The Colfax gazette. [volume], December 10, 1909, Image 1

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TUB COLFAX GAZETTE.
THIRTY-THIRD YEAR.
LIPPITT ELECTED BY A 816 MAJORITY
People Express Confidence in a Business
Administration—False Reports Sent
Out Act as a Boomerang.
Interest was centered in the election of
mayor last Tuesday by h remarkable
Btatement whii-h appeared in the Spokes
man Review the day before in regard to
the ritiseaahip of Mayor Lippitt, and an
kioasetag that Philip W. Cox wonid be a
"Hticker" candidate for mayor to oppose
liim. Appearing the day before election,
without any chance on the part oi Mayor
l-ippitt to respond through the columns
of the press one way or another, it was
the belief (if mont voters that a "roor
back" peculiar to the methods of former
titneß had been perpetrated, which proved
to be the ea«e.
This is the statement in part which ap
peared in the Review:
"Opponents of William Lippitt, candi
date for the mayoralty, are circulating a
report to the «ffct that Lippitt, who has
voted for years in Colfax and has nerved
as Major for the last year, it* not en
titled to vote, having failed to take out
naturalization papers. ThoM unfavor
able to his re election have induced P.
W. Cox, a wealthy retired pioneer farm
er, t r) stand as a ' sticker ' candidate
against Lippitt. * * • • • •
"Mayor Lippitt was born in Poeen,
(iermany, 51 yearn ago and when about
lf> years of n^e, followed an older
brother, Julius Lippitt, a pioneer busi
ness iuiu of Colfax, who nerved several
teriUH m mayor, now reniding in Port
land, tn tht- Inited States. They went
to Silverton, Oregon, engagiug in the
genera! merchandise business, aud in
1880 opened a store at Colfax. About
120 years ago the firm dissolved, Julius
c m'inuing in the business and William
returning to Fosen, where he remained
for 1(5 years, returning to Colfax and
entering into partnership with h>s brother
again about five years ago
Without going into particulars. The
(J»»z. jtte can state thut Mr. Lippitt had
no difficulty in Hatinfyinir his friends and
all voters who came to him that he safe
THE YULETIDE
■^^y^Xf^^^^. *s ie me that most of us
/ Jfflr SM^fi^ are trying to End some gift
y$T fa ■ --^v^^™^- to present our friends as a
';* & -wlc "ly^sß^^ ■ token of our good wi!l and
A^7^^^ % i ; .,|k|^ : We can suit you in many
jMc \^!^>sf^^^r *t*^ beautiful and useful designs
7^F£% m g°ld and silver Jewelry-
A)/.S&3S Watcher, Hand Painted
1' .f&f'*:'^^^ China, Cut Glass, bilver
"^^^^'yX. - ware, fine Umbrellas, etc.
Mrs. W. D. Parr,
319 Main Street, Coif ax.
Many Marts
Have been drawn upon to furnish our superb stock for this
year's Holiday Trade, and the slock was never larger or more
replete with handsome and useful articles for presents, from
Precious stones
to modest and low priced
KnicK K.naolLS
From our stock all reasonable wants in this line can be sup
plied, and if desired goods selected now will be laid away
until wanted at Christmas time. Drop in and take a look
at the many beautiful things we have for yon to select from.
M. A. ROSE!II=
Opposite Great Eastern Store Oolfax, Wash.
You are assured that the welcome you have encountered here for ho many years has
not changed in quality or volume. Examine our goods whether you buy or not.
ELK DRUG STORE
206 MAIN STREET COLFAX, WASH.
Three more new hand colored post cards—Ridge
way Theater, Street Scene and Overflow Wheat
Pile. Two of Rock Lake, with its superb scenery.
V. T. M< CROSKEY PHONE MAIN 511
guarded bis rights of American citizen-
Hhip while in Germany with the name
care and fidelity that he has paid to hie
business interests here, which has become
an established institution, a landmark
to be pointed to with respect by all.
The citizenship story was made out of
whole cloth, the Spokesman Review be
ing made the vehicle to carry out per
sonal enmity and spite, the source and
the cause being well known in Colfax.
The vote showed what the people of Col
fax thought of the charges, as well as
the time and the manner in which they
were presented.
The further statement in the same
connection that the temperance element
of Colfax would oppose Mayor Lippitt
was more "hot air" manufactured for
the occasion. A few may, probably did,
vote against him, but most of them
voted for him. Chairman Hanna of the
local committee. Dr. Pugh and other
earnest workers in the cause of temper
ance, lost no time in assuring Mr. Lip
pitt not only of their support but that
the published report that the organiza
tion was working against him was untrue.
There is no question about the citizen
ship of Mayor Lippitt. He is a loyal
citizen, and more's the pity that some
native born are not as truly loyal as he
is. It is generally conceded that be baa
made one of the best mayors Colfax has
ever had, aud the vote of confidence in
him Tuesday shows the esteem in which
he is held. Following is the vote for
mayor by wards at the election Tuesday:
Ist 2d 3d Total
William Lippitt 75 128 84 287
Philip W. Cox 22 46 19 88
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COLFAX. WASHINGTON FRIDAY. DECSMBEK 10, 1909.
