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P lot ttitailer. . v. Vol. XXXVI ROSEBURG, DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1904. No. 11 MAD'Pl A M C FOR fiNE CONff CTIONERY and ICE CREAM PARLORS trusts, tanoies, takes, ries, Doughnuts and fresh Bread Daily g Portland Journal Agency. Hendrick's Block, Opp. Depot tl. J. NORHAN & Co. Prop. 35 FARMERS' CASH STORE, Q. A. WOOD & CO, Props DEALER IN Staple ane Fanc' Groceries. Highest Price paid for county produce. Fresh bread dairy,- Your Patronage is respectfully solicited. Private Free Delivery to All Parts of the City TROXEL BLOCK QPP PASSENGER DAPOT Ou 1 I Bring Us Your GHIGKEHS, BUTTSB, FOR CKSH OR TRHD! I J. F. Barker &Co j SST-OiZiZXjZEIS ETC., S. K. SYKES. Roseburg, - Oregon Hints to-Housewives. Half the battle in good cooking is to have good FRESH GROCERIES And. to get them promptly when you order them. Call up Phone No. 181 for good goods and good service. C. W. PARKS & CO. J. SLSWeatherby T. A. Bury D. L. Martin Roseburg; Real Estate Co- Farm and Timber Land Bought and Sold Taxes Paid for Non-Residents. Timber Estimates a Specialty. List your proper ty with us. ' csaJ A LARGE LOT OF SPRAY MATERIAL At Marsters' Drug Store A CAR LOAD OF SULPHUR Will Be Nominated by Acclamation. S oi-lnl Corrcspondem-o. T ho nomination of tlto President by acclamation is freely predicted. AH talk of opposition appears to have dis appeared. Indiana, which was claimed to be a stronghold of Hunuui.-m and sec ond to Ohio in its loyalty to the Ohio senator, now occupies a lofty place ou thu Roosevelt notch-stick. Iudiana pol iticians and statesmen have been ap pearing at the White House in numbers in the last few davs with encouiage meut to the President. Representative Landis, who was twitted in the House by the Democrats a few days ago with the fact that ho had not had such friend ly feelings for the President in the past, was cordially received and congratu lated upon his speech in thu House. On Friday there was a further gather ing of Hoosiers. Representatives Hem enway, Watson and Brick went to the bite House as an escort to James P. Goodrich, chairman of the Republican fcfcite committee of Indiana, and Harry Starr, chairman of the executive com mittee of the state organisation. They did not remain with the President long, but they left no doubt in his mind of Indiana's intention to send real Roosc velulolegates to the national convention. benalor Hopkins of Illinois, and Sen ator Cullom, besides various other Illi nois Republicans, have told the Presi dent that no one else is thought of in that btate. Senator Long of Kansas, a closo friend and adviser of the President, has noth ing hut positive ideas about what Kau sas will do, and has so informed the President. Representative Bartholdt of Missouri joined in the general chorus of today, although he has heretofore told the President that Missouri is a Roosevelt state. Representative Littauer of New York dropped in on the Presideent and added to what he has already said that New York will send a solid, harmonious Roosevelt delegation to the convention. It is believed now that the New York delegation will be made up largely of close, personal friends of the President, and there will not be a man in the dete ction who would have even a thought of deserting him. Representative Greene of Massachu setts spoke to the President about the con tinned admiration the Massachusetts Republicans have for him and referred to resolutions of indorsement passed by the Central Republican club of Fall River a few nights ago. Even the territories are" talking in the same voice. Delegate McGuire of Okla homa called with C. M. Cade, chairman of the Republican organization of Okla homa, Col. H. E. Haven oj Enid and others. Thev cave the' President the j;Iad hand, promlted him Oklahoma's entue vote, and went away pleased. The President nally did a large day's business in recehing prospective dele gates, but he had little to say himself, not discussing politics in any shape. Of course, he thanked his friends and call ers for their kind expressions. Despite his determination not to discuss politics and the election, it is impossible to avoid the frit-udly assurances of ad mirers. "Minnesota1 will not instruct her dele gation to the Chicago convention for Piesident Roosevelt, but the entire mid dle West will be practically a unit for him in the convention. I will go fur ther and say that Minnesota .will. go for Roosevelt with the biggest Republican majority in its history." The abovo statement was nude at the Waldorf-Astoria by P II Shevlin, Republican national committeeman from Minnesota, and a lumber dealer of Minneapolis. 