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About The daily morning Astorian. (Astoria, Or.) 1883-1899 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 14, 1884)
W fw gaftj tffotfatt. ASTORIA, OREGON: FRIDAY- -NOVEMBER H 1864 The Atlantic ocean at New Jersey is forty inches lower than at the Gulf of Mexico. A wobld's fair is to bo held in St Louis in 1892 to celebrate the dis covery of America by Columbus. It is a noticeable fact that the first Republican president elected, and the last Republican president elected (up to the present time), were bothassas sinated. ' De Voe, the weather prophet, says: "I will venture to predict that there will be more brilliant sunsets, and the sty will be even redder than last year, every cold spell this fall and winter. "When we have a brilliant sunset the wind will shift to the south, and it will grow warmer, and three days after ward it will rain." Up in the Yakima country a doctor with a practice of 81200 has only col lected $16 in cash in the last twenty months. The rest has been taken in orders on stores, saw-mills, lime kilns, tailors, undertakers and well diggers. One account of $7 was taken out in fiddling, and the fiddler could only play one tune. Thomas A. Edison says he has given himself five years to discover the short cut by which electricity can be generated directly from coal with out the use of the steam engine. He says: "The great secret of doing away with the intermediary furances, boil ers, Bteam engines and dynamos, will be found probably within ten years."' The Washington monument on Thursday reached a greater height than that of any structure in the world, being 520 feet and 10 inches above the floor of the monument. The next highest structure in the world is the spire of the Cologne cathedral, which towers 515 feet above the floor of the building. It is estimated it will take but twenty five working days to complete the monument, so there is no doubt of of its being being finished in time for dedication the 22d of February. CoxGEBNixa our state representa tion in the event of Cleveland's elec tion a singular state of affairs will arise. After the expiration of Sena tor Slater's term of office and on the day that the inauguration take3 place there will not be a single congres sional representative from Oregon in harmony with the Democratic execu tive. The same precise state of af fairs will exist in California. This is the first time such a thing has oc curred in any northern state. The result will be that the Democratic president will have no one to advise with regarding who should be ap pointed to fill sundry offices in this state, for it is probable that there are Democrats who could be induced to take Federal positions were they of fered to them. "Bur where you can buy the cheap est," is the motto of all free trade theorists, and of course is acted on by England. But somehow or other the ancient motto every now and then gets somebody into trouble. The last victim was the English government itself, which bought powder from a German firm because they sold cheap er than English powder makers. Thereupon one of the latter called the attention of the government to the fact that powder could not be made at an hour's notice, and that as it was bought in Germany in time of peace for economy's sake, the English makers would not be able to keep such a supply on hand as would be available in time of war. And home industry is patronized now for the powder supply. e m Some of the lumber trade journals state that a new method of tree fell ing by dynamite has been successful ly introduced. A cartridge of that explosive substance is placed in a channel bored directly under the tree to be operated upon, and when exploded, the tree is simply forced up bodily and falls intact on its side. If the system works as well as it is represented to do, and the tree is not fractured by the force of the explo sion, a large proportion of