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item Stef VOL. XVIII. GRANTS PASS. JOSEPHINE CODNTY, OREGON, THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 27. 1902. So. 14. ;! 1 1 1 C V DIRECTORY JOSEPHINE J udge Commissioners . Clerk Deputy Clerk Sheriff....; Deputy Sheriff. . Treasurer (tkhool Bupt Assessor Surveyor Coroner Koadmaster .. . COUNTY FFICER3. Abe Aitell (John Wells (Nick Thoss R. L. Bartlett T. P. Judson Ed Lister Ernest Lister I T Tavinr Lincoln Savage lhas. crow H C. Ferkins T. A. Hood Geo. W. Lewis N. E. McGREW, PIONEER TRUCK and DELIVERY Furollere tod Piano G F'NTI PAt I, OREQON. CITY OFFICERS. Mavor W. F. Kremer Auditor and Police Judge R. L. Davis I Treasurer Col. W. Johnson City Attorney C. E. Maybee Marsnai jonn Locunarut Street trupt John Patrick Councilmen Ueo. H. limns A. C. Hough, J. H. Williams, C. E. Harmon J. A. Keliknof. Harry Lewis, Herbert Smith, Henry Schmidt FRATERNAL 80C1TIE8. Grants Tais Lodge A. F. A A. M., No. M, regular communication hrst and third Saturdays. Visiting brothers cordially m.i.cu. ... jt imjdib, n. in. A J. PiKt, See'y. Roval Arch Masons Kennies Chanter No. 28 meets second and fourth Wednesday Masonic null. L.. ujiwill. J. E. Fktersos, Becy. H. P. Eastern Star Josephine Chapter, No. 20 meets nrst ana third Wednesday evenings 01 eacn niontn in Masonic hall. Mus. H. Zqi.lfr. l Idas. Anna M. Holmam, W. M. Bee'y. I. O. O. F.. -Golden Rule Lodge No. 78, meets every Saturday night at I. O. 0: F. hall. Us M. Davis. T. Y. Dbah, Secy. N.G. Paran Encampment I. O O. F. No. meets second and fourth Thursday at I. O. . r . hall, run Schmidt, T. Y. 1kai, Kec'y. C. P. Kebekahs Etna ltehckah, No. 49, meets second and fourth Monday, I. O. (). F. hall. Ksan Hautmar, N.G. MuJ. H. Disiboh, Secy. United Artisans-Grants Pass Assembly No. 4tf, meets alternate Tuesdays in A.O. LI. Vf. Ball. fc. W IRT!, Fain linnsi'ii, Master Artisan, Secy. Woodmen of the World Rogue River Camp No. 65, meets second and lourtb Wednesdays at woodman nan. J At. Slovii. C, E. MATiita, Consul Commander. Clerk. Women of Woodcraft Azalea Circle. No. 1H'2, nieets first and third Mondays at Woodmen hall. Kstilli Bekbt, N. U. W. E. Dea, Clerk. Foresters of America Court Josephine No. 2fl, nieets each Wednesday except the first, al A. O. U. W. hall. J. P. Hals, C. R. G. N. Bolt, F. S. Josephine Lodge, No. 11'-', A. 0. U. W meets in a. kj. u. w.uan, iiaou uuim- lng every Monday evening. J. H. Msadi, M. W. B A. Itarakd, Recorder. Hawthorne l.ndire. No. 21. I), of H.. A. O. I). W. meets every alternate Tuesday I evening in A. O U. W. hall, Dixon hinlilinir. Mai. A. McCarthy. Mr. Lydia Diah, C. of H. Recorder. Knl.rhls nf Pvihim Thernioovlae No. 60. meets each Tuesday night 7:30 I. O.I O. f . hall. J. i. i nausse, Tom Wilmass, C. C, K. of It and 8. Grand Army of the Republic Gen. Logan Post No. Xi, meets first Wednesday at A. O. II. W. hall. J. E. i'etirhoh. Alto AxrKLt. Adit. ' Com. American Order of Steam Engineers, Ore gon Council No. 1, nieets lirst and tliira Saturdays, at a. u. u. w. nan. Wm. H. Kennbt, Hem. F. Mykmk, Cliiel Engineer Corresponding Engineer. J)R. M. C. FINDLEV, PHYSICIAN and BURliEON. Tkit popular barber shop Get your tonsorial work done at IRA TOMPKINS' On 8ixth Street Three chain Bath room in connection H. II. BARTON, WATCHMAKER and ""JEWELER. Fall assortment of Watchea, Clocks. BU- verwear and Jewelry. A Uood Assortment of Braceleti and Heart Bamjlea, Clement' Drug Iter. J.M.CHILES GROCERIES IIARDWARE TABLEWARE FineJButter a Specialty FRONT and FOURTH STS. SWEETLAND & CO. FRESH and SALT MEATS. 