LOCAL N E W S. Sohool opens today after the h o li-: Chas. Faby, of Bullards, was in day vacation. town yesterday. Wm, Kay was up to this city Josso Taylor, of the lower river The commissioners will open yesterday. was among Coquille’s visitors yes- court tomorrow, Stick to the good resolutions terday. D. H. Prewett, of Parkersburg, made Sunday. Mrs. Dr. MiDgus, of Marshfield, was in town yesterday on business Nile Mi ler was down from Fish- made Coquille a betweea-trains Supt. Kronenburg of the Parkers­ trap yesterday. visit yesterday. burg mill, had business in town yes­ B orn .— Iu Marshfield, Dec. 27, terday Sunday was the first day of the year, of the month and of the year. 1904- to the wife of Billy Head A number of severe cases of grip Smith, a daughter. Lunch Fruits ut Dritne’g. aud pneumonia are reportod at Mrs. J. A. Jacobson returned Miss Mabel Dean went up to Marshfield. yesterday from a visit at North Hall’s creek Sunday to visit with David Stone, of Bandon, was up Bend. Mrs. Albert Miller. to this city and spent New Year’s Hats at your own price at Mrs.Payne’s. Rev. B. B. Paul, of Hall’s creek, with relatives. George Belloni, the dairyman, made our office a pleasant call yes­ Mrs. John Kronenberg, of Park­ returned from a business trip to the terday afternoon while iu town. ersburg, was up to town yesterday bay on Friday. Fine Cape Cod Cranberries at Drane’s to see a dentist. Everything for luncheons at Drone’s. grocery. Quite a number of young people, J. B. Davis, father of Mrs. Kist- Mrs. Ed Cunningham, of tbo and some not so young, of Myrtle north part of town, has been quite ner, of this city, arrived here from Point, are suffering from mumps. Ferndale, Calif., yesterday. ill for several days. Ed Fish, the North Bend carpen­ Finest cut and Austrian glass. Select Try the prize Baking Powder at ter and contractor, made Coquille a pieces of China atT H Mehl A Co’s. Strang’ s. Brick for the masonery of the new visit yesterday, being over this way Mrs. 8. M. Nosier, of this city, Bandon woolen mill were ordered looking after property interests. was the happy recipient of a nice Cleofas Perfumes at the Russell Phar­ from the Arago yards last week. piano for Christmas. For a supply of Jersey Cranberries, Lunch chicken, lunch veal and loaf can­ call on Drane, the grocer. ned meats at Dranc's, macy. The Misses Alice Porter and John Hamblock and James Mor­ Maude Garfield, of Bandon, visited Hoi Anderson wan in town two or three davB the last of the week, rison, of the lower river, who spent Mrs. Buck, of this city, two or three being on bis way back to Washing­ the holidays on the hay, returned by days the last of the week, Great bargain* in Ladies’ Hats and yesterday’s train. ton. Shirt Waists at Mrs. Payne’s. Mackintoshes, Storm Coats, etc., at Strang’s. Frank Fish, of this city, who re- cently went to San Francisco on business, returned by way of the bay Friday. Fifty pairs of gloves at cost, at Mrs. Moon’s. Mrs. J. A. Yoakam and Miss Beeiuis, teachers in our school, who went to the bay for the holidays, returned yesterday. Now is the time to get a hat at Mrs. Moon’s. Hats from 50 cente up. A. flagpole will be raised at the Breakwater office, on which the F. M. Stewart, the Marshfield house-flag of the ‘gpreckles boats tombstone man, came over by yes­ will be kept flying while they are in terday’s train and went to Myrtle port.— Mail. Point, hut is in town today. Orvil Dodge, of Myrtle Point, Mrs. Mary Nosier, the Front who recently came down from the Street merchant and confectionor, mines on Sixes, was in town yester­ called in the firemen Saturday dur­ day and to day on business before ing the ladder drill and gave them tho county court. a treat. Mile of Jetty Gone. B U SIN E S S NOTICES. Astoria, Or., Dec. 29.— k vo thousand feet of jetty superstruc­ ture was carried away in an 80-mile- an-hour gale off the mouth of tho river early this morning, leaving only 600 feet of the outer end re­ maining. To repair this work, to­ gether with the portion that was carried away by previous storms, will take several months, so it is unlikely that there will he any ex­ tension of the jetty until late next summer, if at all during the coming year. Five bars Napthol Soap 25c at Lor­ enz's. H e r . C a r l i s l e I* U M a r i t a , I , I . U . Of Waverly, Texas, writes: “ Of a morning, when first arising, I often find a troublesome oollection of phlegm which produces a cough and is very hard to dislodge; but a small quantity of Ballard’s Hore- hound Syrup will at once dislodge it, and the trouble is over. I know of no medicine that is equal to it, and it is so pleasant to take. I can most cordially recommend it to all persons needing a medicine for throat or lung trouble.” For sale by R. S. Knowlton. J. It. Henson, the Myrtle Point banker, has ordered 200,000 brick from the Arago brick yard with which to build a new bank building at the Point. Mr. and Mrs. Will Iteed, of Port­ land, spent Christmas with Mr. Reed’s father Oscar Reed, of near Myrtle Point. They expect to return to Portland at once. Bullards, accompanied by Miss Sadie Fahy, returned from North Bend yesterday, having spent Christmas and New Year’s day with relatives and friends at that place. Full line of Toilet Preparations at the Russell Pharmacy. For fine carpet and rug weaving ap­ For great bargains in Ladies’ Hats and ply lo Mrs. K. Holverson,of the Mc­ Shirt W aistsoall on Mrs. Payne. Adams place. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Schroeder, of Arago, are bore on their regular an­ nual visit with relatives and friends in this city. They will be in town several days. The first casualties of the Young Ladies’ Basket Ball team occured at In at night’s game when one young lady lost a fiont tooth and another a portion of her eyeball.—Mail Cut glass, finest Austrian flint glass and select China at T II Mehl A Go’ s. John Nielson, of Prosper, secre­ tary of the new canning company with headquarters at that, place, re­ turned Friday from the bay whore he had been to spend Christmas jvith bis many frieuds. Christinas festivities were inter­ fered with at Grants Pass on ac­ count of quarantine regulations against diphtheria, there being a number of severe cases there, some of which have proved fatal. A fir e line of the latest in dress goods is Being received at Mrs Payne’ s store I am closing cl out my line of Ladies. on Front street. Gents’ •"A and Children’s Mackintoshes’ Mrs. Elton Tyrrell came up from her California home, having arrived Friday, aud is enjoying a visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Pierce. She reports her husband being much improved in health. Fae.inators, shawls, misses’ caps, rub­ bers and unbrellas at .1. 8. Kanematz’s. J. K. McLeod, of this plaSe who has been at Witter Springs, Culif., for a couple of months for his health, returned Inst week, and is considerably improved as to his eatarrahnl affection. For good meals, splendid rooms and bath, go to Mrs Sugg’ s hoarding house. The late rains put the river higher than the previous rise, and many logs came down. Those who were catching logs report, several small bridges which were brought out from the tributaries of the upper river. $800 w ill buy a 200-acre Stock Ranch in Southern Coos, witli plenty of outly ing Government land. J. J. S tanley . J. W. Clinton’s large logging donkey was received from Portland last week and taken to the Gus Schroeder place on the upper river where it will he installed for work in the near future. It is a powerful machine and will be a big addition to his logging equipment. Having renovated their mill at Ban­ croft, Fish Bros are now prepared to furnish the public the best grades of lumber, having employed experienced hands. The Prosper Canning Company held their annual stockholders’ meeting Dec. 20, 1904, and elected the following officers for the ensu­ ing year: It. W. Bullard, president; John Nielson, secretary treasurer; ^J. A Morrison, lBt vice-president; N. A. Pederson, John Walstrom, Sam Nnss, C. W. Ashton, and J. A. Morrison were elected directors for the ensuing year. The now cannery packed nearly 7,000 cases of salmon. Th gentlemen of Coquille and sur­ rounding country are sjiecially invited in to see W T Kerr A Co’s fine line of Overcoats as the winter approaches. Prices are always right at Kerr’ s. Call and get prices. Z . C . S tbang , Mrs. Wm. Gallier, of Bandon, returned home yestesday after spending the Holidays with her sons, Steve and Ed, of this city, She was accompanied by her nephew, J S Jays lias fine Oat Hay for sale. Will Linegar and wife, who will visit Delivered in town, on the cars or on the with Mr. and Mrs Gallier a few boat at $12 per ton. days. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Campbell, Drcne, the grocer, received his Christ­ who have been in the eastern part mas supply of Cranberries a little late, but they are fine all the same. of the state for the last year or so, Miss Jeunie Curren, of Myrtle returned last week nud are enjoy­ ing a visit with Mrs. Campbell’s Point was a passenger cm yesterday's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Dulley. train to the bay on her return to Tim most complete line of Reiger’ s Portland to attend school, having California Perfumes—those that will enjoyed the holidays with her last—at the Russell Pharmacy. parents at Myrtle Point. She was We wonder if the singing of the accompained as far as the bay by frogs Friday and Saturday nights her father, J. J. Curren. as they were bidding