THE CORVALLIS GAZET fE. FRIDAY. JULY G, 1900. Ladies' Silk Waists Good material. Good workman ship. New Styles. 7 to $10 each. Underskirts Merceniaed cotton. Looks like ilk. Wears as well as silk. Pop ular colors. $1.50 to 2.2f eaeh Taffeline Fer flue skirt iiaiags and Tor shirt waits. Twelve shade. 50 cents per yard. S, E, Young & Son Albany, Oregon. LOCAL MVVS. Paul Schmidt and wiff, of Albany celebrated in Corvallis. Ed Crawford came up from Salem and spent the Fourth among his many friends in thin city. Wm. Headrick, of Alsea, spent the Fourth in Corvallis and enjoy ed himself hugely, he says. Mr. Headrick returned home yesterday. A. J. Shipley, of Smithfield. Polk trountv, arrived Tuesday for a fw days' visit with relatives and friends. Mr. Shipley formerly re sided in Benton. A short note from Father Jurek, dated Rome, Italy, June 18th, re ceived yesterday, states that he is well, and contains regards to all friends in CorvaUis. The logging company of C. K Spaulding, operating on the Luckia mute river, now have about 8,000,- 000 feet of logs in the watrr. They are consigned to pulp mills at Ore gon City. Miss Bertha Thrasher, the un fortunate victim of bunday s run away, is getting along as well as could be expected. The cool weather of tho few days following the accident was very beneficial for her, as hot weather in the case of broken bones is often the cause of much suffering, as well as evil con sequences. At the United Evangelical par Bonasre last Tuesday evening the marriage of Homer Lilly and Rachel Henderson occurred. The ceremony was performed by Rev. L. M. Boozer. Both of the young peo ple are of Benton county; they are highly respected and each has a host of friends to wish them all the joys of life. They will make their future home on the farm near Wren. Cal Thrasher was in Chemawa, Marion county, when the accident befell his daughter, Miss Bertha, last Sunday, and did not learn of it until Monday morning, when he was located by telephone. He im mediately came home, but owing to affairs of a business nature he was compelled to go back to Marion again this morning, where he will likely have to remain for a couple of weeks. An accident befell Elmer Clark, Wednesday, which, it was feared at first, might prove serious. He was a member of the Hook & Ladder team which entered the hub-and-hub hose nce. When near the finish of the race he stepped on a rock and was thrown. He was nearly exhausted, and fell heavily, striking on his head and shoulders Fortunately the wheel of the cart missed him. He was picked up unconscious, and carried into Dr. Cathey's office, whete restoratives were applied and his bruises given attention. It is now hoped that his recovery will be rapid. The proverbial old nag and "farmer" rider were in evidence at the races Tuesday. When the quarter-mile dash was called, a hay-seedy old gentleman, in his shirt sleeves and his pants tucked inside his boots, dragged, rather than led, a dilapidated old sorrel nag on the track. As the other animals for this event capered about nervously under their jockeys, the old man and his steed were subjected to many joshing remaaks. When the horses dashed under the wire at the finish of the race, how ever, the old fellow and his plug were only a length behind the leader and the race was won in 2oi reconds. - Now that the "Glorious Day" is pasted a sigh of relief will be heaved by many that there were no more casualties than took place. No youngster, as f tr as known, had his eye-winkers singed, no fires were get or any thinr on this order. It is a little early to begin to give advice about the celebration a year hence, but in the way of sky-io-,kets too much cire cannot be employed in touching them off, as a look at S. L. Kline's store building will prove. A rocket sighted toward the top of this building shot through the sheet-iron casing and entirely through the woodwork to the inter ior of the store. It was very evi dent that had a man been the target a hole would have been made through him that would have been as light as day. Farmers state that no hay to speak of has yet been injured by the late rains. Joe Garrow left yesterday for McCloud, Calif, where he will spend the summer. Wilbur Garrow, who left last week to join his lather in California has reached his destination, and is now employed as superintendent of a dry kiln for a large lumber com pany. The management of the Oregon state fair have decided to increase the premiums for the best county exhibits as follows: First, te f 200; second, to $100; third, to $75, and fourth, to $50. Geoge Reed, an ex-member of Co. K, 2nd Oregon, is here, and will assist Jacob Sellers on the brick buildings. Mr. Reed is a brick mason and hails from Corvallls. McMinnville Transcript. E. S. Strong has entirely re modeled the residence which he re cently purchased of Mrs. Quivey and it is now one of the most com fortable and