Adams County News from Ritzville, Washington • Page 3

LOCAL mm IDE WEEK TOO ETHER WITH A PERSONAL MENTION Op THOSE IN THE JIOVINO PANORAfIA OP LOCAL HISTORY J. S. McChesney and W. J. McChesney of Delight, are in town from the southern part of the county.

They are old residents of that section, having located there in 1887. Their abiding faith in the country since the first day they settled in the famous "Sand Hills" has resulted in making them well off financially, and today they are classed among the leading independent farmers of Adams county. We acknowledge a pleasant call from the genial gentlemen. W.V. Skillman, a druggist whose place of business was at 717 Riverside avenue, Spokane, has filed a petition with the United States court to be adjudged a bankrupt.

The value of his securities was estimated by him at Jeanette Doerr holds a chattel mortgage for (2,100, and the petitioner owed the Spokane Drug company (2.704. Mr. Skillman formerly resided here and has a wide acquaintance among the people of Adams county. Water rents are due and collectible in advance at the office of the city clerk on the first day of each month. Failure to pay at the time prescribed by ordinance incurs liability of water being discontinued and penalty of a fine being added and charged up against the property.

Read the "Notice to Water Consumers" appearing in this issue. Mr. and Mrs. Lane E. Paskill started east Monday evening, going from New York city south to Galveston, and possibly visiting Port Arthur before their return.

They will be absent a month or longer. Mr. C. E. Preston takes Mr.

Paskill's place as Northern Pacific station agent during the interim. Dr. C. Edson Gates of Rochester, arrived in the city this morning seeking a location in some good town in which to settle and practice his profession. The young man is a finished graduate in medicine and comes with splendid recommendations.

Mrs. F. C. Henneberg was taken to the Deaconess' home in Spokane by her husband last week for further treatment. Mr.

Henneberg informs us that she is getting along very well since being removed there and the physicians are much encouraged. The inner workers of the Abams County News office do most certainly render unto the ladies of the Congregational church the heartiest thanks for some skookum cranberry pie and a cake too good to name. Hon. S. A.

Wells, ex-receiver of the U. 8. land office and formerly representative from this county in the state legislature, is in the city from Spokane today looking after his land interests lying northeast of town. M. L.

Burkhart of Washtucna, having sold all his farm machinery and live stock at public sale, is in the city making arrangements to occupy his fine cottage which is nearing completion on west College hill, Mr. and Mrs. C. £. Shipman and daughter, Miss Maryan, left Monday for Southern California to spend the winter.

They leave for the benefit of the gentleman's health and will return next spring. Mr. and Mrs. O. R.

Haight returned Sunday from a seven weeks' trip through the east. While away they visited the fair, Niagara Falls, New York City, the Catskill mountains and other famous resorts. F. North Clark, succeeding H. A.

Roff as Cashier of the Bank of Hatton, accompanied by his wife, were in attendance at "Tony, the Convict," at the opera house Wednesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cargill and two children returned to their home in Helix, Oregon, Tuesday after a two weeks' visit with Mrs. Cargill's parents, Mr.

and Mrs. J. H. King of this city. Mrs.

L. M. Starr, Mrs. Barronett and Mrs. W.

P. Taylor went to Spokane Monday for a short visit with Mrs. G. F. Porter, who leaves soon for Colorado for the benefit of her health.

Miss M. Katienstein and Mrs. Freeze will give an entertainment in the Congregational church on Thursday evening, December under the auspices of the ladies' Aid society. Mr. Porter writes us saying that he will return to Ritzville on December sth to take charge of his gallery as usual.

His health has much improve'd since he left here. Geo. Janssen and wife are here from Douglas City on a visit to Mrs. Janssen's aged mother, Mrs. John Bunger, on the old home place three miles west of town.

Mrs' F. J. Van Buren, who has been very ill for some days past, was taken to Spokane Wednesday morning to receive medical treatment. H. J.

Allert, county commissioner-elect of Menno, was in Colfax last week on business, passing through town today on his way home. Mrs. Wm. Williamson and son, Lloyd, accompanied Mrs. Maynie to Pendleton, Oregon, where they will spend some time visiting.

