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About The morning Astorian. (Astoria, Or.) 1899-1930 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 3, 1907)
.-.v,. THE MORNING ASTOMAN. ASTOHIA, OREGON. TinJRSDAY, OCTOBER j, 1907. - 1 ' THE MORNING ASTORIAH EUbliili4 xlff. ,ibliihe4 Daily Except Monday by Ilk J. S. DELLIKGEK COMPAMT. SUBSCRIPTION KATM. kj mail, per year 91 M By earlier, per month WK1KIY ASTOMAJ. 3, mail, per year, in dTtnee..1.80 wntrMi u aeooDd-clasa matter July M "etofflee at AatorifcUre- joivander the actof Congresa ot March 8, LOT w-Ordere for the deUrencjf ot Thi Mom raeLroauif to either residence or place of llTerr should be Immediately reported to the TELEPHONE MAIM 6x. the City of Astoria. Official paper of Clatsop county ana any manner; for it is just aj likely that some one quite remote from the mining fraternity, possessed of a bitter ana relentless hatred of Sheriff Brown for anvone of a hundred offeree such an officer is likely to give in the discharge of his oft-times cruel duties, has devised the scheme of death upon reading the detailed account of the Steunenberg tragedy, and simply employed them in the dastardly program of revenge he en tertained, as well as for the actual pur poe of throwing the law off the scent by so disguising the crime as to attri bute it to the federation; and it nugnt be well for the officers in charge of the case to pursue their work on this hypo thetis, at least, for a while. At all events it is the hope of the State that but few hours will intervene until all implicated in this awful deed, shall be behind the bars and that he or they will go the bar of justice tor all that there awaits him or them. LIFE OF A SOLDIER a THE WEATHER. Western Oregon Increasing cloudiness with rain along the a tinrth Mtast and the Willamette Valley by afternoon or night. J- FOLLOW EDI UP! It will be immensely valuable to every thinking American to folow the Presi dent closely, in all his utterances dur ing the coming three weeks of his pro jected itinerary over the water-ways-district of the continent. The press will furnish, daily, a compendium of all he has to say to this people and there is likely to be a complete exposition of the Rooseveltian idea before he kpses into silence; because, for one thing, he is not likely to indulge in such another tour with such a purpose; and for an other, he will desire, in this instance, to impress upon the electorate the very limit of his convictions and the reasons for holding and enforcing them. In other words, if any man has failed to understand and appreciate his attitude on the various issues with which he is so prominently concerned, and is likely to be yet more deeply engaged, now is the time for him to become enlightened once for all. His trip is taken with a high purpose, we believe; nothing less than to put the whole people in intimote touch with the dangers which they, themselves, must remedy soner, or later, nd in the doing of thi3, he will talk very plainly and leave nothing unsaid that might prepare them for the task that lies at their hands. Nor will he fail to emphasize the fact, that the doc rines of popular government to which he is already committed, or may commit himself to on this journey, shall form the predicate to which he expects de voted adherence on the part of his suc cessor in office. There is no egotism in such a plan; for he would most cer tainly cling religiously to the program if he were in te coming presidential race himself, and successful, and he has the right, if any man has, to hope that his successor will be a man after his own style and courage, and the people of America are hoping the same thing. That we are to have him, again, in the great executive office, is now beyond the hope of every' thinking ' man in the country; for we have all learned that he is not the man to say one thing and do another; andhe is certainly not the man to think for an instant that he is the last recourse of a nation such as this. Therefore, we must make up our minds to what the future may hold for us in the way of his advantageous help, in a public sense, ond cast about for the next best man in the party and country, as his successor; and that he should lay down clearly and minutely the essentials of his own great code of service, is both natural and altogether opportunte; and for this reason, it be hooves us all to watch and read and study the while he is unfolding the real dogma of popular and enlightened government. 9 SORROW, AND RAGE! All Oregon is hugely wrought up over the atrocious death of ex-Sheriff Har vey Brown, at Baker City, and the pitch of popular emotion in this relation, sways, naturally, from intense sorrow for the man and his stricken family, to burning rage that the criminal is still free of the kw. The character of the crime at once leads to the conclusion that it wa3 in spired by revenge in the foul heart of some member of the notorious Western Federation of Miners, which organiza tion has had to bear some of the weight of the dead sheriff's splendid capacity for running down its reckless and mur derous members, in other days, and that it was done after the very manner of the taking off of Governor Steunenberg, just from sheer bravado and as a chal lenge to all other officers of the law who may.be engaged in the subsequent pursuit and punishment of the perpe trators. But this