The E U S Journal on the Election Echoes
The Eugene State Journal surveys voters as it cites debates over empire, colonies, debt, and military government. It attacks financial interests led by Rockefeller Morgans and others, and questions the perceived appetite for humbug over duty and war over peace. It claims leaders like Mark Hanna Morgan and big trusts influence the masses.
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Rockefellers
Morgans
Eich
Trusta
T. Barnum
Mark Hanna
Morgan
Big Trust
The Spade for War The Lance Replaced by Digging Tools
British soldiers in the South African war are cited as deficient in trenching and use of the spade will be taught to dig as well as shoot. The piece argues that while spades may ease war burdens, national conscience trends toward violence, making peaceful aims unlikely.
Minster Beside Bride Price Doubled In Oregon Vow
A country couple from the mountains wed at a pastor's home in an Eastern Oregon town. After the ceremony the groom hesitated and asked what he owed. The minister suggested two dollars and a half, courtly yet careful to keep the sum fair for the groom and bride. The bridegroom asked for the price and a moment lingered as he weighed the cost.
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Swain
Oregon
Bridegroom Hands Minister Farewell Gift
A cheerful groom gives the minister fifty cents, summing to three dollars, and leaves with a sense the minister is paid. The minister’s wife sighs in regret as the exchange ends.
Short Memories On Gold Standard And Panic
Political observers overstate prosperity from the gold standard while eight years ago the same system preceded Harrison’s defeat. A financial cyclone swept the nation, causing a pan ic and ruined fortunes similar to a wall street collapse. Global commerce now shapes conditions beyond domestic policy.
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Harrison
Grant
Foot binding compared to waist tightening in North China Nevae
A Chinese commentator likens foot binding to waist tightening among Europeans arguing both serve male gaze. He questions Western calls against waist tightening, urges Christian women to begin anti waist tightening efforts at home, suggesting Chinese may follow. He cites medical women as contrast and implies change is unlikely without domestic action.
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North
China
Editorial Urges Swift Trial Law for Criminal Information
The Corvallis Times urges a law change to allow speedy trial on criminal information. It cites Francie Prior, jailed since June after commitment by Monroe justice court, noting no indictment was filed. The paper argues county courts should have jurisdiction to determine guilt or innocence promptly, saving taxpayers, the prisoner, and society.
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Corvailis Times
Francie Prior
Monroe
Prior
Linnton cannery fails on horse meat plan near Portland
The Linnton horse meat cannery near Portland collapsed financially due to weak demand among city poor. Owners plan another run on over a thousand Indian ponies bought cheaply from the Eastern Oregon plains. Report cites long held aversion to horse flesh as root cause.
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Linnton
Portland
Oregon
Government auction at Charlestown navy yard sells old Boston guns
The United States government started a barrain counter at Charlestown Massachusetts yard to dispose of discarded Boston harbor guns. Sixty two guns and fifty one carriages sold for 6000, and a second lot of ninety one guns and sixty six carriages sold for 5000.
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United States
Charlestown
Massachusetts
Navy Yard
Boston
Landslide Myth Doubted In Trusts And Imperialism Debate
In the post campaign reflection, observers note no landslide toward trusts or imperialism. Minor swing in big states could have swung the result toward Bryan. The Roosevelt nominating wave, born from the Spanish-American war era, remains too fresh for calm analysis.
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Bryan
Roosevelt
Desperate man Kubli recaptured after courthouse escape attempt
Kubli the inmate from Corvallis seized a chance to flee as guards led him toward Salem. Sheriff Burnett and Deputy Henderson pursued through Kenton County streets, firing warning shots. Kubli halted at the corner, a revolver pressed to his face, then surrendered and was returned to jail in Salem.
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Kubli
Aslem
Corvallis
Laroceny
Kenton
Salem
Burnett
Henderson
Court House
Sheriff Burnett
Iitter
Simpeon
City Council Meeting Notes November Session Actions
City council met in regular session with Mayor Harris and six councilmen present. Minutes from October meetings approved. Street committee reports filed and referred. Sidewalks authorized on Eleventh Street and North side from Charnelton to Lawrence with south side also ordered. Park Street outer 34 feet vacation petition referred to judiciary. Halloween patrols paid 2 each to seven officers. 50 cent dog burial expense approved. Cap Williams elected councilman to replace W H Luckey. Meeting adjourned to November 15, 7 PM.
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Deany Guard
Harris
Oburn
White
Preston
Roney
Peter
Councilman White
Street Committee
Eleventh Street
Charnelton
Lawrence
Park Street
Judiciary Committee
Danielson, Long, and Bella Sail from Florence With Lumber Cargoes
The schooner Danielson, bar bound for over a week, left for San Francisco Sunday carrying lumber. The schooner Ralph J Long from San Francisco was towed in Sunday morning and headed to load lumber. The schooner Bella, under Captain Smith, was towed in Monday and will take canned salmon from local canneries before finishing with lumber from Florence Lumber Co's mill.
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Danielson
Bar
San Francisco
Ralph J Long
Aome
Bella
Smith
Forence Lumber Co
Mixed Politics and Polls in Salem Town Election
Salem Journal notes a varied party balance with republicans holding key offices while independents and democrats share posts, Heralding taxpayers gains despite boodler fears. Florence West reports a large turnout, 212 votes in 11 precincts, a precinct record amid election day bustle. Ex Governor Pennoyer derides Bryan and previews a bleak party fate, while Portland Telegram recalls Samuel C Mowery’s fatal meningitis linked collapse in Stella, Washington, and his fatal neck dislocation after return to Portland.
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Florence West
Pennoyer
Bryan
McKinley
Cleveland
Portland
Samuel C Mowery
Stella
Wash
Post Office Moves Two Miles In Lane County Oregon
Governor Geergee appoints R Alexander of Pendleton to represent Oregon at the Pan American Exposition in Buffalo. The Wids post office in Lane County Oregon has shifted two miles to the wear with a new postmaster.
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Wids
Lane County
Wear
Geergee
R Alexander of
Pendleton
Oregon
Buffalo
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