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0 GRANTS PASS. JOSEPHINE COUNTY, OREGON, FRIDAY. OCTOBER 2, 1908. No. 27 VOL. XXIV. '4 i 1 FARMERS JOIN IN IRRIGATION IRK An Enthusiastic Meeting Held Monday. GOOD MEN ON COMMITTEES Strong Effort to be Mevde to Se urb n Irrigation Svs Irm Next Year. The Irrigation Convention called last week to mret in the hall of the Commercial Club for the purpose of in teresting the farmers gaining and their support In the movement to secure water for the lands adjoining Grants Pass on both sides of Rogue River, met Mondaj afternoon, and had there Uen larger attendance, the con tention would bare been compelled to adjourn to more commodious quarters for every seat was oocopied ani fifty or more persons were ooliged to find standing room in the rear of the hall and along the isles. The convention was called to order promptly at 2 o'clock by Col. O. G. Coutant, Chairman of the irrigation Onimitee of the Commercial Clob. and R, Thomas was elected to preside over the convention. Colonel Contant then stated that the object of the meeting was to request te farmers to elect six of their number as a com mittee to act :wlth a like committee frnm the club in securing irrigation for the valley as matters had come to a point where help was needed worn tne men who own the soil.of the ,val jey, and continuing he said: We fully realise that ;the day ;will come after irrigation is secured, when tl. farmers will be recognised fur all th lnattnv riftonle in this section of coontry and today the mem berslof the Commercial Club are here, uot only to compliment you in the in terest you have taken in irrigation, but to enoouarge you in the work; we believe that this time yon are going to succeed, and when the happy and proud day comes when the waters of Rogue River will trickle down the hill sides, mixlug with the sands of the plains and the sunshine cf the valley, there is no qot stion as to the reputation the Rogue River valley will have for its apple, pears, peaches and other fruits, and theu you will all be prood that yon were here today to hln mcHi i a. not only the first steps in irrigation, but the first covention ver held in this city regarding local irriuation." f .T A iidurunn was called for and ... uTr.oo.lllIulV lU teH'St HIS lalk ft" v - mingling mirth with fa.ta. earning his heaters to be rouvulsed with and Its adoption by the state of Ore gon, told of the wonders accomplished by applying water to the lands in Washington, 'Wyoming, Colorado and other statts, of the great projects un dertaken by the National Reclamation '. Service, especially the Gunnison River j scheme where the tunnel is entirely lined with concrete and goes six miles through the mountain to bring the water to the land, and of other places where concrete conduits have been built a distance of from fifty to sixty miles, where land had to be flooded aud drained again and ngaio to rid the soil of alkali before a crop could be produced, making laud which under ordinary circumstances was not worth paying taxes on bring a return of from 1500 to 1 1000 per acre. After telling what bad been done in other sections Mr. Anderson discussed the local conditions, saylnng that we have the water and the land and a climate that cannot be surpafsed, that the minute the first shot is put in to bring the water the land will in crease in value at a rate to more than pay for the money expended, but that the trouble seemed to be the water Is too handy, as it runs right through us to the sea, whereas if we had to build a six mile tunnel to bring It through the cascades or tbe Siskiyous we onld fall all over ourselves trying to get at it. Mr. Bateham moved that a commit tee of three be appointed to nominate x farmers to serve with the commit tee of the Commercial Club, and the chair appointed Judge Jewell, H. C. Bateham and H. O. Kinney, and while they were making op a ticket J. G. Riggs. soeretary of the Irriga tion Committee of the Commercial Clob was oalled upon to give what in formation be had been able to gather during his trip to Portland last week as to the probability of securing gov ernment assistance in the way of en gineers, etc lie stated that he bad bad an interview with Mr. Heoey. ohlef of the Reclamation Servloe. and with Mr. Hopson, his assistant and had been informed by both cf those gentlemen that there was no way bv wTilch government engin ers could be sent to examine private enterprises for the reason that it was against the policy of the governmen to enter into competition with private enterprize, bnt in reply to inquiries said that the only way to get irrigation stama down here was for the people to get together and form an association, theu raise the necessary money to hire a competent engineer and that when the people here are ready for an enigneer he woold be glad to recommend a competeut aud trjist worthy man. ; Mr. Riggs stated that he had also had an interview with Mr. Stover of the