Montana Plaindealer

THE MONTANA PLAINDEALER State Libraries We do not recall that gambling was a burning issue in the Spring campaign; but we do recall that under the preceding administration gambling was run wide open without a protest from anyone and that same administration had no stronger defender than the Independent. It did its utmost to accomplish the present Mayor's defeat, and after his election has been, it seems, a constant applicant to be his chief advisor, in which we sincerely hope it will succeed, and that their advice on the gambling proposition will be followed to the letter. No Games, No GRAFT, and that peace and quietude will reign supreme. It is very important that every voter attend the various Ward Primaries to be held next Tuesday evening throughout the city to the end that they may take part in selecting the party standard bearers who will ask the suffrage of the people in November. The election of a congressman and legislative candidates present an issue which no one should shirk, and it behooves every republican to do his part to the end that the best men will be sent to the Convention to select party candidates. Perry Witmer has made an enviable record as County Clerk and Recorder, and no doubt will receive a renomination at the coming County Convention by acclamation. We have tried in vain to in get communication with our old-time friend, J. H. B. Taylor, but he ignores or neglects us. We will ask the Topeka Plaindealer to tell us where our friend is. When Joe Gans went to Goldfield the citizens thereof did not think much of him, mostly on account of his color; but his manner and deportment have made for him a home in that burg. They had passed judgment on the race from the actions of the typical Western rounder whom we all despise. All we ask is a chance, and we will not only furnish finished products of the manly art, but for all lines of athletics, professions, trades and artisans. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Willis arrived home Saturday evening at 11.30 o'clock from a month's visit on the Sound. Mrs. M. E. Davis and Mrs. Geo. E. Willis received in honor of the Helena visitors at the residence of Mrs. Geo. E. Willis on Idaho St. The residence was profusely decorated in pink and lavender; a dainty repast was served, and all expressed the greatest appreciation for the hospitality of their hostesses. Preaching at St. James A. M. E Church, corner Fifth Ave. and Hor back St. at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m., by the Pastor. All are requested to bring their Bibles to the 8 p. m. Service. The combined entertainment has been changed from the 12th to the 14th. It is called the Grand Musical and Supper and a good time is anticipated. Rev Allen is busy trying to collect his dollar money, and asks his friends to come to his relief, as he leaves for the conference on the 17th. Jordan Allen, Pastor. Sunday School at 2 p. m. A. Marshall, Supt.; Carrie Dorsey, Chorister; Florence Anderson, Secretary. Vol. I. THE MONTANA PLAINDEALER. Published Weekly by The Montana Plaindealer Company. J. B. BASS, . . . EDITOR. Subscription $2.00 per year, Strictly in Ad- vance. Advertising Rates on Application. Entered as second-class matter April 12, 1905, at the Post Office at Helena, Montana, under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879. Address all Communications to The Montana Plaindealer, 19 South Main Street, PEACE! PROSPERITY!! UNION!!! Mayor Dahlman has appointed Thomas Lewis a sidewalk inspector. He is showing, as we maintained he would, a disposition to give our people a square deal. This is one more appointment than we have been given under the Republicans for some time. Our Democratic mayor is doing the square thing. "Honor to whom honor is due."—Omaha Enterprise. So it is all along the line, the colored vote is recognized even under Democratic mayors, and other officials, but out here in Helena, with a Republican mayor, the door of hope for the valiant colored ally who whooped it up for his triumphant election is closed, and it is taken for granted that no colored man need apply to the present city administration for anything that resembles political We Stand Pat. We have been warned and cautioned that the enmity and official displeasure of several officials in city and county have been directed toward us on account of articles which have appeared in these columns. Now we care about as little about the enmity of a prejudiced and unjust official as we do about the sands of the Sahara Desert at this distance from them. And as long as officials refuse to be fair, just and recreant to their sworn duty, just so long will they have their memory of the same jogged by THE PLAINDEALER. At the eleventh hour a minister of the Gospel arises and says that it is just as wrong to accept money for gaming privileges as it would be for burglary, etc. Everybody knows that; but what in the high heavens have you been doing all along? THE PLAINDEALER has alone and single handed been battling with the evil. When we should have had your support all along the line. The Independent's Position: THE PLAINDEALER has conceived all along that if flagrant violations of the anti-gambling law was to be permitted that the city should receive the revenue, and that case all avenues for graft could be eliminated. But now coms the Independent and goes as one better, and says that gambling shall not be tolerated at all, and makes dire threats if the authorities attempt to collect fines for the same. It is fearful that Mayor Lindsay will violate what it says was one of the issues upon which he was acted. In the same breath it says that gambling is not now going on, and when that it is, and they are willing escort the Mayor to view it, such, as it were, the conspirators the very act. we varied and devious are the sites which the Journal takes to see its views before the public at we fear the Mayor may be dazed, and not know just are he is at. We are glad to see the Independent take an advanced step, and hope it is sincere, and that the recent alignment is not political or a pyrotechnical display for the galleries. Tuesday's Primaries BUTTE IN BRIEF. CHURCH NOTICE Helena, Montana, Friday, September 7, 1906. SPECIAL APPEAL To Liberty-Loving Negroes in All Parts of the United States Organize! Organize! Organize! The tremendous meeting held by the Afro-American Council in New York City, July 25, 1906, is an indication of the great tidal wave of indignation and resentment against the injustices perpetrated daily upon Afro-Americans of this country, and is a hopeful sign on our part that we mean to do something effectual to regain the rights which we have lost. Secretary of War, Mr. Taft, in his address at Greensboro, N. C., a few days ago declared that the schemes adopted to disfranchise illiterate Afro-Americans without excluding illiterate whites, will not stand the test of the fifteenth amendment. Chief among such schemes is the "Grandfather" clause now operative in several of the Southern States. Associate Justice Brewer, of the United States Supreme Court, has asserted that the revised Constitutions of the South, if ever properly brought before the Supreme GAMBLING STILL GOES ON. Indications are that the receive revenue for the game or gambling will cease. the PLAINDEALER' avail. The INDEPENT position, it seems, is one line claims there is no and in the next offers to where it is going on.ous administration where supreme, and now threaten ministration to Deer L Thou Art a Jewel." Indications are that the city will either re- Institutions are that the city will either receive revenue for the games which are running, or gambling will cease. If such is the case, the PLAINDEALER'S fight has been of avail. The INDEPENDENT'S inconsistent position, it seems, is solely political. It in one line claims there is no gambling going on, and in the next offers to escort the officers to where it is going on. It extolled the previous administration when gambling reigned supreme, and now threatens to send this administration to Deer Lodge. "Consistency, Thou Art a Jewel." Court, must be declared unconstitutional, and has expressed his astonishment that the Afro-American people have never effectively utilized this remedy which lies in reach of their hands. Our duty is to organize, secure friends, employ able talent, white or black, and knock out the "Grandfather" clause at least "Heaven helps those who help themselves." If we can obtain from the Supreme Court an opinion that the Grandfather Clause is illegal, a victory, which profoundly important as it would be, we can, by standing together, achieve such a manifestation of prosperous enterprise as would thrill the North and again enlist its sympathies with us, at the same time strike dismay into those Southern politicians who are fattening on the Race Problem, and counting their positions and careers secure because they believe we shall never have manhood enough to drag them face to face with the Federal Constitution. Opportune Time for Organization. The need of a strong organization through which to make our fight should be apparent to all lvers of the race who know the worth of a United effort through organization. The condition makes it incumbent upon our leaders, ministers, teachers, lawyers, doctors, business men, newspaper men to lead off in this organization, and prepare to fight these injustices to the death. A local Council is needed now in every village, town and hamlet in the land. Our Plan of Organization Any person who has sufficient interest in the race can send invitations to leading Afro-American citizens who are interested in the amelioration of our present condition, to meet in some private house, church or hall, according to the number invited. If as many as ten assemble and are willing to subscribe to the following objects, they can be organized into a local Council. The Council as Organized 1. Investigate and make an impartial report of all lynchings and other outrages perpetrated upon Afro-Americans. 