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ROGUE RIVER COURIER. GRANTS PASS, OREGON. NOVEMBER 30. 190fc. Heavy Shoes 1U1 Hard Service We have just received another shipment of Men's High Cut Shoes. The stock is complete and we are able to give you anything in the line of HEAVY SHOES. Miners know the Strong & Garfield Shoe to be the best Water Proof shoe made. Other makes from $4.00 to $6.50. R. L. HOWARD BUILDING ROGUE RIVER COURIER - GRANTS PA88, OREGON. COUNTY OFFICIAL PAPER. Published Evary Friday. Subscription Rataai One Year, In advance, Biz Month, Three Monthi, Single Copies, II. 80 .76 .40 .05 Advertising Rates Furnished on application at the office, or oy mm. Umluarles and resolutions of con dolence will be charged for at 60 per line; card of thanks fiOo. A. E. VOORHIES, Propb. Entered at the post office at Grants Pssa, Oregon, at aecond-clatia mail matter. FRIDAY. NOVEMBER 80. I90A. A SHORT COURSE IN AGRICULTURE Agricultural College Will Give Farmers Benefit of Dai rying Experience. The Oregon Agricultural make announcement of the short coarse in agricaltore oollege special of two weeks, January 8 to 18, 1007, and dairying, sis weers, January 8 to February IS, 1907, to be held at Cor vail I a, iu the following language! "To give Oregon farmers who are unable to pursue four year course In the Agricultural college, a share in the advantages of higher education, the oollege has for ninny years con ducted Farmers' Institutes in varioos parts of the state. Bnt the institute. while It has its place, lias developed another movement of perhaps greater importance, that of holding a more extended Institute, known as the Short course. In Agriculture, Horticulture and Dairying. "The main conception of such schools is that they are places where people from the fiirm and orchard practical formers and fruit growers can uiidnrstuiidiugly study the ap plication of some of the fundamental laws of their occupation, lu an nouncing the Short Course we feel that we can imike it thoroughly practical for any Intelligent agricul turist and liortlotiltorint, and that wo ran niiiko scientific agriculture aud horticulture lioth educatiomil and umful. Such a con me covers a fluid which on account of luck of time and apparatus for illustration cannot be undertnkeu iu the regnlar Fanners' iutsltutes. "The course consists of a series of populur lectures along linen suited to aid hoitieult'irisls, daily nmn and others engaged 111 agricultural pnr suitH in developingg the great natural resources of our state. The lectures are all supplemented by lubratory work nuder the superviHion of experts who strive to imike the four He thoroughly practical by adapting the work so fur as possible to the needs of each indi vidual. The primary study is of things rather than book, and there is always kept in mind the practical side of the matter under discussion. "There will be no cduciitioiial test. No special preparation necessary as the instruction will bo given by lectures and practical work. It is the aim of this course to give to the student the largest possible a mount of practical information regarding the scleuce of agriculture. " COMING EVENTS. December 8, Monday Grants lVi city election. -"Sf..-: : Deo. 11-12 -State Dairy AMioiat 1011 , meeting 111 Aib land. Deo. 13 Dairy and iu I i rants 1'ass. tine stock meeting 1 Dec 81, Moudav Forester's Mask 1 Bull at the opera bouse. GARFIELD fx m& No other boot has as many water proof yuaimes. Ifj-in. $8.00. 14-in. $9.00. BARTLETT SIXTH STREET MAIL CLERK AMBROSE SUES S. P. FOR $30,000 Damage Suit Crows Out of the Wreck of Leet Year in the S. P. Yards The damage suit of N. A. Ambrose, the mall clerk, against the S. P. Com pany, which was called in the cironit ooorc at Jacksonville last week, grew out of an accident whioh oocrored in the railroad yards at Grants Pass about a year ago when the northbound passenger train No. 10 dashed into a freight train which was switching in the yards at this place, Ambrose wai at his post of doty in the mail oar and reoeived injuries wbioh prac tically disabled him from further service, it is alleged in bis oomplaint, and be asked for damages in the sum of $30,000. Tbe defendant company acknowledged a claim against it in the matter, but not to the amount aked by the plaintiff. J. A. Jeff rey, formerly of Jackson county, is the attorney for Ambrose, while the S, P. Company is represented by its regnlar counsel, Hon. W. D. Fentoa of Portland. ORDERS CAR LOAD OF SEED WALNUTS Nut Industry Having bl Wonder. ful Growth In Oregon Many Orchards Planted Manager MoGill, of the Orogon