Apple Growers' Association forms with seven directors
The Organization of the Apple Growers' Association, a new co operative fruit marketing group, nears completion with seven directors elected. P B Davidson serves as president. W B Dickerson as vice president. C W Hooker as secretary. Wilmer Sieg and H F Davidson to manage marketing and packing respectively. Meetings across region planned to sign growers, with 75 percent of Dearing orchards required before proceeding.
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Dickerson
Hooker
Sieg and Davidson
Apple Growers’ Association
Davidson
W. B. Dickerson
C. W. Hooker
Wilmer Sieg
H. F. Davidson
Sieg
Nest
Sleg
Pine Grove Grange Hall
Odd Fellows Hall
Odell
Odell Development League
Park Grange Hall
Belmont
Franklin
East Barrett
Barrett
Oak Grove
Mol#aac
Parkdale
Upper Valley
Farewell Service for Mrs Hayward and Mrs Evans
The Indice of the Christian church held a farewell gathering at Mrs Fred Howe’s home on Tuesday afternoon from two o clock. A large group of church ladies and friends attended. Refreshments were served and guests shared warm wishes as Mrs Hayward and Mrs Evans leave the city hoping their departure benefits other communities.
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Christian Church
Fred Howe
Hayward
Evans
Dramatic Musical Recital at Asbury Methodist Church
An enjoyable Friday evening program at Asbury Methodist Church features reader Mrs East Young, Mrs PF Davidson and Misa Beth Edgington as salonists, with Dr J M Sharp on violin and Thomas Hill on cornet. The pipe organist is 8 G Ox borrow. the program begins at o'clock, per the News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra East Young
Mre. PF. & Davidson
Misa Beth Edgington
G. Ox.borrow
J.M. Sharp
Thomas Hill
Asbury Methodist Epicopal Church
Paving to Begin This Week in Town District
Paving crews to arrive from Portland and start work this week on Hassam pavement for the business district. Curbs on Second Street were repaired and deepened last week in preparation for grading. Completion is targeted before the middle of next month. Water system work continues with main pipes laid south of the city and a lead from the reservoir nearing downtown.
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Second Street
Portland
Heights
Fight Distributors Criticized by Oregon Journal Voice
The Oregon Journal is accused of attacking the Northwest fruit consolidation through its market page. Market editor Hyman Cohen also edits The Fruit and Produce Distributor, linked to the Northwestern Fruit Exchange. Hood River shows growing support for district cooperation despite hostile press.
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Oregon Journal
Ths
Northwest
North Pacific
Hyman HH. Cohen
Northwestern Fruit Exchange
Hood River
Therself
Northwest Fruit Districts
Journal
Hen Earns 94 Dollars in 25 Years in Pasadena
Theodosia Roosevelt an 80 year old hen died at Pasadena home of owner Mrs Elizabeth Grinnell She laid about 4500 eggs in life and mothered many broods Theodosia's eggs at 26 cents a dozen would be worth 63 75 keeping costs a year total 68 75 net earnings The capitalized value of 1 25 yields a high percentage return for her owners
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Pasadena
Cal
Theodosia Roosevelt
America
Elizabeth Grinnall
Theodosia
Russell Sage
Grinnell
Theodosla
Judge Gemilli Advocates Compulsory Divorce Law
Judge Gemilli in the court of domestic relations argues for compulsory divorce, saying some marriages should be legally ended to end untold misery. He contends laws should require separation for certain couples to prevent ongoing suffering.
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Gemilli
Gemill
President Wilson Attends Four Of Five Washington Games
President Wilson has attended four of the five baseball games played at Washington since the season began. He also has his troubles.
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Wilson
Washington
Ralph Henry Is Freed After Insanity Acquittal
Ralph Henry, acquitted of murdering George Dodd in Linn county by insanity plea, has been discharged from the state insane asylum. Dr Steiner, superintendent, said Henry showed no insanity during a full month of observation and was not insane at the time of the crime or release.
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Ralph Henry
Salem
George Dodd
Linn County
Haery
BR. E. L. Steiner
Mother poisons children in Oregon town tragedy
Mrs. Lillian Strang 26 at 1459 Macrum Street in Portland inflicted bichloride of mercury on two of her three children and herself then shot at herself and others. After regaining her senses she tried to treat the children with emetics and was found by her husband. She lies wounded at Good Samaritan hospital with brain injury and corrosive poisoning while her children moan nearby.