'You can quote me as saying," said Mr. Shevlin, "that over 25 per cent of Minnesota's Democratic vote will be cast for Roosevelt, and that a conserva tive estimate of the majority figures it at over 75,000. The sentiment in the middle West is all for Roosevelt." Congressman J. Adam Bede of Dulutb who spoke at the dinner of the heralded as the "new wit of Congress," expressed similar view. He said : "I am a personal friend of Senator Hanna. I regard him as a tremendous ly big and able man, but he or no other man could hope to bo nominated in place of Theodora Roosevelt. TURN NO 00 8E THE 0008 OF WAR RUSSIAN DIPLOMATIC FIASCO OVER AND WAR RESULTS WHO SHALL IT BE. J. H. Booth to be Romoved as Receiv er if He Will Not Resign. iTHE JAPANESE ENVOY' LEAVES ST. PETERSBURG AND THE RUSSIAN AMBASSADOR LEAVES TOKIO. Thirty Dead In Desert. Of Superior Quality j'f.'iil'-MCSIIWP If you want to buy a. farm If you want . furnished rooms If you want to buy- a house If you want to rent a house if you want to build a houso. If you want to move a house If yon don't know PAT Call on or tldrBS . Reeebnrp Oregon. BSE I Your Ranches aa.i Timber Ltl&l Lands with me. : : : : R. R. JOHNSON, I HAVE EASTERN 'CUSTOMERS OFFICE IN AURK- BLOCK, AND CAN SOIL ROSEBURG. OR. Tllirty dead bodjes of men who have perished on the Nevada desert from thirst and hunter have been found by a party of surveyors who are in advance of the new San Pedro, Los Vegas to the California line. The victims met death within the last few weeks, according to all evidence ob tained and the condition of the remains when discovered. The men perished while attempting to cross the waste area that stretches a distance of eighty miles from Los Vegas to the California lino. In most instances the bodies LTavo been partly eaten by coyotes and buz zards to such an extent as to be beyond recognition. The majority of the vi& tims were railroad laborers. The thirty bodies just reported were all found within a radius of one-quarter of a mile around "dead man's well," the only water in the entire desert. Perfect Confidence. Where there used to be a feeling of uneasiness and worry in the household when a child showed symptoms of croup there is now perfect confidence. This is owing to the uniform success of Cham' berlain's Cough Remedy in the treat menl of that disease. Sirs. M. I. Bps ford of Poolesville, Md., in speaking of her experience in the use of that reme dy Eays : "I have a word of confidence In Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for I have used it with perfect success. JJy child Garland is sjibject to severe nt tacks of cruup and' it alwayB gives him prompt relief." For sale by A. C. Mur ster& Co. Tokio, Feb. 7 It is 'clear that diplomatic rela tions between Japan and Russia have beon broken. Barou De Rosen, Russian minister, is expected to de part in a few days. Populace is not aware of diploma tic proceedings, and although it is generally known the country is on the eve of war, people await thecjdsh with the same calmness that marked their demeanor in preliminary stages ofAhe controversy. St. Petersburg, Feb. 7 Japanese minister, M. Kuriuo, is preparing to leave St. Petersburg. The Russian reply has been handed to the Japanese govern ment by JSaron De Rosen, Russian minister at Tokio. Paris, Feb. 7 Public attention is riveted on the ominous war cloud hanging over the far east, and newspapers reflect. the public feeling that war is very near at hand, only the most conservative maintaining that pacific solution is possible. It is noticeable that those having government relations take discouraging views. M. Leroy Beaulieu, eminent author and authority on Russia and the far east, on being asked what he thought of Russia's controversy with Japan, he made the following reply: "In the event of war I am convinced that neither party will be able to conquor the other, Russia will not be able to penetrate into Japan and administer a conclusive and lasting overthrow, and Japan will be equally be unable to penetrate into Russia and give a lasting effect to any temporary triumphs." St. Petersburg, Feb. 7. The scene of Russo Japanese negotiations has shifted and now Rus?ia waits for Japan to see how her latest word is to be re ceived.. As each communication has passed between capitals