Local personalities travel as census and health news noted
Mr John Tharp of Nebraska and Mr Joe Benson of Pendleton visit the city briefly en route elsewhere. Mr D H Steward seeks Hot Lake waters for relief while census head Astensor Strain reports about 5700 counted in Pendleton with more expected. Mrs Chil ere and child isolate after diphtheria, and a newborn buried near Summerville. Card references Lewin Clark fair, Portland bank info, and travel tips for drafts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Tharp
Nebraska
Portland
J W Gomb
Snall
Merchants National Bank of Portland
Washington Street
Farmers and Traders National Bank
Dining and Dignity Warmth After a Meal
A proverb notes that hunger curdles humor while a well fed man shows geniality. Wives and many women in the city have observed this change after meals, reflecting common wisdom on appetite and demeanor.
Crime Plot Targets Man With Large Bank Account
A group schemes to coerce a husband into a favorable loan by luring him with an upscale dinner at a local restaurant. They plan a lavish boat dinner as the key setting to influence his decision and seal the financial deal.
Mrs Annie Baker Dies After Five Weeks Illness
A telephone message announced the death of Mrs. Annie Baker wife of Attorney J F Baker after a five week illness at her son Josephs home near Wallowa. The body will be brought to the city tomorrow with funeral arrangements not yet set. She was a daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Stephenson early settlers here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Baker
Jff Baker
Joseph
Wallowa
Baker
Thomas Stephenson
Northwest News Roundup of 1900s Region Items
Artesian water struck at Aberdeen Washington at 170 feet. John Selby a Montana wool grower struck by lightning near Miles City. Himeell and a horse killed. Fred Orona eight shot in the head at Big Timber Montana while peering into an unloaded gun. Walla Walla penitentiary mill to produce 2 000 000 grain waoka this year at 5 85 per hundred with orders for 250 000 more. Twin Falls Idaho seeks 2000 yearly saloon license. saloonkeepers arrested for resisting payment. J M Powers named Salem superintendent succeeding L R Traver to Pendleton. Forty two teachers employed in Salem schools. Government timber reserves to be offered for sale to highest bidders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Selby
Montana
Miles City
Himeell
Fred Orona
Big Timber Mont
Sue Mill
Walla Walla
Twin Falls Idaho
Bix
Supreme Court
J M Powers
Salem City
Abooe
L. R Traver
Pendleton
Head Crushed In Lumber Wagon Accident Near Semmerrike
The body of Lee Irvin, about 25, was found near Semmerrike after an accident while coupling two wagons. He worked hauling lumber for Summerville Lumber Co. The coroner planned no inquest after initial findings. Funeral set for tomorrow at two o clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Irvin
Semmerrike
Hhs
Summerville
J C Henry
Bear Killed by Youth on Summerville Farm Visit
A brown bear encounter near Summerville results in a successful hunt by George Fisher. He killed the bear after a tense stand and returned to camp with meat. His dog was mauled but survived. At La Grande, visitors report Fisher’s father and Miss Eitle Fisher accompanying the trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E Fisher
Summerville
la Grande
Mr. Fisher
Miss Eitle
Also Mentioned on This Page
T. N. Murphy
Joe B Benson
Columbus Produce Company
Moosra J W Oraghead
RB Stark
Wallowa County
Lin Grande
D H Steward
Hot Lake
Astensor
Pendicton Enat Oregonian
Mrs. F P
Merle
Simon Woodall
Yeater Day
J. A. Arbuckle
Casati
Fes
Ian
Northwest News
Aberdeen
Gray’s Harbor
HANAN
Oliver Slater
Idaho Falls
Boise
Mra
Myrtle Calvert
Boise Capital News
Charles Hamilton
R&n
June Mason
Pendleton E O
Summer House
Golden Rule
the Golden Rule Company
Adams Avenue
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