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About The Lebanon express. (Lebanon, Linn County, Or.) 1887-1898 | View Entire Issue (Sept. 28, 1888)
BROWNSVILLE. A Western Manufac turing City. One of the Most Prosperous Towns in Oregon. Tts Progress and Growth It Ad vantages and Surroundings Its Industries and Business Houses. Brownsville is In Linn county, and is about six miles east of Halsey, twenty-two miles south of Albauy, and sixteen miles from Lebanon. It was laid out as a town in 1S50, since which time it has increased in size, the vari ous improvements consisting of mills and manufactories, becoming the nu cleus of one of the liveliest towns in the State. It has a populat ion of T.jO, representing mercantile interests, pro fessions and trades, all of which are well established. "We give the names of some of the brave and noble men who had the courage to face the dangers and priva tions of the plains and came out to this . lint rod valley to seek homes and for tunes. Posterity should never let the names of these noble pioneers die. The men and women who first invaded this valley and planted the standard honor and credit than the oft crowned heroes of many battles. We are sorry we cannot give a compleie list, and we hope that those who may be left out will remember that our acquaintance Is limited and therefore opportunity is not first class: James Iilakely A. Kirk H. D. Brown W It. Kirk John Brown Elias Walters Klisha Griffith Courtney Osburn John Dunfap Jonathan Keeney John Finley Rev. Luther White C. H ill J. Harrison A. Stanard Dr. R. II. Crawford The Calapooia river passes in close proximity to the town, furnishing an immense water power, which is utilized by the Brownsville Woolen Mills Com pany, Brownsville flouring mill, Moyer Brothers' saw mill, sash and door fac tory, tannery, and Rockwell's furni ture manufactory. Situated in the valley at the foot of the Cascade mountains, whose heights and heavily-timbered sides offer pro tection from wind and fctorm, its pic turesque dwellings, neatly-arranged grounds, in cool shade of innumerable trees, present a picture of comfort and prosperity, giving evidence of growth and business energy. In the near streams are innumerable trout. iTie woods abound ill pheasant, groupe and quail, while for the more venturesome hunter, farther back in the dense growth of fir and pine, are found bear, deer and the more formid able cougar. The last however, have given way to the advauce of civiliza tion and only exist in the more remote and inaceessable parts. Ktretehing away to the west and south are the fertile plains of the Wil lamette valley, carpeted with number less fields of golden grain, dotted with farm bouses and settlements, showing a prosperous and successful people. I The moral and religious tone of the town is above average, crime being a rarity, and even the more petty offenses are almost unknown. Enjoying the advantages cf educational and relig ious training, its streets present a pic ture of moral quiet. Brownsville is aceess-ible from Port land and way stations via theOregoni- an Railway, and also has connection ! and treasurer; Thos. Kay, Sr., super wlth Halsey by daily stage line, mails ; intendent ; O. P. Coshow, Jr., secre and passengers being forwarded to ; tary; D. Daigleish, agent at Portland. Crawfordsville, situated six miles to browsville saw and planing the west, by the regular hack line. j mills. The soil of the surrounding country The saw and planing mills of Moyer is fertile in the extreme, producing a ! Brothers is situated on Main street, in luxuriant growth of grain, fruit and I the southern portion of town, and vegetables, and good pasturage is af- j covers with the building and lumber fiwded stock.. The Calapooia bottom j yards over seven acres of ground. The lands are noted for the richness of the sash and door factory was originally soil, hop vines making a rank growth J erected in the year 1S05, since which and liearing full crops. j time it has been increased in size and Property is held at reasonable fig-; received additions of the latest and ures, and good homes may be secured j most improved wood-working ma st moderated and easy terms, while j chinery. In 1SS3 Moyer Brothers pur fitreteliing to the south and east are j chased from K. CltffKa the adjoining ares of hill and wood land of easy ae- j saw mill, which was moved from its cess as yet unoccupied. t