Swamp Root Promises Kidney Health Cure
A medicinal advertisement touts Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney disease and related ailments. It claims the product detoxifies blood, treats inability to hold urine, and reduces frequent urination, asserting dramatic health benefits and urging readers to request a sample and mail order information from Kilmer & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimer
Lottie
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
Generon
Dr. Kilmer
Binghamton, N. Y
Running Country Papers and the Critics of Oregon News
Editor Ben Nett of The Dalles Optimist argues that many communities curse their local newspapers yet rely on them daily. He contends the typical paper is underappreciated, underpaid, and misunderstood, while neighboring towns praise other papers and editors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bennett
Dalles Optimist
Oregon
Plum Cultus
Frazzie
Key of Christmas Land in Lyie’s festive verse
An archival verse by William Lyie laments who holds the key to Christmas Land. The poem invites Cherub Love to open gates, spread light, and aid God’s poor amid holiday duties and charity as days grow short.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christmas Land
Cherub
Peach
Harvest
Awards Pile Up At Lane County Poultry Show
Judge MH H Collier presides over the Lane County Poultry Association show awarding prizes across breeds. Winners include Buff Orpingtons to Van Valin and Metcalf, White Minorcas to Awbrey, Silver Laced Wyandottes to Titus, and many more from Eugene, Cottage Grove, Drain, and Coburg with diverse classes and pullet and cockerel honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MH. H. Collier
Lane County Poultry Association
Buff Orpingtons
van Valin
Doren
H. K. Metcalf
Cottage Grove
C. Gray
Ee Grove
D. T. Awbrey
Wyandottes
J. F. Titus
Eugene
Lee Barker
Drain
Rhode Island
Pearson
Turner
Jos. Nuorre
Mary
Walker
Cottage
F. H. Rosenberg
Light Brahmas
Edwin Shearer
Plymouth Rocks
Perry Barber
Coburg
N. H. Martin
Edith B. Linton
Anconas
Emily Stevens
E. C. Cole
W. C. Conner
Opal Bond
Irving
Ed Bryant
Richard Lyons
Jerry Bertelsen
A. W. Bond
M. B. Turkeys
E. A. Kruse
Roseburg
Rey
O. C. Wright
Night Riders Trial Witnesses Testify in Union City
Mrs Anna Jackson testified that she and her daughter Dora witnessed night rider visits and named at least 27 members. Will Russell, a former night rider now state's witness, described Rankin killing and feared his life under guard as he confessed his role. His account aligned with Fehringer's tale.
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Union City
Tenn
Anna Jackson
Night Riders
Dora Jackson
Will Russell
Atate
Russel
Rankin
Russell
Fehringer
James Parvin Estate Probate Valued at $15000
The will of James Parvin, Lost Valley pioneer, dated May 12 1965, lists an estate valued at $15000. Provisions bequeath cash to his daughter Ida, land to son H M Parvin, and properties to his wife with remainder to children, including specific tracts and the school district allotment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Parvin
Lost Valley
Ida Wili
Ham
H. M. Parvin
Down
Jobo B. Hanna
Te Legameton
Jeanie Shafter
Bertha Jacove
Mabel Vv. Hilla
H. M. Parris
Wade
Eugenera
Marriages Spotted at Albany and Alicel in December
Lawrence F Jensen of Eugene and Mamie M Dickson wed at the bride’s parents home in Albany at 3 30 PM The groom co owner of Buckene Planing Mill Co and a fourth regiment C N G officer The bride previously resided in Eugene They will live in Eugene after building a home on West Seventh Street August Ericson and Loga Roser wed at Alicel at noon December 15 officiated by Rev W H Gibson The groom a farmer from Eugene The couple will reside at the Hunter farm north of Island City and be at home after January 1
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. P Painiippt
Albany
Lawrence F. Jensen
Eugene
Mamie M. Dickson
Alany
Bukene Planing Mill Co
Co. C
West Seventh Street
Blair
J. H. Standley
Alicel
Ericson
Loga Roser
W. H. Gibson
Forst Baptist Church
Vailey
C. J. Ersson
Hugene
Ore
Ben Roger
Idaho
Boys and Girls Aid Society of Oregon Appeals for Homes
The Boys' and Girls' Aid Society of Oregon thanks Eugene elites for help and notes its non sectarian work rescuing homeless and abused children. It seeks homes and funds due to crowded receiving home, with Lane County advisory board contacts for more information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boys’ and Girls’ Aid Society of
Oregon
Elittes
Eugene
Lane County Advisory Board
Messrs
J. M. Wil- Nama
Darwin Bristow
L. E. Bean
Geo. Kelly
Myrtle E. Pease
Greatest steel plant is now in operation
Hammond Ind Dec 22 The actual manufacture of steel began at Gary yesterday when blast furnace No 12 was blown in and the first step taken in making the Calumet region a great iron and steel center The $25 000 000 plant is now in operation and work will be increased until it is estimated 25 000 men will be employed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hammond
