m
he gaily gtftorian.
ASTORIA, OREGON:
TUESDAY- JA20JAItY 13. 16S5
VSCLE SAM MUST LOOK OUT.
The resolutions recently offered in
the bouse by Messrs. Herbert of Ala
bama and Belmont of New York,
calling on the president to define the
position of tbe government with re
lation to the Congo conference, were
the result of a feeling among some of
the leading members of the house
that the part this nation is taking in
that conference is likely to cause
great embarrassment in the future.
Keports from Europe show that Kas
son, by the introduction of a proposi
tion that the plan of government sug
gested include not only the Congo
basin, but all the valleys of tributa
ries of the Congo and the surround
ing region, and that the nations tak
ing part in the conference pledge
themselves not to make war upon
each other, has made him the most
prominent figure in the conference.
There arc certain congressmen
who havo taken alarm at this.
They say it is a departure
from the policy which has obtained
bore from the foundation of the gov
ernment, not to enter into any
entangling alliance with foreign gov
ernments. They say, further, that it
looks as if the foreign powers -were
holding this out as a bait to induce
the government to commit itself and
recognize the college of nations, so
that Europe can demand to bo rec
ognized in the settlement of all ques
tions growing out of the Panama
canal and the Nicaragua treaty. It
is believed that France and England
will demand that all matters growing
out of these questions shall be set
tled by arbitration, and, having made
a departure, this government can do
nothing Tjut allow their claim or re
pudiate the action of the state de
partment in the instance of the Congo
conference. The latter course -would
be particularly dangerous in the
present defenceless condition of
America, without fortifications and
without a navy, aud the former would
mean a decision against us.
TaxiEIKo about the recent wreck of
the Abbie Cowjer on Shoal water
bay bar, the Gray's Harbor News
says: "11 it were a fashionable wa
tering place it would soon bo attend
ed to, but a place to save the lives of
a few unfortunate sailors who may
be cast adrift, can run itself. It was
reported about three mouths ago
that S15,000 had been appropriated
for a light at tho entrance to this
harbor, but there are no signs of con
struction as yet. What has become
of the project? With tho present
number of arrivals, and tho increase
that is bound to come wo aro entitled
to something besides a fourth order
light.-and shall expect to see a more
liberal appropriation for that pur
pose. Tho time has come for better
signals of danger along this coast.
There ought to be not only a good
light at tho ontrauce of these two
harbors, but one of them at least
should be supplied with a first class
siren for foggy -weather. Nearly all
the wrecks occur in thick weather."
Those industrious statesmen who
are anxious to secure an extension of
tho territory and influence of the
"United States can find a very useful
field for their offorts upon our ex
treme southwestern border. When
the purchase of the Arizona region
was made from tho Mexican govern
ment, a great error was committed on
the part of tho United States. This
was in running the boundary from
longitude 111 deg. west in a north
westerly direction to tho Colorado
river in about latitude 32 deg. 15 min.,
thus entirely cutting off the new ter
ritory from the sea. This should be
remedied as soon as possible by a
further purchase that would continue
the extreme southern line of Arizona
due west to tho Pacific ocean. Such
a purchase would cost but a trifle and
could'be taken on account as Mexico
still owes us a goodly sum. By this
means Arizona -would acquire a sea
coast which would be of immense
value to the whole southwest and we
would have complete possession of
the mouth of the Colorado river.
Kealt every nowspaper in the state
recognizes the justice of The Asto
riax's claim that just representation
be given Clatsop county. It appears
to s that by proper action on the
part of a few publio spirited citizens
tho claim could be got beforo tho leg
islature in. such shape as to insure its
being allowed.
The Wall Street News, a bear or
gan, says it expects to see coal and
granger property 90 per cent lower
this yearj also, both Central Pacific
and Union Pacific in the hands of re
ceivers; and competition in telegraph
ingsmt'the present price of Western
Union inftwaia.
The lord high chancellor of Great
Britain is cx-officio the speaker of the
house of lords. Ho is also a member
of the cabinet, and usually a peer,
though there is nothing to prevent
the sovereign from naming a com
moner for the position. Ho sits on
the woolsack, and "wears a wig and
gown during every session. Members
as they arise do not address him, how
ever, but the house, and he has not
tho right to decide who has the floor,
nor the right to demand order. He
is a mere figure-head, for -which he
receives $30,000 as judge and $20,000
as speaker annually tho same salary
as the president of the United States.
He goes out of office -with the resigna
tion of the ministry, but receives
thereafter a pension of $25,000 a year
for life. The present occupant of the
woolsack is Lord Selborne.
