Robbers Seek Miler Hoard in Baker Harris County Haines
Baker authorities cop to swift action after an attempted home robbery near Haines. Frank Anderson fired four shots at two men who cut the back door screen and fled across fields. Sheriff Rand cites matching shoe prints and amateur makers as local suspects Gordon and Rogers, arrested in Haines and Baker respectively, with evidence thought sufficient for conviction.
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Baker Herald
Frank Anderson
Haines
Anderson
Frank
Anderson Place
Young Anderson
Harvey McCullough
Gordon
Rogers
Baker
Rand
Peaches for sale by Farmers 165 address unknown
Fine ripe peaches offered for sale by Farmers 165. Call for details and pricing. Local market notice advises direct purchase from the grower for fresh fruit.
Astoria Fete Continued on Oregon Expedition History
The piece recounts the Astor expedition aimed at Pacific trade and opening America to China. The Tonquin sailed from New York on September 8, 1810, reached the Columbia River mouth by March 22, 1811, and established Astoria on April 12 after delays. Had Americans delayed, Britain might have claimed the Pacific Northwest.
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West
America
China
Pacific
Far Northwest
New York
Cape Horn
Columbia River
Astoria
Oregon
Washington
Blue Mountain Creamery Seeks Cream for Butter Prices Bold
DAIRYMEN The Blue Mountain creamery, oldest and largest in Eastern Oregon, reports peak butter demand. Current butterfat price listed at 30 cents. Appeal to suppliers for favorable terms. Blue Mountain Creamery Co., La Grand, Ore. August 10, 1921.
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Blue Mountain
Oregon
Blue Mountain Creamery CO
la Grand
Carnival Opens With Queen Coronation In Long Branch
Long Branch New Jersey August 10 gaily marked the start of the annual carnival with the coronation of the carnival queen. The event was followed by the firemen parade and prize contests. Governor Wilson will visit tomorrow to review the children's parade.
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Long Branch
N. J
Prise
Wilson
Aged Iowan Missing From Montecello
Alfred Frey a 58 year old Montecello Iowa resident disappeared after last being seen at Meacham on July 17. Relatives in the east are frantic for information as Frey reportedly bought a ticket for La Grande and carried a gray suitcase and tool chest. Police have no details and his whereabouts remain unknown.
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Alfred Frey
Montecello
Iowa
Meacham
la Grande
Northwest
Andy Miller
A. L. Richardson
Frye
False alarm triggers frantic but false fire call
A boy cried fire last evening around nine near a residence, causing a frantic but mistaken alarm. Before the fire bell rang, the department stopped the wild goose chase after discovering no blaze.
Kansas crops saved by timely rain revive grain
Kansas harvest outlook improves after a timely rain described by Salina resident Will Hartman who visited E. D. Selder and Mrs. Selder with his wife. Hartman says many areas avoid total losses and the state will harvest a fair crop this year despite some drying sections.
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Kansas
Will Hartman
Salina
Mra. Hartman
E. D. Selder
Banking ad promises safe, convenient services
The notice promotes opening a checking account with low initial funding and building a habit of paying bills by check. It highlights safety and convenience, offering interest accounts and safe deposit boxes in a burglar proof vault. The bank states its aim to serve customers with reliable banking options.
Local Traveler Plans Brief Stay Amid Rainy Harvest
A soggy spell arrives with timely rain that helps grain yet to harvest. Mr Hartman, cousin of Mrs Selder, will remain a few days to tour the country and visit relatives after his arrival.
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Hartman
Selder
River side park swimmin hole rises for hot weather relief
The ol swimmin hole at River side park is supplied with ample water again for aquatic sports. Reported by several parties yesterday, the water level is high enough for good facilities. After a hot spell the supply had fallen, now restored to draw families and adults to the popular bathing place.
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Riverside Park
Notice of Impounded Animals in La Grande Oregon 1911
J W Walden Chief of Police posts an August 6 1911 notice declaring two impounded animals in La Grande Oregon a white mare about 14 hands high and a gray colt about one month old no brands or marks visible right eye knocked out the owner may claim within ten days or the city will sell under ordinance unless costs are paid.
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la Grande
Oregon
Towlt
J. W. Walden
Ice Cream Social At Local Church Tonight
The Christian church at Depot and Washington hosts an ice cream social this evening starting at 7 30. Organizers promise a pleasant event with extensive arrangements and a good time for all attendees.
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Christian Church
Depot
Washington
Mrs Carlock Returns From Minam Camping Trip
Mrs Erla Carlock has returned from a camping trip on the Minam. She completed the excursion with no reported incidents and plans to resume daily activities at home.
Meet to Discuss Contest Rules in Detroit
A meeting is set in Detroit Michigan on August 10 to discuss contest rules. Representatives from involved organizations will attend to outline guidelines, clarify procedures, and address any outstanding questions before the event.
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Detroit, Mich
Aeg
Leading auto firms in city for Manufacturers Contest meeting
Delegates from major automobile firms gather for the Manufacturers' Contest association annual meeting to shaping rules shared with the contest board of the American Automobile association for the next year. Key topics include weight limits in stock car events and regulating competition on half and one mile dirt tracks built originally for non automotive use.
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Manufacturers’ Contest Association
American Automobile Association
Chinaman Fined for Rock Attack
Justice of the Peace Arthur Williams fined Wong Jon for assault after a Chinaman was struck with a rock. The total cost reached 46.30 dollars with the fine set at 250 dollars. Wong Jon pleaded guilty as the injured man, Ding Dong, bears visible injuries and remains recovering.
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Justice of the Peace
Arthur Williams
Wong Jon
Costa
Ding Dong
East
Justice Williams
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Toney & Scranton
Miler
Wwe
Baker Business College
Baker, Oregon
Ladies of Christian Church
Chinaman
Tong
Stageberg & Sandborg
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