Ind
Gary
Calumet Region
Death of Mrs Christina Winzenrled Near Eugene
Mrs Christina Winzenrled died at her daughter’s home two miles north of Eugene on the river road December 22 1908 aged 78. She leaves two daughters Mrs Charles Knoop near Eugene and Mrs John Scherler Creswell. The funeral will be Thursday at the I C O F cemetery with Rev J S McCallum conducting the services
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene
River Road
Christina Winzenrled
Charles Knoop
John Scherler
Creswell
J. 8. McCallum
Lowell Correspondent Dispatches Local Happenings
Frosty but busy day with road work by McBee Brothers for Nation extension through Maggie Cain and Michael place now owned by Clarence McBee Rush Island. Born to Josephakeley’s wife a daughter December 12 at Rush Island school closed with program. Mac Crows helps Mrs Hyland run Lowell Hotel. Nichols the reserve ranger visits Jackson county parents. will be away two weeks. Delp on a pleasure trip to Southern California. Michaels ne w dwelling nearly ready to occupy. Carter camp B K firm to resume after holidays. Merry Xmas to readers.
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Lowell
McBee Brothers
Maggie Cain
Michael
Clarence McBee
Rush Island
Joseph Blakeley
Mamie Sheridan
Mac Crows
Hyland
Goodman
Thomas Crayle
Nichola
Jackson County
E. F. Hyland
Eugene
Floyd Kelsay
George Delp
California
Michaels
Carter
B.K
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Strong evidence against Hains cited in trial at Flushing
In Flushing on December 22, witnesses for the prosecution bolstered stories of W. B. Annis’s killing during the T. J. Hains trial. Bayside Yacht Club members William Knapp and John C. Stephens testified about events around the race and dock, including Knapp seeing Mrs. Annis run, and Stephens hearing Hains say he would protect his brother and would shoot anyone who interfered. Both witnesses noted a pause between the first and subsequent shots by Captain Hains at Annis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flushing
W. EB
T. J. Hains
Willam Knapp
Bayside Yacht Club
Aonis
Knapp
Annis
Stephens
Hains
Anols
Mrs Annis Testifies About Bayside Yacht Club Killing
In Flushing the trial of Captain Hains reached a climax as Mrs William E Annis testified for nearly three hours detailing the August 15 killing of her husband Thornton Hains at the Bayside Yacht club The defense pressed to undermine her testimony focusing on a “beckoning” episode and the sequence leading to the shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flushing
Thornton J. Hanns
William E. Annis
Captain Hains
Annis
Bayside Yacht Club
Aunis
Thornton
McIntyre
Mrs. Annis
Hains
The Cook’s Book by Janet McKingale Hill
An 80 recipe collection from Boston Cooking School author Janet McKingale Hill titled The Cook's Book promises elegant recipes for dishes cakes and pastries to please domestic households. The offer includes a free copy via a 26 cent KC Baking Powder certificate with return address and a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Janet McKingale Hill
Boston Cooking School
K. C
Dept. $2
Jaques Mfg. Co
Chicago
K.C
Local Chick Feed Popular at Multiple Stores
A reader notes daily consumption of two feeds labeled F. Schooffer's annual chick food. They claim availability at Eugene Chemical Factory Moon and Tingley's and Cham bera Hardware, suggesting wide local supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schooffer
Eugene Chemical Factory
Moon & Tingley’s
Chambera Hardware
Crow Hall Dance Invitation On New Year’s Night
Public invitation to a New Year’s night dance at Crow hall advertised by Chambers Hardware Co. Imperial Car Cleaner promises to remove pitch or dirt from painted or varnished surfaces without harming the finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crow Hall
Imperial Car Cleaner
Chambers Hardware Co
Weekly Market Report and Agricultural Prices Summary
Market week in Chittimark shows prices for wool, poultry, dairy, and livestock. Butter, eggs, and cheese listed with per unit rates. live stock including cows, steers, veal, mutton, and hogs noted. Crop prices cover potatoes, onions, lemons, oranges, wheat, corn, and feeds with per unit and per ton figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mohal
Ile
Perth
Turkeys and Hides Trade in Portland Markets
Portland market reports a strong tone with turkey prices at 20 to 26 cents and most sales around 24 cents. Dressed poultry, geese, and creamed chickens move slowly. live poultry prices hold. Hides and leather trades show year end quietness with prices firm for now and expansion tied to Union Meat Company plant. Cranberries and other produce see steady demand for Christmas, with limited eastern stock and barrels around 14 dollars. Potatoes and onions in focus as California trade shifts to Gregson and local growers hold for higher bids. Veal prices high with limited supply, while hogs and Union yards remain steady.