2. To assist in testing the constitutionality of laws which are made for the express purpose of oppressing Afro-Americans. 3. To promote the work of securing legislation, which in the individual states shall secure to all citizens the rights guaranteed to that the city will either re- games which are running, case. If such is the case, ER'S fight has been of DEPENDENT'S inconsist- ence, is solely political. It in is no gambling going on, orders to escort the officers on. It extolled the previ- ence when gambling reigned threatens to send this ad- der Lodge. "Consistency, them by the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments to the Constitution of the United States. 4. To aid in the work of prison reform. 5. To recommend a healthy migration from terror-ridden sections of our land to states where law is more generally respected and maintained. 6. To encourage both industrial and higher education. 7. To promote business enterprises among the people. 8. To educate sentiment on all lines that specially affect our race. 9. To inaugurate and promote plans for the moral elevation of the Afro-American people. 10. To urge the appropriation of school funds by the Federal government, to provide education for citizens who are denied school privileges by discriminating laws. The following is a list of officers which must be elected: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Treasurer, Chaplain, Sergeant-at Arms and an Executive Committee, consisting of five members. Affiliated Membership Delegates representing organizations of similar plans and purposes politics is being added to almost weekly. In thus scanning over this little directory, one cannot resist the impression that the Afro-American in the second largest city on the continent is a hustler in a way that is greatly to his credit. He is constantly crushing the limitations set in the way of his progress. The future is full of hope for this kind of progressive, pushing and daring Afro-American. Very few people living here in Chicago had an idea of the large number of different things, requiring honesty, intelligence, skill and aptitude, which our people are doing and trying to do every day. In a few years it is safe to predict that these small shops, stores and factories will have so increased and enlarged their business needs that thousands of young men and women, boys and girls, will find the kind of employment that will not only pay good salaries, but will demand a skill, dignity and efficiency that will in turn lift the entire race to a standard that will command respect of all who see them. The Montana Plaindealer Pleases One of Its Subscribers in the Sunflower State C- PLEASANTON, KANS., Aug. 28, 1906. MR. EDITOR, Kind Sir: Will you please find some vacant place in the columns of your good paper for a few of these awkward people of ours. I must say since I have been reading this paper of yours that I am more convinced than ever before that we, as a race and class of the American citizens, should patronize each other more in the different walks of life, both professional and industrial; and very particularly we should buy, sell and trade with each other. We should take more delight and perseverence in reading after our own editors, either books, pamphlets, or papers. The first reason is from my experience that we can learn more importance and profitable news reading after the editors of our papers in three months than we can reading after the white editors twelve months. Even the children their elves can obtain responsibilities therefrom duties and rights, and obligations that cannot be derived from any other source. Your paper has been a great help to me during the last few months past. Anofher reason why we should patronize each other is that the New Testament informs us that "the first shall be last, and the last shall be first;" and the Scripture is fast fitting itself to the American negro. We, the dark Sons of Ham were the first to ascend the aeons of Christian civilization. It has pleased God to make us the last of all the civilized people of earth. This is the fulfilment of his word, for he says, "I am a jealous God, visiting the sins of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation. These results were from the Fall of Egypt. While the world is now revolutionizing itself, Christian civilization is now on her way back to the Antilles of Africa, where Christian civilization was first cradled, and we see that it is (Continued on next) OUR HOME COMPLETE YOU CAN FURNISH YOUR HOME COMPLETE For Half the Money all come to our Second Hand De- Carpets, Stoves and House ment is not filled with old that have been used slightly as good as new. Curtin, Required at other stores if you will come to our Second Hand Department for your Furniture, Carpets, Stoves and House Furnishings. This Department is not filled with old junk, but clean fresh goods that have been used slightly and are practically as good as new. Reliable Housefurnisher, Grand Street. --- can have membership in the National Council by the election of two delegates and the payment of three dollars for each delegate. Religious organizations, academic schools, colleges and Afro-American newspapers can have representation in the National Council upon the same terms. We earnestly appeal to all organizations that desire representation to see to it at once, that delegates are elected and sent to the National meeting which is to be held in New York City Oct. 9, 10, an '11, 1906. We prefer to have the ministers and leaders organize local Councils in their churches, lodge rooms, etc., but if they cannot do so, for the sake of our outraged brothers, it is hoped that the churches, societies, etc., as affiliated bodies will take action at once to have representation in the National Council A. WALTERS, President National Afro- American Council. CHICAGO'S ADMINABLE RECORD SHOWN IN DIRECTORY In Fifty Occupations VERSATILE LIST OF JOBS SHOWS HUSTLE AND ENTERPRISE IN Special Correspondence of the New York Age CHICAGO, August 27.—Mr. D. A. Bethea a young Afro-American medical student on this city, has rendered the Afro-American people here a valuable service by publishing what he calls a "Blue Book." The title is borrowed from the real Blue Book, which has a limited circulation among the real aristocracy of the city. No Afro-American or white person of the common class can gain admission into this exclusive "Blue Book." Bethea's "Blue Book" is a very commendable piece of work. In this great big scattering community it has been quite impossible to secure accurate information as to what we are doing, and where we are. This little directory of a hundred pages answers all of these questions and many others of considerable importance. Our first impression is that Chicago Afro-Americans are an enterprising and progressive lot of people. For example: we learn from this Book that there are one thousand Afro-American people engaged in fifty or more different occupations and professions requiring skill and training. Some of the statistics are very interesting. There are thirty-five churches of different denominations, eight barber shops, eight builders and contractors, thirty-five chiropodists, thirty cigar stores, one hundred and ten express and transfer men, thirty-two grocery stores, twenty-five restaurants, eight steam laundries, twelve dentists, seventy-five dress makers, three druggists, thirty-five lawyers one ice cream manufacturer, two razor strop factories, thirty-seven music teachers, thirty m illers, three oculists and opticians, thirty painters and decorators, forty physicians, thirty stenographers, two theatres, twenty-two undertakers, five upholsterers, one chewing gum factory, one news stand, one music store, ten tailors, five haledashers, one dry goods store, one shoe polish manufacturer, five newspapers, five locksmiths, several electricians, plumbers, caterers, and metal polishers, one fraternal insurance company, secret societies almost without number, five real estate offices, and about four hundred men, and women in Federal offices, such as clerks, mail carriers and Custom House inspectors drawing salaries from $45 to $175 per month. In the city and county offices there are about seventy-five employees who are variously serving as attorneys, physicians, milk and health inspectors, smoke and factory inspectors, bridge tenders, clerks, deputy sheriffs, messengers and school teachers. This list does not include an Afro-American fire company, policemen and detectives, and one desk sergeant. It can be truthfully said that this list of workers in the trades, the professions, and in No. 26. FANNIE BARRIER WILLIAMS. Kind Sir: NEWS OF THE WORLD SHORT TELEGRAPH ITEMS FROH ALL PARTS OF THE GLOBE. A Review of Haponiens in Both Eastern and Western Hemispheres During the Past Week—National, Historical, Political and Personal Events. attend the stale convention at Spo kane this year, will try to secure the next convention, that of 1907, for thelr city. ‘The world famous collection of precious stones and