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About The morning Astorian. (Astoria, Or.) 1899-1930 | View Entire Issue (May 13, 1908)
THE MORNING ASTORIAN, ASTORIA, OREGON. WEDNESDAY, MAY 33,1908. 4' f ! The Store 'MF&Mk Ladies FOR Women BEE(&3kHIVE Outfitters MILLINERY i Sale of Pattern Hats j All CIO Dnfnrnc rkf All $12 Patterns for one week at These hats were the choice WATERFRONT NOTES YESTERDAY ' T" ALESIA ARRIVES .AND NICO MEDIA DEPARTS ELDER EN- . TERS PORT 24 HOURS BEHIND TIME-WESTERNER CLEARS FOR THE BAY CITY-ODDS AND ENDS. The fine Portland-Asiatic liner Alesia arrived in from China and Japan early yesterday morning and met her sister-ship, the Nicomedia, m the cnannei on tne v. . . pier, bound outward. Captain Ernst, of the Alesia reports a fairly quick passage over, with no untoward event to mark it He was overheard to ex press himself, however, in no unmeas ured terms, of the last cargo he took out of this port. It happened to be 190 tons of rich and redolent ferti lizer, and from the captain's remarks yesterday, the farther he went to sea with it, the stronger it smelled, until it nearly drove him into the "sick bay", and he declared he never was so glad to see port in his career at sea as when he reached the destination of that small, but strong, segment of his great cargo, and he has been 'storm-driven pretty severely in his time. The plucky little "Pup," the Delia, will leave out for Nestucca today with a full miscellaneous cargo; and it is the intention of Captain Jones, to be in readiness to leave there for Astoria one week from today and come up the coast with the great flying squadrons of Uncle Sam. He expects to convoy the fleet as far as the Columbia bar, and having a good time in the doing of it. The steamship Geo. W. Elder ar-J rived in port from the California coast at 7 o'clock last evening, just 24 hours behind her schedule, owing to heavy head-winds all the way up the coast from Port Los Angeles She went on, to Portland after a short stay at the Callender pier. The O. R. & N. people will open up the new schedule and run to Megler, their new port on the north shore opposite this city, on the first day. of June, when the Nahcotta and the Potter will do the Portland and Astoria stunts to that point. The fine steamer Hassalo of the O. R. & N. service will come back to the Portland-Astoria run on the first of June, her repairs being completed at that time The French bark Edouard De Taille came down the river yesterday and will leave out for Europe on the first tow line that offers, probably today. The Westerner cleared for San Francisco from this port yesterday, with 600,000 feet of choice Oregon lumber. The P.-A. steamship Nicomedia went over the Columbia . bar at an early hour yesterday morning, bound for Hong Kong and Shanghai. The German bark Urania was among the getaways from this port yesterday for Europe. DONE BY DEED Special power of attorney from the heirs of Fritz Englehardt to Imperial German Consul, at Portland. Georgine Ling et ux and et als to O. S. Brinswanger lots and blocks, Morriston Park; $600. Marie Drilling et ux to Ole Paulson land in S. H. Smith, D. L. C; $185. W, H. Moore and wife and D. B. Howard to Delaura Beach Co, 278 acres, etc, in Clatsop county; $1. $6 hats of the season. MUSICAL FORCES OF OLD ASTORIA GRAND MUSICAL FESTIVAL, UNDER AUSPICES OF PHIL HARMONIC SOCIETY TO BE GIVEN ON THURSDAY, JUNE 18, AT ASTORIA OPERA HOUSE The Astoria Philharmonic Society was in session again' last evening, with Dr. Emil Enna in the conduct or's stand, and his baton carried the forty clever singers through the in tricate and beautiful numbers that are to feature the splendid affair that is to be pulled off in this city on the 18th of next month. This is nothing less than a grand musical festival, for which the Astoria Opera House has been engaged and will be one of the real events of the year 1908; because in its pabulum of delightful offerings the musical culture of Astoria is to rigure as it has never yet figured and to very pronounced advantage. The affair will include among its great attractions the exquisite con tralto voice of Mrs. Walter Reed, the famous vocalist of the metropolis, and J. Claire Montieth, the great Oregon baritone, together with a fine orches tra and the local chorus of forty peo ple; the whole constituting the finest presentation of its kind in this city for many a long year, saving the big Sangerfest of last season. The program of the evening will contain among other charming num bers, a new seting of Tennyson's "Sweet and Low," by Dr. Enna, to be heard for the first time in public, and admittedly the very best of this ac- accomplished master's productions. Denza's "Garden of Flowers" with chorus and soloists, is also billed for the occasion, as is Grieg's "At the Cloister Gate"; all under the finished leadership of Dr. Enna, which is of itself assurance in full of the scope and perfection of the engagement Astoria if justifiably proud of the real advance made by her musical coterie under the impetus of the Phil harmonic organization and the devot ed leadership that has made it pos sible, and Astoria will demonstrate its appreciation and pleasure at this coming climax of study and effort. The Most Common Cause of Suffering Rheumatism causes more pain and suffering than any other disease, for the reason that it is the most common of all ills, and it is certainly gratifying to sufferers to know that Chamber lain's Pain Balm will afford relief, and make rest and sleep possible. In many cases the relief from pain, which is at first temporary, has