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About The Madras pioneer. (Madras, Crook County, Or.) 1904-current | View Entire Issue (Dec. 19, 1912)
The Madras Pioneer MADRAS, CROOK COUNTY, OREGON, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1912 NO. 12 .3 till IS VISITLU by F A SMALL Form ofy Uod by the City t A. Tnlallv .pumplno noni h by Flro-siruoiMr- city that when in plant, C town. sponded on be icai were blaze, des- . ns.Anv niifhi this i in mwiiu iiiiivi tffflrrcu i , - , .1.-1 nf tiro WHS w""-u lln nil WUIHI"" luifnmiie muni 11 UUI ... JnnnrtmOIlL ruaiJ nrc iti Mo nlncrity. but li f the flames having ML V " . ItnfUMlMlV 5UCU - the arrival ol mo cnunu . .1.1. ..usa mat. l""n , . .. (lieDUHUIH v f,Mnre was the property ir n M;i(in. who re- mA K. I 1 I . lllltMVMI .A... i utnnoo irom ine .iufli.n -infi hfin iorm- 01 wv i- , ten used as a pumping .it...o tv. line auer inu a inn ni u c "" fahlV - a.- 11 Kmllinir WX1S Ulv wwmmimo ... nlrKnttirh thrt mflCIlin- as left therein. Imi building was cuvuiuu insurance, and the claim .1.. t.m Vin nnmnnnv in Tor t II int. j - - - . . . .1 1 . .. i 1 irrived here Tuesday, ana a satisfactory settle- connection with the fire de onr u riii'i ii i 1 1 1- nLi:nu ux nnL Ui tin ru i riiu en' ml' ill t3 in nL months to answer a call, ..!l.. 11 ....,,,., 1 i ii . i i i. n il . 1 1 i . ! 1 ! weir nara lUKKinir 10 kuuij rteela in motion, and some mow the effects of the j. i- . i.. r i r? ..... i ay. And it was paid for time of purchase. above information will ii . . . ! cause much soeculation fllUhtcrs sin "ShnH.v" is we w mairimony; is aiso ' good little fellow, is an IVVIVI Ii X. UllllllUlUIIMJ I l In the Salvation army and many friends throughout county. mil "t-v i il. n kvii.ii nil iiii iv 1.1. t .. lirl thai 1. 1 1 in- cxciuingea a wrthe house, and if the Til r if . ...... ii. .i lift (1IIUL1IU1 111 111 V Volnnt.1,. 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Wall Soloctod Stocka Attract Attention of the Farmera Holiday buying at retail at the local mercantile establishments is Inrger than last year, and the merchants who looked for ward to the best season in the city's history were not disap pointed. Almost every day wit nesses a large number of farm ers and their families from the surrounding country who come to Madras to purchase Christmas presents, clothing, groceries, urkey for that big dinner on the twenty-fifth, and household necessities. We are pleased to state that the stores of Madras are well stocked with every line of goods, and in order to please the most particular purchaser the mer chants exercised great care in the selection of the different Xams goods. The Central Oregon Mercan tile Company's store is crowded almost throughout the day by a throng of eager shoppers who be lieve in doing i heir shopping early and getting the first choice. This is also the case at the Mad ras Trading Company's store, whose shelves are burdened with everthing one could desire. The Madras Pharmacy is doing a land office business in dispos ing of their mammoth stock of Christmas things, and Dr. Snook wears one of those smiles that "just won't rub off." A. E. Peterson's jewelry store is the scene of much activity among the shoppers, and "Pete" is as happy as birds in the spring time. During his recent visit to Portland Mr. Peterson pur chased a large stock of very appropriate and valuable articles from which the most fastidious can make their selection for a Christmas gift. Mrs. CroBby recently replenish ed her stock of Xams goods, and finds it a very pleasant task to show her display to prospective purchasers. In the bakery de partment of the store, one can find sweetmeats of every variety, which are necessary in the com pletion of the big Christmas din- "CROOK COUNTY IS, IN ITSELF, AN EMPIRE," North Bank Railway Company Issues Interesting Pamphlet, In Which Crook County Receives Its Share of Praise An Ideal Place In Which the Homcscckers Can Establish Homes A copy of one of the best pub lications ever distributed among the people, was rqcently received in this city. The publication, issued by the general freight and passenger department of the North Bank railway company, presents a conservative state ment of conditions and resources in large portions of Oregon and Washington. We are pleased to state that the North Bank road has won an excellent reputation by its great expenditure of cash and time in developing the re sources of Central Oregon in the construction of its great rail way system, and the majority of the people of Crook county ap preciate the great accomplish ment of the Oregon Trunk in entering this country. In an interesting article about Crook county, the above publi cat:on says, in part: "Crook county, with its 5,163,892 acres, in the very heart of Central Oregon, is in itself an empire. Its present and future activities cover the spheres cf agriculture from the small garden to great grain farms. Its topography presents rakish mountains, "fer tile valleys, broad plains, long easy slopes, undulating prairies and sheer canyon sides. CrOok county has progressive towns and numerous country trading places. "East of Madras and Metolius lies a large open country hereto fore devoted to cattle and sheep raising on a large scale, and while this business will continue to be followed, the large land holdings' will be reduced steadily, as more land is being divided and farmed, with splendid