original site and attached to the plan- kailkoad. I inS mill; dry houses were built, and Orcgonian Railway (limited) makes I by the addition f forty-horse-powcr daily connection with Portland and jcnSine lh? sa""llg capacity was in wav stations. Trains depart north at I "-eased to 15,000 feet per day. This 6:55 . A. M.; arrive at 6:55 P. M. PERCEFTLL t RlWh" STAGE. The stage line of the alxvve firm makes daily trips to and from Halsey, making close connection with the O. & CR. R. CRAWFORPSVILLE STAGE. M. Shackelford has the contract for carrying the U. S. mail, and makes daily trips, carrying passengers to and from Crawfordsville. CHURCHES. M. E. ehurch Organized in 1S51. Itev. H. B. KHworthy is its prescut pastor. First Baptist church Organized No vember ltt, 1853. First pastor, Rev. Wm. S perry; present pastor, Rev. Car pus Sperry. First Prexbyterian church Organ ized in 1882 by liev. Ilobe, who is still its pastor. Cumberland Presbyterian church Organized in 1H75 by Rev. K. J. Bishop, the first pastor. Present pastor, Rev. J. R. Kirkpatrtck. sociETtre. A. F. & A. M. Brownsville lodge, 2o. 36, meet monthly at Masonic Temple. K. of P. Dowdall lodge, 3Co. 16, meets every ThMwday night at Castle liall. It. A. M. Linn chapter, JSo. 19, meets monthly. I. Oi. O. F. Calapooia lixlge, No. 43, 4.. rx.i.i v.-,. 1 !....-. . cj... ; J T. lveootiui uegrec ixacnfi jooge, jno. J), meets the first Mid third Tuesdays sd Odd FoKews' bail. kcu&ols. The North Brownsville sckool has Ik-cii tuecttefully conducted for inany years past and is in a good- -condition," tho 1 vera go yearly attendance iieing .about 1V pupils. W. V. Hall is prin- - ;;.i!, as-iHted by Miss Hattie Lone, .. i"! c'.'.ir.atr tbe ii;t month luss eiitewK.l ' upon her third year's tuition. The classes are graded, and general satis faction has leen given by the manage ment of the school. The school house is situated upon the hill top north and east of the town proper, Is in a healthy location, and from its elevation com mands an extensive view of the sur rounding country; the play ground in winter being dry aud free from mud or a standing water. The subject of a new school house has been agitated, and probably before a great length of time the proposed new building will be constructed. The South Brownsville school has been in successful operation ever since the organization of the town, and it is now in a very prosperous con dition. School commenced here last Monday under the efficient manage ment of Frof. I. D. Boyer, principal, and Mies Hatie Archibald, assistant, there being about 40 pupils present. The great number of former pupils of this school who are now successful men and women in the business walks of life is a suflleneent recomendation of the school, and a guaranty of its continued usefulness. BROWNSVILLE WOOLEN MILLS CO. The Brownsville woolen mill9 are situated on Mill street, and consist of the factory proper, a large and com modious building three stories in height, fully equipped tor the manu facture of all grades of woolen goods, blankets, flannels, caehmeres, tweeds, and also lap and buggy robes. Sur rounding and attached to the main buildinac is the engine house, from w hich steam is conducted to the dry house, also so arranged that in case of firethe power can be applied for throw ing water upon all surroundings, the dye house, two large warehouses for the storage of wool, and the general office building, the front rooms being used as a packing department, and the rear building stocked with a complete line cf samples of the company's ffoods, which have gained a world-wide repu tation for excellence of material and manufacture. The flannels and blank ets are worthy of extra notice, having been awarded a gold medal at the World's Fair at Xew Orleans. There are emnloyed in the various depart ments over seventy hands, the annual pay roll for the operatives amounting to over $24,000. This is Irrespective of monies and salaries paid outside of Brownsville. An immense water power is derived from the Calapooia river, across which a dam has been built, turning almost the entire river into a race and conducting the water to the mill, giving an inexhaustible supply. Surrounding and in near proximity to the mill are the dwellings of the operatives, and the observer will be struck with the general air of neat ness and comfort pervading this sec tion of the city, most of the houses be ing