Thursday, October 31, 1918 LOCAL BREVITIES A n d news item s Will the person who borrowed the yard stick from the News office kindly return the same. ColonelThomasJefferson Lewis, Inspector General, was in town Saturday, accompanied by his secretary. He came here on government business. Otis Wagner’s condition has shown marked improvement late­ ly. Sunday he was able to sit up in a chair for a while, and al­ so to take a few steps around the room, which he has not been able to do since his oper­ ation. • L. A. Lasswell accompanied by his wife, were week-end visitors in Estacada. He is expecting shortly to receive orders to go across the bigpond. Mrs. Lasswell has a position in the First State Bank of Portland. In a letter to his parents, writ­ ten from “Somewhere in France” , Joseph Demoy writes, “ If the Kaiser holds out much longer, I will be able to drop some of my compliments on him.” Joe is serving with the 2I8thAeroSquad- ron. Leroy D. Walker, cashier of the State Bank of Portland, who is also interested in our local bank, called on the editor last Thursday as we were going to press. Mr. Walker was here on business and among other things was advocat­ ing the claims of Conrad P. Olson for justice of the Supreme court. He also spoke very flatteringly of the News, which was gratify­ ing to its editor, who like other mortals, prefers bouquets t o brickbats. VOTE NO. 59 J. C. Sawyer Democratic Candidate for COUNTY TREASURER A Veteran of the Civil War. Resident of Clackamas County 16 years. Engaged in Commercial Business all his life. Member of Odd Fellows lodge, 45 years. Member of Masonic lodge, 34 years. Member of Elks lodge. (Paid Adv.) EASTERN CLACKAMAS NEWS Lisle Wagner returned home Friday from the Philippines, where he has been engaged for some years in government work. This is only his second visit home in nineteen years. He does not expect to return to the islands. Miss My la Chambers of Port­ land spent Sunday as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Jacques in Lower Garfield. Miss Cham­ bers is a graduate of St. Helen’s Hall, Portland and was a student when Mrs. Jacques was an in­ structor at that institution. A. G. Ames the government hunter, arrived home Monday noon for a short stay. He reports that it has been very stormy in the mountains, and that a tree had fallen on him while making his rounds. Fortunately beyond bruising his neck somewhat, he suffered no severe damage. Mrs. F. A. Beach of Fort Dodge, Iowa, is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Sparks. Mrs. Beach is a friend of long stand­ ing of Mrs. Sparks, and naturally the visit is much enjoyed by both, having plenty to talk about with each other of former friends and former times. Two carloads of prunes have been shipped this week. One of twelve tons by Howell Bros, of Viola, and' one of forty tons by P. E. Linn of Garfield. Many more carloads are yet to be ship­ ped from here. It is estimated that in the Garfield school district alone, the crop is valued at twen­ ty five thousand dollars. Mrs. Lena Underwood return­ ed for a flying visit here last Sat­ urday. She has been packing apples at Underwood, Wash., to which place she returned on Sun­ day. She reports her son Lester, whose arm was broken by a fall, just before they went away, as much better. They will return in about two weeks. Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Coop, of Currinsville, received a notice the first of this week from a com­ manding officer which stated that their son Orion had landed safe­ ly over seas. Orion enlisted at Portland last June in the marine service. He has earned the rat­ ing of “ marksman,” for which Uncle Sam pays a bonus of $3 a month above the regular privates pay. Edward Shearer of Garfield, has been appointed Poultry Hus­ bandman for the Estacada dis­ trict. This a move on part of the goverment to stimulate the poultry industry, in order to con­ serve the use of other meats, by the increased use of chickens and eggs. He has received a quan­ tity of literature on the subject, for free distribution. Those re­ quiring the same, please leave names and addresses at News office. Page Five J. H. Miller the blacksmith, is i recovering from a severe attack of erysipelas in face and head. It was brought on by being hit on the forehead by a horse. It laid him up for two weeks. ' Mr. M. W. Ware of Denver, Colorado, has purchased the 108 acre farm known as the Henry Epperson farm, but lately owned by C. M. Mattoon. Mr. Ware intends to take possession at once and make it his home. Mr. Mattoon owns another fine farm near the one just sold on which he resides. The deal was made through the S. E. Wooster Real Estate Agency, of this city. SPRINGWATER NEWS Joe and Jim Guttridge took a truck load of hogs to Portland on Monday. Mr. A. Schmidt of Sheridan, Ore., is visiting with friends and relatives here. Mr. Johnson of Hartland. Wash., is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. O. N. Holman. Mrs. Tyson and son Oral of Orchard, Wash., are visiting with their daughter and sister Mrs. S. Smith. VOTERS OF O R E G O N Justice F. A. Moore of the Supreme Court died last month, too late for the name of any candidate to succeed him to be (laced on the 8allot. This condition makes It necessary to write in the name of your candidate. This Is the most Important position in the Judicial system of the State, It is essential to choose a man of extensive legal training, of high character, and broad vision. We commend for your consideration and vote J. U. CAMPBELL OF OREGON CITY Resident of the State 30 years: lawyer for 25 years; veteran of Spamsh-American War and Philippine Insurrection, having served with the 2nd Oregon Regiment; member of Oregon Legis­ lature In 1907 and 1909 sessions; Judge of the 5th Judicial District 9 t-2 years. In all these positions he has made good. His record as a private citizen and public official has been above criticism. Write in his name at the Gen­ eral Election Nov. 5th. For Justice of the Supreme Court to fill vacancy caused by the death of Justice Frank A. Moore. Vote for one Write the name of J. U. Campbell in the above space and place an X in front of his name. J . U. Campbell for Supreme Court Campaign Com., Oregon city. Oregon, J . D. Butler. S ec'y (Paid Adv,) £ X ❖ Remember the United War Work Campaign, NOVEMBER 11th to 18th. THERE IS NO QUESTION I ABOUT T H E DESIRABILITY OF HAVING A GOOD BANK BACK OF YOU. This Bank is in position to serve you with all of its facilities along legitimate banking lines. • The business experience of its officers and directors is yours for the asking, at all times. Î i Ï Y 1 WE PAY FOUR PER CENT INTEREST ON SAVINGS AND TIME DEPOSITS. START AN ACCOUNT TODAY! Estacada State Bank 1 ■Í “ WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR THE B O Y S O V E R T H E R E ? ” ? V