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Newspaper
Heppner Weekly Gazette
Location
Heppner, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1889
Page
3
The Gazette lists a rural mail and stage timetable with routes from Geppner to Canyon City and intermediate points. It notes departures on Mondays and Thursdays, with arrival times and a fourteen to fifteen hour travel window, and mentions agents and advertising notices from Ganyun and Company.
A fragmented Heppner area page reports on residents visiting, illnesses, farm activity, transfers in trades, and local commerce. Mentions include Mrs. George Swiggirt's visit, W. C. Hinonson's marriage, a fire risk near businesses, and local undercurrent of water concerns.
Readable notes detail community events in Heppner including garden work, visits, new residences, and upcoming celebrations. Mentions residents such as Henry Bikekman, Frank McParland, and Joss Heppner family, plus a fire threat and efforts to protect town properties.
An advertisement claims a tonic can restore appetite, boost digestion, renew energy, and clear the mind. A probate notice states J. S. Young is administrator of Moses Cantwell’s estate, with all debts and claims settled by December 27, 1880, in Heppner Oregon.
The note lists tobacco brands and items kept by proprietor W. Marshall at First National Bank building on Muir Street in Henge. It mentions heat brands, Elena stock, tubnees, flue gonfeot innerions, and fruita in a brief catalog format.
The event features a large crowd in Heppner with a civic parade and speeches by city leaders. The running program includes foot races and a patriotic display by a local choir and marching band. Prominent residents such as Mr Kelloge and Mr Browe participate, with commentary on public spirit and community pride.
The notice outlines pricing and terms for wool weighing and storage at Heppoer. One dollar per ton for weighing and storage up to thirty days from delivery. Payment per month is described, with a separate rate after the first charge and a special provision for wool not ordered by the owner. The document is signed by Fenn, Manager.
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