well built and surrounded bv or- chards and gardens prolific in their: yield. Large quantities of wool are; only add that from the clerks and purchased yearly, giving the surround- members of the firm the customer, for ing farmers and wool growers a home j trivial purchase or a large bill of market and encouraging this industry, j goods, will receive alike courteous, fair Thousands of cords of wood are also 'and equal treatment, in accordance purchased to feed the engines, gener- I with the motto of the house, which is ating neat and steam for the cleansing, f bleaching, scouring and dye depart ments. In conclusion, it may ie said that years of energy and mechanical application, in connection with a lib eral capital on the part of the manage ment, have brought this industry to a perfected system aud financial success. Under the management of D. Dalgleish w.1M.m ineroiiiiaiij uave a reum ? situated on the corner of Main and and also a wholesale store, shipments j Mill streets, and was erected by Sam of goods from the mill being made Uel Willson. for nni v, ,Wm,c,i daily- to supply these depots. The ; otticers are J. M. Moyer. president nrui yearly nauuics over 1,000,000 feet of logs, and manufactures not only rough and dressed lumber of every de scription, but also doors, sash, mould ings, blinds and all kinds of scroll and turned work; have constantly on hand seasoned flooring, ceiling, eauings, door and window frames, and are pre pared to fill specified lumber bills at short notice. WATERS & MOREIXXK. The Brownsville flouring mills were built 111 the year 1SG1 with a grinding capacity of sixty barrels per day. In 1877 the property was purchased by J. M. Waters and J. B. It. Morelock, who have since thoroughly remodeled the j property, adding the new roller pro- cress and increasing the daily grinding capacity to from 75 to 100 barrels. Dur ing the past year a new granary has been built with ' a capacity of 20,000 bushels, which is at the present time filled with this year's wheat. The firm also does a general mercantile business. It manufactures three grades of flour, and has . attained a great notoriety for the fiucness and general excellence of i flour. The local and export trade is thoroughly established and of considerable extent. Albany prices are paid for grain, and j the firm being financially "solid," the j vender has no difficulty in obtaining j cash for grain. BANK OF BROWNSVILLE. The Bank of Brownsville, Feter llume cttahier, was founded during j the past year, and the past year, and transacts a general j banking, collecting and loan business, j issues drafts and checks, receives de I posits, negotiates paper, ao-d. is an in- titution the need of which, has long j been felt by the business portion of our j community. It is well finisheiia the interior, having a large fire-proof vault containing a fire and burglar-proof jsafe. It does a fair lwsiuess and en - ! lovs the confidence of "the eeueral -iwih- lie. COS l rOW CABLE. In 1SS4 O. P. Coshow and U. II. Cable formed a partnership under the pres ent Arm name, since which time they have done a prosperous business in the general merchandise line. They occu py a building situated on Main street at the west terminus and directly fronting Mill street, the main store building is 70 feet in depth and 20 feet wide, with adjoining ware rooms for the heavier and more rough grade goods. They have also within the last year built a roomy two-story building on the east side of Main street, the upper portion being occupied by Dr. I. W. Starr for office and operating rooms, and the entire lower floor being devoted to the storage of agricultural imple ments, also hardware, of which this house carries a large and complete line. In the main store there is car ried in stock a line of general merchan dise, comprising dry goods, staple and fancy groceries, a well assorted stock of boots and shoes, men's and women's furnishing goods, underwear, hosiery, all grades of cotton, linen or silk fab rics, also a full and carefully selected assortment of paints, oils, glass, putty, varnishes, etc. Messrs. Coshow Cable are both well known to the public as men of strict business integrity, and have during their sojourn in our midst established a first class and commend able reputation. THOMPSON WATERS. R. X. Thompson and J. M. Waters are proprietors of the general merchan dise store centrally situated on the southwest