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ASTORIA, OREGON:
TUESDAY-. JANUARY C. J8S5
THE COMING LEGISLATURE.
Next Monday the state legislature
meets. It appears to liave considera
ble work blocked out for it 01 course
there "won't bo much done the first
week beyond getting ready to choose
Senator Slater's successor. "Who ho
will be is an open question. "Wil
liams, Hirsch, George, Hill and Hare
are the candidates, with their chances
about in the order that their names ap
pear. Either of the last two would
work for this section of the state.
Those who claim to know say that
Geo. H. "Williams will be the choice.
The measures for proposed legisla
tion, are plenty. The repeal or
change of the present ridiculous
mortgage tax lawj the enactment of a
registry law; the regulating the mat
ter of state taxation, and the enact
ment of sundry relief bills are the
most important.
There is one -matter not generally
discussed, that is, in our opinion,
very important the assignment law.
At present, tho debtor appoints the
assignee. This should be changed.
The court is the proper source from
which tho assigneo should come.
There is a fashion of embarrassed
business men confessing judgment
and after securing favored creditors,
letting outside creditors -in in the
subsequent scramble for a part of
the indebtedness. This is dishon
est and should bo suppressed. In
Ohio, Illinois and other states, if a
creditor gets judgment, all tho other
creditors of tho state share in tho
matter proportionally. That is a go.id
model for a change in tho present law,
which admits of fraud.
Another needed bit of legislation is
that which would provide for uniform
taxation. The way it is now tho
several couuty governments make
provision for the stale tax. Each
county tries to see how low it can get
its tax, fearing that it will pay moro
than its "share" of the state expenses.
The result is that a county liko Clat
sop pays iu proportion three times
the taxes that Multnomah or Marion
pay.
The remedy lies in the appointment
of a state board of equalization.
There is a belter way, but as the con
stitution now reads, a state equaliza
tion board seems tho only way out
of tho muddle. Some legislator with
brains enough to see what is wanted
and get up enough to get his measures
through can do a good deal for tho
state this winter. "Who shall it be?
The editor of the Port Townsend
Daily Argus thinks that Port
Townsend would do belter to sup
port one vigorous newspaper than
to starve two to death. He also
makes bold io say tEat if tho people
of Port Townsend would give his
paper the money they send to Port
land for papers with dispatches in
them, that ho would bo able to get
out a first-class paper with dis
patches aud publisn a -newspaper
that would be a credit to tho place.
"When tho Port Townsend editor is
longer at the business, ho will drop
on this littlo fact that it is always
easier for men to pity a failure than
to admire a success, and that in gen
eral, people don't believe in allowing
anyone to bo too successful. It re
flects by contrast too forcibly.
Fob evory dollar of American goods
exported to tho Sandwich Islands,
says the Orogonian, we have remit
ted S1.1S in duties on Hawaiian sugar
and rice. Estimating our profit on
the goods exported at 10 per cent and
wo . have given away 118 cents for
every 10 cents received, and this one
sided, jug-handle stylo of a bargain
is termed "reciprocity." To bo sure
tho.few foreign planters in the Sand
wich Islands and tho Spreckels mono
poly sugar ring are well suited, and
if this Cuban-American treaty is con
summated we shall have tho most
stupendous profits that the world has
ever seen for the few persons inter
ested. The Wall Street JYews says: "Wo
understand that in spite of all that
has been written tho $10,000,000 loan
of the Oregon aud Transcontinental
company has not been taken by stock
holders asjreported. From the best
information attainable wo believe that
about $5,000,000 has been subscribed
by the stockholders.
.HAUK1ED.
IrUfils ciry, Jan. '4th, by Rev. Wm.
RobertSj Dr. J. E. LaForce and Miss E.
E. Higgins, daughter of J. 1). Higgins,
all of Astoria.
NEW TO-DAY.
For Sale.
TheBoantiful and Favorably Located
BAY VIEWRESTAURANT
Is fotsale at a bargain, on account of the
proprietor's desire to go east to see her par
entsInqulre at the restaurant or at this
effice:
.
Wanted.
A COMPETENT STEADY -MAN "WITH
Reed references, for Barkeeper.
Apply to KUDOLFH BARTIL
Steady, Sir !