valuable wood at the base of the trunk can be utilized which is now lost. This method seems admirably adapted for clearing forest properties and con "verting them into arable land, as it brings .up the roots of the tree at one operation, and dispenses with the tedious and costly process of grubbing out the roots of the felled timber. This latter work was a her culean task in many of the north western states, such as Ohio, Mich igan, Minnesota and Wisconsin, and also in Canada. Many a farmer in Canada wore his life out in removing -stamps, and died before the work was fully accomplished. NEW TO-DAY. For Rent. THE PREMISES FORMERLY OCCU pJod by Mrs. Wallman as a boardinc bouse and saloon on the corner of "West-fith and Cedar streets, are for rent. For par ticulars apply to JOHN HAHN. Occidental Hall! POSITIVELY TWO NIGHTS ONLY! TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY November 18th and 18th. AMERICA'S GREATEST ACTRESS. ROSE EYTINGE, Supported by a company of Exceptional Artists. Tuesday, Not. 18, The Latest Union Square Success. FELICIA, Or WOMAN'S LOVE. Wedaes4ar, Ufer. 19, LEAH. THE FORSAKEN. Owing to the great expense incurred dur ing; tbls engagement the prices of admission wfll be $1.80 RHd $1.00. No extra charge for Reserved Seats Tickets for sale at New York Novelty Store. TheWeeklyAstorian OUT In Wrappers ready for Mailing. Price, - Ten Cents. Notice of Application. NOTICE IS HEBEBY GIVEN THAT THE undersigned intends to aoDlv to the common council of the city of Astoria at Us next regular meeting, lor a license to sen wine, malt and spirituous liquors In less quantities than one quart, fir a period of oneyearfrom the loth day of November. 1884. in the building known at the Parker House, and situated on lot No. 5, block No. 8, in the city of Astoria as laid out and re corded by John McClure. J. IL CLOSE. VALUABLE REAL ESTATE AT Public Auction. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 11 A. M. Lots 5, 6, and 7 in Block G, Adair's Astoria, together with the residence and appurte nances located thereon. I am instructed to sell the above men tioned eligible property, on the premises, opposite the Anglo-American racking Co., to the highest bidders therefor. Terms, half cash, balance on time. Title perfect. Warranty deed. E. C. HOLDER , Auctioneer. For Rent. TWO FBONT BOOMS : SUITABLE FOR Offices : cetrallv located nnnlv nt A a. ToaiAN office. THE LATEST STYLES IN WALL PAPER AT B. B. FRANKLIN'S, NEXT DOOR TO ASTORIAN OFFICE. A Tery large Stock from which to select. Window curtains made to order. WMv Ti(lfnt Trimmer tn rut Wolt Pnnar wHl bo lountl convenient to my patrons. Good Building Lots IN 1LDERBROOK, For Sale at Low Rates. Apply to IiXXAN C. KISNEY, At office of Clatsop Mill Company, on the Roadway. Riii st o RE Babber Haatlas Beets, CsaU, Hats, Cap. Ctauamers, etc Kabber, leather aad Cotton KelUag, FackiajCt aTese. etc. PRESTON, NOTT & CO., 1 64, First Street, Portland, Or. LOEB & CO. JOBBERS IN WINES. LIQUORS, AND CIGARS. AGENTS FOB THS Best San Francisco Houses and Eastern Distilleries. Tumblers Decanters, and All Kinds of Saloon Supplies. 3T"All good sold at San Frascteco Prices. KAINSTEEET. Opposite Parker Eobm, Astoria, Oregon. Hiuscto Rent W SI ROOMI : GOOD LOCATION. feqaCre of TT, B XlvLIHKftTOtf, Look Here ! IF YOU WANT FZXTS STATIONERY MuSiCulMr eats Fancy Goods GO TO Crystal Palace Wheeler & Kipp, PRACTICAL Ruta Gas anil Steam litters ALL WORK Warranted, and Estimates Given. ' FULL STOCK Iron and Lend Pipe, Da lit Tub. Water Closed, and Gas Fixtures. Chimney Pipe, Cheaper than Brick. JOBBING PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. Corner Squemoqun and Hamilton Streets, Astoria, uregon. W. E. DEMENT & CO. ASTORIA, - - - OKKGOX Carry in Stock, DRUGS, CHEMICALS, TOILET and FANGY ARTICLES. Prescriptions carefully Compounded C. UElNEXWEBKn. Leinenweber & Co., ESTABLISHKD 1855. ASTOKfA, ... OREGON Smm AND CURBRIES, Manufacturers and