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6J r MSO 1m i iMiisrilipLi ,1H5 EXCELENCE OF SYRUP OF FIGS I is due not only to the originality and .simplicity of the combination, bat also hto the care and skill with which it is manufactured by scientific processes i.lcnown to the California Fig Sjtbtjp Oo. only, and we wish to impress upon 11 the importance of purchasing the "true and original remedy. As the jgenuine Syrup of Figs is manufactured fcy the California Fig Sfruf Co. only, a knowledge of that fact will assist one in avoiding the worthless Imitations manufactured brother pat ties. The high standing of the CALI FORNIA Fro Syrup Co. with the medi cal profession, and the satisfaction which the genuine Syrup of Figs ha3 igiven to millions of families, makes the name of the Company a guaranty f the excellence of its remedy. It is :far in advance of all other laxatives, as it acts on the kidneys, liver and towels without irritating or weaken ing them, and it does not gripe nor mauseate. In order to get its beneficial effects, please remember the name of (he Company CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP CO. SAN FUANCISOO. Cat. XAUI8TXI.I.E. Ky. NKW TonK. R. T. DIVULGED A CABINET SECRET fs-Siai7 of State Sberman Tells Secret Dealings. HE TRIED TO PREVENT WAR Says Negotiations for the Purchase of Cuba From Spain Were Under Way When the War Sentiment Arose and Spoiled All. Chicago, Dec 29. A special to the Tribune from Washington says: 'Former Secretary of State Jobn Sher 'nan, in an inverview, tell a an interest ing cabinet secret, which in the days be Sore tbe war was frequently suspected, 2mt never establisbed. With considera ble emotion, he eaid : "'I tried to prevent this fooli9h war with Spain. As a matter of fact, nego vii&tions were in progress to purchase Cabafrom Spain when the war feeling suddenly rose and swept everything be Jore it. And Spain would have accepted the terms. "This is a matter of secret history. And now what have we got to stow for ad this expense? Some islands in the Philippines, for instance, which are wrorth about $200,000 perannumincome ; increased indebtedness of $200,000 and a Jot of islands inhabited mainly by man eaters. And tbe most distressing fea ture of the affair is that we are now bout to be called upon to pay $20,000, O00 for territory that we could have taken without expending a dollar. DR WURTH'S OPINION OF THE NEW DISCOVERY IN MED ICINE. A Remarkably Successful Remedy for Dyspepsia, Indigestion and Stom ach Troubles. ."Sr. Wurth in commenting on recent discoveries in medicine said : There is aione which 19 certain to be so valuable and far reaching in benefit as Stuart's iDyspepsia tablets, the new stomach rem dyi I eay far reaching, because jpeoplelittle realise how important a sound stomach and vigorona digestion is o every man, woman and child. Indigestion is the starting point of consumption, heart disease, Bright' s disease, diabetes, nervous prostration, liver troubles; why is this so? Simply because every nerve, muscle and tissue in oar bodies is created and nourished from the food we eat. If that food is, by reason of a weak stomach, compelled to lie for hours, a sour, fermenting mass of half digested food, it poisons the blood and nervous system, creates gas which distends tbe stomach and bowels, caus ing pressure on the heart, lungs and other organs, and seriously impeding their action. He says further, tbe point to direct at tention is not the nerves, nor heart, nor lungs, nor kidneys, but the stomach,the first cause of all the mischief. The remedy to use for indigestion and weak stomachs is not some cathartic, but a remedy which will digest the food, increase the flow of gastric juice, absorb the gases, and Stuart's DyspepsiaTablets will accomplish exactly this result in any case of stomach trouble, because