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m She guttjj gstoriim. ASTORIA, OREGON: FRIDAY ..JANUARY 23. 1885 THE CITY CHARTER AT SALEM. Tan latest phaso of the effort to bare the city charter amended is that there are two bills at Salem. Har mony and a desire to appear -well would suggest that whatever was not acceptable should have been so ar ranged that one bill bearing the en dorsement of those competent to say, could be presented for affirmative leg islative action. But whatever might have been, it is apparent now that we are in jnst the same fix exactly as Portland is. That city has two char ter amendment bills, one backed by the board oE trade, the other by the city council. So has Astoria. "When the chamber of commerce bill went to Salem it was sent in dupli cate, Senator Eeed getting one copy, Bepresentative Leiuenwober another. Beed introduced his in the senate im mediately, where it was passed. Lein enweber introduced his in the house and then withdrew it. The city council act which creates an entire new charter wont to Salem yesterday and it is thought will bo presented to-morrow. Tho main point made in the charter drafted by the city attorney and approved by the cily council is that it gives the court cil power to enforce certain ordi nances now on the city's statute books but which cannot be enforced by rea son of lack of power on tho part of tho council. A communication signed by tho mayor and all the members of tho city council except Councilman Dealey, who is absent, accompanied the bill. This communication sets forth that tho principal intent of the bill is to make such provision for tho enforcement of ordinances aB will re sult in good to the community; it also states that the bill sent up by the chamber 6f commerce was not sub milted to the people nor thoir repre sentatives, and is not satisfactory in some respects. There aro provisions in both bills that wo would be glad to see made a part of tho city's organic law. There is no lack of good intent on the part of tho framers of both bills, the mutual desire being for the common good, tho differenco being in the means employed to insure the result That the present charter is defective is something on which all are agreed. Just how the present tangle will straighten out is not clear, but it is our belief that that clause in the chamber of commerce bill that makes n man pay taxes on $500 beforo ho can vote is a pill that a good many Astorians will refuse to swallow. That there should be a wholesome restriction on tho present loose stylo of voting is conceded by all, but such a sweeping measure as the one pro posed is sure to make future trouble. It may pass tho legislature, but the first time a city election comes up will test its legal right to existence. There may be communities where such a plan could bo made work, but a little sober .reflection will convince a man that whatever tho idea may be in theory it cannot be made effective in actual practice. This is what The Astoriax thinks about it. In this it is either right or wrong, and our duty to the public impels this utterance. Tnn papers throughout the state are dicussing the question of a con stitutional convention. On this sub ject the Salem Statesman says: "Wei can see no valid reason for taking steps toward a new constitu tion, although the governor, in his message, favors the proposition, at least of calling a convention. The constitution wo now live under was formed by and with the counsel of some of the ablest minds of the state both in tho legal profession and out of it, and is a model of terse ness, brevity and clearness. And, on the score of economy, where can its equal be found? Under its provis ions wo have grown and prospered as a people for a quarter of a century, and it appears to have vitality enough to last us as long in the future. In it there is no place for jobbery, and it is conspicuously wanting in high salaries. There's the rub. The com plaint has been heretofore that the salaries of the various state officers have been "ruinously low," so low, in fact, that competent men could not bo found to take the positions. However this may be, there has been no dearth of ability and learning in all tho state offices legislative, judi cial, and gubernatorial since our existence as a state, and to maintain the contrary would be a reflection upon