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About The Daily Astorian. (Astoria, Or.) 1876-1883 | View Entire Issue (May 16, 1883)
C3J hs 53aiiTj stasism. ASTORIA, OREGON: "WEDNESDAY MAY 1G. 1883 The Oregon went to sea at 2:45 yesterday afternoon. The burned steamer Mississippi was insured for 125,000. The Ullecl: has been chartered to load flour and salmon for U. K. Tacoraa proposes to put 1,000, 000 brick into place this season. Reports from the interior are to the effect that the Willamette is "rag mg." The Columbian says the railroad company is selling laud in the Xeha lem valley. Miss Lineker advertises fashion able dress-making; flowers painted to order on dresses, etc. Mayor Chapman and wifo, of Portland, who have been in the ciiy on a brief visit, leave for home this morning. The letting of the contract for Mrs. Kinney's new brick building has been postponed until Saturday afternoon. I. J. Arvold has returned from San Francisco and on next Saturday will open at his new store a finely se lected stock of boots and shoes. The Astoria Musical society under the leadership of Prof. Cooke, is fast attaining proficiency. A concert is talked of. to take place in June. The grand lodge of Oregon, 1. 0. O. F., convened in Portland yester day. The corner stone of the Orphan's Home at Fairview will be laid with impressive ceremonies to-morrow. Would-be settlers in Pacific and Wahkiakum counties complain that the floating land grants held in that country so affect settlement that it is impossible for other than isolated communities or individuals to locate. In the supreme court last Men day in the case on appeal of the State of Oregon vs. John Stewart, sent to the penitentiary from this county last January, Judge Bennett's judgment was affirmod, and a new trial denied. "Will Rise to a Fly. It is only of late years says the Oregonian that it has been known that tho salmon in the Columbia or its tributaries would take a bait or fly many insisting that from tho time they entered fresh water they ate nothing, and some averring that none of them ever returned to the sea, but having completed the object of their visit to the spawning beds they died. It will bo remembered that a high of ficial of the English government, who visited this section at an early day, when the ownership of the northwest was in dispute, was much disgusted with a "blarsted country where the salmon in tho streams would not take a fly," and so did not use his best en deavors to secure this lovely region for his sovereign. It has however, been demonstrated to a certainty that the salmon in the Willamette will take a spoon fly. Sudden Death- Charles Bochau, light-house keeper at the Cape, died suddenly yesterday morning. He was in town last Mon day, and in usual health. Yesterday morning he started up the hill from Fort Cauby, and a few minutes after ward was found lifeless on the road, having evidently died of heart dis ease. Deceased was well known in Astoria and vicinity. He was a brother of Capt. Wm. Bochau, of the Pioneer, aged about thirty-eight years, a native of Holstein, Ger many. The funeral will take place from Coroner Franklin's undertaking rooms at two o'clock this afternoon. Last Evening's Entertainment. Tho Home Dramatic Association produced tho clever play "Enlisted fertho War, or Woman's Wit" at Occidental Hall last evening. The play portrays tho lights and shadows of life and after leading its characters through a variety of incidents has a happy termination. The ladies and gentlemen who took part sustained their characters with credit to them selves and the evident satisfaction of all the appreciative audience who manifested their approval by hearty applause. "The Yankee Peddler," a most mirth-provoking farce, consti tuted the after piece, which was heartily enjoyed. Great praise is due the performers for the histrionic talent displayed, the evident