Small farms to crowd out big wheat kings in Northwest
Oregon views new Interior Department ruling as a shift toward smaller holdings and more permanent residents. Pendleton dispatch notes big landowners sowing up to 3,000 acres may downsize as small farmers expand, boosting population in Umatilla and Willamette Valley regions while reducing reliance on bonanza farming.
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Portland Oregonian
Pendleton
The
Oregonian
Oregon
Washington
Idaho
Umatilla
Northwest
Williamette Valley
Pacific Northwest
Baby Pear Playing Possum In Bronx Zoo Bear Tale
A report from the New York American describes two Alaskan cubs donated by H. H. Harriman arriving in the Bronx. One cub appeared dead after gastriosis but suddenly revived and attacked keepers before escaping its cage. Dr. W Read Blair treated the animals. the female cub remains ill but is expected to recover.
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New York
Dr. Blair
Dr.Blair
Glaciers in Switzerland Record Sharp Shrinks and Tiny Gains
Swiss glaciers show marked retreat with the Rhone glacier losing 88 250 square feet and many others shortening by 20 to 40 feet over two to three years. In 63 cases 53 retreated, nine advanced slightly, one stayed where it was, and the Elger glacier lengthened by 114 feet last year, though experts caution such gains may be temporary.
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Rhone
Switzerland
Rescued by Yellow Jackets in Clarke County Chase
A coyote faces heavy pursuit by a pack of hounds in Clarke County’s northern area along the riverbank. The incident ends with the animal being rescued by a group nicknamed the Yellow Jackets.
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Clarke County
Orth Bank
Lewis
Goshen Trial Tests Two Young Witnesses in Kinzey Case
In Goshen circuit court W Ed Kinzey faces charges of improperly attacking two young sisters, daughters of Carl W Shigley. Testimony from seven and five year old girls was challenged by defense Skinner Wider while prosecutors Frank and Davis pressed the case. Kinzey testified, admitting prior arrest involving Letta Warner. Samuel Meyer of Goshen, born in 1835 in Posen, Germany and longtime local clothing merchant, died yesterday.
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Indiana
State
Ed.Kinzey
Goshen
Carl W. Shigiey
Divelyn
Henretta
Kinzey
Samuel Meyer
Posen
Germany
Eastern College Students Headed to Temes via Chicago
This afternoon two sections moved out, the second carrying college students from Eastern colleges bound for Temes in Chicago and cities further west.
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No. 19
Chicago
Lost items recovered by R D Bryder for Mrs Zimmerman
Insolvency notice mentions a small classified ad leading to the recovery of valuables. A hand bag found on the streets Tuesday contained a watch rings and other items and was restored to Mrs Zimmerman last evening by R D Bryder.
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Til
R. D. Bryder
Daily Wages and Global Volcano Count Notable Facts
The record notes 270 active volcanoes worldwide and mentions olive pickers earning 9 to 16 cents a day, typically paid on a share basis. It presents two unrelated facts in a concise, period-voice style.
Elastic lead at low temperatures forms rebound spiral spring
Subject to the action of liquid air, lead becomes elastic and can be made to rebound or serve as a spiral spring during the continuance of this low temperature.
Vicomte and Vi comtesse End Long Honeymoon Trek
Since 1896 the Vicomte and Vicomtesse de Gruard have walked their honeymoon. They arrived in Turin after covering 41 250 miles on a wager.
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Vicomte
Vicomtesse de Gruard
Turin
Tailor’s Mishmash Fastens Edges With Heat Press
A fragment describes a Korean tailor binding garments by pasting edges together and pressing them with a machine. The note mentions an attorney nearby and attempts to stick to a method, though details are garbled.
Postman Joseph Hunt Retires After Forty Years Service
Joseph Hunt of Kirton in Lindsey Lincolnshire retires after forty years as a postman. He is said to have travelled 239086 miles in the line of duty.
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Joseph Hunt
Kirton
Andsey
Lincolshire
Batter Care Keeps Players Ready in Hot Weather
A coaching note stresses maintaining a steady, even temperature for batter readiness. It warns against chilling or unsettling players to ensure consistent swing rhythm and confidence.
Mail Bags Destroyed by Lions in Rhodesia
A mail bag for the northeastern region of the country was destroyed by lions near Petanke. The big animals fatally consumed the letters and mail matter. The incident highlights wildlife hazards affecting mail delivery in Northwestern Rhodesia.
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Eig
Rhodesia
Petanke
First Electric Execution in New York State
The state adopted capital punishment by electricity starting January 1 1889. The first execution by this method was William Kemmiler in August 1900, carried out with some difficulty.
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New York
William Kemmiler
Potato Production In Britain Reaches Massive Levels
The British Isles produce about 6 million tons of potatoes each year across 600000 acres, averaging ten tons per acre. However a large share is imported, so total consumption exceeds these production figures.
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British Isles
The Smell of Burnt Food in Kitchen Fire Hazard
Local note warns that boiling over on a stove causes burns and smoke to rise. If smoke is drawn toward the fire, a slight tilt of the stove may pull it away. The guide emphasizes caution and quick action to prevent flare ups.
Better Than Vast Wealth Porr Content Rich
A concise quotation notes that wealth alone does not measure value, describing content as rich and meaningful beyond monetary riches. The line reflects a Shakespearean style praising substantive richness over material gain.
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