the present incumbents of those offices, and upon those who have filled them (in past years." Tot-Empire state has elected a statesman to the United States sen. ate in tWpereon of "Wm. M. Evarts. "Wiiek people get to disputing whether times are hard or not, it would seem reasonable to suppose that limes cannot be extremely bad. The year opens with the optimists and pessimists hard at it, each side armed with arguments of a cogent nature; but the optimists are likely to win in the long run, as the Ameri can people, now fifty million strong, in the richest country on earth, must sooner or later grow tired of being depressed. By this time the bad symtoms are well known, and it is natural that the signs of healthy growth and development should re ceive attention. It appears that, .in spite of shutting down, 'half-time, slack trade and the like, the number of operatives out of employment is less -than 350,000. This cannot be re garded as abnormal in tho depth of winter, out of a population of 50,000, 000, and as the percentage in New England is only 7 per cent, while in Minnesota it reaches 40 per cent, it is evident that manufacturers aro not by any means in their last gasp, but aro holding their own with firmness. A recent canvass of trade all over the land shows, too, that stocks aro un usually light, and inquiries for Bpring delivery are numerous. Things do not long remain at tho point where men stanre because bread is so cheap, and where they cannot clotho them selves and possess comfortable homes because garments and furniture cost so little. The secretary jof tho treasury has decided a question pending for some time, involving duties on tin plates. The law puts the duty at one cent per pound on the article commercial ly known as tin plate. It was urged by American manufacturers that sheet iron, which to some extent comes in to competition with larger sizes of tin plates than the commercial article of tin plate, is restricted to certain sizes and thickness, and that tho larger sizes ought to pass under a much higher duty. The secretary, however, decides that all sheets of iron, coated purely with tin, comes within the class of tin plates, dutiable at one cent per pound, without distinc tion as to size or thickness. A Washington special says: A near friend of President-elect Cleve land, and who holds an important of fice under Cleveland's commission, said: "There is but ono thing about Cleveland's cabinet that has been definitely settled the entire number will bo selected from those states that cast their electoral votes for him. I know this because he has said as much to me. The sum of 82,000,000 was appronri- ated by Indiana for a new capitol ed- lfioe, which is now near completion, and the prospect is that the cost will bo 136,000 less than tho appropria tion. We believe this instance of a public building being erected for less than the amount appropriated is un precedented in this country. m wm ADJUTANT-GENERAL DRUM is Said to agreo with Gen. O. O. Howard in the opinion that deserters from tho army ought to bo branded. He says that during tho last five years 10 C01 soldiers have deserted from the reg ular army or nearly evory other man. Chili is suffering from tho largo quantities of paper money issued dur ing the war with Peru, and now irre deemable. There are many openings for capital, whether in mining, com merce or agriculture, but tho worth less currency makes capitalists shy. The population of New York city is about 1,300,000, and of this num ber only 12,210, or fewer than one in 1,000, return personal property for taxation and this although tho city is tho great receptacle for personal wealth of the country. BORV. In Astoria. Jan. 25. to tlin wif nf f W. Shively, a son. FOR YAQU1NA, AND COOS BAY. The New and Fast-Sailing Steamer, "COOS BAY," LAWLESS, - Commander Will sail for Yaqulna Bay, Coos Bay, way ports and San Francisco, leaving ASTORIA Ob Friday January 23, at ho oil. WATSON, WJIIGHT & CO. THERE WILL BE A Ten-Mile Race, At the Skating Rink, next Saturday Ereniug, January Si. The First Priie to be Fifty Dollars. The Secoad, Tnetj--flTe Dollars. In which the following persons will enter : J. It. Clinton, II. W. Sherman, L. L. Levlngs, jc . a. vrvsuy, r. Ji.. nail. W. C. Logan, J. It. Hall, F. W. l'rael. It. V. Monteith, Jr., and M. H. Higgins. Skatinc from 7 to 9. Race bpplnt nmmnt. ly at nine o'clock. Price of Admission, as ssnal: LniiE with or without Skates, 25 cent. G. W. and A, E. ROSS, Managers. 