is merely suggestive. It does not follow that it is true, in A PRACTICAL CONFESSION. For vears there has been a deliberate discrimination employed by the Portland & San Francisco Steamship Company as Mffainst the merchants and business men of Astoria, in the wilful denial to them of the insurance carried by that com pany, free of charge, on all freights consigned here, while the concession has been openly granted to every dealer and shipper in the metropolis; and now that it has been cast up to the offending company in a fashion that staggered even its monumental nerve, it calmly tells the Interstate Commerce Comis sion, or whosoever lined it up for an adjustment, that ''it will take off the privilege from all shippers, at Portland, or elsewhere. This it will do, mind, you, rather than concede anything to this hated port. It is but another ex pression of the circuitous and effectual embargo that all Portland-centered in terests levy against this place; and the final adjudication of the matter, as in dicated above, illustrates, by way of tacit confession, that for these years the Astoria shipper has been robbed eon- sistantly and thoroughly in this par ticular; and that rather than preserve the rule and apply it to Astoria, the company will henceforth deny it to all ports and people alike. Just how the Astoria merchant, know ing these facts and suffering this dis tinct loss wilfully thrust upon him, can patronize a company given to such con temptible methods, is beyond conception. The sense of justice and honest reprisal should move the last man here to abso lutely refuse to contribute another dol lar of freight money to a concern so meanly constituted it cannot deal with common justice to its entire client elle; and we hope to see the day when some such expression will be in force to show how deeply the imposition is resented. Corpora! Rowan of Fort Stevens Gives Description. ARMY GUARANTEES PEACE LONG BALLOON VOYAGE. The October American Magazine con tains a most surprising balioon article. It is an account of the longest aerial voyage, in the point of hours, ever made in the United States, and the world's endurance record until 1900. And yet this trip, which is so graphieally de scribed, was made away back in 1874 by the airship "Barnum," The distance covered was 400 miles and the "time up" was 26 hours. Washington Donaldson, the most dar ing aeronaut of his time, was in charge. The reporters who went with him were Alfred Ford, of The Graphic; Edmund Lyons, of The Sun; Samuel Maceever, of the Herald, W. W. Austin, of the World and Eugene Beecher Bronson, of the Tribune. With the exception of Mr. Bronson, all these men are now dead, and Bron son, the last survivor, tells the excit ing story of the journey. At 4 p. m., July 26, 1874, the old Hippodrome in New York rang with ap plause; a brilliant esquestrian act had just been finished. Suddenly the ap plause ceased and an awful hush fell upon the vast audience which is rarely experienced except in the presence of death or of some impending disaster; we had been seen to enter the basket and people held their breath. "Released, the balloon bounded 700 feet into the air, stood stationary for a moment, and then drifted northwest be fore the prevailing wind. ' "In this prodigious leap there was naught of the disagreeable sensation one experiences in a rapidly rising elevator. Instead it rather seemed that we were standing motionless, stationary in space and that the earth itself had gotten loose and was dropping away beneath us to depths unknown. Every cord and rope of the huge fabric was intensely taut, the basket firm and solid beneath our feet. Indeed, the- balloon,- with nothing more substantial in her con struction than cloth and twine, and hempen ropes and willow wands (the latter forming the basket) has always, while iloating in mid-air free of the drag-rope'3 tricks, the rigid homoge neity of a rock, h. solidness that quickly inspires the most timid with perfect confidence in her security." Out of Sight. "Out of sight, out of mind," is an old saying which applies with special force to a sore, burn or wound that's been treated with Bucklen's Arnica Salve. It's out of sight, out of mind and out of existence. Piles too and chilblains dis appear under its healing influence. Guar anteed by Charles Rogers. 25c. Excellent Account of Army Existence, the Object of Its Maintenance and What a Soldier Has to go Through to Become Efficient. THE EDITOR : Thinking that you aro probably interested in a soldier, his environments, surroundings, habits, stc. I take this opportunity of making a few statements under this general heading. In all properly constituted govern ments, in order to maintain order and preserve friendly relations, it is essen tially necessary to have a body of men so trained and equipped as to be en abled to phold these requirements upon all occasions. Despite the Fact that universal peace is undoubtedly an ideal condition, it still remains true that the best guarantee of peace is the strength and equipment of the regular army. Around this regular army- as a nucleus is formed our immense volunteer force of which we are so justly proud. Soon after enlisting a soldier is sent to his post. For several weeks he is obliged to drill under careful supervi ion which gradually leads him to -a more perfect comprehension of the minute de tails connected