Centennial 18 Open opening exercises impress crowds in Portland
The Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition opened in Portland with a grand parade and record crowds. Officials praised the day as a milestone for Western development and stronger ties to the Orient, while favorable weather capped a highly successful opening.
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Distances and Population for Exposition Travel Reach
The piece details expected visitor reach for an exposition around Portland. It cites secretary Henry Reed and census based estimates showing Portland population about 160 000 at opening, Oregon over 450 000 Jane 1, with a 100 mile radius totaling 400 000 people and 290 mile radius 800 000, 300 miles 1 200 000, 500 miles 1 800 000, and 1 000 miles about 5 000 000. Travel will be mainly by rail via three transcontinental lines serving the city.
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Henry %. Reed
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Oregon
British Columbia
Washington
Idaho
Montana
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Nevada
California
Japanese Naval Secrecy Shrouds Fleet in World News
London Telegraph notes unprecedented secrecy in Japanese naval operations. No authentic warship updates for nine months, with actions near Port Arthur on August 10 and Vladivostok clashes off Corea. Adm Togo’s force remains hidden until needed, then appears briefly before receding, maintaining strategic surprise.
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Stolen mare offered reward near McCallister Cove ranch
Strayed or stolen dark bay mare with barbed wire scar on right shoulder and a small white spotting on back. Marked on left shoulder. Five dollar reward for return to Mrs. E. L. Bradford near McCallister Cove ranch.
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E. L. Bradford
McCallister Cove Ranch
Atlantic Yacht Wins Transatlantic Race Record Attempt
The Atlantic, an American yacht, won the transatlantic race with Captain Barr at the helm. The crew reported an average speed of about 10 knots, reaching Bishop Lighthouse after 16 days 16 hours 22 minutes. The ship flew the code letters KRR B as crowds watched from the Lisard Lighthouse.
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Wheat King Conley Of Grand Ronde Valley In Pendleton
A B Conley the wheat king of Grand Ronde valley visits Pendleton on a business trip. He ships about 100000 bushels of wheat yearly from Eastern Oregon counties and owns roughly 7000 acres centered in the heart of the wheat belt. He recounts early freight team days and says he plans to enjoy the Lewis and Clark exposition nearby while living near the grounds.
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Conley
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Blue Mountains
Sand Hill
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Oregon
Lely
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