re sults where approved methods are followed. The crops include wheat, oats, rye, barley, hay, nor. The Madras Meat Market has also enjoyed a large patronage, many farmers purchasing a big supply of meat, turkey, duck and other green groceries. The Installation of the newly elected officers of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, of Mt. Jefferson Lodge No. 19G, will in all probability be hold the second week in January, at which time the new officers will assume the responsibility of the conduct of the Madras Lodge, and its high standard will be maintained is the desire of all of the members. The officers ' elected are Noble Grand, Milton G. Pillette, Vice Grand, A. E. Peterson, Secretary Lewis H. Irving, Treasurer William R. Cook. On our exchange table wo find a now sheet appearing for the first time last Saturday, called "ThoEntrepriso"and is publish ed at the enterprising city of Redmond in southern Crook County. Well, "old timer" there is always room for one more in ii - n..A C nUnv nnrl IlMV all Ol 1113 IlUlU ui muwi, 'your troubles belittle ones, in this great big Central Oregon country in the newspaper game. Our congratulations are cordially ' extended, alfalfa, potatoes and other vege tables. This section has been successful in producing exhibits of these crops, which have taken highest awards at the National Dry Farm Congress at Spokane 1910, Colorado Springs 1911, Lethbridge, Canada 1912 the re wards of intelligent cultivation under modern treatment of dry lands. "Madras is the first town reach ed after the railroad leaves the Descutes River canyon for the great plateau of Central Oregon. The 1910 census gave Madras a population of 364, later growth bringing it to 500. It serves a wide trade territory, has city water, a flouring mill just en larged to a daily capacity of 80 barrels, a newspaper, good grade schools, four churches, two ho tels bank, several merchandise stores, wool, grain and mer chandise warehouses, stockyards and other shipping facilities.. The Commercial Club is com posed of the principal citizens." There is a large number of suc cessful farmers in this part of the county who came here as "homesteaders." Men who are used to hard toil, and did not expect to find twenty dollar gold pieces in bloom amongst the sage brush, but were willing to earn success by the "sweat of their brow." Experience enabled them to recognize the value of the soil for farming purposes, and the land being for sale at a small price, they took advantage of Uncle Sam's liberal offer, and cast their lot in a new, then practically unknown country. Those farmers have not and will never regret their action. Pros perity has crowned their efforts. ODD FELLOWS TO PARTICIPATE IN BIG SHOOT Members of I. O.O. F. Plan a Rabbit and Game Hunt on New Year's Day. A Royal Good Time is Anticipated by AH E At the meeting of the Odd Fellow Lodge last evening plans were made and discussed for an extensive rabbit and game hunt, to take place on New Year's day, among the members of the local lodge, however friends will be invited to participate, and in fact all that may desire to do so. Two captains were selected, each to choose their men, the main part to consist of mem bers of the lodge, and a system i ...nr. rtofol-ilienOM finn 01 POIIUS Wiia cauiuumw, the side loosing will undoubtedly! ue caueu wry i u" "o "" ever we are assured that there are some crack shots and good snorts on both sides. t The system of points is arrang ed as follows: Bob cats 1000, Coyotes 1000, Badgers 500, Por cupines 50, Skunks 50, Hawks 50, Pack Rats 50, Rabbits 5. Lewis H. Irving was selected as captain on one side and W. K. Cook was choosen as captain lor foe others, and the following were selected by the respective captains to champion their side of the game: W. R. Cook, Captain. C. E. Roush, C. W. E. Foote, H. C. Noble,, M. G. Pillette, H. W. Turner, A. D. Anderson, Chas. Ortman, N. P. Poulsen, Tillman Reuter, Mrs. U. E. Roush, J. 1. Robinson, Bob Armstrong, A. W. Boyce, W. F. Sherrod. Lewis H. Irving, Captain. J. C. Robinson, A. E. Peterson, J. L. CamDbell, Perry Henderson. Lex W. Long, Wm. Hess. Tom Maddron, Albert Stermer, Claude Kamsey, James Hurt, James Rice, Chas. Bye, Orville Davi?, Sam Mitchell. It is understood that the defeat ed side will have to pay for a dinner for their friends who se cure the majority of the points in the hunt. An interesting time is expected by the particip ants and in the event oi a auan itity of rabbits being slaughter ed on that day the benefit to the farmers will be something as well so it is up to all the boys to get out their shooting irons and see that they are in proper shape for the iray belore JNew Year's day. 1912 DECEMBER 1912 SPH I MOW I TPE fWED j THU TBI j SAT iggfiolm i 3 i 3 ill 29 30 31 Gong of Laborera Engaged In Road Improvement Are Rushing the Work to Completion Before Arrival of Bad Weather The county road gang is work ing at present on the road east of Madras, improving some pf the heavy grades and putting in some bridges and culverts, this week. A new grade s being cut just at the edge of the town near Ithe pump station recently burned, and the expense being partly bourne by the residents of Mad ras, the idea being that the bene fit that they will receive from traffic, which can be more easily handled over the new grade than around the present route that has to be traveled to get into the main county road. Roy Newell