Money Orders Explained for Postal Patrons
The article explains limits and handling of money orders. Highest single order is 100, foreign orders limited to 50. Retain the stub receipt and present it to the postmaster for inquiries. No need to register money orders. The post office must deliver to the directed payee and will compensate if misdelivered. If lost, obtain a Washington issued duplicate from the issuing post office.
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Post Office Department
Postoffice Department
Washington
Change in the Oregonian dreams according to Hanna
The Astorian recounts a tale of ex secretary Kincaid and editor H W Scott of the Oregonian. Hanna allegedly warned Scott in Washington that opposing the administration could provoke a costly press war financed by friends ready to invest up to a million dollars to undermine the Oregonian’s influence.
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Kincaid
H W Scott
The
Oregonian
Mr Scott
New York
Mark Hanna
Washington City
Scott
Washington
Hanna
McKinley
Oregon
West
Oregon Democrats eye Chamberlain for governor
A Democratic leader in Andleton East Oregonian notes George E Chamberlain of Portland as a leading candidate for Oregon governorship next year. Chamberlain is praised for efficient service in prior offices, broad support including Republicans, and strong prospects for an honest, capable administration if nominated and elected.
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Andleton
East
Oregonian
Oregon
George E Chamberlain
Portland
Democratic Party of
Mr Chamberlain
High Prices Rule At Dawson Son Industry
Dawson shows a robust lumber sector with five sawmills employing 177 workers, payrolls at 40 000 monthly, capacity 85 000 feet daily, plus two shingle mills outputting 55 000 pieces, a lath mill 20 000 daily, and added planing, sash and door, plus furniture factories. A government contract this year for 1 000 000 feet underscores favorable market conditions and steady pricing, with dressed lumber at 125 per thousand and rough at 115, logs at mill price 38 per thousand.
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Dawson
Will Russia Deepen Control of Manchuria after Treaty
The article decries a peace treaty gifting Russia virtual control of Manchuria, delaying troop withdrawal, granting exclusive mining and railway rights, and allowing Russian officers in Chinese garrisons. It argues no power can counter Russia and predicts full Russianization of wealth and influence in the region.
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Japan
Russia
China
Manchuria
Ie Caar
Gat Province
Brief Notices From The Baker County Chronicle
A mix of local items notes Salem events, a counterfeit coin in Baker City, a shooting match on Thanksgiving at Harrisburg with an evening ball, and political pieces. John Kauffman resigns to move to Portland. Insurance payout covers a burned house in Baker City. Memorial services planned with speakers from Astoria and Portland. Onions yield tops in Halliboro area. Washington County questions arise.
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Harrisburg
John Kauffman
J VY Kauffman
Portland
North British Fire Insurance Company
LG Haulin
Bettie Humphrey
Thirteenth
Mill Streets
Dolis Cohen
Dee
Astoria Lodge
Elke
John M Gearin
Armory
Eugene Elks
Hillaboro
J C Hare
Washington County
Poems and notices from Pacific Monthly page
The item includes a verse by Eusie M. Licey reflecting on seasons and grief, a brief note that Will Stewart of Mohawk returned from Alaska with mining claims, and a report that N B Alley completed an elevator installation at Hall & Son's grocery store enabling easier access to the upper floor.
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Alaska
Will Stewart
Alseke
Siberia
Hall & Son
Daily Guara Now 12 Hors Soup
Mr Pearr of Mohawk sold his hop lot of 35 bales today for just over 9 cents per pound, according to the report.
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Pearr
Mohawk
Fooling the Minister and the Wood Pile Joke
An Albany minister recounts a wood pile ruse to feed tramps who sought meals at his church. He offered to let them split wood to balance the ledger, a scheme that drew some, then waned as hobos learned to avoid it. The minister laughs at the ongoing prank.
