16 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
Madras Pioneer
Location
Madras, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1908
Page
1
Mr and Mrs A F Phillips and three children along with guests Lloyd Hunter and Peter Marnach became sick after eating a meal at a hotel last Thursday evening. Dr Long diagnosed ptomaine poisoning with the onset overnight and the group recovered without serious complications.
Lillie May Kirk 28 wife of George Kirk and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Jones died at her mother’s home after a monthlong illness. Born April 30 1880 in Clackamas County she lived on a Crook County homestead with her husband and three children the oldest 10. The family mourns as she was unexpectedly stricken and was laid to rest in Gard Cemetery on Agency Plains last Monday.
A meeting at Ranford's Talk discussed extending the Columbia Southern Railroad from Shaniko into Crook county. Portland promises bond support totaling about 500000 tied to Crook county stock subscriptions while labor supplies and grain can count toward the share. A Madras meeting is planned next Saturday to form a district committee and outline a systematic fundraising plan.
Ki es Professor Irving W Pratt a longtime Portland resident and prominent Oregon educator died last Saturday evening at age 70 after a stroke months earlier. An active Mason and former inspector general of Oregon for the Scottish Rite he fathered Marti Pratt who once lived here and visited Pratt several years ago. He is fondly remembered by many who met him during that visit.
The article notes the dissolution of a freighting corporation tied to a project labeled freigee or freighting. It mentions unclear references to a place described as Vile place and Bhabi Motndlay with scattered phrases implying abandonment and dissolution actions.
The secretary of state filing notes the dissolution of the company while L B Lafollett believes a traction engine based freight scheme can still succeed between this section and Shaniko. He cites a Holt Manufacturing visit and hopes rail transport arrives within a year to fuel a second attempt.
Reports on Tuesday describe heavy rainfall near Haycreek and Lower Trent Inet Monday afternoon with light showers at Madras. Evidence of intense rain is noted north and south of here and at Cross Keys where roads were washed out.
A fierce dust storm from the Boath region swept into Madras last Sunday afternoon followed by light rain showers. Dust obscured visibility to 20 feet as the cloud moved from Willow Creek basin, lasting about 20 to 30 minutes before a cool shatter settled the atmosphere and moisture brought further light showers.
A valuable horse owned by Mick Braun was struck and killed by lightning last Sunday afternoon near Agency Plains during a dust storm. Dr Long reported seeing a bright flash and thunder while driving toward the Braun ranch, noting the electrical display in the distance.
The Madras Townsite Company reopens sale of townsite property with Max Lieddemann as exclusive agent. Prospective buyers may visit the Pioneer office for details on prices and terms. Lots offered at a very low price, with potential increases likely.
Dale Jones and Maude Brown wed June 24 with two witnesses, ceremony by Dr. Dunamore. Sealed details until publication and couple to honeymoon then settle at home. Bride leaves for Haystack and Culver visit. groom to head Mackenzie for three weeks.
Roscos Howard appears as Phanager of Pel in a fragmented report. The text hints at multiple titles and duties without clear context or dates.
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