Williamson Guilty in Third Land Fraud Trial Conspiracy Convictions
After less than six hours the third jury convicts Congressman John N. Williamson Dr Van Gessner and Marion R Biggs of conspiring to suborn perjury in land fraud scheme involving locators paid to file on government land and transfer titles after patent. Judge Bennett defers new trial motion. case began September 5. Heney asserts case strengthens with each presentation.
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Portland
John N. Williamson
van Gessner
Williamson
Livestockusiness
Marion R. Biggs
Prinneville
Federal Land Office
Gessner
A. S. Bennett
Hunt
Heney
Land fraud crackdown leads to 20000 acres abandoned in Oregon
A Salem dispatch to the Oregonian reports about 20000 acres of school land in the Blue Mountain forest reserve were abandoned by locators after vigorous land fraud prosecutions. Locators forfeited about 10000 dollars as dummy claimants were deterred and claims dropped without recovery of investment.
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Portland
Oregonian
Salem
Blue Mountain
Oregon
Strike on Chichagoff Sparks Local Gold Rush
Sitka report notes a gold strike on Chichagoff island located by George J. Beck for two natives. Over twenty claims have been staked, with placer and quartz. Quartz samples range from 30 000 to 20 000 dollars per ton, signaling potential despite no stampede.
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Sitka
Chichagoff Island
George J. Beck
Presbyterian
Morrison wins key ruling in meat packers conspiracy case
United States District Attorney Morrison scores a victory as Judge Humphrey rules for the government on the right of meat packers to challenge jurors during grand jury impaneling in the indictment alleging conspiracy in restraint of trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
United States
Morrison
Humphrey
Shanghai boycott ends say Rogers reports trade active
Consul General Rogers in Shanghai cables the State Department that boycott conditions have ended, American trade is active especially in northern China, no stamping of goods, and overall conditions are satisfactory.
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Washington
Rogers
Shanghai
State Department
China
Rain Damages Hops in Salem Hopyards
Rain damage to hops in Salem Oregon could run into thousands of dollars if the current storm lasts a few more days. About 5 000 bales remain unpicked and hop pickers may quit, leaving the remaining crop unpicked and unsold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem, Or
British Columbia to Exhibit Fruit in London Show
Victoria BC September 27 The British Columbia government will send an exhibit of BC fruit to the Royal Horticultural Show in London England. The exhibit is scheduled to depart next week.
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England
Victoria
B. C
British Columbia
London
Sentiment in Japan discussed in Seattle visit
Kentaro Kaga hara editor of Yorodzu Chohko and Dr Naoto Ishinobe visit Seattle. He says most Japanese dislike the peace treaty and will not show violence to Baron Komura on return. He predicts a dissolving ministry and calls for a new cabinet amid pressure on the throne.
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Seattle
Kentaro Kagahara
Yorodzu Chohko
Tokyo
Naoto Ishinobe
Tokyo Astronomical Observatory
Tokyo Imperial University
Kayahbara
Japan
Baron Komura
Peace Commission
Portsmouth
Kayabara
Chandler appeals for help for President over Esch Townsend rail bill
Former Senator William A. Chandler writes open letters to Edward A. Mosely of the Interstate Commerce Commission criticizing the Esch Townsend rate legislation. He accuses railroads of using dangerous amendments and argues capital and influence oppose swift transportation reform. He warns of railroad tactics and urges Americans to support the president.
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Concord
N. H
Edward A. Mosely
Interstate Commerce Commission
William A. Chandler
New Hampshire
Congress
Chandler
Court of Review
Samuel Spencer
Powers insist on international control of Macedonia finances
Constantinople reports a six power note to the porte stating their decision to assume control over Macedonia finances is final. Delegates will reach Salonica on October 5 to begin duties, with instructions sent to provincial authorities. Friction grows between the British embassy and the porte over overdue indemnity to British dhow owners in the Red sea piracy case.
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Constantinople
Porte
Macedonia
Salonica
Red Sea
Gov Fifer to Retire from Interstate Commerce Board
Bloomington Illinois September 27 Gov Joseph W Fifer announces retirement from the interstate commerce commission as soon as key matters before the body are settled.
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Fifer
Bloomington
Ills
Joseph W. Fifer
Interstate Commerce Commissioner
State Supreme Court Rules Trading Stamps Not Harmful
The California state supreme court declared laws prohibiting trading stamps unconstitutional. It ruled that giving trading stamps is not a lottery or gambling device and does not produce harm.