attractive homes in the city. He will occupy it this week Rev. P. Moses and wife left Cor vaUis yesterday for Tangent, where they will permanently reside. The reverend gentleman has resigned from the ministry and does not at present intend to again take up the work. Married, on Tuesday evening at the residence of Mr. Alonzo Lloyd, Mr. Marceilus Gillespie of Eugene, and Miss Vina Pittman of Blodgett, Rev. Noble officiating. Many good wishes follow the happy pair to their home in Lane county. James Cantwell, a member of the force on the Peoples' Press, came over from Albany to spend the Fourth. He is quite well acquaint ed in Corvallis and vicinity, and is generally referred to as "Curly Jim." While here he paid this office a friendly cill. A GRAND SUCCESS. The Celebration In This City Best in Its History. was the The citizens of Corvallis have reason to congratulate themselves on the splendid work accom plished by the fourth of July ,comniittee recently appointed by them to take charge of the cele bration. No similar undertak ing in this city has ever resulted more successfully and this was the first two-days' program ever given here. The showers of Wednesday kept the flames of patriotism from bursting into a blaze, but the spark was burning brightly and all the exercises were entered into with enthusiasm. Crowds began pouring into the city early the morning of the third, and their number was largely augmented by excursion ists on the Fourth. The threat ening weather ot the morning, however, kept away people from the country who would have otherwise attended. Tuesday's program was opened with a concert by the Dusty band. This is a really excellent organization and would do credit to any town the size of Corval lis. Their playing here was highly enjoyed and received many complements. The game of ball between Mc Minnville and Corvallis teams; resulted in a victory for the latter by a score of 7 to 12. After the first inning the game was hotly contested and was a beautiful ex hibition. THE HORSE RACKS. Communion service at the Pres byterian church next Sabbath morning. It is hoped that any member of the church who is in the city will be present and a very kind invitation is extended to all who desire to unite in this service. Sabbath School at 10 a. m. and evening service at 8 p. m. t i rf . " . jonn Simpson receiver! a letter a few days ago from his son Eugene, who has been In San Francisco for some time. Gene wrote that he ex pected to start for home on the 7 th inst. On his arrival he will at once plunge into the Belgian Hare in dustry, in connection with big fath er, and together they will prosecute this business for all its worth. Mies Olive Thompson arrived yesterday from Hotel del Coronado, California, at which place the was piamste for a long time in the or chestra that have furnished music at this famous resort. She spent her Fourth In Portland. Miss Thompson inUnds remaining home now for home time in order to thoroughly rest and recuperate herself. The magnificent timber to be found in Oregon forests was dis played in a small way in the Cor vallis Sawmill Co. s float on the Fourth. It was impossible, of ceurse to make a large exhibit, but two sticks of 10x10 inches and 40 feet long of clear lumber cannot be duplicated in every country. The rustic and other specimens were elegant. On Sunday morning at 10 o'clock occurred the wedding of Mr. P. L. Withrow of Independence, to Mies Grace Mattley of th's citv. The ceremony took place at the home of the brides parents a mile and a half south of town. The groom is a well known young man of Inde pendence and the bride has a host of friends in Corvallis who wish them all joy in their wedded life. Rev. L. M. Boozer officiated. An ideal day for racing was the verdict of horsemen Tues day, and it certainly was an ideal day from the spectators standpoint. While the sun shone warm and bright, the weather was not saltry. It is estimated that 3,000 witnessed the contests which were held at Kiger's park. No mishaps occurred and gen eral satisfaction was expressed at the manner in which the various events were conducted. The re sults of the son test were an fol lows: . For buggy horses, best two in three, pace or trot, prizes $25 $10, won by Roy Rickard's Babe; time, 2:55 and 2:53. Two-year-olds, best two in three, pace or trot, prizes $25 and $10, won by Bogue's Dewey; time, 3:23 and 3:25. Free for all, two m three, pace or trot, prizes $40 and $10, won by Belknap's Alteno; no time. Quarter mile dash for saddle horses, prizes $20 and $5, won by IngroYe's Flora G; time sq seconds. Half mile dash, free tor all, prizes $25 and $10, won by A R Robinson's Independence Maid ; time, 54 seconds. IN THE EVENING. Another concert by the band in the evening preceded the per formance of 'What Happened to Jones," by the local theatrical company at the opera House. Corral lis people have learned to expect