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MEDPOttD MATL TRTBT1NE, MEDFORD, OREGON, FRIDAY, SEPTEW.ER. I, 1922 Items of Interest From the Rogue River Valley PAGE STX AT PHOENIX FAR ILL ATTENDED . EDEN VALLEY, Aug. 31. A mont Instructive poultry demonstration was hold Wednesday morning lit tho White Wing Poultry farm, near I'hoenlx, when H. E. Cosby, of the O. A. C gave an interesting talk on tho culling or the flock. This with many other items of Interest to the successful poultry keeper. Ho made It plain that If you did not rid your flock of the boarders that you were keeping the hens Instead of them keeping you. There was a good attendance from all parts of Eden Precinct. All took a deep Interest In what was being demonstrated. ' Sov eral of the breeders of oultry on a large scale were there and many points of special interest to them were dis cussed. Mr. Lockwood had his three hundred egg hen in the demonstration pen und also three other hens of varying pro duction, down to the real cull hen. Mr. Cosby Bhowed the novice how to cull the flocks that they might not be burdened with the non-layers. Mrs. Betty Payne of Ashland, was in Phoenix Thursday morning. Mrs. Payne Is eighty years old, and is able to do all her own housework. She Is one of tho oldest pioneors of this val ley. Mrs. Payne formerly lived in Fern valley on a farm. J. M. Iitulor returned Wednesday evening after a week spent In gather- ' lng his stock cattle. This will finish the riding for him, and John Itador for this year. The beef were turned into the meadow to finish fattening nnd may be sold and driven out soon. ', Land buyers are quite numerous in this part of the valley, many are dully making inquiries for small tracts of land suitable for suburban hqiqos. There have been several tracts sold near Phoenix lately, and the parties will build modern homes on them. ' V Mr. and Mrs. Colvor Furry of Forn valley, have purchased a car nnd are learning to drive it. They came ovor to got Culver's mothor, Mrs. A. S. Furry, last Monday and took her ovor to see their new lion bo, which they have lately finished, on their tract of land in Forn valley. Mrs. C. Carey is proudly showing a dahlia, Oolsha Uy name, that treasures 8 inches in diameter. Thero are many large ones in Iho ' garden, but Geisha is king or thorn all. Frod Hupp, who has several acres In melons, found 1 tho1 fonco which sur rounds the field cut, and purt of his hogs permitted to enter tho patch where they did several dollars worth of damage. Fred feels sure he knows who the culprit is that did the ma licious act. Frank Schutte of East Modford, de livered seven tons of wheat to E. C. Lockwood of the White Wing poultry farm, and 22U0 pounds to Mrs. C. Carey and and one und onc-hulf tons to .Mr. Muck of Phoenix last Tuesday und Wednesday. Each of these people keep poultry In larger or smaller num bers nnd ure laying in their supply for tho coming year. The many residents of Phoenix who have been taking their outing at Lake of tho Woods and Lost Prairie, have returned home the first of tho week. Among them are Furry brothers, Louie Colver and Lloyd Colver, and their families and C. C. Cate and family. Mrs. Alta Scott who owns a fruit ranch In Fern valley, was In Medford on business the first of the week. 1 understand she made her headquarters at the Medford hotel. Mrs. Scott will be located at San Diego this winter. DEATH OF LITTLE S. .'