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Newspaper
Heppner Weekly Gazette
Location
Heppner, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1890
Page
3
Public notice lists local freight rates and schedules for the Union Pacific Railway. The document notes service days and general tariff terms for consignments traveling via Heppner and nearby routes.
Canyon City daily stage service excluding Sundays with daily arrivals at 9 00 a m. Time savings noted for the route via Canyon. Teonlar & Co of Fifth Street Paul Oregon announce contract for aero ski collection for the Gazette.
The ad page lists vendors in Heppner offering gold pans boots shoes and clothing at low prices in Portland comparisons. It promotes Mat Lichtenthal Gilliam Bisbee and J W Mitchell Co for shoes groceries tins blacksmithing mower parts and parlor matches with bundled offers and warranties.
A fragmented ad lists the Model store in Heppner offering ice to small parties, cigars from brands like Eataelia and Dirago Club, soft drinks, sodas, and various candies. It advertises Wrights Para gon Headache Remedy, Monck berry Cordial, Gaxurk powder, and other tonics sold by A D Johnson, inviting readers to purchase fresh produce and groceries at the Model while noting new potatoes, strawberries, and peanuts.
A dated missive from Curcaau Navy 13th Ma. Wranns thanks for a delightful Robertine sample. She compares it favorably to London and Paris toilet preparations and wishes success to the sender.
Notice states a roan gelding about ten years old, weight 100 pounds, taken up May 8 near Moing on Rea creek, 12 miles from Heppner. Branding described as H on Jett shoulder, left stitle, right shoulder, with an H above and bar below. Owner must prove ownership and pay charges to recover.
Robinson of Aer signll Mich reports long standing biliousness and rheumatism improved after using Hibbard's Rheumatic Syrup. He says four bottles restored liver and kidneys and purified his blood, recommending the medicine highly.
In a testimonial style notice C. M. Mallory from Heppner Oregon touts Hood and Hexsl Sarsaparilla as building natural strength, purifying blood, and aiding kidneys and liver. He cites poor health and offers to sell his furniture, stock, and undertakings business due to illness, with a transfer lease and recreation intent.
Special excursion to Salt Lake City offered with low round trip rates from Union Pacific points. Travel to Garfield Beach for a saltwater swim and daylight views of Cache Valley and the Snake River scenery. Tickets and schedules available from any Union Pacific ticket agent. T. W. Lex, Pass Agent.
Local readers report a negative reaction to the McKanlasstpingtrels at Heppner hall last Saturday. The advertised first class entertainment turned into a second-class act, with stale jokes and dancing leaving the audience disappointed as they filed out after the performance. A Sunday afternoon concert was advertised but attendance was low, raising doubts about a return engagement.
An ad touts a “Drugeist” remedy for consumption and lung issues with a money back guarantee and free trial bottles. A 17 year old, Frank Cunningham, accidentally shot himself in Castle Rock while handling a six shooter, the bullet lodged in his left leg and remains unrecovered as he was transported for care.
The passage discusses widespread heart disease, its stealthy detection, likely mortality, and references Dr. Flint and Dr. Furser with a sales pitch. It includes a local note about Pendleton celebration expenses and a call for subscriptions to cover the shortfall.
An old advertisement promotes Take Before Breakfast as a liver regulator. It touts toning effects, appetite stimulation, and general wellness with Dr Henley’s Eng fit Dandelion tonic. The ad claims relief from dull morning headaches and liver-related malaise and sells for $1.00 from druggists.
Wim Hughes and Albert Matteson enjoy recreation at McDuffies Warm Spring in Heppner area. Reports of scabby sheep in South Park, John Day. Stakeholders discuss feed yard activity and grain trade in Long Creek. Jail escape fear lingers after deputy shot as two prisoners fled two years ago. A bear frightened sheep herders near Blue Mountains, prompting cautions about open campsites.
A mixed local page notes advertisements for Electric Bitters a remedy claimed to restore appetite digestion and liver kidney function. It also reports on a Boise City Boise ill rumors a minstrel show reception a sheriff change a hunting accident a river ferry repair and various town visits and notes about Syrup of Pigs as a spring laxative.
The article touts mail order shopping from Hale Bros. & Co. as offering advantages to out of town customers, including advanced styles, larger assortments, and lower prices. Patronage reaches from Arizona to Alaska and keeps rising. It asks readers if they want to know the reasons for the heavy trade.
A mid century catalogue invites readers to order without experience. The illustrated 100 page book, issued twice yearly, faithfully describes every item in a large establishment and shows fashions in demand. It offers free delivery and reveals prices that readers may not dream of.
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