TEE HEPPNER GAZETTE Published Every Ihorsday. BY CORLIES MERRITT, Editor slxlcL ACaxxagrax. SUBSCRIPTION On Year -Six Months Three Montho RATES SI. 80 73 80 Advertising Dates Made Known on Application. Entered at the PoBtofflce at Heppner, Oregon, as second-class matter. Local Notes. Ice creom Bnd soda at Hart Bros. Geo. Perry was in town yesterday. Silas Wright was in town Saturday on buisness. Ed Turk came over from Hamilton Tuesday. . H. L. McA'ister was with us again yesterday. . Tom Earnett came up from Lexington Wedneedny. Mr. J , Q. Jarvis lett for his Salem home Monday. Miss McMicken was a visitor to Port land this week. Geo. Huflbrd came in for supplies the first of the week, Dan Hornor came in from Montana on last night's train. Mrs. Geo. Wells returned home on last evening's train. The Heppner Transfer Co. will always serve the people right, Mrs. Jas. Rhea and daughter were visiting here Saturday. C. E. Miller, of Rhea creek, paid the Gazette a visit Saturday. J. J. McGee, the surveyor, came in yesterday from the interior. Bud Willingham is now a partner in the new butchering concern. liay McAlister, brother of the volun teer, spent Saturday in town. T. Dorman, a prominent Social Ridge farmer, came to town Saturday. Bartholomew Bros, have been doing an active sheep business recently. Dave Herren came in from the ranch with a load of produce Wednesday, Don't forget Dickson at the lone stable when you want your team cared for. D. Cox, of McKinney creek, was in town Saturday purchasing supplies. Seed Rye for sale at the Morrow County Land and Trust Co's warehouse. Mr. Dixon, the lone livery man, brought up a load of drummers Satur day. Miss Maggie Adkins is again home after several weeks' visit at Junction Citv. J. C. Brown and family, of Black Horse, came in town Saturday on busi ness. Wm. Ross came in from Sumpter yes terday. He reports that town strictly in it. Editor Sliutt, of the Times, has been released from quarantine and is again at his post. C. N. Peck came up from Lexington Saturday. The felon on his hand is about well. I. R. Esteb, the prominent Goosberry grain grower, spent Monday and Tues day in town. George Barker caine down from Parker's mill Friday, spending several days in town. John Kirk came up from Portland Friday night, where lie lias been visiting for some time. Elbert Stanton leaves in the near future for Forest Grove to attend the Pacific Institute. Mr. New, the handsome traveling man, is renewing the acquaintance of his patrons today. Representative Freeland went to Port land on Monday's train on business, re turning last night. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Smead were visit ing their daughter Mrs. W. H. Herrin at Olex this week. Dr. 3. W. Vogel, specialist for refrac lion and defects of tbe eye, will be bere every tbree months. 648-lyr T. J. Allya, A. N. Petty's and Chas Johnson, the wheat buyer, of Lexington were here Saturday. Sheriff Livingston, of Grant county, arrived in Heppner Tuesday evening, on his way to Portland. Miss Edna Van Dyne arrived here Saturday evening from Sumpter to en ter school for the winter. Dr. McFaul returned from his trip to Walla Walla, ile came via Pendleton, where he spent Saturday. Rev. W. E. Potwine will hold Episco pal services at the Christian church on Tuesday evening next at 7 :30. Peter Brenner was in town this week and reports discouragingly about crop prospects in his neighborhood. A fine ranch of five quarters and a 40 for sale, situated in the Eight Mile country. Inquire at this office. tf. J. D. Brown has made a purchase of the Vatican place in the upper end of town and will make it his home. Mr. McKnighton, associated with Hugh Fields in the sheep business, came in lor a load of supplies Tuesday. Mrs. J. W. Glasscock and children, of Portland, arrived Friday evening and will visit some lime with relatives. Ed Hunter, sou of the lone hotel pro prietor, brought up a load of traveling men yesterday, taking others back. If yoo want Bakers' Life ioeuranoe tbe oheapeet and most reliable io nist e Dee, call on C. Mcrritt. Gazette offl :e, f. B. Mathews, the Butter creek ki.MM.man. was with us Saturday. He In renewing the sidewalk in front of the California house the workmen found several