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Madras Pioneer

Location

Madras, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1908

Page

4

Adventure Rates Opercent Application Entered

Notice records that an application for adventuring rates at 0 percent was entered as second class matter on August 24, 1904, at the Madras Ontario Post Office under the March 1874 act and the September 24 1908 amendment.

Madras Ure Department of the Interior U.S. Land Office Dalles Oregon Louis Henman Arensmeter Mare Homestead Hus Rank Osborn U. S Conrad Stratser William T. Snook Daniel Arepameier Fred Henske Madres

Does It Mean Construction or Obstruction in Central Oregon?

Harriman engineers have surveyed lines into Central Oregon for six years from multiple directions. Despite promises of immediate railroad construction after meetings at Pelican Bay, no route is chosen and no work seems imminent. Local activity appears more protective than productive amid competing interests.

Harriman Oregon Central Oregon Chamberlain Stanley O'Brien Pelicay Bay Harriman Lines Pelican Bay

Half a Crop This Year Due to Unfavorable Spring

The section produced little grain with about half the normal harvest. Shaniko reports 74 cents as the latest price though buyers wait for a higher quote. Threshing winds down as some wheat heads to the railroad, while overall yields run about half of last year despite a few exceptional fields.

Shaniko

County Fair and Race Meeting Planned in Prineville

The Central Oregon Livestock and Agricultural Association schedules its fourth annual fair and race meet at Prineville from October 17 to 18. Proceeds earmarked reach $2000 to be distributed among winners, with many fine horses expected to participate.

Central Oregon Livestock and Agricultural Association Prineville Pitkaes Aumber Gdod Horkes

Local Premiums and Programs Available by Pioneer Office

Readers can obtain premium items, lists, and racing programs by calling The Pioneer office to secure them.

Pioneer Office

Harriman Line Hopes Dwindle as Oregon Tour Continues

General Manager O'Brien Chief Engineer Boschke and Marriman officials scouted Crook county and Central Oregon last week reviewing the proposed Harriman line route. The 27th Annual Bluff at Central Oregon drew less interest than prior years, amid railroad activity along the Deschutes canyon. Har riman was once the sole hope, but signs suggest a railroad may come without him.

O'Brien Boschke Marriman Crook County Central Oregon Harriman Deschutes Canyon Mr. Harriman

Lake county stage line bans liquor transport on dry route

A Lake county stage company operating Paisley Summer Lake and Silver Lake routes announced it will not haul alcoholic liquor along its line. With precincts along the route voting dry, the firm says it will not participate in any violation of the law, a stance seen as unique for a transportation company.

Lake County Stage Company Paisley Summer Lake Silver Lake

Senator Rand Defends Direct Primary Record in Washington

Rand of Vancouver now in Oregon securing right of way for the Trunk Line, was the sole Washington legislator two years ago to vote against their direct primary law. Though condemned then, sentiment shifted during the first general primary under the new law, and Rand can point to his record with pride.

Senator Rand Vancouver Washington Oregon Rand

Hunters license count signals dwindling prey in Crook County

County Clerk Brown reports 256 hunters licenses issued this year yet doubt persists that each licensee has bagged an average of one game. Once Crook County’s hunting paradise, today only a few deer and bear remain in the mountains amid scarce wildlife.

Brown Crook County

Government stock sale at Warm Springs agency Oregon

Auction listing from Claude C. Covey superintendent advertises a herd of 1 bull Shorthorn 3 years 1660 lbs seven bulls grade and thoroughbred 4 to 7 months old, six boars six sows Poland China one 8 year old boar and 4 to 6 month old sows. Also 1 mule horse 6 years 1050 lbs buckskin. Thin stock may be examined and prices obtained by calling at the agency.

Poland China Claude C. Covey Warm Springs Oregon

Clubbing Offer for Campbell's Scientific Farmer Subscriptions

A promotional deal grants Pioneer subscribers a reduced rate on Campbell's Scientific Farmer subscriptions. The offer, available to new and renewing subscribers, coincides with the Pioneer price. The magazine, edited by H. W. Campbell, promotes the Campbell system of dry farming and provides practical farming information for areas with irregular rainfall. The regular price is $1 per year.

Campbell Scientific Farmer Pioneer H. W. Campbell

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