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Newspaper

Heppner Weekly Gazette

Location

Heppner, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1889

Page

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Notice of final proof for preemption entry at Heppner Oregon

Probate style notice announces final proof for a preemption claim by a named settler in Morrow county Oregon. It lists witnesses to prove cultivation and residence and sets the time and place for testimony before the county clerk at Heppner on a specified date. It warns against destruction or misstatement of any part of the claim and invites objections or challenges at the hearing.

Fultewin Lam Morrow County Heppner Italy IMO Wlvin Fourtain Weppner John Wail Peter Danity Kitt Tages Ant Laan

Notice of final proof for settlers in Harrow and Morrow counties

Public notice states that settlers John Johngen and others filed intention to make final proof in support of their claims. Hearings to prove residency and cultivation proceed before the county clerk in Hopper Oregon and La Grande Oregon on designated dates. Witness lists include Hyland Griffith Ulm Teed and others from Heppner and surrounding areas.

Eydben Harohy Hin Olsim Rivet Harrow County Oregon Hopper, Or

Notice of Probate Filing and Witnesses in Hopner County

The Lanil office in The Dalley Oregon May 1880 notes filings for a probate matter in Morrow County at Hopper with Jady W. Pey as clerk. It lists witnesses Tolbert A S and John Hondel Tolbants and warns any protest or knowledge of substantial error to appear, offering a remedy within legal time.

John Johngen NS Nwy Aid Oui Maid Land Chaprlstop Young Andrew MM Popemnon Guckoberry Ciegainy K. Addoson Eight Nile Dalley Morrow Hoppner Jimek I. Webster Leri Hey - Ho Witconane-Thoron Wm Tolbert John Hondel Tolbants A. Jomage Joihin Wendeix Re Thash Hopper Eich Renee

Prohibition of Will Protests in Oregon County Court

A garbled notice describes a probate filing in Orr County involving Joseph A. Nelson seeking validation of a will. It requests any party with evidence to contest the will to appear before the court at Morrow and present objections or rebuttal to the will’s validity, noting witnesses and expected procedures.

Morrow Comyte Orr Honanmpettin Thulelmon Ljord Corey Caytvostar W. Plowen Fred Warren ItrsEnawr Roygleor

Cronin Case Links Grow in Grand Jury Evidence

Multiple testimonies tie Cronin death to cottage at 117 Clark Street and a furniture buyer. Investigators pursue Starkey and Long connections, while Willard Smith faces scrutiny amid alleged dispatches. San Francisco reports quote Frank J. Black's stepfather denying involvement but noting threats to family.

Cinco Dr. Cronin Mertés Cronin Carlson Clark Street San Francisco Harry Black Frank J. Black Black Frank Chicago D. B. Dean Webster Avenue

Cronin Case Updates From Canada Report

No new developments in the Cronin case. Authorities say the grand jury reports were exaggerated and no additional testimony is forthcoming. Capiases were served on three persons, Woodral declined to speak further, Coughlin declined comment, and the coroner postponed the inquest until next Tuesday. Chief Hubbard said no new arrests were planned.

Woodral Canada Cronin Grand Jury Acontdanes Todiny Woodrail Coughlin Hubbard Crown

Cronin murder probe limited by grand jury tie

May 29. Authorities indicate the present grand jury will not reconsider the Cronin case. The move, tied to nationality concerns among jurors, follows reports that Byron L Smith, receiver of the First Traders' Bank, met with Chief Hubbard as investigators broaden inquiry beyond the killers. Police continue extensive searches.

Smith Williard J. Smith Cronin Riverside Hubbard Coughlin Elf Tom Smith Hancock, Mich Itill Cutcane Longenecker Byron L Smith Detnoet Traders’ Bank Bia Pamplet

How Ignorant Men Are Given Places Under the Civil Service

Civil Service Commissioner Roosevelt exposed examinations for customs service showing poor arithmetic skills among entrants. A clerk Hollander misread and miswrote numbers like 245 plow 444 minus 14 and 1,200,082,089, yet failed to explain how he erred, provoking ridicule during questioning.

Civil Service New York Roosevelt Customs Service Hollander

Sullivan and Trode dispute over funds and counsel

A Philadelphia convention influence battle is described as Alex Sullivan defeats rivals, with A B Trode asserting Sullivan’s innocence amid accusations. Sullivan says he only counseled a friend, while Trode notes Sullivan’s lead sparked opposition among Irish figures. A U S lawyer and Henry Miller case are also touched.