these tablets are composed of the diges tive acids, aseptic pepsin. Golden Seal and bismuth, pleasant to taste, and not being a patent medicine, can be used by anyone with perfect safety. I believe Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets will cure any form of indigestion and stomach trouble except cancer of tbe stomach. Full eiz9 packages of Stuart's Dyspep sia Tablets are sold by druggists at 50 cents or by mail from F. A. Stuart Co., Marshall, Mich. A book on stomach diseases together with thousands of tes timonials will be sent by addressing above, or call on your druggist for them. Attention Bowlers. F. W. Weinschenck, manager of Moody's bowling alleys, will give to three persons making the highest average scores in five successive games of bowling between, now and Christmas, one turkey apiece. After December Jst, each Thursday evening and Monday afternoon will be reserved for ladies and their escorts only. To the lady making the highest average score in five suc cessive games between December 1st and April 1st, be will give a handsome silver tea set consisting of one teapot, one sugar bowl, one cream pitcher and one spoonholder. To the lady with the next highest average score, one silver cake dish. To the lady with the third high est score, one silver pie knife. 11-28-10 Gold in Pike's Peak. Colorado Springs, Colo., Dec. 19. A strike of gold in the Strickler tunnel, btiue driven through Pike's Peak to in crease the water supply of this ity, has caused the most intense excitement in Colorado Springs. A splendid yein bearing large quantities of sylvanite has been encountered by the contractor, Geo. W. Jackson, and samples from the find assay up into the thousands. Today pieces of tbe ore were roasted, and globules of gold were apparent in the rock. The find Is of importance to this city, as the riches will revert to the city of Colorado Springs. Experts who have examined the prop erty say that millions of dollars' worth of gold are contained in the vein encountered. SlOO Reward SIOO. The readers of this paper will be pleased to learn that there is at least one dreaded disease that science has been able to cure in all its stages, and that is Catarrh. Hall's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure known to the medical fraternity. Catarrh being a constitu tional disease, requires a constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally, acting directly upon tbe blood and mucous surfaces of the disease and giving the patient strength by build ing up the constitution and assisting nature in doing its work. The proprie tors have 83 much faith in its curative pocrwe, that they offer One Hundred Do jars for any case that it fails to cure. Send for list of testimonials. Addrees, F. J. Cheney, & Co., Toleda, O. Sold by druggists, 75c. Hall's Family Pills are the best. New Yorkers Reach 'Frisco. San Francisco, Dec. 19. The Third battalion of tbe First New York regi ment, which arrived here late last night on tbe transport Scandia, will be landed today in time to witness the departure for home of their comrades now here. The new arrivals will be encamped at the Presidio, and in about a week sent on to their homes. They are in com mand of Major J. K. Segue. There were 90 convalescent soldiers from Manila on the Scandia, in charge of Major Woodruff. The vessel also brought Beven sailors from Dewey's fleet, three of them prisoners who will eerve their sentence at Mare island, the other four being men whose terms of service had expired. How to Look Good. Good looks are really more than skin deep, depending entirely on a healthy condition of all tbe vital organs. If the liver be inactive, you have a bilious look ; if your kidneys be effected, you bave a pinched look. Secure good health and you will surely have good looks. VElec tric Bitters" is a good Alternative and Tonic. Acts directly on the stomach liver and kidneys. Purifies the blood, cures pimples, blotches aDd boils, and gives a good complexion. Every bottle guaranteed. Sold at Blakeley & Hough ton's drug store. 