Springer of Illinois thus expresses
his views touching the election of a
senator in the state to succeed IiOgan:
"There does not appear to bo tho
least prospect that the legislature will
bo able to elect a senator. The two
parties are equally divided, the senate
having one Bepublican majority and
tho house one Democratic majority.
The defection or corruption of any
one member is not to be thought of,
as it would almost be worth a man's
life to betray his party under such
circumstances. Neither side will be
able to take advantago of the sick
ness or temporary absence of any
one member on tho other side, for
tho moment such an effort is made tho
opposition would break a quorum.
The Troy, 2s. Y., Press has the civil
service reform business down pretty
fin& It Bays: "If the office is one of
responsibility it should be given to a
Democrat, so that the party in power
nay fairly be held to account for any
misdeeds of tho official; and if it is
an office of small duties, such as
footing up columns of figures or the
like, then surely a Democrat can be
found to do it as well as any other."
That certainly ought to settle it
TnE governor of Iowa is said to be
afraid to call a session of the legisla
ture to fix up some railroad matters
lest it take it into its head to repeal
the prohibition law. Thus does a
short lapse of time work marvelous
changes in public opinion.
Yaxdebbilt has returned all of
Gen. Grant's property to him and in
sists that he shall accept tho gift.
MAKRIED.
In Astoria. Jan. 8th, 1885, Erich Man
nel and Elizabeth Karilahti, Kcv. J. J.
Hoikka officiating.
NEW TO-DAY.
1885.
INTEREST
Will bo. allowed
On Time Deposits.
Drafts on all tho Leading Cities.
Win. T. Coleman & Co.
S. F.IillOItE.
Manager Banking Department.
Astoria, Oregon.
WHO WIHS THE PRIZE?
POTATO MATCH.
There will bo a Fotato Match at the .Skat
ing Rink, next
Saturday Evening, Jan. 17th.
Competitors will please enter by THURS
DAY, the 15th.
Bors under sixteen not allowed to com
pete. Admissien:
For Gents without Ekates, - - 25cts
For Gents with fakates, - 25cls
Ladles with or without Skates - 25cts
There will be Music if available.
Prize on exhibition at New York Novelty
Store.
G.W.&JLE.EOSS,
Proprietors and Managers.
Change of Agency.
We hare appointed
MR. O. F. MORTON
Our Selling and Collecting Agent at Astoria.
All those wishing to purchase a first-class8!
SEWING MACHINE, or to make pay
ments due us will please call on Mr. Morton.
Headquarters at B. S."TORSLEY'S Sales
room. The Singer Mf g Co.,
92 Morrison Street, Portland, Or.
Notice.
THE PROGRESSIVE LAND AND
Building Association will hold its regu
lar annual meeting on, the second Saturday,
the 14th day of February. 1835. at 7 o'clock
T. ai., in Liberty Hall.
War. B. M'BWAX.
Secretary.
Astoria. Clatsop Co., Oregon. January i?th,
Notice to Pilots.
"VTOTICE IS HEREBY GIVRV
THAT
w T
JLl therewlllbeameetine of tlw
Board Of Pilot Commissioners forth, nninml
bla Elver and Bar, at Ilwaco, W. T., on Jan !
By order of the Board
Attest:
C. A. REED,
dw Secretary.
For Rent.
TWO FRONT ROOMS : SUITABLE FOR
offices : centrally located : apply at As
tobian office.
Important flefe!
Oregon Improvement Co.
MMnctiora Price of Coal.
On and after December 1st until further
notice the price at the hunkers will be as
follows for
SEATTLE COAX..
Clean Domestic per ton, 2240 lbs.
Average Steam " ' .
Screening " " " .
.... S7.0-)
.. COO
.. 4.00
On hand a constant
rates, of first-clas
supply, at market
CUMBERLAND.
E.A.XOYES.Ai;ent.
The NortliemPaciflclxpress Go.
FURNISH CS
The Shortest, Quickest and most
Reliable Route between
ASTORIA AND ALL POINTS.
If you have Anything to Send by Express,
aena ituyme
IVordicrn Pacific Exp res s Co.
Order your Express packages sent to ou
by the
NORTHERN PACIFIC EXPRESS CO.
Prompt Delivery, Low Rates, Satisfaction
guaranteed
S.EMIOKE". AHtoria As;ent.
Astoria Bakery
AND
Columbia Candy Factory.
Kd. Jnrkson,- Proprietor.
BL'Y DIRECT OF THE MANUFACTURER
and Sae money.
French. Mised Creams. 30 ctsperlb
Plain Candies and Taffvs 20 "
Itread, Pies and Calces delivered every
day. Ornamental work for Weddings and
Parties. Rest Ice Cream at reasonable prices
Cheapest and best place In town. Don't
forget the place ;
Chenamus St. near tho Postofiice.