comer of Mill aud Wash ington streets, which is known as the "old stand," the business having been established in the year 1SS0, since which time it has been most success fully conducted, both as a financial success to the partners and also to the public who have dealt where reason able prices are charged and flrst-class goods are sold on easvand sntisfactory temis. The building covers an area of 130 by 40 feet, consisting of two main stores with additional outbuildings for the storage of salted meats, hams. shoulders, lard and the heavier grade or groceries, also paiuts, oils, crockery and hardware, complete lines of which are carried in full stock. A visit to the stors will reveal the fait that the shelves are heavily stocked with most complete line of dry goods, em bracing all qualities from Kentucky jeans to the most expensive silk and satin fabrics, gentlemen's furnishing goods in all grades and at all prices, ladies' cloaks of the latest and most approved fall aud winter patterns. huts, caps, boots and shoes for men, women and children in all stvlea and at all prices, staple and fancy groceries, a siocfc from which any desired article may be obtained ct prices within the means of all, and representing not less than f 16,000 in value. Space will not permit a description of this prosperous and extensive concern, and we will "One price and honorable dealing." Great care has been exercised to secure the best goods, which are bought in the Kast for cash, thus giving the pur chaser the benefit .t an Indirect cash discount. ARLINGTON HOTEL, Formerly known as the Willson hotel, is a Iarre nml iwniniivlinn l.nll.l; the year !875. Willi exepnti.-n f short time the house has been managed by Mrs. Willson, and has won for itself a reputation second to no other valley hottl. The accommodations are am ple, the cuisine department is under the supervision of able culinary man agers, the charges are reasonable, and all that can le desired is done for the comfort of the traveling public. OLOIKJE C. STANARI). Mr. Stanard is proprietor of the drug I store located on Main street, one door north of the City Hall, in which loca tion the business was originally found ed by the firm of Starr Stanard in the year 185. In the year 1S87 Dr. I. W. Starr retired from the business, which has since been successfully con ducted by Mr. Stanard. The store is a very elegant one for a countrj- town, both as regards its furniture aud the stock it carries. There is scarcely an article in the line of drug, chemicals, druggists' fancy goods, toilet articles, which can Ik? wanted but may be ob- linecf all standaid patent medicines ! , , , . arc kept on hand, and prescriptions are -areiuny compounded at any time of the day or night. T. B. PILLsnURY, Practical watchmaker ami jeweler, Is located at the store of ti. C. Stanard, j at which place he established business j in the year 1SS1, since which time lie liaojiuccessfully carried on the jewelry business, keeping in stock a well as sorted line r jewelry, silverware, ojv tical goHls and all articles to be found in a well-regulated store of this de scription. Watches, clocks and jewelry are repaired in a first-class manner, all goods sold arc guaranteed to be as rep resented, and all work is warranted. J. M. HOWE. The harness and saddlery business in Brownsville has been conducted by Mr. Howe for the past ten years, dur ing which time an enviable reputation has been established by tbe gentle manly proprietor for good work, first class stock and square dealing, which 1 attested by the success with which the business has been attended. At this store can bo found a complete as sortment of harness, saddles, robes, whips, spurs and all articles in this line in demand by farmers, stablemen or owners and drivers of the horse. G. A. ISON. The property of Q. A. Dyson consists of one-half of the block extending from the county road on tho west to Lane street 011 the east side, and has a frontage of two hundred feet facing Main street, on the central portion of which is located a store well stocked with everything pertaining to the tin ware, stove aud hardware line. Mr. Dyson has been in business for four teen years, and lias a good reputation as a fine mechanic, and is up in all the J most, approved slylcsto plumbing or -iLiL"-'.'' '. 