Nursery Company, at Salem, has ar ranged with the Southern Paoifio for car of walnuts .to be brought into the state from California for seeding purposes Small lots have been con tracted for in tbe past from tbe Bear state, and others have been received from France and Englaud. This Is the first . instance recorded that a full car has been ordered. The walnut industry is said to have growu wonderfully in Oregon. At Dundee, Thomas Prince has 17 acres under cultivation and the second crop was picked this year. He has set out a number of s mall trees on a 200-aore truot which is now bearing prunes. When the walnut trees are matured he proposes to grub out the prunes Another orchard is maintained 011 the Lndd farm, near North Yamhill, and a third at Gaston, by F. K. Newell. Why Thunder Sours Milk. To many persons tbe curdling of milk lu a thuudc rstorui Is a mysterious and unintelligible phenomenon. Yet tbe whole prjeess reallv is simple and natural. Milk, like most other sub stances, contains millions of bacteria. Tbe milk bicteria that iu a day or two, under natural conditions, would cause the fluid to sour are peculiarly susceptible to electricity. Electricity' inspirits and invigorates them, affect-! lug them as alcohol, cocaine or strong ' tea HtTects men. Under the current's ' influence they fall to work with ; amazing energy and instead of taking i a couple of days to sour the milk they ' accomplish the tak completely in half an hour. It is not the thunder iu a I storm that sours milk; it is the elec- i trinity In the air that does it. With an electric battery this is easy on the same principle to sour the freshest milk. A strong curreut excites the tuierobos to supirmierobe exertions, aud iu a few minutes they do a job that under ordinary condiii ns would take them a couple of days. New Orleans Times-Democrat. Value of Concrete SldeTTalka. The hnrouch surveyor of Yarmouth. ' England, reported ottU-hilly that there ' were seventy miles of concrete side-' walks In tbe town, some of whlcb had ! been mmte lu IStSy nml presented no signs of w earlug. TOWN'S LIVE LEAGUE EXCELLENT WORK OF ENTERPRISING WOMEN IN CRANFORD, N. J. Eresorea Transformed, Streets and Scboola Improved and Waate Places Redeemed by Village ImproTe nent Aaaoclutlon Twelve Vfari Old. With a silver gray stream winding Its tortuous way through the village and an abundance of trees, it Is plain even to the casual observer that Crnn ford. X. J., was destined by the Cre ator to be a beautiful place. But lu the beginning, some twelve years ago. Its citizens were not content to let the mutter rest there. They wished to help make it a beautiful place to live In. It was about this time that the Im provement league of this pretty tawn was organized, and the fact of Its be ing a prettier town today is the result largely of the league's work. The work of the first year was to ward beautifying the spot on which the building of tbe town newspaper now stands, and when this was done a barren space, where storekeepers burned their rubbish and boys played ball to the imminent danger of the passerby, was wiped out of existence. An ordinance obtained by the Village Improvement league prohibited both these evils and abolished tbe gathering of tbe clans ou the corner opposite tbe station. In tbe former days, when any one wished to build or repair the dock, the river was let out to enable him to do so, thus luconvenleuclug every one else and running the risk of spreading dis ease in hot weather. Many complaluts from the Improvement league resulted In uu uKreemcui 10 lei mil me river only on request of three and then Jot only one day. Those necessary im provements were followed by a generul clearing of the streets of litter and ash heaps. During this the first year tbe society became regulurly Incorporated. The secoud year of tbe work of this organization was marked by an at tempt at street sprinkling. This was successful In every way except finan cially. Entertainments were given to raise funds for a sprinkling cart and horses; but alas, at tbe end of one sea son It was necessary to dispose of one of the horses lu order to straighten up accounts. Nothing daunted, however, tbe members of this organization DUt tho nrhoe hnNA In ir. uwl l. ua IT wr a I He wai employed to drag a snow plow around towu early In tbe day so as to clear paths to school, station and stores. The organization then turned Its at tention to the . betterment of the scboels. A committee elected for tbli purpose on Inspecting the one frame school building on Holly street found It In a forlorn condition unclean, over