THE VISITING TEAMS WIN.
Colfax and Palouss Both Snowed
Under in Debate.
In the High school debate at the court
bouse last Friday night Colville High
won over Colfax High, the decision being
two to one in favor of the visiting team.
The question debated was :
Resolved, That cities of the Northwest
containing 50,000 inhabitants or over
should institute a commission form of
city government modeled after the plan
of Dcs Moines; provided, that the nega
tive shall propose no other form of com
mission government.
Judge Canfield presided. The judges
were Professors Jackson and Isaacs of
Pullman and Mrs. Margaret Yost of the
State Normal at Cheney. Colfax took
the negative.
On the same evening, at Palouse, Ritz
villt- High defeated Palouse High, die
cussing the game question. Judges were
Professor Soulen of the University of
Idaho at Moscow, G. E. Marker of the
State Normal at Cheney and M. J. Sny
der of the W. S. C. at Pullman. The
decision was likewise two to one. These
debates are the first of the series.
Colfax Knights Visit Palousa.
Colfax Lodge No. 4, Knights of Pyth
ias, went to Palouse Monday evening to
attend Whitman county Knights of
Pythias convention. A big bunch of
Knights attended on this occasion.
They went on the regular train of the
Inland leaving Colfax at 5 p. m., going
by way of Spring Valley and adding to
their number as they went, returning
by special train. Colfax lodge exempli
fied the third degree work, taking 35
members for the degree team, an or
chestra and a band. Two hundred mem
bera attended the convention. The next
convention will be held at Pullman in
December, 1910. Harry M. Love, grand
keeper of records and seals, also attended
the convention.
City Water Rule Broken.
During the recent cold snap the prac
tice of allowing city water to run to
waste to prevent freezing of pipes was
followed to such an extent that the res
ervoir waß nearly emptied. This prac
tice, while it is convenient for water
users, is properly strictly prohibited by
the rules, and in this instance called
forth a warning notice that the penalty
provided for the infraction of the rule
would be enforced. Used properly, the
city water supply is adequate, and it is
not permitted to allow it to run to
waste to keep it from freezing or for
any other purpose.
It will pay you ro read Oazette Art*.
Cutlery
of Merit
You can Blways be t»urp you
are pettiug the beet when
you liuy
Keen Kutter
Cutlery '
which has been the standard
for over 40 years. We carry
a complete line.
We also carry a fine line of
silver plated
Chafing Dishes
Pudding Dishes
Five O'Clock Teas
Percolators
Also an elegent assortment
of moderately priced
Water Sets
Berry Sets
Stand Lamps
Hanging Lamps
Something suitable forevery
member of the family, from
tots to grandparents, can
be found in our immense
stock.
Barroll &f
| MohneyQ
WORK OF CITY COUNCIL.
Petition for Closing of Moving Pic
ture Shows on Sunday.
The city council held its regular meet
ing last Monday night.
The hotel bar license held by J. E
Williams was transferred to C. W Ewan
E J. Armstrong and others petitioned
for a cross walk on Meadow street at
Residence street, and the matter was re
ferred to the street committee.
A petition was presented asking for
the closing of the moving picture shows
on Sunday, and the matter was referred
to the judiciary committee.
Dr. Dietz was granted permission to
construct a crosswalk over Rock street.
Street committee reported a proposed
change in the Mill>treet grade and rec
ommended that it be adopted.
The ordinance asked for by J. H. Van
I>yke and David Grass, granting a tele
phone fraui-hi*e, was withdrawn, to be
presented in a different form at a later
meeting.
The official canvass of the local option
election was made, with the result as
heretofore published, viz : For license,
329 ; aguiust license, 300.
Street committee reported the installa
tion of two incandescent lights on Cedar
street.
The usual routine business was trans
acted.
Off for the Packing House.
Last Friday morning Arthur Howe,
one mile east of town, drove 70 head of
fine porkers to the stockyard* for ship
ment to Portland, having sold them to
Henry Larkin for 7% cents per pound.
The bunch brought Mr. Howe about
$1250. They were of almost uniform
size and in prime condition.
Newly Elected Mayors.
Whitman county towns on Tuesday
elected mayors as follows: Oikesdale,
R. J. Neergaard ; Gartield, B. F. Man
ring; Pullman, Dr. Ed Maguire; Union
town, Oncar Holzer; Farmington, E. E.
Paddock; Palouse, George N Lamphere;
Elberton, J. W. Berketresser.
Have you seen the display of Hart
Schaffner & Marx clothes which the
Whitehouse Clothing Co. in now making?
It's worth walking around that way to
look at.
The date for the supper and dance to
be given by the ladies of the Catholic
church has been changed to Wednesday,
December 14.
Gazette advertisers invite the patron
age of Gazette rpnriers.
Let Us Suggest
that you do your Christmas shopping early—the early
ones avoid the usual rush and get the best selection always.
