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About The morning Astorian. (Astoria, Or.) 1899-1930 | View Entire Issue (Feb. 24, 1903)
AST I A WELCOMED OR BUSINESS CLOTHES When you buy business clothes you want them business like in price i but it isn't good business to have clothes that are not stylish, nor to pay too much or too little for them. P. A. STORES CLOSING OUT AT COST! , For the Purpose of Going Out of Business CLOTHING, BOOTS AND SHOES, FURNISHING GOODS Everything GoesProfits are Yours Come la and See : : : : : : : Chas. Larson Wtkh Block 01 A Full Line of MECHANICS' TOOLS FISHER BIG REDUCTION IN PICTURES 8eo Our Window Display Sheet Music 5 As per Copy J N. GRIFFIN Fancy and - Staple Groceries FLOUR, FEED, PROVISIONS, TOBACCO AND CIGARS Supplies of all kinds at lowest rates, for fishermen, Farmers and Loggers. , j , , " As V AsLaCiN Tetitb sn Comrnerchl Strtcta - GROCERIB For the Very Best Articles of Food, at Prices That Are Right, Be Sure to See V. H; COFFEY Department Store, Corner Bond and Twelfth. HOTEL PO R TLAND The P.nest Hotel In the Northwest ' PORTLAND, - . OREGON We've got the famous Crouso & Brandcgtx) suits here for you ; and with that itiitcmoiit we answer every rjuoetion you can think to ask about looks, style, tail oring, fit and business-like prim. f You ran prove the truth of all we say in "five min utes; we're waiting for you to come and see.' 6il CommcrtUI Strut BROTHERS Great Demonstration Yesterday, in Honor of C. W. Fulton and Visiting' Delegates. Ten Thousand People to the Echo as the Procession Marches Through the City Streets Public Reception Held During the After noon and Evening, Followed by a Banquet. It will jjerhap be pretty generally nt knowledges that Charlie Fulton ar rive! home. Likewise the opinion will Ik- irnrftl that his homecoming wu fittingly celebrated. Seldom Indeed W there been uch a magnificent outburst of enttiulaim as that which occurred yesterday at noon, (or It wa nu out bunt that came from the depths of the heart of the people of loyal As toria. There were Just exactly ROW I'nlted 8l'.a senator In Astoria yea tcrduy, and each vied with the other to make the oecualon a notable one. Certulnly It vu a flattering tribute to the popularity of that dl'ilngulxhed Astotlari who la best known a "Chat lie," and also a splendid dem onstration of the Astoria spirit. The entire city took a holiday. For a few hour, during the morning some of the store were open, but at 10: SO ev erything was closed up tightly, even the drugstores and cigar stands sus pending business. People put on their best clothe and left home at an early hour, that they might find advantag eous points from which to view the celebration that had been planned In honor the man who has so firm a hold on the heart of I. Is townsmen. IV cauee of tha fear that rain might mar the decoration. Astoria did not take on her gala appearance until yes terday morning, but by the time the morning throng left the residence sec tion the city was mass of fluttering banner. From every building In the business district and from halt the res idence, fHgs floated In the morning breexe, and everywhere could be seen picture of Astoria' favorite son, In frames of red. white und blue. There wa double cause for rejoicing, as was evidenced by a sign Appearing in the Office of the Western Union. o ............ ; f : Office Closed From 10 tr 12 : : on account of : : Washington' Birthday : : ' ..- and : : CHARLIE FULTON : o.. o The sentiment expressed In this plac atd was everywhere manifested. While the day really belonged to George, the people were Inclined to give the biggest hare to Charlie, realising fully that the spirit which prompted the celebra tion of the birth of the one , was kin to that which prompted the demontra tlon In the other's honor.. Even a fleet ing glance at Commercial street would have brought a tear to the eye of the veriest Portlander, for It appearance denoted only too plainly that the As toria spirit tiU lived In the breaats of those Oregonlana who have all along been regarded a an element entirely foreign to this great state and her In stitution. v. . - The decoration extended to the ship ping In the harbor. The lighthouse tender Columbine and Mantanlta and revenue cutter Perry were literally hidden beneath a wreath, of flags, and even the foreign : vessels in the har bor displayed their ' colors, A rlvef teamer that started for Portland with two barkentlne about the time the senatorial train reached the Tongue looked not unlike a floating flag fac tory. The mall steamer, too, darting about on ; the Columbia's broad bospm, were appropriately attired, and the whole river section was dressed as It had never been dressed before. In the one general effort to do homage to Charlie Fulton and Georgte Wash ington the populace made an unpre cedented success of it, and February TMI Greet Them on Their Arrival and Cheer 23 will live in Astoria's history as a memorable day. ARRIVAL PF THE TRAIN Magnificent Demonstration, in Senator's Honor at A. k C. Depot: About 11:30 the vast