the old year or S ale —A fine property consisting adieu aud cheering the new one in, of F splendid garden lots, good house and would not have been sweet music to barn. For particulars call at this office. the people of the blizzard-swept Prof. T. C. Jory, of Salem, ar­ eastern states. rived here last week to take the Hind’s Honey and Almond Cream, place of Prof. V. A. Davis as princi­ the finest preparation for the face on pal of our school. The Professor earth, at the Russell Pharmacy. Capt. C. E. Edwards, of the steamer Alert, running on on Coos river, came over last week expect­ ing to go to see his old friend, Adam Pcrshbnker, of Prosper, hut reach­ ing this place he found that Mr. Pershbaker had just sailed on the Elizabeth for San Francisco. He visited friends at Myrtle Point and this city before returning. Foa S ale ,—At a bargain, team of horses, set of light harness, also good thoroughhrace hack. Enquire of C. fl. James. is an affable gentleman who will doubtless be highly appreciated by the school. He is well pleased with the surroundings in a general way. The wedding of J. R. Johnson and Miss Flossie Sanders took place at the home of the bride’s parents at Norway on Thursday instead of at Myrtle Point Wednesday as we stated last week, and was a very pretty home Wedding, the bride and groom receiving many pretty and valuable presents. They spent the holidays in this city and have dow gone to Myrtle Point to reside where Mr. Johnson is connected with the large meat market of the Coqnille Valley Packing Company. The H epald joins their many friends in congratulations. Drag i Notice. W. P. Fullcr’B prepared Paints, Oils and Varnishes at J. A. Lamb A Co.’s. W A Goodman will go anywhere in Coos county to move your house or barn. To T rade — Fifteen head of cows and several head of young cattle for good sheep. Sanford's Bargains — REAL in — ESTATE. $ A fine oorner business property Notice is hereby given that all Coos county warrants (on General Fund) endorsed prior to Jan. 1, 1903, will be paid on presentation at my office in Coquille City, Ore­ gon. No interest will be allowed after Dec. 31, 1904. J. B. D u l l e y , Treasurer Coos County. Dated this 15th day of Decem­ ber, 1904. LUNGS Prie« 50c & $ 1 .00 Free Trial. FRANK W IL SO N , Prop. Newly established. Euerything neat and up-to-date in every respect. Meals a t all hours, day or night. - - I IVERYand FEED STABLE W. H. MANSELL, P rop . Successor to T. J. Little. GENERAL DRAYING. W ILL M EET ALL BOATS AND TR A IN S. Russell P harm acy M a in St. Coquille. Dr. (ieo. Russell, Rex P. Russell, Davis' Restaurant . Six fine lots, best location, nt the rediculously low prioe of $75 each For twenty days only. City Restaurant FRONT STREET, W. T. Kerr Sc Co. A t the old Burton Stand. MRS. W . W . DAVIS, Prop. Newly established. Everything neat ana up-to-day in every respect. Meals a t a ll hours, FRONT STREET Notice. Surest and Quickest Cure for all T H R O A T and LU M G T R O U B ­ L E S , or M O N E T BACK. The investigate and be convinced. COQUILLE OREGON. Coquille, Oregon. Dr. King’s New Discovery 0UGHS and 75 It is impossible to describe my list in this oolnmn. I f yon are looking for a good piece of property at a reasonable prioe, I can certainly suit yon. Kemembe,, I rent houses and farms, make loans and do all kinds o f agenoy business. Come in and see me before buy­ ing. I can save you DOLLARS.’ O. C. SANFORD, WITH V 0L0S Our stock is up-to-Jate. The kill ™« oouom FOR I County. Meus’ hoys’ and children’s clothing, cheapest in town, at Lorenz’s. Coquille Coal and Lumber Co’s Coal. Departures by steamer Break­ water Dec. 31: J Yoakam Jr, Rev T H Murray, A Beattie, Miss Beat- tie, Dau Sneddon, Chas Lapp, T W Newman, C S Williams, Capt G Gobel, W C Harris Jr, A B Melvin, John Ray, E Guizot, John Kelly. /VONSUMPTION Qentsf Furnishing Goods in Coos Largest stock of Clothing and Gents’ Furnishing Goods at Lorenz’ s. Furniture and box factory, All orders handled with carefulness and expedience. thriving toMnin western Oregon, good machinery, good location and doing a good business. This is a bargain. Sole Agent for $ 1 0 0 0 Fine small farm o f 30 acres on — river bank, 12 acres cleared, just what you want. $1500 Nice small place of 8 acres near —— town, well improved, 4 acres full bearing orchard, balance pasture Night call by pressing the button and meadow. Good eyoporator. A Specialty of Peifumee This is a good investment. and Tonic Preparations. at the right of the door. 900 House and*two fine lots in good —— location. $ 800 Good house, barn and four lots —— in fine looation. 800 Corner business property. Better ■ ■ investigate this now. $ 750 A.hill ranch on Fishtrap of 150 ■■ aores, 4 acres cultivated. 