Oregon's Senior Senator Dies After Long Illness
Bartland December 8 reports Senator Mitchell died at eight this morning after diabetic coma and lingering illness. He suffered an appendicitis operation, blood transfusions, and saline treatments failed to save him. Surrounded by family including Judge W O Chapman and J E Minto, his death shifts Oregon’s U S Senate appointment to Governor Chamberlain.
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Dee
John H. Mitch
Oregon
Mitchell
Cregan
John H. Mitchell
Higo
New York
John B. Mitchell
Bartland
Itebel
Portland Official Seen in Favor of Wood in Race
In Salem Judge Gilfry and Rosebarg Judge Hamilton are named, with the odds leaning toward C. E. Wood of Portland as the favored candidate.
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Henry H. Gilfry
Salem
Hamilton
Rosebarg
C. E. Wood
Portland
Oregon Governor Names 25 Delegates for Washington Visit
Salem February 7 Governor Cosmbenmill and Presiders Huleran Secretary Walter Lyons of the Willamette Valley Development League named 25 delegates to go to Washington to advocate Oregon needs. The list includes judges, doctors, and local leaders from Medford Salem Eugene Portland and other cities.
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Salem
Cosmbenmill
Huleran
Walter Lyons
Willamette Valley Development League
Washington
Oregon
George T Ualmin
Klamath Palle
J. Stape
North Bend
Dr. Tower
Merchfield
W. Vawter
Medford
Lou Stinson
C. A. Haray
Eugene
Bb. F. Jones
Oledo
Hume
Wedderburn
Warrenheed
Gardiner
Fred
Haker
Titlawock
Judge Taylor
Astoria
J. N. Teal
Portland
H. M. Cake
Port Jam
C. Apperson
McMilnville
BE. W. Hawes
Forest Grove
L. T. Griffith
Oregon City
A. B. Graham
Percy Young
Albany
G. W. Griffin
F. W. Beusso
Roseburg
Major Blumenrother
Bandoo
Virgil Waters
Corvallis
J. H. Bingham
Dr. W. N. Ellis
M. A. Miller
Lebanon
Washington assigns Congress committees and bills up for vote
Washington reports increased Republican strength on key standing committees while Democrats keep their numbers. Oregon gains seats in irrigation and mining panels as Indian affairs and presidential election roles shift. War chief Mackenzie urges no extra Clayutte receiver funding. Tillman rate bill sparks debate as immigration talks occur with Gompers. Postmasters named for Idaho Dallas and Tillamook.
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Cannon
Merchant Marine Commission
Oregon
House
Williameon
Hermeonu
Mary Rogers Hanged in Vermont Execution Tale
A Vermont newspaper reports the execution of Mary Rogers after months of legal appeals. The article details the crowd, officials, and final moments, noting Governor Bell’s refusal of reprieve and Rogers’s calm march to the gallows at 1 1 p.m. with Father Delaney's prayers and the sheriff invoking a blessing as the trap opened.
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White River Junction
Vernor
Mary K Rogere
Vermont
Mary Rogere
Father Delaney
United States
McCauley
No Honors for Dead Senator
Ex Senator Thurston of Nebraska appeared in the supreme court and noted the death of Senator Mitchell whose case was pending. The chief justice acknowledged the death. a docket notice was entered and the appeal was dismissed by the appellant's death. The Senate adjourned as emboldened by Mitchell’s death. Falteo did not announce it. the House made no mention and adjourned Wednesday.
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Washington
Thurston
Nebraska
Supreme Court
Mitchell
Senate
Falteo
Artesian Water In Oregon Reported At Depth
Hauras Oregon December 11 The Portland Water Company has obtained artesian water at 300 feet with a flow of 0 gallons per minute marking the first artesian find here and promising irrigation for Harney valley and nearby areas. Ashland Oregon December 11 A Southern Pacific bore at the roundhouse struck water at 135 feet and a six foot standpipe filled with a steady flow. The water is soft and sweet and the well will be deepened for stronger pressure.
