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ASTORIA. OREGON:
FitlDAY ...
,.JUL 8. 1887
DON'T GIVE IT AWAY.
The newspaper men of Oregon
are invited to meet at Yaquina on
the 30th and form a press associa
tion. The object of the associa
tion is mutual benefit, not exactly
an aid society, but something like
it.. Tiie idea seems to be to fix
up some scheme to make the great
American public in this state pay
for what it gets. The topic in
vites comment. It is asserted
that Oregon newspapers are do
ing a great deal of work for noth
ing, and that they ought to devise
some scheme to make folks pay
for the work. The intent is
laudable, but a press association
won't do it. A press association,
in this regard, would be useless to
those who need such aid, and un
necessary to those who don't.
The Astokian always speaks of
things as it finds them. Astoria
has always been willing to contrib
ute generously and heartily to
sustain The Astorian,- and our
business relations with the com
munity are of the pleasantest
nature. If The Astoeian or any
other newspaper in the state thinks
it is working for nothing, or doing
a great deal without pay that it
ought to be paid for, the way to
stop is to stop. Joining a press
association won't do it. Associa
tions are valuable only by reason
of individuals and individuals'
ways. If Smith or Brown can't
manage their business separately,
it won't help to have Smith or
Brown join a mutual admiration
sooiety composed of others in the
same fix.
The newspaper is a private en
terprise with public functions.
Its object is to make money for
its owner. "Whatever alleged
motive may be given out for start
ing a newspaper, expectation of
profit is the real one, whether the
newspaper is religious, political,
personal organ, commercial or any
thing else. As a general thing the
owners of a newspaper cater to the
public, their patrons and custom
ers, to make a living, just the
sameas the tailor or the grocer or
the merchant in any line of busi
ness. This motive of making
money, of making a living and
supporting a family is what leads
lawyers, doctors and others to
adopt professions. To make a
living: to have a career, is the
original incentive in all cases.
And further,if a newspaper doesn't
pay its owners it is valueless to
the public. Not all newspapers
that make money are good, but, as
a rule, the best newspapers are
the successful ones, for obvious
reasons. The editor of a news
paper who stands with his hat in
his hand begging for crumbs; or
who has to run around to his
master's back door to be told what
to say, has the respect accorded
any other beggar. A newspaper
that whines because it isn't "sup
ported," or "appreciated," is
bound to come to grief in the
long run or the short run. A
newspaper has no more claim on
the public than any other business
enterprise. The appeal of a news
paper for "support" or that it
ought to be sustained by a com
munity on any ground than that it
is a good article that people want,
is childish in this age and country.
If a man wants to start a newspa
per devoted to decorated teapots,
with the noble view of inducing
his fellow citizens to live up to
his idea of a teapot, very good
but lie shouldn't whimper if he
fails.
The idea of the present project
ors of the state press association
seems to be in the nature of a pro
test against the acts of some good
people and others not so good
whose idea of a newspaper is that
it is a charitable institution. There
are people in New York and
Massachusetts and Salem and Ya
quina who want prominent dis
play in the press and who are in
gulted if the newspaper man mild
ly suggests that advertising is
worth its value, and if they find it
pays to advertiso that they ought
to pay for what helps them so
much. These people have
hazy ideas. They mean well
enough; they think they
think, but don't usually
have clear cut, tangible thought
on the moral dishonesty of their
desires. Perhaps dishonesty is
too strong. Let us say moral in
justice.
It would seem from comments
reeeived that this class, the news
papers who favor this press asso
ciation wish to deal with. But a
press association won't do it. In
dividual effort is more effective in
this direction. They are not im
pervious to reason if reason be
proffered them. They constitute
one of the ills of life that associa
tions don't reach. And in this
connection a newspaper man must
never lose sight of the creat, all
important fact: that the chief
function of a newspaper is to dili
gently collect and impartially pub
lish the news.
There are, however, reasons for
the existence of a press association
in Oregon. If there could be a
little more unity, a little more
kindly feeling, a little more chari
ty and a good deal more reciproci
ty among newspapers it would be
better, and if an association could
help in this way, by all means let
one be formed. To hear or read
about "the power of the press,"
one would think it was some com
pactly wielded energy, like an or
ganized religious order. Right
here is a grave defect. "Whatever
or whoever the newspapers agree
with, they do not agree with each
other. Probably their nature
makes it impossible for them to
combine, but the writer believes
his brethren in every newspaper
office in the state will agree with
him in saj'incf that a little less mis
construction of motives, a little less
tendency to impute the worst, a
little less internecine warfare and
a little more disposition to say
an occasional good word for each
other, would greatly aid the pow
er and prestige of the press.
