Was Annie Laurie a real person or a legend
A Pittsburgh Gazette reference notes Annie Laurie’s fame from the song and a letter by Miss M. Bi. Riddie, daughter of the late Judge Riddle, tracing the Laur ie lineage from Joan Riddell of Maxwelton to Sir Robert Laurie and Annie Laurie famed for beauty and social charm. The piece discusses the beloved song’s origin and the Craigdoroch home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Laurie
M. Bi. Riddie
Judge Riddle
Tanny Fours i Circuit Court Jurilee
Pittsburgh
Mr. Douglay
England
Ms. Gurgonnan
Douglas
Maoxwelton
Annie Lau
Truth in Newspapers and the Challenge of Errors
A reader challenges nmwapaper men about absurd facts printed and urges testing in one’s own town. The piece argues newspapers strive for truth despite inevitable errors from gossip and distant sources, noting oral reports and historical anecdotes about Crown jewels and notable gifts.
Crown Jewelry Details and Chinese Canal Question
The fragment describes a crown of the crown 16 and fue sapphire owned by George TV, listing 1808 brilliant diamonds 1273 rough diamonds 147 table diamonds 277 pearls 16 sapphires 11 emeralds and four rubies, with a white silk band and purple cap weighing just over 89 ounces. It then ponders the period Chinese began canal digging, noting lack of authentic records and contrasting the Grand Canal and the Great Wall as ancient feats not directly related.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George TV
China
Great Wall of China
Dont Envy Others Idle Women Seek Worthwhile Duty
The text counsels against envy of others and idleness among women. It urges women who lead aimless lives to pursue meaningful duties to find happiness and contentment, suggesting that focusing on worthwhile tasks quiets idle desires and brings satisfying joy.
Old Egyptian Letters Show Daily Life and Education
The article surveys ancient Egyptian letters on varied topics from parent to child guidance to student reports. It notes the practice of letter writing across education levels and highlights examples of encouragement, discipline, and self-reflection. It then shifts to mention Canton, a canal city in southern China, as part of a broader discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Egypt
Hone
Waterways and harbor layout near Can ton described
The passage explains the harbor depth, shipping limits, and dock locations around Can ton. It notes foreign vessels reach only to Whempon nine miles southeast, with Tonding and unjond jogs, and deep-draft boats outside the bar. Mor ty milex below Boca Tigria, water broadens into a wide estuary, dividing old and new town. Europeans inhabit the surrounding suburbs, with abundant water life and a large houseboat population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ixey
Whempon
Useful Tree and Careful Cures in Aged Humors
An Ameren tree called the shea or butter tree attracts commercial interest for its nuts and butter with export potential to Europe. The piece notes the tree may reach prime fruit in 25 years and could aid chocolate, candy, and soap production, while also mentioning remedies and humorous anecdotes about healing wounds and memories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Stale Treasur er Ryan praised for efficiency and integrity
Judge Thos F Ryan seeks Oregon State Treasurer post with a record of seven years in state service praised by Canby News Evening Telegram and Pacific Outlook. Articles cite his knowledge, honesty, and trusted leadership for fiscal matters and rural development. An advertisement notes his Grange activity and road, irrigation, and rural credit advocacy. Notices include a final account filing in Umatilla County Court for Mattie Phillips estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jude
F. Ryan
Canby News
Unione and
Lee
Thos F. Ryan
Bro. Ryan
Pacific Oddfullow
Grange
Notice of Final Account in Pendleton Oregon
Notice that final account and report have been filed in the matter of Mary Jane Phillipa Dacunsed. The court sets Saturday June 11 1918 at 10 oclock am in the County Court room in the Court house Pendleton Oregon for hearing. Objections to the final account must be filed by that date. T. Phillip Administrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinal
Umatilla
Oregon
Mattie Phillips
Sven
Pendleton
ST. Phillie
Mary Jane Phillipa
Cobre Ronm
Covet
T. Phillip Adminiutrato
Notice of Final Account In Re Amizh Ano Pinkerton Deceased
In the County Court for Umatilla County Oregon In the matter of the estate of Amizh Ano Pinkerton deceased the undersigned executor David A Pinkerton requests the court hear the final account May 5 1008 at 10 oclock a m in the courtroom of Pendleton Oregon Objections to the final account must be filed by that date
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Umatilla
Oregon
Pumleton
David A. Pinkerton
Decree Sought in Oregon Divorce Suit Against Minnie E Smith
The State of Oregon requires Minnie E. Smith to appear and answer the complaint filed by the plaintiff in the above court by May 11, 1915, or face relief requested to dissolve marriage. This summons, issued March 25, 1918, by Judge Gilbert W. Phelps, is published in the Athens Press on March 29, 1918 and May 10, 1918, with attorney Will M. Peterson of Pendleton, Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie E. Smith
State of
Oregon
Lowit
Marc
Gilbert W. Phelps
Athens Preehews
Will M. Peterson
Plaintiff
Port Office Ad Rese
Pendleton
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Faote
Townstone
New Yorke
Thun
Edward
Don Peito
Canton
Nouthrn Chin
Bill
Ban Rafael
Cal
Ellen
Standard Oil, Company
SOL Do
Aulte and Co
Allie Ord Pongen
Childeen
Atyte
Ani
Ney Thrift
Pendleton's
Peoples Warehouse
Thos
F. Ann
Sean Asumadl Biel Themes da Adiduti
Stile Trereuser
Venice
Murano
Murano Hing Boo
L. J. Simpson Fin Govitaon
Clyenit
State of Great
Umatilla County
John L. Smith
G. L. Dunning
Stanfield
H. A
Son
Williams
Foley
Hladier
Goodyear Tires
Athena Garage
Parts and Accessories
Sra
Ceretain
Ford Cara
Ford Care
Chai
Detroit
Mick
Burke & Son
Athena
Athena Bakery
H. McPherrin
Worthington Building
Ore
THE
Foss Hardware Store
the Parker Barber Shop
A.J. Parker
St. Nichols Hotel
Oreg
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