care they had bestowed on rehearsals and general accessories, and the individual merit manifest in the sustaining of the several characters. The production was in every way meritorious and de serving of the large audience that was present To-night tho pro gramme will bo repeated aud wo would suggest to our amusement-loving readers that if they want to thorough ly enjoy themselves, and see some clever acting let them step around to the City Book Store to-day and get a seat for this evening's performance. A money order for S100 drawn bv J. G.Meglerinftvorof P. Hald was lost last ntcht at Heelers station. Todd's bay. All parties are hereby notified not to c&sn saw oruer. DEATH OP E. D. BAKER. The Coroner's InqneBt. Edward Dickerson Baker, the young man who was stabbed in Geo. Hill's saloon last Sunday morning, died at St. Mary's hospital at one o'clock yesterday morning. A post mortem examination disclosed the fact that tho knifo wound which caused his death penetrated the ilium and colon. A coroner's inquest was held at which the following tran spired: TESTIMONY OF GEORGE HILL. I, George Hill, after being duly sworn say, I reside in the city of As toria, county of Clatsop, State of Or egon; occupation saloon keeper in this city. Between 12 and 1 o'clock on the 13th of May, 1883, a little fel low by the name of Thompson and Hays had some words together in my saloon. Hays hit this man Thomp son, when Thompson let himself down on the floor and covered his head with hi3 arms. Hays made a kick at him while on the floor. I pushed Hays away, when just then Baker came up on my right and said, "none of that." Baker struck out with his right hand to strike Hays. Hays backed up against the bar, Baker also backed off some. There was a big crowd of m3ii standing alongside tho bar when they all seemed to make a move toward Baker. I turned to my right and caught hold of two or three men and threw them back. Looking to my left I saw Baker go down on tho floor on his right side; saw him catch his hand to his stomach; he then jumped up and ran out of the saloon that leads to the restaurant. A man by the name of Harry Donat took hold of Baker and took him iuto a room. I fcllowed him up and asked hun if he was hurt. He said ho was cut I asked him where and he pulled up his shirt and showed me. I asked him who cut him, he said Joe Hays cut him, but not to say anything about it. G. Hill. TESTIMONY OF EDWAKD II. MOSS. I, Edward H. Moss after being duly sworn do say: 1 reside in Astoria, Clatsop Co., Or., occupation bar tender in Geo. Hill's Varieties. I was tending bar on Sunda' morning, May 13, 1883, when Joe Hayes and another man had a man down on tho floor and were kicking him, Baker just then rushed in and struck Hayes on the Bhoulder. the force of the blow knocked him about 8 feet, as he raised up his right haud it came up in a circle, 1 saw him thrust his hand three or four times very quick. As soon as Baker saw the first thrust he began to go backward when Joe Hays followed him up striking at him all the time quite fast; just then I saw Baker fall, when tho crowd rushed in. Baker got up and went into a room. The way that Hays was striking 1 would infer that ho was using a knife. E. H. Moss. TESTIMONY OF WILLIAM BEASLEY. 1 William Beasley aftersbeinj duly sivoru do say that I am a police officer of the City of Astoria, Clatsop Co., Oregon. On Sunday morning May 13, 1883, just as I came on duty when standing on the corner near tho Snug saloon heard a rumpus in Hill's saloon, said to police officer Hunter, there is a tight going on in Hill's, we went to the door and just then Hayes came to the door from the inside, Moran ran up and caught Hayes by the shoulder saying come back Hayes, I will stay with yon till I croak; they weut back together, Hayes coming back through the side door; he said, Beasley they ha-e been on to me again to-night, I have not a friend in the town. I asked him who was on to him now, he said that 8 of a b Dick Ba ker. Hugh McCormack then took Hayes away, told him he was drunk and that it was time to go to bed. I then left and went back to Hill's, when inquiring about the fuss Dr. Fulton came in, we both went into the room; when Baker says, I am Gxed this time doctor. After examining the wound, I said to Baker, who done this, he said Joe. Hayes. Hugh Mc Coruiack then came in aud I asked where Hayes wa3, he said he had gone to bed. I told McCormack to go with mo and I would arrest Hayes. 