50 cents per bottle. 5 More Rain in California. San Francisco, Dec. 20. Another co pious rain has fallen throughout north ern and central California. Reports from all eections of the state show that for the paBt week damp, foggy weatbei has prevailed, so that tbe soil has ab sorbed erery bit of tbe rain that fell last week. In most of the valleys the eoil is in splendid condition for seeding, and where grain was sown early it has sprouted and is looking well. In the Sacramento valley the farmers have ceased worrying over possibilities of a drouth, and are now confident that sufficient rain will fall to insure big crops of grain. The indications are for a continuance of the rain. Compliment to Simon. Washington, Dec. 19. Senator Simon was complimented by the vice-president today, being appointed a member of the special committee on tbe centennial of the capitol. This will give him a prom inent place in all proceedings in refer ence to the ceremonies of the occasion next year, as the senate and house com mittees will virtually have entire charge of the affair. Senator Wilson will leave tomorrow for Washington, to remain until after the senatorial election. W ant Rev. John Watson. New York, Dec. 20. Prominent mem bers of Plymouth church, Brooklyn, hope that it will be possible to induce Rev. John Watson (Ian Maclaren) to accept the pastorate soon to be vacated by Dr. Lyman Abbott. Dr. Watson is now pastor of the Sef ton Park Presfay ttri.m cburcb, Liverpool. Cor Sale or Trade. One hundred and sixty acres, good fruit and dairy farm in Klickitat county, two miles from Rufus, for sale or trade for city property. See Dad Butts. 19-3t FRENCH & CO., BANKERS. TRANSACT A KNEKAL BANKING BUE1NE8 Letters of Credit iesued available in the Eastern States. Sight Exchange and Telegraphic Transfers sold on New York, Chicago, St. Louis, San Francisco, Portland Ore gon, Seattle WaBh,, and various points in Oregon and Washington. Collections made at all points on fav orable terms. J. 8. BCHKNK, President. fl. M. Beaj. , Cashier First National Bank. THE DALLES - - - OREGON A General Banking Business transacted Deposits received, subject to Sight Draft or Check. Collections made and proceeds promptly remitted on day of collection. Sight and Telegraphic Exchange sold on New York, San Francisco and Port land. DIREOTOHS. D. P. Thompson. Jno. S. Schbkck, Ed. M. Williams, Geo. A. Liebx. H. M. Bball. PROFESSIONALS. W. LUNDELL, b. m. Teacher of Vocal Culture. Bight Reading and Harmony. Studio at Residence. Cor. 6th and Liberty, nvesgtion ol'.oitea THE DALLES, OR. JJA. STURDEVANT, Dentist. Office over French fc Co.'s Bank Phone 6, THE DALLE3, OREGON J)AN ROBERTS, Attorn ey-at-Law. Collections a Specialty. Seeond Street, THE DALLES, OREGON. JOLLIE V- O'LEARY, Art Studio. Room 3, Chapman Block. China painting a specialty. TK' GEI8INDOBFFEB Physician and Surgeon, Special attention given to surgery. Rooms 21 and 22, Tel. 328 Vogt Block FRED. W.WILSON, ATTORNEY-AT LAW, , THE DALLES, OREGON. Ofliee ovei First Nat. But. B 8 HUNTINGTON . H 8 WILSON HUNTINGTON WILSON, ATTORNEYS AT LAW. THE DALLES, OREGON Office over First Nat. Bank. PLEASE LOOK HERE. WM. MICH ELL, Undertaker and Embalmer. THE DALLES. OREGON. Rooms on Third Street, One Block Back of French & Co.'s Bank.' PICTURES FRAMED. ALL PRICES AWAY DOWN. 3 IN 33S CINV 3 WOO Regulator Line He Dalles. Portlani ani Astoria Navigation Co.' strs. Regnlator S Dalles City FREIGHT AND PASSENGER LINE BETWEEN The Dalles, Hood River, Cascade Locks and Port land daily, xce Sunday. DOWN THE VALLET OR TO EASTERN OREGON? Are you going If so, save money and enjoy a beautiful trip on the Columbia. The we.it-bound train arrives at The Dalles in ample time for passengers to take the steamer, arriving in Portland in time for the outgoing boutuern ana JsortDern trains; .East bound passengers arriving in The Dales In time to take the East-bound train. For further information apply to J. N. HARNEY, Agent, Oak Street Dock. Portland, Oregon, Or W C. ALLAWAY, Gen. Agt., The Dalles. Orego r to toner jj GENERAL r Wagon and Carriage Work. Fish Brothers' Wagon. iPhinil onrl TnfFaTinnii DhnnolCn fc. 111UU QUU UbUQUUU. 