Two More Land Frauders Guilty
The federal jury found Willard N Jones and Thaddeus Potter guilty of conspiracy to defraud the government in the Oregon land fraud case. Ira Wade was found not guilty, marking the fourth conviction in the same scheme.
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1905
Page
4
The federal jury found Willard N Jones and Thaddeus Potter guilty of conspiracy to defraud the government in the Oregon land fraud case. Ira Wade was found not guilty, marking the fourth conviction in the same scheme.
The Synod held closing services including a quiet Hour of Worship, Monday School addresses by Revs Montgomery and Hoozer and Miss Haleh, and a sermon by Rev H N Mount. The Lord's Supper was observed and Dr Hill delivered a key address on church work and labor union outreach. The meeting, led by Rev W L Van Noyes, closed successfully with covenanting for seed time prosperity.
Pre performance by Madame Herrmann Saturday drew praise for magic feats and high class acts. Musical numbers and horaots impressed patrons, though crowd attendance was small.
A reader reports relief from insomnia and indigestion after taking tablets. They describe severe nighttime discomfort and digestive issues before use, with immediate relief following dosage. The note highlights a rapid beneficial effect from the treatment.
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