of Haycreek, has charge of the work and it is be. ing rushed as fast as possible to completion beforejthe bad wei - ther may start in. The Pierson hill is also undergoing some re pairs that were much needed. With the improved condition of 'this road, the residents of the Haycreek country and Bliz zard Ridge will have a better outlet to get to their trading points, and bring over their pro ducts for market. This part of Crook County is being settled up very fast, and it is surprising to know the number of new set tlers that have gone into the large section of country east of Madras to the timber on the Blue Mountains. This is a very fertile tract of land, which is well watered for domestic purposes, and the soil is of a slightly heavier nature than along the Deschutes River, the proximity to the mountains or range of hills make it more susceptible to moisture and more rain has been noted to fall than lower down the valley toward to Cascade Ranee. Free Books For Farmers Many farmers are not aware that the Government publishes several valuable books for free distribution. The books are ap portioned to Senators and Con gressmen from vhom they can be obtained by merely asking for them. Among the most use ful of these books are the Agri cultural Year Books, that for 1911 being the latest issued. The Government also publishes a very practical book on "Diseases of the Horse" and another on "Di seases of Cattle," and a report of the Bureau of Animal Industry of special value to stock raisers. Asking for copies of these books does not place the citizen under any obligations whatever to the Senators or Congressmen, as the books are printed by the Government and paid for by the taxpayers. Many an Oregon farmer has cured sick horses and cattle by following the di rections in the Government's doctor books. If you are inter ested, send your request to Sen ator Jonathan Bourne, Jr., Sena tor George E. Chamberlain, Con gressman W. C. Hawley or Con gressman A. W. Lafferty at Was hington, D. C, CITY ESTABLISHES A CAMP FOR ITS SMALLPOX PATIENT Man Contracta Disease While Work ing In Railroad Camp Near Vale And la Given Medical Treat ment at City's Expense An enjoyable Xmas dance will be given in Sanford s hall, Wednesday night, December 25, and "the last chance for the ladies" in a Leap Year Ball, will be given at the same hall, Tues day, December 31, 1912. Attend these dances and you are sure of a royal good time. A couple of knights of the road or railroad laborers happen ed into Madras the other night, Sunday evening, after having spent several days between- here and Bend, and were "taken in" soon after their appearance here by the city marshal, after hunt ing him up and telling him that they thought that one of them had the smallpox. The marshal immediately secured the services of a physician who pronounced it a mild case of the disease, and ordered them immediately placed under quarantine. It seems that they had been work ing on the railroad construction of the Vale extension in the southeastern part of the state, and coming over to Burns, they think that were exposed at that place, and it is understood at this time that several of the rail road camps and small towns in that section are now under quar antine. These men did not expose any one here as far as the authorities are able to learn, as they came down from Metolius and Culver that day after spend ing some time in each town, they having started to the Cove to secure work when the man who is down with the disease became too sick to get there, and, de cided to get to some place where they would be taken care of by the county or a municipality and Madras being the only incorpor ated town at this time in north-. em Crook Cohuty, it has fallen to our lot to look after them. Unfortunately the city does, not own a detention hospital and the men were quartered in the city jail the first night, and the next day were removed to a building in the west part of town where they are being taken care of at the expense of the city "until they will be able to pay their way, the city jail hav ing been thoroughly fumigated. Careful precautions are being taken to prevent the spread of the disease, and very little m easiness is felt on the part of these men exposing any one here, but much apprehension is felt as to who may have been exposed in the other places, by coming in contact with these men un knowingly, however they seem to be very considerate and are willing to help the authorities in anyway, although having been unfortunate themselves. Paisley Got There First . The exhibitors at the North west Land Products show at Portland, at a banquet tendered to them by the Portland Com mercial Club, voted unanimously to make the show an annual event The gatherinp- renrcsent- ed exhibits from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Co lumbia. In less than twentv-four. hours after the band rr aster sounded "taps" closintrthe show on the last night, Manager Bond received the first application for space at the next show, to be held in October, 1913. It was made by President Bailey of the Pais ley Irrigation Project, on behalf of the Paisley Commercial Club, which made one of the most at tractive community exhibits at the recent land show. "I will give the best space next year," said Manager Bond. "Your en terprise in bringing your ex .hibitds 150 miles in wagons and 266 miles by railroad, this year, will not be forgotten,"