Bribery Fiasco Shadows Washington School Board
Widespread uproar follows exposure of a bribery attempt that used secret bribery to influence the Washington State School Commission. Secretary Leach promptly handed a bribe check to the board, while a Trust detective named Eames is accused of complicity. The piece calls for accountability, vows a thorough probe, and condemns the alleged book trust tactics.
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Washington State School Commission
Leach
Kamen
Book Trust
Eames
Trust
Senator Teller and the silver issue in the nation
The piece portrays Senator Teller of Nevada as a wealthy miner with strong silver ties. It accuses him of pursuing self serves policy benefiting large silver interests and urges money circulation that preserves value for the people, independent of coin type.
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Teller
Nevada
Java
Himeself
Bribery Over Votes Alleged in Congress Over Silver Bill
The piece warns that Southern and silver advocates trade votes in Congress and at the ballot box, arguing such conduct is bribery and demands public accountability. It notes distrust of lawmakers who bargain on laws and urges vigilance against any elected official selling influence. It also mentions local notices about a road project, a fair, a building donation, and Uncle Jack Morrow's expected role in Eastern Oregon representation.
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Congress
Artington
Portland
J. W. Smith
Arlington
Oregon
Great Economy Medicine Promoted for Middle Class
An advertisement touts 6 Sarseparilia as a medicine with strong appeal to the middle class, claiming it delivers "100 Doses One Dollar" and substantial health benefits when taken as directed, promising about a month of use per bottle.
Voting Card Notation Shows Party Labels for Candidates
The document explains that candidates labeled with a are Democrats and those marked ft are Union Labor. It notes majorities are indicated by an absent or blank marker to denote plurality.
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Union
Protection From Cheap Imports Advocates Labor Shield
A speech at the English Cobden Club argues that American protection should safeguard not only goods but people from cheap foreign labor. The speaker urges restricting cheap labor and imported products to defend home labor and markets, claiming it aligns with protection laws and good policy.
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Grapetone
Bold Horse Thief Pleads to Borrow Mount Near Fossil
A stranger who gave the name Moore sought a loan of a horse to chase stolen “boy” horses near Fossil. He rode off promising repayment but did not return. A warrant was sworn, Gil liam County offers a $100 reward, and a posse pursues the suspect described as 30s, 175 pounds, 5 foot 10, with a brown horse branded tshhook on left shoulder.
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Moore
Gilliam County
Lost Valley
Geo
Harrington
Mets
Grant
Harney
Malheur
Electric Bittera and other notes from Iduril Tod town
Letters praise Electric Bittera as a kidney and liver medicine with claims of renewed health and vigor from Iduril Tod. Local residents Jobo Leslie and J W Gardner attest to its benefits, while a correction notes Morrow county returns. Other items mention Portland visits and a Mardi Gras in Ogden with rail excursion details.
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Wu. Timmons
Iduril
Ald
Juhowon & Cote Drug Store
Maggie Rea Hes
Portland
Blackman
E.O
Pennoyer
Pendleton
Morrow County
Michigan Central Railroad
Michigan Central Railroad Company
Augusta
Mich
Ann Arbor
Bright
Hibbard
E. Lapstone
Albion
A. D. Jowsson
Heppner
The Best Salve for Skin Ailments
Advertises a salve claimed to cure cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chaps chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by A D Johnson Go.
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A. D. Johnson
Old Oaken Bucket and local paper decline in La Grande
A fragmentary local column notes The Pilot failed in La Grande due to limited market, with commentary on small-town newspapers and a mention of various local people, businesses, and a medical ad for Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery claiming cures for dyspepsia and liver issues. The item includes random notes on schools, court, and regional figures.
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The
Pilot
la Grande
Automatic sewing machine price reduction circular
Prices reduced on the automatic sewing machine prompting every family to consider purchase. Kruse Murphy Mig Co advertises an illustrated circular with machine parts and stitching samples, sent to 457 West 26th St New York City for details.
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Kruse & Murphy, Mig. Co
IFS
West 26Th St. N.Y. City
New Astoria Investment Draws Local Interest
Many citizens invest in New Astoria property as the railroad town and seaport growth promise a liberal share of benefits. The new town sits in a promising position to capitalize on developing trade and transport links.
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Astoria
Baker City boom boosts water restrictions on irrigation
Reports indicate good news about Baker City's boom while Pendleton Water Works begins limiting consumer water for irrigation. Will Kirk returned Saturday from Portland where he visited the Grand Lodge, A F A M, in an extended absence.
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Baker City
Pendleton Water Works
Will Kirk
2Pom
Portland
Iance
Grand Lodge
Famous Womans Experience in Receipts
An 19th century letter from Oxreane dated November 13 thanks a recipient for sending the “Robertine” toilet preparation. The writer compares London and Paris products and praises Robertine for purity and excellence, signing Ewa Anport with best wishes.
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Oxreane
Wisnes
Robertine
London
Paris
Ewa Anport
Wire Gauze Oven Door Promises Big Fuel Savings
An ad explaining Charter Oak gas range benefits claims wire gauze in oven door improves oxygen flow, speeds cooking, and saves fuel. It promotes 4 to 25 percent gains in meat tenderness and bread size, urges not to open door, and notes sale at Gilliam & Bishee’s on Main Street.
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Charter Oak
Gilliam & Bishee’s
Main Street
First National Bank
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