1 then arrested him and put him in jail, I searched him but I did not find any weapons on him of any kind. Wm. Beasley. TESTIMONY OE JASPER KELLY. 1, Jasper Kelly, after being duly sworn do say, that I reside in Asto ria, Clatsop Co., Oregon. About one o'clock Sunday mornining, May 13, 1883, jtiBt as I was coming out of the Club Room door I saw the crowd in tho saloon rushing. When BakeiTfell on the floor Hays was punching at him while on the floor. I did not see any knife on Hays. I grabbed him around the body and held him for about one minute until the crowd had left, to see what the matter was. After I left them go he went to go out of front saloon door when Dan Moran called him back, saying, 'hold on, may be Biker will come back again;" they both then left tho saloon by the aide door and went into the back yard. I then went to see what was the matter with Baker, when he told me he was cut, I raised the shirt and looked at the cat, just then Dan Moran came in ho says to Baker, "are you cut -very bad?" Baker says to me: "for God's sake go and get Hugh McCormack as I am dying." I did not ask him who cut him. Ho did not tell me who cut him. I am satis fied in my own mind that Hays cut him. Jasper Kelly', testimony of james joxx3. I Jame3 Jones after being duly sworn do say that I am a resident of Astoria, Clatsop Co., Oregon. On Sunday morning about 1 o'clock, Haj'ea waB in Hills saloon and was quarrelling with a man named Jean Thompson. Baker came in the front door of the saloon and went in amongst the crowd, did not hear whether Hayes spoke to Baker or not, but heard Ba ker say you have been hunting it all night. Baker and Hayes commenced fighting, when tho crowd rushed in and Baker fell amongst them, when he got up he turned round and ran for the room saying I am cut. I fol lowed him into the room and asked him who cut him, ho said, Hayes, of course. I did not see any knife, I was not over 15 feet away from him, the knife must have been used while he was on the floor. James Joxes. testimony of hugh mc'cormick. I, Hugh McCormick, being duly sworn 8ay,I live in Astoria; occupation bartender. About three days ago Baker and Hays came to my place and they wero both under the influence of li quor. They had seven or eight drinks while there. Hays said to Baker, "as you are going to strike me you had better start in." Baker said "no, I wuld be very sorry to strike you or anybody else, physically I am a better man than you are; for that reason I want no troublo with you." Mr. Ba ker went outside the door to get away from him, when Hays came back to tho bar and threw the knife on the bar from his sleeve and said, "I will cut the guts out of tho fellow yet." They both went into tho New Corner saloon and took a drink. 1 tried to put Hays to bed but he said he would not go until ho fixed that fellow. This occurred either tho 10th or 11th of May, 1883, at about noon. Hays said "I wished I had a gun on mo as I would kill him, but I will fir him yet on the firit opportunity. Hugh McCormick. physicians certificate. B. B. Franklin, Coroner Clatsop Ceitnty: We do hereby certify that we have this day mado a careful examination (post mortem) of the body of E. D. Baker. We found a wound upon tho right side a little above the umbilicus also found one of the small intestines cut about one-half across, and