Rob Spokane Flyer Robbers Flee After Nerve Fails
Four masked men attempted to rob the O R and N Co eastbound Spokane Flyer No 4 after boarding the Walla Walla sleeper at East Portland. They seized watches jewelry and cash from several passengers then fled into Sullivan's Gulch firing shots to intimidate. Victims named include Norden Coman Duffy Sinnott Nicholson and conductor Hayes. The robbers abandoned the car after their nerve failed.
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Spokane
Ben L. Norden
Dan J. Coman
Edward Duffy
Portland
R. B. Sinnott
The
Dalles
J. Nicholson
Chicago
John Hayes
Athens Oregon license notice to sell liquor at specific lot
Notice that Will Wells applies to the mayor and common council of Athens Oregon for a license to sell spirituous and intoxicating liquors on March 1 1005 in a building on lot 1 block 6. Dated January 24 1006.
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Athens
Oregon
Will Wells
Contango and Backwardation Drive London Stock Trading
In London stock dealings traders carry over accounts on settlment days. Contango charges bulls who borrow money while hoping prices rise. backwardation pays bears hoping prices fall. Rates vary with market balance and influence bull and bear campaigns while losses pin down after failed price moves.
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Stock Exchange
E. S. Valentine
Lawmaker Proposes Raising Household Exemption to $500
Representative Smith of Josephine County introduces a bill to lift the home exemption from $300 to $500, affecting taxpayers and local homeowners. The proposal seeks broader relief for residents amid rising costs.
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Smith
Josephine County
Leonard Stumbaugh Sentenced Today in Fraud Case
Leonard Stumbaugh will be sentenced today after pleading guilty to obtaining goods by false pretenses. He faces potential penalties based on the court’s ruling.
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Leonard Stumbaugh
Lalae
Pianos of Worth Featured In Local Shop Advertisement
A local piano shop promotes Reed & Sons pianos noted for strength and volume, along with the Henry F. Miller model praised as Boston's oldest and sweetest toned. Sieger and Singer offerings are highlighted for musical quality.
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Reed & Sona
Henry F. Miller
Boston
Sieger
Whitman College Purchases Last-Year Pianos At $4,000
Dwelley Herrick Music Co advertises high grade pianos for sale in Walla Walla Washington. The firm claims Whitman College buys direct from factories saving customers money. Delivery promised in ten days with a trial and easy terms.
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Dwelley Herrick Music Co
East Main Street
Bridge
Walla Walla
Washington
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