crowded. Insanitary and dangerous. A fire or panic would have- resulted In much loss of life. Tbe building, whlcb bad been originally put up to accom modate fifty pupils, bad been added U In every direction. One stairway bad been closed to make room -for anotbet classroom, und thus tbe pupils were more numerous and the means of exit lessened. The light was bad and the beating so Impossible that on cold days the school was dismissed. Circu lars were sent out, tho opera house hired and speakers engaged to tell tbe citizens of tbe bad conditions. Finally a towu meeting was culled to decide upon the question of a new school. A controversy that arose between two sections of tbe town as to the location of the new building resulted hi tbe erection of two Instead of one new eclu.l. Ahrit the sixth year the study o: hmi.-'i.i'd economies wns t;iki;i u; Tl'.: 1 .'.;l!:inthi p!c work has been dear e t of nil t t!i. l:i;!ubcr of tV as;n chit'on. A:i appeal has m-wv 1 vo.i ! fused, whether t tirpp'y f'.i-n!r!:i::::; mu! f 1 id 1' ; t Tn fivdi r.ir c.i : p. artiti rial liinhs f r mif.n-ttmaten. f.v.il fu tile hungry, clothes f r the newly irj : me;licl 10 mil nniil i-i fir fie sV.;. I. l!'t'- a n.-w c.nuinl't - was f ;:::. 1. ' 11 new fitiid of over R.".:t!) was f.vil t provide ire In-avt 'I treat!--:: (: t'.i Sleli I H! of th t vva. 'Hi.' I -t t ye-n of lt existence t'.: ; or;: m:. ; ,1 has b.vti irl;':rr fir t!u p-iss : the pi-re f .id bill aval H I ;t we tl ei t r.ivil l::ilj. s'v. t Wai'.! t':.- i:i! ;i 1 T!' '' -1 t!-.v.-g'.'.! 1 1 - - le.-iU'--.; I-, lui: v;l I, el' I -r :i of Craa? -1 1 1 : i-f (V ; 1.1 : ' ):!; ; h-arte. Wlie.i t': ho t The vil! the iv.-tti; ppivenoi-t came lnt, eVstouo - t' s:---s ' tnkenipt. tie- .. - pi res o ve hv i J th- eve rii.l tii (:;.-! tlu :-;-l. but ntisl.rlitly ash h-ipt. Tr:i.V -.i;:e j by lick of exai-.'iil.' vor. vo::t f j sweep Into the strvu tV '-i ;e c their store-. The i.iv-;t:o:i of ii:s;mii of nshes and girbap.v If discussed r.i ; nil, still remained ir.:s !vcd rait. I t'v reorganization of this s x-lety. T .';. v an excellent system of ash and rofu -collection bus been established upja u : self sustaining basis. Many w,-.u ! places have been redeemed. Flowe j beds have taken tho place of ash heaps ; and tin cau collects. No longer do tho weepings of the stores lie lu offensive j publicity on the main street. Boxes I have been placed at convenient places j for the reception of refuse, tbe drink ing fountain Unproved and the railway i station Improved and painted and no longer a rendezvous for the disorder ly youth of the town. This during the twelve years of Its existence Is the work of the Village Improvement league, and at the close lie. It said the members of this are women. Fine commercial Courier office. printing at the MARRIED. HARVEY MORRIS At the Court House. November 28, 1906, John S. Harvey and Sarah L. Morris, Stephen Jewel! officiating. FLEMISG-DAVIS-In this city, Thurslay, November, 29 1906, by County Judge Stephen Jewell, Joseph A. Fleming aud Miss Belle Davis. DIED. LATHROP At the family home, thres miles west of Grants Pass on Monday, November 26, C. M. Lath rop, aged 8S years. The funeral was held Tuesday with interment in the Odd Fellows ceme tery, the services being under the auspices of the Modern Woodmen of which the deceased had been a mem ber, Rev. Clark Bower officiating. Mr. Lathrop died from injuries be re ceived last week while blasting stamps on bis farm. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn the loss'of a kind husband and devoted father. Though a resident of this county bat a few months, lie moving here from California, he made many warm friends who sincerely regret his death Inspector Continues to "Coal oil" Fruit. One of the most important decisions to fruit growers that has been handed down by the courts, is that of Judge Frater in the circuit court of Multno mah county Monday of last week. J. H. Broetje, a Multnomah fruit grower, had been selling wormy and diseased fruit, and has been repeatedly warned to desist, bnt paid no atten- tio -nd Fpnli, Tnsnw,tnr Richard Deich finally began a systematic "Coal-oiling" of bis fruit. Mr. Broetje brought a suit against the in ipeotor in an attempt to have him enjoined from doping the apples. The judge decided that the inspector was thoroughly within his rights, that the law was constitutional and that it was tbe duty of the inspector to prevent the ale of diseased fruits. Jesse James Coming. Tbe greatest of all sensational melodramas "Jesse James," will be the attraction at tbe Opera House on j Dezt Saturday night only. The play is written around the life of Jesse James, the Missouri outlaw and everyone knows that to follow the story of his life wonld mean a great many thrilling adventures and es capades. Tbe scennio effects are said to be nothing short of marvelous, a train dashing across tbe stage at fall speed being one of tbe features. The compauy is said to be large and well balanced numbering 14 aoting people. 