jewelry, the property of the late Mrs. Jane Stan ford, valued at nearly $1,000,000 will be sold by the trustees of Leland Stanford, Jr, University association as soon as possible. ‘Queen Edna the First, Empress of ‘All the Inland Empire,” is the title officially bestowed upon Miss Edna Lavell, formerly of Butte, who will be queen of the carnival arranged by the 150,000 club for the opening night of the Interstate fair at Spokane. Five more Japanese have been ar rested at St. George island, one of the Pribylof group, by the government agent, accused of poaching seals. ‘Andrew Fruseth, secretary of the sallors’ union, states that all coastwise vessels to Alaska and British Colum- bia have raised the wages of crews from $40 to $45 per month. Social revolutionists of Moscow in a proclamation claim the credit for kill ing General Min but deny respons: ibility for the attack on Stolypin. Byran announces a change of plans and says he won't go to New Zealand, fas he intended, until after the election. Receiver Earl of the Real Estate ‘Trust company of Philadelphia says that the farthed he probes into the affairs of the defunct company the worse he finds them. He thinks the trust department intact, but the bank department 18 hopelessly Involved. Indications are that Hipple’s steal- ing exceeds #1,000,000. The Nasas river between Gomez Palacia and Lerdo, Mexico, on the line of the Mexican Central railroad rose 42 feet in 24 hours last Saturday. ‘The inhabitants of the towns are fleeing to the hills, fearing that the cities will be swept away. Justice is to meeted out to the men responsible with Frank H. Hipple, the president of the Real Estate Trust company, ior the coi.apse of that in- stitution. Conditions existing at this time call for an increase In the pay of the army, ‘says Brigadier General Constant Will- fams, commanding the department of Columbia, In his annual report. Incorporation papers for building a railroad from Denver to San Diego, Cal., have been filed with the secre- tary of state of Colorado by the Den- ver ‘Transcontinental Railway cor. poration, W. J. Bryan and W. R. Hearst have accepted invitations to attend the dis- trict fair to be held at Redford, Va. the second week in September. ‘The sultan has released his elder brothar, who had been imprisoned since the death of their father, Barbers’ supplies may soon be furn- Ished to soldiers at cost price by the government. Lauritz Bakken, a shoemaker, about 65 years of age, was the victim of the first fatal automobile accident in Se attle, Shortly after noon Sunday, be- coming confused at the corner of Pine and First avenue, he stepped directly in front of a touring car driven by its owner, John Megrath. Gen. Trepoff was not poisoned ax reported. His illness was caused by heart trouble. Elbert Hubbard has been nominated by the republicans of the Eleventh dis: trict In Iowa for congress. Geneva.—The mangled body of young Italian named Feraro has beer found lying at the foot of the precipice over the glacier de Triolet. Mrs. Emma Dailey, proprietress of » lodging house at 528%; First Avenue in Seattle, was shot and instantly kill ed Tuesday afternoon by a burglar tray arranged by one of her lodgers, Gen¢ Bastearene, in his trunk. Dispatches from Cienfuegos, Cuba, say that a band of 80 rebels have sack: ed the small town of Castella d¢ Jagua, situated on Cienfuegos bay. The rural guard in garrison at Cas: tella de Jagua and the officials of that place meanwhile shut themselves up in the fort. A train on the Union Pacific rail road was wrecked reoently at Re¢ Buttes, 40 miles west of Cheyenne. ‘The entire train, including six coaches left the track, and the engine and bag gage car turned over. Fireman W. J Cook was badly scalded. A tramp name unknown, was killed and an other fatally injured. The cause of th wreck is unknown. The Armenians recently burnes eight Tartar villages and a large Tar tar factory in that region. Secretary Root and his party are a Valparaiso inspecting the ruins cause: by the recent earthquake. ‘The second son of the late Rear Ad miral Sampson to enter the presen fourth class of the naval academy, ha doen sworn in. He is Harry B. Samp fon and was appointed by Senato ROUTE OF NEW ROAD. Line is Practically Settled for Chi: cage Milwaukee & St. Paul. Contracts for the building of the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul, from the Bitter Root Mountains to the Col- umbia river have Leen let to H. Henry of Seattle. ‘The route follows down the St. Joseph river from the Idaho-Mont- ‘ana line to a point below Farrell, or St. Joe, Idaho, then goes on to Tekos, Wash., passes on to Rosalia, goes ‘along the south side of Rock lake and then reaches Lind, on the Northern Pacific. From Lind the Iine will practically follow the survey of the old Northern Pacific cutoff from Lind to Ellens burg. ‘At Tekoa the St. Paul would con: nect with the O. R. & N. If, as report ‘ed, the St. Paul should come under the Harriman influence, the St. Paul might use the O. R. & N. for getting into Spokane, pending the completi tion of its terminal line into here Tekoa is 49 miles from Spokane. North Yakima, apparently, will not be on the route. From Ellensburg west the line strikes through Snoqualmie pass, a lit tle north of the Northern Pacific's pass through the Cascades, and then goes on into Seattle. ‘The route will traverse the great wheat fields of the Spokane country, ‘and will give the Big Bend district an entirely new route. ‘The distance across the state will be much the shortest of any- of the ‘transcontinental roads. f VICE PRESIDENT FAIRBANKS AT IRRIGATION CONGRESS His Address to the Congress Was a Feature the Opening Day— Roosevelt Sends Word. Boise, Idaho, Sept. 4.—Vice Presi- dent Charles W. Fairbanks on Monday was the gest of the city of Boise and the national irrigation congress, which convened here for its 14th annual ses- sion. The convention received a letter of greeting from President Roosevelt ‘whieh provoked hearty applause, and ater be resolution of the congress xn expression of thanks was telegraphed to the president at Washington. Vice President Fairbank's address was fraught with encouragement for the irrigationists. and the good wishes which he bespoke were fully appre- ciated. ‘The delegates, who namber more than 1000 and represent more than half the states of the Union, were welcomed in brief addresees by Mayor James A. Pinney of Boise; Governor F. H. Good- ing and Senator Dubois. Speeches in response were delivered by United States Senator Thomas H. Carter of Montana, Governor George E . Cham: berlain of Oregon and Cyras Happy o! Spokane. Both Senator Carter and Governor Gooding caught the fancy of ‘the assemblage. Their speeches with witty brief remarks and anecdotes were repeatedly cheered. Governor George Pardee of California, president of th congress, was not present, but sent hi annual address to the congress by mail Chicago, Sept. 4.—A_ cable to the Chicago Tribune from Tangier, Moroc- 00, annoauces the capture in that city of Paul O. Stensland, the preisdent of the Millwaukee Avenue State bank, which closed its doors on August 6. ‘The arrest wea made by a represents tive of the Tribune and Assistant States Attorney Olsen of this city who have been on the trail of Stensland since August 13. SENATOR HEYBURN BISSED AT IRRIGATION CONGRESS Boise, Idaho, Sept. 5.—Weldon B. Heyburn, sevior senator from Idaho, was hissed by delegates in the irriga- tion congress Tuesday night when he attacked the theorise of Chief Forester Gifford Pinchot. Senator Heyburn made a bitter attack on the forest re- serve policy of President Roosevelt, particularly with regard to Idaho. He charged that reserves had been created in Washington to permit the Northern Paicfic to benefit thereby and he at- tacked the National Forestry acssocia- tion. Disorderly outbreaks were oc- casioned by the thrasts of Heyburn. Oyster Bay, Sept. 4.—A salute of 41 guns fired simultaneously by every fighting ship in a mighty fleet of two score warships greeted Preisdent Roose velt when he stepped on aboard the naval yacht Mayflower to review what is believed to be the largest war fleet ever assembled in American waters. Editor Rosewater Dead. _ Edward Rosewater, proprietor and editor of the Omaha Bee, and promi. ‘nently identified with the political, fi ‘nancial and business affairs of Omaha and the state of Nebraska for - 40 years, was found dead in district court room No. 6 on the third floor of the Bee building. He had evidently died of heart failure. 