'Paena 21 BABY LAUGH It belongs to health, for a baby, to eat and sleep, to laugh and grow fat But fat comes first; don 1 ask a scrawny baby to laugh; why, even his smile is pitiful I Fat comes first The way to be fat is the way to be healthy. Scott's emul sion of cod-liver oil is the prop er food, if he needs it; but only a little at first Wt'M lead yoa a Hltls to try li yon Has. SCOTT a DOWNS, 409 Paul sumi, NmVok. Council, instituted in any part of the State desired. Write for circular!, objects of Order and iaformation te Betij. F. Myrick, D 'putySuprema Chief Kacineer, GRANTS PASS. ORE. ftala aleaature Is oa every box of the genuine Laxative Brorao-yuinme TM.ts Ue natedy that mm MM la bm T Every vStrap Right. Oiir Harness is not only showy, in the best sense, because tastefully and stylishly made, but it is made with care for every detail. Each strap is just right, and every buckle is made of right stock and every stitch is good thread. - Such leather goods are in demand and we supply just such trade. John Hackett, 8H0E REPAIRING SIXTH STREET. Grants Pass Banking & Trust Co. l'AIU IP CAPITAL STOCK $25,000.00. Transacts a general Hanking business. Receives deposits subject to check or on demand certificates. Out customers are assured of courteous treatment and every consideration con istent with sound banking principles. Safety deposit boxes for rent. J. FRANK WATSON, Tree. R. A. BOOTH, Vice-Pres. L. L. JEWELL, Cashier. Office, corner rooms Tuffs' building, Phone No, jail. Residence, Kuykendall house. A st, near 2d, rtiune ro. if. Hours B to 12 a. ru ; 1:30 to 5:30 p. Might calls at residence. 0 RANTS PASS, - ORE00N. A C. HOUOH, The First National Bank OF SOUTHERN OREGON. CAPITAL STOCK, S50.OOO.OO. ATTORN KY-AT-LAW, piaettceiln all Btateand Federal Courts I Offiee over First rational Mil. I a ATM PaM. 0tOO. H. C. PERKINS, D. 8. DEPUTY MINERAL SURVEYOR, I WmAST Pass, OtMOI. G HO RGB H. BINNS, ASSAYRR, Receive deposits subject to check or on certificate payable on demand. Belle sight drafts on New York Ban Francisco, and Portland. Telegraphic transfers sold on all points in the United States. Special Attention given to Collections and general business of our customers. Collections maile throughout Southern Oregon, and on ail accessible points. R. A. BOOTH. Pres. 1. 0. CAMPBELL, Vice Pres. H. L. U1LKEY, Cashier. ....THE WHITE IS KING.... Ball Bearing Like a Bicycle Makes the "Whit" the Easiest Running Sewing Machine Made. Oflce opposite Hotel Josephine ObaitsPass. . Oaaeoa. kk4 BO YEARS' EXPERIENCE .kJ r fmm TRADt Marks COTYRMHTS AC AirriMM1tn Ufafei wot tlMtjiiitton naif Mfr-vtr cffn Pvr frinis-a trwm wrx hr inn ujimi roucb Wnna A Co. nemtn Una mam, wneww mnnr Scientific American. aksuon f aar aywoUaW )wirf. Trma. l war ; rtrar nonUM. a. seta oj tui nawsrwan. IMUNS ft Co.- Hew Ttnt Benty el ftoUh, Quality ol Material, EUjaitce el Dtln, the Bosat wo;knjauskip I thealMDleet. most complete end beet tet of altacbmenU. ion loilroeuont oy ei- Mrt teacbert. eaar payments, old machlnee taken in eicbange, the lullest peeeible nfrrtr?e, ene million, fire hundred thousand bappy, satisfied users, thirty veers I larCMt, eoartsjoai treatment WKst mere Lea roe aw We have ether make o machines, without ball bearings, new, very cfeetp Bene good second band machines cheap. All kinds ( sewing mackine Needlee 11, fttttehnenti and repelrs. Mew machinee (or rent. Dent tblnk ol baying a Sewing Machine nntil you have seen the niw sail Bearing "Whits" W say "The 'White' it King" of Sewing Machines and Bicycles, call, leu phone er write and let os prove it. " ... -v iriuim uituiuf rnusluv Main Office), 300 Poet St., Ban Franeitco, Cel. For. Sale By J. Wolke, Grants Pass, Ore. MARBLE AND GRANITE WORKS. J. B. PADDOCK, Paora. I am prepered to furnish anjthlm In the line ol Cemetery work in any kind of XA&BLE or ORAiOTE. Nearly thirty yeere of experlsnee In the Marble boalnees warranU my Myio that I can fill your ordert In the very beet manner. Caafnrniab work In Beotch, Bweda or American Granite or any kind H ICarbl. . J. 1$. Irroetl Street, Maxt te) OrewMw Owaebe. Waahlngton Latter. Washikoton, Feb. 17, 1902. Aab Wednesday brought to a close one of the gayest seasons Washington hat known in many year. Since that date comparatively small and informal entertainmcn's have replaced the brilliant functions of the earlier season but today everyone is on the qui Vive in anticipation of the histrionic perfor mance which will present to an ultra- fashionable audience the Bower of the capital' debutautet and dame in theatricala and tableaux. Fabolous prices have been