. Hunter of Fern valley left illVEItSIDE, Aug. 31. Little Neil, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Chns. Grey died Saturday evening at tho Sacred Heart Hospital, Medford. lie had not been well all summer but wax taken seriously ill about a week be fore his death. All thut loving hunds could do was done to save the little fellow. He was taken to .Med ford Friday, where he passed away Saturday evening. The funeral ser vices were held at the Ashland ceme tery 'Monday afternoon on the day that he would have been three years old. Many sympathizing friends UJnrn tti-aunnt from AaMtitwl f!nl,t Tuesday of this week for a visit to his , an(1 Rlve,.9l(l0i old jii'iuu iimu, mi. jiuiiicr mmitj ma reservations and took tho train ut Ash land, his son driving him that far in their car. Tho trip Is to be made by way of the southern route by way of Ogden und Denver, and tho first stop will be made at Brush, whore Mr. Hunter will visit a niece. Then on to Sedulla, Mo., where a sister resides. After a visit with his sister at that place Mr. Hunter goes to Topton, his old home town to visit another Bister. Mr. Hunter has not seen his slstors for twenty-five years. Ho also will attend the county fair at Tipton and Is looking forward to a most enjoyable time there whore ho will meet many of his old associates. Mr. Hunter seemed to have the joy ous anticipations of a boy, as he told your correspondent of the many old familiar scenes ho would nee, not the least of which would bo his old home. Casually he mentioned an artesian well on tho home place, and wanted to Bee if it was flowing just an it used to do. And many other familiar objects of days gone by did he recall as he had always rememberod thorn. Mr. Hunter expocts to spend at least a month on his visit. ELK CREEK Those who Journeyed to tho huckle berry patch this season were as fol lows: Art Moore, Mr. nnd Mrs. Fred Owens, Elmer Ivoy, Mr. P. E. Snndoss, George Hall, Peter Sandoss, Marcel San- doz, 10. 13. Ash, Goorgo Fisher, Wnyno Ash, Mrs. Frod Sturgis, Mrs. A. Poole. Little Nell was beloved by all who know him und tho whole neighbor hood has been saddened. The par ents, the sister and two brothers have the heartfelt sympathy of all. Mr. and .Mrs. Geo. Eickelberg, who visited at tho ('has. Wahl home the past week left Monday for their home in Fairbank, Iowa. Mr. and Mrs. Wahl accompanied them as far as Medford, whoro they were all din ner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wahl. Mrs. Wattle Harlo of Council Bluffs, Iowu, arrived Wednesday for a few weeks' visit at the D. H. Slead home. Mrs. Harlo is an aunt of Mr. Slead. They expect to make a trip to Crescent City the latter part of the week and will later visit Crater Lake and the Oregon caves. Miss Blonnio Julian of Rogue River is visiting at the Grant Matthews' homo this week. Miss Muriel Matthews received first prize for writing the Jbost oa say in the Henry Morgarithau content in the Near East question. Miss Matthews recolved a cash prize and her essay has been submitted to the national contest. We hope she may ho as successful thofo. F. E. Elliott and son Donald, made at the Olson ranch. They wore not serious, as thoy were checked Immedi ately after discovery. Four hunters wore camped at the Buzzard mine and when the fire broke out thoy set to work und help came to their aid. Ezra Whitley went up to the mine to help extinguish tho fire. Mr. Poole and a fow men attended to the Wo hud two foreBt f Ires Saturday the I "r0 0,1 11,0 ols,11 I,lttce- jilting was 2lith, one at the Buzzard mine and ono Sae 7riU& for infants invalids ASK FOR Horlick's the Original Avoid Imitations U . . "VUHr Substitutes VorInfiuitt,fnvandntn40rotringChndran iRlchmflk, malted grain extract In Powder ' Tfc Original Food-Drink For All Ages I No CocUns Nourishing Disootlbl. i-l - F .f WA.l "Willi' Picnic Specials Chickens, Lunch Meats, Babbits. Don't forget our Sausage Department Fresh Vegetables of all kinds. Star Meat Market Phone 273 ! .. We Deliver reKrted as being responsible Tor the fires, but authorities are doubtful. Art Moore made a trip to Medford Wednesday the 23d. Weston Mlilor also went to Modford the same day. The United States mall schedule for Trail and Persist has been changed as Trail gets mail service every day ex cept Sunday, and Persist receives mall every other dny, but the mall carrier returns to Trali theamo day