Reames Nominated for Democratic District Ticket in Albany
Harmony marked the Oregon Democratic district convention in Albany as Attorney A. K. Keames of Jackson was nominated on the first ballot. Reames, Jacksonville district attorney, received a rousing reception and the platform attacked trusts while defending Democratic principles. Committees and a congressional slate were named, with plans to push Reames district wide.
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Guard
Albany
Oregon
Sam White
A. K. Keames
Jackson
Binger Hermann
A. KE. Reames
Reames
Jeffery
Salem
M On
South
Binger
Roseburg
Fourth
Jacksonville
Jackson County
University
Sand
Washington and Lee Law School
Lexington
Virginia
Republicana
Hermann
Nominations Edge Toward Heat in Local Congressional Race
The scene centers on nominations as L. M. Travis nominates A. B. Reames of Jackson county, seconded by Miller of Linn, while P. H. D Arcy nominates J. A. Jeffrey of Marion. The ballot lists Hewes, Veet, Jeffrey, Kaiser of Salem, and Wm. Galloway, with Democrats favored to win the election though questions about term limits loom.
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Congress
L. M. Travis
Lane
A. BE. Reames
Jackson County
Miller
Linn
P. H. D'Arcy
J. A. Jeffrey
Marion
Man Survives 100 Foot Fall From Trestle Near Albany
A. G. Scott, 46, was knocked from a trestle four miles south of Albany by a passing train and hurled into a rocky chasm. He suffered a scalp wound but remained conscious and was taken to police then county poor farmhouse, fearing possible death from injuries. He described clinging to the trestle edge as the train passed, then plunging to the rocks below. The incident, reported by the Portland Journal, occurred as the engineer moved slowly along the mud-bottomed trestle.
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A. G. Scott
Albany
Southern Pacific
Ife
Scott
Portland Journal
Lane County Exhibit Stuns Portland With Complete County Collection
The Portland Journal presents an interview with M. Wilkins on county resources and a Portland exhibit newly placed by residents. The Lane county display at Union Depot is described as among the handiest and most complete seen in the city, containing every product except hope and timber, which will be added soon. Lane County led in responses to the Drake test, earning top materials in the quarters occupied by the bureau.
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The
Portland Journal
M. Wilkins
Portland
Lane County
Union Depot
Hope
Timber
Lave County
Roseburg's Reason in Labor Split Leaves A F L Chapter
Roseburg's labor paper explains that due to lack of support from the AF of L and the New Orleans convention actions toward Railway Employes, the local union chose to withdraw and surrender its charter. G Y Harry, president of the State Federation and organizer for the AF of L, had visited last May, but no further engagement followed.
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Ano
Roseburg Labor Union
A. F. of Ly
G. Y. Harry
State Federation of Labor
A. F. of L
GG. Y. Harry
New Orleans
United Brotherhood of Railway
Starris
Hermann
Harris
Albany Democrat candidate for U S district attorney
The Albany Democrat reports Geo. C. Brownell of Clackamas as a candidate for U S district attorney. It notes questions about how he plans to gain prestige by aligning with a candidate backed by the administration, suggesting political maneuvering and behind the scenes arrangements.
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Albany Democrat
Geo. C. Brownell
Clackamas
U. S
Ships in Port Land Harbor Fly Hats Half Mast
A note reviews how German ships in Port Land Harbor hoisted half mast flags for several occasions. A captain explains the custom as proper due to Christ's death. The article wades through varied comments on public notices, elections, manners, and a Portland club dispute among women.
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Portland
Rev Schell Attacks Carey In Open Letter
Rev Joseph Sebell accuses Judge Carey Portland police judge of shielding timber land frauds in Oregon. Open letter alleges Carey aided alleged manipulators and hints at Carey’s possible appointment as minister to Argentina paying 10000 annually, with predicted resistance before confirmation and questions over Roosevelt’s stance.
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Joseph Sebell
Carey
Sebell
Oregon
Judge Carey
Portland
Lord
Mitchell
Schell
Walher Selell
W. P. Lord
Argentine Republic
Department of the Interior
Roosevelt
Salem's Parade to Honor Pedro the Longtime Salem Horse
The Salem Journal notes Pedro, the largest horse in Salem, has served Capital Lumber Company for sixteen years. He helps move timber and freight cars, weighs two pounds, and is famed for his gentleness, appetite, and reliability. He sleeps well, never strikes, and works for board and lodging longer than any man in the yard.
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Pedro
Salem
Capital Lumber Company
Salem Journal
New Coast Road Backing for Oregon & Pacific Railroad
A. C. Hough reports from San Francisco that Oregon & Pacific Railroad directors plan to build from Grant's Pass to Crescent City with construction soon after securing rights of way. The line may extend along the coast to Coos Bay and Humboldt Bay, with no current ties to Southern Pacific or Great Central.