U. S. Agricultural Department who has charge if irrigation aud dainage experiments !in Oregon and that Iih had told him tbe BJme things as the other two but had finally vol unteered to come down and go over the ground personally about October !0th, make a thorough examination .n.l ri-imit and render any other as signee in his power. On motion of R. L. Coe a formal invitariou was extended to Mr. Stover Grants Pans, to examine and CIRCUIT COURT NOW IN SESSION Many Criminal and Civil Case on Docktt. GRAND JURY IS IN SESSION Winfield Llttlefield and Mrs. A. lmbler Will Not Be Prosecuted. stock at prioea never before heard of. He is advertising a gigantic ten day sale, commencing Wednesday October 8 at i a. m. on his clean, staple stock of desirable merchandise, and at the ridiculously low prices offered, the en tire stock should easily be disposed of. Retd the advertisement in this issue, noto the prices. Nothing will he re served as the stork must be closed ont at any price. The sale will be tx teusively advertised for miles around in every dirtctlon. A large croi the largest tver gat lit red at a sal is confidently expected and prepara tions are belng made ' to handle, all comera who wish to save money on staple goods. Remember the date, October 8. Remember the place, Fred Gumperts. There is nothing better than Stran sky ware for use in preserving fruit. Try preserving kettle at Cramer Bros. lauirhrer one minute, the next m couui .i.oi, rtni.o when the fructifying 1 to visit r . . .1 ... .. tl,.. .-v.rir.nn irriuatlOU DrO been leu over iiie i r imv admitted jects propose, and 10 newer 1 at mu, tinif to be held lor 1111 waters shall have broad acres. Tbe speaker .L.i u ... - f.-,..,W mi irrisation an I he proceeded to prove that he and a 1 ! purpose. At this juncture .he nom. othersTere just.fied in enthusing over i nating committee rented the follow others were josineu t;OIumltte() of f(lrui,r, it. natiQiing nia uuj. - -- 0 A . t A Mia hH wti.4 m AC thoroughly at home wi.h tbe matter Hamilton. E. E Blaochard . Lion D. in hand. He discussed the Care, Act .Continued on bat page) j YOU 3E I Exclusive At;ent for The Globe Wernicke Co. ELASTIC Book Cases IT LIKE THIS Call and Examine ihem at FL. H. O'NEOLIl Hiiv your case s your books increase in nuniher every time one section is filled, order another. Made in Weathered Quartered Oak and Polished Quartered Golden Oak On Monday last Circuit Court con vened, Jodge H. K. Harms, presiding. The grand jury empaneled, sworn and charged, the principal charge, being to in vestigate the alleged vio lation of the laws prohibiting the sale of liquor. T. Y. Dean was appointed foreman of the grand jnry, the other members being A. F. Eoox, Clair Nickerson. Ed. Bork, O. O. Sawyer. F. E Barrett aud R. A. N. Reymera. O. B. Uoodnow was chosen bailiff. Tbe calender was called, and the following proceedings bad: Case of W. B. Sherman vs. L B. Miller, dismissed. Kinney & Truax vs. A. V. Schmidt. dismissed. W. L. Montgomery vs. E. O. Headle, referred to County Conrt. Iu the case of Ella Walker vs. J. J. Walker, a decree cf divorce was graned. Case of Joseph McUourt & Hugh Mo Court vs. Geo. Lewis, as adm. estate of M. Laoghlin, deceased, defau't en tered. Oeorge R. Riddle, as assignee of the estate uf W. R. Reed, an insolvent debtor filed his final aooount, which was approved by the court, aud a dividend of 2 per cent paid toall cred itor whose claims were allowed. C. 8. "Jackson vs. A. W. Stearns demurrer to complaint overruled. C. S. Jackson vs A W. Stearns, defendant given an order allowing him to inspect certain documents in possession of plaintiff. Rogue River Water Co., vs. City of Grants Pas. Demurrer of plantiiT to answer of defendant which was taken under advisement at tbe Jaly term of court, decided In favor of plaintiff, and defendant given five dins to amend answer. Nellie Hibhs granted a divorce from John 4. Hibbs and given the custody of the three minor children. McCabe-Dnorev Tinning Co., vi. J. P. and J. M. Enbaoks, Returned to jus' ice court for retrial. K. T. McKinstrey vs. H. H. Trip lets Motion, of plaintiff to vacate urder ovei ruled In the case of Jraeih Mc'oort vs. Geo. W. Lewis, as administrator, a decree of foit-closiire of niortane was entered T. K. Anderson was awa'cel a judgment by detanit aagiit the Oie gou Mining Co. lraao C'ustsn vs. W. B. Whtr ple, 1111 otd- r entert d confirming sbriiff's ni-le. U. L. Barlow vs. D. I.. Pmith, onler entered conflrmiiiK sheriff's sale. Mrs. Winnie Kindley was given a decree of divorce against W. D. Find ley. Giand Jury Repor s. On Wednesday tbe Oraud Jiuy made its first r port. The two shooting cases were are fully ooiisineied by ti e grand jurt and in both instances" not atroe bill" wg found. One of tbe cares was annual Mis. I. E. Imbler lor shnotum Mi Ella Wllilams in tbe fa'e with a charge of bird shot, Se t tub r Ctti while tlie latter with seve'al orliers were going through the Bailey vine yaid on the