1UUUD1J3 I. C. McMsen's Book Store. A sweeping: reduction on books, dress ing cages, albums, fancy goods, guitars, mandoline, silverware, watches, jewelry, pictures and toys on 3 Great Bargain Days. Thursday the 15th. Monday, the 19th. Thursday the 22d. From our already low prices, we give on those days a Cash Discount of 20 per cent. Why and wherefore? To give everybody an opportunity to buy Christ mas presents cheaper than ever before, and to select from a larger variety than offered elsewhere. Remember the date and the place, Nickelsen's Bargain Days, the loth, 19th and 22d. Special redaction on Pianos and Organs. Watei luan's Ideal Fountain Pen, dictionaries and school books are not in eluded in the special reduction, which applies strictly to Holiday Goods. , Branch Office Oregon Viavi Company, Room 7, over French's Bank. Office hours, 2 to 4 p. m- Charlotte F. Roberts, Local Manager. 4 Blffimiifis ...AND... g llorsesnoors. GRRND BMLL Jackson Engine Gompanyjlo. 1, Fiiilay Eveniag, Tickets, COMMITTEE ON AKKIINGEMENTS. Caas F Lauer, Geo A Liebe, W H Butet, John Blaeer, A. Sandrock. RECEPTION COMMITTEE. MT Nolan, . F S Ganoin?, TJSeufert, J B Crcesen, J S Fish, H J Maier, L. Heppner, J P Mclnerny, E Schanno, W L Bmdehaw. FLOOR COMMITTEE. Grant Mays. J Hampshire, H Lonsdale, RBSinnott, J Fisher, P St i . can. F Chrieman, N J Sinnott, FASeufert. Todes ai)d BLACKSMITH and WAGONMAKEB. Blacksmith's Supplies. , Horse-Shoeing a Specialty. Second and Laughlin Streets, THE DALLES, - - , - - - OREGON. Crandall . DEALERS IN fill kinds of UNDERTAKERS EMBALMERS The Dalles, Or. Funeral Supplies M i Simplicity Durability "Turn the lever and you are ready for another." No plate holders with slides to draw. No sleeve or changing bag. No chance to fog plates. No failures. If you want 12 pictures quick, buy the "Quick-Shot,'! the only magazine cams era that holds the plates securely after they are exposed. No rattling or break ing of plates. Best on earth. - $6.00 4x5 $9.00 With one dozen plate holders. Manufactured under the Conley patents by the Rockford Silver Plate Co., ROCKFORD, ILL. We sell only through local apents. Ask our agents to show you this "Quick &hot." Rockford Quick Shot" 12-Plate Magazine Camera. A. Ad. KELLER, ...He Heuo wen OlflOio Fi Sal 90 Second St., second door from Court. I"" 11 18 "(October 15 j A. AD. KELLER ! 5 The Dalles, Or. I 10.90. I I $1 worth of checks 1 ? good for 10c drink, 1 E or cigar. j check wltu each purchase War or No war You will always have the benefit of Low Prices at flydrqw feller's 5afe. Ice Cream, Ice Cream Soda, Candies Fruits, Nuts and Oysters in any stj'le. - ' Dec. 30, 1898. $1.00 pabrie We are ready to 9how them in Dry Goods, Notions, Clothing, Boots and Shoes, Ladies' Capes and Jackets. "Time enough" is a poor principle. Thoen who make the earliest selections secure best results. The stock is complete and new and we invite you to look at it. 5. p Stepfys, & Barget flobes, Burial Shoes, Etc Quick Sellers No Complaints The Snipes-Kinersly Drug Co. AGENTS, The Dalles, Oregon. i in hi THE DALLES, OREGON Tom Burke's Homestead Whiskey Specialty in Imported French Liquors and Cognac. Best Domestic Liquors, Wines and Cigars. The Largest and Best of August Buehler' Home-made Beer and Porter., Agent for tbe Swiss Pub. Co., New York.