Cascade Drug Store Promises Bright Prospects in Junction City
The article notes the Cascade Drug Store opening by two young men in Junction City with Mr R W Pitney, Mr Gillett praising the climate and promising a successful venture that injects life into the town and surrounding country. It pairs poetic reflections on the Willamette with the business note, setting a local tone.
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Junction City
R. W. Pitney
Cascade Drug Store
Gillett
Strome brothers legacy of honesty and industry in Lane County
The Strome brothers David and Joseph with two siblings, after arriving in Lane County in 1873 from Warsaw Ohio, built valued homes and property through hard work. Pioneer John B. Ferguson, famed for ox driving and cattle trade, served as county commissioner in 1878 and died in 1899, leaving a lasting impact on the region.
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Lane County
Strome
David
Joseph Strome
Warsaw
Coshocton County
Ohio
J H Miller of Junction City A Prominent Local Leader
J H Miller, longtime Junction City leader, moved from Kansas ten years ago, built a livery business, served on the Board of Councilmen, became Street Commissioner, then Mayor in 1899. He also serves as South Junction precinct constable and, with W C Washburne, expands cattle and sheep holdings through Farmers and Merchants Bank. He is Woodman of the World and well regarded locally.
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Junction City
Neosho Falls
Kan
Miller
South Junction
Farmers & Merchants’ Bank
W. C. Washburne
Wforesaid Institution
Cook
Pioneers and early settlers of Lane County Oregon
A fragmented reminiscence traces Lane County’s pioneer history from the 1820s through mid 1800s. It mentions Hyland and Strome families, early migrations from Ohio and Missouri, crossing plains to Oregon, and settlement in Junction City and Willamette Valley. It notes an existing residence view of a known Lane County pioneer.
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Jamette Valley
Junction City
Lane County
Oregon
John
Fergueson
John B. Fergueson
Richland
B. 8
Hyland
Thear
Notable Early Junction City Figures and Local Leaders
The piece profiles local leaders and long-time residents around Junction City including Burnham known for uprightness and wealth, Hyland an Oregon arrival from New Hampshire, and John S. Ferguson a pioneering farmer and trader. It notes Skipworth, a respected community figure, councilman and school board member, and Dr. Cr. Holt a dentist active in Friday and Saturday practice, with ties to fraternal orders and local organizations.
Oregon native J M Cook born near Junction City
J M Cook, a native of Oregon born within a mile of Junction City, spent a large portion of his life...
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Oregon
Junction City
Native Son Skipworth Began Law Under Brother
G F Skipworth was born in Louisiana in 1873. His parents moved to Oregon, settling in Independence and later Lebanon in Linn County. He studied law under his brother E R Skipworth of Eugene for three years.
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G. F. Skipworth
Louisiana
Oregon
Independence
Lebanon
Linn County
Skipworth
E. R. Skipworth
Eugene
Dr C R Holt Emphasizes Health as Life’s Prerequisite
Dr C R Holt argues that enjoying life hinges on good health, noting it as a prime prerequisite for well being and happiness. The remarks emphasize preventive care and personal wellness as essential daily concerns.
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C. R. Holt
W M Tripp Honored as Noble Grind of Oasia Lodge
In Junction City the blacksmith W M Tripp earns a village acclaim. The feature notes his steady workday rhythm, bellows, and hammer as he is praised as a worthy member of Oasia Lodge No 41 FF and F. The piece compares him to a renowned craftsman and highlights his upright character.
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Junction City
OM. Tripp
Longfellow
W.M. Tripp
Oasia Lodge
Native Son of the Golden West Aims for State Educator Role
The piece profiles Prof. Hunter a Mt. Angel alumnus and Monmouth Normal School graduate class of 1907 holding a life diploma. He taught at River View wheel near Junction City and raised funds to buy a school library. Active in lodge groups including Odd Fellows Knights of Pythias Rathbone Sisters Rebekah and Maccabees. He is seen as a rising state educator.
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Golden West
Mt. Angel
State Normal School
Monmouth
Fox Valley
Linity
River View
Junction City
Hunter
Lodge
Odd Fellows
Knights of Pythias
Rathbone Sisters
Rebokalie
Maccabees
The Farmers and Merchants Bank Opens in Junction City
Early in 1893 a group of enterprising citizens formed a banking house in Junction City. The doors opened May 1, 1808, with J Bushnell as president and George Pickett as vice president, W. C. Washburne cashier, and directors J A Bushnell W Washburne George W Pickett J P Milliorn and T A Milliorn. The bank has since pursued its stated object.
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Junction City
J Bushnell
George Pickett
W. C. Washburne
J. A. Bushnell
W. Washburne
George W. Pickett
J. P. Milliorn
T. A. Milliorn
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Junction City Bulletin
Willamette
Sam L. Simpson
Sweet Singer
Aiden
the “Strome Boys
J. H. Miller
Strome Boys
Willarette
P. S., Hyland
Adams County
Andrewcoun
Missouri
Plains
Washington County
The
Tur
Mr. Skipworth
Grace Umphrey
Pice Nee Paw
Willamette Valley
Burnham
Mr. Hyland
New Hampton
Belknap County
New Hampshire
John S. Fergueson
Wil
Long Tom
California
Feather River
Yreka
Junction City Lodge
AO. U. W
CR. Holt
Cie
Dr. Holt
Ohio College of Dental Burgery
Cincinnati
PO Morlburt
Millett
J. M. Cook
Moeller & Hill's Drug Store
W. M. Tripp
Harry Hunter
the Farmers & Merchants" Bank
F. W. A. Crain
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