After Eight Years David Taylor Secures Warehouse Line
After eight years of effort David Taylor gains an independent warehouse and rail access. Facing red tape and O R N competition he finally succeeded by securing a line survey and railroad construction with Greek workers aiding the project. His warehouse now handles grain hay and farm products with access to Portland and Sound markets.
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David Taylor
Taylor
Wold
Jericho
David
Northern Pacific
Umatilla County Birthdate and Early County Court Records
County Treasurer Bradley traces Umatilla County’s 46th birthday to September 27 and uncovers the earliest court meeting at Marshal's station on April 6, 1868. The county was created by an act dated September 27, 1802, naming officers including Robert Coombs and J. W. Johnson, with a full officers list provided. A separate note reports a wheat variety Gold Coin from the Weidert place yielding 60 pounds per bushel and 40 cents per bushel from Dale wheat, purchased near Spokane.
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Bradley
Umatilla County
Marshal's Station
Swift's Station
Union
Baker
Robert Coombs
A. A. Still
Thomas McCoy
John R. Courtney
Alfred Marshall
Marshall's
J. W. Johnson
8. Hamilton
D. A. Richards
Welcome Mitchell
Weidert Place
Weidert
Spokane
Harmony Club Meeting Recalls Delia Danner Home Event
The Harmony club met with Miss Delia Danner at her Second street home. Several members attended and enjoyed an afternoon of music. Miss Ferro McBride opened with Vesper Hymn, beautifully rendered. Misa Bessie Parker performed Engelmann's Melody of Love in a pleasing style, complimenting Miss Danner.
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Harmony Club
Delia Danner
Second Street
Ferro McBride
Engelmann
Misa Bessie Parker
Della Danner
Club recital showcases Chopin items and vocal numbers
A local club presented a mixed program with Kathrine Froome and Hazel Parker performing Scotch Air and Moceau. Gladys Smyth and Miss Rath Krebbe offered Hearts and Flowers and Dying Poem while Mary Elliott received praise for Love's Old Sweet Song. Maurice Hill and Raw Miller led solos. A Prince of Pilson aria finale featured a double trio with Krebs and Danner. The club plans a gathering at Miss Elliott's home with Mrs. Foss next Tuesday.
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Kittle Kathrine Froome
Hazel Parker
Hoss
Gladys Smyth
Maurice Hill
Prince of Pilson
Misses Krebbs
Danner
Raw Miller
Boss
Maurice Hil
Tevor
Miss Smyth
Miss Elliot
Miss Elliott
Wounded bandit Reed hovers between life and death
W. P. Reed, captured leader of a cattle rustler gang, lies near death at St. Joseph's hospital after a long forest ordeal. His right arm is shattered, and he has refused sustenance for 72 hours. Deputies detained Sloan and Rice. Reed's capture followed a public chase with Castor guiding the rescue. Reed faces probable amputation and a $40,000 bond as authorities promise further testimony from an insider.
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W. P. Reed
Lewiston
St. Joseph's Hospital
Dan Carr
Reed
Orofino
A. A. Masters
Andy Shaw
A. J. Sloan
A. Rice
Shaw
Masters
William Castor
Carr's Lake
Desperado
Sloan
Rica
Canvassing for Fair by H. Warner in Athena visit
H. Warner of Pandiston toured Athena and nearby areas on Tuesday and Wednesday with his advertising wagon. He canvassed for the Morton Umatilla Fair to be held at Pandiston, distributing advertising matter and soliciting grain and stock exhibitors.
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F. C. Coolidge
Coolidge
Athena
H. Hill
Reliable
Pioneer Drug Store
H. Warner
Pandiston
Warner
STOP GRAIN Protecting threshing crews with new patent fire extinguishers
Reports from Wallia Walla indicate threshing outfits now carry patent fire extinguishers to halt fires after smut explosions and sparks from engines. Farmers have added plows near grain piles and stands to shield grain, with several quick extinguishments stopping flames at first sign.
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Wallia Walla
Helde
Waitsberg
Boy risks life to catch fly in twilight game
Willie Rainey a 12 year old Pittsburg boy risked his life to catch a fly ball that would have lost his team the game. He leaped to nab the ball as it seemed headed over his head, stumbled, and fell into a coal mine mouth. He was rescued after about thirty minutes with a broken leg and internal injuries, clutching the ball he needed to save the game.
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Willie Rainey
Pittsburg
Carson’s Hill
Raieya
Boware
Rainey
Shandowned
Georgia Liquor Law Violations Warn of Criminal Offense
The text cites Georgia laws prohibiting liquor distribution and licitation by individuals or corporations, stating that violators are guilty of a crime against the state. It emphasizes enforcement of state statutes related to beverage regulation and illicit activity.
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Georgia
Powder Valley Ranch Hay Crop Report Surprises Farmers
The Baker City Herald notes local ranchers in Powder Valley who finished or are near completion of hay harvest report a much larger crop than expected. Farmers previously anxious about a poor season now anticipate a strong yield across the region, lifting spirits after gloom.
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Powder Valley
Baker City
Walla Walla Stables Burn Renders Loss Estimated
Fire at Walla Walla County Fair grounds destroyed most stables and stock pens after starting in dry grass near the track fence. About 25 workers released horses as water supply hampered by distance to hydrants. Loss estimated at 10 000 to 12 000 dollars, partially insured. Other items note drowning near Huntington and local educational outreach.
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Walla Walla County
Fair Grounds
Prime Beef Cattle Demand in Southern Umatilla Grant Areas
Pendleton Oregonian notes about 1000 head of prime beef cattle ready for market in Southern Umatilla and Northern Grant counties. Fifty nine carloads shipped to Portland and Sound, plus an annual picnic hosted by O R and N conductors with 1000 attendees. Excursion trains run from La Chande. wheat market quiet with prices modestly steady for farmers and dealers.
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Pendleton
Oregonian
Umatilla
Grant
Portland
Soundbayern
Looking Glass
New Wallowa
la Chande
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Oregon
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R. J. Boddy
Blue Bell Medicine Co
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Watertown
South Oak
A. B. McEwen & Sons
D. R. & N. Switch
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Pacific Express Company
Presa
Joan
Osoterville
Rip van Wickle
Freewater
van Slyke
Palace Drug Co
Walla Walla
Boy
Barnum & Bailey Cirous
la Grande
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Sunnyslope
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Mise M and
M. Bawer
Pontoffies
Jott Torbergfold
New London
Conn
Richard B. Bomell
Georgia Court of Appesla
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Umatils County
George FE. Evans
Ageld
Snake River
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Robt. G. Prevoh
Eastern
Oregon State Normal
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Normal
Scchool
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Union County
French
Wisconsin
Ephram Hodberg
Hedberg
Ashland
Port Angeles
Velix
Ridecout
Weston
Bieng Alice Rantz
Seattle
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