500 SHOTS FIRED BATTLE 100K PLACE BETWEEN ITALIANS AND TROSPERS, Fight Tock Place at Florence Mill Near Punx Suaawney, Pennsylvania —Sergeant Logan Had Been Order- ed to Arrest a Member of Crew— House of Refuge Besieged. Punxsutawney, Pa, Sept. 9—~‘m @ bloody battle Sunday evening between foreigners and 29 members of Troop D, state constabulary, in which 600 shots were fired, two troopers were killed and one fatally wounded, while three other persons received bullet wounds. The murderers were sur round in a house at Florence mine, seven miles from here, and at day- light the attempt to eapture taem will be renewed. Farther lost of life is feared, for the besieged Italians are well supplied with arms and ammuni- tion. ‘The trouble began when Sergeant Logan went to Florence to search for Lepold Searlet, who is charged with shooting his brother in law. “Salvatore Walzoch, who is said to be one of the most desperate members of the “black hand,” started a street fight with a countryman and Logan piaced-him—under-arrest:—An—Italian made an ineffectual lunge at Logan with a stiletto, when another Italian opened fire on him with a magazine shotgun. Logan returned the fire and the two emptied their weapons at each other. Logan received one buckshot wound in the foot and one Italian was perhaps fataily wounded. Logan, believing he had a “black hand” man to deal with, telephoned to the barracks at this place and a de tachment of five privates was detail: to go to his assistance. The detach- ment arrived at Florence at 4:30 o'clock. Private John Henry immediately started for the Waltzoch house, where the trouble had taken place, but when about 20 feet from it was shot down. Chambers and Mullen, in attempting the rescue of their comrade were shot down before they reached him. A telephone call was sent in for the entire force and 15 additional troopers were hurried to the scene. When the second detachment arrived at 6:30 o'clock and while 12 of the constabulary kept firing into the win- dows and front doors, six policemen made a rush for the side door, which they battered in, Three of the offi cers, Zehriger, Gross and Cummings, een up the stairs, but were eqy fronted by three of the desporadoes, who opened fire. Zehringer fell at the first volley, but the other two escaped. Realizing that lives were being sacr!- ficed uselessly and the storm and darkness coming on, the troopers sent for carbines and prepared to keep the house surrounded until morning. The wildest excitement prevails in Punxsu- tawney and nearby town, Fifteen troopers and several policemen, to- gether with many citizens, heavily armed, are on guard. ‘The besiged Italians evidently are preparing to sell their lives dearly. Many citizens have brought the butld- ing to atoms, but Lieutenant Egle fs determined to capture the murderers of his troopers by lawful means. The police have arranged powerful search- lights so that the entire building is In plain view. LATE NEWS NOTES. Emphatic denial is made at the state department of all reports that sny movement is in prorgess looking to in- tervention in Cuban affairs, A conspiracy has been suppressed in the province of Ileocos Norte, on the Island of Luzon, by the prompt action of Governor Florey in arresting 15 of tho Filipines said to be implicated. The public power house of the Kan- sas City & Leavenworth Railway com- pany at Walcott, Kan., 15 miles west of Kansas City, was burned recently, with all its valuable machinery. Loss, $300,000. Charles Earl of the District of Col- umbia has been installed as solicitor of the department of commerce and labor as successor to Edward W. Sims of Mlinois. + St. Petersburg—The renewal of terrorism on a large seale has greatly intensified the hostility of the ruling classes against the jews, who long have been regarded as the brains of the revolution and it is believed has correspondingly diminished the chances of the Jews obtaining more than a nominal enlargement of their rights. It is announced in Goldfield that the films for the moving pictures became exhansted after the 38th round. As a result the concluding rounds of the great fight will not be shown in these pictures. President Rickard states that the re- ceipts for the fight amounted approxi- mately to $780,00, and that the num- ber of spectators at the ringside aggre- gated 7000. This is the greatest amount of money taken in for a prize fight in the history of the ring. He says he does not make any charg- es against Siler, but I know that Nel- ‘son did not fonl Gans. 1 don't care who says that he did A thousand strong, the second con- tingetn of Farley strikebreakers have landed in San Francisco. The report is confirmed from Honlale ‘that the transport Sebridan practically will be @ total loss. Victory for Labor Unions. ‘The rights of labor unions and their sympathizers to call on their friends fo withhold patronage from non-union tradesmen was recognized as not be- ing illegal by Justice Stafford in the district supreme court at the national capitol. Justice Stafford dismissed {he temporary Injunction against the Bakery and Confectionery Workers’ ‘Internation! union, which had been obtained by John Bender, a baker. | Ship Remains in London. Marlenbad.—After brief services in the chapel of the cemetery, the body of Lady Campbell-Bannerman, wife ‘tthe British premier, was placed on board a train and started for London. King Edward was among the mourn- ers in the funeral procession. THEIR FIGHT AT GOLOFIELD LASTED FOR 42 ROUNDS, BATTLFR FOULED ee ee ea ae oe Nelson deliberately fouled Joe Gans in the 42d round of the best and longest fight seen here in many years. Both men were tired when the fight ended, but Gans was apparently the stronger. He was away ahead on points, and had smashed and cut Nelson all through the fight without being badly hurt himself. Shortly after the 42d round com- menced the men were in their usual clinch. Nelson had his head on Gan's shoulder and his arm down. Several times he hit Gans below the belt, ap- parently feeling for a vital spot. At last he drew back his right arm and hit Gans # vicious blow square below in the groin. ‘The colored boy sank to his knees and rolled over on his back Referee Siler without hesitation ordered Nelson to his corner and awarded the fight to Gans on afoul. Siler’s decision re- ceived almost unanimous approval. ‘The foul was s0 obvious that even the men who bet on Nelson could not say that it had not been committed. All through the long contest Nel- son had employed rough tactics. He repeatedly butted Gans and had to have his head hauled away by the ref- eree Referee Siler stated to the press that while he would not say that the foul was intentional there was no doubt but that it had been committed. Nelson, he said, had used his usual tactics all through the fight, and whlie he knew that Nelson was butting when er he had an opportunity he did not disqualify him for that,because he saw that it was not hurting Gans, and as no other referee had ever disqualified Nelson for doing the same thing he did not feel like doing so. Besides, the people wore there to see the fight and he did not want to disappoint them. Siler was loudly cheered as he left he ring, as was Gans, who was carried to his dressing room. Nelson and his seconds were hissed as they departed. Billy Nolan, Nelson's manager, made a disconnected statement in which he said that Gans had promised not t claim the decision on a foul and yet h jumped at the very opportunity te make such a claim. All Nelson wonl¢ say was that Gans was tired and quit ‘Guns, in many ways, put up a most remarkable battle. Of course, his skil as a boxer was expected to be shown but his endurance surprised everyone His work was the more wonderful wher it is known that in the 834 round hi broke his right hand. Never after tha did he strike a blow with it, with th exception of a few short arm jolt while clinching. He did all his worl with his left hand and put it all ove Nelson Gan’s generalship was shown whe: he broke his hand. In the 884 roun he landed a hard right hand punch o: the side of Nelson's face. A bone i the hand snapped, and Gans stepper back with an expression of pain. H limped around as if he had stepped o1 his foot or turned it, and no one realiz ed that he had badly injured his righ hnad, although it was suspected tha it might have been injured. Gans stated after the fight that Nel son intentionally fonled him. He sai he knew he could have finished Nelson ashe was comparatively strong an Nelson was growing weaker all th time. ‘Larry’? Sullivan announced fo Gans that he would meet Nelson i two weeks in another fight, as be wa sure he could whip him and did no want to take any advantage of th foul. It is hardly probable, however that the men will meet again in tha time. OTHER LABOR DAY FiGHTS, JoeThomas the clever California wel- terweight knocked oat Bill ‘‘Honey" Mellody, at one time a great Spokane favorite, at Chelsea, Mass., in the 11th round, This is Mellod’s first defeat for nearly two years. Honey is evidently going back. Abe Attell successfully defended the title of featherweight champion by de- feating Frank Carsey in the third round of a 15raond bout at Davenport, Towa. Freddie Weeks of Butte knocked out Monte Attel! of San Francisco at Vio. tor, Col., in the fifth round. Attell’s seconds claimed foul. Mike (Twin) Sullivan knocked Jack Dougherty out inthe 19th round of what was scheduled to be a 20 round ‘contest at Butte for the welterweight championship of the world. —— STRIKE BREAKERS 10 ’cRI‘CO MET TROUBLE IN NEVADA, Union Miners Met Train and Hurdel Stones Through Windows—Shooting Followed—Cars Still at Standstill in Frisco—600 Men Arrive in City— Some Say They Were Deceived. Hazen, Nev., Sept. 3.