dollars' worth of ancient. coins. The Summer season introduces itself Hsrl Bro's tender in an ice-cream fest ival. All are invited to their cool par lors, tt Geo. S. Parker, the hustling editor of the lone Post, paid his respects to the business men of Heppner one day this week. Miss Grace Tillard left on Saturday mornine's train for Pendleton, where she will teach in the public schools this winter. Rounds, Brownlee and Myers, the John Day and Monument teamsters, loaded freight the first of the week for the interior. Tunis Swick, of Hamilton, sold 2000 ewes and lambs at $3 and $2 this week to M. S. Corrigall, which were delivered in Heppner. Joe Hayes and family were about the last of the huckleberry pickers to return from the mountains, having returned last Saturday. G. W. Maxwell, one of Goosberry 's extensive farmers, came to town on business Monday, remaining over un till the next day. W. H. Sterritt, the extensive sheep owner of Monument, loaded a team with merchandise, bought of Heppner mer chants, Tuesday. Mrs. Wm. Ross and Mrs. Frank Fu gleman were visiting friends here this week. Mrs. Ross looks decidediy im proved in health. Hon. Otis Patterson arrived on last evening's train for a short stay in Ilopp ner. His many friends seem to be en joying his presence. The last baseball contest reseated the married men upon the throne of honor. The boys hope, by staying with it, to wear them out. Ben Swaggart bus been in town for a few days on his return from the moun tains. While not entirely recovered, he seems himself again. Dave McAtee returned from his ex ploration of the goldfields in Grant and Baker county, and predicts a re&t tuture for that Bection. Mrs. Gilmore will have a special Sun day dinner at the Hptel Heppner. You all know what this announcement means. Trice 25 cents only. Dr. J. W. Vogle, the eye specialist, will arrive here next Monday and will remain during the week. Those need ing his services will do well to see him. Minor & Co. are out in this issue with an announcement of the arrival of their full line of fall goods. Read their ad. accept tbeir invitation to examine their stock. Karl's Clover Boot Tea, for Constipa tion it's the best and it after using it you don't say so, retnrn package and get your money. Sold by Conser & Warren. x A meeting will be held on Sunday afternoon for the discussion of the organization of a football team, that a contest with neighboring towns can be enjoyed. Patterson & Son are in line with a large display space. They have the goods and propose to let you know it. When it comes to advertising Ben is strictly in it. E. Roberts of Lexington came up with a load of wheat hay Saturday. He is realizing $9 per ton for his hay, which he decided to cut in preference to harvesting it. At the old familiar corner, the Belve dere, a smile awaits you. Within will be found the choicest brands of liquors and cigars. Billiard and pool tables kept in prime condition. Harry Bartholomew' took this morn ing's train for Portland, hiving word from his wife that the hospital author ities have granted her permission to return home on Saturday. Wilson Brock disposed of 1000 head of ewes to Stock Inspector Slmfer this week. These are an exceptionally fine lot, and Mr. Shafer has confidence in coming out ahead on the deal. For Constipation take Karl's Clover Tea, the great Blood Purifier, onres beadaobes, Nervousness, Eruptions on tbe face, and makes tbe bead as clear as bell. Sold by Conser k Warren, z J. R. Simons was elected the repre sentative to the Grand Iodge, K. of P., which meets in Portland October 10th, 11th and 12th, and will serve two years W. W. Smead is the present holdover. Abe Gano, an old-time resident of Heppner, now living in Seattle, spent the past week here enjoying a visit with the old residents, lie notes quite a change in the town since he saw it last, Sbilobs Consumption Unre ouree wbere others fail. It is the leading Ooagb Care, sad no borne should be without it. Pleassnt to take and goes rieht to tbe spot. Sold by Couser & Warren. x Mrs. Gilmore opened the Hotel Hepp ner tins ween, wiorougmy renovaieu ... .i it- . i and relurnished. We predict a success ful venture on the part of Mrs. Gilmore, ss she has a most enviable reputation as a