STEER YOUR PURSE
IN THE
Right Direction
AND
n
1
M. D. KANT, The Boss,
Is closing out his entire stock of Clothing
and Overcoats, finest and best quality,
Largest assortment in Men's, Youth's
and Boys' Clothing. Gents' Puruishinc
Goods, Boots and Shoes, Kubber and Oil
Clothing, Hats and Caps, etc., at prices
that will suit the times.
Ho will make np the finest and best fit
ting suit of Clothing to Order, for tho
LOWEST PBICES IN TOWN.
Ship Captains
Tako notice of the fact that I can supply
your crew with Cheaper and Better goods
than any other house in Oregon.
M. D. KANT, The Boss.
Notice to Water Consumers.
I WOULD BESPJSCTFDLLY KEQUKST
that all persons having their water pines
repaired have them fixed properly so they
will not freeze and burst, as I will make no
deduction on rates iu the future, on account
of hurstcd or frozen pipes. Any information
in regard to the manner of fixing pipes will
be cheerfully given bv request.
J AS. W. WELCII.
Sup't.
New Year's Goods
AT
I. J. ARVOLD'S
A BIG STOCK OF
RUBBERS,
WINTER BOOTS
AND SHOES.
Laiies'aiCMlta'sKieSlOBS
AT
I. J. ARVOLD'S,
Sign of The Golden Shoe.
Dissolution of Partnership.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE
partnership .heretofore existing be
tween Bergman & Berry is this day dis
solved by mutual consent, A. W. Berry re
tiring from the firm, who will collect all
bills due and settle all accounts of the late
firm.
ISAAC BERGMAN,
A. W. BEUUY.
Astoria, Oregon, December 3lst, 18SI.
T. G. RftWLINGS,
Wholesale and Retail Dealer In
Tropical, Domestic, Green and Dried
flUTS. CANDIES, DRIED MEATS, ETC.
Fine Cigars and Tobacco.
Next door to I. J. Arvold's, Squomoqua St.
Furnished Rooms to Let,
WITH OR WITHOUT BOARD.
Enquire of MBS. E; C. HOLDEN.
For Rent.
TT WO FRONT ROOMS: SUITABLE .FOR
A office : centrally located : apply at As
ToniAX ofllce.
CROW
Does not make any second-class Pic
tures at his New Gallery, No. Gl,on
the Roadway.
At Frank Fabro's.
Board for $22X0 a month. The best
in the city. Dinner from 5 to 7.
FJhkcrmeu Attention!
Before buying twine examine the
Dunbar, McMaster & Co.'s extra strong
Irish Flax Thread, No. 40, 12 jly. Jas.
O. Hanthorn, of this city, is the sole
agent for the Pacific coast.
Freak Eastern hh& Khsalwatcr
Bay Oysterw
Constantly on hand, cooked to any style
at Frank Fabres.
.Foraflfcat Fitting: Beet
Or Shoe, go to P. J. Goodmans, on Che
namus street, next door to I. "W. Case.
AH goods of the best make and guaran
teed quality. A full stock; new goods
constantly arriving. Custom work.
Mil Save Mow
Change of Agency.
We have appointed
MR. O. F. MORTON
Our Selling and Collectins Agent at Astoria.
All those wishing to purchase a first-claw
SEWIXG MJ.CMXE, or to make pay
ments due us will please call on Mr. Morton
Headquarters at B. S.WORSLEVS Sales
room. The Singer Mfg Co.,
92 Morrison Street, Portland, Or.
COLUMBIA
Candy Factory.
Next door to Astoria Bakery, where
all Orders may be loft.
Tho Choicest Candy Made Daily.
AH Candy manufactured at my establish
ment warranted first-class.
ED. JACKSON, Trop'r.
The NorthernPaciflcExpress Co.
FUKNISHES
The Shortest, Quickest and most
Reliable Konlc between
ASTORIA AND ALL POINTS.
If vou havo Anj thing to Send by Express,
Send it Dy the
Northern Inci fie Express Co.
Order your Express packages sent to you
by the
NORTHERN PACI FIC EXPRESS CO.
Prompt Delivery, Low Hates, Satisfaction
guaranteed
S. KE.3IOKE. Astoria A Kent.
Important Notice!
Oregon improvement Co.
MRetetiomPriceofCoal.
On and after December 1st until further
notice tlio prico at tho bunkers will be as
follows for
SEATTLE COAT..