"Where considerable mud is thrown,
some of it is sure to stick. If the
honorable colonel in his paper
tells a startled world that the dis
honorable major who runs the vile
opposition sheet is an abortion
whose continued existence con
stitutes a libel ou fair humanity,
and if the irate major announces
in cold type that the rascally colo
nel is a son of a gun or something
else in whom all the foul ex
cresences of degenerate humanity
find visage, the colonel and the
major who are good men both,
must realize how futile and for
eign, how subversive and worse
than useless all this is and how
tickled lewd, fellows of the baser
sort are to see the sad spectacle.
If such fight makes the unworthy
laugh it causes the judicious to
grieve, and it is opposed to com
mon sense, business rules, and the
best instincts of journalism. If
that press association be started
let it not be on the proposition
"How much is there in this thing
for me?" but rather under the
head of "good of the order."
WoBderful Cures,
W. D. Hoyt & Co., Wholesale and
Retail Druggists of Borne. Ga., say:
we have been selling Dr. King's New
Discovery, Electric Bitters and Buck
len's Arnica Salve for two years. Have
never handledxemedies that sell as well,
or give such universal satisfaction.
There have been some wonderful cures
effected bv these medicines in this city.
Several cases of pronounced Consump
tion have been entirely cured by use of
a lew bottles oi JJr. Jung's new discov
ery, taken in connection with Electric
Bitters. We guarantee them always.
Sold by W. E. Dement & Co.
A Sorbv Roera
With the comforts of a home, library,
etc. Apply at Holden House.
Gaiaferiaus Beer
And Free Lunch at the Telephone Sa
loon, 5 cents.
..All ttin TtOTitTrnH?ninoD ulvorfloal
In this paper, together with the choicest
perfumery, and toilet articles, etc. can
be bought at the lowest prices, at J. W.
uomrs arug Bcore. opposite UfMdent
uotei, Astoria.
Titos. Mairs
The merchant tailor has left town to
be absent about two weeks. He will
bring back a lull liae of fine suitings
and trouserings for the fall trade.
County Conrt Proccedinp.
July 7.
In the matter of the Wallnski road,
proceedings dismissed by reason of
irregularity; the resignation of H. C.
Gragg, supervisor of road district No.
One, accepted: K. A. Abbott appoint
ed. The application of A- "W. Berry
for rebate of taxes was disallowed; in
the matter of taxes paid by Col. Jns.
Taylor nnder protest a rebate of
8376.26 was allowed on roll call of
the court, Commissioners Nurnbnrg
and Crow voting aye, Judge Page No.
The petition of Jas. Shively for re
bate of taxes was allewed: adjourned
to July 8th at 9:30.
Unnecessary Misery.
Probably as much misery comes
from habitual constipation as from
any derangement of the functions of
the body, and it is difficult to cure,
for the reason tbat no one likes to
take the medicines usually pre
scribed. HAMBURG FIGS were
prepared to obviate this difficulty,
and they will bo found pleasant to
the taste of women and children. 25
cents. At all druggists. J.J. Mack
& Co., proprietors. S. F.
The finest and nicest steak to be
In townatFabre's.
had
What is better than a glass of liquor?
A. cup of delicious coffee at Fabre's.
Try Fabro's celebrated pan roast.
Ten cents for a cup
coffee.
of Falirc's nice
Private Rooms.
At Frank Fabrc's for suppers, par
ties etc The best cooked to order.
A cw And Enlarged Mock
or
Choice Brands or Clsnrn.
Imported Key West and domestic All
tastes can be satisfied and all pockets
suited as to price. Tansill'sPunch ami
Junior's in full supply as usual at
D. L. Beck & Sons.
For the very best pictures go to II. S.
Sinister.
Cool Beer
Drawn from the cellar, at Chas. (Jrat
ke's. Alt There!!
Ice cream, fine quality supplied at
short notice by Frank Fabn, any part
of the city: $2.50 a gallon.
Wliat! Bo You Think
Jeff of the U. S. gives you a meal for
nothing and a glass of something to
drink? Not much; but lie gives the
best meal and more of it than any other
restaurant in town. 25 cents.