1885. INT E RES-1 Wilt Im allow ed On Time Deposits. Drafts on all the Leading Cities. Wm. T. Coleman & Co. S. F.IjIIOKE. Manager Banking Department. Astoria, Oregon. mporfanf Notice! Oregon Improvement Co. GreatRetationi Price of Coal. On and after December 1st until f tut her notice the price at the bunkers will he as follows for SEATTLE COAL. Clean Domestic per ton. 2240 lbs 57.03 Average Steam c.00 Screening " 4.00 On hand a constant supply, at market rates, of first-class CUMBERLAND. E.A.NOYES.Agcnt. TMorttaPacificExjraCo. FURNISHES The Shortest, Quickest and most Reliable Route bclTreen ASTORIA AND ALL POINTS. If you have Anj thing to Send by Kxpnss, Send it by the Northern Pacific Express Co. Onler your Express packages sent to you by the NORTHERN PACIFIC EXPRESS CO. Prompt Delivery, Lov Hates, Satisfaction guaranteed S. ELHOKE. Astoria Asont. For Sale. The Beautiful and Favorably Located BAY VIEW RESTAURANT Is for sale at a bargain, on account of the proprietor's desire to go e:ist to ee her par ents Inquire at the restaurant or at this office. Wheeler & Kipp, PRACTICAL Pluta Gas aill Steal Fitters All work warranted and estimates given Full stock Iron and Lead Pipe, Kath Tubs, Water Closets and Gas Fixtures. Chimnev Pipe, cheaper than Brick. lobbing promptly attended to. Corner Squemoqua and Hamilton Streets, Astoria, Oregon, For Sale. mWO HUNDRED AND FORTY ACRES JL on Gray's River : tine timberand bottom land : three miles from .steamboat landing. Fifty acres impreved: stables, outhouses, etc.. fruit. A splendid chance for a man with a little monev. Apply to FERDINAND HANSEL on the premises. Notice of Application. NOTICE IS HEREBYGIVENrilATTHE undersigned will apply to the Common Council of the city of Astoria, at its next regular meeting for a license to sell wine, malt or spirituous liquors in less quantities than one quart, for the period of one vear. In the building situated on Lot No. 5, iilock No. 10. in the city of Astoria as laid out and recorded by John JlcClure. DELIA GEARHART. Astoria. January 20th, 1SS5. Notice. milE PROGRESSIVE LAND AND JL Building Association will hold its regu lar annual meeting on the second Saturday, the 14th day of February, 1SS5, at 7 o'clock i". at.. In Liberty Hall. Wm. L. M'EWAN. Secretary. Astoria. Clatsop Co., Oregon. January nth, 1833. T. G. RAWLINGS, Wholesale and Retail Dealer In Tropical, Domestic, Green and Dried FR.UITS. MJTS. CANDIES, DRIED JIEATS, ETC. Fine Clears ami Tobacco. Next door to I. J. Arvold's, Squemoqua St. FOR SALE One E. W. BLISS, Latest Improved HOWE SOLDERiNG MACHINE, With West's Crimper attached. This Machine Is Xcarlj" Xeir and h Sold for Want of Use . Address GEO. W. DUNBAR'S SONS, Now Orleans, La. Notice to Water Consujners. I WOULD RESPECTFULLY REQUEST 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 in the future, on account of bursted or frozen pipes. Any Information in regard to the manner of Gxlng pipes will be cheerfully given by request. JAS. W. WELCH. Sup't. House to Rent. N INE ROOMS : GOOD LOCATION. inquire of W, B. HEADINGTON. GUHARD 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 wishing to send for friends In the old country will find it to their advan tage to purchase tickets over the Cunard line. Tickets issued by us good from any part of Europe to Astoria. BOZORTH& JOHNS, Agents. For Rent. A LARGE, FINK STORE ROOM : ALSO the second and third floors in the cor ner building on OIney and Squemoqua streets. Inquire of RUDOLril BARTH. iarpefs! Carpets! Carpets. We beg lo call the attention of the public ta our latest importation, direct from Eastern manufacturers, of tlie largest invoice of UAKrETS 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. Wu are determined to dispose of our stock of Carpets within the next four weeks, and to that end offer special inducements, precluding the possibility of Heine Underaold by-any of oar Competitors. -IN Furniture and House Furnishing Line We can show you the very REST GOODS at BOTTOM FIGURES, and shall be pleased to receive a call for Inspection whether you purchase or not. OHAS. HEILBORN. New Establishment! mmt PRicBdn URNITURE, FURNISHING GOODS, Carpets, Matting, Pictures, Mirrors, PICTURE FRAMES MOULDINGS, ETC., ETC. At Greatly Reduced Prices, ASTORIA FURNITURE CO., Cor. Clienamus and Hamilton Sts. Of either sex admitted to tho PORTLAND BUSINESS COLLEGE On any week-day of tho vear. Tho 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. ARMSTRONG, Lock Box 104. Portland, Or. Bxrln icrittnu, phase mention Uiit paper. LOEB & OO. JOBBERS IX WINES. LIQUORS, AND CIGARS. AGENTS FOR THE Best San Francisco Houses and Eastern Distilleries. Tumblers Decanters, and All Kinds of Saloon Supplies. 