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4 W ashington p w y. COUNTY NEWS FOREST GROVE, WASHINGTON CO., ORE., THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 1905. VOL. 2 NO. 35 a successful issue. During the time CROWDED FROM "PIT TO DOME" Nowhere’ a melodrama that touches MEETING OF BOARD OF TRADE At Vert's Hall. ------------- the right spot to keep you in good that he has been in charge ot the J Wednesday evening the Forest Grove Councilmen Exchange Seats and the passenger department of the O. R. & Home Comedy Meets With Astounding humor from start to finish. Wednes- Second Annual Meeting and Selection Comedy Co. will give its second per- N. Company, Mr. Craig has shown a Success— Most Popular Event day night Down on The Farm, a 0f Board of Directors— To formance. The seats were placed on Work Goes Merrily On— To thorough gTasp of the problems which rural companion piece to Way Down sale this morning and are being disposed of the Season. Pass Liquor Ordinance confront the Pacific Northwest, and in East.’’ These plays are new on this Have Banquet j 0f very rapidly. The Walker brothers his advertising campaign he is doing coast and presented only by the assisted by “Eve” Wirtz will put on a The last meeting of the old council an invaluable work for all parts of this The Forest Grove Comedy Co. gave Fischer Co. Last night at the council chamber new musical sketch, of itself worth the the first of a series of entertainments at was held at the city council chambers, region. Mr. Craig was connected The Fischer Company is well and the board of trade held its annual price of admission. Clark and Wil- Tnursday evening of last week at which with the Northern Pacific for about Vert’s hall, Friday night to a packed favorably known to the theatre going meeting. In the absence of both liams, appear in a clever coon sketch, house. Standing room was at a pre time all reports of standing committees twenty years, and his selection for the people of Forest Grove and they can the president and vice president, H. Miss Maud Shannon will sing. An- etc., were handed in and accepted. important position he holds with the mium. Sear’s orchestra, made up of rest assured that they will get their C. Atwell was chosen temporary chair- other treat is the appearance of little In the matter of the fire bell, which O. R. & N. has proven fortunate for the best musicians in this city, money’s worth. Popular prices. man. Secretary Hollis read a report Reta Macrum and little Roscoe Vaughn the Congregational church society to the railroad he represents, as well as furnished the music. The first part of of the board for that time, wherein in a musical dialogue. Those who the “show” went along in snail-like gether with the city and fire company for the interests of the Pacific North manner, but as the boys got over the ] Took his Seat as Cit> Recorder Last it was shown what had been done dur- have seen it, say it is great. The are interested, a report from the church west. Mr. A. D. Charlton, the assist Thursday Night. j ing the past year. The report was farce this week is entitled “The Seal- was heard wherein the church people ant general passenger agent of the effect of the glare of the massive aud unanimously accepted. A resolution skm Sacque.” It reveals the troubles offered to accept $160 for theii Northern Pacific Railroad, with offices ience and got their “nerve up,” the was offered by Ex-Mayor Hoge to of a married man and is brimful of interest in the bell. Stribich, who was in Portland, is another man who has balance of the entertainment went off change the number for a quorum from laughs. The parts are taken by Mrs. on that committee recommended that made a special study of this section, without a hitch, and truly each perfor 15 members to 10. The board was Me Nutt, Miss Mabel Wirtz, and Robert the city purchase the interest named, and of the best methods for develop mance was a “top-notcher.” Every then adjourned, but was immediately Wirtz. which was done. This was the last ing it. Mr. Charlton has brought the part was well produced. reconvened so that the resolutions Walker brothel’s musical sketch was official act of the old council. Mayor passenger department of his company Won First Prize. could be passed in accordance with the Hoge made a few parting remarks up to a very high point of efficiency, one of the “hits” of the evening as provisions of the constitution. Eki Naylor’s Angora goat, Judy before an adjournment was taken. and is recognized throughout the was also the comedy and dance sketch A board of directors was chosen by Junior won first prize at the Sixth An of Clark and Adams. The former was He thanked his colleagues for their country as a man of unusual force and reinstituting the old board and filling a nual Goat show held at Dallas, last week cooperative efforts for the welfare of ability.— From the Pacific Monthly for particularly good throughout. Besides vacancy by the substituion of Supt. for the best two-year-old buck in the his varied musical productions, Mr. the city and wished the incoming January. Calendar. state. Judy Junior was sired by Old Walker’s songs came in for hearty councilmen the support of all. Coun One of the most interesting subjects Judy No. 5133, and his mother was encores. cilmen Stribich and Hughes thought MARRIED. discussed was the movement which Lena Ayres, a Lundrum doe. Mr. they had talked, enough already and Tuesday evening, in this city, oc The comedy, “Pushed into Politics,” was unanimously adopted, to hold a Naylor also brought home a second were willing to give the other fellows a curred a pretty home wedding at the and which concluded the program, was second annual banquet, such as was prize with a 3 year-old buck from the chance. Councilman Hollinger, who residence