Irrigation meeting outlines plan to fund 11 000 acres
A large audience heard speeches on irrigation in Union County. A committee proposed organizing with 600000 capital, 36000 shares of 20 each, each share pledging water for one acre. Subscriptions neared 11000 acres with potential to reach 16000, as Judge Crawford weighed in on the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. D. Huffman
Atte
Roseseor
T. A. Rinehart
J. T. Hinkle
Amattlig County
Hinkle Ditch Company
Echo
Oratory
Board of Managers
T. H. Crawford
Meet Modernly Mallipped Office
Classified ad notes an upstairs office in the northwest corner of Adams Avenue and Depot Street offering first class work. The listing provides a single telephone contact Red 1131.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adams Avenue
Depot Street
Aviator Cory to Visit Seattle for Balloon Ascensions
Charles A. Cory the millionaire motorist balloonist and Federation president may reach Seattle within a month to visit the Beattle Aero club and perform several ascensions in his balloon Chivego.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Ocharles A. Cory
Federation of KinetiAnd Berane Sided & Jeer
Beatile Aero Club
Chivego
Artesian Well Flow Near Imbler Promises Water Supply
A pure water artesian flow was found on the J. A. Gaskell ranch near Tinkler, free of oil. A second well is set to start next Monday on the L. L. Makennon ranch by Mr. Wet, eliminating windmill needs for irrigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Gaskell
Tinkler
Gaskel
L. L. Makennon Ranch
Mr. Wet
Sunday School Class Hosts Candy Pull at MBE Church
Nora Fritts hosted a Sunday school gathering at the MBE church with about 14 children enjoying hospitality. A lecture by Jeanette O Ferris at the Baptist church is advertised with tickets available at Mill and Filverthorn drug stores, noting coordination with a Tuesday Musical.
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MBE
Amperes
Filverthorn Drug Stores
Mix
Jeanette O. Ferris
the Baptist Church
Ufder Araplres
WRECK ON NORTH BANK CONTINUES FLOOD REPORT
Sacramento reports flood conditions with islands at the Sacramento San Joaquin junction inundated. Lower Sherman and Venice islands submerged as rivers weaken after relentless water flow. In Rialto Vista residents move goods to second floors amid rising waters. Camp Pird mine avalanche in Ouray kills four men and buries forty horses. Emil Johnson rescued by a dog.
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Sacramento
Twitchell Islands
San Joaquin
Sherman
Venice
Rilo Vista
Citheens
Grand Junction
Col
Camp Pird
Ouray
Emil Johnson
Cattle sale notice at Starkey seeks owner payment and proof of ownership
Description lists two brands and marks on cattle including a red cow branded J. K. on the hip and a red steer with a swallow fork on the left ear. Animals are at HMA SEAL seated Ale? awaiting sale per inland rules unless owner pays costs and proves propertious rights.
Jury Seated In Local Option Case Over Liquor Charge
The case before Recorder Cox drew much attention as Anderson, through attorneys C H Finn and C E Cochran, demanded a jury. Jurors J R Oliver R W Logan F B Halston A V Oliver Dr C P Charlton and Harry A Myers were selected. Prosecution led by F S Ivanhoe. Cole testified he, with three men, entered Finlace saloon, ordered drinks and a pint of liquor for 80 cents. The defense contested premeditation and cross examination focused on Cole’s account and the bottle handled by the police. The trial proceeded with extensive questioning of the key witness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cox
Anderson
C. H. Finn
C. E. Cochran
J. R. Oliver
R. W. Logan
F. B. Halston
A. V. Oliver
C. P. Charlton
Harry A. Myers
J. F. Baker
F. 5. Ivanhoe
Cole
Finlace
Bla Atery
Courtroom Drama Delays Verdict as Attorneys Spar
The article reports heavy word fighting among lawyers in a case with no jury decision expected soon. Chief Walden testified consistently with Cole's account, and Robins, the defense star witness, followed on the stand around 9 96 as the proceedings continued into the night.
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Walden
Cole
Robins
Notice of Final Account in Union County Estate
The county court in Union County Oregon will hear the final account of the administration of J. M. McCall, deceased, at the courthouse in La Grande on February 16, 1909 at 10 oclock a.m. Objections may be filed by interested parties. Ulysses G. Couch is administrator. Ramely & Liver are attorneys. Fever sores and chronic sores require healthy maintenance.
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W. BF. Anderson
Portland
la Grande
WJ. Hughey
Anderson
Senderson
AW. H. Gibbs
Baker City
Preetor Barrie
Ed Rumble
Elgin
Joseph
J. E. Tulley
Railroad Company
7. Co
Elgin Stage Company
Island City
Union County
Egon
J. M. McCall
Court House
Chamberlain's Salve for Many Ailments and Skin Issues
This salve is presented as the best treatment for various conditions including wounds, chapped hands, sore nipples, and burns. It claims superior effectiveness and is marketed as available from all good dealers.
Bussey’s Hack Line Offers Funeral and Party Services
E L Bussey advertises 24 hour hacks for funerals and private parties with baggage transfer on day and night service. Stand at Paul’s Cigar Store, contact red 241 during day and main 25 at night.
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Paul
For Sale by Owner Offers In Imbler Oregon Area
Property listings include a hotel and barn with seven lots priced at 2000 dollars, a shop with six lots at 400 dollars, a six room house with six lots at 1999 dollars, and a three room house with six lots at 700 dollars. Terms via W T Hartley Imbler Oregon. Also notes about sprained ankles and health remedies with testimonial snippets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Hartley
Imbler
Ore
Chamberlain Cough Remedy Promoted Amid Rough Health Claims
An advertisement touts Astonue Pineules and Chamberlain Cough Remedy for kidney and bronchitis relief with a 20 day trial offer. It quotes Mrs Gibson of Lexington Ky praising the remedy for her child’s bronchitis and claims rapid, safe cures for colds and related illnesses. Also notes Tamarack posts for sale in La Grande from the La Grande Investment Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Mra. W. G. Gibson
Lexington
Elvor
la Grande
LA Grande Investment CO
10 Acre Fruit Tract Near Cove for Quick Sale
A fenced 10 acre tract one mile northeast of Cove offers six acres planted to apples and cherries with a small barn and house, well and other water. Includes a horse, buggy, single harness and tools. Address Lock Box 71 Island City Oregon. Must be sold soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cove
Island City
Oregon
Washington Lawmakers Llow in Session
Olympia June 22 two weeks into the session and nothing done as state lawmakers fail to advance measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Lawmakers Llow
Olympia
Special Friday and Saturday Sale at Van Duyn Co
A special two day sale offers discounts on children's underwear stamped linens table units and laces with embroidery. Also featured are a line of children’s hose priced at 16. This local store run by Van Duyn Co promotes a limited week only event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Duyn CO
Lost Car and Red Cow Reported with Marks
A fragment reports a missing vehicle and a red cow with a speckled face bearing the initials T. 8. circle-bar, J.D. left side and a contact note reading Phone Parmer 1943. The note is attributed to F. Sherwood.
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J.D
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Farmers & Traders’ National Bank
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Central Railway
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Nora
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E. L. Bussey
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