Importers or all kinds of LEATHER AND FDJIIUGS. Wholesale Dealers In OIL AND TALLOW. HiBhest cash price paid for Hides and taiiow. H. D. XEVTBUBT. I. STETEXS. & CITY BOOK STORE, Have lust received a mammoth stock of Books. The young and old, rich and poor can an us acconunoaaiea. AGENTS FOR THE Kr&aich A Bach and MandBfeldt A. Statnl Pianof and Western Cottage Organs, Orders for all kinds of Music orlnstrti monts will be promptly filled. ASTORIA Best BREH in the City, Best CJLADIES, Best CAKES and PASTRY, Best ICE CRKA.1I, Finest Ornamoatal Work to Order. ED. JACKSON. HEADING UXDEBTAIiEK, MainSt. Astoria, Oregon. Furnished Rooms to Let, W OR WrTTTftTTT Tin l T? r Enquire of Mrs. E. 0. HOLDEN. For Rent. THE 8TORB ON'MAIN STREET, F0RM. erly occupied by N. Loeb. Inquire of c. BOELLING. Tax Notice. mHE DELINQUENT TAX LIST OF n ?5?plrty ln Astoria School District No. 2?lr been placed in my hands and a warrant Issued for its collection. All par MesJawwiBc themselves delinquent are un ified that t&e same is now due and pay able at my office without further notice. 4 WQ.EOSS, Ex-OffleloTfil CaHaiknr I AstwU, fft. 3Tt. 14. ABLER'S NewDury Stevens iarpets! Carpets! Carpets! We bej: to call the attention of the public to our latest importation, direct from Eastern manufacturers, of the largest invoice of CARPETS ever offered for sale in this city, comprising all grade-, from the FINEST BODY BRUSSELS In the Newest Tints and Shades, To the lowest priced article in this line. "We u&rpeis wuruu tne next iour weeiis, aim 10 m;iu uuu uuer peciui uiuucemems, preomaing the possibility of UoLng Undersold by any of oar Oompotltorx. -IN Furniture and House Furnishing Line Wo can show you the very BEST GOODS at BOTTOM FIGURES, uid sball b pleased to receive a call for Inspection whether you purchase or nut. CHAS. HEILBORN. New Establishment! FURNITURE, FURNISHING GOUDS, Carpets, Matting, Pictures, Mirrors, PICTURE FRAMES MOULDINGS, ETC., ETC. At Greatly Reduced Prices, ASTORIA FURNITURE CO., Cor. Chenamus and Hamilton Sis. U. Du BTJISSOX, Manager. THE i Mill. LARGEST AND FINEST SASH AND DOOR FACTORY Tn "Western Oregon. A Full Stock on Hand and Made Up to Order. BOATS DBTTIIjT ASD SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Sashes, Doors, Windows, Mouldings, Etc., Of Best Material. Bids Furnished Contractors, Carpenters and Builders. All bills due and payable at the end of the month, unless otherwise agreed upon. Wm. HOWE, Proprietor. CLATSOP MILL COMPANY Manufacturers and Dealers in Lumber, Salmon Trays, BOXES, ETC. OFFICE AND HILL, CORNER SALMON AND CEDAR STREETS. ASTORIA. Oregon. FISHERMEN! Twines and Netting. 5IAMJFACTUKED VX TIIK Baltimore Twine and Net Company. WM. J. HOOPER & SON, So. e, South Calvert St, Baltimore, Md. EeSeud for Price List, naming your County and State, pleask mention this vxvzn. Wilson& Fisher Ship Chandlers, HEAVY AND SHELF HARDWARE Paints, Oils, and Varnish. LOGGERS1 SUPPLIES. PROVISIONS AND MILL FEED AGENTS FOR Salem Flouring Mills, Portland Roller Mills, Capital Flour and FAIRBANKS' SCALES. ASTORIA, OREGON. Assignee Notice. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Arm of J. E. Thonnw has assigned all their property to the undersigned for the benefit of their creditors and all persons having claims against said estate must pre sent the same duly verified to the assignee at his office ln Astoria, Oregon, vrlthln three months from this date. NoTemfcer etb.lSH. F.r.mcr. lie Ham are determined to dispose of oar stok of THiJ - $67,000,000 Capital ! Liverpool and London and Globe. North British and mercantile Of London and Edinburgh. Old Connecticut of Hartford, AXD COMMERCIAL OF CALIFORNIA Fire Insurance Companies, Iiepresentlng a Capital or S67,000 OOO. B. VAN DUSEN. Auent. THE BEST IS THE OIBI3E3 jaLl3EJST I Royal Brand Flour Manufactured by the OREGON MILLING COMPANY Is of Superior Quality, and Is Endorsed by all who use It. THE HOUSEKEEPER'S FAVORITE Of Superior Eislng Quality. Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction. WYATT & THOMPSON Sole Agents for Aatorla. New Departure! At the well-known Restaurant of E0SCOE DIXON'S. On and after this date Oysters in every stylo will be serrcd at 25 Cents. Taney lioasts and Fried Oysters 35 Coats U. DlXOUf, Proprietor. Wood Yard. Another Reduction to Suit Hard Times. UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE THE ASTO rlaWood Yard. Gray's Dock, foot of Benton street, will sell wood at the follow ing prices and deliver wherever the streets are planked, between Trullinger's MiU and O'Brien's Hotel, back to Astor street : Green Alder, 2-cut ?4 23 per cord, long 3 50 Dry do do 4 US do do 3 75 Gr'nHemlo'k do 4 25 do do 3 50 Dry do do 4 60 do do 3 75 Green Fir do 4 SO do do 3 75 Dry Fir do 4 75 do do 4 00 Extra Maple and S. limbs do 5 50 d do 5 00 Vino Maple and S. limbs do 5 23 do do 4 75 Wood of All Kinds By the Scow load at REDUCED RATES. J. H. D. Git AY Astoria, June 1st, 18S4. Boat Building. THE BEST STOCK AND WORKMANSHIP UARANTEHD. Boats of Every Description Built. Shop over Arndt & Ferchen's. TC. Hf. LEATHERS. For Sale. FIVE HUNDRED CORD3 DRY HEM lock Wood, which I will deliver at th houses of customers for $4 a cord. Draylnc of all kinds done at reasonable ratM. R. B. MABIOW,- For Tlie Finest Groceries. Tor The Freshest Vegetables, For The Host Complete Assortment, For Absolute Satisfaction, In Filling and Delivering All Order, Call at FRAm L. Family Grocery and Provision Store, Corner Benton and Chenamus Streets, Opposite Custom House Square. MS r ' mm a ( ,. ..A IM I I I.I Iflll II I l I I II J-fTr---'' ' - Tl f- f -r- TEK apply to the Captain, or to Fall and Winter Campaign Opened AT THE EMPIRE STORE Having mustered all our forces for the coming event we are fU prepared to present in splendid array, an almost irresistible army of New and Stylish Goods in all our Department!, Anxiously awaitino; a fearless onslaught on the part of our patroaj, under the able leadership of the invincible General Gash, to wkom vr shall gracefully aud unconditionally surrender. Among our latest novelties we direct attention to our New Ball's Coiled Spring Elastic, Section Corset, Having secured the .sole agency in this city for this famous brand. We guarantee to the purchaser perfect satisfaction in ovary reaped and the privilege of wearing a corset for three weeks on trial; if foaad deficient the purohase money will be refunded. , PRAELBEOS. John A. Montgomery, UEAXEtt iy Tin, Sheet Iron and Copper Vare. A. General Assortment of HOUSEHOLD GOODS. Agents for Magee Stores and Eanges The Best In tbe Market. Plumbing goods of all kinds on hand. Job work done ln a irorkmanltke manner PLUMBING, GAS FITTING, AND CANNERY WORK Attended to Promptly on Reasonable Terms. Cbennnas Street, A'oit to C li. Parser's Store. ASTORIA, THE NEW MODEL A FULL STtiCK M. OLSBX j. auaxATsoir. MARTIN OLSEN & CO. DEALERS IN FURNITURE Ss BEDDING Corner Haln and Squemsqva Streets. Astcris, Oregea. WINDOW SHADES AND TRIMMNQS; WALL PAPER, ETC. A Complete Stock. PRICES AS CHEAP AS QUALITY WILL AFFORD. AIX KINDS OF FUKMTIKE HE PAIRED AND VABHISHED. FOR Finest Groceries, GOTO FOAED & STOKES. L FULL LINK OF HARDWARE AND Ship Chandlery. A NEW SLIP JMt TUlAtl U Br rt Store. PARKER'S ILiRA P1HRM then P. Parher, Hasten S For TOV 1 NG, PJtKIGIfT or CII.YK- 11. ii. JPAIUtEK. jauaaa; KAHGE CAN BE HAD IN Al- TCTJA ONLY OF E. 9. MAWB9, A.GB.HT CALL AND HXAMINR IT, V f WtLL BE PLEASED. E. II. FIAWE3 Is also actmt fox t'.r EM patent (Min? StOTg And other firat-clas Stores. Farnaoa Werk. Steam Fit tlnSa. oto.. a specialtr ALWAYS OIT HAND. oaaaap3oa a A..roxfSer- Hardware and Slip (Mfllerj VAN DUSEN & CO., DBALBBS IX Hardware and Ship Chandlery Pure Oil, Bright Varnish, Binacle Oil, Cotton C&nva, Hemp Sail Twine, . Cotton Sail Twine, Lard Oil, Wrought Iron Spikaa Galvanized Cut Naili, Agricultural - Implemtati, Pals a&4 MUAr , ,