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ASTOKIA. OREGON:
THURSDAY.
-NOVEMBER 7. 1889.
ANYTHING BUT THAT.
The man who lias no opinion is a
fool; the man who is afraid to express
his opinion is a coward, and neither
God, man nor the devil has any use for
a coward.
The Astorian is slow to attack, but
quick to retaliate when assailed un
justly: it concedes to every one the
same consistency it claims for itself
viz: the right to an opinion; and only
asks a fair show.
Least of all can any one abide cow
ardice in a newspaper office. A man
may be a little too slow, or a little too
fast, a little too smart, or a little too
stupid, and the readers of his paper
will put up with it, but a coward is a
creature the American reading public
have no use for.
The states that voted last Tuesday
didn't follow the good example of the
four new states of the Northwest last
month that elected their Republican
candidates. The Republican defeat
in Iowa is easily explained. Iowa is a
Republican state and has a grand
record, but it has furnished large im
migration to the Dakotas, farther
west Then the Republicans un
wisely dallied with prohibition and
helped to put that restriction on the
state. The Germans, which were the
rank and file of the Republican party
in Iowa, deserted it, so that from a
majority of 78,000 for Garfield in '80,
the pendulum has swung 10,000 the
other way in '89. The Hawkeye state
will fall into line again, however, and
can be counted on in the solid column
of victorious Republican states. The
most interest centered in Virginia,
where Mahone after a ten years fight
has gone down. Ohio is a surprise,
an inexplicable one. Our dispatches
say that the legislature is Democratic
and that Gov. Foraker is defeated,
Democracy makes gains in off years,
but the sober second thought of the
people will swing the ship of state to
safe Republican moorings should she
drift.
Prudence is rather an over rated
virtue. The soul that is always pok
ing about for a safe path is like a
blind man feeling his way with a cane.
The man who is always looking for a
soft place to fall on before he leaps, is
like a bird that never tries its wings
for fear of a tumble. He misses the
exhilaration of the upper air, the
rushing wind and the unobstructed
sunshine. The narrow little one-idea
pessimist who is afraid to commit
himself to fresh and untried oppor
tunities, is like the greenhorn in the
nineteenth century who is too timid
to ride in a steam car. but is content
to plod forever in the highway dust.
Its not worth while to be always on
the alert for mishaps. The Lord has
given us eyes and brains, and a modi
cum of common sense; let ub use these
faculties .to keep ourselves growing
and advancing, without constantly
stopping to think of miscalculations.
Time enough when the wreck befalls
us to man the lifeboats. - He who at
tempts to sail forever on a raft will
make slow progress.
According to J. Lawrence-Hamilton,
M. R. C. S., in the Lancet, ice
spoils the freshness, firmness, and
flavor of fish by rendering it, prior to
putrefaction, insipid, soft, and flabby.
Experience seems to. show that the
trravest cases of fish poisoning arise
more commonly from eating fish which
has been kept naturally cook "Where
fish is preserved on ice it appears that
the ice only favors putrefaction by
furnishing a constant supply of
moisture, carrying with it the putre
factive bacteria derived from its
foul and filthy surroundings, so
that this iced fish remains
covered with fresh solutions of filth
pregnant with putrefactive bacteria.
Thus large quantities of those subtile,
complex bodies, the animal alkaloids
or ptomaines, are probably elaborated,
and give rise to those marked symp
toms of poisoning which sometimes
occur from eating fish preserved on
ice. On the other hand, keeping fish
dry and cool can in no way favor pu--trefaction.
The fact that the Union Pacific will
build to Astoria, as stated in The As
torian a week ago, is attracting con
siderable attention, as well it may. It
means a great deal to the develop
ment of the seaport of Oregon, and to
those who are aiding in that develop
ment But other things, meanwhile,
are needed than the acquisition of
property, though that generally comes
first In this case it needs to be fol
lowed by manufactures. Here steps
in the law of supply and demand.
Probably the developments in this re
gard will keep pace with the require
ments. Nearly every line of industry
here is up to the present demand, and
it is safe to presume that when the de
mand comes the supply will be adequate.
Politics is business says the Yaki
ma Republic It is the people's busi
ness; their most important business.
The people are entitled to the most
efficient public servants and service
which can be had for the salary they
pay. There is a good deal of senseless
sentiment about electing men to office.
In individual matters we employ men
skilled in the work we want done.