1 11 1 " ' manufacturing or tlntvare. Aside from the business success of Mr. Dy s in, he has been extensively engaged in mining matters at Wood River, Ida ho, having during the past year dis posed of stock in that locality at a very gratifying margin. lie is one of the original locators of tho "Lucky Boy" claim on the Calapooia divide, the prospects of which give evidence of rich deposits of precious metal. F. F. CROFT. Mr. Croft's general merchandise store is at the corner of Main and Oak streets, occupying the lower floor of the Odd Fellows' Temple. lie has in stock an excellent selection of the best goods usually kept in a general store, and they are offered at a very low price; as Mr. Croft is about to retire from the mercantile business and turn Ills attention to the improvement of extensive farm property situated alout one mile north of town. Mr. Croft, who lias been actively engaged in the mercantile business for the past eleven years, has made a financial success for himself, and established an A 1 rep utation for square dealing with the public OWEN OSBURN. Within the past two yeare Mr. Os burn purchased from J. F. Venncr the property cousisttng of dwelling house, drugstore and contents, since which time he has carried on business at the old stand, corner of Mill ami Wash ington streets. The store is neatly fitted up and well supplied with all the necessary fixtures and showcases, aud has a complete stock of drugs and medicines, also a fine line of stationery, notions, picture frames and druggists' sundries. JAY A. BISHOP. The blacksmith shop of Mr. Bishop is situated at the southwest corner of Main and Scott streets, at which place a general jobbing anil repair business in iron is carried on. Horse shoeing is made a specialty, the proprietor hav ing worked in the best known estab lishments of Portland and acquired great proficiency in this department. Particular attention is given to all re pairs on wagons, hacks, buggies and agricultural machinery, plow shares shai pened and tempered, wagon tires set, and all work iu the blacksiuithlng line done it reasonable rates and satis faction guaranteed. PERCEFl'LL fe RIOOS. The Brownsville livery and feed sta ble is under the management of S. Perccfull and J. Rigg, who have a stable well stocked and equipped with buggies, hacks or buck boards for road use. They also carry "traveling men" to any desired point, do a general drayage business, and run a daily hack to and from Halsey, connecting with the incoming and outgoing trains on the O. C. R. R. Particular attention is paid to regular or transient stock boarded by the day or week. S. P. BARGER. At the store of Mr. Barger can be found a full and complete line of fur niture, consisting of bed room, parlor, kitchen and dining room sets, varying in price from the more substantial to the finer finished and marble-topped suits; also brackets, sidj boards, pic ture frames, baby buggies, and the al most numberless articles that consti tute a complete stock of furniture and wood furnishing goods. Mr. Barger keeps constantly on hand pewlng ma chines, oils and attachments, needles, etc., of the best and most celebrated makes, and all goods are sold on lib eral terms at prices to suit the times. m'rae CO. Findley McRae and J. Sawj-er are the proprietors of the Brownsville meat market, and represent the only business iu this line in town. Their stand is at all times sup lied with the choicest variety of fresh, salt or Ptnokcd meats. Fish and game are also kept in season, and the epicure can at this establishment obtain the fina-t and most juicy cuta for steak or roast. The well-known reputation of the propri etors is a sufficient guarantee lor the excellence of all stock handle!; the motto under which they do business is "good weight, fair prices, courtesy and accommodation to all." A. V. HAUSMAN, Wagon-maker and repairer, is locate on Main street one door south of the blacksmith shop of A. J. Bishop. Mr. Hausman is the pioneer wagon-maker I of the town, having established busi ness in the year 1S04, Binee whicn time he has success fully gained a well-k now it reputation for good work and moderate prices. All wood material for theinau- j ufacture and repairing of wagons, bug- , , 7. " stock, including hickory, oak and as of sries or farm machinery is kent in 1 grow J. A. WINTER, Photographic artist, is located on Main street, one door south of Coshow it Ca ble's agricultural depot. Every kind of photograph work is executed here, including cards, cabinets, panels, stere