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Newspaper
Heppner Weekly Gazette
Location
Heppner, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1889
Page
1
Fragmented OCR shows weekly and biweekly notices from Otis Patterson ad rates and columnads terms for a local paper, with names including T H Howard and Henry Blackmar. Also includes references to The W C T U of Heppner, church event details, and local attorneys Frank Kellogg and R B Brown.
An OCR fragment shows a contractor and land office mention followed by a long illegible medical advertisement. It touts cures for nervous prostration impotence and related illnesses with a mail order guarantee and promises pamphlets and a free sample on request.
A detailed catalog of cattle and horse brands across Morrow County notes brands such as A with a bar, circle or dot marks on shoulders and hips. Many entries specify brands tied to specific ranches like Newton Ranch, Range in Morow, and Atwood-Horpes with various ear, hip, and thigh placements.
Notice is given that an emparked settler from Oregon filed intent to prove up a claim in district four. The claimant names witnesses Ashbaugh Allieon and Wiley Melion to prove cultivation and residence on the land in Wasco County Oregon.
Notice is given that the claimant intends to make final proof on his land claim before the county judge at Heppner Oregon on November 47. Edward Roni appears as claimant with witnesses William Ward, Adlon Ward, Neil Urner, J. Young, and A. McDowell acting as register.
The Dalles Oregon land office reports Solomon Mayfete and others filed notice of intention to enter land in Morrow County near Heppner. Witnesses Frank Goble John Yount and Lanny That Best are named for proof of residence cultivation. The hearing and proof will occur before county judge of Morrow County.
Land Office at Dallas Oregon records a notice by claimant Justin Beaman to prove his continuous residence and cultivation on the SE¼ of section 4 in township 2 south range 6 east. Witnesses named are William Barton Gen Shipley Frank Gantry all of Hoppor, Oregon. Proof to be made before the county judge of Morrow county at Heiner Oregon on 21, 1450. Land office official F A McDonald register.
Notice from La Grande Oregon that James W. Beahy DB 8644 seeks to prove up continuous residence and cultivation on WY Ei Boo 10 Tp 38. Witnesses Neville Hughes Bayer Batty of Hopner Oregon. Hearing November 28 1880 at Hepner Oregon. Protest allowed with rebuttal opportunities.
Land Office notice lists settler Robert Burkhardt filing for final proof on NW and SW quarters of section 25, township 58, range 28 in Morrow county. WITNESSES: William Warren, Gos Nolpon, W. H. Caney, W. Florean, all of Heppner. Public examination opportunity at county seat Him.
A notice of intention states that Cee Se seeks to present proof supporting a claim regarding cultivation of land in Morrow county Oregon. The hearing will occur at Heppner on Nov 0, 1580 before the county court with Bradgett Dougherty Howars and others named as witnesses.
The notice announces a land proof hearing on November 12 in Oregon to establish residence and cultivation, naming Frank Kramer and others of Heppner as witnesses. It invites objections or reasons why proof should not be allowed, with details by the Interior Department official F. A. McDowanp, Register.
In LaGrande Oregon on September 9 an applicant seeks to prove up a claim of ownership or cultivation. Annie Crump appears as a claimant with witnesses Kelley John Bilin W Thwiriin Andy mine. The register will hear evidence at the stated time and place to determine proof and allow rebuttal.
Land Offices at The Dalles Oregon issue notice for final proof to support a claim. The claimant must appear before the clerk in Hood River County on a specified date to prove continued possession and settlement of land in Township 28 Range 1. Witnesses named include James Leahey and David Eskeltson.
Thomas B McDevitt depat master of the O R N and his son James M McDevitt were shot by H F Gibbs a colored porter. The father wounded on the left side and the boy shot in the right breast both faces grave injury. Gibbs fled and authorities pursued with telegrams to intercept.
Oct 9 report details the near total loss of Clem Studebaker’s massive residence, a $900000 mansion famed for its costliest woods and artworks. Mrs Studebaker and her grandchild narrowly escaped as flames swept the house, likely from a spontaneous combustion near a rear stair. The family was away at the time, and insurance details emerge amid a broader note about clock synchronization plans by utility and rail interests.
Milwaukee dispatch says President Colby of Wisconsin Central and Northern Pacific hints at a vast railway consolidation linking oceans. Plan includes Wisconsin Central Northern Pacific and connections with Chicago and Seattle routes creating a continuous New York to Puget Sound line.
A Breton related document notes that the Oregon Railway and Navigation Company approved a modification of the indenture for the leave. Enquiry finds the change does not affect the rental amount, and rather confirms and strengthens it.
Land Commissioner Groff issued a decision in the Barr formerly Wasson case from Mitchell, Dakota. The testimony shows Mrs Barr and Michael Barr joined households while both retaining separate residences and beds, then married. the decision hinges on homestead entry and joint occupancy under Homestead law in the Dakota Land District.
A claimed revolution in time transmission by the Western Union Telegraph Company, to deliver correct time to individual clocks from a central point. Clocks are self winding and powered by wires, with initial connections to a government signal device at Mare to land.
In Watts Walla this morning convict Charles Clark escaped a break beam on a brick train to Spokane. Guards fired. one wound to his arm, another to his leg. doctor says leg may be saved. Also reports deaths of Harry Neville and Mrs. Marshall and a head injury to T. J. Bailey’s child.
Pat Kilven aims to renew his fight career after a heavy setback in California. He forfeits 80 to a heavyweight contender with Joe McAuliffe favored for S20. Kilven claims a shoulder injury in the third round derailed his plans and he offered to cover McAuliffe’s expenses if he travels to St Paul.
The governor endorses the appeal from Stevens County residents for food fuel and clothing. Farmers face famine like conditions as crops fail and exports halt, leaving families without means to prepare for the coming winter.
A detailed account discusses the consolidation of Union Pacific lines into the Oregon Short Line and Utah Northern Railway system. It outlines the new corporate structure based in Salt Lake City, adjacent line acquisitions, and projected impacts on government debt, competing routes, and future transcontinental connections. The piece mentions key figures such as Clinton Pendleton Adams and George M. Cummings and analyzes broader railroad politics and potential shifts in control.
An advertisement extols Burlington Route services from Denver to St Paul and Chicago. It highlights palatial dining cars, luxurious sleepers, and scenic Mississippi shore travel. The piece urges readers to buy tickets via the Burlington Route and contact A. O. Sheldon, Portland Oregon agent, for details.
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