Clean Domestic per ton, 22 10 lbs $7.00
Average Steam " c.00
Screenings " " " 4.00
On hand a constant supply, at market
rates, of first-class
CUMBERLAND.
K.A.NOYES,Agcnt.
HOSPITAL,
ASTORIA,
OltKUCft
TniS INSTITUTION, UNDER CARK OF
the Sisters of Charity, Is now ready foi
the reception of patients.
Private rooms for the accommodation ui
any desiring them.
Patients admitted at all houis.day or night.
No physician has exclusive right, even
patient Is free to and has the privilege of
employing any physician they prefer.
United States 3Iarlue
Seamen who pay Hospital Dues, are enti
tled to Free care and attendance at this Hos
pital duringslckness. Permits must be ob
tained lor United States Marines at the Cus
tom House.
Sisters of Chabiti
Carnahan & Co.
SUCCESSORS TO
I. "W. CASE,
IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE AND
KKTA1L DEALEKS IN
GENERAL MERCHANDISE
'"oruer Chenamus and Cass streets.
ASTORIA ... OREGON
Builders $ Carpenters
MATERIAL.
SASH DOORS AND MOULDING.
First Class Work at Prices to
Suit tho Times.
PLANS AND ESTIMATES FURNISHED.
C. H. Bain & Co.'s
Steam Planing Mil I and Sash Factory
Boat Building a Specialty.
Stockholders' Meeting.
milE ANNUALMEETING OFTHE BRIT
JL ish America Packins Co Bkeena. will
be held on the 19th dav of January t 18S5, at
the residence of Gust Holmes, at o a. m., for
the purpose of electing directors for the en
suing year and transacting any oUier busi
ness that may come before the meeting.
By order or the president.
A. YOUNG,
Secretary.
Special Sale.
mHE FINE STOCK OF D. HART IS XflW
X offered at private sale at cost price. It
comprises ladies' and gents furnishing
kuuu, uuuuuK.eic a goou cuauce ior uar-
Kains.
I. BERGMAN,
Assignee.
Notice.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I
will not be responsible for any debt
contracted by any person, unless it be upon
my written order.
. . , A. G.SPEXARTH.
Astoria, December22nd, 1884.
Stockholders' Meetina.
mm! AVNITAT. MPPTIVfi rl? titi?
A Stockholders of the British America
i-acKing uo. win De nem at me residence of
Gust Holmes. Upper Astoria. Oregon, on
thnlRthnr.Tnnnn.rv. iRft.1; nt o 1 -..
purpose of electing a board of directors for
wiu ciuuiug jcji iuiu iu iniusaci sucn ouier
uuoiuco iu uiu cuiuc uuure me meeung.
By order of the president.
A. YOUNG,
Secretary.
For Sale.
FINE NINE-ROOMED DWELLING
llOUSO With tWO lots, corner Main -mil
Seventh streets. For further particulars
l'J"J at xus ,o.tuu:jlm ouice.
Elegant Rooms.
SUNNY AND CONVENIENT. IN "WM,
Hume's building.
Apply to SAMUEL ELMORE.
House to Rent.
N
INE ROOMS : GOOD LOCATION.
inquire ot W, u. HEADINGTON.
Adler's Crystal Palace Book Store,
Carl .idler, Sole Agent, Astoria.
FISE feOCKllSlFOr? Gold and Silver
jewelry, nuiejc.TrasnXWATGHES ware,
limes' watches, Unequalled
DIAMONDS. in
Jewels Rich
AND RARE.
Even thine First- Fcf3,
Class. All Goods coiit Sur-'
tit: in U.
A
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l.nromotiTfi
We take nleasurd Enjrfneen Con.
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hi Hviniji uw BaUwajBcn. Tncy
Remember CARL ADLER'S Crystal Palace.
Carpets! Carpets! Carpets.
We brg 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 grades, from the
FINEST BODY BRUSSELS
In the Newest Tints and Shades,
To the lowest priced article in this line. "We are determined to dispose or our stock of
Carpets within the next four weeks, and to that cud offer special inducements, precluding
the possibility of Heine; tJuderHoId by any of our Competitor.
IN THE
Furniture and House Furnishing Line
We can show you the very BEST GOODS at BOTTOM FIGURES, and shall be pleased
to receive acill for inspection whether you purchase or not.
