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Newspaper
Madras Pioneer
Location
Madras, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1909
Page
1
The Deschutes survey approval triggers protest action as opponents voice concerns over process and impact. Organizers plan demonstrations while officials defend the vote, citing procedures followed and anticipated public interest.
Government approval clears remaining Deschutes line sections amid conflicts with the Oregon Trunk Line and Central Oregon Railway. Harriman forces ready to begin 40 miles, with protests window and further sections awaiting clearance as OBrien plans immediate construction.
The article notes Mr. O'Brien urging crews to reach Madras and other Harriman project sites by August 1 or soon after, expressing strong eagerness to begin work at the earliest possible moment.
Reports from Madras indicate blasting will begin soon on the Deschutes Railroad at Trout Creek about a mile above its mouth. Stan ley Grewell confirms survey activity on his Sage Brush Springs ranch and notes plans to move his family and tent to stay out of danger.
County Farmers Union held an open meeting in Madras to organize government irrigation for the area. They will send a monster petition to the Reclamation Service with over 800 signatures and seek Portland Chamber of Commerce support and backing from Secretary Ballinger. The effort aims to secure cooperation from the Congressional delegation and local business groups.
James J. Hill dispatched John F. Stevens to survey Central Oregon, traveling incognito as James F. Sampson with stops at Madras Bend Prineville and other districts. Harriman agents shadowed Stevens as he assessed water powers and reclamation needs, signaling a Hill Harriman clash over Oregon's rail corridor potential.
The new Methodist church in Madras will be dedicated Sunday July 2 with Dr. D L Rader of Portland giving the dedicatory address. District superintendent Dr Walton Skipworth and other visiting ministers will attend. Music will be provided and a basket dinner at 1 30 offered. All Madras M B church ministers are expected to attend except one. The church is advancing rapidly in the interior.
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