Our Holiday stock is all in and on display and consists
of the largest and most complete stocks in
Cut Glass, Fine Hand Painted China, Ladies'
Watches, Gentlemen's Watches, Fine Gold
Jewelry, Clocks of all kinds, Fancy Umbrellas,
Fountain Pens, Fancy Jewel Boxes, Sterling-
Silver Articles such as Toilet Sets, Manicure
Sets, Cloth and Hat Brushes, Scissors, Nail Files,
Tooth Brushes, Etc., and the most complete line
of Knives, Forks and Spoons ever shown in the
City. REMEMBER, all goods purchased of us
Engraved FREE.
SHIRKEY ®> GLASER
Leading Jewelers and Opticians "At the Sign of the Street Clock"
L. STROBEL
Leading Auctioneer
English and///.
German Spoken
Strict attention to all bills and
communications. Terms reasonable.
Office with G. W. Larue
Colfax, Washing on
BRISTOW ENCAMPMENT NO. 14,1.0.0. F.
Held Two Enthusiastic Meetings Wednes
day, Afternoon and Evening—Sister
Lodges in Attendance.
Bristow Encampment No. 14, i. 0. <>.
F., held two enthusiastic meetiriKH last
Wednesday, one in the afternoon and
the other in the evening.
At the afternoon meeting a large class
was Instructed in the teaching! of the
encampment degrees, several of tne can
didates and visitors being from neigh
boring towns. Bndieott, Pakraae, (lar
tield, vVtillft Walla and l'ulluitin each
contributed a goodly number and all ex
presned a hearty appreciation of the en
campment work and the hospitality ten
dered them by the local members.
One of the many enjoyable features of
the occasion was the presence of Grand
Patriarch Smith of Walla Walla, who is
visiting the encampments of this jurin
diction, inspecting their work and look
ing after the general welfare of thin
branch of the 1. 0. O. F. He expressed
surprise at the large attendance, espec
ially when the condition of the weather
and roadH is considered, spying that it
indicated that the encampment work is
very beneficial, or very entertaining, or
both.
At the evening meeting the encamp
ment work proper was concluded, and
the doors opened to the families of the
members. A splendid banquet, which
was truly a Thanksgiving-type affair,
was next in order. At its conclusion
toasts, proposed by Dr. Skait'e as toast
master, were responded to as follows:
" The influence the Hebekahs exert on
our order," Mrs. E. D. Eldridge.
" The difference in danger between rid
ing an OJd Fellows' goat and a box
car," by J. S. Brakebili.
" The Grand Assembly," by PaHt
Grand President Mrs. W. A. Inman.
" The Patriarchs Militant—what they
mean to Odd Fellows," by J A. Perkins.
" The encampment—how does it pro
mote Odd Fellowship? " by (Jrand Pat
riarch Smith of Walla Walla.
An orchestra was in attendance, and
good old-fashioned cotillions were in-
dulged in by old and youug, with rqvaj
A^J(I^COTT
GRAINN^DJjI^
Agent for As;ent for
THE W. A. GORDON CO. A. BERG
Portland and San Francisco Portland
REAL ESTATE & INSURANCE
Accident, Health, Liability and Automobile Insurance
SURETY BONDS
Phone Main 1411 Office 208 i Main St Golfax, Wash.
PRICE FIVE CENTS.
satisfaction to both, as was evidenced
l)_v t he mliou'h of Iniighter that repeatedly
arose from till parts of the hall. "B(
--twtvn Hftw" were interspersed games, etc.,
notable among which was the wiuning of
the egg race by Mrs. W. A. Mitchell, and
the potato race, wou by J. L, Neil.
The Patriarch Militant branch of the
order contributed its ahare towards the
pleasure by giving an exhibition drill, a
feature enjoyed by all. It can be im
proved by further drilling, dut was well
enough done considering the short time
the local canton has been organized.
This branch of the order fosters the
militant spirit and appeals particularly
to the younger element. The amuse
ments were continued until midnight,
when all went home, shivering and cold
without, but with hnppy and warm
hearts within.
COURT HOUSE CLOCK.
Contract Signed for Installation of
Big County Time-Piece.
In due time, that is, within two or three
months, the unresponsive boards that
have tilled the face openings in the clock
tower of the Whitman county court
house since it was built in 1889, will give
way to dials upon which the correct time
of day will be recorded. This result will
be the culmination of a contract closed
Wednesday by the county commissioners
with the Howard Clock Co. of Chicago,
through M. A. Rose, local representative,
for the installation of a clock that will
cost $1200, and a 1000-pound bell for
a gong. The bell, which will be com
posed of copper and tin, 78 per cent and
22 per cent respectively, will have a
sweet tone and the cost of it will be 3fi
cents a pound. The dials of the clock
will be of glass, illuminated at night, so
that the time may be read at all hours.
The mechanism of the clock will be run
with 800 pound weights.
At your service—l), E. Hall does all
kinds'of work. < nli HI nek 1001.