Teller's $700000 Bank Heist Exposed in Late NY Papers
New York reports reveal bank teller Alvord stole about $700000 from the First National Bank of New York over an extended period. He concealed losses by diverting cash items in daily mail, balancing with out-of-town charges, then returning to balance before monthly settlement. He led a double life while showing no conscience.
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New York
Alvord
First National Bank
Han
Morning Mail
A Curious Patent Political Supplement Quirk
A local Republican paper notes patent political supplements are odd. A Oregon list labeled Men who have deserted Bryan for McKinley highlights Gen Lew Wallace, a Wallace who never supported Bryan. A misrouted eastern supplement reached Kansas, listing five hundred Lawrence county voters who shifted from Bryan to McKinley, causing a local stir and prompting managers to recall them and send them back east where geography is less understood.
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Laveat
Oregon
Bryan
M+Kinley
Lew Wallis
Wallace
Kansas
Lawrence County
McKinley
Betting odds and their reflection on election outcomes
The article compares 1888 Cleveland and 1892 Harrison odds to today, noting how betting favors the party in power despite past losses. It argues millionaires back their choice with money, suggesting odds mirror backers more than likely results.
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McKinley
Cleveland
Harrison
Bryan
Feldenheimer Predicts McKinley Victory for Both Sides
A political enthusiast back from New York claims McKinley will sweep the country and that Croker's men are betting on McKinley. He questions how betting could favor both sides and asks for clarification to ease anxious readers.
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Feldenheimer
New York
Portland
McKinley
Croker
Preparations to swell vote for McKinley noted in Salem Journal
Eugene cor respondent reports from Salem Journal that extensive preparations are made to swell the vote for McKinley but doubts persist that election officials will deliver a large turnout without clever counting. The Guard expresses no doubt about the honesty of those who will receive and count votes next Tuesday.
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McKinley
Eugene
Salem Journal
State Committee Urges Bryan Voters to Carry Oregon
Portland Oregon November 1 1900 The State Committee calls Bryan voters to turnout and secure Oregon for Bryan and Stevenson urging every Bryan supporter to attend polls. Sheridan and Kiva chairmen emphasize active Lane County effort and redemption of the grand old county.
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Portland
Bryan
Oregon
Ryan
Stevenson
R. S. Sheridan
W. R. Kiva
Lane County
Professor Collier ordered to Washington for expeditionary report
Prof A J Collier formerly of Willamette University who spent last summer in Alaska with the Cape Nome geological survey has been telegrammed by the Washington department to go to the national capital to prepare the expeditionary force report. He expects to work three to four months and then attend an Eastern college before a petrography advance course and possible permanent assignment with the geological survey. He is presently in Eugene visiting relatives.
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Salem Statesman
A J Collier
Willamette University
Alaska
Cape Nome Geological Survey
Washington
National Capital
Cullier
Collier
Eastern College
Geological Survey
Eugene
Public Speaking by MrIN Harbaugh in Eugene Friday
MrIN Harbaugh of Eugene speaks Friday evening at the court house at 8 o clock on The Power of Money and the Centralization of Wealth. A chart will be shown and the talk is expected to draw interest, especially from ladies, by order of Union Committee.
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Mrin Harbaugh
Eugene
Court House
Four Acre Estate for Sale in Eugene with House and Barn
For Sale. About 4 acres of good land in Eugene with a house, barn and chicken house. Includes a good young orchard and reliable water. Ideal for garden or chicken ranch. Inquire at this office.
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Eugene
Pure Home Mady Brandy Sale Near Eugene Oregon
Advertisement by Francis Distiller in Eugene Oregon touts pure double distilled prune, apple or pear brandy made near Eugene for 2.50 a gallon or 0.75 a quart. Claims no fusel oils or prussic acid and that aging yields a yellowish tint. distillation yields clear liquor suitable for use.