delightful entertain ment from this company, but these from abroad had to learn that Corvallis has some ama teurs that, so far as talent and skill are concerned, are really professionals. The Opera House was crowded from stage to doors, and many were turned away. So admirably was the delightful comedy presented that the audi ence screamed with laughter and-! shook the building with ap plause. Special scenery had been provided and the stage setting was the finest ever seen in this city. The music by Cor vallis orchestra was excellent and put the last finishing touch on as fine an entertainment as a city of this size often sees. The gross receipts were $153. THE FOURTH. Independence day was ushered in by a grand salute at sunrise. The small boy and the fire cracker were astir early and the din continued through the day and far into the night. A game of ball between Leb anon and Corvallis, was won by the latter, the final score being 29 to 3. This occupied the time until the parade which moved at 10:30. This was one of the fea tures of the day,, and what it lacked in size it made up in at tractiveness, lhe noats were unique and appropriate and the special features were most inter esting. Owing to the inclem ency of the weather, the literary exercises were neia in tne opera house. The declaration of Inde pendence was clearly and forcibly read by Miss Laura Thomas, of Jefferson. The oration by Judge L. R. Webster, of Portland, was eloquent and ably delivered The Albany band played several selections. This is undoubtedly the best organization of the kind which that city has had in years ATHLETIC CONTESTS. Promptly at i :3c the afternoon program began. The boat raee from the O. R. N. dock to Fisch er's mill and return was contest ed by four boats. Zeis and Horning succeeded in landing first money, while Strong and A Successful Picnic. Amid sunshine and showers the union school picnic for all of the schools in the western part of the county was held, as previ ously announced, on Saturday, June 36, at Blodgett. There fif- picnic Gerber took second place The Highland Brigade ap peared at 2 o'clock, upon the platform which had been pre pared for them near the Occi dental. At intervals during the afternoon and evening they en tertained the crowd with the graceful and pleasing dances of the Scotch Highlands. Their work was one ot the most popular features of the celebration The five mile bicycle race was won by Harry Miller, with Fred Fischer a close second. Time, 19 minutes. Foot race, one-fourth mile won by Woods; Moore, second. Bicycle race, one-fourth mile, won by Clyde Phillips. Foot raee, 100 yards, won by Newton; Woods, second. Hub-and-hub hose race, won by Cervallis, Lebanon, second. Time 19 seconds. Hose race, wet test, won by Corvallis; Maccabees, second. Time, 29. CONCERT AND DANCE. A grand concert of national airs was given in tbe evening by the Albany, Dusty and Corvallis bands. The Highland Brigade introduced a number of new and original dances. The exercises concluded with a grand ball at the Opera House. The music was furnished by. the Corvallis orchestra and the at tendance is said to have been the largest of any at any ball here in ten years, A splendid time is reported. Notice. Parties having bills against the Fourth of July committee are re quested to present them not later than Saturday evening. E. R. Brybon, Chairman. were included iu this teen districts. lhe dav's pro gram began with the singing of our national song, after which an excellent literary program was rendered, consisting of recita tions, songs, drills, dialogues and a drama. The special feat ures of the program were the drill by pupils of the Blodgett school and a drama from the same district. This district de serves a great deal of credit for the assistance given the superin tendent. Thev did far better than any other school. Prof. W. Gilstrap, now teaching in the Blodgett school, made an excel lent address of welcome in behalf of the schools of Blodgett valley. The spelling match was won by Mabel Wanisley, of Blodgett school; prize, gold pen-holder. Pie-Mtino- fantest wail won bv Mr. Cadawalader; prize, 5oets.l Nail-driving contest, by Miss Noise; prize, "Pilgrim's Prog ress." Orange-eating contest, lussie Mulfcey. Kace tor pu pils under seven, Freddy Kiger; prize, knife. Race for pupils, seven to nine, no entries. Race for rirls, Ruth Straut. Race for pupils, nine to twelve, prize, knife; Ely Kiger. Race for pu nils, twelve and over, Mr. Cada waladar. Superintendent Den man made a short talk on the attendance in the public schools of the county and what was be ing done for the improvement of the same. As-a reward for not being absent or tardy for three months the following pupils were given certificates ot perfect at tendance: Dollie Blodgett, Net tie Blodgett, Fred Kiger, Ely Kiger, Hmstett Norton, Connie Francis, Iva Mulkey, Pearl Rich ardson, Charley