Chicago Cuicago Alex. Sullivan Philadelphia Alexander Sullivan Henry Sheridan Sullivan W. J. Hynes Clan-na-rael United Brotherhood Trode

Inquest Set Tomorrow in Crupin Case

Nothing of importance developed today in the Crupin case. The coroner's inquest will begin tomorrow as investigators Coughlin Sait and others pursue leads against suspects Woodruff and Sule.

Caranen Caresso Janet Crupin Tomsorrow Videndo Jn Sule Ice Man Woodruff Long Coughlin and Sait

Disaster at Johnstown Reservoir Burst

A chaotic Oregonian dispatch describes a deadly flood sweeping the Alleghenies. Johnstown is reported submerged by rushing waters with dead bodies seen and timber adrift, as panic and destruction unfold in the doomed city.

Biz Durrr Allegheny Mountains Turday Johnstown

Flood Devastates Johnstown Area After Sudden River Freshet

A sudden freshet in the North Fork river east of Johnstown Pennsylvania triggers a flood in the Allegheny mountains. Two thirds of Johnstown is reportedly without water as rail and telegraph lines are washed out and Pittsburgh loses contact. Reports describe houses swept away and deaths with at least twenty five bodies seen near Blairsville twelve miles from Johnstown. Communication is down and no trains run toward the east until tomorrow.

Pittsburg Alleghany Quinibria City Johnstown Sang ‘E Iow Walla Bionebridge Jolnstown Joll Town Acre Prrrapeno Jobstown Pennsylvania Railroad Biairaville

Two Woown Births and Housetop Rescue Tell of Disaster

The article recalls a mid disaster scene where many buildings in the city were destroyed and the Eissopal church was swept away with no vestige remaining. Rev Ditlon the rector drowned. Jamino M Walters an attorney survived by reaching a ball after escaping by moving through flooded streets and alleys. The Walters family rode the roof to safety as the flood carried their dwelling away.

Ditlon Jamino M. Walters Aliow Bell Walters Hia Tome Walnut Street Beenya Lie Walter Pdi

After the flood a night of terror and heroism unfolds

The narrative describes a disastrous flood night where 200 people hid in a building across multiple stories. Dr. Matthews and two young men aided the injured amid darkness and fear. Women gave birth, and many were crushed or injured. Though no one died that night, deaths followed from fatigue and terror the next day. Miss Rose Young suffered severe injuries. Recovery crews search the west bank for hours, and many residents are missing or unaccounted.

Walters Mr Beale A. M. Hart Dr. Matthews Matthews Syvern Hiamba Father Walts Rose Young Gue Bandreda Perhape Tiamutiy Aviawa Nares Debria

Villains Rampage in Daylight Terror Spreads Fear

A sensational report describes Hungarian robbers preying on farmers, killing several and looting jewelry. A posse pursued the thieves, capturing two and finding bodies after a brutal spree, with authorities promising further action.

Frightful Incident Report Describes Decomposing Bodies

A grisly account details multiple bodies in advanced decomposition. Officials note the bodies must be disposed of in rough boxes due to their condition as they arrive daily despite efforts to process them.

Tragic Johnstown Flood Toll Reported With High Casualties

Fragments describe mass drownings and recoveries at Johnstown and nearby sites after a devastating flood. Numbers include hundreds dead at hospitals, missing residents, and bodies recovered from rivers and banks as relief efforts continue.

Unclear OCR fragment hints at mining survey and local industry

Fragmentary text mentions ore veins, sample testing, and a new industry linking two river regions. References to individuals, equipment, and potential partnerships appear, but many words are garbled. The passage seems to describe early mineral exploration and prospecting activity with plans for further testing.

Land Claim Reversal Alters 19th Century Property Records

The document describes a land dispute involving Nobles and others around a settlement site. It notes a claimant’s assertion that a prior entry misrepresented location and timing. Secretary Noble reversed a prior action after determining the first entry had been recorded two days earlier and the claimant sought a different tract.

Juiaen Noble

Tippecanoe Battle Echoes Through Frontier Memory

In recalling the Tippecanoe clash on the Tippecanoe riverbank, the narrative honors General William Henry Harrison and the victory that opened frontier settlement. It notes the Prophet and Indian alliance defeated, praises Harrison’s leadership, and connects the event to statehood and national service, with promotional asides for patent medicines.

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