Veil of Ruef’s Bossism Exposed by Former Supervisor
San Francisco reports on Abe Ruef graft trials with Andrew Wilson testifying to Ruef’s control over the board. Wilson says Ruef denied Gallagher as master and recalls Ruef seeking to place Wilson as lieutenant. The witness notes Ruef urged a $100 defense fund contribution during Ruef’s indictment.
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San Francisco
Abe Ruef
J. J. Furey
Ruef
Andrew Wilson
Wilson
Big Jim
Gallagher
Thesn
Ruefs
Francis J. Heney
Attorney Act
Bey
Experiment in whistle tests yields limited progress at Wallwoa
A new fre whistle experiment produced little improvement over a previous total failure. Machinists installing the fire alarm will remain at it until the whistle is perfected. RB. M. Rounsavell, Wallwoa merchant, visited briefly on his way home from Portland where he conducted business.
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RB. M. Rounsavell
Wallwoa
Mr. Rousavell
Portland
Portland Boy Safe Cracker Confesses In Norse spree
Portland police quote Gus Jonhsen, 17, and a fellow prisoner confessing to thefts with Charles Johnson and James Floyd. They describe break ins across Oregon including a Nyea store robbery with jewelry. Postoffice authorities see possible links to recent heists.
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Portland
Gus Jonhnsen
Charles Johnson
James Floyd
Orson
Nyesa
Ore
Condition of Governor-Elect Cosgrove Improves in Colorado
The condition of Governor-elect Cosgrove of Washington worsened briefly in Paup Robles on November 27 but is improving now. Physicians including Mrs Cosgrove report recovery is likely and Cosgrove may not depart for Washington before the mid day.
Kaiser reports mute in court circles says insomnia troubled emperor
Berlin dispatch notes the Kaiser is said to be suffering a physical breakdown due to worries over recent political affairs. He is described as having insomnia and an old ear trouble.
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Berlin
Pioneer Powers Died Yesterday at North Powder
William Bell Powers longtime Union county pioneer died Thanksgiving morning at 5 30 at the Jess L Powers ranch after 45 years on one Powder valley property. He is survived by four daughters and two sons with funeral services set for 10 o clock tomorrow at the Baptist church.
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North Powder
Union County
Powder Valley
William Bell Powers
Jess L. Powers
Powers
Fie
Foower
Witer
Masonic Cemetery
Tame
W. T. Powers
Montana
J. H. Hutchinson
Union
J. H. Powers
Nevada
P. L. Powers
Elton Mann
J. L. Dodson
B. W. Barnes
Rockefeller Warns Against Crooked Deals In Philanthropy
In the December issue of World's Work John D. Rockefeller says it is better to give than to receive. He warns that the novelty of wealth passes and urges business aims to serve the world rather than hoard or exploit. The article also notes his focus on organizing philanthropic enterprises. FOR RENT Room with fire call Mrs J W Anthony 1609 Sixth St.
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New York
John D. Rock
Hoe
Clor
J. W. Anthony
Bixth St
Bold Robbery and Murder Shocks Seattle Bar Scene
The body of Hugh McMahon, a bartender at the American bar on Pike Street, was found near his home with blunt-force injuries. A diamond ring, scarf pin, and 200 dollars were stolen after his body was dragged into his yard. His wife organized a search when he did not return home on schedule.
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The
Pike Street
McMahon
La Grande Clinches Title With Decisive Cove Victory
La Grande clinched the Union County title by defeating Cove 10 to 0 before a large crowd. Meyers, Williamson, and Reed led a overpowering second half surge while Cove fought hard, displaying grit and fair play throughout the game at the local field.
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LA Grande
Grande
Union County
Cove
Williamson
Meyers
Kall
Stirs
Reynolds
Childers
Hamilton
Carey
Kal
Roberts
Baker City
Strikers Guard National Fireproofing Plant in Perth Amboy
Nov 27 The plant is under guard as drink crazed strikers converged on the National Fireproofing company site in Perth Amboy New Jersey. Authorities say attackers were driven off by security forces and that several among the rioters are foreign born.
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Perth Amboy
N.J
National Fireproofing Company
Oregon Feels Quake Near Sweet Home
A slight earthquake shock was felt in Sweet Home Oregon after 10 o'clock last night. Three tremors were recorded in total, each lasting about a minute with about three minutes between them.
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Sweet Home
Ore
President-Elect Called Grodt Pacificator in U S
Readers are told that the president elect in the United States is described as the grodt pacificator in a political label from an unnamed source. The remark signals a favorable view of the incoming leader’s stance on diplomacy and reconciliation.