oscopic or out-door views. Mr. Winter is an artist ranking second to none; he is an affable gentleman, and enjoys u well-earned reputation for promptnew and general satisfaction given to his patrons. On exhibition in his gallery are sonic beautiful and finely-executed "photos," remarkable for their clear, sharp outlines, softened to life-like beauty by a lately-discovered process of retouching. All work intrusted to Mr. Winter will be executed in the best manner and at rcasou&ble prices. It. H. CURL. Dr. R. II. Curl has erected 011 Mill street a two-story building, upon which he has uot spared expense, the upper rooms being handsomely furnished and occupied by the doctor for the practice of dentistry, in which Dr. Curl is proficient, having at his com mand ail the latest and most improved mechanical instruments for the clean ing, filling and extracting of teeth, also for the manufacture of rubber, celluloid, silver or gold plates, full or partial sets of false teeth, and has made a success of li is business. Hyponitrous oxide (laughing gas) is administered by the doctor while extracting teeth. I. W. STARR, M. D.y. WUo is a graduate of the medical de partment of the Willamette University aud ranks high in his profession as a regular physician and surgeon, has been for the past ten years actively em ployed in his professional practice in Brownsville and vlcinify. C. E. STANARD. The "PostoiTice store," so named from. the fact that the Brownsville postoffico Is in charge of the proprietor, who has filled tho position with credit to himself and the satisfaction of the general public, is situated on Main j street, directly opposite and facing Mill street. He carries in stock one of the finest and best assortments of sta ple and fancy family groceries, Includ ing homo and foreign productions in canned or preserved fruits and delica cies; only the best brands of cigars and tobacco are handled; tho lover of the "weed" can here obtain genuine Ha vana cigars of the most popular brands; also stationery, books by the best authors, school books, notions, sun dries and a miscellaneous assortment of staple and fancy goods, of the best quality, at reasonable prices. C. E. ROCKWELL. Ill 1870 Mr. Rockwell opened a store in Brownsville, since which time he has carried on the business of cabinet and furniture manufacturing. At the pres ent time he is located at the south end of Main street near the Calapooia bridge, where he occupies a building which he has lately built and furnished with all necessary machinery for wood working purposes, deriving ample water power from the "race," which runs beneath the factory. ' A short dis tance south is situated his residence, attached to which is a sample room, where can be seen elegant and substan tial furniture, made from native Ore gon wood chairs, side boards, woven wire mattresses, and a choice collec tion of house-furnishing goods. a. V. THOMPSON. Occupying the entire upper story of the Hume building, centrally located on Mill street, are the rooms occupied by Sir. Thompson as a carriage and sign painting shop, where fancy and ornamental pointing is executed. Mr. Thompson also does house painting in all its brandies, has on hand a large and varied stock of medium and high priced wall paier for ordinary work, also the finest grades of paper for or namental and overhead embellish ment. Having been many years in this line cf business, Mr. Thompson is thoroughly proficient in tiie execution of all contracts that he may undertake. Mrs. R. H. tX'RL. During the past years the millinery store of Mrs. Curl has grown steadily in favor with the Brownsville ladies. Being centrally located on Mill street, it is easy of access and enjoys for itself the reputation of keeping the latest and most fashionable styles in ladies' head-wear. The stock of hats, plumes, ribbons, and also ladies' and children's under-wear, 19 well selected with a view to comfoit and economy. Mrs. Curl keeps pace w ith the improvements of each year, buys from the leading manufacturers, and handles only first class goods. - JOHN ETENGER Is successfully carrying on the "Bakery and Lunch Rooms," and doing a lively business in bread, cake, pies, etc, iu the manufacture of which he excels, being a practical workman and thor oughly versed in tne mysteries of frosted cakes, confectionery and "sweet meats." In connection with the bakery Mr. Stenger carries a fine