paid for boxes and the long Mat of patronesses, which it headed by Mra. Rooeevelt'a name and includes those of the leaders of society, insure a gratifying success. The feature of the entertainment will be the presentation of "The Reward of Amaryllis," written by Mrs. Kurton Harrison, with Miss Jennie Pearce, of Boston, in the leading role. Mrs. Uarrison has come to Washington to direct the presentation. The proceeds will, of course, be devoted to charity. Another notable event in the interest of cbarily of equal social Importance will be the lecture on the evening of February 20th, on "Klnf Lear" by Dr. D. J. Stafford, the famous Shakespear ian interpreter who sacrificed what would have been a brilliant histrionic career to enter the Koman Catholic priesthood. Mrs. Roosevelt's name also heads the list of patronesses for this event. The news that the Italian Ambassador aud gignora des Planches will soon occupy the handsome residence recently purchased by Mrs. Phoebe '.. Hearst, is greeted most cordially by society. The Hearst borne is one of the most beautiful residences in the city and, as the ambassador ia fond of euterUining and is already a favorite, it is anticl patec that bis new borne will prove another of those charming rendezvous for which Wauhington is famous. The former Ambassador, Baron de Fava, usually resided in New York. To satisfy a general curiosity as to the costume which will be worn by the American representatives at the coronation of Kdward VII, I have ascer tained at the slate department that it will consist of ordinary evening dress, except that knee breeches and black silk stockings will be worn in lieu of trousers. This costume was agreed upon many years ago in a conference between the state department aud the British Foreign office court. The Americans will be the only persons so attired, all others not in uniform being required to appear iu court dress with cocked hat, sword, etc. The United Slates' naval and army officers will, ol course, wear full uulfotni. Since the passage, by the bouse of representatives, of the majority auti- oleomargarine bill no legislation of importance has been undertaken by that body ; but today tbo repeal of the war revenue taxes will be taken up. Much interest centers in the ways and menus committee which will take up the ques' tlon ol Cuban reciprocity today. 1 saw Chairman Payne this morning but could elicit from bim only the fact that the committee would see what it could do without injury to American interests." There is no doubt that a majority of the committee is opposed to granting any concessions, on principle, but the pressure from the White House and from the senate end olflie capitol is so strong that tome measure will probably be reported. The Philippines bill Is still under con sideration in the senate and some lime has been devoted to the permanent census bill. The former, and possibly the latter, will probably be disposed ol this week. The president is again at the White Houte and ia completing bis verdict in the Schley case which will probably be made public soon. A vigorout effort is being made in the house of representative! to secure the passage of a bill providing for a depart ment of mines and mining and Kepre sentative S. D. Woods, of California, the utbor of the bill, ia leaving no stone unturned to secure that end. The measure providing for the establishment of a department of commerce and labor seems likely to pass the present session and makes Mr. Woods all the more cer tain that he can secure the present passage of his bill. Speaking on th subject today he said, "There is every reason why the government should recogniie the importance of this In dustry by establishing a department to represent it with a cabinet officer at its bead. The mining interests of the ountry produced wealth in lh9 to the siuoant of $'J76,UQO,000. Is that not reason enough in itself why (here should be a department to represent these gigantic interests? Again there are buhdredt of thousands of men employed in the mines of the country. Their interests should be safeguarded as only