of contesting powers the situation has become more tense, until it is now feared diplomacy is mak ing its last exchange and questions at issue may go to the arbitrament of sterner methods. Russia tonight is keenly aware of the possibilities of the situation and is eagerly waiting the first intimation which may give clue to the temper of Japan. London, Feb. 7. A day of tension and apprehen sion has been passed here and London is still without other information regarding developments in the far eastern situation other than news received in dispatch es to the Associated Press. Up to a late hour tonight no further dispatches had been received at the Japanese legation, officials there insisting except for the news contained in press dis patches, that they were still without even an intima tion that the Russian reply to Japan's demands had been received. Paris, Feb. 7. According to the London corres pondent of the Matin, persons best qualified to speak authoriatively regarding Japanese matters declare that Japan's Final decision has already been taken, and that Russia's answer, whatever may be its tenor, will it make any difference. War, theso persons say, is in veitable, for Japan henceforth Will do as she chooses, without considering what Russia may think of her actions. The Figaro this morning says it has reason to be believe that Foreign Minister Lamsdorffs dispatch contained only the essential points of the Russian note to Japan, the full text of which will follow the dispatch in a few days. It further expresses the belief that the note will not constitute the Russian Government's last word, but. will leave room for further negotiations. Baron Hayhashi, the Japanese Minister to Great Britain, in talking to a London correspondent of the Figaro, refused to confirm or deny the correctness of the interview which was published in the Matin, stat ing that he only authorized the official publication of the following: Russia's-reply has not been received, and, so far as I know, the situation is unchanged; but if Russia will not accept the clauses which Japan con siders essential, war is inevitable." . The Figaro correspondent concludes that the rumor of the Matin's interview represents Baron Hay ashi's personal views, adding that a short conversation with the Minister suffices to show he regards the sit uation as very critical. Baron Hayashi during the' interview expressed the opinion that the optimism of the French press is due to the fact that the Far Eastern question is less studied in Paris than in Loudon, d lie dwells on the Con tiu tied ou SvxynJ P-o. of A Washington news dispatch last Friday, says: In a course of a conference with Secretary Hitchcock t'.'i morning, Senator Fulton brought up the topic of the Roseburg land ofli;? appoint ments and sought to obtain i.: s Sec retary's views with regard to James H. Booth and J. T. Bridges, who have been recommended for reappoint ment The Senator found the Secre tary's attitude to be exactly as has been repeatedly stated in these dis patchers, viz., that Booth, because of his connection with th Uool'i-'velly and one other lcziL c r-pan;, can not be reappointed. The Secretary explained that he was not displeased with Booth's rec ord as an official, but he deemed it in expedient to appoint to that office a nun havinir snrri hncinosa pnnnncf inna as Booth admits holding. He added ! that there was no opposition what-; ever to the reappointment of Bridges, ' but intimated that Bridces' name I would not go to the Senate until some man Lid been selected to succeed Booth. The Senators have never seriously considered the selection of a success or to Booth, as they have believed all along that he would be reappointed, j or present conditions would be con tinued, and no change would be forced. There is an intimation today that the matter may be compromised, either by Booth withdrawing and re leasing the delegation from further embarrassment, or by inducing Booth to withdraw and giving him a place equally as good. But on this point the Senators are eloquently silent. Senator Fulton called on the Sec retary principally for the purpose of ' urging early action on the proposed : Baker City forest reserve, recom mended by Commissioner Richards yesterday. He was accompanied by 1 Congressman Williamson. The Sec- j retary promised to give the matter R. W PENN, CIVIL ENGINEER! United States Deputy Mineral Surveyor. 