Brain without skill is helpless in con
gressional halls as in a watchmaker's
shop. With the people or their rep
resentatives, in electing a man to do
public work the only question should
be, who can be had for the wages paid,
who will do us the most good?
The case of Lazarus and Jones is
cited by the Seattle Post-Intelligencer,
as a good illustration of how
the low price for cattle and high price
for beef werks: Jones sold a bullock
to Lazarus for 16, of which he agreed
to take a fore-quarter for his own use,
and this" is the way Lazarus made out
the bill:
To quarter of beef, 185 lb3, at lOo. . S18 50
By one bullock 1G 00
Balance $2 50
The next bullock Jones had he
killed himself, used a quarter, threw
away the balance, and saved 2.50.
The official, ballot must sooner or
later be had because it relieves the
condidate3 from the expense and the
heavy expense of having ballots
printed in the ratio of several for
each voterjin the district; or having
them mailed or distributed to each
voter; of hiring workers on election
day to handle them at the polls;
Every man who knows anything
about practical politics knows that
this is an expense that few men, com
paratively, can meet; and hence they
are debarred.
If Daniel Webster were now alive
to see the four new states take their
places in the Union, he would recal
with some chagrin the fact that he
objected to the organization of a ter
ritorial government for Oregon on the
ground that said region was "so far
off that it could never be governed by
the United States" and that a dele
gate to congress from there "could
not reach Washington until a year
after the expiration of his term." Mr.
Webster was a wise man, but he had
only a limited idea of the coming
greatness of his country.
How contemptible a creature ap
pears that tries to throw one" down
that he may rise. There is room for
all; honest and manly competition is
always recognized, but the cur that
thinks it a game that he must make
others lose in if he expects to win
anything himself is sure to get left
and be covered with the condemna
tion of all honest men.
There is no necessity that make3
dishonesty any way right. The temp
tation to practice little tricks of trade
for the sake of gain, usually small,
grows with the practice; and while
honesty for a time may seem not to
succeed, the defect is generally found
in some other direction than being
conscientious in business.
It has been discovered that cellu
loid makes good sheathing for the
bottoms of ships. After immersion
for six months a plate of celluloid
was found to be free from submarine
growths. This is a very important
discovery, as iron ships foul so rap
idly that their speed is materially les
sened in a few months.
This thing of starting a bank and
then wrecking it and trying to mix
things up is getting to be very un
profitable business. Some people used
to think that this particular branch of
fine work was a mark of genius, but it
has fallen into suoh bad odor lately
that the wreckers have a hard time of
it keeping out of jaiL
The Pullman Car company carried
42,&2 persons last year in its
palace cars. At 25 cents each, this
means a net revenue to the porter of
81,060,633, which is enough to buy a
great many policy tickets with.
Accerding: to Thomas B. Reed's
figuring, he will have ninety-two votes
in the speakership caucus on the first
ballot, or seven more than enough to
give him the nomination.
AN ASTONISHING CHANQX
"Hrdecrmsdtsiflnevart&WTcra loottu
so well, snd you were so poorly, too."
"Yes, doctor, Joy Vegetable Sarsaparilla is
the grandest thing In the world for rua-dow n.
nervous and debilitated women. That's t'tc
secret of my appearance."
Up to a month ago Mrs. Belden, an elder
lady, living at 610 Mason street, San Fran. !
was falling la health and flesh so rapid !y Xi
seriously alarm her relatives. She u,. .,
writes: "I bar taken but one bottio oi . i...
Vegetable Sarsaparilla, bsj; it Is astcnuiiina'
I am regaining zny lost jjesb and hsvo not
felt as well lnjGtu"
Wonderful
the use of Hood's Sarsaparilla. Severe
cases of scrofula, upon which other prep
arations have been powerless, yield to the
peculiar curative powers of this medicine.
Distressing cases of dyspepsia, excruciat
ing complaints of the kidneys and liver.
agonizing itch
and pain of salt
rheum, disagree
able cases of catarrh, and aches and pains
of rheumatism, are cured by Hood's Sar
saparilla. It purines the blood, and at the
same time tones the stomach, creates an
appetite, and gives strength to every func
tion of the body. Give it a trial.
General Debility
"For four years my wife suffered with
large tumor bunches on the glands under
the arms, and general debility of the w hole
system. She became so poor in health
that we were on the verge of despair
regarding her recovery. Physicians did
not seem to understand her case; at all
events she never derived any benefit from
their treatment. She finally concluded to
try Hood's Sarsaparill3. The immediate
effect was so marked and satisfactory that
she continued to take it, and this is the
result: She has gained in weight
From 84 to 1(1 Pounds
and is stronger and In better health than
she has been for years. The bunches under
her arms have diminished, and we believe
Hood's Sarsaparilla will be too much for
them in time." J. J. NORcnoss, 22C Com
mercial Street, Boston, Mass.