13TA.11 goods sold at San Francisco Prices. MAIN STREET. Opposite Parker House, Astoria, Oregon. Notice of Application. ftTOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE i.1 undersigned will apply to the Common Council, of the City ol Astoria, at its next regular meeting fora license to sell wine, malt and snirituoiis Honors, in liss nn.-intl- ties than one quart, for a period of one year in ine.ouuuing Known as tne Ancnor saloon situated on Benton street, between Ronton and Lafayette streets on Lot No. 23, Block No. 10, in the city of Astoria, as laid out and recorded by .John McClure. B. GIBSON. Astoria. January t5th. 1SS3. NrTtice. NOTICE IS nEREBY GIVEN THAT pursuant to a unanimous vote of the stockholders of the Fishermen's Tacking Co., the directors of said company, did on the 17th day or Jan. 1SS5, execute and filo supplementary articles of incorporation, whereby such company is authorized to purchase and hold, seir and convey real es tate. By order Board of Directors, H.E.NELSON, dw Secretary. Carnahan & Co. SUCCESSORS TO I. "W. CASE, IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN GENERAL MERCHANDISE Corner Chenrunus and Cass streets. -ASTORIA ..-- OREGON Annual Meeting. THE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE GARI baldi Packing Co. will hold the annual meeting "Wednesday, the 2Sth of January, lSS-l.atthe residence of John T. Sands, As toria, Oregon. By order or CHAS. "WICKSTROM. President. For Sale. FINE NINE-ROOMED DWELLfKG house with two lots, corner Main and Seventh streets. For further particulars apply at The Astoriax office. For Rent. TWO FRONT ROOMS : SUITABLE FOR offices : centrally located : apply at As toriax office. tl22 THE - II. Du BUISSOX. Manager. THE HENLEY CLUB SKATE Mckle Plated, Spring Steel Bottom and Steel Clamp. The HENLEY CHALLENGE SKATE, Wooden Bottom and Leather Straps. The best and onlv nractlcallv scientific skates. Elegant In finish. "Will turn a three loot circle and all tho wheels rest square on the lloor. "Wheels with babbit metal boxes. Tho leading skates In all the prin cipal limits, it i cycles ana Tricycles. OSBORN & ALEXANDER. Sole Aeents. Mechanics' Tools. Hardware and Machinery. t) diarKei at., opp. .raiaco noiei. San Francisco, Send for free catalogue and price list Administrator's Notice. TVTOTICE IS nEREBY GIVEN THAT THE J-1 undersigned has been appointed admin istrator of the estate of Charles "Wallman, deceased, and all persons having claims against said establishment must present the same, uuiy venuea, to nerat uer nome, in the city of Astoria, Oregon, within six niontns irom mis uaic. EVA "WALLMAN. November 8th, 18S4. Assignee's Notice. rOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE i.1 undersigned has been appointed the as- lntlAA nf ttin Aatntn et Tllnira, Jt- TnlineAn and all persons having claims acalust said firm are hereby notiflca to present the same duly certified to the undersigned, at his of fice, in Astoria, Oregon, within three months irom tins uate, Dec. 27th, ism. J. H. D.GRAY. Assignee Notice. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Arm of J. E. Thomas has assigned all their property to tho 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 ins oince in Astoria, Oregon, within three iuuniiis irom mis aaie. November Cth, 184. F. P. HICKS. Executor's Notice. HAVING BEEN APPOINTED BY THE County Court of Clatsop County, Ore gon, executrix of the last will and testament oi inos. uooawin. deceased, all persons liavlnir claims aminst said esLitn will nr- sent them duly verified and with proper vuueuera 10 me unaersignea at ncr resi dence on Clatsop Plains. Clatsop County, Oregon, within six months from this date, MARIETTA GOODWIN. 