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Portland
Lillian Strang
Macrum Street
Good Samaritan Hospital
Bourne Divorce Granted as Wife Seeks No Contest
Portland. Mrs. Lillian Elizabeth Bourne explains affection for her elderly sisters and a felt duty to Oregon due to her husband’s status as a United States senator. Circuit Judge Gatens grants a decree of divorce. Senator Bourne declines to contest.
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Portland
Oregon
United States
Lillian Elizabeth Bourne
Jonathan Bourne, I Jr
United States Senate
Bourne
Gatens
Chamberlain Proposes Land Law Revisions in Senate
Senator Chamberlain introduces bills to adjust claims of German county settlers and to withdraw or classify lands for entry under homestead and desert land acts. Proposals aim to ease claims on mineral lands and simplify settlement procedures.
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Chamberlain
Washington
Governor Targets Bootleggers on Indian Reservation
Governor West vows to crack down on bootlegging on state Indian reservations. He concludes the state must act as vigorously as the federal government and will urge district attorneys to pursue enforcement, seeking cooperation with federal authorities.
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Salem
West
Strete Reservation
Chemawa Lake Labieh trestle issue linked to SP line
The Southern Pacific faced repeated crossings of Lake Labieh by a dangerous trestle now fixed by raising the lowest part six feet. A gravel partial fill earlier caused water seepage on both sides of the right of way, prompting the modification. S. W. Arnold returned from a Portland visit Monday.
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Chemawa
Southern Pacific Company
Lake Labieh
Simmons Tells of Alleged Swindle
J W Simmons Parkdale State Deputy for the Modern Woodmen of America passes Hood River en route to Portland to witness the final chapter in a large insurance swindle. A man named James LaFrance joined a Portland lodge, then was reported lost on the Clackamas River. Insurance paid 15 000 dollars to a claimed widow with 3000 from Modern Woodmen, 2000 from United Artisans, and 10 000 from Postal Life. LaFrance and wife were arrested in Coquelle Coos county and await trial for conspiracy to defraud. Modern Woodmen traced the suspect from Portland to Lake Charles Texas California and back to Coos County.
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J. W. Simmons
Parkdale
Modern Woodmen of America
Hood River
Portland
James
LaFrancé
Clackamas
Betacada
LaFrance
United Artisans
Postal Life
Simmons
Coquelle
Coos County
Lake Charles
Louisiana
Texas
California
Clark County Favors Bonding for Bridge Project
Clark County voters voiced strong support at a large base meeting in Vancouver for a $400,000 bond issue to finance Washington's share of a new bridge over the Columbia River linking Vancouver and Portland. The plan estimates a total cost near $1.5 million, with July election slated amid broad farmer turnout. A. L. Miller outlined progress and noted Portland backers would match funds to complete the toll bridge.
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Vancouver
Pacific Highway
Columbia River
Portland
Washington
Oregon
Clark County
A. ‘L. Miller
Commitne
Multnomah
Jordan Opposes Land Law and Urges Federal Consultation
Stanford University President Dr Jordan travels to Sacramento at Secretary Bryan’s request to oppose a land law singling out any nation, especially Japanese. He argues against a blanket citizenship bar and proposes a commission and possible treaty solution to California’s grievances.
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Sacramento
David Starr Jordan
Stanford University
Movement For International Peace
Bryan
Washington
Dr. Jordan
United States
German Colonization Plans In Oregon Attract Farmers
The Oregon State Bankers Association will confer with German colony representatives to review available land tracts for colonization. About 3,600 German farmers are being considered, with tracts across the state under review for purchase.
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Oregon Stee Bankers’ Association
Washington Debates Tariff Fight In Senate and House
National capital reports show opponents of the Underwood tariff plan rallying in the Senate with petitions lobbying for no rate changes while constituents urge protection. Republican caucus rules favor limited reprisal against President Wilson, focusing on specific appointments and removals.
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Washington
Senate
House
Ways and
Nea
Wilson
Taft
Congress
Roosevelt
Local Real Estate Transfers Listed in Fragmented Notice
Martin Hedman transfers 8 E Powell lot 5 block 3 Idlewilde to J W Wright 15 acres at Trout Creek valued 1500. John A Davidson to H B Noble lots 6 7 block 32 Hood River Proper 450. Frank K R Howard to Ruth N C Howard his wife lot 7 block 2 Wians Addition. Clara L Carr and Margaret N Quigley to Charles I Thomas. N C Evans to 8 D Stoufer lots 6 7 and 9 and east half of lot 12 block 2 Watcoma Park. James M Chitty to C B Kravle six acres at Viento 400. Baltimore Orchard Company to Hydro Electric Company all riparian rights on 80 acres at Summit. Martin Hedman to R C Fewell lot 6 block 3 Idlewilde.