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United States
Grodt
Reorganization of City Volunteer Fire Department
On January 1 the city volunteer fire department will be reorganized. Hose company No 3 reduces to 15 men while No 4 grows to 26 and No 1 increases to 40 to man two carts and the Hook and ladder truck. New recruits required and joining now avoids road tax.
Prison guards escort two men for horse stealing in Oregon
Sheriff Edgar Marvin of Wallowa County travels via La Grande with guard William Moore to transfer two prisoners from Salem to the state prison for horse stealing. They plan to return to Enterprise in the morning.
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Phoriff
Edgar Marvin
Vate County
la Grande
Salem
William Moore
Enterprise
Henry K. Huntington to retire from active business
New York November 7 Henry K. Huntington financier and owner of the traction system in Los Angeles and other southern California towns announced plans to retire from active business on February 19 when he will be 59. He will spend the rest of his life at his country place near Los Angeles.
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New York
Henry KE. Huntington
Multi-Milllionaire
Tractiong
Los Angeles
Oregon Remains Rich in Renowned Thanksgiving Traditions
Readers note Oregon keeps strong names and celebrations each year as communities count blessings and gather for Thanksgiving events across cities, honoring local history and seasonal customs.
US Gunboat Helena Sails to Shanghai Amid Riots
Manila report says the US gunboat Helena departed for Shanghai to safeguard American interests in the Yangtze region as unrest grows. General Denby sought aid from Rear Admiral Harbor while the Panther and Cuba, ships of the Atlantic fleet, prepare to leave for Colombo.
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Manila
United States
Helena
Shanghai
Yang Tse Klang
Conant
Denby
Harbor
Panther
Cuboa
Atlantic
Colombo
Ketchel vs Papke Fight Profits Fall Short
Promoter Coffroth revealed heavy losses after the Ketchel Papke bout ended in Ketchel victory in 11 rounds. He expected a 30000 pound house but receipts show scant returns beyond that figure.
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Bud Fradciich
Coffroth
Wheat Town Defeats Columbia College Eleven at Pendleton
Ernest Funk and Joe King attended the football game at Pendleton yesterday where Wheat Town High School defeated Columbia College of Milton. The report says the contest lacked spirit and speed but remained close and entertaining.
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Ernest Funk
Joe King
Pendleton
Wheat Town
Columbia College
Milton
Move Their Sawnalls Plans Big Lumber Move Near Summerville
W. FB. Bach of Imbler returns home after visiting friends as his lumber company prepares to move its mill with 40 000 foot daily capacity toward Summerville. A large crew is logging ahead for a long run next spring and expects smoother transport to Aranaportation.
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W. FB. Bach
Imbler
Summerville
Shippingtown Aims to Be Main Manufacturing Point
Arrangements are being perfected to make Shippingtown on the upper lake the principal manufacturing hub for Klamath county, signaling a shift in local industry and employment prospects.
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Shippingtown
Klamath County
Grills Special Tariff Revision Faces Criticism
James Van Cleave, president of the National Association of Manufacturers, denounces tariff investigators methods and says about 100 of 850000 factory heads were notified to appear before the Ways and Means Committee. He claims notices were spam and hearings run brief through December 4, amid merchant reaction in St. Louis.
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St. Louis
Congressional Ways and Meatw Committee
James van Cleave
National Association of Manufacturers
van Cleave
Oregon Manager Referred Game Between La Grande and Cove
Professor Kessler formerly with the University of Oregon football team refereed the La Grande versus Cove contest in Ontario yesterday. His officiating kept the game orderly and the crowd engaged, showing clear understanding of football fundamentals.
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Oregon
Kessler
University of Oregon
Ontario
la Grande
Cove
Thanksgiving Eve Wedding at Baptist Church
Rev W H Gibson solemnized the marriage of Miss Bessie Combs daughter of Mr and Mrs W C Combs of Thinety to Henry M Pfeiffer at the Baptist church with Alisa Lela Wilton on the wedding march. Bridesmaids Lieste Combs and Nona B Miller. groomsman George Pfeiffer Will Adler. Reception at the bride’s home followed by supper. couple to live on Adams avenue after a brief Portland trip.
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Wallows
George Pfeiffer
Will Adler
Portland
Adams Avenue
American millionaires offer funds for church cardinals
A group of American millionaires from San Francisco St. Louis Chicago and New York has pledged 1 000 600 dollars in Peter's peace to the Catholic Church if two American cardinals are created at the upcoming consistory.
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Rome
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Ray Lamphere
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TER
Millionaire OM King
Efeller
Rogbert
Seattle
Hugh McMahon
Cave
Moyers
Covettes
Bean
Iwo
Conch Wall
A. C. Ingraham
Robinson
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Anderson
Wallowa
Yang Tze Kirke
China
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Means Committee
Qaltronder
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