department of the government can guard them. We have a department of agricultute to watch over and pro tect the interests of Ihe farmers, to in vestigate improved methods, to deter mine what are worthy of adoption and what are not, and so save the farmers themselves millions of dollars. Ibis department further investigates foreign markets. Why should not the mining interests have all these helps and safe guards? Tbey deserve them. They contribute millions to the wealth of the country and they deserve recognition and the greatest possible protection that the government can afford them. The addition of an immense area ol new territory in the Philippines, Porto Rico, etc , all ol it doubtless rich In mineral wealth, is so added reason lor the es tablishment ol such a department." Because of the apparently widely entertained opinion that the oleomar garine bill reported by the minority of the bouse committee on; agriculture and championed by Representative Wads- worth, waa inimical to the dairy in terests, I called on the latter yesterday and requested him to explain the situa tion from his standpoint. "My position," said Mr. Wadtworth, "is that the minority bill would have proved more efficacious in Ihe preven tion of the fraudulent sale of oleomar garine and that it waa an infinitely more just, less inquisitorial and less per nicious form of legislation. The minority bill would have accomplished every purpose and would have been free from the legitimate criticism which will be applied to tbe majority measure" 'I am a butter maker myself," con tinued Mr. Wadtworth, "and part owner in two creameries and my constituents are largely dairymen but I have no fear of going before them on this issue and, hsn tbey understand tbe provisions of the two billt I am confident that they will approve of my course. enough water to make op for evapora tion, or until the boiled material makes one gallon ; then use i4 pints of tbia to each 50 gallons of water, to wbich has been added six pounds of fresh slacked lime. East Side Herald. Grexnd Scenery of Shasta Route. In toing over the famous "Shasta Route" of the Southern Pacific Co. the traveler ever finds something new to excite his admiration and interest' Starting at Portland, oue traverses the whole length of the Willamette Valley, the gem of the Northwest. Mt. Hood, Mt. Jefferson, and the Three Sisters and other snow-capped peak are kept in sight for bourt. The beautiful valleys ol the Umpqua and Rogue Rivers, with their orchards of prunes, peaches, apples, and othsr fruits are a delight in them selves. The crossing of the great mount ain barrier between Oregon and Calif ornia reveala the grandest mountain sce nery in the United States. The wonderful turnings, twistings, and doublings of the railroad bring into view a grand array of towering mountains and profound gorges into wbich we gaxe fioin diir.y heights, forest clad mountain slopes stretching up to the line of perpetual snow, and the foaming mountain streams dashing fiercely down deep canyons, now and then stopping for a short rest in tome quiet pool. After a day's enjoyment of old Mt, Shasta, the finest peak on the continent, we drop rapidly down the canyon of Ihe Sacramento to the broad plsias of the Sacramento Valley In Cal ifornia, and thence through vineyards and orchards to San Francisco. For maps and descriptive literature address K. B. Mii.lkr, a. P. A., S. I Co., Portland, Oregon. Bucklen's Arnica Salvo. The best and most famous compound in the world to conquer aches and kill pains. Cures Cuts, heals Burns and Bruises, subdues Inflammation, masters Piles. Millions of Boxes sold yearly. Works wonders in Boils, Ulcers, Felons, Skin Eruptions. It cuies or no pay. 25c. at Dr. Kremer's. Boer War of Future. Cape Town The reports that the war ia over prove to be premature. Lord Kitchener regrets to announce that a one armed Boer mounted on a three-legged ox, attacked a British column near Bloemfontein yesterday, and after inflicting severe lots fell back to the mountains. More troops are to be asked for front England, and every preparation