Applegate on the May home from a dance and the other against Winfield Littli field, v lu .hut j his friend Chrlte C'brUtie hilHder hunting near Wonder on fcept'Uim-r 2nd caoslng his death II days lat-r. There were several indictments filed, which will not be made public until tbe persons sgalnst whom ti.ej are brought have been apprehended. The grand jury is still jin semion'and will probably report again during tlie'day. Deputy Ap District Attorney pointed. Distirct Attorney B. F. Mulkey has announced the appiontment of A. C. Hough as deputy district attorney for Grauts Pass, and also the appointmeut of H. D. Norton to assist in the same office. The 'appointment of Mr. Nor ton was made at the request of resi dents of this city having in view the enforcement of the prohibition law. Onr American Stcok and Rabbit Fence Is made f specially for the needs of the Fruit Growers of Southern Oregon as it will torn both rabbits aud stock. 8 Id ouly by Hair-Riddle Hdw. Co. Special One Week 5e.le. The R. L. Coe store will hold a one week fale oommeucing tomorrow, Saturday October 8, aud continuing till the night of October 10th, and during this time will sell everything in the store at the lowest Imaginable prices, a list of which may be seen in the full page advertisement elsewhere in this issue. Men's suits will be marked down to such a price that everjotie can afford a good new suit for this winter, underwear of all kinds will also be sold at way down figures, and all other genta furnlahiugs ac cordingly. Ladles goods, suits, dress goods, cloak, and everything else for the ladies will go at prices advertised. A fine line of blankets will also be included iu this marked down sale, and notions of all kinds. such as laces, ribbons, etc. And don't fomet the alme. Yon will find every kind of shos for meu aud women, bos aud girls, and veti tli baby. MULKEY MAKES GOOD CAMPAIGN SPEECH FOREST FIRES DO I Much Timber and Other Property Burned. November, it Is impossible to mak even a pretense of patrolling property interests, especially where they arc some miles from the residence of the owner. Kraut Cutters at Cramer Bros. EYANS CREEK SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD OCTOBER 27 Hunter Believed to be Reaponai ble for Mafority ol Fire In This Section. The Houaefnrniaher The Republican rHlly bild at the Oiera House was att uded by a falily good crowd Tuesday evening, and District Attnimy li. F. Mulkey de I veted au able d'1p-s on the isuea cf tl e campaign. Mr. Mulkey is an tloquent speaker and went over the history of the Repuhllcaii aud Demo cratic lar'iea from 18R0 to the piesout time, paying pirtunlsr iitt'iitinn to ih" fallacns ot Bryan and his ap parent iiisiiiceritT as indicated by Ins speech' un I wi ltiugs since tie nrsi came into prominence, and closing w ti tbe sciii' veuierits of Taft during his cmni cili n ith the a (ministra tion M -. Mulley was viry biVse aud was obi ged to step without devoting mu h tim in the platforms (if the two parties, but promised to ai-coss inese Htte s st a later flute. ins laia throughout was in erestngand lustruc- ive. President Hale of the Taft & Slier- mao cluo presided ana ueiuie intro ducing the shaker of ibe vveulng give humorous talk on Biyan's ampnigoa from WM to 1U24 at which time be fiunred Bryan would uinke tils last attenuit to get into tbe White House. The Grants PaM orchtstra played c vi ral times during the evening and del modi to tl e eni ynn ut of tbe o-iasion. Going Out of Business. Fred Gumpert, bavlng'oompleted ar rangementa to go to Portland by No vember 1st, is now offering bis'entire Forest tires have been serious during the past season in many parts of the United States. In Minnesota aud Michigan, millions of feet of timber were destroyed, in California many thonsauds of dollars worth of redwood was burned and in other sections for- cat fires devastated large areas dealing death and destruction to all In its path. Oregon has had its share of fires this year and Josephine county probably suffered as much as any other oounty in the state. A oouple of fires gave considerable trouble in the Mur phy section, another in the Frultdal district caused the farmers for radi us of several miles great deal of trouble. The people of Grants Pass have not forgotten the many days aud nights when the hills north of town were a mass of smoke and flame. The real fires of this oounty, however, were on Evans Creek, and are still horning after some eight or nine weeks, and one of these, has traveled a distance of twenty-two miles from two to fonr in miles in width. W.B Sherman spent many weeks on Upper Evans Creek, with a crew of men fighting fires to prevent the dis- tructiou of the large timber luterests of the Grauts Pass Timber Company and he states that at one time he and bis crew had no less than IT separate fires to oontend with hd in order to successfully combat the raging els ments they were obliged to maintain a moving camp, by .means