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Martin Hedman
E. Powell
Idlewilde
George Sharp
J. W. Wright
Trout Creek
John A. Davidson
H. B. Noble
Hood River
Frank KR. Howard
Ruth N. C. Howard
Wian
Clara L Carr
Margaret N. Quigley
Charles
Thomas
N. C. Evans
D. Stoufer
Waticoma Park
James M. Chitty
Kravle
Viento
Baltimore Orchard Company
Hydro Electric Company
Summit
R. C. Fewell
Local Masons Are Treated Royally in Portland Visit
Twenty five Hood River Lodge members plus leaders traveled to Portland for a royal welcome by Washington Lodge. They rode to the Imperial Hotel for a seven course banquet, crossed Broadway Bridge to lodge rooms for work and a second banquet with toasts and music. About 250 attended the evening banquet. Names of attendees listed.
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Hood River Lodge
A. F
A. M
Portland
Washington Lodge
Imperial Hotel
New Broadway Bridge
A. D. Moe
George R. Wilbur
George R. Castner
E. C. Smith
Charles Castner
A. C. Buck
FP. H. Bragg
J. O. McLaughlin
Harold Hershner
J. W. Perigo
Frank Chandler
E. O. Hall
Kent Shoemaker
C. H. Stranahan
George Stranahan
Saloons Close in Panam Canal Zone for Fiscal Year
Secretary of war orders closure of 35 Panam canal zone saloons for the coming fiscal year. Reports note unrest in Scutari after Montenegrin victors entered the city. California alien land debate draws opposition from Panama-Pacific exposition directors and state lawmakers. An 18 year old and a 19 year old leapt from the Notre Dame tower in Antwerp, both severely injured.
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Panam Canal Zone
Scutari
Honolulu
California
Senate
Assembly
Notre Dame Cathedral
Antwerp
International Hiarvester Company
Twine Mills
Auburn
N. C
Board of Mediation
Oregon
Washington
Nevada
Arizona
Sacramento
Willam J. Brean
Fruit Prospects This Year Bright in Valley Bloom
Across the valley fruit trees are in full bloom signaling a crop potentially larger than last year’s 800 000 boxes. Spitzenberg and Newtown yields vary by variety while Ben Davis may drop to a smaller crop. Jonathans look strong and late frost risk is reduced. Strawberries trail apples by a few weeks with a heavy bloom reported and harvest easing toward late May.
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Spitzenberg
Newtown
Ben Davis
Jonathans
Social Hygiene Meeting Set by Oregon Society
A public conference of physicians educators and fathers will meet at the Commercial Club next Tuesday evening May 6 under the Oregon Social Hygiene Society. Dr Calvin White will speak on social diseases and marriage with Leane Butler as chairman. The program includes talks by Dr Malcolm Bronson J W Grites E D Kanaga and Rey Harris among others with a ten minute open discussion and a closing discussion led by J G Tate.
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Commercial Club
Oregon Social Hygenie Society
Calvin 8. White
State Board of Health
Leane Butler
Malcom Bronson
Aong
J. W. Grites
E. D. Kanaga
Rey E. A. Harris
A. L. Crocker
Ee, J. G. Tate
Reds Edge Blues in Tight Club Contests
The Ferguson Bible Class membership race stayed close with Reds beating Blues 1147 to LIM as Archie Moss led the Reds and George Ogden the Blues. Rev Van Nuyn of the United Church of the Upper Valley preaches at Grove Sunday morning and Odell at evening. Mr Carah 80 will fill in at the Upper Valley church.
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Ferguson
Clase
Neek
Reds
Blues
Lim Archie Moss
Vietore
George Ogden
Rev
van Nuyn
The
United Church of the Upper Valley
the Grove
Odell
Carah
Upper Valley
Also Mentioned on This Page
Elect Directors For Association
P. S. Davidson
Oregon News
West Ait
S. P
W. Arnold
Jordan
Stanford
Forest Service
Secretary of Agriculture
Daniel W. Adams
Forestry Bureau
Adame
Gair Point
Commerce Court
Interstate Commerce Commission
Shreveport, Tex
Supreme Court
Board of Engineers
Department of Justice
States
George Curry
New Mexico
Philippine Commission
Jones
American Society of International Law
Richard Olney
Panama Canal
Archie Keir
Messrs. Nower Inealis
Kate
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