24-5t Executrix. CAUTION. ALL PERSONS ARE HEREBY CAU tioncd against purchasing a note- and mortgage on personal property .given by Mr. Alexander Corno toEd. Taylor for $230.00, as the same will be contested on the ground of fraud, or misrepresentation in obtaining the same, otherwise want of consideration. , n ALEX. CORNO. Astoria, Oregon, Nov. 18th, 1884. HOSPITAL, ASTORIA, - - - OREGOU THIS INSTITUTION, UNDER CARS OF the Sisters of Charity, Is now ready for the reception of patients. Private rooms for the accommodation of any desiring them. Patients admitted at all hours, day or night. No physician has exclusive right, everv patient Is free to and has tho privilege of employing any physician they prefer. United States Marine Seamen who pay Hospital Dnea, are enti tled to Free care and attendance at this Hos pital during sickness. Permits must be ob tained for United States Marines at the Cus tom House. SlSTEBS OF CHAJUTT School Tax Notice. CJCHOOL TAXES FOR SflHOOT.nTSTPTrrr O No. 9, are now due and payable to J. E HIggins , at office of Badollet & Co. JUita. MA14X iiELNEKWEBEB, School Clerk-District No.9. Upper Astoria, Dee. 17, 1884. Family Groceries, Provisions and Freshest Vegetables, AT- RANK L -ALL Low Down Prices ! t Corner Benton and Chenamus Streets,, Opposite Custom House Square. aM:;" l WtmmmVWS-CZ-M-i f TER apply to the Captain, or to THE NEW MODEL BBIf B IIBSriffi A FULL STOCK John Ji. Montgomery, DEALEIl Tin, Sheet Iron and Copper Ware. A General Assortment of HOUSEHOLD GOODS. Agents for Iffagee Stoves and JRanges The Boat In the market. Piumblng ROQifs of all kinds on hand. Job work done In a workmanlike manner. PLUMBING, GAS FITTING, AND CANNERY WORK Attended to Promptly on Reasonable Terms. Chenaraas Street, West te CIi. Parker's Store. ASTORIA, - QSEZCSOSr. M. OLSEX. J. OUSTAFSOX. MARTIN OLSEN & CO. . DEALERS IN" FURNITURE 52 BEDDING Corner 3Ialn and SqnenioqHa Streets. Astoria, Oregon. WINDOW SHADES AND TRIMMNDS; WALL PAPER, ETC A Complete Stoclr. PRICES AS CHEAP AS aUALITY WILL AFFORD. AIX KINDS OF FURNITURE REPAIRFO AWD VARIWSITEB. Builders Carpenters MATERIAL. SASH DOORS AND MOULDING. First Class Work at Prices to Suit the Times. PLAKS AND ESTIMATES FURNISHED. C. H. Bain & Co.'s Steam Planing Mill and Sash Factory Soat Building a Specialty. Special Sale. THE FINE STOCK OF D. HART IS NOW offered at private sale at cost price. It comprises ladles' and gents' furnishing goods, clothing, etc. A good chance for bar gains. I.BERGMAN, Assignee. Notice of Application. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE undersigned intends to apply to the common council of the city of Astoria at its naxt regular meeting, for a license to sell wine, malt and spirituous liquors in less quantities than one quart, for a period of one year, in tho building fronting on Che namus street and situated on Lot No. 0, Block No. 53, in the City of Astoria as laid out and recorded by John McClure. R.L.JEFFERY. Assignee's Notice. INTHECIRCQITCOURTOFTHE STATE of Oregon, for Clatsop County, In the matter of the assignment of Wm. House man, insolvent : Notice Is hereby given that the under signed has been appointed assignee of the estate of 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 tho first publishing of this no- ISAAC BERGMAN,, Assignee of the estate of "W'm. Houseman. Astoria, Or.. Dec. 13,1884. Notice. THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE vear 1SS4 is now in mv hands for collec tion. Allvvho are delinquent on "Said roll will save sheriff's costs by calling at ray of fice in Cathlamct and settling the same, or sending by registered letter. a. r.ALiLsraii. Sheriff of Wahkiakum Co., "W, T. Dated at Cathlaset, Jan. 19th, 18&, km G:ET AT- STEAMER - CURJ PARKER E ben P. Parfter,Master. For TOWING. FREIGHT orCnAK 11. H. PARKER. "-VXJTV RAWGE CAN BE nAD IN AS- ISI a B. HAWES, AGEiNT CALL AND EXAMINE IT, V ( WILL BE PLEASED. E. R. HAWES Is also agent for t.tr Butt patent (Mini Sto?s And other first-class 3t07es. Fnrzmco "Work. Stoam Fit tings etc, a Bpoolalty. AI.WAYS ON HAND. iy- A. JOHNSON". FOR Finest Groceries, -GO TO- FOil k STOKES. A FULL LINE OF HARDWARE AND j31iip Chandlery. A NEW SLIP Just Finished in'Rear of Store. Hardware and Slip Clantllerj VAN DUSEN & CO.. DEALERS IX 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, etc. Notice To The Public. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I will not bo responsible for any debts contracted by my wlfe. D0UGLAS AttorlaDec.Slst.lS&i. ppNbI Jstellfflll- i