with military forma tions. Alter completely grasping mew elemental details the recruit i3 turned for duty and becomes a soldier in the true acceptance of the term. It is now presumed that he is capable of taking up the more advanced details of all lnlls and other duties required. He gradually acquires proficiency that can only be obtained through a long course of training, sometimes considered irk some bec-iuse of the strict discipline in volved. Physical perfection is acquired through a system of athletic instruction that is unexcelled. The dlisthenic ex ercises are prepared with a view of de veloping all parts of the body equally, inasmuch as they are calculated to cor rect minor defects and strengthen weak parts. To supplement this train ing baseball, football, swimming, run ning, jumping, hurdling, in fact, all athletic exercises are encouraged in every manner conceivable. Educational features are not neglect ed. In each army post there is a poet school. These schools have teachers ca pable of giving instruction in all com mon branches. The pot libraries fur nish an opportunity for reference. These libraries are well equipped and cared for in an able manner. A large percentage of the enlisted men are taking courses with the various correspondence schools. Again there are more advanced schools which may be entered after a competi tive preliminary examination is suc cessfully passed. These schools compare favorably with our leading technical institutions. Many people have formed erroneous ideas of a soldiers immediate environ ment. It is often presumed that he spends his entire time in tents in which anitary conditions are poor. On the contrary a soldier's quarters 'are models of order and cleanliness. There is a place for everything and everything is in its place. Carpets, curtains and simi lar accessories are not allowed simply because they do not add to a soldier's ability and are considered unsanitary. The rations supplied, though plain, are undoubtedly wholesome. With the proper care and careful management these supplies prove adequate. Com pany gardens, etc., afford sources through which many desirable additions are obtained. Conditions in the army are steadily improving. We have recently received an increase of pay in the artillery. This applies only to certain positions. The additional pay was necessitated by the fact that modern artillery to be sue cessfully operated requires considerable technical ability involving many intri cate mathematical deductions. A fur ther increase, including all branches of the service is anticipated. This post combines many ideal con ditions. It is located a short distance from a thriving city Within a radius of 10 miles are situated two summer re sorts of wide fame. On one side may be Been the immense waves of the Pacific as tbey break on the sandy shore, the swiftly flowing Columbia on the other an in the background the magnificent Oregon pines. It is most beautiful in the evening when the Columbia throws forth its silvery .Bkeen and nearby hills reflect the swift radiance of the glow ing sunset with Us golden rays seem ingly chasing one another through their vales and verdant slopes. JOHN ROWAN, Corporal, !)3rd Co., C. A. C. V One of the Important Duties of Physicians and the WeH-Informed of the World is to learn as to the relative standing .ml pliability of WJ,J,J ers of medicinal agents, ns the most eminent physicians arc lie t ca t J1." Jj the uniform quality and perfect purity of remedies prcscriU-d l-y II ; 1 , nd t is w known to physicians and the Well-informed & nera ly that the Ul. 0 ma H J Jyrup Co., by reason of its correct methods and ,,r.,ct equipment ami the e I ta c hi wMter of its product has attained to the high standing in scient.lic and w'"? is accorded to successful and reliable houses only, and, therefore, that the name ot tlie Company has become a guarantee of the excellence of its remedy, f TRUTH AND QUALITY appeal to the Well-informed in every walk of life and are essential to permanent sue cess and creditable standing, therefore we wish to call the attention of all who would enjoy good health, with its blessings, to the fact that it involves the question of right living with all the term implies. With proper knowledge of what is Ims each hour of recreation, of enjoyment, of contemplation and of effort may Iw made to contribute to that end and the use of medicines disjx nsed with generally to great advantage, but as in many instances a simple, wholesome remedy may be invaluable if taken at the proper time, the California Fig Syrup Co. feels that it is alike important to present truthfully the subject and to supply the one perfect laxative remedy which has won the appoval of physicians and the world-wide acceptance of the Well-informed U-cause of the excellence of the combination, known to all. and the original method of manufac ture, which is known to the California Tig Syrup Co. only. This valuable remedy has Ixxn long and favorably known under the name of Syrup of Figs and has attained to world-wide acceptance as the most excellent of family laxatives, and as its pure laxative principles, obtained from Senna, ore mil known to physicians and the WeH-Informed of the world to U the test of natural laxatives, we have adopted the more elaborate name of-Syrup of tigs ami hlixir ol Senna as more fully descriptive of the remedy, but doubtless