Henderson, Les lie Henderson, Lulu Henderson and Jakie Wood. Rev. Samuel Wood, at one time a citizen of Blodgett. but now a minister in the Evangelical church, being present, was invited to make a few remarks. listened to by tmtion. His remarks were all with rapt at An Old-Timer. After an absence of fifteen years Nat Stewart arrived in Corvallis Sunday for a visit with old-time friends. When Mr. Stewart first shook the dirt of Corvallis from his feet he had -just reached his major ity and was a slender young man. Since then he hat developed into a heavv and well rounded gentleman. He has a wife and tour children, also a number of gray hairs in his head to show that'Time" ereepeth on apace. His sen is en the eve of entering a dental college, having just finished his high school course. Mr. Stewart's nome is in santa Bar bara, California, and he is the sher iff of that plate, a position he has held for some time. Nat Stewart was born about a mile below town on what Is referred to as the "Stewart place." In some respects he notes many changes, but on the other hand he says the country looks natural. Compared with hit section he says the growth ef everything here looks vary rank, at they have had a dry season in Southern California this year. He will remain here for two or three weeks, during which time many relatives and friends will be pleas ed to entertain him in ever way possible. $ KLINE'S. Reduction Sale! A liberal rvduetion will be made' on all oar Boys' and Men's Clothing I for tbe months of June and July. LITTLE FELLOW'S VESTBC' Suits with fancy vests. Price $1.50, upwards. TWO PIECE SUITS in all shades! and prices ; $160, upwards. FOR YOUTH'S in long pants, i age 10 to 19 years, $4.00, upwards. ADLER'8 PERFECT FITTIMG1 suits for men will also be in the ulet at a reduction. Suits, $9 op. AT KLINE'6.1 New Principal Elected. At a meeting of the board of di rectors of school district No. 9, held last Monday evening, to elect a suc cessor te Principal S. I. Pratt, of the public school of this city, A. S. McDonald, for two years principal of the Albany public schools, was chosen for this position. His salary will be the same as that paid his Sredecessor, and he will assume his uties at the opening of the school, which occuis September 17th. This completes the corps of teachers for the coming year, which is as follows: A. S. McDonald, Mrs. Nelnis, Miss Wicks, Nick Tartar, Miss Maxwall, Miss Currin, Miss Greffoz, Miss Cooper end Miss Mc- Cormick. Mr. Pratt has accepted the prin- cipalship of the Philomath school at a salary equal to the one received here. The responsibilities will net be so great and his duties will be less exacting. Professor Pratt has had charge of the Corvallis schools for eight years. Under his man agement they have attained a high standard of proficiency, and no word of adverse critizism has been heard against his methods of con ducting the affairs of the institu tion. We congratulate the school board ef Philomath for securing bo competent a man to take charge of their elegant new schools which is just now in course of erection. The people of Corvallis regret very much to have Mr. and Mrs. Pratt leave the community, but are glad that that he is to remain in the immediate vicinity. Another Runaway . An interposition of providence is the only reason that can be given why someone was not killed or badly crippled in a runaway whioh occurred near Maryi river yester day morning. Two couples who had been attending the celebration in this city were driving home. They each had a single rig, and one buggy was occupied by Claude Starr and a young lady, while the other which was immediately be hind contained Frank Porter and another young lady. When near the bridge, their herse took fright at a cow and ran over the grade, upsetting the buggy and throwing the occupants out Mr. Starr whipped his horse into a run, hop Ing to escape the frightened animal behind him, but he failed in this. As it dashed past him the wheel of the Porter buggy took two spokes out of the hind wheel of the other rig, and the lines wrapped around the hub. This soon brought the runaway to a standstill, but not un til he had demolished the buggy. None of those mixed up in the affair were hurt in the least- New Train Service. Sarah J. Eaton. The death of Mrs. Sarah J. Eaton occurred at the home of her son-in-law, S. H. Moore, Saturday evening, as a result of ulceration of the stomach. Mrs. Eaton was born in Ireland, July 4, 1827. For the past thirty years she has been a resident of Illinois, coming to Oregon last Augnst. The funeral occurred Monday at 11 a. m. at Mountain View sehool house. The services were conducted by Rev. Myron Boozer, and interment took place at the Locke cemetery. Mrs. Eaton leaves two daughters Mrs. Lizzie J. Slater and Mrs. Josie Moore, of this city. The new train service on the Corvallis & Eastern should prove satisfactory to