become perma nent, while in old people subject to chronic rheumatism, often brought on by dampness or changes in the weather, a permanent cure cannot be expected; the relief from pain which this liniment affords is alone worth many time its cost. 25 and 50 cent sizes for sale by Frank Hart and Leading Druggists. PERSONAL MENTION Charles H. Abercrombie will go to Salem on this morning's train and while in Portland will pay his re spects to Adjutant-Genegal Finzer to whom was sent the names of As torians who wish to form a company of the Oregon National Guard. Mrs. Gertrude Osburne, of La Grande, is in the city, the guest of her friend, Mrs. A. A. Douglas. Suscribe for the Morning Astorian, 60 cents per month. T PROGRAMME FOR ' "BATTLESHIP DAY SAN FRANCISCO. MAY 11, 08. THE PRESIDENT CHAM- BER OF COMMERCE: ASTORIA, ORE, BY DIRECTION OF THE NAVY DEPARTMENT YOU ARE .INFORMED THAT THE ATLANTIC FLEET IS TO ARRIVE NEAR THE LIGHTSHIP, MOUTH OF THE COLUMBIA RIVER AT NOON, MAY 20TH. (Siened). "SPERRY." The foregoing was the first am best news of the day yesterday, and was posted instantly at the Astorian officers on its being made public by President Schollicld, of the Chamber of Commerce; and the next item of public interest was the announcement that Mayor Herman Wise would pub lish the following: PROCLAMATION. To the Public: Admiral Sperry wires that he will bring the Atlantic fleet close by the mouth of the Columbia river at noon on Wednesday, May 20. There being a general desire on the part of the public to view the splendid marine spec tacle, the like of which the people living along the Pacific Coast may not soon again have the opportunity to witness, I most respectfully and earnest ly request that all business houses suspend business on that day so far as the same may be practicable. Given under may hand this 12th day of May, 1908. HERMAN WISE, Mayor of the City of Astoria. FREIGHT RATES Moderate Advance in Rates Would be Beneficial SUGGEST JOINT CONFERENCE The Committee Decided That the Pro posal to Advance Freight Rates Had Not Yet Been Placed in Tangible Shape for Formal Consideration. NEW YORK, May 12 Committees of he Merchants Association and of the Board of Trade and Transporta tion held meetings yesterday to con sider the proposed freight rate in creases in the trunk line territory 'which it is expected said have been practically agreed to and are effective October 1. The management of the produce exchange also has under advisement the attitude which that association will assume toward the movement. In neither case, however, has any definite decision been reached. The executive of the merchants' asso ciations had before it the invitation to a joint conference on the matter issued last week by the Illinois Manu facturers' Association and a special meeting of the Board of Managers has been called for tomorrow to con sider the subject. The commitee on railroad trans portation of the Board of Trade and Transportation decided that the pro posal to advance freight rates had not yet been placed in sufficiently tangible shape for formal considera tion and yet another meeting will be held on May 22 by which time the committee thought more specific in formation might be had as to what railroad propose in the way of freight rate increases. While in neither case was a vote taken, it seems probable that the board of trade's committee is op posed to any increase which the exe cutive committee of the Merchants Association inclined to regard the question as an open one. It is known that some individual members of the .association regard the proposed in- creases as reasonable. May business men, it is said, in well j? I These interesting declarations have cleared the air of all doubt as to the coming of the fleet and the time of its arrival in these waters, and goes a long way to ensure a genuine holi day for the people of the city and county, It will be one of those days that rarely come into the communal life and may be classed with the red- letter" days all refer to when they recall some potent and charming in cident and its time. And in this spirit the general impulse throughout the business world of Astoria is to close on the 20th of May and send everyone who desires to go to the coast to sec that which they may not look on again for many a long year The banks, the schools, factories, every institution that may close with out detriment to the public service is billed to shut its doors for the day; and in such an event there will be a mighty and jolly exodus to the water front of the old Pacific. The Roanoke will take her hun dreds out over the bar for the doner view of the great squadrons; the lesser craft of the bay and river will foregather at their docks in the morn ing and carry other hundreds to many points of advantage along the lower margins of the bay; the railway trains will take still other hundreds to the resort points along the southern line nd by 10 o'clock on "Battleship Day" there will be a tremendous host out to see all that may be seen with comfort and success. And that they will be compensated amply goes without saying for they will see the ships on their own immense field in j full sailing order and trim, the most realistic picture obtainable, of such a scene. informed quarters are impressed with the claim of the railroads that the business of the country at large would be greatly improved by a moderate advance in freight rates, which would add materially to the purchasing power of the railroads and enable them to order freely all classes of supplies, which they are buying now only in hand to mouth fashion. The railroads, it is estimated, purchase at least half of the iron and steel out put of the country and more than half of the rough lumber. STRIKE NOT DECIDED UPON. Both Sides Claim to Be in the Right Conference to be Held today. CHICAGO, May 12.