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Portland
Revelpta
Hiconte
Union Meat Company
Pny
South
Coloo Heing
California
Gregson
Seth
Flem
Hog market and livestock prices hover in uncertain demand
Buyers show reluctance to push the hog market amid uneven demand and mixed Eastern market signals. Local yard activity remains light with small arrivals and firmer prices for high quality sheep while cattle and hog quotes vary by weight and grade, reflecting cautious trade and ongoing market adjustment.
Food Market Prices From Oregon and Nearby Regions
A dense listing of farm and grocery prices across Oregon and nearby regions including flour, feed, grains, produce, fruits, vegetables, dairy, and poultry. Notable items include flour at various per ton and per barrel rates, Timothy and clover hay, apples, oranges, grapes, potatoes, and dairy products with numerous per unit and per box prices.
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Iedo
Brewline
Vatley
Mack Graham
Willamette Valley
Oregon
Orton
Horseradiah
Beneeth Hollyood
Oregon Ranch
Lee
Mound Tems Notes Local Happenings and Travel
Special correspondence from Mound Oregon December reports Mr G W Layne's return from Eugene. Bridge work near the post office by M L D Johnson. Charley Lacey’s new home near Conger Prairie. Timber cruising near Roseburg. Wildcats damage goats. locals discuss ending wildcat bounty. Mound School closes for two weeks with a program and tree dance. Attendance from Alma and Pugh place families. Roy Bierce returns from Smith River. Local hosts include George Prescott and Hazen Johnson. Miss Besale Menta returns from Springfield for holiday vacation. Christmas and New Year wishes.
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Mound
G. W. Layne
Eugene
M. LD. Johnson
Charley Lacey
Conger Prairie
Charles Layne
Roseburg
Earl Parsons
Alma Apo
Jack Johnson
Pugh Place
Johnson
Roy Bierce
Smith River
Glen Baunders
Independence
A. D. Bierce
George Prescott
Hazen Johnson
Prescont
Besale Menta
Springfield
Tax Votes On Lower Siuslaw Wagon Road and School Levy
Florence voters debated road and school finances at meetings in the Odd Fellows hall. Noffsinger outlined two miles of road work costing about 407 dollars. A committee was empowered to study routes and pursue a possible new survey. A ten mill tax was approved for road projects. Florence school voters authorized a twelve mill tax to support nine months of school plus state and county funds. A separate note records a new baby born to Claud and Mrs Yates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Road
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Florence
Nott« Singer
Mapleton
Noffsinger
C. C. Behnke
Martin Noffainger
S. J. Shrium
Prosser Ranch
Munsell Creek
Siusian River Improvement Club
Yaquina
W. HH
Weatherson
T. A. Yout
D. EF. Severs
Congress
Horn
Claud Yates
John Yates
Florence West
First National Christmas Calendars Ready for Distribution
The First National announces 1909 calendars prepared for distribution. Readers are urged to visit or write within a week to receive one, as they cannot be mailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National
Pyeography Illustrates No Woodard Dreame Catalog
An 1880s illustrated catalog from Clark Co and Peele presents a curios item titled Fascinating Pyeography. The catalog lists works by Woodard and features decorative designs, with emphasis on ornate typography and imaginative titles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodard, Clark & Co
Thurston Votes Special Road Tax in Local Purport
Special correspondence from Thurston reports a village vote on a three mill road tax to fund repairs from Industrial Bank area to the east. The measure passed by a nine vote margin amid low turnout, with Ira Gray named as road supervisor candidate after a two-ballot selection process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thurston
Elst
Inlgh Bank
Platt
Iave
Father Latton
Roth
Ehaly
Piette
Ae Donsideon
Mr. Ford
Charles Gray
Ira Gray
Ira Cray
DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Ad
DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills are antiseptic and soothe quickly. Inlet states size 50c. Bold here by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
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THE
William Lyie
Collier
Lottage Grove
Get Tea Co
Greatest Steel
Agere
Yountlane Market
Porsand Union
Tockyarde
I. Co
Harmibe
Contland
Lower
Siuslaw
C. Shrum
S&s. J
Martin Noffsinger
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