Dr. John Johnson was visiting Kahlotus the first of the week and reports crop conditions very favorable in that section. Mrs. L. L.

Lydell came up from Hat ton to attend the funeral of Wm. Williamson, returning next day. Wm. Francis Dorgan and Miss Maggie Estell, both of Lind, were married yesterday in this city. Archie Burkhart son of Mr.

and Mrs. M. L. Burkhart, has been enrolled in the Ritzville high school. Miss Mabel Morrison of Spokane, is visiting her mother, Mrs.

Lettie Morrison, for a tew days. A. J. Burkhart and wife of Washtucna, were shopping town this week. Chris.

Kyriss was down from Spokane Saturday as witness in John Kehner'vs. Hugh Rankin, wherein it was alleged.by plaintiff that a dog of defendant caused a team'to run away 'seriously injuring Mrs. Kehner. The jury awarded $70 damages and the defendant to pay costs of suit. Geo.

Schnell has lately purchased a hay farm in the vicinity of Cheney and will soon remove his family to the new home. Mr. and Mrs. Schnell have lived here nearly all their lives and in their departure we lose a most worthy couple who will always be gladly welcomed in any community where they may be known. Miss Josephine O'Leary of Davenport, has been employed to teach in the Ritiville schools, the addition in teachers being necessary on account of the large attendance, which is phenomioal for a town the size of Ritiville.

Th'os. Durry was in town Monday, leaving for his' Walla Walla home yesterday. The genial gentleman owns a large tract of farming land south of town which brings a neat income under a lease on shares of crop. A. F.

Stoops has succeeded C. E. Barronett in the dray business and the latter will soon leave for Colorado, where he has land interests. His family will remain here for a time. Card of Thanks.

To the neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us during the Illness and at the death of our dear companion and father, we desire to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude. Mrs. Wm.Williamson and Family. Nov. 23, IQO4.

Notice of Primary. All electors of the town of Ritzville, who are opposed to the whole or any part of the ticket nominated for city offices at Tuesday's meeting, or to the methods by which the same was nominated, are requested to meet at the court room in the court house at Ritzville, on Saturday night, November 26, 1904, at 8 p. for the purpose of placing in nomination candidates for a city ticket to be voted for at the election to be held December 6, 1904. J. E.

Prouty, J. L. Frost, W.J Bennington, Geo. F. Christensen, C.

E. Hershberger, J. F. Irby, F. R.

Burroughs, F. P. French, W. H. Davenny, W.

R. Cunningham, C. F. Clodius, Sr. Win.

Snyder. Lind Locals. Col. D. J.

Zent and son, George, of Colville, were here visiting with another son, Attorney D. W. Zent, Monday. Dr. L.

L. Sutton and wife of llatton, are visiting their nephew, Mayor John T. Dirstine, this week. Fred D. Vincent, a prominent farmer of Rattlesnake flat, was a Spokane business visitor the first of the week.

A masquerade ball will be given at Bloomer's hall Thanksgiving night. Supper will be at the Commercial hotel. Friday evening a Citizens' ticket was nominated by public caucus at Bloomer's hall, Mayor Dirstine presiding, and the following ticket named: Mayor J. W. Henderson; councilmen.

Wo. John Krehbiel, W. B. Ashcroft; treasurer, E. T.

Copp. The caucus was lively with two slates and great opposition. It is expected that another ticket will be named, but the Citizens' ticket is worthy of the support of good cirizens. The opposing faction is composed largely of the saloon element. BUSINESS LOCALS.

For with private table board. Mrs. Georgia Johnson, St. Man and wife want work, ranch work preferred. L.

Holscher, at C. Lemman's. buy a farm, wheat payments, on reasonable terms. J. A.

T. Inquire at this office. King, the optician from Spokane, will be at Dr. Burrough's office Dec. 2nd and 3rd.

Do you need glasses? All the latest books just arrived. New reading for young and old. Thieu Drug Co, Reider's orchestra will furnish music for dances and other parties on short notice. Satisfaction guaranteed. Oct.

I2tf. Hi op in and look over our line of Suits and Overcoats for men and boys. We can save you money at the Boston Store. For Must be sold. One second-hand Piano.

