General Henry Lawton Killed At Santa Mateo
General Henry Lawton was shot and killed near Santa Mateo while leading an expedition against insurgents. He rode with his troops and was within 900 yards of enemy lines when struck by a sharpshooter’s bullet and died instantly. Lawton, a Indiana native, earned his commission in the Civil War and led cavalry under Captain McClure during the campaign.
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Oregon and Portland News Briefs Highlight Local Events
Albany and Salem saw light snow last week. The Northwest Herald is suspended in Portland. Henry Villard urged Andrew Carnegie to fund a university library in Oregon. Frank McDaniel was convicted of manslaughter in Clara Fitch case. Elihu Roberts jailed on dog killing charge in McMinnville. Joseph Austin died by self-inflicted gunshot at Gardiner. 43 with a wife and nine children. Watco News touts laundry service. Salem fair funds unsettled as donors are refunded. chamber of commerce plans for next year. Oregon's new registration law takes effect January 1 requiring detailed personal data for voters.
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New Indica Ear Fastening Invention Reported
A fragmented clipping describes a new method for fastening on Indica plants using small ear holes and field loops. The text is garbled but indicates a mechanical or agricultural attachment technique with uncertain details.
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Gardiner
Douglas County
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Southern Oregon State Normal School
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