& Kipp,
PRACTICAL
Pluta Gas ail Steai Fitters
All work warranted and estimates plven
Full .stock Iron and Lead 1'Ipe. lint It Tubs,
Water Closets and ("as Fixtures. Chimney
Pipe, cheaper than Brick.
Jobbing promptly attended to.
Corner Squemoqua and Hamilton Streets,
Astona, Oregon,
Notice.
milH PARTY WHO BOUGHT THE BAC
i. Kauc belonging to Thomas ISoland. at
the auction i-ale at the Parker Houe, will
please call at the Bay Citv Exchange.
C. EVIiXSON.
Lost cr Stolen.
rVS JANUARY Sru. 1SS7.. A CENTER-
v board Whitehall boat, painted white
w mi green gunwale ; lour new Knees in the
center thwart; four oars, sails masts, and
rudder. A reasonable r-ward will be paid
for her return to the undersigned.
JAS.TURK.
Stockholders' Meeting.
THEANNUALMEETINCOFTHEBRIT
Ish America Packing Co., Skenn. will
be held on the 13th dav of January. ia5, at
the residence of Oust Holmes, at 9 .. !., for
the purpose of electing directors for the en
suing year and transacting anv o:her busi
ness that may come before the meeting.
Bv order of the president.
A. YOUNG,
Secretary.
Stockholders' Meeting.
fflHE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE
JL Stockholders of the British America
Packing Co. will be held at the residence of
Gust Holmes. Upper Astoria Oregon, on
the 18th of January, 1S85. at 9 a.m., for the
purpose of electing a board of directors for
the ensuing year and to transact Mich other
business as mav come before the meeting.
By order of the president.
A.YOUNG.
Secretary.
Elegant Rooms.
SUNNY AND CONVENIENT. IN WM.
Hume's building.
Apply to SAMUEL ELMORE.
For Rent
A LARGE. FINK STOKE ROOM; ALSO
the second and third floors in the cor
ner building on
streets.
Inquire of
Olney and Squemoqua
RUDOLPH BARTII
For Sale.
mWO HUNDREIkAND FORTY ACRES
jl on urays itiver : line timber and bottom
land : three miles from steamboat landinc.
Fifty acres improved : stables, outhouse.
etc.. irun. a splendid chance for a man
witli a little inoiipv.
Apply to FERDINAND HANSEL on the
premises.
For Sale.
The Beautiful and Favorably Located
BAY VIEW RESTAURANT
Is for sale at a bargain, on account or the
proprietor's desire to go east to see her par
ents Inquire at the restaurant or at tills
owce.
Notice to Water Consumers.
I WOULD RESPECTFULLY REQUEST
that all persons having their w.rer pipes
repaired have them fixed properly so they
will not freeze and burst, as I will make no
deduction on rates In the future, on account
of bursted or frozen pipes. Anv information
in regard to the manner of fixing pipes will
bo cheerfully given by request
JAS. W
WELCn.
Snp't.
For Sale.
FINE NINE-ROOMED DWELLING
house with two lots, corno" Main and
Seventh streets For further particulars
apply at The astohiax office.
Annual Meeting.
THE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE GARI
baldl Packing Co. will hold the annual
meeting "Wednesday, the 2Sth of January,
IBS.-", at the residence of John T. Sands, As
toria, Oregon.
By order of CHAS. "WICKSTROM,
President,
Notice of Application.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE
undersigned Intends to apply to the
common council of the city of Astoria at Its
next regular meeting, for a license to sell
wine, malt and spirituous liquors In less
quantities than one quart, for si period of
one year. In the building fronting on Che
namus street and situated on Lot No. 6
Block No. 53, in the City of Astoria as laid
out and recorded by John McClure.
R. L. JEFFERY.
Adler's Crystal Palace Book Store.
Carl Adler, Sole AgeaA, Astoria.
FIXE &OCEHlFORD Gold and Silver
J e w el r y, 0Ujok.Train3WATCHES ware,
LtDIES' WATCHES, i7PaUfle gftZ EXACTING -. .. . ...
Unequalled
DIAMONDS,
Jewels Rich
in
AND RARE.
.... . ,. lTvl hr
iveryunn!r rirsi- a.z ,, t- i
Class. All GOOdS Coast Sar-
Ter; In U.
CU.1RAXTEED. STHS
t jwftinntlTW
We take nlensura Engineers Con-
.. ct.A. i i'nn.ij rfnetor an i othT
u ouuiwiig inrtu Kiiwoyraen. TMy
Rememrjer CAUL ADLEB'S Crystal Palace.