Easy payments if wanted, Address P. O. Box 508, Ritzville, Wash. tf Highest prize was awarded at the St. Louis fair to the Star Brand of Shoes.

We sell them exclusively at the Boston Store. Clothes cleaned and pressed at Reider's, opposite and in front of the court house. Ladies' work a specialty. Prices moderate. Oct I2tf.

Why the Star Brand Shoes received the highest award at the St. Louis World's fair. Because they are better. Sold at the Boston Store. To farm 5 miles from Lind to exchange for Ritzville property Clarence E.

Straight, Nov. 16 4t Lind. Wash. For Sale new cottage and three lots, 100x150 feet, large barn and good outbuildings, fine cellar and green house, city water on premises, one lock from the new school house. G.

S. THE ONLY SAFE WAY to keep your valuable papers, is to have a safe deposit box in a fire and burglar Kroof vault The First National Bank as all of these facilities and will rent you a box at a reasonable figure. Your patronage is courteously solicited. We are again In the market for farm loans and we will meet any interest rate anybody else will make and go one better. Our money is unlimited, and the larger the loans the better they suit.

Quick action. No delay. 2ent, Lovell Linn, Ritzville, wash. Why not open a bank account? The First National Bank will assist you to do so by furnishing you with a Home Savings Bank in which to keep your savings until you have accumulated enough to deposit They will open your bank upon presentation and place the contents, of large or small amount, to your credit and pay you interest at 5 per cent from date of credit, interest to be computed and credited to your account on January Ist and July Ist of each year. Try this savings system and you will be surprised at the amount you will accumulate.

It will pay you to investigate. Citizens' Ticket Nominated. Monday mayor issued the following call for a city primary convention: CALL for primaries. Notice is hereby given to the voters of the corporate town of Ritiville, Washington, that the primary election for nominating officers to be balloted on at the municipal election to be held December 6. 1004, will be held in the court house on Tuesday, November 22,1904, at 7:30 o'clock p.

m. The officers to be placed in nomination are a mayor for two years, two councilmen for two years ana a treasurer for one year. Only voters who have registered will be permitted to take part in the primaries. and all such who are interested or desire an honest, capable and progressive city government are earnestly urged to be present and participate ia the proceedings. Dated at Ritiville, November 21,1904.

Very respectfully, F. E. Robbins, Mayor. Pursuant to the foregoing call a large representation of the city electors assembled at the court house at the hour named. Attorney W.

W. Zent rapped the meeting to order. Oscar Adams was chosen as chairman, Geo. F. Christensen secretary, Fred Thiel and W.

H. Martin as assistant secretaries. James Sihiewe and O. E. Lovell acted as tellers.

THE TICKET. For J. W. Lansing, physician and surgeon. For L.

Tinnel, proprietor of the Tinnel block and bowling alley; 9. D. Douglass, telegraph operator and agent for Coe Commission Co. For A. Albert (present incumbent), head bookkeeper of the Ritiville Hardware Co.

Upon the official ballot the name will appear as "Citizens' Ticket." P. A. Davenny, Dr. P. W.

Yearsley, John Bovee, L. P. Baumann and Hans Thomsen were appointed a committee to fill any vacancies that might occur on the ticket through removal, resignation, death or otherwise. The nominations made for mayor and treasurer were the unanimous choice of the meeting, no other names being presented for those two offices. Death of D.

J. Kretzer. "In the last stages of consumption and with but a lew hours to live, D. J. Kretzer, booked at the police station at 4:25 yesterday afternoon as a sleeper, was removed to the Sacred Heart Hospital at noon today," says the Spokane Chronicle of today.

"The man was taken to the police station on a call from the Columbia hotel. He was around the hotel and stated he wanted to spend all his money, as he was to be taken to the poor farm, and they would take all of it from him there. He was acting queerly and was sent to the station by Officer Thompson. "In the morning it was noticed that the man appeared to be very sick and Dr. Gray was sent for.

The doctor ordered his immediate removal to the hospital and stated that he could only live a few hours at the most. "Kretzer has been staying at the Workingman's home for a while past. The day before yesterday he went to 1219 Second avenue to saw some wood, and while there suffered a collapse. The patrol wagon was sent for and he was removed to his room. Yesterday he left and was next seen at the Columbia hotel, from where be was removed to the station, "The man is 38 years of age and unmarried.