made for an aggressive campaign. London Ths official report that there is still a Boer alive, hai cast a gloom over tbe capitol. The gravest fears are entertained for the empire. Life. Millions rut to Werk. The wonderful activity of the new century ia shown by an enormous de mand for the world's best workers Dr. King's New Life Pills. For Con stipation, Sick Headache, Biliousness, or any treuble of Stomach, Liver or Kidneys they're unrivaled. Only 25c. at Dr. Kremer's drug store. Homes Furnished Complete ECOIV03riO HOUSEWIFE YOU Will find us bettor prepared than ever to supply your housefurnishing needs. White Queenawv.ro. . Plates, 7 V in. per tet " 8,4 " " " ni" II II II TS 10 " " " Fruit Saucers. 4 W ia. per set...... Oat Meal Dishes, US, 1). - i-1 - 1 1 : l. nl7.nl I. 1 1 VgBIKUIV AIB1IVS, V7aU1 u- UVOtl. " " 9 in., round Meat Platters, 12.x6 in I4xlu4 in 15X11 .80c ,40c .46c .50c ,.25c ,.35c ..15c .15c .15c ,.20c ..30c Tea Cups and Saucers, fancy shape with Handles 60c OCOBOCO-Try it on your Llnoleomt a durable, hard drying, elastic Varnish, dries over night 3VC New Goods This Week Ladies' Desks, Japanese Screens, Boss Washing machines, Rug Fasteners (they hold your rug to the floor and keep it stretched), New Oil Cloths and Linoleums, House Lining, Wall Paper. The New Carpets have arrived. Go-Carts and Baby Carriages for igoa all new all on. the way. Smtth'e Spray Formula.. Hon. E. L. Smith, of Hood Kiver, has given to the fruit growers of the countiy bis formula for a spray which lie says bit long experience in apple growing teaches him is the most effective pro tection to orchards against pests. It is herewith given. Mr. Smith ' opinions on all subjects connected with our fruit culture are worthy of acceptance, for he is in tint, as in all other relations to public in terests, as well as private life, au In telligent, persevering, worthy man. His is not alone a theoretical experience for be has labuied with his hands in his orchards for many years, demonstrating with high degree of intelligence tbe many different methods of treatment of orchards, young and old, involving such questions as preparation of the soil, planting, cnltivation, pruning, spraying, etc., until his knowledge is practical in ths most literal sense, and this is why his opinions have, and should have, great weight with those who are inter ested in tbe production of fruit, especial ly apples, either as producers themselves or as citizens of Oregon, In maintaining the hitih standard of merit the Oregon applet have attained. The efforts of such men are invaluable in the development of our state, and will be inseparable from its future history. The formula: White arsenic, one pound; ealsoda, two pounds; bell for 15 minutes, or nntil the liuuid becomes clear; add Council Proceedings. The City County hold their reRU- hir ineentlnir hint Thursday eve ning nt tho City Hull, all present except Councilman H. L. Lowls. Tho first order of business was tho raiding of a petition from Joseph Moss and others to grnde Oth street, which was referred to strout committee. Tho next potitlon was from prop erty owners to open up II and Moss street, and to put In a bridge at tho Intersection of Gilbert creek Tills was also refered to street com mittee The noxt matter taken up was tho matter of a pest houso. Mrs. Trlmblo who has a house In the enst part of the City In the doad line, nindo a proposition to the City. Mayor Kremor appointed Councilman Williams to examine and report at next mooting regard ing the proporty offered by Mrs, Trimblo. City attorney was Instructed to draft an ordinance to straighten street at the I unction of L and HurtresH Htrnut mid oxclinniro of Are you satisfled wltb tbe piesent property with Henry Huyslnck to city government? straiL'hton same. Hurrah for Oreeon I Senator' Mitchell Hills allowed: has introduced a bill in congress where- II. O. McCuIloch, $G; Thoo. Molt, by women will be granted the right ol l.fiO: Cramer llros.. 42: H. P. I). A tbe ballot. Justwhat influence women a Stove txnd R.e.ng'es). Full Line Bottom Prices. 