that he brings mail for Persist. Vory incon venient for Persist mall receivers. Mr. Trusty was locating cattle last week. Mr. nnd Mrs. Todd hauled a loud of shukes Wednesday the :10th. Mrs. .1. Millor visited her daughter, Delia Wagner, Tuesday tho 2!th. W. Willits and his daughter, Miss Inez Willits motored to Medford Wed nesday the 30th. School opens In Pint. 74, Elk Creek, Sept. 11-22. Those who will attend as known at tho present date, are: Paul Sandoz, 7th grado: Peter Sandoz, Glh; Marcel Sandoz, 0th; Emily Sandoz, Ith; Mabel Sandoz, 4th; Lincoln Pence 4th; Daisy Wagner, 4th; Alberta Pence, 2d. Miss Erhard will teach. Claud Moore has the wood job. A better water system will be provided. a business trip to Redding, Calif last week and made a similar trip to Roseburg this week. Elliott Butler returned Saturday from Camp Lewis where he has been attending the Citizens' Military Training Camp. Ho was much pleased with tho experience and hus signed up for aerial service. Pear picking is Infull swing at the l'l Oro ranch. ' Mi. Thompirn Dorsey of San Jotc Is .visiting at the Rozulls ranch and picKing his peaches. Mrs. G. B. Alden of Medford and .Miss Florence Alien of AHhlund spent last week visiting friends on Foots Creek and Riverside. Miss Alice Harper left Sunday for Klamath Falls and Lake of the Woods, where she will visit friends for a few days boforo her Bchool work begins. Mrs. Kershaw has been engaged to teach the Foots Creek school the coming year. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Furnac nndi Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Aldon of Medford Miss Florence Allen of Ashland were dinner gupsts Sunday of Mr. and Mrs R. W. Engel. Mrs. Grant Matthews entertained, the following ladles at a dinner party Thursday: Mrs. Maudo Champlln of Foots Creek, Mrs. Charles Wahl of Riverside, Mrs. George Alden of Med ford and Miss Florence Allen of AbIi land. All report a very enjoyable time. A few relatives and friends of Mrs. Pauline Wahl met at the community Club house Sunday, August 20, and helped her celebrate her birthday. Those present besides tho guest of honor were Mrs. Abble Champlln, Mrs. Beatrice Jones, Mrs. Georgia Kettle, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Champ lln and family, Fred Champlln, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Eickelberg, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wahl, Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Alden and Charles Wahl. Fried chicken, angel food cake and led cream were Just a few of the good things served at dinner. A very enjoyable time is reported by aU. present. A FAIR EK D. IVI. LOWE WILL E MEAT AT ASHLAND PICNIC ASHLAND, Sept. 1. The equiva lent of a couple of dressed steers and half a dozen sheep will be sacrificed as a "burnt offering" next Monday at tile celebration merger of Woodmen and railroad . boys in Ashland parks. The meat will be roasted to a turn by D. M. Lowe, whoso skill li: this respect is proverbial, and as chef ho will preside at the barbe cue, the meat portion' at the picnic dinner to be served cafeteria style. Although the big doings on Labor Day are nominally to be given under the auspices of tho Woodmen and labor unions, the public in general U cordially invited to participate in the dinner, parade, dancing and sports. Individuals can plan their dinner as they may fancy, the meat, coffee and trimmings being furnished by a joint committee. In behalf of making an iniposing parade, B. F. Montgomery, represent ing the railroad men, desires those In terested to Interview him soon, his residence being at 355 B street. Prizes will be generous ones,' aggre gating several hundred dolars as of fered through the generosity of Jesse Wlnburn, who is to be chief marshal of the day. ' The amounts range from $25 to $75 each, for merits as applying to best drilled Woodmen camp team, decorated floats, and specialties