at 9 mills, which will furnish the municipality about $2100. The city now has on hand about $2300 and sev eral property holders made a request inai no levy De made for 1917. It was claimed by some of the Council that under the new law the city might be unable to collect sufficient taxes in mis lr they allowed one assessment to pass by. The Council Intended making the levy 10 mills, but reduced it to 9 on the showing made by property holders. The city caucus, held on the same evening, . made nominations for four Councilmen and Recorder. Trpm.r,r and Constable. The .candidates were: or Councilmen, R. T. Whitty, W. L. Jalker, H. Hunt and M. A. MoLacrnti - or Recorder, C. P. Keating: for Treas urer, W. F. Byerly; for Constable. Anna Breen Sylvester McGrlff and Roy Robertson. SHEEPMEN HOLD MEETING Vaklma Conference Acts on Federal Grazing Charge Notice. NORTH YAKIMA. Wash., Nov. 25. (Special.) Sheepmen from different parts of the state, in conference with Forest Supervisors Sylvester and Mc Danlels, replied to the .official notice of the Government's Intention to dou ble the grazing charges with a recom mendation that the increase be made 60 per cent. They also appointed committees to act in tho different National forests to advise the supervisors regarding es tablishment of trails to and from ship ping points and watering places. Reg istering" of sheep brands was advo cated and establishment of a rule re quiring all brands used on the same reserve to b'e distinotive. Clatsop Bridges Inspected. SEASIDE. Or.. Nov. 25. (Special.) The County Court of Clatsop County has put in several days this week WE Jo read this announcement? 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The most interesting and important con dition that this store shall have to counteract is the scheming and exaggerated prices of many dealers in pianos, who TRUST SIMPLY TO ADVERTISING and to various de vices to TEMPT the public to buy. 77ke KNABE for 79 Yearn the "World' Best Piano" WHEN WE ADVERTISE A PRICE an inducement to a customer, it means' that we have entered into an agreement with a re liable piano manufacturer to make for us a piano to sell AT A SPECIAL PRICE which' would be in all respects worthy of our unrestricted guarantee. MONDAY WE INAUGURATE OUR HOLIDAY SALE With a showing of ALL NEW Pianos Reliable Pianos Worthy Pianos Rep utable Pianos Pianos that carry our absolute guarantee As a further inducement we extend to you two and a half years time in which to make your payments. In addition, at any time within two years you may exchange your piano at the original price, without any loss or sacrifice whatsoever, for a higher-priced piano or a Knabe. $142.00 Genuine mahogany and mission oak finish up right piano, with full metal plate, brushed tun ing pins, coppered base, full continuous hinge and good responsive action. Following Are $167.00 Flemish oak finish, up right piano, nickeled tun ing pins, full metal plate, coppered base and ivory keys. Guaranteed for ten years. the Sale Prices: $197.00 Massive case upright piano, pleasing design, suitable for any home. Fully warranted in every way. $243.00 B e a u tif ul mahogany and polished oak cases in 1917 models. Light, re sponsive action and beau tiful tone. Guaranteed for a lifetime. LITTLE CASH OUTLAY NECESSARY, TERMS TO SUIT YOUR CONVENIENCE Your purchase is protected by an established reputation of over fifty years, and by guarantees, service and advantages that are distinctive with this store. Seventh Floor cJ"Merchandise of J Merit Only Seventh Floor o needs of the improved roads and bridges in this vicinity, with the view of placing them in first-class condi tion for the coming season. Two bridges across the Necanlcum. both within the city limfts, are now closed to traffic on account of their dangerous condition. 0. A. C. CO-ED TO NURSE Miss Ruby A. Thomas Will Join Red Cross in England. OREGON AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE!. Corvallis, Nov. 24. (Special.) In order that she may serve her native land. Miss Ruby A. Thomas, of Victoria, B. C, a student in domestic science and art at the Oregon Agricultural College, will leave Corvallls tomorrow for her home. and after a short visit there will go on December 9 for Liverpool to enter the Red Cross service ot the British array as a nurse. After seven months of preparation she expects to be sent to the front. Miss Thomas speaks French, and will endeavor to become connected with the British, army in France. Centralian Gets Post. CENTRALIA. Wash.. Nov. I5 (Spe cial.) Charles Hoss, Jr., son of Justice of the Peace Charles Hoss, will be chief deputy in the Lewis County Clerk's office under Mrs. Cora Black, who was elected Clerk at the recent election. Mrs. Black announced the appointment yesterday. Mr. Hoss now is a member of the faculty of the Kims High School. len. dean of the school of Journalism at the University, formal Instruction in Journalism will soon be taught In the schools of Brasil. The assistance of the Oregon school Is asked on behalf Of the Associacao Braztlelrs, de Im pronsa (tje Brazilian Press Associa tion) by A. L. Moreau Gottschalk, American Consul-GeneraL Lewis Schools to Debate. CENTRALIA. Wash.," Nov. 15. (Spe cial.) Four debates will be h"ld by the newly organized Lewis County De bating League. The dates lor the ar guments were announced yesterday as December 16. January 20, February 10 and March S. The subject for debate will be the question of military train ing in the high schools. The schools represented In the league are Dryad. Pe Ell. Doty, Chehalis. Klaber. Napa vlne, Wlnlock. Toledo and Vadar. Swltserland In June sad July had lh heaviest, moit coatlnuous rains known for bO years. Brazil to Teach Journalism. UNIVERSITY OF OREGON. Eugene. Nov. 25. (Special.) According to a making a critical examination of the on to New Tork, from where she will sail letter recently received by Eric W. AN Advertising Is the Merchant's Word of Honor If you will take a reputable merchant's "Word of Honor" that his merchandise is exactly as represented, you will believe his advertisements. Advertisements are coming to be founded on integrity and written on honor. That is why, as a rule, they "ring true." ( This Bureau is maintained by reputable advertisers to tell the public the Truth about advertising and advertisers. 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