2 Quart tin Coffee Pota Granite Coffee Pots Full site Lanterns No. 9 Copper Boilers, 11 ox. Copper and Zinc lined Tin Water Fails Fancy shape Agate ware Tea regular price 11.75, to close. . Wringers .....lOo 46c 25c solid ...12 89 18o Pots, 85c ...U 50 Laos Curtains Mattresses Cots Linoleums Mattings Mirrors Picture Mouldings (Irani teware Tinware Glassware ' Agateware . Lsiups . Cutlery Wooden ware TJU.C.TX.HI. Column "i (Articles for this column are con tributed by the Women's Lbrlstlan Tempeiance Union.) ' Have you registered? MOTHERHOOD The greatest ambition of Amer ican men and women Is to Imvc homes blessed with children. Tho woman afflicted with female dis ease Is constantly nienvnd with becoming a childless wife. Nu medlcino enn restore dead or gans, but Wine of Gird ill does regulate derangements that pre vent conception j does prevent mlseBrriime j does msturo wenk functions and shatU;red nerves and does bring babies to homes barren and desolnlu for years. Wine of Cardui give women tho health and strength to bear heal thy children. You cun p'.t a dollur bottle of Vino of Cardui from your dealer. VlNEorCAnDUI 111 MarkfltfctretAt, M.mphm, Trim., April 14, In Fchniavrv. lWil, I Wk one botilvof Wins of Cftniui Had on Mrkare of Thdford' IUok-!rUfht. I ha4 married fifteen rear and had nvr fflYan birth to a child until I took WI-, of Cardui. K'w I am mother of aflna haty girl whlob waa born March II, Tba baty waiRbg fourteen pouo!a and I iti mm wm a miy paraun oouio 1. Now my home la happf and I nevar will it ;aroui in my I Mra. J. W. C. SMITH. ba wluioul Win of fttfaia. Tw advta and hu-nuu. ivVlrxa, gtrlaji atrntptatl, Tits) fjtyllwfl' Arlrl.jrjrf Inrt- til , 7n LhaUltuwuaa MwivyuisC CvttiLau itjif. Co., 4 bills for lumber for streets, lil.BO. The mutter of sewer delinquents as next tliscussetl, Judiro Axtell peared for J. K. Pluney, who ro fused to pay as he felt ho was un- ustly asriensed. Tho Mayor re trred It to tho lire und witter com ittee to look Into. W. T. (,'oburn appeared before Council for himself and his partner Mr. Crowe, Htutliitf that they In tended to niuko alterations In their luce of business and would have suspend business for six or sovon weeks. They wanted the council to extend their license for hu time they were out of business, hlch the council agreed to do. A new ordinance for collecting ity poll tax and providing punish ment for same was read three times nil passed. Ah ordinance was then read to vacate a portion of the alley In lock 10 Opera House block. Af ter the reading Councilman Smith resented a petition protesting against the vacation of said alley No action was taken. An ordinance regulating chini neys was read tho second time, An ordimtneo establishing grades for sewers und laterals was read the second time. An Ordinance For tho organize tlon of u lire department under the control of the City of Grants Pass was reud first and second timo. This ordinance makes provisions for a chief engineer and assistant to be appointed by the Council, tho chief engineer to receive an annual salary. Before passing this ordi nanco to third rending, It was con tiered wlso to have a special com uilttce of council appointed and advise with flro boys. Tho com mltteo ntiiMiiiicil by the Mayor was Williams, Hough and Harmon Other business being over the Mayor placed In nomination for Itucnrder duo. V, Furnutn the vote by ballot was as follows: two In favor of, .1 against and two blank ballots. No further nominations were made. Next the mayor requested tho council to prepare ballots as to who they desired as chairman In absence of the mayor. Five ballots wero taken before any choice was mani fested, all the council recelvihg complimentary votes. On the sixth ballot Councilman Williams re ceived four and Harmon three votes. Mr. Williams was declared by the mayor elected as chairman There was considerable discus sion as to making an ordinance as to stock and holxis and the city at torney was finally asked to draw them, to rid the city of these two nuisances. Tho council then adjourned. votes would have on the temperance question, remains to