We beg to call the attention of the public to our latest importation, direct from
Eastern manufacturers, of tiie largest invoice of CARPETS ever offered
for salo in this city, comprising all grades, from the
FINEST BODY BRUSSELS
in the Newest Tints and Shades,
To tho lowest priced article In this line. We are determined to dispose of our stock of
Carpets within the next four weelcs, and to that end offer special inducements, precluding
the possibility of Ifuinc Umlcrnold by any of oar Competitors.
IN THE
Furniture and House Furnislring Line
We can show you the very BEST GOODS at BOTTOM FIOURES, and shall be pleased
to receive a call for Inspection whether you purchase or not.
CHAS. HEILBORN.
w Establishment!
imw Piicisii
URE, FURNISHING GOODS,
Carpels, Matting, Pictures, Mirrors,
PICTURE FRAMES MOULDIXGS, ETC., ETC.
At Greatly Reduced Prices,
ASTORIA FURNITURE CO.,
Cor. Chenamus and Hamilton Sts
nwtfitinm f f TTapganw
Of cither sex admitted to tho
PORTLAND BUSINESS COLLEGE
On any -week-day of tho vear.
The College Journal, containing in
formation of the course of study, rates
of tuition, board, examination, etc, and
cuts of plain and ornamental penman
ship, free. Address,
A. P. AKMSTHOXG,
Lock Box 104. Portland, Or.
CS"7n tcrff fn7, plcatc mention this pajxr.
Assignee's Notice.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN' THAT THE
undersigned has been appointed the as
signee of the estate of Uancer & Johnson,
and all persons havins claims against said
tlrm arc hereby notified to nre-ent the same
duly certified to the undersigned, at his of
fice, in Astoria, Oregon, within three months
from this date, Dec. 27th. 1SRJ.
J. II. D. GRAY.
T. G. RAWLINGS,
Wholesale and Retail Dealer In
Tropical, Domestic, Green and Dried
Jb'JHLTTITS.
.NUTS. CANDIES, DRIED MEATS, ETC.
Fine Cigars and Tobacco.
Xext door to I. J. Arvold's, Squemoqua St.
Dissolution of Partnership.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GI YES THAT TOE
partnership heretofore existing be
tween isergman & Berry Is this day dls
sohedby 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 RERGMAN.
A. W. BERRY.
Astoria, Oregon, December 3lst, 18S1.
HOSPITAL,
ASTORIA, - - - OREGOU
THIS INSTITUTION. UNDER CARE OF
the Sisters of Charity, Is now ready for
the reception of patients.
Private rooms for the accommodation ol
any desiring them.
Patients admitted at all houis, day or night.
No physician has exclusive right, every
patient Is free to and has tho privilege of
employing any physician they prefer.
Uuitcd. States SXarlnc
Seamen who pay Hospital Dues, are enti
tled to Freo care and attendance at this Hos
pital during sickness. Permits must be ob
tained for United States Marines at the Cus
tom House.
Sisters of Chabitt
service ranuy oiuuks
'ca-
EBONY,
Ormolu and Crystal.
cosmfied Ornaments and Pre-
u TUB
55 clous Stones
'dUtsJzavraa
jt exeloslTa ThAn.vptnml most
Aznta flritrtlng t?itoI.- in
lector., with Kh"i""1"' "
Fan Warranty.
JEWELRY,
aroeis
II. JJu BUISSON, Manager.
Christmas Presents
FOR
YOUNG AJM OLD.
THE HENLEY CLUB SKATE
Nickle riated, Spring Steel Bottom and
Steel Clamp.
The HENLEY CHALLENGE SKATE,
"Wooden Bottom and Leather Straps.
The best and only practically scientific
skates. Elegant In finish. Will turn a three
foot circle and all the wheels rest square
on the lloor. "Wheels with babbit metal
boxes. The leading skates In all the prin
cipal Rinks. Bicycles and Tricycles.
OSBORN & ALEXANDER.
Sole Agents.
Mechanics' Tools. Hardware and Machinery.
C23 Market St., opp. Palace hotel.
San Francisco.
Send for free catalogue and price list
Wood for Sale.
Good Dry Vine Maple and Fir.
Vino Maple, 3 75 per cord : $4 09 dellvored
Fir, - - 3 00 " 3 50 '
Leave orders with Dan Murray, at
D.L. BECK & SONS.
HAS RETURNED.
T P. liEATHEKS HAS "RETURNED
O and Is ready to turn but some fine fish
ing ooais lor me river, snop on the beach
between Kinney's and Elmore's canneries.