exhibited by any of the various ' railroad shop crafts. If any civilians wish to en ter any hovel design tn the parade let them go to It, as all are welcome. However, "hustle" ' will ' .be the watchword .in this" respect, as the time is short.' The best band present on the holiday jollification will also be awarded substantial honors. Lo cally several Imposing floats are al ready being prepared, and Medford partIeB.aro "plapnlng to ."Join the parade. ' The committees having this matter In. charge are being assisted by Mrs. Maude linger and Mrs. Rob erta. Everton. Following the parade dinner will bo served, the afternoon to be devoted to games and sports. Dancing at the Bungalow, also at the Armory as the grand finale .in the evening. B. F. 'Montgomery, of this city, represents the railroad contingents, having a number of assistants. Mod ern Woodmen committees are as fol lows: General Chairman E. C. Sllliman, Medford. Advertising G. W. McN'abb, Ash land; A. F. Stennett, Jfedjord; E. V. Smith, Grants Pass; F. E. Bow man, Talent. Sp.orts S. E. Eddy, Medford; Jas. Flemmhig, Dancing 3-. E. Eddy, Medford. Glad Hand Committee A. E. Kel logg, Gold Hill; W. E. Alexander, Central Point; Gordon Stout, Med ford; Ed. Gnno, Grants Pass; E. E. Blanchard, Grants Pass. Reception Committee to Speaker F. L. Nutter, Ashland; II. F. De Souza, Medford; E. T. Jacobs, Talent; C. W. Walker, Gold Hill; Dan Hor nig, Central Point; Hallls Nutt, Grants IPass; Shortle Conrad, Med ford; Joe Harper, Grants Pass. The speaker of the day will be Walter M. Pierce, who is a member of both M. W. A. and W. O. W. or ders. F. B. Curry, state deputy of the M. W. A is expected to be pres ent the labor unions also to have their spokesmen. In order to emphasize the observ ance of Labor Day in a general way, Mayor Lamkln has issued the follow ing proclamation: "By and under the authority in vested In me as mayor of the city of Ashland, I do hereby call on all firms and business houses to close their places of , business, so far as possible, Monday, September 4, from 9:45 o'clock in the morning until 4 o'clock Hi the afternoon. Let all of our people that can reasonably do so attend the Labor Day program and dinner to be held in Llthia park un der the management of the Modern Woodmen, Woodmen of the World and tho labor unions.' iFurthernlcre, the public schools will have a holiday, it having been decided not to begin the fall term .mill i uusuiiy itiurum, ovpiuiiiutji o. Jackson County Fair, Medford, Sep tember 13 to 16. tf ROGUE RIVER IS GETTING READY FOR WAR VETS ROGUE RIVER. Aug. 31. The 30th annual reunion of war vete rans will be' held in this city from September 4th to 9th, and a cordial invitation Is extended to tho public to enjoy tho events scheduled for that time. The park is being put In readiness for the rendezvous. Tho Rogue River Civic Improve ment club enjoyed a delightful even ing in the park last Friday when the members and their families gathered for a picnic dinner. Following the feast of good things was a short, but very interesting program. . Tho friends of Miss Bernice Gal brnitli of Rogue River were surprised to learn of her marrainge to Mr. Grant Neeley, who has been living in this city until recently but who is now employed at Doris, California. The wedding took place at Vreka, California. Reverend William Lee Gray, pas tor of the Hope Community church of this city, arrived from Portland ' Friday afternoon of last week, .'ac companied by' his wife and two daughters, Margaret and Virginia. This is their first trip to southern Oregon .and they are delighted with the climate and'scenic beauties of tho Roguo River valley. Mrs. Elizabeth Fowler, who has been a guest at the home of Dr. and Mrs. E.