concourse of people that filled every, available inch of standing room In the vicinity .of the rullroij depot was apprised of the ap proach of the senatorial train by a din of whistling In the neighborhood of the Yongue. The government vessels and u number of river steamer had gone forth to greet the Incoming train, und as they slowly returned to the central waterfront pandemonium broke loose. Mixed with the whistling from the steamer and the shrill blasts from the locomotives were the screeches from the manufacturing establishments along the way, the glad cheers of the thousands who had assembled to see i the one they hold so dear, the exploelon of bombs and the intense din created ! by a wagon load of enthusiastic Iron workers, who had devised a manner of making noise that was a tribute to their Ingenuity. Long before the train came into view the cheering multitude had cheered Itself hoarse, but It mus tered up new voice to yell again when the cars Anally stopped at the depot. Instantly there was a crush to get near the train. Men, women and chil dren Joined in the mad effort to catch the first glimpse of Senator Fulton, and the wonder is that no one was injured, As he stepped forward the crowd cheer ed and pressed - on to grasp his hand. While the thousands gave vent to their happiness, the senator's eye wandered over the scene. He was home again amongst his loving frlends.each of whom had been as much wrapt up In the struggle as the senator himself. EM dently there flashed through his mind the thought that he owed It all to those who were so hap py over his victory, and a trace of sadness could be detected on his face as he watched the demonstration In his honor. But gratitude was not to be allowed to Interfere with the pleasures of the homecoming, and the committee of cltlxens Immediately hastened Sen ator and Mrs. Fulton to their carriage. When he first appeared on Jhe platform of the train a youthful flower vender, hoisted high on the shoulders of a stalwart enthusiast, went forward and placed In his had a lovely lily, that the. senator carried with him through out the celebration. The parade was headed by Grand Marshal H. J. Wherity and his aids, Dr. Earle. Dr. Cordlner, E. Z. Fergu son and Oswald West, member of the city council following. Then came the band, Senator Fulton's carriage, car riage containing other distinguished personage and enthusiastic citlsens on foot.. The fire department also turn ed out, and the parade was made long er by decorated conveyances of all kinds. When the procession formed the march was commenced. Thousands lin ed the street und cheered a the sen ator's carriage, drawn by s our coal black horses, passed by. - The parade took It way ' west ; on Commercial street to Sixth, turned north to Bond and proceeded along. Bond loathe veranda of the Occident hotel, where an Immense throng bad gathered to hear the speeches. Senator Fulton and the member of the legislature who came down for the celebration, a well a a number of prominent Astoria ns took their places on the veranda, after the band had rendered a few choice selection. '.. THE SPECCHMAKING The big crowd became silent when NEW Mayj. Suprenant stepped forward to Introduce Hon. John H. Smith of As toria, who was chosen to present Sen ator Fulton. The crowd was remark' al ly orderly, and every word of Sen ator Smith's speech could be beard for ino yards in each direction. He wa In excellent voice and made one of those happy speeches for which he is fa, mous. First he welcomed the new sen ator on behalf of the people of the city. He spoke of the genuine pride that all Astorians had manifested in the result of the senatorial contest and of the happiness conveyed in the thought that "Charlie" belonged to the city by the sea. He told the story of the fa mous man of ancient times for the hon or of j hose birth seven cities contend ed, adding that, while the honor of Senator Fulton's residence would gladly be assumed by any city of the titate, his political opponents in the lute fight had never tried to steal Astoria' thun der. This palpable hit on -the hostility to Senator Fulton because of the geo graphical location of his home brought a great cheer from the crowd. ; Senator Smith referred to Senator Fulton's remarkable battle with the world, relating that when he first, ar rived in Astoria 38 years ago his li brary consisted of a musty volume that he carried under his arm. He likened Senator Fulton to Clay, Webster, Lin coln and Garfield, and said that the success of his career constituted an ob ject lesson to all young men that should inspire them to earnest endeavor. Throughout Senator Smith referred to Senator Fulton as plain "Charlie," and hut address of welcome provoked long applause. .... x JENATO FULTON'S REPLY "I ought to be the happiest man in the world," said Senator Fulton, after the crowd had cheered him. "Never theless, in all this there Is. some sad neps for me. During nearly all my life I have lived among you and have come to regard you as member of my fam ily. Now I am to enter on a new life, and the