cateress. Miss Clyde Meltun, who has burnt visiting Rev. St. Clair's family for some time, a Krtiun of which time she has been teaching the Kinney school, start ed today for Latah, Wah., to teach during the winter. Mrs. J. R. Simons aod Mrs. Welch returned from their visit to the Oke- nogsn country on Friday. They report a most enjoyable trip. "Pup's" l-VX) colt seems to have dropped out of ex istence siooe her return. N. A. Leach, of Nichols fc Leach of Lexington, was in town on bnmnens Saturday and reports business quite lively with them. As a representative of Kerr, Giffgrd & Co., of Poitland, lie via buying considerable wheat. Hon. Phil Metschan, in connection with Mr. C. W. Knowles, has taken charge of the Imperial Hotel, of Port land. The reputation of these gentle men insures the success of the enter prise. The diningroora is excellently managed and is unsurpassed. W. W. Kirk came, in from Ritter Monday and reports the curative pro pei ties of the springs winning ,rf cogni tion generally. He is surely a living example of the benefits of the water. Every arrangement is being made for the comfoit of all who come there. Jus. Hart made a flying trip to the Blake ranch on Rhea creek this week on a huckleberrying expedition ( ?). He reports Harvey Blake's runaway ex perience a few days ago, which ended in a smasliup on the veige of a preci pice, with serious bruises for Mr. Blake. Mrs. M. M. Hunter, the popular lone hotel landlady, spent Sunday with the Gazette family. Mis. Hunter reports Mr. Hunter very much improved in health and has hopes of hid permanent recovery. Mr. Hunter's condition for Borne time has been considered quite se ions. "Peter the Poet," well known in this and Grant counties as the founder of the Long Creek Eagle, tariied a few days in Heppner last week on a tour of his old haunts. Peter is on the "down ward slide," but clioga with tenacity to the peculiarities which smooth his journey. Jas. Keeney staited for his horse ranues in Grant county yesterday morn ing, where he has corraled a number of head which he contemplated taking to the St. Louis market in the near future, but owing to advice of an overstocked market will turn them out on the range for another winter. Robert Stanfield and Jas. Johnson cime in from Butter creek Monday eveuing, remaining here over eight, on their way to Crook county to receive 5C0 head of feeders principally, which they are bringing in to their Butter creek ranges for fattening. They ex pect to be, at least, 25 days on the tiip. Jsok Mills, the Gazette's foreman, whom we can recommend as one who never does things by halves, is the father of a 10 pound boy, born oo Saturday uight. Until this advent Jack ecu Id elide through a crack in tbe door, but now he bi s bith it siJ. Wei!, if somsone should ask you, Jack is alright. Mr. E. H. Woodward, editor of the Newberg Graphic, was an agreeable visitor of the Gazette last Saturday. He seemed well pleased with this part of the country, feeling that opportuni ties for money-making here were num erous, as compared with the Willamette valley, where competition has become runioiis Assessor Willis' condition caused him I considerable apprehension last week, and consulting with Dr. Swinburne bus decided to go to Portland for treat ment. While the past few days note a change for the better, he has perfected arrangements and will start for Portland at once. His many friends anxiously await a favorable report. Mrs. Barr, Heppner's popular dresi-j maker, will reopen her dressmaking parlors in the lower brick on the 12th inst. She needs no introduction to Heppner ladies. Her reputation is al- teady established and she will be ciigei ly sought by those who wish their work cut and finished equal to the stylish ieadcrs of fashion in the metropolitan cities. Accompanying Mac Clark on his re turn from Puget Sound last week was his brother Chas., publisher of the Curient Review of Ontario, Canada, who left there recently on the Canadian press excursion. Mr. (Mark resembles his brother closely and in consequence enjoyed the greater part of iiis slay re ceiving the familiar caresses of both sex as a welcome home. He was de cidedly impressed with the sociability of the Hcppnerites, and feels that his brother is