assortment of eonfeotloneiy, nuts, fruits, canued goods, chewing gum, soda water, and can accommodate the hungry or thirsty public with a fine lunch at all hours. O. P. REESE. M. !., Lale of Yamhill count y, Or., formerly of JtfTerson county, Tenn., practices in connection with I. W. Starr, M. D., at whce office lie can be found. R. M. MOXLEY. Confectionery, fruits, canned goods, cigars, tobacco, toys and notions are kept in stock by Mr. Moxley, who also makes a specialty of green fruits, veg etables and Oregon and California pro ductions. In season. Mr. Moxley, who was so unfortunate as to be struck by a falling timber, is sufTering from par tial paralysis of the right arm, and was obliged to give up the more labori ous work of farming and turn his at tention to a lighter employment. TATE IRWIN. Misses Tate and Irwin have lately opened, adjoining the Brownsville Bank, dressmaking rooms, which have been furnished for the comfort and con venience of ladies desiring clothing fitted or cut or made in tho latest and most approved styles of the present day. All suits for ladies or children are cut and made from chart measure, insuring a perfect and graceful fit, and overcoming all deficiencies of form. Prices are reasonable and good and satisfactory work Is done. RORT. PUTMAN. The tonsonal rooms of Mr. Putman .re located one door south of the store -f Coshow & Cable, and are neatly furnished and well patronized by those diwiring a comfortable shave or a neat nml "nobby" hair out. By his accom mlating manner and good work, Mr. Pctman is building up a first-class bus-ine-JS and securing his share of the public patronage. All those desiring satisfactory work in this line should give "Bob" a call. Dyeing the hair or beard a specialty, and satisfaction guaranteed. R. A. SANDERS. Tlie Royal saloon, under the man agement of Mr. Sanders, is fitted ip with an unusual display of good taste, and keeps for its patrons only the bet t and purest brands of imported ni tl domestic liquors; the bar is supplied with i approved brands of cigars, and beer tela well-known and celebratt d breweri es. All arrangements arc made for thoiie who desire a quiet gamecf billuuxls; the business is conducted in an ondci ly manner, and no minors are allowed .about the premises. MINOR JACKSON Has built and occupies a very sub stantial building on Mill street, where for nuusy years lie lias carried on the business of barber, and enjoys a liberal amount of public patronage. The shop is well supplied with fixtures pertain ing to tl.e craft, is large and roomy, and oilers all accommodations to those desiring the services of "Minor." The reaT.porli 011 of the building is occupied as a dwelling by the proprietor and his family,, xi ho are very comfortably situ ated. Ci IARLEY YUM YUM, . An almovbd-eyed Celestial representa tive of H10 flowery kingdom of China, occupies slightiy-dnapKuucd and weather-worn building situated on the suburban side of town, where be docs "washec" for "Meliean man" at "$1 50 per dozen." Charley is well up in the manipulations of soiled linen, and puts a polish on shirt or collar that out shines any celluloid production in the market. c. i. osburn, m. r. Dr. Osburn, formerly of Eugene City, who iias been practicing in Browns ville for the past two years, is a gradu ate of Jefferson Medical College, Phil adelphia. BROWNSVILLE TANNERY. The Brownsville tannery, under the management of Adams A Co., has be come one of the solid institutions cf the town. They manufacture a large quantity of good leather for harness making and other purposes, furnishing a home market for hides and pelts. This is au industry that should be en couraged. JOHN SENGER Occupies the lower or street floor of Julius Ziner's building, where he fol lows the occupation of boot and shoe maker, manufacturing to order all styles of men's, women's and children's shoes, and keeps in 6tock boots, shoes and all the general findings attached to this business. Mr. Scnger gives general satisfaction in his repair de pair department, and has the reputa tion of turning out honest and reliable goods. Sooth BrowocTllle. COOLEY A WASH BURN Carry a heavy stock of general mer chandise, and are the only general merchants in South Brownsville. They commenced businesc in October, 1S67, and havesince continued uninterrupted to enjoy the confidence and trade of a large commuulty. The estimation in which the firm is held may