Williamson Demurs in Land Fraud Indictment Case
Congressman J N Williamson objects in Portland Oregon to indictments alleging land fraud complicity. He argues a California resident US District Attorney Heney cannot act in Oregon and cites 1874 statute defining mandatory versus directory duties. Legal battle hinges on Bouviers definitions and potential for quashing indictments.
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J. N. Williamson
US District Court
Portland
Oregon
United States
Heney
California
Act of Congress
Circuit
District Court of the
United States Marshal
United States District Attorney
Bouviers Law Dictionary
Stinson Sentenced in Spokane Under New Gambling Law
Del Stinson was sentenced to one year in the penitentiary for gambling in Spokane. The conviction cites the new Washington law making gambling a felony. Reports say the law will appear for voter approval at the next state election, but the bill failed to gain legislative consideration.
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del Stinson
Spokane
Washington
Census in La Grande May Bring News for 2020
In La Grande residents face a forthcoming census count with expectations of data shaping local representation and services. Officials urge participation to ensure accurate results reflecting the community’s population size and composition.
Census projection hints at population rise
The note predicts a substantial gain over the government enumeration five years prior. It cites 2900 in 1900 and suggests the forthcoming census will show about 1200 more, totaling around 4000, despite critics who doubt rapid growth.
Be careful: Pro frontier officials flee to Canada during probe
Several prominent Beef Trust officials abruptly leave for Canada amid a government investigation. Their departures raise questions about the scope of inquiries and potential legal exposure. Local sources note heightened tensions as officials seek refuge abroad.
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Beef Trust
Canada
Best Jersey Cream Flour Promises White Bread Appeal
An advertisement extols Jersey Cream Flour for superior white bread and health benefits. A testimonial from Mrs D W Smith of Whitney Texas dated April 3 1902 praises Herbine as effective for constipation and liver troubles, claiming the product lives up to its claims.
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D W Smith Whitney
Texas
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