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Hauras, Or
Portland Laut Company
Harney Valley
Ashland
Southern
Pacifi Company
Garde
Two Coast Hangings in Different Prisons
In Walla Walla Angus McPhail, 51, was hanged at daybreak for the May 1 1903 murder in a Darrington saloon brawl after feigning insanity. He died in 241 minutes with a broken neck. In San Quentin Walter Warner, convict of a June 19 1904 Santa Barbara murder, was hanged at 10 42 a.m. after the supreme court denied the appeal.
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Wash
Angus McPhalil
State Prison
Fred Andesson
Darrington
Snohomish County
San Qorentin
Cal
Walter Warner
Marie Tomaya
Santa Barbara
Supreme Court
Warner
Insurance Investigation Highlights Home Life Handling
Henry E Ide president of Home Life Insurance testified at a New York inquiry stating no joint account for officers commissions, no involvement in syndicates, and limited collateral loans. He noted four and a half percent loan returns, a surplus over optimal levels, and ten percent annual asset distribution to policyholders with annual accounting to them.
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Henry E. Ide
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Home Life Insurance Company
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Meriwether Sentenced by Court Martial
Washington reports Cadet Meriwether sentenced by court martial for infractions of academy rules after a fight. He is to be confined within the academy limits for one year and reprimanded by the secretary of the vary. Bonaparte modified part of the sentence allowing him to join the annual practice cruise. The court found guilt on assaulting Branch and calling Simeneak a coward amid questions on death causation.
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Washington
Minesipman Meriwether
Academy
Vary
Bonaparte
Sim
Missing coupon offers from Halls arug store
A fragment notes doll certificates valued at 350 dollars offered by Halls arug store. Readers are advised to drop a card or call at their Feast Eighth street location to obtain one. The text is unclear but points to a promotional certificate collection effort.
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Hull
East Eighth Street
Packers' Cases Up in District Attorney Office
Garfield testified briefly this morning refusing to discuss the matter and reserving testimony for the court. Jury empaneling began, with lawyers debating separate trials on each indictment and the possibility of 21 juries. The judge allowed joining robbers who broke into an post office if applicable. Defendants objected, arguing no analogy, and the debate paused for lunch.
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Chicago
Garfield
Packers
Lanck
Mark Fleming Farm Sold Near Eugene
The Mark T. Fleming farm of 19 acres west of Eugene was sold to John J. Leonard of Baker City for 7000 dollars. Devereaux and Tripp acted as the selling agents.
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Eugene
Bee Fort
John J. Leonard
Baker City
Devereaux & Tripp
World News In Brief Dec 3 Headlines and incidents across nations
Buffalo reports fires destroying the Motan Or¢ Dee Dormnary and freighthouse. Washington notes Secretary Shaw denies plans to relieve the money market after cabinet debate. A Wisconsin governor grants a new murder trial for William Williane. execution date to follow. California reports Walter Cave killed by Santa Fe derailment. San Francisco covers Mrs W F E Corey seeking divorce via Nevada residence. Equitable stock dispute involves Ryan denying loans and asserting bonafide sale. St Petersburg describes Witte's resignation defiance at the czar. Chicago notes Dr Oliver Hart pleads guilty to Irene Kladen murder. Tokyo records Education Minister Kabota resigning amid professor protest. Washington adds Senate not attending John H Mitchell funeral. official notice pending.
Funeral plans and treacherous weather across major cities
Portland prepares for Senator Mitchell's funeral with arrangements for a Tuesday service and family viewing at city hall. Other items report a blaze on Mount Lowe disrupting communications, a bank burglary incident in Reading, and political, legal, and transport notes from Boston Cracow Paris Washington Newport and beyond with brief updates on elections, appointments, and infrastructure projects.
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Paria
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Jobe
Mitenell
Riverview Cemetery
Ha Slike
Odd Fillows
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