—Serlous trou- ble occurred here this afternoon at the junction of the Southern Pacific and Goldiield & Tonopah railroads when {he second section of a train carrying surikebreakers to San Francisco ar- rived. A number of union miners met the train and hooted the strikebreak- ers. Finally a stone was hurled through a car window and it was au- swered by a shot. A number of the men on the train jumped off. The conductor gave the go ahead signal, but the strikebreakers stopped the train and delayed it 30 minutes. A hundred or more dismounted and bran- dishing revolvers hurled defiance at the union men. Fifty or more dele- gates to the republican state conven- tion at Tonopah and a crowd on their way to the Goldfield prize fight took to to the sage brush. When the train was finally started a crowd with revolvers stood on the rear platform, As they passed several miners the latter hurled stones at them. Fully 50 shots were fired from the train. One hat was struck, but no one was hurt. A number of shots struck the depot and several struck a freight car on a sidetrack. Not a shot was fired by the miners, who were the only ones left about the depot except ing employes when the strikebreakers dismounted and advanced on the crowd. More trouble is feared when the next section arrives. ‘There was no change today in the street railway strike in San Francisco No attempt was made by the United Railroads to operate cars. Prospects for an early settlement of the strike are growing less, as neither side to the controversy seems inclined to make any furtaer concessions. Six hundred men were brought into the city by the United Railroads Sunday morning be tween 2 and 3 o'clock. The men have been held at nearby points for a fa vorable opportunity to bring them it without the knowledge of the carmen’ pickets. These men are, it is asserted not motor men, but construction men President Calhoun of the United Rail roads says that he was patiently await ing the arrival of enough motormen He expected to be able to start th cars some time this week. Referring to a city ordinance tha motormen must have one week's train ing before being permitted to run cars President Calhoun said that it woul not be regarded. Fifteen strikebreakers, electrician and linemen, recruited in Tampa, Fla. also arrived. Edward Benson, one 0 the party, deserted at Third and Town send streets and was taken to the cat men’s headquarters by union sympa thizers. Benson stated that he an the others were hired for the Unite States Railroads by an agent of Jame Farley, who provided them with rail road and Pullman transportation. Ber son declared that he was promised § a day, but that Farley's agent aid no inform him that there was a strike o: the United Railroads. Not until the entered California did he learn of th | strike, from the trainmen, and he de Jecided to desert. He did not knoy | what became of the rest of the men || According to Benson, there was no on || in charge of the party, but no one wa engaged who did not have considers '| ble baggage, the checks for which wer kept by Farley's agent, who instructe || the men to report to the office of th United Railroads for their baggage. RANIER, OREGO BANK ROBBED Two Bandits Gagged and Tied the Cashier—Stole All the Gold. Rainier, Ore. Sept. 4.—While Cash- ier P. W. Van Aucher lay bound hand and foot, gagged and tied to table in @ back room, two bandits leisurely looted the State Bank of this place in broad day light Monday afternoon. It was two hours before their unfor- tunate victim was able to free himself sufficiently to give the alarm, and in the meantime the robbers had made good their escape, taking with them between $2000 and $2500 in gold coin. Silver and bank notes lying on the counter were untouched. Van Aucher had taken advantage of the fact that the day was a holiday to ‘work on his books, and was alone in the bank. The men on entering cover- ed him with revolvers, after which they bound him. The bandits did not molest the vaalt, which was locked, and took no bills, evidently fearing be trayal through them. When Anocher got away he alarmed the town. He Says that one of the men was an Ameri can, dark complexioned, with small, dark mustache, and apparently about 80 years of age. He says that the other ‘was a Swede, sandy hair and complex- fon, and about 45 years of age. Secretary Root and party have ar. rived at Santiago, Chile, and were given a warm welcome at the station. Later Secretary Root drove to the pal- ace in a state coach, escorted by cav. alry and infantry. Here he was given another ovation, the bands playing “Hail Columbia,” and the crowds that almost blocked his way cheering him and the United States. MONTANA Wewe W. B. Taylor. @ well knoy of Bozeman, and a solaign “it Charles Allen of Cincianatt lost wet lives by drowning. With three wort en, Taylor and Allen took a bost and when out but a short te boat began leaking 80 badly that capsized. ‘Taylor and Allen both cy to ewim to shore, but were seized wit cramps and sank. ‘The women ey to the boat and were rescued, ane great efforts. The men’s bodies were not recovered. Bd Flynn, a well known miaag man, was shot and Instantly killed Salt Lake recently by Alvin Mexne ley. The two men had been enemies for years, and when they met the quarrel began at once. Flynn wis armed with a knife, with which he cut McKinley In several places, Me Kinley is under arrest. ‘The annual reunion of the Spanish War Vetrans of Montana opened in Butte last Saturday and adjoumet Monday of this week. The secretary of the interior bas awarded the contract for the construe tion of the lower yellowstone dam of the lower Yellowstone irrigation pre. ject in Montana, to the Pacific Coast Construction company of Portland, Ore., for the sum of $142,825, Thi, dam Is to be a rock filled timber er. bed structure across the Yellowstone at the head work of the canal, abort 18 miles northeast of Glendive and according to the terms of the contract, will be completed February 1. 19h From Glenham_ the Chicago, Mik waukee & St. Paul road will pass through Borman and Schnasco cour ties in South Dakota, and will eat through the southwestern corner of North Dakota in Nettinger and Bow man counties, From there it will tm into Custer county, Montana. The road crosses the Northern Pacife at ‘Terry and parrallels that road and the Yellowstone river to Miles Clty and Forsythe, then it strikes off in a northwesterly direction to the Mus selshell river to Yellowstone county, following the river to Harlowton and Lombard. Here the Montant railroad in operation from Lewiston to Harlow. ton will connect as a feeder. From Lombard the main Hne will cross the mountains to Butte. A chain of strange fatalities seems to be connected with C. 0. Mosier, ranchman living some miles west of | Red Ladge. Mosier fell off a haystack Friday and was instantly killed. ‘Tw | years ago his oldest son, Oliver, was involved in a murder and holdup and Jie now a fugitive from Justice. Some | months after this a son in law wa 3 killed in the raiiroad yards at Billings | His widow gave birth to twins le than a month after his death, an |the Uttle ones died during the eft '|demeic of smallpox that raged in Bill '|ings a year ago. COMING EVENTS. Pacifie Northwest Photographers association, Spokane, September 64 ‘Trades and Labor congress of Can- ada, Victorla, B. C., September 10, B. P. O. E. convention, Billings, Mont., September 10-12, , Washington State Medical assocle tion, Spokane, September 11-13. Walla Walla county republican com vention, ‘Walla Walla, Wash, Sép tember 15. Montana state republican conven tion, Helena, Mont., September 15. Royal Arch Masons, grand chapter Helena, Mont., September 18. Montana State Baptist association East Gallatin, September 15-18, Washington State Grocers’ ass elation, Spokane, September 26-27. Washington Synod of Presbyterian church Walla Walla, October 4 Reunion of United Confederate Vet erans, Townsend, Ment., October 11. Ortgon Irrigation association, Hoo! River, October 11-13. Idaho Bankers’ convention, Coet! d'Alene, October 12-13 Oregon State Teachers’ associate Salem, November 26.28. Washington State Funeral Direct ors’ convention. Walla Walla, Septem ber 18-20. Fairs Washington— Spokane _Intersta’, September 24 to October 6; state falt North Yakima, September 17-22; Whit man county, “Colfax, October 14: ‘Snohomish, Everett, August 27Se” tember 1; Walla Walla, ‘October 14; Puyallup, October 2-6; Wilbur, Oct i 16-19; Sunnyside, September 1 Montana—State fair, Helena, Octo ber 1-6; Cascade county, Great Falls September 25-29; Madison cout Twin Bridges, September 20-22; Tele® county, Chocteau, September 1841 Oregon—State fair, Salem, Septet ber 10-15; Baker City, September ¥ 22; Hood River, October 11-13 Idaho—Intermountain, Boise, Of ber 15-20; Lewiston-Clarkston, Lew ton, October 8-15. British Columbia—Provincial « hibition, New Westminster. Octobe 2-6; Eburne, Septamber 2627; OM liwark, September, 20-21; Cloverdal®, September 25; Langley. Septemys 26; Ganges Harbor. 