it will always I called for by the shorter name of Syrup of Figs-and to get its Umeficial effects always note, when purchasing, the full name of the Company California lig byrup Co. plainly printed on the front of every package, whether you simply call for byrup of Figs or by the full name Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna-as Syrup of I igs nnd Elixir of Senna is the' one laxative remedy manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co. and the same heretofore known by the name Syrup of Figs which has given satisfaction to millions. The genuine is for sale by all leading druggists throughout the United States in original packages of one size only, the regular price of which is fifty cents per bottle. Every bottle is sold under the general guarantee of the Company, filed with the Secretary of Agriculture, at Washington, D. C, that the remedy is not adulterated or misbranded within the meaning of the Food and Drugs Act, June 30th, 1006. CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP CO. Louisville, Ky. San Francisco, Cal. U S. A. London, England. New York, N. V. GOOD NEWS. Many it Astoria Readers Have Heard and Profited Thereby. 'Cood news travels fast," and the, thousands of bad back sufferers in As- j tona are glad to learn that prompt re lief is within their reach. Jinny a lame weak and aching back is bad no more, thanks to Doan's Kidney Pills. Our citizens are telling the good news or their exprienee with the Old Quaker Remedy. Here is an example worth reading: .E. C. Rutland, printer, living on As- j tor street, Astoria, Ore., says: "I have j tried several guaranteed kidney cures but considers Doan's Kidney Pills the 1 best and highly recommend the rem- edv to my friends. Mv trouble had 1 bothered me off and on for many years. had pain in the small of my back, sharp j twinge when stooping or lilting and; the aching bothered me a great deal at night. I was tired, languid and very nervous, but since using ixan s rvianey : I'ills I have not had these nervous spells : nor the hadches I used to miter from. ; The results have been a gseat improve- j ment in the condition of the kidney secre. 1 tion-. Doan's Kidney I'ills have been so great a help to me that I am con- j tinuing with them, and feel sure of re- ief whenever suffering from these troubles." Plenty more proof like this from As toria people. Call at Charles Rogers' drug store and ask what customers report. For sale bv all dealers. Price 00c. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, New York, sole agents for the United States. Remember the name Doan's and take no other. "I.i'lio o'li-n .jiiiiii' ut hit mate ui if to bile her, but i always restrained at the !at moment by xoiiii'thing- hat U it. it it h ii"t a feeling akin to chivalry? . "In thee qmirrvU if Itlaiiea see thift tie has gone too far, htf apologizes by licking I.obo's face in a concflitary manner, always effect mi I. 'The fart that the male how chiv Luttu feeling, and that the puir con-( tintie 11 mute in the autumn ami win- j ter when the sexual intimt t dormant. ' are partial evidence that the wolvei jinir for life." A Most Worthy Article. When an attic: hai been on tin market inr year and friend ew; year, it i afe to call thU m-diclne worthy one. Such U Ballard' Hore hound .Syrup. H poitively cures eough and all Pulmonary ditf. One of Iho bt known merchants in Mobile, Ala., ay: "Kr live year my family ha not leen troubled with the winter coughn. W'c owe thin to Dullard' Horehound Syrup. I know it has naved my chil dren from many sick spells." Sold l,y Hart' Drug Store. IIMIMMIMMtUttMtMHMMMMmMMMtj Fisher Bros. Company DO WOLVES MARRY FOR LIFE? The automobile will sooon discover it has a rival in the field, when the grid iron begins to yield its annual harvest of casualties. The October American Magazine con tains an intenefttincr article on "Tlie Habits of Wolves" bv Ernest Thompson Seton. The article contains many facts about animal marriage. Mr. beton, for example, thinks that wolves marry for life. He says: "I have several times seen a male and female wolf together at a time when the sexual passion is dormant; and yet the male showed the female more at tention than he would have done had she simply been a smaller male. This points to a permanent partnership. "In the London Zoo is a pair of wolves officially called Lobo and Blanca. The male is from Western Texas, the female from Arizona; they are good typical examples of tne gray or buffalo won of those high plains. f. "They have been there for five years and are supposed to be seven years old. They bred in 1D03, producing nine cubs, and in 1904 eight. The father has always been kept away from the young, so it is not known whether he has any parental feelings. "These two old wolves live in harmony except when the keepers come to the dige. Both are fond of being noticed, and eager to monopolize all attention; each strives jealously to be next to the bars, pushing the other away, barking and growling meanwhile with bristling mane and evident temper. Sole Agents for Barbour's and Finlayson's Salmon Twine and Netting : Hardware, Iron, Steel and Ship Chand- j j : lery. Pipe and Pipe Fittings, Brass :: Goods, Paints, Oils, Glass and Hardwood I Groceries J A Complete Line of Fishing, Cannery Logger and Mill Supplies j Fisher Bros. 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