CHAS. HEILBORN.
New Establishment!
FURNITURE, FURNISHING GOODS,
Carpets, Matting, Pictures, Mirrors,
PICTURE FRAMES MOULDINGS, ETC., ETC.
At Greatly Reduced Prices,
ASTORIA FURNITURE CO.,
Cor. Chenamus and Hamilton Sts. II. Du J3UISSOX, Manager.
jj
tyfkdLm
Of cither sex admitted to tho
PORTLAND BUSINESS COLLEGE
On any week-day of tho year.
The College Journal, containing in
formation of the course of study, rates
of tuition, hoard, examination, etc., and
cuts of plain and ornamental penman
ship, free. Address,
A. P. ARMSTRONG,
Lock Box KM. ror.TLAXD, Or.
B3J-Jn writing, please mention this paixr.
Assignee's Notice.
INTHECIRCrJITCOURTOFTHE STATE
of Oregon, for Clatsop County, in the
matter of the assignment of Win. House
man, insolvent :
Notice is herehy given that the under
slgned has been appointed assignee of the
estate or said "Wm. Houseman, an insolvent
person, and all persons having claims
against said estate are hereby notified to
present the same to the undersigned at his
place of business, in Astoria, Oregon, duly
verified as required by law, within three
months from the first publishing of this no
tice. ISAAC BERGMAN.
Assignee of the estate of
"Wm. Houseman.
Astoria, Or.. Dec. 18, 18SJ.
Assignee's Notice.
NOTICE IS HEREIJi' GIVEN TH AT THE
undersigned has been appointed the as
signee or Uie estate of Banger & Johnson,
and all persons having claims against said
firm are hereby notified to present the same
duly certified to the undersigned, at his of
fice, iu Astoria, Oregon, within three months
from this date, Dec. 27th. 1SS1.
J. II. D. GRAY.
Executor's Notice.
HAVING BEEN APPOINTED BY THE
County Court or Clatsop County, Ore
gon, executrix or the last will and testament
of Tlios. Goodwin, deceased, all persons
Inning claims against said cstato will pre
sent them duly verified and with proper
vouchers to the undersigned at her resi
dence on eiatsop Plains. Clatsop County,
Oregon, within six months from this date,
Dec5,i8S4.
MAHIETTA GOODWIN.
2t-3t Executrix.
PATENTS,
CaveaU,Ite.issues andTrade-irarli secured,
and all other patent causes In the Patent
Office and before the Courts promptly and
carefully attended to.
Don rceelDt of MODEL or SKETCH of
invention, I make careful examination, and
adcUcas to patentabllUvFREE of CHARGE
FEES MODERATE, and I make NO
CHARGE UXLESS PATENT IS SECURED
Information, advice, and special references
sent on application.
J. R. L1TTELL, Washington, D.C.
Near U. S. Patent Oltlce.
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EBONY,
Ormolu and Crystal.
rewuip iwmi
cosmiid Ornaments and Pre-
as TUB
SS5S1S clous Stones.
"dUesJfctowns
3T eiclnslTO Th nt.u.-ot?i nil iiuwt
Acrenta flz&dlBir di. . n..i., tn
lewelerai.wlthS t,lH"" V"'"3 '"
TullWamntr.
jeweli:y.
ICES!!
ASTORIA
Best BREAD in the City,
Best CAILES,
Ilcsl CAKES and TASTRY,
Best ICE CREAM,
FincHt Ornamental YTorlcto Order,
ED. JACKSON.
Wood for Sale.
Good Dry Vine Maple and Fir.
Vine Maple, S3 75 per cord : $4 09 delivored
Fir, - - 3 CO " " 3 50
Leave orders with Dan Murray, at
D.L. BECK & SONS.
HAS RETURNED.
T 1. liEtVrilBBS HAS RETURNED
J and is ready to tutu out some lino fish
ing boats for the river. Shop on the beach
between Kinney's and Elmore's canneries.
CUHARD STEAMSHIP LINE.
WE BEG LEAVE TO ANNOUNCE A
great reduction In rates over the above
well known line. Parties desiring to go to
Europe, or wishinc to send for friend In
the old country will find it to their ad van
tage io purcnase itcKets over tue cunard
line. Tickets issued by as good from any
part of Europe to Astoria.