the citizens of Corvallis. The train now leaves Corvallis daily except Sunday at 6 a. m. and returning leaves Albany at 7:20 p. m, arriving in Corvallis at 8 :05. It connects both ways with the Portland local at Albany, permitting the round trip to be made in a day giving aix hoars in Portland. Ko-nut, the purest, sweetest, most healthful coeklng material made; eall for it at Zierelfa. Shirt waists, crash skirts and crash suits at 20 per cent discount Some men's suits at half-price at Miller's. Ko-nut for pies and all pastry one used, always used ; for sale at Zierolf'a. Ko-nut a pure fat, at Zierolf'a. sterilized vegetable Milefc Cows for Sale. Dur- Two Jerseys, one Holstein, one bam. For particulars address, J. H. Edwards, Dusty, Or. THERE'S PROFIT IN TRADING HERE. LADIES who wisli to avoid the bother of home work, or the details of dressmaking, will be interested in our iew line of dress skirts. All the fashionable fabrics of the season are included in the line, and the skirts have the fit and "hang" af the bestdress makermade. Take a look at them and you will agree with us. Prices from 45 c to $ 6 50 GROCERY selling in a depart ment store no .longer attracts attention because of itsnovelity, but for the reason that the best of food products costs less there than the exclusive grocer charges. This store is easily in the lead in this respect. Our grocery de partment is appreciated by well posted buyers because it offers an opportunity to supply the family needs in this line at closest prices. Country produce taken. WHENEVER you find a properly organized and rightly conducted men's furnish ing stock in a dry goods store there you will find a successful one. Men no longer shun dry goods store furnishings, for they know they can get correct styles at close prices. We invite the attention of our customers to an especially fine and complete line of neckwear just opened. SHOE value consists in wear, style and comfort. If any of the three are lacking the foot wear is not good value. Our shoes are strictly reliable in qual ity, therefore long wearing; they are stylish, as can be seen at a glance; they are comfortable, be cause fitted by an expert. All our customers wilkbear out these statements. We believe this is the best place for you to buy shoes, and solicit your patronage. F. L. Miller. Every item offered below is proof of the above assertion. The quotations are only a very meagre representa tion of the values which place this store unquestionably in the lead. This store is crowded with the most com plete and comprehensive stock of dry goods we have ever shown. Every line was bought at close prices, and the goods will be passed along to our customers at the usual small margin of profit which has made this store so successful and popular. The New Spring Parasols Are Here This store offers many attractions to economical buyers. A store that relies solely on low prices to win and hold trade is playing "a losing game." To win such success as this store is winning it is necessary that the low prices should represent goods of strictly reliable quality. Every woman in this city who is posted on dry goods, and who takes the time to compare goods and prices will admit that our values are superior. We make and hold customers by treating them right. We lead; others follow. IP you want a stylish spring hat for $3.00, just as good as the $5. 00 kind, come here. The only difference is in the absence of the name, and "what's in a name." If you are willing to pay two dol lars for a name, buy the five dol lar hat If you want to pay only for the hmt, come here. Agent for Kingburry hats. OTJR glove stock is the best patronized and most popular in this vicinity, because we make a constant effort to show n larger line, and offer better. g4ove values than any other local dealer. It is not easy to do a satisfactory kid glove business. It requires long experience, careful buying, con scientious selling and a willing ness to be content with a small profit. We recognize all these requirements and conform to them. That's why Corvallis women can get better gloves here for the price than elsewhere. EFORE your spring gown are fitted a new corset wil be needed. That goes almost without saying, for everyone knows that an ill-fitting or worn out corset spoils the fit of the dress. Our corset woman can help customers select the proper model one that will improve the figure. Consult her and yon will be better satisfied with your cor set, and the fit of your dresses. Prices from 50c to $1.50 RECENTLY advances have taken place in all lines of cotton goods. Before the advance we stocked up with cords of do mestics shirtings, sheetings, ginghams, prints, and other cot ton goods. We are now selling these goods at just about what other merchants have to pay for them at present prices. Yon will find this store a good place to sup ply your needs in this line. F. L. Miller.