40 aores m grass, 2 rough houses, barn, 100 young fruit trees, about 300,000 feet fine cedar timber. This is a genuine bargain. $ 500 A residence property that is dirt cheap. Proprietor Pharmacist S 400 Two of the best residence lots in the city. Two lots nicely located. $ 30 0 Steam er N otes. ___ see the best line o f Ladies' and Lerd and Bacon at wholesale at the Coquille Valley Packing Co. The fault of giving children med­ icine containing injurious substan­ ces, is sometimes more disastrous than the disease from which they are suffering. Every mother should know that Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is perfectly safe for chil­ dren to take. It contains nothing « 2G0 Two fine lot» near the school- house. harmful and for coughs, colds and best residence lot in Coqnille. croup is unsurpassed. For sale by $ 200 'the Installment plan. R. S. Knowlton. * 100 Two corner bottom lot». THK I f you don’t believe it drop in and $2750 h CURE We believe in progress. Mrs David Fulton still has a nice lot of choice plants for sale. $2800 U iu iiili U r n r ilj A liio liile lz lla r m li-m . an * We're here to stay. Give J. G. Fish your orders for apple boxes. Hats at yoor own prioe at Mr». Pavne’ s store. New Goods arriving every day at W. T. Kerr A Co.’s. $ 1 1 ,5 0 0 This amount of fine property, i ■ i a■■■ including two fine residence** and 10-acre orange g r o v ^ n Pomona, Cal., to exohange for good atocK ranoh. The County Court of Coos county, Or­ egon, will receive proposals until two o’ clock p. m., Wednesday, the 4th day of January, 1905, to furnish medical at­ tendance, drugs, medicines, muse and entire expense and care tor all county patients who need daily medical atten­ tion, who are in such condition they cannot be cared for at the County In­ firmary for the year 1905. The County Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids. All bids to be filed with ttie county clerk of Coos county, Oregon, on or be­ fore the date above specified. Dated this 12th day of Dec. 1904. L. H aki . ocker , County Judge. A good Winchester Rifle for "sale Bargains in thin silks at Mrs. Moon’s. cheap. Inquire at this office. A specially fine lot o( handkerchiefs Just the thing for evening gowns. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Fahy, of near r i i a r a k e r l i i l i i at Mrs Payne’s. School Iiooks at Knowlton's Store. DON’T WORRY! - - G ENERAL MERCHANDISE I Clothing Hats, Strang’s Store, I Caps, (shirts, IN Boots I Blankets, W . O W . BU ILD ING. and and Comforts. Shoes. Apples, GROCERIES, C oquille , Pears. O regon . Goquille furniture and BOX FACTORY COQUILLE, OREGON. J- 6 - Fish & Son, Dean & M o rg a n MANUFACTURERS of Butter Boxes, Cubes, Apple and Fruit Boxes Cabinets, Tables, Counters, Store Fronts, etc. Turning Work a Specialty. All Orders given prompt Attention. Dealers in Our friend, A. E. Smith, returned Fresh and Salt Meats, Lard. Bacon, Hams, Irom Sun Francisco the latter part of the week, after an absence of Sausage, Chickens, Vegetables, Tur­ over a year, during which time he took in the big fair at St. Louis and keys and Game in season. other points of interest east of the Rockies. His many friends are pleased to see him back agaiD, while Our friend, W. D. Baker, of the F ront S t ., C oqui le , O r . he having gained two sisters-in-law North Fork, came in to see us yes­ recently, hardly knows whether he terday. He was accompanied by a is home or some where else. relative, D. W. Morley, late of Mountain City, Tenn. Mr. Morley is a neweomer, only having been on the coast about six months, and in this county a couple of weeks. He Mrs. M. Nosier, is exceedingly well pleased with the looks of our country, and tells us I that he feels better than he over re­ members of having felt before, and has gained 20 pounds in weight j since his arrival here, and feels as though he would weigh SOD His : family is with him and as soon as a j pocatiouto suit can he fonnd they w ill! _______ _______ ft* I settle for keep«. The N ew S to re , D ra n e ’s S to re , D E A L E R IN Fancy and Staple Groceries. A CH OICE LIN E OF Syrup, Tobacco, Cigars, etc. We carry a full line of Id o n r a n d F e e d . Everything found in a first-class Grocery. Prices the lowest consistent with good goods. FR O N T ST. C O Q U ILLE $Has a complete Holiday line o$ China and Glassware, Fancy Cattle for Sheep. Notice. Notion is hereby given that my : ;>; Candies, etc. Call and in- Will trade a fine lot of cows and rife, Irene Smalley, has left mv I several head of young »took for tied and board and therefore will , Aspect stock before buying goods... not ................... r . , I Tnvf bo rcaponHiblr for nnv dohts alio i »beep Inquire of J. D. My«r«, on m«y contract T,m » S malitt j Ripek creek Address CoqnilU.