It is sai(f that he belongs to a lodge of Masons at Wasco, Oregon. He stated to the police yesterday that he had a brother living at The Dalles, and that there were no other members of the family. He is of slim build and wears a mustache." Daniel J. Kretzer mentioned in the above article, together with his father, brother, ex-Mayor Philip L. Kretzer of this city, now at The Dalles, and Henry W.

Kretzer, now of Cornelius, all resided here from 1888 to about Shadows. William Williamson was born in Duncansville, May 2, 1833, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ida M. Patrick, Ritzville, Washington, Wednesday, November 16, 1904, aged 71 years 6 months and 14 days. In 1850 he moved with his parents to Illinois, and in 1855 married Miss Caroline Grover, who survives him after nearly 50 years of happy companionship.

To them 12 children were born, eight of whom are still living. They are: Mrs. Ida Patrick of this city, Mrs. G. A.

Metz and Mrs. Lloyd Williamson of Hatton, this county; Mrs. W. E. Haynieof Pendleton, Oregon; Mrs.

W. C. Fredden of The Dalles, Oregon, and two sons and a daughter of Humboldt, Nebraska. The four first named were present at the funeral, also Mr. A.

W. Grover and Arthur Grover. brother and nephew of Mrs. Williamson, residing at Helix, Oregon. About two years ago Mr.

Williamson's health began to fail, and with all the medical skill available and the benefit often derived from a change in climate, the faithful, loving care of wife and children, he gradually declined. Although at times a great snfferer during his protracted illness, he bore his suffering with a fortitude seldom patient, uncomplaining. The immediate family deeply feel their loss, which is that of a kind and loving companion and an indulgent father. Dear father, how we miss thee, as we realize thou hast gone to that shore from ahich none return. Wedding Invitation.

Pretty wedding invitations are out for the approaching marriage of two of our young society people, which reads as follows: Mr. nd Albert Bailer raquMt your pnrnot the marriage of their diuiblit, t'l KM. to Kdwerd J. Troyer, At the family realdenoe, Blurllle, Tburedey December eighth, Nine IMB hundred ud lour, at o'clock. Local Players Are Good.

Without doubt the performance of "Tony, the Convict," given by the Ritiville Dramatic club Wednesday evening was a pronounced success in the way ot a production. It was all and more than was expected. Each individual character was brought forward strongly. The appreciation ot the play was shown by the repeated applause, and in spite of trouble with the lights, it was rendered without a hitch. Weary Wayside, or Ralston Holcomb, made a hit in his mirth provoking character as a tramp, and Miss Whitney as Sally, his sweetheart, brought out many good laughs.

A. G. Striker as Judge Van Cruger was more professional than amateurish, even though it was his first attempt, and much is to be hoped from him in future plays. His wife was ably handled by Miss Sanders, as she had the appearance of a fine, elderly lady. Miss Kate Fowler and Mr.

Chittenden carried the audience with their lovers' parts as Lena Van Cruger and Philip Warburton. Miss Florence Fowler as Miss Sedley could not have been placed in better hands, as she was the cranky old maid throughout. James Barclay, the villain, was very well portrayed by Mr. Thompson, and occasioned a hiss now and then from the audience. The warden and negro servant as presented by Henry Rosenoff, gives promise of something very good in the future, as he certainly deserves credit for his work.

Tony Warren, the convict, tranipand gentleman, was in the hands of Mr. Warner, and was all that was expected ot him. It could be easily seen that he had more than embryo ability, as he handled the play and players with ease. The Dramatic club now have a lair start and have a better basis to begin their next play on. Although the financial part of it barely paid expenses, a little was left over for the treasury for future use in purchasing plays and costumes.

THE NEW PHOTO GALLERY UP BY THE SCHOOL HOUSE PHOTOS from 35 cents up GROUPS from 40 cents up Photo Jewelry of all Kinds Photo Buttons all Kinds You are Next! UP BY THE SCHOOL HOUSE Horses and Harness can be brought together satisfactorily. Our harness is made to fit, made to wear, and made to look well. It is really made to sell at slightly higher figures than these prices but that's our business. FINE HARNESS has never been sold cheaper than it can be bought for here. Even the lowest priced goods are not without style.

