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Newspaper
Madras Pioneer
Location
Madras, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1908
Page
4
Classified notice lists county officers for 1904 including County Judge H C Eylaug Bend Sheriff Frank Elkus Madras Treasurer W F King Prineville Superintendent R Alford Sisters F Day ton Aid Law Surveyor Fred v Rige Prineville Commissioner James Rice Haycreek.
The article argues for disciplined soil cultivation as the key to stable yields. It notes that dry springs reveal differences between well and poorly managed fields, warns that a cold spring depresses summer crops, and stresses moisture conservation across the district for a strong harvest.
The piece critiques tax ideas from reformers who favor a single tax and warns ordinary citizens that a constitutional amendment could disrupt state finances. It notes that next fall county Boards of Equalization will convene to adjust assessments.
The article warns that a June adoption of the single tax amendment could exempt a large portion of property from taxation, creating heavy deficits unless boards raise rates. It contends widespread exemptions will cause permanent hardship, mass litigation, and general financial instability, as distinguishing exempt from taxable property becomes insuperable.
The Laidlaw Chronicle notes a sawmill being erected near Wapinitia in the Laidlaw tributary district and reports material for a second mill already on the ground hauled from Dufur via the Mt Hood railroad right of way. The item promises readers will learn more about local geography.
Rain continues to fall improving crop prospects for farmers in the region who report rising bank balances as soil moisture recovers and yields are expected to rebound.
Drilling at the Moses Niswonger well near Powell Buttes paused awaiting more casing. The well reaches 500 feet in hard rock with minor seepage water and two barrels bailed recently. Driller Moore believes water is close and an artesian flow may follow once drilling resumes.
Claude C Covey Warmsprings Indian reservation superintendent testified as a witness in the Kalama Kalama divorce case in district court. Judge Bradshaw noted it was his first Indian divorce grant though much of his bench experience was in Crook County. James Rice plans Ohio visit before returning to serve as county commissioner. G Springer campaigns for state senate with Democratic nomination and favors a Statement No 1 position. Ed Kutcher reports pleasant conditions in Hay Creek precinct with recent travel notes.
A staunch anti alcohol sermon condemns liquor as a source of wrecks and crime from distillery to jail. It decries its harm to families, society and justice, describing misery, poverty, illness, and violence caused by alcohol.
A fervent lament condemns arms as poison to happiness and safety, causing desolation and havoc. The text deepens the indictment, saying it erodes national honor and slays reputation, even murdering the soul in the ruin of all villains.
SYDNEY D. PERCIVAL of Youngs Oregon filed for final five year proof on Homestead Entry 1975 dated May 1 1902 for the southwest and other quarters in section 29 and 20 township 14 range 14 Willamette Meridian. Proof to be made before Frank Osborn at Madras Oregon on June 9 1908 with witnesses A Brown John Trotter and William Brownhill all of Youngs Oregon.
Department of the Interior notice from The Dalles Oregon dated April 20 1908 states Emma C Sumoper formerly Emma C Carey of Madras Oregon filed intent to make final five year proof for Homestead Entry No 11629 dated October 21 1902 for lots 1 and 2 in section 7 township 124 range 1 west. Witnesses: John Browne Culver Oregon Ivan Hale Hubert Barnett Emory Ranta all of Madras Oregon before Frank Osborn A S Commissioner on June 12 1908. Registry Moore.
Notice from the Department of the Interior Land Office The Dalles Oregon April 29 1908 IBAAC 1 BROWN of Madras Oregon has filed intent to make final homestead proof Entry No 14807 dated January 11 1906 for lots 14 and 16 section 14 township 11 south range 14 east Willamette meridian before Frank Osborn US Commissioner on June 12 1908 Witnesses Rocky Hobbon Ed Folleon Weed Davie Win J Cowherd all of Madras Oregon
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