Taft Takes War Post as Secretary. Russia and Mexico Noted
Notable items include William H Taft taking oath as Secretary of War succeeding Elihu Root. Russian land forces number 5.5 million with twice as many awaiting recruitment. Mexico's 13.6 million population, less than 2 million available for ned. Harry Egbert hanged for murder in Burns Oregon. Pope Pius X hints at health outing. David VanHouten acquitted of murder in Portland circuit court. Rich radium bearing earth found 115 miles north of Austin Llano field. Lewis and Clark Exposition books order for six cars of advertising literature. Books cover Oregon country including current Oregon Warrington Idaho Montana Wyoming. Books to be distributed East Europe and St Louis Exposition.
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Oregon Country
Lewis and Clark Corporation
East
Europe
Oregon
Warrington
Idaho
Montana
Wyoming
That Throbbing Headache and Dr King’s Pill Claim
Advert says Dr King’s New Life Pill ends throbbing headaches quickly and cures nervous headaches by building health. Claims thousands have benefited. price is 25 cents. Sold by NGw erking Druggist.
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Dr King
Be Quick Cough Care Guidance for Child Symptoms
Fragmentary note urges rapid action when a child shows symptoms. Mentions berlain's Cough drops or similar remedy and a quick preventive measure. Text is garbled but conveys urgent care advice for a sick child and possible home remedy use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlain
A. Coon
Pears
Fatal logging accident claims Leroy King at 23
Leroy King, 23, of Bridge on the Middle Fork, was fatally injured Friday evening in a logging camp when a runaway log crushed his leg and he died four to five hours later from shock. He was the second son of Rufus King and burial took place after services at the German Baptist Church conducted by Rev H Barklow.
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Leroy King
Middle Fork
Bridge
Mr King
Leroy
Rufus King
German Baptist Church
Kev H Barklow
North Bend Acool Closed For A Fortnight Measles Report
A Fortnight long closure is noted for North Bend Acool amid a measles account. The Alliance plans to depart San Francisco this Saturday for Portland via Humboldt and Coos Bay, with Aberdeen preparing a return voyage from Port. Cattle raisers anticipate strong stock demand next season but lower prices. Capt Aleson of Coquille sold his saloon business to Baxter Bros. Mail service faces delays. stages may replace pack horses. Lumber offers hope of strong demand and lively business but price softness. A colored aid Chinese school opens on Front Street extension with Mrs Reedy as teacher and initial enrollment around five dollars.
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Alliance
San Francisco
Portland
Humboldt
Coos Bay
Aberdeen
Portand
Capt Aleson
Coquille
Coquille City
Baxter Bros
Head Burst From Severe Bilious Attack Reported
A health note describes a person suffering a severe bilious attack with intense head pressure and relief after using a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Medicine.
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Chamberlain
Dyer in Oregon Accents Northwest Cheer and Threats of Dismissal
Franklin Sentinel notes Mr Dyer and son from Oregon visit Coos County to receive friendly ridicule. Dyer praises local trees and climate while Groaning Nebraskan corn cobs are mocked. The piece defends Pacific Coast loyalties and mocks Nebraska, urging readers to value Oregon’s timber, minerals, and mild weather.
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J W Dyer
Oregon
Mr Dyer
Dyer
Nebraska
Kansas
Corn State
Franklin
Ned
Sentinel
Corus County
Pacific Coast
Mate
Pacific
Esat
Apples Placed On Display In Window Exhibition
President Dow and Secretary Farrin of the Push Club place five apples for Louis in aces green for display. Some apples are too large for current jars, and larger jars have been ordered for the window display at H Sengetacken's store.
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Dow
Farrin
Push Club
Louis
H Sengetacken
Local Poultry Sale Promotes Buff Plymoth and Black Monarcia Chickens
A small ad announces Buff Plymoth Rock and Black Monarcia chickens for sale. Eggs and leg tea are also mentioned with additional items like servers and seating near Emantas Avenue.
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Emantas Avege
Also Mentioned on This Page
William H Taft
Ohio
Elihu Root
Russia
Mexico
Harry Egbert
John G Saxon
John West
Burns
Oregon Penitentiary
Pius X
Vatican
David VanHouten
Albert Young
Mrs van Houten
Llano Gold and
Austin
Texas
Llano
North Bend
School For Colored Aid
Front Street
Reedy i
Hermann
Studebaker Bro’s
McCormick Harvesting Co
Myrtle Point
Orecon
Gatchells Store
Croceries & Provisions
Phroxe
Mars
Fare Delivery
Jenkins &Son
General Merchandise
Hata
Harness and Saddles
rPearce
Me HE
Pearce
Bank OF
J. R. Benson
Trameads
Tte
Bank of California, of
Frensieeo
First Metional Bank of Portland
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