Wheat Thrives Across Athena Farms Amid Light Frost
Farmers report no injury to growing grain near Athena with leaves discolored only at the margins where snow blew. Roots and stalks remain healthy as some lighter soils show frozen spots requiring resowing. A Northwestern baseball league formed in Seattle plans a $1000 forfeit by March 1 and a season from April 25 to October 8. Alfred Ball, a 1853 pioneer, dies in Walla Walla after a five year illness. he April 1888 born in Illinois and moved west in 1853.
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Athena
Seattle
Vancouver
Victoria
B. C
Bellingham
Everett
Spokane
Walla Walla
Wash
Pendleton
Ore
Alfred Ball
Northwest
Illinois
Langley Hall
Umpqua Valley
Oregon
Florence
Idaho
Gang Plows Vehicles in Historic Parade
The article notes a gang activity plowing or altering vehicles, including Flying Dutchman Oliver Henney Buggies Hacks and Cast and Steel Bradley Gangs Carriages, described as very best in the record.
Peace terms outlined as Russia open to surrender
A St. Petersburg dispatch reports Russia ready to cede Port Arthur and Liaotung, place Korea under Japanese suzerainty, declare Vladivostok a neutral port, place the Chinese eastern railroad under international control, and restore Manchuria to China if indemnity can be settled. A Berlin note says the czar will keep fighting as Russia stabilizes at home.
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London
Reuter
St. Petersburg
Associated Press
Russia
Korea
Port Arthur
Liaotung Peninsula
Japan
Vladivostok
Manchuria
Harbin
Weber Found Guilty of First Degree Murder in Auburn
The Weber jury found the defendant guilty of first degree murder with no recommendation. He smiled when the verdict was announced but showed no outward reaction in court. He plans to file for a new trial and appeal, while remaining confident of acquittal.
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Auburn
Cal
Weber
North Sea Decision Draws Mixed Cards for Russia and Britain
The international North Sea inquiry panel largely agrees on a report to be released Saturday. Admirals sought middle ground, avoiding a clear victory for either side. Analysts say the verdict favors Britain or Russia depending on the source, with Havas noting overall conclusions favorable to Russia.
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Paris
International Commission
Russia
Great Britain
Havas
Umatilla County Educators Show Strong State Exhibit
County schools expect a top tier educational display for the Lewis and Clark fair. Prof Robinson reports statewide representation including university and normal schools with about 40 independent schools slated for space. Evangelist Lister preaches at the Christian church as revival continues. William Vance of Albany, Oregon, lost 10 000 to a gold brick swindle with his daughter urging caution before the banker and attorney involvement.
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Umatilla
The
Tribune
Welles
R. F. Robinson
Robinson Gaya
State University
Agricultural College
Normal Schools
School For the Deaf
School For the
Blind
Robinson
Umatilla County
Eastern Oregon State Normal School
Weston
Sdlem
William Vance
Albany
Cre
Balom
Vance
Salem
Ladd & Bunh Bank
Banda
Watts Withdraws Citing Business Demands
M L Watts withdraws as mayoral candidate after petition nomination by citizens. He cites heavy business pressures preventing a canvass or full term duties if elected, leaving supporters disappointed by his inability to commit. Adolph Weber convicted of first degree murder for killing his mother. Jury deliberated 15 hours. Weber, 20, also faced charges tied to family killings and arson. Louis Lancer, wanted in Delaware Ohio for embezzlement, was arrested near Milton and held in Pendleton jail. Delaware officers notified.
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M. L. Watts
Adolph Weber
Auburn
Cal
Weber
Louis Lancer
Delaware
Ohio
Fred Lancer
Milton
Pendleton
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the Czar
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Oyama
Kuropatkin
New Lodge
Odd Fellow
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P. Hall
G. W. Bradley
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Thos. G. Hailey
J. C. Stamper
Busketa
Wdance
T. G. Hailey
Lula Tharp
Hannah
Lela Stamper
J. D. Plamondon
J. B. McDowell
Cecile Boyd
Ramona
Anthony Broa
Joseph N. Scott
Behool Marm
Courtin
Lilley Anna
Young Weber
North Sea
Prof
B. F. Robinson
Christian Church
J. B. Lister
Hugene
Strait Gate
Ohio Criminal
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