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MULE TEAM BORAX Will Sterilize All Articles of Clothing, Acting as an Antiseptic and Preventing Odor from Prespiration. All dealers Free Sample Borax and Borax Soap, Booklet a D Surveyor If Use are in colors, for 19 eats and Two pints. FAGELEG COAST BORAX Oakland, Cal. Season 1906-1907 Egan Dramatic and Operatic School Opens September 15th. Prepares for dramatic and operatic stage and places graduates in six months. Forty graduate now with traveling company. Send for catalog. Egan Dramatic and Operatic School, Egan Hall, Arcade Bld'g, Seattle, Wn. FRANK C. EGAN, Principal. Spokane N U No 36 06 How Good Turn to 8pokane N U No 36 06 DECAY is not digestion, you know, even when it takes place in the stomach. Food decayed in the body after being eaten is as dangerous to health as food decayed before being eaten. Food nourishes or poisons, just according to how long it remains in the Bowels undigested. Cascarets are the simplest and surest safeguard against Delayed Digestion yet discovered. --- Sold in a thin Enamel Box, half as thick as your watch, which fits into the vest pocket or lady's purse as if it grew there. In this round-edged Enamel Box are found six small Candy Tablets. One of these toothsome tablets works wonders for digestion. Soon as placed in the mouth it starts the Saliva flowing, which at once gets to work dissolving it. The Saliva becomes blended with the Candy Cascaret tablet, and from the moment they start going down your throat together they start working together. Now, what do they work at? Bowel-work, of course—Digestion. --- Most of the Digestion occurs in the thirty feet of intestines that connect with the Stomach. They are lined with a set of little mouths, that squeeze Digestive Juices into the Food eaten. The Digestive Juices thus mix with the food, just as Saliva mixes with Cascaret tablets, dissolving and changing that food into nourishment, as it passes along the channel. August Kruger, a wealthy Potawomie county man, went insane suddenly at his residence in the town of Hancock, Iowa. From his front porch he fired a rifle into a crowd of men who were passing and dangerously wounded Dr. Albert Stevens. He shot several times, wounding Jesse Sidebottom, Frank Johnson and James Duncan, all well know residents of Hancock. A mob of citizens organized, armed with revolvers and guns, surrounded Kruger's house and riddled it with bullets. Kruger was shot four times, but not dangerously. According to secret reports received by the central authorities at Milan, the fire at Milan exhibition is attributed to the work of anarchists. "Neither side can whip the other," is the statement heard everywhere in Havana, regarding the insurrection, and it may be construed as the growing opinion of thoughtful persons throughout the islands. From Seward, Alaska, comes the report that Robert Rowan and M. H. Lee have been bound over to the federal court charged with burning a cannery at Coffee creek, Mushagak bay, on June 1, in which seven men who were asleep were burned to death. Rain sometimes falls in Italy colored with sand from the African deserts. WORN TO A SKELETON. A Wonderful Restoration Caused a Sensitilion in a Pennsylvania Town. Mrs. Charles M. Preston of Elkland, Pa., says: "Three years ago I found that my housework was becoming a burden. I tired easily, had no ambition and was fading fast. My complexion got yellow, and I lost over 50 pounds. My thirst was terrible, and there was sugar in the kidney secretions. My doctor kent burden. I tired easily, had no ambition and was fading fast. 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But, when the Bowel-Muscles are weak, the Food moves too slowly to stimulate the little Gastric Mouths and there is no flow, or too little flow of Digestive Juice, to change the food into nourishment. Then, the food decays in the Bowels, and in the thirty feet of Intestines. When this Decay begins the little suction pumps draw Poison from the decayed Food, into the blood, instead of the Nutrition it should have drawn. Now, Cascarets contain the only combination of drugs that Stimulates these Muscles of the Bowels and Intestines just as a Cold Bath, or open-air Exercise, stimulates a Lazy Man. Cascarets therefore act like Exercise. Cascarets therefore are the best result that a Six Mile walk in the country would produce, without any injurious Chemical effect. The Vest Pocket Cascaret Box is sold by all Druggists, at Ten Cents. Be sure you get the genuine, made only by the Sterling Remedy Company, and never sold in bulk. Every tablet stamped "CCC." --- FREE TO OUR FRIENDS! We want to send to our friends a beautiful Free-to-designed, GOLD-PLATED BONNON BOX, hard-encained in colors. It is a beauty for the dressing table. Ten cents in stamps is asked as a measure of good faith and to cover cost of Cascade with which this dainty gift is sent. To send-to-day, please fill this paper. Address: Free-to-design Company, Chicago or New York. Is Determined to Fight the Matter Through and Suppressing the Insurrection—Will Soon Have 8000 Men in the Field—War Preparations Going on in Havana—Loss in Crops. Havana, Sept. 3.—Hopes of those who tentatively suggested a proposition or mutual concession as a means of causing the rebellion were shattered Sunday when President Palma called General Geoco, one of the proposed peace commissioners, to the palace and informed him that the government has no concessions to offer or accept and no intention other than fighting the matter through and suppressing the insurrection. General Menocal, who headed the list of the proposed commissioners, sent word to the promoters of the project that he would have nothing to do with it unless he could approach the insurgents with a definite offer of some kind from President Palma. The promoters, however, are not entirely discouraged, and another meeting may be held later. The Associated Press has learned from a source ordinarily absolutely reliable that the inner circles of the government had about reached a tentative understanding that if the government was unable to control the insurrection by September 15, it would ask for the assistance of the United States, but when this assertion was broached to the members of the government, it was met with such an emphatic denial as to leave no room for doubting that whatever the government may have decided, it has decided to see the tung through by all the force of arms it can command and abide by the results. The number of daily enlistments is not known, as the work is being carried on in so many different places, but the expectation is to have 8000 men in the field, exclusive of volunteers and regulars. The planters see no prospect either of getting men to do their work or of borrowing money for developing the crops. War preparations in Havana are unceasing. The loss to the cattle interests will be from $20,000,000 to $30,000,000. Concerning the sugar crop, a paper says that a continuation of the trouble for two months will mean a loss of from 100,000 to 200,000 tons on account of the lack of labor. It reckons the losses to the fruit crop at about $4,000,000, and says all these losses can at most only be partially remedied unless there is a prompt effort for peace or the immediate assistance of the United States is requested. Colonel Avalos' command is returning to San Juan de Martínez, for the reasons, as given by the colonel, that he has received no orders from General Rodríguez that provisions at Guanes were running low, and the same would obtain if he occupied other small towns, and that Pino Guerrera does not want to fight anyway. FRISCO STRIKE DECLARED OFF San Francisco, Sept. 5. — The carmen's union havevoted to go back to work and submit the question of wages and hours to arbitration. This action was taken at a mass meeting of the union. Before becoming effective, however, it must be ratified by the seven affiliated union. This, it is thought, will be easily obtained and as a result the strike will be declared off. ED FENTOV MURDERS WIFE THEN COMMITS SUICIDE Pullmua, Wash., Sept. 5. A'brutal murder, followed by the suicide of the murderer, occurred in the Alton lodging house Tuesday evening, when El Fenton of Orofino, Idaho, shot and instantly killed his wife Bessie and sent a bullet through his own brain. Fenton's acts were deliberate and intentional, as is proved by a letter to his children, of which he has four, all boys, found in his pocket. In this letter he told his little one that he was compelled to kill their mother and himself, as they had quarreled for 14 years and there was no hope of living together peacefully. The letter told of the location of the farm, where to find his insurance papers and bade them goodby. The shooting was witnessed by Mrs. Larrick, proprietress of the logging house, who narrowly escaped' the first b tttle fired by the murderer, as it pas- ed through the door through which she made her exit, holding her baby in her arms, she being struck by the breaking glass. Fenton's hand bears a gash probably made by the knife with which his wife was reeling pears when he attacked le: Fenton was 42 years old and his wife 34. They had been married 16 years. The tradegy created a sensation in Pullman and crowds of the morbidly curious have visited the Alton house to view the bodies. In the Indian ocean only 370 out of 16,306 islands are inhabited. CASTORIA The Kind You Have Always Bought has borne the signature of Chas. H. Fletcher, and has been made under his personal supervision for over 30 years. Allow no one to deceive you in this. Counterfeits, Imitations and "Just-as-good" are but Experiments, and endanger the health of Children-Experience against Experiment. Castoria is a harmless substitute for Castor Oil, Paregoric, Drops and Soothing Syrups. It is Pleasant. It contains neither Opium, Morphine nor other Narcotic substance. Its age is its guarantee. It destroys Worms and allays Feverishness. It cures Diarrhoea and Wind Colic. 