of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Miller, well played. The production was held at The Laughlin last year. The C. P. Bailey flock. stays on the board, asked for sympathy when G. Robert Tompkins, of Forest particularly interesting because of its j date is not definitely settled but it is to local coloring. The entertainment as Council acjoumed. be on or about February 22nd. The Grove, and Miss Vivian Smith of Gas a whole was well worthy of the small McMinnville Defeated. matter was left m the hands of the ton, were pronounced husband and price asked and the large audience The game of basket ball played The new council members then took H. G. KING, board of directors. It was moved, sec wife by Rev. L. F. Belknap of the M. which- was in attendance. The next between Pacific University and Me their seats. The matter of selecting a Born at Holland, Mich., 50 years onded and carried to limit the invita Minnville College last E. church. Only the immediate entertainment will be given on Wednes. evening president of the council was then in ago, lived in Michigan and Indiana tions to the members, each being per resulted in a defeat for Friday members of both familids were present. day night of next week. The company the lat'er by a order. Councilman Laughlin was un until the spring of 1865, when he score of 15 to 9. The game was the animously chosen. Mayor Johnson The groom has lived in this city for has made arrangements for all new came west with his parents to Hender mitted to bring one lady. then proceeded to announce his com many years, and is a son of William features, and this entertainment will son Co. 111., which was his home until Three new members were added to first to be played this season and be the roll, and there is a general invita mittees, which are as follows: Ordi Tompkins, of Tillamook Ci.y, and a out do the former by many points. coming to Forest Grove three years tion extended to all who have the wel sides being well attended, proved to brother of Mrs. Charles Miller, of this nance— Laughlin and McNamer; Fi ago, with the exception of five years fare of the city at heart and desire to be exciting throughout. Took Carbolic Acid. nance—Laughlin and Starrett; Streets place. He is well known here and the spent in Iowa. Shortly after coming to —Sweaters at the Chicago Store. and Public Property— Cornelius and best wishes of his friends will follow Perry Ward, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. ! Forest Grove he entered the real aid in the progress of our city, him. The bride is the daughter of Harris; Police and Help— McNamei Eld. Ward, came near meeting a sud- estate business and is now recognized Hollinger; Ways and Means—Cor Mrs. Sarah E. Smith, of Gaston, and is den end last Saturday night. She had ^ the leading real estate man in the very popular among the young people been prepared for bed and was told by nelius and Hollinger. of that community. Mr. and Mrs. her mother to go up stairs and she Grove having a large clientage, he also It was moved and seconded that an does a large insurance and loan busi ordinance for the licensing of saloons in Tompkins will make their future home would be up in a moment and give ness, he is serving his second term as Forest Grove be drafted by the ordi at the Smith ranch, four miles from her a dose of medicine. The little clerk of Modem Woodmen and secre nance committee and be presented at Gaston. girl did as she was told, but thought tary and treasurer of the Modem J tie nixt regular meeting for passage. At the home of the bride’s parents she was big enough to help herself, so National Reserve having, been elected Hollinger called for roll call and the in this city, Miss Clara Hines, daugh she drew up a chair and climbed upon to both offices without opposition. We have the finest line of Silver knives, Forks, etc. in vote stood Ayes: Laughlin, McNamer ter of Mr. and Mrs. Cicero Hines, the the dresser and reached a bottle of Since coming to the Grove Mr. King Washington County. Each article has on it the and Cornelius; Nays: Hollinger, Starrett former a brother of Dr. Hines, was carboEc acid, and by the aid of a has made a host of friends who showed stamp, Abbott & Son 14 pwt. This means 14 pwt. and Harris. There being a tie, the married to Herbert Smith of Gaston, spoon proceeded to help herself. their friendship by the handsome of silver plate in each dozen, or a recorder was ordered to call the mayor, Wednesday at 10:30 a. m. Rev. L. Fortunately none of the acid went be majority that he received at the recent who voted yes, and carried the motion. F. Belknap was the officiating clergy yond her mouth. However, her lips city election. Council then adjourned. Rogers Bros, ware is man. Besides the members of both were severely burned, and also her The committee on finance submitted families there were a score of invited clothing where she spilled the fluid. The New School Grades this means the following as the receipts and dis guests, who, after the ceremony sat Dr. Ward was hurriedly sent for, but The addition of the Ninth and Tenth and is bursements of the city of Forest Grove down to an elaborate dinner Mr. before his arrival Lee Via, the drug grades voted on at a recent school for the year, ending January' 11, 1905 Smith is favorably known ni this city gist, had administered an antidote of meeting, will begin Monday, February R e c e ip t s and Miss Clara Hines, the bride, en alcohol. None of the poison got into 6th. The studies of these two new Cash on hand as per Treas joys a large circle of friends who wish the child’s stomach, although her grades are as follows: Ninth grade— urers’ report Jan. 1, 1904 $104 42 the happy couple many happy days. mouth and lips were severely burned Higher English, beginning algebra, Cash received for taxes......... 