The best
Fabre's.
oysters in any style at
Syrup of Figs.
Manufactured only by the California
Fig Syrup Co. San Francisco Cal. is
Natures Own True Laxative. This
Eleasant liquid fruit remedy may be
ad of W. E. Dement & Co, at fifty cents
or one dollar per bottle. It is the most
Eleasant, prompt and effective remedy
nown, to cleanse the system; to acton,
the Liver, Kidneys and Bowels gently
yet thoroughly to dispel Headachs,
Colds and Fevers; to cure Constipation,
Indigestion and kindred ills.
NEW TO-DAY.
A NEW ENTERPRISE
By an Old Citizen,
The Astoria Pioneer
(DAILY AXD WEEKLY. PUBLICATIONS.)
Will appear August 1st, 18S7, under the Su
pervision, Management and Editorial
Control of The Pioneer Publisher
and Founder of "Th Aitorian,"
HON. D. C. IRELAND.
Subscriptions and orders for advertising
space will be received from tills date.
Dally, per month by mail. - - 5octs
" carrier - - 60
Weekly per year by mail
- $2.00
carrier - - 2.50
Advertising Rates and Estimates for
Book and Job Printing
made known on application.
Address all orders,
D. O. IRELAND, Manager,
Astoria, Or.
For Sale.
A FINE FIVE-YEAR-OLD MILCH COW
with young calf. Will be sold lor $50.
if taken within one week from date.
A. KNAPP.
Knappa, Or., July 8th, 1S37.
Net Lost.
ON THE NIGHT OF JULY 6 111. ON THE
Great Republic, about 100 fathoms 40
mesn o piy ana auoui 73 laiuoms 42 mean
12 ply. No marks ou leadline but leads run
on by machine. Some corks various brands.
Finder will please notify or ae turn the same
to G. Mereeill, or the Astoria Tacking Co.
I WILL ACCEPT JAMES TURK'S CHAL
lenge to sail any Whitehall boat on the
Columbia river, for any stake from (S10Q) to
($1,000), Forfeit stake money and course to
be mutually arranged between the aforesaid
James Turk and yours truly
JAMES WILLIAMS.
N.B. Communications addressed to the
Occident Hotel will be received and prompt
ly answered.
Challenge.
I HEREBY CHALLENGE THE HARRY
Blngtom or any other Whitehall boat to
salt a race with my boat Young Turk, for
9100 a side, time ana course xo be agreed
upon wuen me money is put up.
JAS. TURK.
Astoria. July 6, '87.
Notice.
I HEREBY GIVE NOTICE THAT I WILL
not be responsible for any debts con
tracted In my name by any person whomso
ever, unless on my written order.
JOHN BRYCE.
Astoria, July 2nd, 1SS7.
To Portland and Return.
TnE
Str. Telephone
Will Sell Round Trip Tickets For
$1.50
Good from Saturday, July 2, to Saturday,
j niy via, inclusive.
The Crystal Palace
C.&SX iiSIiEB., Manager.
Fancy Goods, Gold and Silverware, Books, Stationery,
Notions, Clocks, Watches, Jewelry.
The Latest Publications Constantly Received.
An Experienced Waichmaker in the Repair Department.
Everything at Lowest Prices.
ALL GOODS WARRANTED AS REPRESENTED.
A. V. ALLEN,
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN
Fine Groceries, Provisions and Mill Feed.
Crockery, Glass Plated Ware.
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The Largest and finest assortment of
Fresh. Fruits and Vegetables.
Itcceived fresh every Steamer.
ITY BOOK
OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS
Flags, Bunting, Balloons, Lanterns,
Pistols , Firecrackers Torpedoes, Etc.
CELEBRATE THE 4th OF JTnV5
AN'I) Pl'KCHASE Y 0111 DECOKATIOXS ASD FlKEW'OIiKS AT
. GRIFFIN & REED'S.
The Long and Short of it.
Is, I Toll "STOTi Tliat
JEFF
Of the U. S. Restaurant gives the best Meal for the money
to he hail on the Coast. His Regular Dinner with
Tea, Coffee, Wine,Beer or Milk for 25cts.
Cannot he Beat.
Meals Cooked to Order on Short Notice
Oysters In Any Style and Always Fresh.