GUKARD STEAMSHIP LIKE.
WE BEG LEAVE TO ANNOUNCE A
great reduction in rates over the above
well known line. Parties desiring to go to
Europe, or wishlne to send for friends in
the old country will find It to their advan
tage to purchase tickets over tho Cunard
line. Tickets Issued by us good from any
part of Europo to Astoria.
BOZORTTI& JOHNS,
Agents.
Boat Building.
THE BEST
STOCK AND WORKMANSHIP
GUARANTEED.
Boats of Every Description Built.
Shop over Arhdt & Ferchen's.
IS. HI. lEiTHERS.
Notice To The Public.
TVIOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I
JJX will not he responsible for any debts
contracted by my wife.
JOHN DOUGLAS.
fwj
Astoria Dec. 81st, ISSt. J
ww M,m mmw
-TILE FINEST
Family Groceries, Provisions
and Freshes! Vegetables,
AT
FRANK L PARKER'S
ALL AT
Low Down Prices ! !
Corner 'Benton and
Opposite Custom
TER apply to the Captain, or to
Jolin A
-DEALER
Tin, Sheet Iron and Copper Ware
A General Assortment of
HOUSEHOLD GOODS.
Agents for
Magee Stoves and Eanges
The Best lu the market.
Piumblng 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.
Chenamus Street. "Vest to C Ii. Parser's Store.
d&.S70XXwSL.
THE NEW MODEL
A FTJIJ, STOCK
M. OLSEy.
J. OUSTAFSOX.
MARTIN OLSEN &, CO.
DEALERS IN
FURNITURE S5 BEDDING
Corner 3Ialn and Squemoqua Streets. Astoria, Orecon.
WINDOW SHADES AND TRUCd; WALL PAPER, ETC
A Complete Stock.
PRICES AS CHEAP AS QUALITY WILL AEEOEB.
AIX KIIIDS OF FUKKITUKE KEPAIKFB AKI VABISISHED.
Builders Carpenters
MATERIAL.
SASH DOORS AND MOULDING.
First Class Work at Prices to
Suit the Times.
PLANS AND ESTIMATES FORNISHED.
C. H. Bain & Cos
Steam Planing Mill and Sash Factory
Bout Building a Specially.
Assignee's Notice.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE
undersigned has been appointed assign
ee of the estate of 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, within three month3
at the office of F. D. Wlnton, In the city of
Astoila, Clatsop county, Oregon.
ISAAC BERGMAN,
Assignee.
Dec 27th, 1881.
Special Sale.
mUE FINE STOCK OF D. HART.IS NOW
JL. offered at prlyate sale at cost price. It
comprises ladies' and gents furnishing
goods, clothing, etc. A good chance for bar
gains. LBEUliMA-N,
Assignee,
New Year's Goods
AT
I. J. ARVOLD'S
A BIG STOCK OF
RUBBERS,
WINTER BOOTS
AND SHOES.
Laflies' ana CMlflren's Fine Shoes
AT
I. J. AJLiVOLD'S,
Sign of The Golden Shoe.
Chenamus Streets,
House Square.
STEADIER
I'UiU PARKER
I' ben P. Parker,Master.
For TOWING, FREIGHT orCHAR
II. IS. PAEKEB,
onfgomery,
iy.
CrSHSCS'QXI'.
RANGE CAN BE HAD IN AS
TORIA ONLY OF
B. B. BAWBS,
AGENT
CALL AND EXAMINE IT. Y !,
WILL BE PLEASED.
E. R. HA WES Is also agent for tlir
Ml latent Cooling Stow
And other first-class ST7es.
Puraace Work. Steam Pat
tligs. etc., a specialty
ALWAYS ON HAND.
A. JOHNSON.
FOR
Finest Groceries,
-GO TO-
FOARD & STOKES.
A FULL LINK OF
HARDWARE
AND
Ship Chandlery.
A
NEW SLIP
Jnst Finished ln'Rear of Store.
Hardware anil Shi
VAH DUSEH & GO.,
DEALERS IK
Hardware and Ship Chandlery
Pure Oil, Bright Yarnisli,
Binacle Oil, Cotton Canvas,
Hemp Sail Twine,
Cotton Sail Twine,
Lard Oil,
Wrought Iron Spikes,
Galvanized Cut Nails,
Agricultural Implements,
Sewing Machines,
Paints and Oils, Groceries, cic.
For Sale.
I OFFER FOR SALE, THE STOCK. GOOD
will, and fixtures of the Clear and Fancy
Goods Store of "Wm. Houseman. A man
meaning business can make a good bargain.
ISAAC BEBGilAN.
Assignee,