well located. Mr. Bayley, of the firm McCallum & Bayley, of John Day, arrived in Hepp ner by private conveyance accompanied by his wife Monday. The next morn ing they took the train for Portland, where they will visit with Mrs. J. I . Estes until she returns to Heppner, when they will proceed to Port Town send for a visit of some length. This is Mr. Bayley 's secoud railroad ride in sixteen years, which seems quite in credible, from the fact that in personal appearance he is a modern up-to-date man of the world, if we are a judge. L. 1). Jones and J. P. Houseman, two young men who came to this county from Virginia three years ago, found employment with Ed Day, where they have worked continuously, and on Mon day morning, with good fat pocket books, started for their old home. Pre vious to starting they had delivered orders with Geo. Noble &. Sun for two of the finest saddles they'could turn out for them, which they took back as souvenirs of the "wild and woolly west." In finish these saddles were simply ele gant, and the forethought of the boys in taking them back w ill alloid them no tariety and doubtless "square" all the Startling tales they bear with them, which brand Westerners as the "biggest "biggest liars unhung." McC'lure's Magziite. for September opens with a oeui on the Dreyfus ufT.-iii by Edwin Markham, which proves that the mark reached by Mr .Markham in "The Mao with the Hoe" was hut be yond his reaching again. It is truly a high and noble strain which he xtiikes here, in exhibiting in apt, strung, rhythmic phrave the inner, tiniveical import of the most singular epUudc of recent history. Following this comes a character sketch of Admiral Sampson, by Hay Stannard Baker, giving many interest) g incidents and ancedute of the A'linual a lite as a hoy anl young man in his home tjwuof Palmyra, New 1 u i U , and butiumte and teiniiiiscences of him by his abates in tho navy. It Is illustrated with a series of potraits uf Kaioiwn sol various ether pictures. The Fair Remember lower The Scare is Over These Prices Ask to See Sole Agents Call and Examine. TIlG Fclilf. are not THE M. E. CHUKCH, SOOTH. The Present Clones tbe Rauner Year of Its History. The session of the annual conference of tbe Methodist Episcopal ohurob, Sontb, which began today at 9 a, m., marks the conclusion of tbe mast suc cessful year's work on tbe part of tbe hioal church known to its history. Each individual member seemed to realize that the saooess of the Christian work was dependent upon tbeir own effort, and as a uoosequeooe tbe membership is on a higher spiritual plane tban ever be fore. Numbers have oeeo converted, and at least tweaty-five have united with the oburob. About (2000 bas been subscribed (or its requirements, and all feel that tbe churob is in a most bopsful oondition. wbiob is, indeed, a bsppy state of affairs, and Bncb a oburob wields a powerful influence for Christianity. At an expense of $800 tbe oburcb build ing bas beeu almost entirely recon structed, which adds materially to its capacity, obeeifnlness and oomfort. Tbe presenoe, prayer and pay of Its member ship are responsible for its showing al this opportune time. Visiting delegates will return to tbeir respective charges with the verdict that "Heppner bas done well." At tbe conclusion of last year's work Rev. Chas. K Howard turned tbe congregation over to bis saooessor, Rev. Fred St. Clair, infused with spiritual life. Rsv. St. Clair took op tbe good work in a igoroua manner, and today tbe church's glorious condition is tbe re ward of bis iffort. Tbe Sunday icbool work bas kept apace with tbe oburob, and its clashes are well filled, and so interest manifest witb tbe young people. Io justice to tbe pastor, Kev. St. Clair, whose appointment oame tbrougb tbe North Georgia oonfereooe iu October of last year, tbe churob endorses him as a vigorous, conscientious worker; ready at all times to attaok sin, regsrdlessof where it is to be found, and bis courage and ability bas won the admiration and gratitude of bis followers. Self con sideration witb bim bas been lost in bis work for tbe cause of humanity, and bis congregation appreciate tbe faol, and earnestly hope for bis oo operation in this field for another year, at least. Wherever bis missioo bis work will reap its reward. When the convention convened today tbe members of tbis church derived no little oousoltttioo from the report they could make to this august body, and tbe pastor to whom this oborch is en- trosled for another year will be en titled to congratulation, and will take up tbe work with a feeling of decided eucciif Bk'emttit. 