BOZORTH & JOHNS,
Agents.
Boat Building,
THE BEST
STOCK AND WORKMANSHIP
GUARANTEED.
Boats of Every Description Built.
Shoji over Arndt & Ferchen's.
It. M. LEATHERS.
Assignee's Notice.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE
undersigned has been appointed assign
eo of the estate ot D. Hart, an insolvent
debtor. All creditors of said estate are no
tified to present their claims against said es
tate, under oath, to me. w Ithin three montlis
at the office ofF. D. Winton, In the city of
ASioua, ciaisop county, uregon.
ISAAC BERGMAN,
Assignee,
Dec. 27th. l&Sl.
Notice To The Public.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I
will not be responsible for any debts
contracted by my wife.
JOHN DOUGLAS.
Astoria Dec. 31st,lSS4.
For The Tinest Groceries.
Tor The Freshest Vegetables,
For The Most Complete Assortment,
For Absolute Satisfaction,
In Filling and Delivering All Orders,
Call at
FRAMI L.
Family Grocery and Provision Store,
Corner Benton and Chenamus Streets,
Opposite Custom House
Square.
TER apply to the Captain, or to
BY
Everybody Made Happy !
Present for the Holidays Purchased at the
EMPIRE STORE.
I :
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S Having just received from Eastern markets a most 5
S magnificent line of staple anil fancy articles compris-
S ins anything and everything that is stylish and beau- -
5 tiful in our line, we invite a call from all our friends g
5 and the public generally. s
Among the thousands of novelties received we will g
- enumerate: Elegant Dress Goods, Ladies' and Child's S
- Neckwear, Worsted Knit Goods, Skirts, Gloves, Cor- S
sets, Iloopskirts, and numerous other novelties. 5
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In Lalies' anil CMI's FINE SHOES we M tke Met.
Call Early and Secure a Good Selection.
n JL Bffi2ifgiae2?y,
DKALKIl
Tin, Sheet Iron and Copper Ware.
A Geueral Assortment of
HOUSEHOLD GOODS.
Agents for
Magee Stoves and .Ranges
Tne Best In the market.
Plumbing goods of all kinds on hand. Job
work done In a workmanlike manner.
PLUMBING, GAS FITTING, AND CANNERY WORK
Attended to Promptly on Reasonable Terms.
Cliennmus Street, Next toC L Parker's Store.
THE NEW MODEL
BBaP8KcPis5sllipY1
A TULI. STOCK
M.OLSEN. J.GUSTAFSOX. A. JOITNSOJT.
MARTIN OLSEN & CO.
DEALERS IN
FTJKlsriTURE S5 BEDDING
Corner Main and Squemoqaa Streets. Astoria, Orezon.
WINDOW SHADES AND TRIHMNCS; WALL PAPER, ETC
A Complete Stock.
PEICES AS CHEAP AS QUALITY WILL AFFORD.
AIX KIXDS OF FURKITUKE REPAIRED AW VARNISHED.
FOE
Finest Groceries,
-GO TO
FOABD & STOKES.
A FULL LINE OF
HARDWARE
AND
Ship Chandlery.
A
NEW SLIP
Just Finished iu'Eear of Store.
PAKKER'S
av.arHTBr-'T-arafiB
STEAMER
mm nun
l ben P. Parker,Master.
For TOWING. FREIGHT orCHAR
II. . fAKKER.
A-
!'
RANGE CAN BE HAD IN AS
TORIA ONLY OF
E. B. HAWE8,
AGEJNT
CALL AND EXAMINE IT, V
WlLL BE TLEASED.
E. K. IIAWE3 is also agent for t!i
Bid jatent Cooldif Stove
And other first-class Sttnes.
Furuaco "Worlr. Steam Pit
tluKs. etc., a specialty.
AI.WAYS OJT HAND.
Hardware aifl Ship Chanfllery
VAN DUSEN & CO.,
dea:lebs ix
Hardware and Ship Chandlery
Pnre Oil, Bright Varnish,
Binuclc Oil, Cotton Canvas,
Hemp Sail Twine,
Cotton Sail Twine,
Lard Oil,
Wrought Iron Spikes,
Galvanized Cut Nails,
Agricultural Implements,
Sewing Machines,
Paints ana OIls,iGrocerIes, etc,
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