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Oregon
Eugene
Francis
Fifth
Blair Streets
Mitchell speech recalls Mars railroad plan crowd size
Salem Journal notes John H. Mitchell recalling a 1900 crowd of about 150 for a railroad to Mars talk. Lackluster turnout led to only 6 a remaining, including Mitchell, after long wait. Also lists prices for poultry, flour, dried prunes, potatoes, lambs, and asks readers to write or call M Wilhelm in Monroe, Oregon.
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Salem Journal
Mitchell
John H
Mars
IM Croban
Lota
M Wilhelm Monroe
Goats For Sale and Wildlife Hunting Notice
A varied 19th century notice set includes Doveias & Co offering well bred wethers goats for sale, alongside a trespass warning to hunters. Other items announce Alaska Interior mail restrictions delaying newspapers and registered mail, a trade ad for a double barrel shotgun, millinery for wood barter, and a plow promotion by Oliver plow with local sellers listed.
Thoroughbred Bull for Sale in Oregon
Thoroughbred three year old bull for sale. Shortborn pull name unknown. For terms and particulars inquire of JV JEY in Oregon.
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JV Jey Xins
Orow
Oregon
Eyeball Removero Dr Gillis in Salem Reports Injury
Dr Gillis at Salem Tuesday removed one eyeball from Guardie Morris after a hunting incident. The shot penetrated the eye and Morris is recovering, with progress noted as he recovers from the injury caused by a companion during a hunt.
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Gillis
Salem
Guardie Morris
Bid for grain test and farm notices from Lane County
Fragmented local notices show farmers offering grain tests at Fao Chambers and reporting water rise near Walterville. J J Winn plans sheep sale to A Wilhelm if Bryan wins reelection. Also listed: 220 acre Coburg farm, wagon and buggy sales, 320 acre Lane county ranch near Walker station, and shingle and livestock listings from Oregon communities.
Appointments in Divinity School for Sunday November 4
List of divinity school appointments includes John J Handsaker at Lancaster and Brown, Harry Benton at Hebron, E M Patterson at Coburg, E F Beaudreau at Dexter, DC Kellems at Pleasant Hill, avid Olson at Walterville, W E Haven at Fern Ridge. A separate notice reports shoplifters at work in Eugene for two to three months with a $25 reward offered by E Hrogham for conviction of a thief stealing goods from his store and possibly selling gloves in remote county or state areas.
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Divinity School
John J Handsaker
Lancaster and Brown
Harry Benton
Hebron
M Patterson
Coburg
F Beaudreau
Dexter
Kellems
Pleasant Hill
Avid Olson
Walterville
E Haven
Fern Ridge
Eugene
E Hrogham
Fifty acres near Eu gene city limits offered for term details
Land listing for fifty acres of good farm land with no buildings adjoining the corporate limits of Eu gene. Apply for terms and particulars to L Campbell Guard office.
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Ren L
Eugene
L. Campbell
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Eugene Guard
Aeaturday
First National Bank OF New York
Prof. Collier
Harbaugh
John H. Mitchell
Free Silver
Marke
Doveias & Co
Hapkin
Willamette Streete
Oliver
Fao Mill
Fao Chambers
Mckenzie FE
C Marx, Jr
McKen
McKenzie Terry
tFe Hayden Bridge
John van Duyn
Coburg, Ur
Bain
F L Channers
SaLs
Walker Station
Walker
W Jones
Jasper
A J Cruzan
Pleasant Hil
J. W. Kays ‘Furniture CO
Ewsalme
Hisod
Hood
Hodeowaan
Hoods
Tien’s
Gilbert
HE City
McGuire Restaurant
Ninth Street
W. McGuire
India
Assam
Ceylon
Japan
Formosa
Bsc
Ninth ST
Willamette and
Oak
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Pearl Street
Steinway Eequare
University Bookstore
Becon
Sterner & Wright
H G Miller
Capes
S. H. Friendly
Aya
J. U. Green & Ci
Charter Oak Sync
Crouse & Brandegee Clothing
P, Frank & Soh
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