a cut in the ascending colon about inch across. In our opinion these wounds were caused by a knife in the hands of some person unknown to us. We have no doubt but theso wounds were the cause of death. W. D. Bakir, M. D. J. A. Fdlton, M. D. Astoria, Or", May 15, 1883. verdict of the jury. In the matter of the inquisition upon the body of E. D. Baker, de ceased. We the undersigned jurors summoned to appear before B. B. Franklin, coroner of the precinct of Astoria and county of Clatsop, at St. Mary's Hopital in the city of Astoria, county and state aforesaid, on the 15th day of May, 1883, to inquire into tho cause of the death of the said E. D. Baker, being duly sworn according to law, and having made such inquisi tion after inspecting tho body and hearing tho testimony "adduced and hearing the statement of Drs. Baker and Fulton, upon our oaths each and all do say: that we find deceased was named E. D. Baker, was a native of the United States, aged about 22 years, that he came to his death on the 14th day of May, 1883, at St. Mary's hospital, in the city of Astoria, Oregon, from the effects of a knife wound in the right sido of his abdo men received at the hands of Joseph Haj-s, on the 13th day of May, 1883, and wo hereby charge Joseph Hays with the crime of murder; all of which we duly certify to by this inquisition in writing by us signed tkis loth day of May, 1883. Chas. S. Wright, Foreman. L. E. Selig. Marcus Wise. Gilbert Christiansen. James A. Vaughn. F. C. Uorris. The father and brother of the de ceased will take tho body to Portland this morning for interment Dr. Piercd'a "Pellets," or sugar coated granules tho original "little liver pills," (beware of imitations) cure sick and bilious headache, cleanse the stomach and bowels, and purify the blood. To get genuine, see JDr. Pierce's signature and portrait on Government stamp. 25 cents per vi al, by druggists. H'oticc. There will be an adjourned meeting of Alert H.&L. No. r, on Thursday, Hay 17. 18S3, at the rooms of the compa ny, at 730 r.M. A full attendance Is requested. J.O.BpzoRTH.Prest. C. Brown, Sec To llcut. Three desirable rooms over my book store. Apply to Carl Adler. Delicious Ice Cream at Frank Fa bre's. Go to the O. K. Lodging House cornar West-9th and Water strecti. rue finest pan roast in tho city. it ui-ic, uu wuere .' At a raaK x Sores, m:oi A complete Revolution has been inmururated' in the Prices of Gooods since the advent of Sheriff O'NeiTs Banlsrupt Store. "We sell goods at their Real Value. We charge no fancy prices such as the people of Astoria have had imposed upon them before our arrival. Although we have Dem orallzed. ttx& IVEox-ola.aza.ta "We feel confident that we have BENEFITTED THE GENERAL PUBLIC. Wo have practical proof in that respoot by our receipts which were a hundred per oent. Better than Our Utmost Expectations. New Shapes and Styles in MILLINERY Bargains in DRESS GOODS, FANCY GOODS, Domestics, Gents1 and Boys Glothing, and Furnishing Goods, Cloaks, Dresses, and Dolmans, at Sheriff O'Neil's Bankrupt Store, ISAACS & S.TJMMERFIELD. Corner Concomly and Main Streets, Hotel Arrivals- OCCIDENT. J W Thomas, J F Stout, D P Thompson, S Ruppen, II Sarris, Port land; O N Hall, SF;iIO Swager, Cathlamet; Thoa Granes, City; John Hamilton, E Ward.Walla Walla; A E Campbell, Portland; F D Blake, Eagle Cliff, W T; G W Fornor, Wal luski; E Kickerson, BrookBeld; R W Tompkins. IMBXBU HOUtH. J Geisey, S Saule, P Conar, A Bur ry, Portland; E Paulsen, J W Dnn lap, Bay View; T Doig, Pioneer; H R Brown, F Beeman, B Burke & son, Seaside; A L Williams, OystorviUe, J L Mawlby, Idaho; N C Howerton, II waco; J Wright, Skamnkaway; H A Parker, 3iishawaka; J F Nelson, Ft Stevens; F E Dodge, Yaquina Bay. Steamer Days. Following is a resume of sailing dates for ocean steamers for May, steamers leaving Astoria and San Fraucisco every three days: FROM ASTOHIA May FKOMSAN FR KXCISCO at 10 a. ji. May State Friday lSlQueea. . ...Friday 18 Columbia-Monday "i Queen... .Thursday 24 Oregon Monday 21 State .Thursday 21 ColumbiaSunday 27 uregon.