Fjbrjst Class Saloon And.
LODCINC HOUSE
In Connection With The Restaurant.
H. EKSTROM.
WATCHMAKER.
Just received a large stock oi Watches
and Clocks, Chains, Lockets, etc Also
Genuine Setu Thomas Boat Clocks, proved to
e the best. All whlcn will be sold at very
low prices; "Watch and Clock repalrlnj; a
specialty, and done at reasonable prices.
Shop next to Aug. Danlelson's Sample
Boom, on the roadway,
STORE.
Are You Insured?
J. O. Bozorth
Writes Insurance Policies in Sellable Fire
Insurance companies that give Absolute
Protection In case of Fire.
EMPIRE
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Bargains in Ready Made Clothing.
25 Men's and Youths' odd suits marked down from $16 and $18
to Si I and $ 1 3, and are all wool desirable suits.
We carry a full line of Black Dress suits which are sold for the lowest cash
prices.
Our Line of Dry Fancy Goods
IS COMPLETE,
A fine lot of Embroideries Just opened.
We. have the largest and finest lot of Silk Thread and Twist, Embroidery and
Knitting Silk in all shades and colors, to be found In Astoria.
EMPIRE STORE.
W. T. F&KZSE, Manager.
BOOTS and SHOES
Genuine English Porpoise Shoes For Gents.
Ladles Flexible Sole Shoes in French, Kangaroo and Dongola Kid
Boys and Youths Shoes of all Kinds, Misses and Childrens and Infant heels, aad
Spring heels. WE BEAT, IN BOOTS AND SHOES ONLY.
P. J. GOODMAN.
Hk B FJeLRXLXSIe
DEALER IK
Hay, Oats, and Straw, Lie,
Wood Delivered to Order.
IEK apply to the Captain, or to
The Celebrated Specialist of The
Vanmonciscar Private Dispensary, Portland, Or.,
Is now In this city. The Doctor Is known as the Most Successful Specialist on the
Pacific Coast. His specialty includes all Nervous, PrlYateand Chronic Diseases, such as
Nervous and Physical Debility. Exhausted Vitality, Diseases of Kidneys, Liver, Lungs,
Heart, and Stomach, Premature decline in Man.
FEMALE WEAKNESS.
Dr. Clark's peculiar treatment of all Female Troubles, symptoms of which are : Back
ache. Burnlng.paln on top of head, feeling of debility, general weakness, lassitude, low
spirits, feeling of languor, nervousntss. Is the most successful and legitimate known to
medical science. Microscopical Examinations and Chemical Analysis
of the urlue are made In all cases taken to discover all the complications oetore. exaet
are guaranteed. Consultation Free. ltoomi at Parker House.
Just Opening New Goods !
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A Large Stock of Men's Clothing
AT
' Phil. A. Stokes Co.'s.
(First door east of Foard & Stokes")
Dress Suits ; Summer Suits ; Undent ear ; A Fine Line of Hats. The Latest Patterns
and Styles In Men's Clothing ;CassImeres. Cutaways, Worsteds, Frocks. Just Eectived
and to be sold at Remarkably Low Prices.
ASTORIA
Planing Mill.
HOLT & CO. Proprietors.
Manufactures of
MOLDINGS,
BABE DOORS,
BLINDS. RAILS.
BALUSTERS,
NEWliL POSTS,
BRACKETS.
Scroll and Turned Balustrades,
Boat Material, etc,
Orders solicited and Promptly attended to.
Satisfaction Guaranteed as to StyleQuall
ty and Prices.
Mill and Office cor. Folk nnd Concomly
streets, Astoria, Oregon.
STORE
JhJIE&S
Brick, Cement, Sana" and Plaster
Draylng, Teaming and Express Biulnei.
STEAIIICll
CUM PARKER
Eben P. Parher,liaster.
For TOWING, FREIGHT orCHAK
H. B. FAJUUSB.
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BARGAINS. .
Business Bargains.
THE
New York Novelty Store
OFFERS
Genuine Bargains
In Books, Stationery, Fancy Goods, and
General Notions. We are satisfied with a
small profit over original cost, and want
you to buy what you need In our line of us,
It Is for your Interest to do so. M
A full line of Novelties. Playlngr Cards,
Blank Books, Musical Instruments, Toys,
etc.
A Large Stock of Baby Carriait.
THE
New York Novelty iter.