be seen, lute much la certain the saloon element will use its power against the measure. Which side are you on, the women's side or tbe taloon't sideT Are you a member of the local y. C. T. U.T1I not, why not? The require ments are that you sign the pledge and pay 11.00 a year, duea. We need both workers aud means. Po not stand Dact because you cannot attend' every meet ing, very few can, but join 'In with nt aud do what you can. Hdnia stand aloof and exolaim that tbe W. 0. T. U. is doing nothing, when In truth a con siderable is being done. Much more could be accomplished, however, if the faultfinders would put their shoulder to the wheel and bear their tbare of tbe burden, At we meet and touch each day, Tbe many travelers on our way, Let eery such brief contact be A glorious, helpful ministry; The contact of the toil and seed, Each giving to the other's need, Each helping on the other's best, And blessing each as well as blert. J. It. Miller. All believers of mercy to animals should rejoice In president Roosevelt's determination to secure a pair of car riage horses with long tails. Many beautiful borses have been subjected to the President's inspection, but as all have tails more or leaa "docked," they have been firmly rejected. Taia is one of the many tokens ol our chief magis trate's Christian manliness. , A Quaker's Temperance Lecture. Heveral persons, among them a Quak er, were crossing the Alleghany moun tains in a stsge. A lively discussion arose on the sub- left of temperance and tbe liquor buslneia, and those engaged In II were severely bsndled. One of the company remained silent. After enduring it as long at ha could he said : "Gentlemen, I want you to understand that I am a liquor dealer. I keep a public boose, but I would have yon to know that I bare a license, and keep a decent house. I don't keep loafers and loungers about my place, and when a man hat enough be can get no mere at my bar. I sell to decent people, and do a respectable holiness." tie thought be bad put a quietus oa the subject, and that no answer could be given. Not to. The Quaker said : "Friend, that is the most damnable part of thy business. If thee would tell to drunkards and loalera, thee would help to kill off the race, and society would be rid of them. But thee taket the young, tbe poor, the innocent and tbe unsuspecting, making drunkards and loafers of tbem. When their char acter and money are al) gone, thee kickt tbem oat, and tarns them over to other shops to finish them off; and thee en snares othsrs and sends them on the same road to rain." Unlucky 13. Unlucky 13 is lucky at the Coubjm office this month for a tplsndid fountain pen goes with each 13lh subscription receipt written for fl or more. Not only that but subscription! will be re ceived at tbe rate ol (1 if paid in ad vance. All arrears must be paid at re gular rate. Let as write your receipt today. $1 pays for one year, 3 payt lor two years. The New Citizen, The Constitution of tbe United States of America hat put a new meaning into the word citizenship. The present prominence of our nation among the nations ol the world aad its new fields ol usefulness and power have given to American citizenship a fresh inspiration toward true living and great accomplishment. The high sentiments of our Chief Eiecutive In his address, "The New Citizen," printed In The Yon th' Com panion, are fittingly published in the Washington's birthday Numbsr. George Washington, by bis pare life and wise conservatism and ambition for the new country, fairly won his title of Father ol his Country. Theodore Roose velt, the best exponent of oar twentieth century activity, has equally high ideals for tbe nation ; and in th it address and ia bis life be lays particular itrest oa the individual, his stewardship, his usefulness In borne and publio life. Washington aud Lincoln led our nation over its most difficult paths. It has been left In recent years for such msn as Theodore Roosevelt to embody tbe highest ideals of private and publio citizenship. HI Light Biscuit Delicious Cake Dainty Pastries Fine Paddings Flaky Csts