1823 09 Mr. and Mrs. Smith will make their and the patient is now about recovered. physical geography and history, " “ lights........... 3482 52 Tenth Grade— Higher English, algebra, “ “ water........... 1989 79 home on the Smith farm, 4 miles west “ “ lamps.......... 28 00 of Gaston. An Evening of Music , first half year; higher arithmetic, last “ “ fines............. 28 00 Much interest is being manifested half; book-keeping, first half; history, “ “ miscellaneous... 40 10 Bought Delivery Business. by Rebate, Haines Power Co... 127 13 P. P. Murphy has bought the deliv the people in general, about the last half, physical geography the entire concert which is to be given under j year. The studies will be taught by \ Total Receipts $7628 10 ery business of H. Teegarden and auspices of the Base Ball boys of P. U. Miss Zelpha Knight, principal. The took charge Monday. Mr. Murphy Miss Mary E. Conyers of Portland, addition of the new grades necitated DISBURSEMENTS was formerly a cattleman but prefers to has a rich mezzo soprano of beautiful the hiring of a new teacher, and Miss Interest on bonded indebted live in this city for the educational quality,, she has had considerable Dooley was chosen to teach the Sixth, ness.........................................$1624 26 advantages. experience in concert work the past and by so doing Miss Stahr was Warrant indebtednes................. 922 28 Haines Power Co. for ligh t.. .2443 00 three years, with great success. ! advanced from the Sixth to the Seventh City Treasurer............................. 248 75 ► ♦•♦•♦»♦•♦•♦•♦•♦•♦a« Mr. Dom Zon needs none of the and Miss Jackson from the Seventh to City Marshal................................143 13 FREE TO YOU poor recommendation we can give him the Eighth, Deputy Marshal.......................... 15 50 as he is already well known in this city. The News has made arrange Recorder’s fees.............................. 57 68 Woodmen Reunion. The people of Portland will agree City Supplies.................................546 29 ments with both the Pacific and Have already arrived and can be seen at my shop. The Labor............................................... 430 00 Columbia Photograph galleries, with us in calling him “Prince of The Modern Woodmen of America Printing..................................... 76 75 whereby every subscriber to this Baritones” of the Northwest. newest things that will attract your attention most are are planning a grand reunion to be Lumber........................................ 185 49 paper, new or old, who pays his Mrs. Katherine Pope possesses a held in this city February 10. A re among these samples. Gravel .......................................... 363 16 charming soprano which will no doubt ception will be tendered to all or her subscription for the year Legal service including court fees.......................................... 304 60 1905 in advance, will be entitled please with her well selected songs, “modems” living in this city and Miscellaneous............................ 150 59 to a fine cabinet size photograph She has studied for many years and vicinity whether members of the local of all cost. Both these has lately returned from New York. lodBe or not. There will be a spread Total disbursements $7542 04 free Mrs. E. E. Williams, late of Port- and dancing will be indulged i.n The Cash on hand Jan. 11, ’05 86 06 galleries do first class work which land, is an accompanist of considerable local lodge expect to make this affair a insures the holder of a coupon, experience and ability. She is also a leading event. The ladies will be $7628 10 which we give, to a true repres soloist and will favor us with a selection invited and a royal good time is in entation of herself or himself. Ponded indebtedness 6 per Any lady wishing to see samples of the swellest and most store for all who attend. c e n t................................. $27000 00 at the concert. This offer holds good only until up-to-date Flannels for Spring Skirts, etc. are invited to Warrant indebtedness 4 per Watch for poster, as to date. February 20. To those remit W. 0. W. to Entertain. call, also. cent..................................... 5809 81 ting by mail, a coupon will be The W. O W. lodge and Holly Margarita Fischer Co. Coming. Total $32,809 81 promptly returned. Coupons have made arrangements to hold will be good three months after The Margarita Fiseher Company will a circle joint social session Saturday night. Some- Success'ul PaMroad Men issuance. In remitting please play a return engagement of three Committees from each lodge are plan Mr. A. L. Craig, general passenger state who will have the picture nights in the Opera House, Forest ning the program which is to be an agent of the Oregon Railroad and N .v'- made and which gallery you pre Grove, starting Monday evening, Feb informal one. All and gation Company, is a conspicuous fer to do the work. ruary 6, ’05. New plays, new special their respective families members of each order Remember the price of The ties, new people. Monday night, “In example of one who has a thorough understanding of the needs and possi News is only 11.00 sent to any Utah” a comedy drama dealing with are invited to attend. bilities of his work, with the requisite address. the Mormon question and plural mar — Money to loan on approved riages. Tuesday night, “A Girl from security on real estate. W. H. Hollif. ability to bring what he undertakes to THE OLD COUNCIL AND THE NEW -1 Abbott db Son ■ R ead! quadruple plate article at $4.50 per set. 1847 only 12 pwt. to the dozen, triple plate intead of quadruple only worth $3.50 not $4.50 nor $4.00 Forest Grove, Oregon SPRING SUITS? Yes, the time is coming, in fact our Spring Samples For the Ladies JOHN ANDERSON, The Tailor FOREST GROVE, OREGON