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The blood endeavors to throw off the poisons and accumulations which have formed in the system, and been absorbed by it, from the inactive winter life, and calls upon every member to assist in the elimination. The system is often unequal to the struggle, the appetite grows fickle, the energies give way, the spirits are depressed, and a general rundown condition is the result. Then the body must have assistance it must be strengthened and aided by a tonic, and S. S. S. is the ideal one. Being made entirely from roots, herbs and barks, it does not disagreeably affect the system in any way as do most of the so-called tonics on the market, which contain Potash or some other harmful mineral ingredient to derange the stomach and digestion, unfavorably affect the bowels, or otherwise damage the health. S. S. S. tones up the stomach and digestion and assists in the assimilation of food; it rids the system of that always-tired, worn-out feeling, and imparts vigor and tone to every part of the body. It reestablishes the healthy circulation of the blood, stimulates the sluggish organs, and calms the unstrung nerves which make one feel that he is on the verge of prostration. S. S. S gives an appetite and relish for food that nothing else does, and by its use we can find ourselves with as hearty, hungry an appetite in Spring as at any other season. It acts more promptly and gives better and more lasting results than any other remedy, and is absolutely safe because of its vegetable purity. Dyspeptic, irritable, nervous, debilitated people will find S. S. S. is just the medicine that is needed for the purification of the blood, which, from its diseased or impure condition, is causing their trouble, as well as for toning up and helping the entire system. 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Deafness Cannot Be Cured by local applications as they cannot reach the diseased portion of the ear. There is only one way to cure deairness, and that is by constitutional remedies. Deairness is caused by an inflammation of the mucous lining of the Eustachian Tube. When this tube is inflamed you have a rumbling sound or imperfect hearing, and when it is entirely closed, Deairness can be taken out and that is the inflammation can be condition, hearing will be destroyed forever; nine cases out of ten are caused by Catarrh, which is nothing but an inflamed condition of Deairness (caused by catarrh) that cannot be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Send forcircuars, free J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, O. Sold by Druggists, 75c. Hall's Family Pills are the best. Gretchen—I'd give anything if I knew who it was that kissed Ella on the way home from the ball last night. Hans—Will you give me a kiss if I tell you? Gretchen—Yes. (Kisses him.) Hans—It was me.—Meggendorfer. Lone Bandit Gives Tourists Touch of Western Life. Wawona, Cal., Sept. 3.—At 1:30 p.m. m. Sunday, three miles from Ahwahnee, a Yosemite stage was held up. The robber appeared at a bend in the road, and told the driver to come on up. The driver drove until he was within a few feet of the robber, then stopped. Then the robber ordered the passengers out. The driver was told to go on some 50 feet more. The bandit then lined the passengers up in the road. Wertemer Bishop of New York was the first searched. The robber saw to it that no small change was left in his pocket. Mr. Bishop lost $7.50. Mr. Bishop snapped the robber's picture. He says the robber's voice was very low and calm. He worked carlessly, and every chance was given the driver to shoot him had he had a gun. Men and women gave all their cash and jewelry. General Edward S. Bragg's pension of $50 a month, by a special act of congress, finds him in his 80th year. 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The private train, which has just been completed at the Denver & Rio Grande shops in Pueblo, is composed of three cars, a commissary car, a sleeping car and an observation and a dining car. RANCH FOR SALE IN SOUTHERN OREGON. Eighteen miles from Medford, seven miles from Gold Hill; 120 acres, 80 of which are cleared and partly in alfalfa. First-class fruit land, New house and barn, good water. Will the place, including machinery, three horses, cow, two wagons, etc., for $6,000, $4,400 cash, balance in two, three, four and five years at 6%. Must sell at once; therefore am offering the property at fully $1,100 under its present value. Address owner, L. M. Fisher, Gold Hill, Oregon. After many scientific laboratory trials it has been proved that from the bulb of the coffee bean a good quality and large quantity of alcohol can be extracted. Heretofore the bulb has been useless. The Poet—So you don't think you can use my poem? The Editor—Oh, I don't know. You might see if it's big enough to cover that broken pane of glass—Tid-Bits. It is asserted that the drum was the first musical instrument used by human beings. For Thin, Poor Blood You can trust a medicine tested 60 years! Sixty years of experience, think of that! Experience with Ayer's Sarsaparilla; the original Sarsaparilla; the Sarsaparilla the doctors endorse for thin blood, weak nerves, general debility. But even this grand old medicine cannot do its best work if the liver is inactive and the bowels constipated. For the best possible results, you should take laxative doses of Ayer's Pills while taking the Sarsaparilla. Made by J. C. Ayer Co., Lowell, Mass. Also manufacturers of HAIR VIGOR. AGUE CURE. CHERRY PECTORAL. We have no secrets! We publish the formulas of all our medicines. God give us men. A time like this D mands srong minds, great heads. True faith, and ready hands. Men whom the lust of office cannot kill; Men whom the spoils of office cannot buy; Men who possess opinions and a will; Men who have honor; men who will The Plaindealer 'Phone Number is 727 L. Phone us your locals. Arthur Palmer, accompanied by his family and Jas. Howard biked to the tall timber up on the Mussleshell last Monday, where he will spend his vacation of two weeks hunting and fishing. Wm. Irvin went out on a hunting expedition last Saturday. He reports that his usual luck was against him, and that he was not successful in bringing down his usual quota of the teathery tribe. The Edison Theatre has an exceptionally strong line of attractions this week. Editor J. B. Bass is in Butte this week looking after the inter- ests of THE PLAINDEALER. W. E. Scott has returned to the city. Labor Day was generally observed in Helena. A great crowd was out at the exercises at Central Park. What will James Crump do for recreation when the baseball season closes. Rev. Jordan Allen is working hard closing up his Conference year, and wants all his friends to remember him. W. C. Rose bought a new suit to attend the Harrison At Home, and then could not attend. What's the matter Tex? For one of those best smiles go to the Luzon. There are so many Andersons in Helena that the Smiths, Jones and Browns are getting jealous. The report that Nora Mentzel was brought back and incarcerated in the County Bastile is erroneous. As the Sheriff says, she is not boarding with him 4% COMPOUNDED TWICE A YEAR 4% Savings Accounts Opened from $1 Upwards WE RECEIVE DEPOSITS BY MAIL on ex- actly the same terms as though made in person at the Bank. The mails are entirely safe and are convenient. People in all parts of the country transact banking in UNION BANK AND TRUST COMPANY HELENA, = = MONTANA. Mrs. Harrison Entertains On Thursday, Aug. 23d, Mrs Jefferson Harrison threw open the doors of her cosy home, 518 Hollins St. to the enjoyment and delectation of her Helena acquaintances, and it was one of the most enjoyable At Homes that has ever been given in the city There were over eighty who responded to their invitations. The lawn was spread with rugs, and Japanese lanterns were profusely hung from the over-hanging branches of the trees, making, withal, a beautiful scene. The ladies vied with each other in looking their best, and many handsome gowns were worn; diamonds and rare jewels were a common commodity. The interior was beautifully arranged; the beautiful punch bowl service was supurb. The evening was spent BANK BY MAIL in a social way,—conversation, music, etc. Mrs. Harrison as a hostess proved to be one of the very best, and all left with a kindly feeling for her welcome and hospitality. Miles York had to pay a visit to the city Pound Master this week to reclaim his cow which strayed away. The police have declared a warfare against the idlers and gentry without visible means of support. This means that that class must go to work or skidoo. Quite a bunch of money changed hands among the Helena sporting clan on the Gans & Nelson fight. The Grand United Order of Odd Fellows are holding their Grand Lodge in Salt Lake this week. The local Helena Lodge is represented by proxy. J. C. Brown has returned to Helena to take charge of Lloyd's Tailoring Department. The Dog and Pony Show which held forth in this city Monday was an exceptionally good one. Lost, strayed or stolen? Our city circulator, Pleasant Draper, we have completely lost track of him. Jos. Mays returned to the city Monday from a long stay in the mountains where he had been engaged as chef. One of the artists at the Edison Theatre sang on Sunday night a parody in which it was "Goodbye Joe Gans, Goodbye." We did not attend Monday night to hear what he sang, but it would be interesting to know. Mrs. Ada Booth is reported on the sick list this week. Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Hooper celebrated Labor Day driving a party of friends, consisting of Mrs. H. J. Baker, Mrs. Carrie Lucas and Miss Ruth, up the gulch to Unionville. They report a delightful day. There will be a Grand Musicale and Supper given by the Ladies' Sewing Circle at St. James next Friday evening for the benefit of the church; everybody is especially asked to turn out. The Ladies' Sewing Circle met at the parsonage Thursday. Walter E. Scott, who returned to the city last week has gone to Butte, which place he will make his future home. The public schools open next Monday. Do not fail to attend the various ward primaries Tuesday evening. (Concluded from p. 1.) carried rapidly in the hand of the American negro. We have done more in the last thirty-five years in civilizing and Christianizing in native Africa than any other people in the length of time. I believe that God intends for us to complete Christian civilization as we have commenced it, therefore we should be closely communicated with each other in order that we may carry out our work successfully. I am your humble servant, Rev. J. R. Bass. Butte Notes. Mrs. S. Leachmon of Anaconda arrived in our city Wednesday, and expects to remain permanently. Mrs. L. Lucas returned to the city after a short stay in Spokane, Wash. Mr. J. Smith returned to the city after a three weeks' stay in Brown Lake. Miss Gladys Brown returned home after a two weeks' visit to Bonita, Mont. Miss S. White left Tuesday for Spokane, Wash. Rev. Jones' little son who was reported very sick last week is very much improved. Mrs. E. Duff of Anaconda paid a pleasant visit to Butte Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. H. Fletcher were in the city Sunday from the ranch. Mr. and Mrs. L. Rives left Saturday for Salt Lake. Mr. W. Jones left Sunday to attend the Grand Lodge, G. U. O. of O. E. which convenes in Salt Lake. Mrs. J. Wild will leave Monday for Salt Lake. Rev. Jordan Allen was in the city last week. Mr. C. C. Campbell, Mrs. E. Hill, Mrs. A. C. Livingston, of St. Paul were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. Wilds Wednesday evening. Mr. Harry Jacob of Helena, formerly was a resident of our city. Mrs. Meeks and Mrs. Richardson of Helena arrived in our city last Monday. Mr. John Davis left Saturday to attend the Grand Lodge which convenes in Salt Lake City. Pat. P. Smith. HORSESHOEING and BLACKSMITHING. 15 S. PARK AVE, Helena, Mont. Eugene Bourquin Dealer in Sawed and Split Wood and COAL. Yard, 437 W. Main St. Residence 370 Water St. 'Phone 632-F. Helena, Mont. GENTRAL BEER HALL Henry Rossman Proprietor. Telephone 136. 118 S. MAIN ST. - Helena, Mont. MISS MAMIE WALTON. TEACHER OF PIANOFORTE. STUDIO 109 JEFFERSON ST. Terms Easy. NOTICE NOTICE The Western Negro Press Association will hold its next Annual Meeting in the city of Colorado Springs, Colorado, on September 21 and 22, 1906. All newspapers west of the Mississippi are requested to send representatives. All business men are requested to participate in the meeting. This session will be one of the most important meetings ever held, and will be of very great importance to the race. Matters of importance to the race in the great West will be under consideration, and as we are nearing another presidential contest, it is important that we exchange views now. We urge that a large attendance be present at this meeting. W. H. DUNCAN President Colorado Springs, Colorado NICK CHILES Chairman Executive Committee Topeka, Kansas W. H. TWINE Secretary Muskogee, Indian Territory ADVERTISE in the Plaindealer. BUTTE ANNEX BAR, Choice Wines, Liquors and Cigars Phone 778. - 39 E. Broadway Butte, Mont. SILVER CITY CLUB Billiard and Pool Tables in Connection. All Appointments UP-T0-DATE 381% E. Park Ace. Butte, Mont. J. Eisler, Prop. Fruits, Vegetables, Butter. Eggs, Poultry, FiSh and Oysters. 124 West Park St., Butte, Mont. Phone 54. Joseph Richards The Oldest Exclusive Undertaker in the City Office Always Open 140 West Park St. PHONE 307 BUTTE, MONT. The Family Theatre, High Class Vaudeville; Change of Program Weekly. Three Shows Daily, 3, 7:45 and 9 p. m. Popular Prices 10, 20 and 30c. G. F BROWN, Fashionable Tailor and Draper Full Line of Imported and Domestic Woolens Always on Hand. 113 N. MAIN ST. - Helena, Mont. UNION LAUNDRY GO., 116-120 Broadway, Phone 13. Helena, Montana. JACOB POST. CIGARS AND TOBACCO 59 S. MAIN ST., Distributor for Cherry Helena Mont. Diamond Cigars. Strangers visiting the Capitol City will be given a hearty welcome at all times at the Manhattan Club. 17 South Main Street. Helena Mont G. P. ANDERSON, MGR. F. R. ANDERSON, STEWARD. The Delmonico Boarding and Rooming House. House Thoroughly Renovated. Everything First Class. Mrs. Dinah Brooks, PROPRIETRESS C. J. Bausch, Tinner. TIN, COPPER and SHEET IRON WORK Stove and Furnace work a Specialty. 315 N. JACKSON ST: - Helena, Mont. DALTON & RICHARDSON Furniture and Household Goods, Agents for Acorn Stoves and Ranges. 335 N. MAIN ST. Telephone 426 B Helena, Montana. The New York Dry Goods Store. Helena, Montana PRIGES FO WOMEN'S COATS Women's Coats, last season's styles, regular $10.00 to $15.00 values . . $1.95 LAW Ladies' waist now PRIGES FOR SEPTEMBER CHILDREN'S HOSE Children's 15c grade Black Ribbed Hose, expansion knee, all sizes, pair . 10c CALICO WRAPPERS Calico Wrappers, regular $1.50 values, your choice 75c SURGEON'S CLOTH 5c 10-inch Unbleached Sur- geon's Cloth, per yard . 3½c WOMEN'S VESTS Women's 65c and 75c Vests, low neck, sleeveless, colors, blue white and pink . 45c Misses' Ribbed splice SATE $1.50 Siz se EVER 27-inch Gingh stripes WO Women' Cotton MEN'S UNDERWEAR Men's Balbriggan Under- wear, elastic ribbed or flat 75c values, choice . . . 45c LADIES' UMBRELLAS Ladies' 26-inch Steel Rod Umbrellas, regular $1.75 and $2.00 grade . . . $1.45 CHILDREN'S PANTS 75c and 85c Children's Wool Vests or Pants, odds and ends, choice . . . . 50c HEL PACKING - AND - I WHO Oysters, Fish, Poultry, Fruit Helena, PLEASANT Steel Rod Regular $1.75 $1.45 PANTS Children's Wool odds and 50c PARASOLS Our entire stock of Ladies' and Children's Parasols for Thursday . . . 20 percent off INDIA LINEN 15c Beautiful Sheer India Linen for Waists, yard .10c CHALLIES 8 1.3c Challies for Cou- ers, in Oriental desig- choice, per yard . . . WASH CLOTHS 6 1.4c Turkish and Kina- Wash Cloths, your chie- each . . . . . . . $10 Helena AND PROVISION COMPANY WHOLESALE Sh, Poultry, Fruit, Vegetables, Butter and Eggs. Helena, . . . Montana. CASANT J. DRAPER, Oysters, Fish, Poultry, Fruit, Vegetables, Butter and Eggs. Helena, Montana. Chiropodist You are Always Welcome AT THE LUZON Saloon All Appointments Up-To-Date Bordon & Irvin, Props. . Main St., HELENA, MONT. Leave Orders at 19 You are Always AT THIS $ All Appointment Gordon & I 116 So. Main St., Leave Orders at 19 South Main Street. What They Say About The Plaindealer "A very excellent journal."—Col. J. H. Rice, State Treasurer. "You are making a splendid paper."—Hon. J. M. Kennedy, City Clerk, Butte. "I want to tell you of direct results I have received from my advertisement in your paper."—M. M. Henniger, President Helena Packing and Provision Co. Dorsey, Chorister, Florence Anders Prayer Meeting Wednesday Evening meeting, Friday evenings. R. J. Fletcher Lodge No. 101, A. M., meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month in the Lucas Blvd. I. Ford, W. M.; Jas. Crump, S. W. Rivers, J. W. Geo. Alexander, Secy Dorsey, Treas. Byrd Lodge No. 11, A. F. and A. M. the first and third Monday evening month at 14 1-2 S. Main St. H. W. M.; G. M. Lee, S. W.; J. Harris Chas Eton Seymour, W. G. Carey, T. "A splendid paper. I like it better than any paper of it's kind I ever saw."—Mr. Davis, Butte. "You are getting out a great paper and writing fine; keep the good work up."—Ira Smith, Foreman Topeka Plaindealer. "Keep the good work up; we are with you Father Abraham 10,000 strong." Chas. Smith, Havre, Mont. "You have a very creditable journal."—Hon. E. W. King, Bozeman. "Neat in mechanical make up, newsy and highly creditable."—Butte Evening News. Please notify this office when you change your address; or if your paper does not reach you regularly each week. Church and Society Directory. St. James' African Methodist Episcopal church, located at Co., 5th Ave. and Hoback street, Rev. Jordan Allen, Pastor. Services Sunday at 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Sunday School, 2 p. m., A. Marshall, Supt., Carrie --- INFANTS' BONNETS infants' White India Linen Bonnets, 65c and 75c grade choice 15c Manicuring Dorsey, Chorister, Florence Anderson, Sec. Prayer Meeting Wednesday Evening. Chur- meeting, Friday evenings. R. J. Fletcher Lodge No. 101, A. F. and A. M, meets the first and third Wednesday even- ings of each month in the Lucas Block. R. I. Ford, W. M.; Jas. Crump, S. W.; W. H. Rivers, J. W. Geo. Alexander, Sec'y.; W. R. Dorsey, Treas. Byrd Lodge No. 11, A. F. and A. M, meets the first and third Monday evening of each month at 14 1-2 S. Main St. H. J. Baker W. M.; G. M. Lee, S. W.; J. Harris, J. W. Chas, Ecton, Sec'y; W. C. Rose, Treas. Bethsheba Lodge, O. E. S., meets the and 4th Thursday evenings of each month in their hall in the Lucas Block. Mrs. C. Johnson, W. M.; Mrs. N. Ford, A. M.; Albert Napper, W. P.; Mrs. M. Simmons, Treats, Mrs. C. C. Matthews, Sect.; Mrs. Jos. Clark, Con; Mrs. J. Harrison, A. B; M. O. J.nett, W.; Chas. Johnson, S.; Mrs. L. Napper A.; Mrs. Jas. Crump, R.; Mrs. M. A. Cole, Esther; Mrs. E. Dorsey, M.; Mrs. George Alexander, Electa. Golden City Lodge No. 3455; G. U. of O F., meets the first and third Tuesday evenings of each month. R. Brown, N. G.; J. M. Reed, V. G.; J. Howard, P. N. G.; N. Ford, P. S.; W. Parker, E. S; W. Cottles, Treats; J. W. Crump, N. F.; Albert Marshall, Chapain; W. Mason, Warden; J. Ingram, I. G; J. Tolbert, P. N. F. Household of Ruth, No. 542, meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday evening of each month. Mrs. Salie Ford, M. N. G.; Mrs. Lucy Nicholson, P. M, N. G.; Mrs. Elanora Johnson, R. N. G.; Mrs. Carrie Johnson, N. G.; Mrs. Georgia Irvin, W. R. Pride of Montana Lodge, No. 4. K., of P., meets the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings of each month at A. R. Hall. J. W. Crump, C. C., H. Robinson, V. C., S. Smith, M. of F.; W. Cotties, M. of E.; J. H. Howard, K of R. and S.; M. of D, m at A.; Geo. Harrison, O. G.; W. C. Irvin, I. G.; A. Napper, Prelate.