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Albany
Court House Items and Real Estate Transfers
Real estate transfers listed in Lane and Blue River districts include W J Rogers acquiring Lots 2 3 4 and 5 in Tilnewood from RE Wilson for 220 dollars. Harriet Weiss to WJ Roger Florence Eugene area for 460 dollars. Eskin group into Basin district for 457 dollars. George R Buss and Sarah A Hues to Overton Dowell 160 acres in township bar li for 400 dollars. Ida L Lovie to Lione Jones 160 acres in township Sw with no cash. George K Buss to Lp lzeru w 160 acres. Samuel Brewbaker to Uncle Sam Mining Milling Co fractional and Red Bell claims in Bue Rover mining district for 2500 dollars. Samuel Brewbaker et al to Uncle Sam Milling Co Bunsire mining claims in Live River district for 2500 dollars. Sam Mining Milling Co Uncle Sam claim in Blue River district for 2400 dollars. Sam Mining Milling Co Little Veil claim in Blue River district for 2500 dollars. Geo M Hawley and Micevie M Hawley to Robinson Morford 8 in Hawley addition Eugene for 1 dollar and land exchanges. Morford to Hawley 160 acres in 10 sr4w for 1 dollar and exchange of lands.
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Samuel Brewbaker
Uncle Sam Mising & Milling Co
Uncle San
Blue River District
Uncle Sam Mining & Milling Co
Little Veil
Geo M Hawley
Micvie M Hawley
Robinson Morford
Hawley
Eugene
Janda
Winter trip to California and Arizona via Shasta route
A promotional note for a winter journey from Portland to Southern California and Arizona along the Shasta route. It highlights renewed interest in the region, diverse scenery, and numerous resorts across mountains, shores, valleys, and plains. Two trains daily, modern sleeping cars, and low rates are emphasized, with a call to request illustrated guides from K. Miller, General Passenger Agent, Portland, Oregon.
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California
Arizona
Steeriny S Kies
Portland
Arizons
Miller
Portland, Or
Diphtheria, Orchards, and a Mysterious Bone Find
Diphtheria recurs near Dusty as Timson notes the outbreak. Henry Butcekis plans a carload apple shipment to Helena while Bushnell’s orchard yields a $1,000 crop and $1.10 tax per board. Monroe reports a bureau jaw bone found near a burned residence on Mile ofare in a woodshed teardown, sparking speculation about its origin and meaning.
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Henry Butceki
Helena
Montara
Bushnell
Ewr
Monroe
Otare Pisces
Wanted 500 cords of hemlock bark at 10 per
Wanted 500 cords of hemlock bark at 10 dollars per cord. Enquire at the tsn urry. a oe W W Haines & Co.
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Tsn
Goats for Sale and Local News Snapshots
Twenty five goats aged up to five years are offered for sale with contact in Everett. The report also notes a boy’s injury in Junction City where a left arm fracture required surgical adjustment. A sale of feed oats and baled hay is advertised by Irving, Oregon. Wheat futures show seven hundred thousand bushels sold, with ranchers watching prices around 45 to 454 cents as buyers paused.
Fiendish Attack Affects Cherokee Man Wolisler
A recent assault on C F Wolisler of Cherokee Iowa nearly killed him by injuring his kidneys and back. He suffered great pain and could not stoop or sit without cushions. Electric Bitters cured his ailments, purifying his blood and restoring strength. 50 cents at W OG DeGsoo's drug store.
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C F Wolisler
Cherokee
Iowa
DeGsoo
Pure Home Made Brandy and Benefit Notes
Pure Home Made Brandy offers prune apple or pear brandy at 75 cents a quart or 2.50 a gallon with secure boxing for stage or express orders. Oregon Weekly reports a large co ed meeting for a football benefit chaired by Miss Jakway with plans set for Friday the 22d and booth chairmen named for each class. Albany scheduling issues persist as High School football struggles to arrange a game with Albany college while C B Clement reports 108 new applicants for the OTM intake, leaving the tent in flourishing condition.
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Conanmera
Foorsa
Oregon
Misa Jakway
Seolors
Miss Hemenway
Miss Ankeny
Mise Cleaver
Miss Me Murren
Whit taker Granted Original Pension and Shiedall Grantee
John W Whit taker received an original pension of six dollars per month and Daniel Shiedall was granted a pension ranging from ten to twelve dollars monthly through the agency of pension attorney A B Williams.
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Pexston
John W Whittaker
Daniel Shiedall An Trea
Williams
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