Wilcox Lumber builds mill at Williamson Spur
The Wilcox Lumber company is constructing a planning mill and lumber yard at Williamson Spur along the O R N rail line. Kate Bracken remains ill with typhoid fever but shows no serious change. John Graham and nephew Edward visit North Powder. Marie Larn, ill for a long time, can be up part of the time and hopes for a full recovery.
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The
Wilcox Lumber Company
Kate Bracken
Braden
John Graham
Edward Graham
North Powder
Marie Larn
Planned to Destroy Ships
British secret service reports conclusive proof that dynamite found in bunkers of battleships Lord Nelson and Victorious Duke of Edinburgh resulted from a deliberate attempt to destroy the vessels. Carefully prepared bombs were found as used at mines where dynamite was thought to be mixed with coal. Coal removal continues aboard all ships.
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London
Secret Service
Reward Offered for Pony Theft Near La Grande
H Eichenberger offers $100 for the arrest and conviction of the thief who took a black pony from a pasture last week in March near La Grande. The pony weighs about 1000 pounds, has a white hind foot, a small H brand on the right shoulder, and a half circle V on the left stifle, with recurry of animal.
Dixie Day drew Southern leaders to Alaska-Yukon exposition
Southern governors judges and admirals gathered in Seattle for Dixie Day at the Alaska-Yukon exposition on August 24. Governor Albert W. Gilchrist of Florida, Adm R C Hollyday, Judge W C Caldwell, and Judge J B Robbins attended along with over 100 southerners and an expected 25 000 participants.
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Seattle
Albert W. Gilchrist
Florida
R. C. Hollyday
Bureau of
Washington, D. C
W. C. Caldwell
Trenton
Tenn
Caldwell
J. B. Robbins
Mayfield
Caleb Powers
Goebel
Alaska Britaine
Northwest
Washngton State Building
Flag of Truce and Man to Man at the theatre
Audience sizes remain steady as Flag of Truce marks its fourth night. Tonight’s four act sensational comedy Man to Man features a bright cast and clever special effects. The play blends dash and ginger with blood and thunder and pathos for a lively lighter-class performance.
Daughter born to Mr and Mrs Frank Graham near this city
A daughter was born last night to Mr and Mrs Frank Graham near the city, extending the family.
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Frank Graham
Rooming house furniture near Foley house for rent
Furniture for seven room modern house two blocks from Foley house suitable for rooming purposes. Will rent to parties purchasing furniture. Contact W H P 1806 4th Street.
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Foley House
W.H.P
4Th Street
Mrs. Davis Honored With National W R C Post
Mrs Cora M Davis of Union Salt Lake informs Mrs Ellen Cross that Mrs Davis has been appointed national inspector of the W R C. The message notes 60 Oregon veterans in the parade and confirms the Salt Lake appointment.
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Ellen. Cross
Cora M. Davis
Union
Salt Lake
Davis
Oregon
Record Hunting Licenses Hit New County Peak
The county clerk issued 26 hunting licenses yesterday, raising total licenses to 495 as grouse season opens. Officials report heavy activity as sportsmen apply for permits in the county clerk's office.
Meyers and Kelly Form General Parlors Partnership
Harry A Meyers and Joe Kelly announce a partnership to run general parlor services inviting patrons of Meyers barbershop. Property listed includes house eight lots in south La Grande with city water a good well a large barn and abundant fruit. Beat view of the valley. Thos B Harris 1302 B Street.
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Harry A. Meyers
Joe Kelley Nereby
Meyers Barbershop
Joe Kelly
la Grande
Harris
B Street
Hary Denied Privileges
FISHKILL LANDING New York August 19 Officials at Matteawan asylum deny Harry Thaws privileges including smoking in his room and having a light outside standard inmate hours Justice Mills had ruled Thaw insane but suggested granting several privileges to him
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Hary
Fishkill Landing
N. Y
Justice Mills
Harry Thaw
Matteawan Asylum
Thaw
Harry
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Schram
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Walla Walla
Wash
Board of Health
Anna E. Plympton
Ladd Canyon News
H. Eichenberger
Seatle
Mrs. Davis
National Organization of W. RC
County Clerk's
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1St Street
Main Avenue
Foekenn Ovanna
Geo. Ackles
Chaplin
Round House
L. F. Dunn
City
C. B. Newsom
First Ave
Rial
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Adams Avenue
la Grande City
J. B. Reynolds
Whiteman
Bell
Pierce Ranch
School of Music
Conservatory of Music of
Boston
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Coop Uanim! Coal
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Antelope Valley
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