60 To THE ROSELEAF for CIGARS, TOBACCO HMD SMOKERS' SUPPLIES. Jackson Street, r Roseburg, Oregon ! r S H T ROSEBURG JUNK AND HIDE CO, Pays the highest Cash Price for Hides, Pelts Furs Wool, Tallow, Rubber, Metals and bcrap Iron of all -kinds m We also sell Second hand Furniture ot all kinds at Prices to suit the Times. Corner of Oak and Rose Sts. Opp. Empire Stable. fSLATERlTa ia Mineral Hnbber. YOU JIAVaNTESD BUILDING or And It neceomry to REPLACE A. WOWW)UT KOOP ElaATBRITE ROOFUffG Moaatrlt. -Gnawed.1 It x.m'&tZ&t c?SJM2sSS- t"0SmWe 13 OTHJE ELATERITE JROOFING CO.. Woroenter Bonding. PORTT.ayp immediate attention. When You Have a Cold i i GREAT REDUCTIONS IN LADIES' AND MISSES' JACKETS and CAPES The first action when you have a coM eboald be to relieve tbe lang. Thi is best accomplished by The frte use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. This remedy liquefies the tougJl mnens and causes its expulsion from the air coll? of the luugs, produces a free expectora tion, and opens the secretions. A com plete cure Eoon follows. This remedy will cure a severs cold in less time than any other treatment and it leaves the system in a natural and healthy condi tion. It counteracts any tendency to ward pneumonia. For sale by A. C. Marrtera A Co. $15 00 14 00 12 50 11 00 now $C00 11 25 10 50 9 40 S 25 10 00 7 50 6 00 5 00 $7 50 5 65 4 50 3 75 now $3 00 WOLLENBERO BROS., Phone 801, For Sale Cheap. 245 acres stock or dairy ranrh 3j miles southeast of Myrtle Point, Oreso: Fine new house, good out buildings. Will sell with or without stock and fur niture. Havo good object for selling. For particulars address j Carl V. Pressly, Myrtle Point, Ore. A. SALZMAN, Pratical Watchm&Ker, Jeweler, Optician. Honey to Loan. Watches, CIocKs, Jewelry Diamonds and Silverware Watch epirimg a Specialty. As financial agent for capital I am prepared to loan money in any amount from (50 to $o00 on real estate or per sonal security, or to purchase property outright, or to purchase good notes at a discount. The money can oftentimes be paid or drafts issued the same day that the application is made. Enquire of II. H. Brookes, at the Plaindkalir office, Roseburg. "i wrote io B. PeePGB for his advise." The lady, from whose letter xre quote, got what she wrote for, and is a well woman to-day as a result of following Dr. Pierce's advice and using Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription, the medicine which makes weak women strong and sick women well. "Favorite Prescrip tion " establishes regularity, dries weak ening drains, heals inflammation and ulceration and cures female weakness. Sick women, especially those suffering from diseases of long standing, ore in- vited to consult Dr. Pierce by letter, free. All correspondence is held as strictly private and sacredly confiden tial. Address Dr. R. V. Pierce, Buffalo, N. Y. "I can truthfully scy that Dr. Merce's Favorite Prescription is a mraderfut, medicine and de serve the praise given it," writes Mrs. Emma Snooner. of Lafeevlevr. Montcalm Co.. Mich., nox jS3. I v as nick four months, and the medi cine prescribed by the doctors did me no bocki. Mindly I wrote to Dr. Pierce for his advice, lie naxvered In a very kind letter Instructing me what to do. I followed hin advice and to-day am a well woman, thanks to Dr. Pierce," Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets should bo used with "Favorite Prescription" when ever a laxative Is required. 000 ? 7. W. BENSON, A.C.JtARSTEES. H.C.GATKT. aiat Mce President. CuMt 0 o r i a Lruugiuii wounty oanK, Kstabllshed I883. Incorporated 1901 Capital Stock, $50,000.00. BOARD OP DIRECTORS F. W. BESSON, K. A. BOOTH J. H. BOOTH, 3. T. BRIDGES J.f. KELLY, A. C. MARSTEK3 S.L. MILLER. A iVnPTTll hinlrlnr- lmainneo M.tMMtA.1 .3V r e auumwuien given every ' arcomtnotlstinn rvinTtnt nrith r A Mn 1 l. .-.u ..u ,11. dUU .UUC.l 1.4ITU rj. i x I IIl 1 RAnV.nAH I . Z a. , , , . ... O "iii iiuui muB iq twelve ana irom one to three. X vxoooxoooc Get one of our 1904 Diarys and Keep Tab on Yourself BOVCE & BENQTSON The Up-to-Date Trilors WE BUY ANYTHING Ami sell everything at a low figure. A big store fall of Just what you need. All kinds of furniture. Buy, sell or exchange Har ess, Saddles, Fr and Oak Wood, Buggies, Wagons, most anything you want at the Second Hand Store. 414 Jackson St, Roseburg. Second Hand 414 JacKson Street Store Roseburg, Oregon NOTICE I Call at the office of the Roseburg Water and Light Co. and pay your water and light bills, on or before the 10th of each month and take advantage of the discount.