of pack horses. The fin s were kept from greatly dam aging the timber owned by this com pauy but there were other people who did not get off so easily. Mr. Sherman is satisfied tbat all of the fires which burned on Evans Creek and vicinity t ne paat season, with hot one excep tiou, were started by hunters, and not a frw of them deliberately. One fire In particular he says oovering a sec t lun where there was a low pass, or saddle over the mountain was fired in the shape of a horseshoe for a dis tance of several miles, having the pass the only opi ning for the deer to es cape, undoubtedly to be slaughtered by the firebugs, who for the sake of being able to make a big killing had no scruples about setting a fire which could uot help destroying many thous a da of dollars worth of timber and other projierty, besides the probabil ity t f the loss of life. '1 he fire question causes Mr. Hher man to come to the conclusion that the ( ieii season for deer is too long and that it should be shortened to about .10 days and not began until after the extreme dry season has passed. For the period of 80 days most persons can afford to keep a close watch for fires, hut when the honters are going over the country from the middle of Joly to the first of The city ooonctl held an important meeting last eveolng. A 'commisson MJrrLiVO ter for the city iu order that the Im perfections of the preseut .one may be eliminated and many improvements added. The city attorney was Instructed to withdraw the suit which Is now pend ing against the water company, and a special election was ordered to take place on October 7 to vote on the mat ter of purchasing the water works ystem by the city at the price of fU4,000. MANY PLAYS BOOKED FOR COMING SEASON The people of Grants Pass will not want for entertainment during the ooming winter, and will have an op portunity to see number of first clans plays. The "opera house is now on the Northwestern Association cir cuit, managed by John Cort of Seat tle. While the hooking season has Just begun, there are already a goodly ' number of dates taken. The attrac tions so far billed are as follows : October 8 The Missouri Girl; 12th, Josh Perkins; 13th, Montana Limited; ISth, Fonr Corners of the Earth ; 81, Richards & Prlngle'a Mlntrels; S7, Cripple Creek; 81, First number of , Ly soura Course. Novsmber 4 Flaming Arrow; 2A, The Holy City. December 7 Girl of the Sunny South; S3, Bunko In Ariiona; 29, In Wyoming; 81, Jan Eyre. January 8 Seooud Nomberof Lyse- um Coarse; 19, Sandy Bottom. Febroary 8 Lieutenant, tbe Cow. boy; 4th, The Girl of the Stamped; 14th, Stetson's Unci Tom's Cabin; 20, San Antonia. March 3 Lyman Twins; 20, A Cor ner In Sweethearts; 2H, Third Number of Lyseuui Coarse. N!3 April 17 Last Number Lyseuui Course. THE LY8EUM COURSE. The oomuilttee having In charge the securing of talent for the four num bers iu the Lyseum Course have ar ranged their program. The committee oonsists of II. O. Kinney, Chairman; aud Prof. R. R. Turner, Secretary aud Treasurer, aud these gen tinmen have uadertaksn to secure good en tertainers, and have succeeded in , providing for foor numbers which ar sure to please all who atteud. The first number, will he four musical artists; the next unmber will be Ger mane, one of the best musicians In the country. For the third entertain ment they have secured Packard, im personator and sketch artist, aud for the fourth audilast evening they have The Dunbar Mule Quartette and Bull Riugera. This quartette was her last year and gave universal latUfuotlon., and ueedUta to say, will draw a large boose this time. The committee having these enter tainments in charge do uot receive any financial return and their ouly deslro is to make the eutertaimenta pay for themselves. Season tickets have been placed at J for adults aud 11.50 for school children. 'J C, W. Longman, Tenor lolst. So. ? "... i r-: V v u Bosionlan Mina'rel Ma.lds. (Joe of the greatest novelties of the teasoo, ttie IWstonlau Ministreis aiaius will be at the Opera Hoose Tm sday Oct fl. This compauy is composed en- tiin-ly of yoong ladies, who sing tbe catchy songs of the day, spring clean jokes and afford an evening of real fun and amosement. If yon fall to see this show yoo will miss a treat. Window glass aod putty at Hair-Riddles. 5f 7 ' ' Mr. C. W. Lougman is the so list and mosioal director for the Whlaton JLongmao Eyxngellstlo team which begins the great meetinv at the Christian church next Tuesday night, October Ath. Mr. Longman will please the people of Grants Pas with his solos. He is a great asset to Mr. W'biston .the That Mr. Whoiston evangelist. .. ...... l.l.V'T, '' ; ' ; r, the servhes of Mr. Longman is --J shown when the public onder- 9' i.. .,.... ... iwuun mat air. wmsion waited two years to secure the services of Mr. Lcngman. The meetings begin promptly at 8 o'clock Next Tuesday night and no doubt there will be a large crowd to witness the first appearauo of these noted evangelists. i