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A. C. Hough
Grant's Pass
Sanrancisco
Oregon & Pacific Railroad Company
Hough
Portland Telegram
Sanbranciacu
Oregon & Paciflc
Crescent City
Oregon & Pacific
Coos Way
Eureka
Humboldt Bay
Southern Pacific Company
Jim Hill
Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe
Portland
San Francisco
Great Central
Coos Bay
Marshfield
Koselurg
Ashland High School Extends to Four-Year Course
The Ashland board of education voted Thursday night to expand Ashland High School to a four-year program reducing prep time for state university entry. A petition by 150 taxpayers supported the move, which eliminates this year’s graduating class and requires an additional teacher.
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Ashland
City Board of Education
Ashland High School
Iigh
State University
Albany Named as Campaign Headquarters for Sam White
Albany will serve as the headquarters for Mr. Sam White, chairman of the state Democratic committee, who will manage the coming congressional campaign from Albany. White arrives tonight and stays through the convention, then travels to Boise for the Jefferson banquet before returning to Albany to pursue campaign preparations against the Republicans.
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Eugene
Sam White
Portland Journal
Albany
White
Saty
Boise
Brownell's Gall and a Slip on Ringer’s Priority
At the recent convention Geo. C. Brownell praised providence for the land of honey and prosperity. He erred by thanking God and Hinger Hermann, then attempted to place Ringer first on the list, a slip that undercuts the claim.
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Geo. C. Brownell
Hinger Hermann
Brownell
Gott
Ringer
Mrs Babb Seeks Divorce in State Circuit Court
Claire Babb filed suit in the state circuit court today for a divorce from William S. Babb on grounds of adultery. Madge Lar bern is named as co respondent. The couple were married six years, with Babb listed as of Eugene.
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Poertland Journal
Claire Babb
State
William S. Babb
Crands
Madge Larbern
Hable
Babb
Eugene Bay
Reverend Beck Plans Theological Study in New York
RevL D Beck of Cottage Grove travels to Sotaville then on to New York to study at a theological seminary for a period before returning to Oregon with his family.
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L. D. Beck
Cottage Grove
Sotaville
District Chairman Sends 220 Letters in Campaign Drive
In a state congressional district race the Republican district chairman, Dr TW Harin, reported mailing 220 letters during the recent drive. The record notes his focus on constituency outreach and campaign correspondence as part of his chairmanship duties.
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TW. Harin
Notable Distant Guests and Local Attenders
A stream of visitors and residents traverse Eugene and nearby towns. Adam Wilhelm of Junction and Fred Castleman of Portland arrive in Eugene while Mrs. Robt Cherry of Salem visits. State Fish Warden A G Van Dusen and A L A president T E Latimer travel to Roseburg and Roseburg area.
To Be Moved Porite at Fairmount
A notice states a building on Fairmount is to be moved for foundation work. The Loves are to relocate from High Selvel Property to Stewart's addition. Houses will be moved and placed in position sometime next week.
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Fairmount
High Selvel
Stewart
Opening Day on the Links at Eugene Golf Club
The Eugene Golf Club opened its season this afternoon with 60 members gathering on College Hill to compete in the opening bout of the sense. Ladies in chic golf attire and University students joined in, with caddies and a well appointed club house adding to the festive, athletic mood. The course’s hills and bunkers offered challenge as spectators praised the venue and forecast a lively season with championship prospects. The club roster includes Misses Belle Brown Stella Robinson Laura Miller Carrie Hovey Ada Hendricks Rosalie Friendly Eva Stinson Louise Yoran Dollie Ankeny Mabel Smith Ella M Dobie Carrie Paine Caroline Benson Alice Bretherton Mary Dale and many others.
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Eugene Golf Club
College Hill
Eugene
Cluob
University
Misses Belle Brown
Stella Robinson
Laura Miller
Carrie Hovey
Ada Hendricks
Rosalie Friendly
Eva Stinson
Louise Yoran
Dollie Ankeny
Mabel Smith
Ella M
Dobie
Carrie Paine
Caroline Benson
Alice Bretherton
Mary Dale
Wm. Renshaw
Lizzie Luckey
T. M. Day
T. G. Hendricks
Messia
H. A. Vincent
W. T. Carroll
Alton Hampton
C. A. Burden
Otto Olston
Kenneth Miller
Fred Staver
H. V. Dolph
H. D. Sheldon
G. W. Griffin
R. H. Dearborn
P. L. Campbell
C. D. Atterbury
Del*ore Sherk
D. W. Taylor
Rea Norris
R. A. Fenton
Webster Kincaid
B. DeCoy
Joseph Schafer
O. F. Stafford
New Train Agent Circular Sets Salaries and Duties
The New Train Agent circular from Superintendent Fields of the 8. P. I Co. announces monthly salaries of 8100 for passenger brakemen appointed as Train Agents. Ten men including O. B. Crouse, A. T. Morian, W. W. Young, and others are named to report April 6. Train agents will be subordinate to conductors, wear uniform, collect tickets, cash, and handle ticket reports formerly done by conductors. Conductors resent the change, despite a raise to 15 per month.
