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Newspaper
Heppner Weekly Gazette
Location
Heppner, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1890
Page
1
A fragmented OCR passage hints at a dining house scene with unnamed people and a night setting. The text focuses on a casual meal in a city area, suggesting local life and small interactions. No clear individuals or organizations are identifiable from the readable portion.
Readable fragments list horse brands and cattle marks tied to names and places in Grant, Morrow, Umatilla, Wheeler, and nearby counties. Includes brands such as H, J, and ELY on shoulders and hips, with references to individuals like Adkins, Cochran, and Armstrong and to counties like Grant and Morrow.
The German government unconditionally withdraws the socialist bill amid political turmoil. Reports note a market collapse in Glasgow and widespread failures in the town’s economy as industrial unrest grows across Britain.
The report lists varied events: a factory dispute settlement, a bank default case in Lincoln Pa, two boats capsized in Mississippi with eight missing, a typhoid epidemic near Waverly Ky, Blaine resuming duties, a Sacramento forged note arrest, a fire at Secretary Tracy’s house attributed to a lamp, a New Orleans festival opening, and a brutal mob attack in Hall City Sanctioned by a public disorder run. Additional items include political moves in Canada and U S Senate and House procedures and indictments, with violence in Arkansas and Ohio damages.
Mrs Lillie Maud Price was shot and killed in Eureka California on February 7 by Charles N Bawden amid jealousy claims. The deceased was well regarded by friends. Elsewhere in Iowa a veteran named I M D Hardy was found on a railroad track in Oak and a San Francisco Presbytery meeting February 11 rejected revision of the confession of faith by 27 to 22.
In Wasntrsstox on Feb 12 the Senate unanimously passed a resolution congratulating the people of Brazil on the formation of a republic and their peaceful assumption of self government. The message expresses united US praise for Brazil’s new form of government and responsibilities.
The senate approved inviting the King of Hawaii to send delegates to the Pan-American congress and then entered executive session to discuss further actions.
The House resumed the discussion on the proposed code of rules with speakers from Missouri Massachusetts and Michigan arguing for and against the rules. Critics attacked the speaker asserting autocratic power while supporters claimed the rules would speed business. The session ended with the rules adopted by a party vote and adjournment after debate on pensions and committee procedures.
In Wasuriotes on Feb 14 the senate approved several bills led by a relief act for the wrecked U S steamers at Samoa. The measure provides for an assistant secretary of war salary of 4500 and relief for soldiers or sailors who served under assumed names to prevent obstruction of navigable waters.
The bill includes appropriations for a first order lighthouse north of Cape Disappointment and a telegraphic link between Tatoosh Island and Port Angeles, plus funds for a revenue cutter based in Astoria. It also provides land for townsites in Alaska and measures to prevent disease spread between states. The international arbitrations resolution is under consideration as sixty bills pass.
The house met with under two dozen members present. Georgia and Pennsylvania members protested the code and speaker's role while Reed was defended. Debate moved to ballot reform urging official ballots to curb bribery, noting Indiana as needing reform and exposing New York rural corruption in past campaigns.
The Burlington Route offers deluxe vestibule trains from Denver and St. Paul with first and second class coaches Pullman sleepers and superb meals to Kansas City Chicago and St Louis. Travelers may choose eastern routes along the Mississippi or via Cheyenne Denver to pass through thriving Heart of the Continent cities. For details contact A. Sheldon General Agent 85 First Street Portland.
Ex President Cleveland backs ballot reform and the Australian system, saying it is right to remove voter trickery. He dismisses concerns that reforming ballots would hurt the Democratic party, arguing the issue stands on principle rather than partisan impact.
Eureka, Nevada resident J C Nathanan reports spotting about 200 dead cattle along eighty miles from Eureka to Palisade. Simon Wenburn and other cattlemen including Levi Hamilton and William Hesbart warn losses may exceed 75 percent statewide due to scarce feed and water. D M Wightman notes weather improvements yet asserts cattle still in poor winter condition and sheep losses may rival or exceed cattle losses.
Hewesa February report from Sullivan v Lloyd describes precinct 34 observer Charles Ons recounting steps at about 7 PM. He claims Wilson Pennycook Morrisey witnessed ballot stamping and intrusion by outsiders amid a blocked window and concealed bullets. Other witnesses corroborate the account.
A pink wrapped box sent to Senator Ingalls on February 11 contained a buckshot cartridge inscribed with a threat. The cartridge held nine large buckshot and powder. officials noted the item violates postal laws by sending explosives and may provoke a probing investigation.
Dauras Texas February reportage states Tom King, Kilraio's light weight champion, was knocked out by Boyenah in the fourth round. King was found seriously hurt and died at 12:30 this morning. Doctors cited a possible neck fracture or heart paralysis as the cause.
Legislature passes postmaster appointment at Walla Walla. Judge Cornelius H. Hanford named United States District Judge by President Harrison. Port Townsend water company formed with 500000 dollars to supply pure water. A seven year old boy died after a kettle scalding incident during hog processing. Fred Smith, confined in Corvallis jail, attempted suicide by hanging and is recovering with uncertain prognosis. Walla Walla Superior Court juries returns not guilty in State vs Douglas for criminal assault. William Doyle arrested in Seattle. alleged gang leader of burglars. Fourteen inmates arrive at Walla Walla penitentiary on February 13 from Tacoma. gangs of fourteen and sixteen noted as common.
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