&un(iay '-i State-"Veduesdjy 30iQuecn-"Vednasday SO Trnnlc Fabrc's Oyster ami Chop House. Those wishing a nice plate of Eastern or Shoalwater bay oysters cooked in any style, or an early breakfast before going aboard the boat, should call and see him. Fresh Eastern and, Shoalwater bay oy&ters received by every steamer. IVotice. Dinner at 'JEFF'S" CHOP HOUSE every day at 5 o'clock. The best2.r cent meal in town; soup, Gsh, seven kinds of meats, vegetables, pie, pudding, etc. A glass of S. F. Beer, French Clart't, tea or coffee included. All who have tried him say Jeff is the "BOSSr Nitrons Oxide Hat. Painless extraction of teeth at Dr. LaForce's dental rooms over 1. W. Case's tore. flfew Rich Blood. The use of Oregon Blood Purifier. Fine Boots and Shoes Of the best make and guaranteed quali ty at P. J. Goodman s. N othing sold but what can be recommended as being a cood article. Ladies' and children's shoes a specialty. Xew goods constant ly arriving. Important Xotice to Flxhcrnicn and. Others. "JEFF," of the CHOP HOUSE, will give you the BEST 25-cent meal in town for cash, lioanl by tnc weeK , in ad vance. Meals at any hour, day or night. Kor the genuine J. II. Cutter old Bourbon, ana the best ol wines. liquors and San Francisco beer, call at the Gem opposite the bell tower, and &ee Camp bell. "JEFF? of. the CHOP HOUSE is now ready to manufacture Ice Cream to order in any quantity for Balls. Socia bles, Private Houses, etc., and having the bestfacillties of any place in town guarantees to give satisfaction. Ice constantly on band and for sale. Containing all tin essentials of a true tonic, and sure to give satisfac tion, is Brown's Iron Bitters. An attractive, youthful appearance secured by using Parker's Hair Bal sam to all who are getting gray. Wken Ladle arc Attractive. All ladies know their faces arc most attractive when free from pim ples. Parker's Ginger Tonic is popu lar among them because it banishes impurities from blood and skin and makes the face glow with health. Two nice sunny rooms for rent in A M. Johnson's building. Inquire at the store of A. 51. Johnson &, Co. Have Wistar's balsam of wild cherry always at hand. It cures coughs, colds. bronchitis, whooping cough, croup, in fluenza, consumption, and all throat and jung complaints. 50 cents and.51 a bot tle. The finest selection of Jewelry ever seen in Astoria is now on exhibition at Gustav Hansen's. If you contemplate a purchase you will find styles and prices to suit you at tnc .Leading jewel ry House of Astoria. m ov ASTORIA, OREGON ""MPB jFOARD & STOKES, FZ2TB GROCERIES AXD PROVISIONS. ANCHORS. ROPE AND CORDAGE. HARNESS AT SAN FRANCISCO PRICES. A Full Line of House Furnishing Goods. AT THE O. It. &. X. DOCK. HEADQUARTERS Foster's Emporium. ffiost Complete Stock in Astoria Novelties of all Kinds Fruit lloth 1'orelsn and Domestic Wines and Liquors Ot Superior Brand. FOSTER'S CORNER, 0 R Sclx DOCK ASTORIA SAIL LOFT. A. M. JOHNSON & CO., PROPR'S. HAYING CONSIDERABLY INCREASED our facilities for meeting the demand of increase in loats thU year we would re spectfully call the attention of CANNERY MEN And all others needing sails, to this fact. Prices Same as Last Year, WORK STILL BETTER. Drilling and Best Quality of Rope on Hand. Onr Work has Given Satisfaction for Eight Years, And shall he made to do so while ne are in the business. Ice Delivered to Order. FRANK FABRE S rilKPAKED TO DELIVER THE BEST . quality of Ice at 2VI cents per pound, in quantities from ten pounds up. to Hotels, saloons. Kcstauranis, or l-amili lies, leaving thoir orders with hhu Large quantities of ce constantly on hand it Ice Crpam .Fresh. Every Bay. Musical. Ill AVE THE AGENCY OF THE BEATTY Organs and Pianos, and will sell the same very low for