Hood's Sarsaparilla
Sold by druggists, gl; six for S5. Prepared by
C. I. HOOD & CO., Apothecaries, Lowell, ilaas.
IOO Doses One Dollar
J. B. Wyatt,
DEALEKS IN
Hardware and Ship Chandlery,
Pure Oil, Bright Varnish,
Binacie Oil, Cotton Canvas,
Hemp Sail twine,
Cotton Sail Twine.
Lard Oil,
Wrought Iron Spikes,
Galvanized Cut Nails.
Agricultural Implements, Sew Injr
Machines, Taints, Oils,
G-rooeries, 3SJto.
Magnus C. Crosby
Dealer in
HAPJW ARE, IRON, STEEL.
Iron Pipe and Fittings,
STOVES. TINWA RE
AND
HOUSE FURNISHING GOODS
SHEET LEAD STRIP LEAD
SHEET IRON,
"TMTr-fc and Copper.
A. B. Steinlmeli & Co.
THE
HATTERS and CLOTHIERS.
MEN'S AND BOYS'
Clothing and Furnishing Goods.
HATS TRUNKS AND VALISES.
Corner First and Morrison Streets, Portland,
OREGON.
Country Order? Solicited, and Promptly
Executed.
For Sale.
New Steamer "Chinook."
Length, C3 ft : Beam, 14 ft.
For particulars Inquire of
N. II, WEBBER, Astoria,
BOOTS AND SROES!
Of Best Quality, and at
LOWEST PRICES,
AT THE
SIGN OF THEJOLDEN SHOE.
School Tax Notice.
mAXES FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1
X are now due and payable at the ofllce of
tne cierK 01 scnooi ULstnct.
J. G. HUSTLER,
Astoria, Nov. C, '89.
Stock and Fixtures.
ANY ONE WITH A SMALL CAPITAL,
desirous of buying a well established
and paying business in this city, can hear of
an opportunity oy inquiring at tins onice
Wilson & Fisher
Ship Chandlers,
HEAVY AND SHELF
HARDWARE
FARM IMPLEMENTS,
Paints, Oils, and Varnish.
LOGGERS' SUPPLIES.
PROVISIONS
AND
MILL FEED
AGENTS FOR
SALEM PATENT ROLLER MILLS
Portland Roller Mills,
FAIRBANKS' SCALES.
ASTORIA. OREGON.
Abstracts of Title.
C. R. THOMSON
Keeps a full set of Abstract Books
and will examine the Title to any iteal Es
tate in the county and furnish an Abstract
of Title to the same.
Terms reasonable. "Work guaranteed.
J. H- MANSELL
ff S" ffl S ystfcf7 51 l?" ??s5 8 a L . ,
NOTARY PUBLIC FOR STATE OF OREGON.
City Lots and Acre Property, Ranches, Timber Lands, and Water
Frontage for Sale.
Investments made for Outside Parties.
Established, 18S3. Correspondence Solicited.
Next W. U. Telegraph Ollicc. Tliinl St. Astoria, Oicgnn.
P. O. BOX 863.
GET YOUR
EXCHANGED AT
NORTE ADD
m
$5.00 Per Month.
Good for One Week only.
B.OBB &
Performance commences from now on, until further notice, at 7 o'clock
in the morning until S o'clock at night. Everybody is cor
dially invited, and nobody should fail u call and.
view for 3'ourself. Admission fiee and
wonders to be seen at the grand
opening of the
At tho
WHITE HOUSE
Next to the O. It. & N. Ticket Office.
W.E.WAKKEN.
Real Estate Brokers.
Mansoll's Building, AVater St.,
ASTORIA, - - - OREGON.
City Properly, Seaside Property, Tide Lands,
Timber Lands. Farms. Etc.. Bought and Sold.
Loans negotiated and a general commission business transacted.
Investments for non-residents a specialty.
CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED.
FIRE BRICK
DKAtKIl IN
Hay, Oats, anfl Straw, Lime, Met, Cement, Sanfl ail Plaster
Wood Delivered to Order. Praying, Teaming ami Express Itusiness,
IKK apply to the Captain, or to
W&4-fc3lk
FOR S LOT
-IN
to ea:
ASTORIA.