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San Francisco
State Supreme Court
Economy in the Kitchen and Duty to Mother
The article discusses frugal, skilled cooking over flashy but costly options and urges readers to value simple food like beef stew prepared well. It then advises daughters to honor and engage with their mothers, showing respect, shared activities, and support as a life guide.
Notable Social Mention Fragments From Poles to Politics
Modjeska eyes California sale to fund return to Poland and spend life there. Evelyn Walsh, Colorado mining heir, drives an $18,000 car in Newport. Santa Barbara lighthouse keeper of 38 years is noted. Belva Lockwood argues Cherokee Indian case before Claims Court. Sabine’s Brain and Spinal Cord cited as medical authority. Englishwoman keeps strict sunny day shopping rule. gloom drives shopping in bad weather.
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Modjeska
California
Poland
Evelyn Walsh
Colorado
Thomas I. Walsh
Newport
Julia F. Williams
Santa Barbara
Cal
Countess Longay
Paris
Brussels
Rudolph
Austria
United Arms
Belgium
Belva Lockwood
United States Court of Claims
Roosevelt
Florence R. Sabine
Germany
Johns Hopkins
Successful Women
The St. Louis Christian Advocate argues that successful women are those who work with courage and tireless energy. It notes pay gaps but predicts rectification and praises fighters who persevere, plan daily battles, and remain brave and fair in their pursuit of success.
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St. Louis
All Embroidered Gowns Describe Fashion for a Marriageable Woman
The article outlines all embroidery gowns of India lawn and Anglaise with machine embroidery. It details a shirtwaist style buttoned at the back with lace buttons, blue slip, blue louisine girdle, and fine white laid over Persian lawn chemisette. It notes hat, parasol, and ribbon trimming, plus rosettes and sash ends.
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India
Baby care tips for cleanliness and chafing prevention
A healthful baby depends on careful personal cleanliness. Proper diaper changes, washing, drying, and sun exposure reduce chafing. Use pure oil and starch for irritated skin, avoid soaking bath to soothe, and consider salt baths or bran soaks as advised. The piece also notes the return of the Eton coat as a fashionable summer option pairing with plaited skirts.
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Eton
Washing an Evening Shawl Care Guide
A home washing method preserves an umbrella shawl’s appearance and also restores a knitted or crocheted shawl. Soak in warm white soap suds, avoid rubbing, squeeze out suds, rinse in weak soap, dry on a sheet, turn and reshape, then sprinkle with cold water to fluff.
Threading Needles During Sewing Shifts
At dusk when a sewing machine needle unthreads just before finishing a small yard, raise the needle to threading position and slip white paper or cloth under it to test threading ease. This simple check helps verify proper needle alignment and reduces malformed stitches.
Office Hours and Addresses in Crowther-Wooding Block
The snippet lists office locations and hours in Crowther-Wooding block at G and Heron streets, Hayes & Hayes Building, and an office over Hayes & Hayes Bank. Multiple time ranges and phone numbers 185 and 177 are given alongside the building name and street references.
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Crowther-Wooding Block
G and Heron Streets
Hayes & Hayes
Local Attorneys and Builders Listing in City Block
A. G. Kinnison at Market Street offers state and federal court practice with offices in Zelaska Block and Postoffice Block. Attorneys Fox Taggart and Ben Sheers listed with Dabney Block, Mason joins as contractor and builder with 30 years experience and plans office at 94 Heron Street.
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Zelaska Block
G Street
Dabney Block
Heron Street
Jesse F Murphy Prominent Olympia Land Office Defender
Jesse F Murphy four years in the Olympia land office understands the law and defends all homesteaders against jumpers. Consult him in room 8 Hayes and Hayes Bank Building Aberdeen Washington.
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Olympia Land Office
Hayes & Hayes Bank Building
Aberdeen
Wash
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Biggs
Tion
Chichagoff
W. H. Chandler
Paul Smits, M. D
DR. Watkins
Everett E. Lane, D. D. S
D. M. Robb Stapp
Hayes & Hayes Bank
Ours
A. G. Kinnison
Market Street
Cc. Cross
Attorney AT Law
Rrobert B. Taggart
Ben Sheers
Mason
Jesse F. Murphy
Continental
O. C
Heron
Aberdeen, Wash
Humboldt Saloon
Fred Hewett
South F Street
Hayes & Hayes Bankers (Incorporated
Independent
Grays Harbor
Los Angeles
C. E. Burrows Co., Ag
WASE
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