-The light of the employes of the North and West side street car lines whose dismissals were demanded on a threat of a strike by the members of the division union number 421 held a secret meeting yes terday. It said steps were taken to secure legal assistance looking to ward an injunction forbidding the company from discharging them. It was reported that the grand jury will be asked to investigate the case with the object of securing the in dictment of the officers of the union on a charge of conspiracy. Union men, however, believe they already won the fight and that within a short time the matter will be amic ably settled. They think that within a short time the company will cither compel the 19 men to rejoin the union and pay their back dues, or that it will discharge them. A committee was chosen which will call upon Presiden John M. Roach of the Chicago Railways Com pany and inform him of the result of the recent strike vote. Unless satis factory 1 arrangements are made his reply will be reported to the union after which a strike may be called. Union official say they will not re cede from their demands be discharg ed or else forced back into the organi zation. MEXICO CITY, May 12,-The war department last night announced that it has no information relative to the reports from Sonora of the sur render of Yaquis and inclined to minimize the importance of any ac tion taken by the local military auth orities. The Yaquis are regarded1 as outlaws and any prisoners taken will be treated judicially according to the depredations in which they have par- ticipated. Troops will be kept in the Yaquis country and the deportation policy of the government will be con- tinued. ' " .,..0 Oil LIH We sell quality groceries at pop ular prices and guarantee every thing we sell Acme Grocery Co. HIGH GRADE S21 COMMERCIAL STREET HWWWWWWW4WWWWM THEJEWEL With Moving Pictures and Illus trated Songs IS NOW OPEN Performances at The Bijou Dream has been discontinued Cor. i ith & OPPOSITE STAR THEATRE 'Warning!!. Be on the lookout for a man named R. L. BURTON, who represents that he works for us. This man has no author ity to transact any business whatever for us. All remittances should be mail ed direct to the offices of The Jacobs-Stine Comp'y. Lr(.t HubdULIon Operators on lh I'aolflo Cuil 148 Fifth St. PORTLAND, ORE. SERIOUS FIRE IN TONOPAH. TON'OI'AIl, Ncv., May 12-Fire which completely laid in ruins the Palace Hotel block in Tonopah start- ed in the hotel at 10:30 a. m. and at 1 o'clock this morning, a damage of $150,000 is entailed. The fire is under control after a valiant fight of the en tire fwc department and what threat ened to wipe out the entire business section of the city was averted only by the most heroic efforts of the fire men and the wide streets of the city which prevented the flames leaping a gap. A fortunate shifting of the wind at an 'opportune' moment also contrib uted to sparing Tonopah a more seri ous conflagration. There was no in surance as the burned block was of such an inflamablc nature the insur ance companies would not take tne risks. The origin of the fire is un known and individual losses cannot be estimated this early. COFFEE You can buy something called "coffee" at 10c lb with 3000 miles of R R freight from the roaster; don't Your rrocer returns yonr mon. If f m don't Dm Schilling' Bit: w. pir hi". NEW TO-DAY The Palace Restaurant The ever-increasing popularity of the Palace Restaurant is evidence of the good management, and the serv ice, at this popular dining room. For a long time the reputation of the house has been of the best and it does not wane as time progresses. The system used, that of furnishing the finest the market affords, and all can be 'obtained, in season, is a plan that will always win, coupled as it is with the best of cooking and prompt service. A common saying nowadayi is "Get the Palace habit." GBOCEIIIES.... GROCERIES PHONE 681 Commercial j The very best board to be obtained in the city li at "The Occident Hotel" Ratea very reasonable. - The Commercial One of the coziest and most popular resorts in the city is the Commercial ' A new billiard room, a pleasant sitting room and handsome fixtures all aa to make an agreeable meeting place for gentlemen, there to discusi the topics of the day, play a game of billiard' and enjoy the fine refreshments serv ed there. The best of goods are only handled, and this faet being so well known, a large business is done at the Commercial, on Commercial street, near Eleventh. " i The Clean Man. The man who delight in personal cleanliness, and enjoys hit shave, shampoo, haircut, and bath, in As toria, always goes to the Occident barber shop for these things and gets them at their best. GOOD WOOD. If you want good load of fir wood or box wood ring up KELLY the WOOD DEALER, The man who keeps the PRICES DOWN. Phone Main 2191 Barn, Cor. 12tk? and Duane. New Grocery Store. Try our own mixture ot coffeethe J. P. B. Fresh fruit and vegetables. Badollet & Co., grocers. Phone Main 1281. Just received a new line of umbrella eovers, See C. H. Orkwitz, 137 Tenth street LADY MANICURIST ENGAGED The Modern, A. E. Petersen'a beautiful tonsorial establishment, has been further modernized by the per manent engagement of a highly train ed young lady manicurist, who will also serve the house as cashier. 7 v