be judged by the common expression, "As hon est as Oeorge Cooley." Mr. Cooley has been in business where he now is for thirty four years. The present firm is rompetent ard willing to accommo date all their customers on the best of terms. "Honesty and fair dealing is their motto. R. H. CRAWFORP, M. D.t " Is one of the oldest and perhaps best known physician in Linn eounty. For nearly forty years he has enjoyed the uninterrupted confidence and patron age of numerous friends. lie is a Christian gentleman of the very high est type, "full of j-ears and honor" in the evening of life with no blot on bis name. J. F. HENRY, M. P., Is a regular practicing physician who enioys the confidence of a large circle of friends and patrons. He attends to all calls promptly, day or night, N. B. STASPISH, Blacksmith aud liorseshoer, has erect ed a very large and commodious build ing, in the lower portion of which a general blacksmithing business is car ried on. All descriptions of repairing is done in a first-class manner. Re pairing and duplicating parts of agri cultural machinery a specialty. The upper portion of the building is fitted up as a public hall and used for roller skating, dance s, etc B. C. WINDHAM, Wagon and carriage shop, is prepared lo do all wood work and repairing on wagons, buggies, or farm implements. Mr. Windham keeps on hand a full stock of native and imported wood material, hubs, felloes and spokes; also makes to order buggies, road tarts, wagons, etc. Notice. Having sold a half Interest in my grocery business to Mr. Geo. Buhl, I desire to square up my books, and ask all those indebted to me to come forward and settle as soon as jnissible, as I want to square up my looks. T. C Teeuler. Fruit Trrr. Call on A. R. Cyrus fe Co., agents for J. H. Kelt lender's nursery, for all kinds of fruit and ornamental trees. Always Ready. If you will just take the precaution to keep a bottle of Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Di arrhcea Remedy on hand vou will al ways le ready to cure anv form of bowel complaint. It is prepared es pecially for that purKse, and is a sure cure. Si cents per bottle. Sold bv 31 A. Miller. fvvv Of the good things of this rtWVlifa ,re sorrow fan j. jet lone on account of Pyspepsia. Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets will euro Dyspepsia, Indigestion and Constipation; sold on a positive guarantee at 25 and 60 cents, by J. A. Beard, Druggist. J. L. Cowan. J. M. Ralston. BANK OF LEBANON, Lebanon, Oregon, Transacts a Genera! Banking Easiness. Account Kept Subject to Check. Exchange Sold on New York, San Fran clco, Portland and Albany, Oregon. Collections Made on Favorable Terms. T. W. PILlSBUKY, JEWELEll. Brownsville, Oregan. 3v or o 0 c Blood Elixir is th only -iVVxVC Blood Remedy gaaran-. teed. It is a positive care for Ulcers, Erup tions or Sy philitio Poisoning. It purines te whole system, and banishes all Rheumatia and Neuralgic pains. VVe guarantee it.. J. A. Beard, Druggist, At Cost! Still G. W. SIMPSON, Having purchased the stock of Clothing, Gents' Fur nishing Goods, Boots, Shoes, Etc., of C. B. Roland &, Co. is now prepared to offer Better Bargains than Ever! Having a complete assortment of General Merchandise, bought at a big discount, which he still proposes to sell at cost, purchasers will do well to call and get his prices before bu3ing elsewhere, as you can save from 25 to 30 per cent. The highest market price paid for country produce of all kinds, either in cash or goods. xsiooxiaa aai mm sioog lootps pue sSruQ BEARD & YATES, Druggist and Apothecary, DEALER IX Drugs -:- and ' Medicines -s2 Paints, Oils and Glass.-- Fine Toilet Soaps, Combs, Brushes, Etc. PERFUMERYls And Fancy Toilet Articles. PRESCRIPTIONS ACCURATELY COMPOUNDED. Jtfat.i Sl-ecft Lvbunon, Oregon. SWAN BROS. SUCCESSORS TO G. W. SMITH, Dealer in IRON PUMPS, ETC. Tin, Copper and Sheet Iron Ware EAVE SPOUT, ETC. All Kinds of Repairing- done on short notice. THE WOVEN WIRE BED. THE STOVER Improved The best is always the cheapest. Wo n rp nlcn nrom rrvl r any machrne from a butter worker to a steam mill. rio-s blowers, IJo!ioi-js, llnri'ows, Cul t i vi t oi-;s, Pulreriiers, lioltes. Wagons 1 1 11 triC And the celebrated Sherwood Steel Harness. Come &nd see us; we will jaake you happy Gr, W. CRUSON, Lebanon, Qiv to the From A WW The most powerful easiest and ii&sn lightest ran- 44-4 ning mill m-mtmn made. in fnrnioh vr . :