cash, or on time with the proper security, reraons desiring to purcnase an onran for cither church or family use will una it greatly to tneir interest to can at my restuence ana ascertain prices, rive years guaranteo givc-n if desired. J. 11. li.LUN. WE New Has removed one block below, from their former location on Main street, next door to N. Loeb's Clothing Store, where we keep Latest Novelties of all Descriptions, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, LATEST PAPERS, and PERIODICALS Jewelry, Watches. D3 j3l OB "3T STTGrG-XS Which we will SELL AT COST, as we. have no room to store them. Come and See 'Us. Vc treat our Customers all alike, and will not misrepresent our Goods. NEW Y0$K NOVELTY STORE, Main Street, Astoria, Or. 0. H. COOPER, GENERAL MERCHANDISE. The Leading Dry Goods Clothing Souse of Astoria, LACE GURT&12XS, I have just received a large consignment of Lace Curtains, and Curtain Materials, in the newest designs, and would invite an inspec tion from intending purchasers, conQdent that for rarity and Low Prices NO SUCH VALUE HAS EVER.BEEN OFFERED IN ASTORIA. Silks and Dress Goods, "We are showing on our Centre Counters a collection of the most elaborate and richest Goods ever shown in this City, AT REMARKABLE LOW PRICES. All Silk Rhadames, Drap D'Almas All Silk Foulards, "Wool Surrahs, All Silk Ottomans, Satin Soleils, Etc., Etc Vfe are now showing the Largest and most Elegant Line of La dies' Cloaks and Wraps ever brought to this City. Black Dolmans, Trimmed with Lace, Fringe, and Gimp. Black Silk Dolmans, Lined and Trimmed with Guipure Lace and Gimp. Fine Brocaded Satin Dolmans, Handsomely Trimmed with Chenille Fringe. Walking Jackets, Mantles. Ulsters and Dusters. Shetland Shawls, Evening Shawls, Wool Shawls, All Sizes and Colors. CLOTHING AND GENTS FURNISHING GOODS DEPARTMENT We are showing, without doubt, the largest, and most complete stock of Mens', Youths', and Boys' Clothing ever brought to Astoria AT EXTREMELY LOW PRICES. Largest Stock, Finest Goods. and' Iiowesi Prices in Astoria, C. H. COOPER, KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS BUILDING, ASTORIA. OCCIDENT ST0EE. New Goods ! FINE CLOTHING, Dress Suits, Business Suits, Ias33.-t Summer Suits. Styles to Suit All. Quality to Suit All. A complete line of GEXTS' FUItXJSlIIXG GOODS . Fine Summer Under wear. Hosiery. French Percale Shirts. Scarfs, Ties, bilk, and Linen Handkerchief, Etc., etc. D.A. Th.e Leading TAILOR, CLOTHIER, HATTER IT PAYS TO TRADE WITH ME I "WHO? FRANK ELBERSON, SeasiieBaiery & Confectionery- Because my Goods are the Best, and Always Fresh. Cakes Candies etc., furnished for "Wedding parties, on short notice, and guaranteed to giTe perfect satisfaction. Cake ornamenting a specialty. Opposite G. W. Hume's. L. K. G. SMITH, Importer and wholesale dealer in Clears and Tobaccos, Smokers' Articles, PJariac Card 5, CHtlery, Sta tionery Etc. The largest and finest stock of MEEIt SCHAUM and AMBER GOODS In the city. Particular attention paid to orders from the country, Theo.BUACKER, Manager. Chcnamus Street, Astoria. Oregon. LEAD BUT NEVER FOLLOW ! Yorls Woveltv s Hew Patterns ! IN Trices to Suit AU. A full Stock of Trunks and Satchels. and GENTS FURNISHER. SKflfcaKgi I TiMilTiilllHH , . W . UA.SJJi, IMPORTER AND WHOLESALE AND RB TAIL DEALER IN GENERAL MERCHANDISE Corner Chenamus and Cass streets. ASTORIA ..-- OREGON LEATHERS BROS. boat isiti:lirs, Up Stairs Over Arndt A. Ferchen's Shop. Call and examine the work ve are doing and see the u ood n e aro usinc. before male ing a trade elsewhere. FIRST-CLASS WORK A SPECIALTY. 1 ASTORIA MARBLE WORKS. DAVID KEL3IA, - - Proprietor, Manufacturer ot American and Italian i terv lots enclosed with curblntr. walls and coping or stone posts and Iron railing. Prices and designs furnished to persons at a dis tance. atisfactlon guaranteed. Slate can seamers for cannery use. ASTOHIA. OREGON.