'Tup Hffd." The Corvallis Gazette, referring to Morrow county's bero, H. L. McAlister, sajs: Everyone in tbe community knows "Tap Dajf-eed" the veteran foot- j hall champion of the OAC, a member of the Oregon volunteers, aid a friend to all. Being the attendant of Jsok Reeves, a comrade ho was shot in the Philip pines Pap was o liable to attend tbe re ception (.iveo at Corvallis. It is stated i that Pap will return to the UAU again next year uua again take bis plsus on Ui ,.ria,rou field, lie las hot .leoeotlj i . , , . , v , . -. 1 mtU Ut bouse ID Eeetero Orrgoo. The Place to Save Money. it was The Fair that in Heppner! ! ! In the meantime our fall stock of goods have arrived. Customers are again flocking to our store. Our prices are lower than ever. One year has given you an opportunity to learn our values, which are second to no other store in America. Save You with A full line of Mackintoshes of all grades Mackintosh with cape, good quality, worth $3.50, our price $1.05 Elegant line of men's hats from 49 cents up ' Men's working Colt-skin Shoes, every pair warranted, Underwear of all kinds at very lowp rices Fine line of Duck Coats from $.1.1 up for Miller's All-wool Clothing, 5 Shoes, Levi Strauss Overalls, San Jose Woolen Mills Blankets, American Lady Corset, New Kome and Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machines. Our stock, which is larger NEW DEPARTURE. Heppner hoses One of Her Mot Promising Young Business Ven. One week ago last Monday J. T. Stew art, familiarly known aa Jess, left Hepp ner for Lone Book, with tbe intention of sizing op the field (or a business loca tion. As a result be and W. T. Matlock formed a copartnership, baying out P. h. Ham's general merchandise store, and Jess is already in Portland selecting a stock of goods that will meet tbe re quirements of the fall trsde for that aeotion n( tbe country. Business men bere express tbe opinion that be bas made no mistake. Since coming to Heppner Mr. Stewart bas won the OJoflJenoe of tbis oomma uity by bis exemplary habits and striol application to business, and all unite io expressing a regret that bis permanent business oareer oould not bsve been in Ueppner. He euters that field with a knowledge of its needs, aod witb bo acquaintance made while in business bere, which give bim a deoided ad vantage over a stranger. He was most fortunate in forming a copartnership witb Mr. Matlock, who owns extensive slock and land interests in that section, and will wield a big in fluence In drawing trade. While we feel the loss of Jess, we take pleasure in eitendtng our congratula tions to tbe little city of Lane Bock io securing one of tbe most upright, ener- getio and promising young men tbis oountry is in possession of. FOR THE STATE FUR. W. O Minor's (Shorthorns Oat for lbs Bias ltlbbon. For soms little time N. C. Maria bai been devoting bla time to tbe prepara tion of a carload of Oscar Minor's short horns (or tbe northwest circuit, begining witb tbe state at Salem on tbe 15tb, tbenee to North Yakima and Spokane. Last year Mr. Minor met and defeated all competitors, and io consequence, Wm. Ladd and others have skirmished the United States over (or shorthorns, witb wbioh tney hope to regain tbe '"blue ribbon" from Morrrow County. Mr. Minor bas oot been idle aod eoters into tbe oontest with every assursnos, as bis oattle are id perfect Aonditloo,and, since bis last year's exhibit, has mads an ex tended trip throughout tbe East study ing shorthorns carefully aod adding to bis obampioo herd. No one is more in terested in tbe development of short horns than Mr. Minor, and shoold be surrender tbe prize to bis competitors on tbe merits of tbe cattle it will ba witb good grace. We shall keep our readers posted on the outcome. Mr, Maris leaves here (or Salem Monday, wber Mr, Minor will joiu bim about tbe 18lh. Mr Minor predicts tbs fioest stock exhibit In the history