W. R. Peters. THE PIONEER STATE BANK WILL SHOW YOU tf you'll call, the advantages of paying your by cbecfi. Many a bill baa been paid a second time became the receipt was lost or couldn't be found.

Tblt cannot ocour If you pay by check as your check is a Toucher and Is backed up by our records. YOU AND YOUR WIFE talk it over and then come In and talk ft over with us and open an account. We're giving you good advice. Act on It today BEN ROTH CONTRACTOR. AMD Any kind and ityle of building erected in the beet poaiible manner and in latest and ipecifications prepared from rough (kitchen.

Country and oity a ipecialty. Talk-o-Phone Are you in the market for one of these machines? They help you spend your long winter evenings. They are sold on monthly payments. Pianos at Spokane Prices Come in and see our nice line. They are beauties and are selling cheaper than ever We sell them on easy monthly payments as low as $15, down, balance $0 a month.

Come in and let us tell you about our self playing pianos. We sell Organs. We arc the largest dealers on tlie Coast. EilersPiano House J. A.

ZIMMER, Rltivllle rianager Thomsen Building near Court House. Dinner is not complete without a nice bottle of Choice Wine or Beer. We have a full line of Thanksgiving Liquors and Cigars. Let us supply your table on the (treat Day. FREE DELIVERY Kentucky Wine Liquor Company GRITMAN BUILDING, RITZVILLE, WASH.

p. o. nox 342. 'ntosK 411. COAL WOOD Fur and per cord; yellow pine, tj.i; per cord; black pine, per cord.

Delivered to any part of the city. Star Ice and Fuel Co. doodwln Place Telephone 266 NO TRICKS HERE with what you buy. We don't handle the kind of GROCERIES whose only virtue is an attractive package or gaudy label. The inside is just as good as the outside is pretty with us, Standard groceries at less than standard prices should make this a good place for you to get your Christmas supplies.

Chittenden THE GROCERS. WE CARRY the bread you wholesome well-baked bread. There is a contrast between good and well-baked bread, and bad and half-baked bread; just the same as the contrast between black and white being so marked. Our bread belongs to the good and well-baked class. In its preparation we use the best grade of flour, and bake it to the perfection point, and stop there.

F. J. Van Buren, Proprietor. A It Pays to keep a shaving outfit of your own. We nave a complete line of strops, razors, brushes, etc ROSENOFF CO.

When Sickness Comes I No dinners should be taken. Recovery may depend on the reliability of the remedies employed and the enre with which they are pounded. Ample experience and a stock ol finest drugs enable us to give you absolutely perfect service. A POINT TO KE.IIKMBEK No matter what physician writes your prescription, we can fill it. H.

E. GRITMAN, DRUOOIfT and STATIONER EXTRA SUPER JH Pole Trimmings Cotton Chain Extension Rolls Half Wool Castors Granite Tacks CARPETS I UPHOLSTERY Velvet Portiers Tapestry Couch Covers and Axminster jx, Window Shades KING MERCANTILE co China jP Plain Printed Japan Inlaid MATTING LINOLEUM Cocoa Floor and Napier Oil Cloth PRIZE SHOOTING GALLERY JOHNSON PROCTOR. A GOLD MEDAL WILL BE GIVEN FOR THE BEST RIFLE SHOT IN ADAMS COUNTY UP TO OCTOBER 20 OFFERING OTHER PRIZES EACH WEEK Christmas Will Soon Be Here Those desiring to send money to any part of the world can purchase Bank Money Orders at Greatly Reduced Rates German-American State Bank Ritzville, Washington ABSOLUTELY FREE Ten Railroad tickets to Portland Fair, 1905. We will give you with each purchase a ticket entitling you to a draw on the R. R.

tickets. Buy your goods from us and get these tickets. The goods cost you no more, and you get this as a present free of cost. Myers-Shepley Co. a.

I "1 i ii'i II HERE WE ARE! We will stop at TACOMA WAREHOUSE SPEKRY MILLING CO'S. Warehouse for this is where all are treated alike and the highest market prioe is paid. F. C. HEN NEB ERG.

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