5Mm3&3B,? Agents.
k'Sfc'f IF ?
well-known stand,
Di
ASTORIA, OREGON.
umwm.il ---- -iin'inFjji-ti'.i "'
K.AV. WRIGHT.
FIRE CLAY
STEAMER
k
Ebcn P, Parhcr,Mastcr.
For TOWING, FJtEIGHT or CHAN
EL B. PAHKEK.
ALL THE LATEST NOVELTIES
.33 2L133l3s. HSoojIslS, fcfvfrLoiKLOicy..
7
Jit? N -gga-i, ir"
Vnnr I
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ioiifliBysiforarpTirau
IS W1I IT YOU GET AT l t!Su8 U& II
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So
IX
Groceries and Provisions.
Kver tiling 111 :i Fust-class Store
and at
Extremely Low Figures.
Goods Delivered all over Tow 11.
Ti!" Highest Price raid for Junk.
FOARD & STOKES
Fine Wines,
I havo completed arrangements for supplying any brand of Wine in any quantity
at lowest cash figures.
The Trade Supplied,
Families Supplied.
ALL OltDEUS DELIVERED FREE IN ASTORIA.
Yonr patronago in City or Country solicited.
A. W. UTZ1NGER. Cosmopolitan Saloon.
wrnwiW.m "meaB
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN
iroeeries, Provisions and Mil! Feed.
Crockery, Glass Plated Ware.
o
Tho Largest and finest assortment of
iFresb. Fruits and ITegetables.
Received fresh every Steamer.
T k
zmjM ;,?,
-AND-
.1000 double roll of Wall Paper and Decorations of the latest styles and shades
just received direct from Eastern factories.
Also a largo assortment of
Of all grades in beautiful new designs
New Smyrna Rugs. Portiere Curtains. China Matting, Etc., Etc.
Call and examine. CLTAS. HEILBORN.
J. P. HYNES,
-DEALER IN-
Groceries Produce.
Water Street, Astoria, Oregon.
TELEPHONE NO. 7. - I. O. BOX S22.
A NEW ENTERPRISE.
City Express Transfer Company.
H. D. Thing and C. E. Miller,
TKOrjUETOKS.
Headquarters at Slain Street wharf.
TELEPHONE NO. 43.
A General Express and Delivery lJusine-ss
transacted.
Your patronago is solicited.
3B. ,. ATBTnEJBg",
DEALER IN
Wail Paper and Oil Paintings
SPECIALTY,
Sign Writer, Grainerand
Ornamental Painter.
Cor. Cass and Jefferson Sts.. Astoria, Or.
It Will Pay You to Buy a Lot
in
aurel Park Addition
TO
The City of Astoria.
This property is now on the market, and is heing sold by
On tho Installment Plan for
30.00 and 40.00 per Lot. $10.00 Cash and $5.00 per Month.
Don't miss this opportunity. The terminus of a transcontinental road will be
located within 15 minutes walk from this beautiful tract.
S30 to-day. 250 in one year. Save the dollars and buy real estate and wealth
is yours. Call at once upon
On November 1st Lots will be advanced to S40 and $50 per Lot.
WORSLEY & CARRUTHERS,
Corner 3d and OIney Streets.
Stnrp
lKI. a. iiajisoji
SUCCESSORS TO
. L. PARKER,
DEALERS IN
GENERAL MERCHANDISE
New Goods Arriving Every Steamer
THIS WEEK.
Hen's Clotiii.
The Old Stand - Astoria Oreson.
Choice Brands.
ATIONS!
?
! H. W. Strickler, HL D.
DEALER IN
Pure Drugs, Toilet Articles, Etc.
Preset ipt ion ClPrk speaks Four different
Languages.
Ceneial practice or Medicine attended to
by the Doctor.
Second Street, near rostofflce.
Oysters ! Oysters !
Clams! Clams!
In Quantities to Suit. Fresh Every Day at
E. L. HUMPHREYS,
Nex door to Flavel's New Brick Building.
3Tu.st jOLooelxroca.
THEO. BRACKER.
Second Street. A Large Supply of
Meerschaum and Brier Pipes.
ALSO.
Amlei' Cigar anil Cigarette Holders
Especially Fit For
Birthday and Christmas Presents.
ALSO,
A large invoice of fresh Imported, and
Key "West Cigars ; amongst other brands the
well-known "Flor de Madrid."