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Fields
8. P. I Co
O. B. Crousman
A. T. Morian
W. W. Young
P. A. Nelson
J. H. Lee
A. H. Wesley
Harry L. Foggart
C. H. Brace
A. Ford
J. A. Follette
Mrs Catherine Muser Dead At 75 In Lane County
Mrs Catherine Muser died at her home 172 West Eighth Street early today aged 75. Born in Switzerland July 4, 1828 she married C F Muser in Germany in 1856. They came to the United States six months later and settled in Lane County in 1873. No children survive. a daughter died years ago. Funeral from West Eight Street home tomorrow at 2 30 pm to I O O F Cemetery.
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Daily Guard
Catherine Muser
Waest Eighth Street
I, O
Modern Brotherhood Agent Settles First Eugene Policy
William J. Applegate, state manager of the Modern Brotherhood of America, paid the life policy on Mrs. Riddle in Eugene yesterday. The loss is the society’s first sustained there and was settled promptly for the full face value.
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William J. Applegate
Modern Brotherhood of America
Riddle
Modern Brotherhood
Eugene
Give it Up Lowe Modive Smith Will Coach the Fogene
Salem Journal reports Lowe Modive Smith will coach the Fogene, signaling a leadership change for the program. The item emphasizes Smith’s appointment as head coach and outlines expected impact on team strategy and season plans.
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Salem Journal
Lowe Modive Smith
Hermann Ig The Ml Hermann Ig The Ml
The Daily Guard reports on Binger Hermann securing the Republican nomination after a protracted convention struggle. Despite opposition delays and split votes, Hermann edged ahead on the final ballots with figures near sixty, while Claude Gatch and others failed to unite against him. The convention adjourned without formal adjournment as delegates prepared for the June election.
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Daily Guard
Lalot
Binger Hermann
Greeeman
Hermann
Mann
New Church at Cobdert Evangelist Olson Leads Dedication
Evangelist D E Olson oversees a new Christian church building in the county. Funds raised by his group supported the project, yielding a 600 and neat structure. The dedication is set for the first Sunday in May.
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D. E. Olson
Christian Church
Bes
Birth Notice for Le April Child on April 10 1908
A birth notice reports the arrival of a newborn son to Mr and Mrs Le on April 10 1908. The item notes only the parents and date with no additional details.
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Mrs. © le
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James K. Weatherford
Chas. V. Galloway
Yamhill
Credentiala
J. H. Beeman
Seth Rigga
J. P. Lovett
BE K K. Wilson
Order of Business
W. H. Webrang
M. A. Weber
C. V. Galloway
J. D. Matlock
Geo, Downing
A. J. Wilhelm
Benton
C. EB. Wait
DB. Fenton
Coos
Curry
Ira Wi
Kenton
B. F. Irving
C. FE
Hewes
Veet
Jeffrey Kaiser
Wm. Galloway
Christ
Germany
Sam Friendly
Mr. Friendly
Lawrence Harris
Lewis and Clark Club
Federation of Women's Clubs
Edith Tezier Wetherred
New Coast Road
Grant's Pass, Ore
Cal
California
Brownell’s
New York
Adam Wilhelm
Junction
Hunger Hermann
Geo. Miller
Ira Campbell
Fred Castleman
EB. O. Potter
Sound
J. B. Lathrop
Horacey McKinle
Hot Springs
Arkansas
P. S. Plummer
Ross
American Federation of Labor
Metropolis
J. S. Cooper
Independence
J. M. Shelley
Galloway
Oregon City
Leslie Scott
Harvey Scott
Oregonian
Lealle
R. S. Bean
S. H. Friendly
H. R. Kincaid
W. B.baker
Irving
Turner
John McDonald
H.W. Heal
S. Pongent
FE. L. Smith
Silverton Paper
Taylor
Booth-Kelly Company
Airlie
Dallas
Mra. Ireland
Mra
Luke Goodrich
Griggs Bros
Comstock
Ben
H. P. Page
Philadelphia
Washington
Page
M. E
Lila Fasaevyy Py
Hermann Ig
Gene Armory
Gatch
Claude Gatch
Fdr Harris
B. L. Eddy
Tillamook Gation
Vawter
Hit
Tion
Herris
Eddy
Kendall
Cobdert
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