thought that I shall not al ways be In Astoria fills me with sad ness. What can I do or say to Tepay you for this splendid evidence of your esteem of your genuine expressions of goodwill towards met My friends, I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart, and I only regret that language cannot express the sentiment that stirs tat." . . Senator, Fulton then referred briefly to the new career that had been map ped out for him. He said he appre ciated the responsibilities that would devolve upon him, but that he would strive to fulfill the expectations of his friends at home. He also spoke of the belief existing-! In some : quarter that his election was a sectional victory "Let me say that I believe no such sentiment exists., I urn satisfied that you do not entertain It,, and certainly I do not The Columbia river cannot be mads too great a highway, for the more the river la Improved the better It will be for every community In Ore gon." . ..- - " .Senator Fulton alluded to the need of Improvement of the upper river, as well a improvement of Tillamook, Ta qulna and Coo harbors. He expressed the hope that all feeling of antagonism between Astoria and Portland ought forever to be burled out of sight, and that the two cities should Join hands in the ; march along the highway of prosperity and progress. In conclud ing the senator spoke feelingly of the reception that had been accorded him', and said; ?,--" . .' "To you, my friends , and fellow townsmen, I am deeply ' grateful for this grand welcome home, for this un mistakable evidence of your friendship and esteem. God bless you; and may this spirit of friendliness ever prevail among the loyal and patriotic people of the brave tittle city that I am so proud to call my home." . Again' the crowd cheered; bomb were exploded, and shout after shout went up as Senator Fulton closed his splendid response to Senator Smith' address of welcome. CROWD WANTED BANKS "Present Banks!" "We want Banks!" came from the crowd. Representative Banks was among those on the veranda and the crowd wanted to bear htm. He is the young man who announced to the legislature that he would vote for Fulton If the wrath of the people of Portland made It necessary for himself and wife to reside hereafter in a bam with batens on It But Harrison Alien, who was to introduce the speakers, was pleased to let the crowd wait for a while. In a few humorous words he presented Hon. B. L. Eddy of Tilla mook, who made an especially pleasing address. He referred flatteringly to the patriotism of the people of Astoria and to the high qualities of Senator Fulton. He said that when he came here and saw the people he was not suprlsed that Astoria should have pro duced a Fulton. The senator's cam paign had been honest and manly, and had left no scant., Mr. Eddy's address wa very pleasing arid he was warmly applauded. Again the crowd set up a howl for Banks. "Give us Banks; we want to hear him talk!" came from the street below. But Mr. Allen smiled blandly and Introduced Senator Smith from Multnomah. Now, Senator -Smith hadn't be;.i any too friendly with Sen ator Fulton during the fight, but the dlstlnguiKbed Astorian stepped to the front, grasped the hand of the Mult nomah senator and told the crowd that It would find him a pretty good fellow. This served to restore confidence and Senator Smith was listened to with marked attention. He spoke of Sen ator Fulton as a distinguished type of American manhood,' and added that, while he felt that he should work for the election of a Multnomah man, he was free to admit that the selection could not have possibly been a better one. he believed Senator Fulton would not represent Oregon for one term, but for five or six, and that he would grow old In the service of his country. Al luding to John H. Smith's reference to Mr. Fulton's original library, which he carried under his arm, the Multno mah senator said that the library now under Senator Fulton's hat wa, suf ficient for all the requlrments of the state and nation. Dr. Smith's was a very neat speech and took well with the crowd. Before the crowd had an opportunity to set utf Its cry for Banks, Mr. Allen appeared with that young gentleman, who was given an ovation that would, amply repay him for long residence In soma barn. Representative Banks is only 26 years of age. He said In part "I made my last political speech last Friday night, when I voted for your fellow-townsman for United States sen ator. I want to say to you that if you have anything In the way of barns with batens on them, I'm open for engage ments." The crowd set up a cheer, for It had admired the pluck of this man above that of all others who braved Multnomah .vrathln the late contest. Mr; Banks went on to plead for har mony between the two cities and said he hoped Senator Fulton's election would serve to bridge the gulch. x Representative Shelley of Lane made on of the best speeches of the day. He said that Washington' birthday and. Charlie' election went hand In hand, and ventured the assertion that hereafter Astoria would be on