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Newspaper
Ione Proclaimer
Location
Ione, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1909
Page
3
The Willamette region pursues a major plan to expand fruit farming, with emphasis on development and potential new markets. Officials discuss securing capital and coordinating eastern buyers to plant land with diverse crops, aiming to boost the state’s agricultural growth and fruit interests.
Business leaders and farmers push for funds to advance permanent road work across Marion County. Eight road districts have already voted taxes to support construction, and organizers plan methods to secure sustained financing, hoping to spur statewide progress.
Articles of incorporation for Mow Corporations Salem-Articles filed in Nevada list Astoria Lodge No.190 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, with named officers and organizers including R. J. Pilk J. C. Glintes and F. C. Weal. The filing reflects organizational setup and leadership.
Jetted notarial commissions list several individuals including Ben M Petterson Cornu Copia M Flaherty Lebanon T J Moetvlary Gates A C Morgan and others across Portland Forest Grove and Glendale with assorted initials and misspelled entries. The fragmentary record names many figures such as Alice A Ler Portland and L Campbell Glendale among the scattered entries.
Union National bank director J. P. Wilbur of Union predicts oil will be found in paying quantities in Malheur County. He cites drilling activity at the prospect and a Chester Washburn survey suggesting an eventual oil field, with potential piping to Portland and broader regional fuel implications.
The valley gains thousands of orchard acres in Oregon with Western Orchards owning 1080 acres of young trees and a 1700 acre farm planned for future planting. Next spring 260 acres will be dedicated to pears amid ongoing cultivation. The enterprise, worth about 240000 dollars, is owned by India based investors led by Westerland, the manager.
Ashland taxpayers approved a special school tax exceeding 20 000 to fund the panton oblie schede of the letty for the year. The measure adds to about 10 000 from state and county funds and plans for manual training and domestic science departments. Estimated next year totals assume almost 3 000 taxable property and one site per school.
With wood all around us the text describes a local forge or fuel scene, mentioning Fonseca and a wagon possibly transporting wood. The fragment hints at scarcity and preparation for fuel needs with surrounding timber and possible water access. No clear individuals, places, or dates are conclusively identified.
A scattered list shows prices for grains and produce including wheat at around 91.03 to 104 per unit, barley feed at 23.50, corn whole at 45.50, oats and timothy hay from Willamette valley and eastern Oregon, alfalfa and clover values, fresh fruits with box prices, and vegetables such as artichokes beans cabbage tomato and turnips with assorted per unit figures.
Train workers demand double Sunday pay and holiday pay while the railroads offer a wage scale and penalties. A conference with U S officials aims for arbitration under the Erdman act as the dispute halts and impact spreads to Seattle and other cities.
A fragmentary report from Ohio describes Sawyer Smith of Minerva claiming two men discussed a plot to kill John D Rockefeller while allegedly staying overnight at Forest Hill. The tale involves police guards and a Jamber dealer overhearing the conversation near a railroad track in Alliance.
Fragmentary text shows mention of a budget debate with references to Lords and officials such as Lord James of Honeford, Lord Cromer, Lord Balfour, Earl of Lytton, and Canterbury, as financial measures move toward a formal decision in Parliament.
The Rebels secured a victory over Big Perse in a wireless dinpatch contest. Colea-A delivered pivotal plays and contributed to the win with sharp defense and timely assists.
Washington dispatch notes a light Senate session with 81 members present and no major action taken. A naval resolution and proposals to shift daily sessions to noon or 2 pm are discussed. House proceedings run 40 minutes with several members sworn in and a few resolutions of respect for deceased members adopted before ad journing until noon tomorrow.
Washington reports Major Asdrey Rowan, recently at Fort Douglas Utah, died after completing a hazardous mission toward Cuba. He delivered dispatches to General Calix to verify Cuban army movements and faced capture risks during the interior operation.
Secretary Knox and the President discussed the Nicaragua struggle as a key issue. Neither official commented for publication on the evolving dispute. The debate centers on war authority and the necessity of lawful commission for any executions.
Washington reports that the home committee proposes abolishing the canal commission and installing a chief engineer director and civil governor to oversee the canal project under the current organization. The move aims to cut government red tape so Chief Engineer Goethals can proceed unimpeded with construction.
Indefinite stay of mandate in cases of President Gempera and Second Vice-President Miteh ong Cooreeng Seren of Sekee lean Federation of Labor was granted by the District of Columbia Court of Appeals due to a petition for writ of certiorari. Jail sentences for contempt of court remained for union leaders under injunction violations.
Washington announces a major decision to open about 1,000,000 acres in eastern Montana for entry. The land was previously withdrawn for allotment to a Chippewa Indian band of about 150 members. The interior department plans settlement on a small Blackfoot reservation portion, with notices due before March 1, 1910.
Rebels report Zelaya’s army encircled by opposing forces and poised for potential unconditional surrender as tensions rise in the region.
Labor leaders Samuel Gompera, Mitchell, and Morrison file an appeal to the U S Supreme Court challenging a District of Columbia court order that held them in contempt for violating an injunction. The defendants appeared at the judge Parker hearing.
Washington dispatch reports Robert F. Caplee has resigned his post as private secretary to Genstor Chemi and plans to leave soon for Portland to pursue other opportunities.
Washington morning notes say Meliarg was sworn in yesterday as a secretary of personnel. The event followed prior service in the prison system and included remarks on reforms.
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