of our state. Whes Yob Co tnl, lie sars yoar ticket reads vis. the Chi oago, Rook Island k I'aciflo Ry.. "Iiook Island Route." Latest design Pullman palace steeping cara, elegant reclining chair esrs rrre. library buffet ears, on all throogb trsios, aod best dining ear rvioe in tbe world. Ask tbs O. H. N. agnt shout onr famous weekly per- sooally coDdcoted tourist exclusions to all points sst, or write to A, E. C"nper, general agent rsMogr dept., 215 W8h logtoo street I'orllau J, Or. made values better shirts from 25 cents up this fall than ever before. Satisfactory. Tll6 Fclilf. Medicine To be effective must bo good. Accu rately prepared from materials of good quality and good condition. We are Careful Stationery Rubber Goods Seeing in Believing Call M. E. CONFEKKNCK IN HE1SIU.N. Opened With a Wood Attendance by Bishop W. W. Duncan. At 9 a. m., tbe M b) Church, Hjuth, opened with a business sessiou witb a full attendance, arranging a detailed programe forj tbe three day's session. Esob morning at 9 o'olook a business meeting will bo held, and at 3 o'olook p.m. and 7:49 each evening preaob ing will be tbe order. Tbe session will be under the juris diction ot Bishop W. W. Douoan. Tbe majority oC the following list of dslegatea are already bere, a few to arrive this evening: Bishop W. W. Dunoan, R. P. Wilson, F. 0. Adkins and wife, M. V. Howard aod wife, O. It. Howard and wife, Siduey Urenfell, D. E Veicon, J. C. Chamberlain, J. 0. Thomas aod wife, Q. H. Qibbs, 8 . Crow, J. Q. Car rick, Geo. Dy er, 8. P. Wiggins and wife, J. W. Complon, W. O. Miller, R. O. Michael aod wife, L. P. Hbearer, A. i. Hughes, . P. drees, C. C. E igle D. J. Banders, J. X. Rbinehart, W. B. Gray, Dan Yoakbom, E. 0. Michael, II. 0. Gay and wife, Rev King and wifs, A. Y. Hkee and wife, V. M. Csntleld, M. 11 Hanger, J.Y. Lofre, Fstbor Dennis, A, L. Thorooghman, Fred Ht. Claire and Dr. Wbisner, seorelary of tbe board of oburob extensions ot Louisville, Ky. Rev. 0. It. Howard aod estimable wife ere receiving a royal welcome by tbe community in general. We feel justified in olsiming tbat a clergyman never left a community wiib a greater friendship list among tbe inbsbilsots generally tban Rev, Ho ward, wboss consideration tor everyone was at all times msnifest. We Lad the pleasure ol uo interesting visit witb Rev. Hkee, who was tbe build er ot tbe M. E. churob here years sgo. He is delighted witb the progress of our little city. Rev. Green's f snjilisr presence prom pts l betrty welwmo trou Lis many triouda The Fair and prices, At every step take nothing for granted, and the result is a perfect preparation. A full lino of tablets ami choice writing papwr. Also Bchool tublots, slatoB, pencil, BpoDgop, pens, peuhokleiB and ink, etc. Ah fiuo ail itHnortment iih you can liml in any sloro on tho TacitSc const, at HBtoiiibbing priccH. and See. PATTERSON & SON, Up-to-date Druggists. HiiMket Mueting. Rev. A. L. Thorougbmau informs us that be dosed bis year's work as pastor ot tbe Rhea creek and Umatilla charge witb a big basket meeting at Thompson sohool bouse. A large and attentive audience was present. At the oloss cf tbe morning sermon Mr. O. F. Ihomp son took np a oolleotion to apply on tbe pastor's salary, ami $20 was raised, a little more tban enough to pay him in full at that point. Then all repaired to the grove where a long table was ar ranged and the uinner spread, which none know better how to prepare then Butter oreek ladies. All were loud iu praise ot the good time they bad. At tbe olose of the eveuing service the ordi uatiOB of baptism was performed by immersion for Mies Leab Gamble, after which all weut borne happy and well satisiled. Tu tlie I'ulilic. The public is hereby notilled that I have, near the hut springs, at Ritter, good bay and pastorage for all campers. Also good camping grounds witb plenty ot water and shade. Good fresh milk will bo furnished at reasonable rates. Persons who have visited tbe muet famous hot spriugs iu tho world are loud in their praises ot the medicinal qualities of tho MoDull'ee hot springs, Come and be cured. W. W.Kibk. Now is tho timo to pay up jour subscription to tbe Gazette. CASTOR I A For Infants and Children, The Kind You Have Always Bought Boars tho SL$?f It'jijris paying