11-30 It . CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank the many friends who so kindly remembered Jua daring oar recent bereavement, In tbe death of our loved one. MRS. O. L. LATHROP AND SONS MR. AND MRS. CHAS. LATHROP. CLASSIFIED ADS. FOR SALE. PUPS Eight high COLLIE PUPS Eight high grade, rough hair. Scotch Collie pups for sale at f3 and $5. Inquire of Clias. Newman, corner H and 9th Streets. 1 11-30 2 1 CHICKENS-Parties desiring choice cnicuens rnr Sunday diuuer or special occasions cau secure same j from John Summers, North Sixth Street 11 23 tf TYPEWRITER Visible writing ma chine for III) at the Music Store. ! All kinds of typewriter ribbons and 1 supplies. I FOR SALE By E. Steele at 2d ware ' house west cold storage plant j Sugar Pine Shakes, Plymouth Rock ' Cockerels, Fruit, Vegetables, all kiui'g, fresh ocean fish, crabs, shrimp", clams, oysters by the pint, j quart and salloR, also in cans. Cash paid for fruit and produce. E. Steele. 11-2 tf FOR RENT. 1 j FURNISHED ROOMS - Enquire at 1 t'-e Courier orlice 11-16 4t ROOMS Three nice, light and airy rooms for housekeeping, furnished, for rent, price reasonable, address P. O. Box 553. 11-23 tf WANTED. WANTED Grain Sacks, Tools and ', other second-hand goods. Harriso.-i Bros., Second baud-store, corner Sixth aud J streets. ' 3-9 tf ; C. L. ihOEL of Odessa wants loggers and timber cutters to deliver 2,0XK 000 feet of logs to mill by contract before snow flies; short haul, level 1 roads, one 4-horse team, two trucks, i chaius, etc. furnished. Also left j hand 8-gang edger wanted. Write 1 or call at null Odessa, Ore. 8 3 tf HELP WANTED. 1 WANTED Salesn-cn. Many Make 100 to iloO per mouth ; some even 1 more Stock clean ; grows ou Reser- ' vation, far from old orchards. Cash ' advanced weeklv. Choice of terri tory. Address Washintgon Nursery , Company, Toppenish, Washington, i -as tf ; MISCELLANEOUS. j CARRIAGE WORK-For first-class wagon and carriage, work go to ' J. M. Xewniau, Sixth street. 11-16 tf XMAS PHOTOS-best iu town. 23 per cent off, made at Branch Art Gal-, lery, back of First National Bank. I 11-16 tf , KEEP Rubber Goods Oil Clothing We have our usual complete supply of Rubber Foot-wear, Gold Seal Boots in Rubber and Leather soles. Woonsocket Boots Rubber and Leather soled, also the cheaper grades in all sizes and lengths, Rub ber Coats and all kinds of Oil Cloth ing. If you are going to be in Ore gon this winter don't fail to call and see our line. The most complete. Prices that are Right. P. H Harth & Son. Inc. Exclusive Men's and Boys' Outfitters. If you are going to be in the mud try a pair of our Ottowas. MISCELLANEOUS. FASHIONABLE Dressmaking and Ladies - Iailoring at reasonable prices, D street, 4th from bridge 00 right side. 11-2 4t GOATS F. A. Pierce, Merlin, Ore-, Breeder of Pare blood Angora Goats; Flock headed by South African import; correspondence solicited in regard to goats. 11-26 tf DRESSMAING Mrs. .T. C. Clark, established in San Francisco until tbe disaster, is now located at 114 E street, near Second. Dressmaking and Ladies Tailoring a a specialty. M. O. Dowell system taught. 11-16 4t FASHIONABLE tailoring, Mrs. street. dresKmaking and T. O. Horr, 107 C 914 tf FRANK BURNETT Upholstering, mission furniture made to order. SUMMONS. Iu the Circuit Court of tbe State of Oregon, for Joseph iue Couuty. Walter Tallmadge, plaintiff, vs. Maud Tallmadge, defendant. To Maud Tallmadge the defendant above named : In the name of the State of Oregon, yon are hereby required to appear and answer tbe complaint filed in the above ent.tled snit within six weeks from the 30tb diiy of November, 1906, and if you fail so to answer, tbe plaiu'.iff will applv to tbe Court for the relief demanded in his complaint, to-wit: for a decree dissolving and annulling tbe bonds of uiatriiuouv now existing between the plaintiff and defendant, and for such other and further relief as to the Court may seem equitablfc. This summons is published by virtue of an order made by Hon. Stephen Jewell, County Judge of Josephine County, Oregon, and dated November 9, isiutt. OLIVER S. BROWN, Attorney for Plaintiff. 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