-A. Woods of Ashland for the past week, has returned to this city. Reverend Ira Haw-ley. pastor of tho Church of thp First United Brethern of Portland. Oregon and his family, returned to the)-, home this week. . having spent Be 'eral days vlsiiting relatives in this comrrvunlty. Notice to Mining Men Jackson County Fair, Division R, Mineral department. In order to make the best display of minerals, parties interested are hereby requested to bring or send in speci mens for entry whether or not they appear on the published premium list. Entry blanks furnished by secretary, Chamber of Commerce building. - W. B. ROBINSON, Chairman. PHOENIX, Aug. 31 Tho Phoenix Aid society was asked to arrange for tho Phoenix, community exhibit to be mado at the Jackson county fair, Sept. 13-16; and at a, meeting or the society on Wednesday plans and work for the tho fair weok exhibit were discussed. A good committee was appointed by the resident, consisting of Mrs. J. M. Rader, chairman, Mrs. E. E. Littlefiold, Mrs. , Fred Furry, Mrs. John Roberts, Mrs. Ed Anderson. ' As there seems to be some luck of information as to the details of the exhibit, we are glad to copy here from the official premiums list, the credits for each class: Grains and grosses, 10; field crops: corn, potatoes, stock, vegetables, etc., 20; fruits, berries, nuts, 20; vegetables and potatoes, 20; dairy and poultry products, 10: industries and natural resources (canned fruits, vegetables, tiiubor, minerals, wool and mohair, etc. 20. Total, 100. Any community which makes 66 of these 100 points, will receive fifty dollars. Phoenix ought to muko 166. "Let's go!" Everyone belli! A largo audience grooted the Studont Gospol Trio of throe young men from Minneapolis last Sunday evening nt tho Phoonlx church, and enjoyed the singing and speaking given. Next Sunday evening tho young people will meet at 7:15 for the 'Sep tember consecration meeting. In the morning at 11 the pastor will preach, and special music be given as previ ously announced, both being planned for more than ordinary Interest. i i Heinz . .-1 ' Demonstration Beginning next Tuesday and lasting all week, we will have a demonstration iof HEINZ PRODUCTS. . During demonstration we will have special prices by the dozen 'on Baked Beans,' Spaghetti and Tomato Soup. . fi w : , - , We invite you to call and try the appetizing products put up by the Heinz Co. 1 See Window . Personal Attention Store Closed Monday, Labor Day . Prompt Service H. E. Marsh Phone 252 GROCER Phone 252 . 'ly . JACKSON. COUNTY FAIR, SEPTEMBER 13 TO 1G We're selling boy's clothes on Quality but don't be surprised at the low prices! In advertising circles it is said that nothing can be said about a 25c cigar that had not already been said about a 5c one Same witty boys' suits if you will consult the description of the cheap est boys' sutis you'll find that they claim as much as we do for our qual ' ity garments. 'i. But in our boys' department you'll soon see the difference not only in cloth but in style pattern and tailoring and you'll come to wonder why on earth some people make claims in a newspaper when the clothes are a dead give away. Boys' Suits, with single and double pants $8.50 to $17.50 Model Clothing Co. 126 E. Main St. S. T. Richardson, Prop. tes n w m THE COLONIAL Liberty Bldg. Phone 298 Another Shipment of Coats, Suits and Dresses Have J list Arrived COATS In all the new materials and shades with collars of Squirrel, Beaver, Nutua Fox and Caracule. Sizes 14 to 4(5. Prices .: ..$16.50 to 113.00 SUITS In Twill, Trieothic, Yalania and Valour. Strictlv tailored and fur trimmed. Sizes 14 to 44. , Prices .$39.50 to $79.50 DRESSES In Canton, Crepe tie Chene, Satin Can ton, Clianneuse, Twill and Tricot ine. Sizes 14 jo 46. Prices ...$16.50 to $75.00. HOSE In all the new shades. ' GLOVES Ciaimtli't Kid Gloves in, the new com bination shades. All sizes. Chamoisctte Gloves iu all lenghts, shades and sizes. ' - See our new lino of slips in dark and light shades, so necessary for' the new straight line dresses. . Darnless Hose for Child'ren Stylish Stout Corsets .