Legacy of Elections and Pacific Northwest Industry
A compilation criticizes voter registration limits and notes Oregon political maneuvers. It discusses Portland’s planned independent meat packing plant, its impact on producers, and the Northwest market. The column references state issues, salaries for the state printer, Kamaburg for secretary of state, and remarks on public figures and society.
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Portland
Beet Trust
Dalles Times-Mountaineer
Northwest
Chicago
Kansas City
Water ditch debate ends in roadside dispute
An Oregon Irrigator quips about a man who once claimed running water through a ditch was impossible. Now 15 miles from the headgate he watches water flow at 15 to 20 cubic feet per second while still explaining his earlier error. The remark mocks those who refuse to admit they were mistaken.
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Oregon
Woman Nominated for State Position by Massachusetts Prohibitionists
At the state convention the Massachusetts prohibitionists deviated from tradition by placing a woman on their slate, nominating Mrs. Fannie J. Clary of Wil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Fannie J. Clary
Wil
Foley's Honey and Tar for children safe sure
The note states Foley's Honey and Tar is safe for children and contains no opiates. It emphasizes safety and suitability for youngsters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Cures Old Sores Promote Snow Liniment Appeal
A Westmoreland Kansas notice from May 5 1902 touts Bullard Snow Liniment Co claims cure for a stubborn sore on the chin described as cancer despite prior treatments. It cites a testimonial from Mrs Sophia J Carson of Allensville Pennsylvania and notes sales via Wm McBride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westmoreland
Kansas
Bullard Snow Liniment Co
Myer
Sophia J. Carson
Allensville
Wm. McBride
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promises Quick Relief
Oscar Oleson of Gilson City Illinois reports that after a year of back pain a single bottle of Ballard's Snow Liniment cured him. The ad claims acute rheumatism worsened by wet weather and rest is eased, with prices 25 50 cents and 1 dollar at McBride's.
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Ballard
Oscar Oleson
Gilson City
Ill
McBride's
Grand Parade of Bands and Festivities Lights the Night
A daytime parade features three bands with athletic events and daylight fireworks. Educated Balloonist performs, hose races, dancing, orations, and amusements fill the day, ending with a $1000 fireworks display in the evening.
Pianos by Reed & Sons Henry F Miller Singer Featured
A dealer advertises Reed & Sons pianos for critics with noted strength and volume, Henry F Miller Boston’s oldest sweet toned model, and the Singer line praised as musically equal to the host and popular Singer.
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Reed & Sons
Henry F. Miller
Boston
Whitman College Sells High Grade Pianos Directly
Whitman College lists last year piano purchases valued at 4 000 dollars and touts direct factory buys for savings. The dealer offers ten days trial delivery and easy terms to attract buyers.
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Athena Press
Teespay
Ax Fatma
N, B. Born
Publigher
Athena
Congress
Oregonian
John D
Milwaukee
Port. Burleigh
Nanshan Hill
Port Arthur
Asia
Bill/Nye
Spruce
Buck's Steel
Buck
Chicago Steel
Post Office
THE
Davis-Kaser CO
King Brothers
ST. Nichols Hotel
J. ER. Froome
Prop
ST. Nichols
Accos
Agency
C. G. Chamberlain
Pendleton
Charles Gay
Narkaus Brothers’ Meat Market
Baker & Folsom the Complete House Furnishers
Main St
Postoffice
BAR Contractor & BU Builder
New Lumber Yard
Athona
Pianos
Sheridan
EAGLE
Pine Lunch
North Side Main Street
P. H. Tiedeman
Whitman College
Betz Beer
Sam Booher
L. J. Robinson
First National Bank OF Athena
Adatos
Kirk
Lee Geow
Onahier
Ei Colin
Keer
Rock Springs
Cumberland
A. M. Gillis
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