the map. This reference evoked the warm est enthusiasm and the crowd cheered him to the echo. He wa happy to say that Ms county delegation wa the first to sign the caucus call, which was cal culated to elect Senator Fulton, and he wo also happy that he was one of the S3a number that Astorians Bhould cling to as exceptionally lucky. He re called that the" Portland Telegram had referred to the election of Senator An keney of Washington has a rebuke to the Seattle spirit, which would have elected a senator for that city alone; and he thought the same reference, might opportupely be made to Senator Fulton's election, whtc.h was a victory j for Oregon, in concmamg sr. oneuey said: . ''-' ', . "During tha late contest efforts were made to Geer us up In other lines, but we came out Scott Jree, and with sv Ful-ton of laurels." " " The address was heartily applauded. Hon. John Hahn of Clatsop waa the next speaker. He was very brief, merely saying that he had always beaa willing to, abide by the will of the ma jority, and that the happlnes over the election of Senator Fulton satisfied! him ' that his course during the late session had been approved at home. Representative Hansbrough of Doug las county said that be had written a speech, but that the other fellows had said about all that he wanted to say. Briefly, he stated that the legislature had chosen a senator who would fit tingly represent all of Oregon, and one of whom the people would be proud. , Senator Hunt of Multnomah said that he wa, a poor speaker, but that hie heart. was In the right place. While he did not support Senator Fulton, be wa satisfied that there was no recret at his election, which he thought would serve to eliminate the sectional feeling that had existed. v '. '''. 'V Representative Bailey of Multnomah called himself one of the Multnomah Indians who had gone Sowri to defeat However, he said that Multnomah would fall in line and help Senator Ful ton to the best of Its ability in all mat ters pertaining to the welfare of Ore gon. ...'..."' - ;.' '.. , : !; f ,., Representative Hermann of Com county, who was one of Mr. Fulton's most ardent supporters, said that, after listening to Smith. Bailey and Hunt of Multnomah, he was satisfied that his friend Banks would not have to live In a barn. Coos and all of southern Oregon was rejoicing over Senator Ful ton's election, and he was happy that he was one of the original 33 who held out for the Astoria man.. '. , - Senator Johnston of Wasco sal dthat, as a representative of the great la land empire, he had come to Astoria to help celebrate. He lauded Senator Fulton's splendid manhood and ex pressed confidence he would prove the best senator Oregon ever had. , Representative Gill of Multnomah was very brief In his remarks, content ing himself with the statement that he was extremely happy over the elec tion of Mr. Fulton. (. Harrison Allen then told a story about Collector of Customs Robb, who had been approached by a Portland man with an offer to wager that' he could name the next senator, Mr, Robb had accepted a bet, and to his utter con sternation the Portlander had named Senator Fulton. Mr. Allen Introduced Representative Carnahan of : Clatsop when the crowd has ceased Its laughter, and Mr. Carnahan said; , , ' "Whatever the people may have expected of me, they did not expect any speechmaklng. We have all aJog, , contended that the election of Senator Fulton would mean more water on the bar. You will remember that two weeks ago a large ship went ashore Inside the harbor. Early this morning: she 'floated. From this I take It that the re sult of the election has fulfilled our hope,"'' ; .,;':' Mr. Carnahan waa the last speaker. , For -10 or 15 minutes Senator Fulton remained at the Occident, where he waa beseiged from all side by Astorians who were anxious to grasp hi hand and tell him how glad they were that he had been elected. Afterwards h walked about town for an hour with the visiting legislator, who were Intro duced to the leading men of the city. Alt In all, it was the greatest day i& Astoria's history, and those who nun from, other counties to help celebrate say they never for a moment imagined that any city could so magnificently attests Its loyalty and It love tor aa Individual.' Business was at a stand still during the entire afternoon and the people gave up the day to celebra tion of the victorious homecoming of that cittxen who has always been and will always be plain "Char le" to them. - RECEPTION AT FULTON HOME Large Number of Visitors Entertained , t ' During the Afternoon. At the conclusion of the celebra Hon at the, Occident yesterday afternoon Senator and Mrs. Fulton held a recep tion at their lovely home on Seven teenth street. "t When the senator and his charming wife reached their resi dence, after an absence of many day., they were met by those who asHistpd In entertaining. The ladles sang "Ah!1 Lang Syne," and there was general re joicing among entertainers and g-.i.- s The ladles who received for Mrs, Ful ton were; " Mrs. George H. ' Ceorg.., (Continued on Pagn 4.)