Accused Skerrett Cleared by Judge Amid Tears
In Coos Bay Times report, Judge Pennock declares insufficient evidence to convict Charles Skerrett of arson. Witnesses offered little new detail as defense contends prior debts and alleged fraud link poorly to the garage fire. Prosecution plans to continue Bunker Hill fire probe despite outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coos Bay
Charles Skerrett
Pennock
W. W. Duncan
Skerrett
Lan Automobile
Auroedt
Herman L. Pratt
William Collins
Alfred Johnson
C. F. McKnight
Sherriff
George W. Craig
Zeilkie
KR. O. Graves
Graves
Grand Jury
Lilejqvist
Jack McDonald
Liljeqvist
Bunker Hill
Johnson
Pioneer Lady Mrs Carman Dies in Coos County Oregon
Mrs Julia Ann Carman nee Grant born November 12 1840 in Cook County Illinois died March 1 1915 in Coos County Oregon aged 74 years 3 months and 16 days She crossed the plains in 1861 taught school in Scottsburg Oregon 1861 and later in Coos County Married J W Carman in 1867 children R P Carman Eula Coke Florence Marsters Anna Hamblock Clinton Carman and Asa W Carman surviving funeral held in Etelka with Rev Thomas Barklow burial Neal Cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Carman
South Fork
E.M. Hoffman
Middle Fork
Carman
Binger Hermann
Fred Schroeder
Julia Ann Carman
Grant
Cook County
Illinois
Coos County
Oregon
Plains
Scottsburg
Douglas County
Grant Grant
H. M. Coke
Coyela
Califropia
R. P. Carman
Eula Coke
Florence Marsters
Anna Hamblock
Clinton Carman
Asa W. Carman
Etelka
Thos. Barklow
Neal Cemetery
Livestock Prospects in Oregon Exceedingly Good
Portland report says Oregon farmers have a prime chance to profit by meat production as demand soars nationwide. With a 3,000,000 head meat animal shortage and 800 million pounds needed in leading packers, prices may reach new highs and ranchers are urged to stock farms in cooperation with big packers and bankers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
United States
Hisa
Northwest
Oregon
Rhetoric on Newspapers and Their Endless Tricks
A wry meditation on the nature of newspapers describing them as a crafted form that chases trends, favors rapid presses, loves gossip, talks constantly, seeks praise, and is drawn to new fashions, while remaining a flexible, multi type entity.
Barton Found Guilty of Simple Assault in Coos County
Jurors in Roseburg render a compromise verdict after five hours of deliberation. Jesse Barton of Coquille is convicted of simple assault for an attempted rape against Madge Yoakum. Judge Hamilton set sentencing for 10 am Friday. Barton’s attorneys consider an appeal after a three hundred dollar fine and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roseburg
Jessé Barton
Coquille
Coos County
Hamilton
W Hamilton
W. W. Cardwell
Jay Bowerman
LeHoeee
Lilejqvist
George Neuner
Jesse Barton
Barton
J. W. Hamilton
W. C. T. U. Meeting Planned for March 9
The W C T U will meet Tuesday March 9 at Mrs Jake Strong's home. The program includes devotional led by the president report of last meeting roll call readings The Liquor Business a Parasite by Mrs Vernon The Two Glasses by Mrs Rackleff Union Forces a Bottom Fact by Mrs Thayer a vocal solo by Miss Myrtle Zermann readings Saloon an Evil Thing Scrap Book unfinished and new business and adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jake Strong
Vernon
Rackleff
Thayer
Myrtle Zermann
Legislature creates five court districts amid vetoes by governor
The legislature established five new judicial districts costing $16,000 annually each while Governor Withycaynbe vetoed three of the measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Withycaynbe
Christensen Remodeled Sugarloaf Creamery Bossed by Andrew Christensen
Andrew Christensen, buyer of the Sugarloaf Creamery from C. E. Broadbent, reports a remodeled plant ready to handle milk and cream year round. He aims for prompt payments to patrons and maintains the same manufacturing charges, bringing a strong Coast and national show record to improve butter and cheese. The Oregon Development Bureau will coordinate with commercial bodies as the Oregon Development League reorganizes into The New Chamber of Commerce with motto One for All and All for One.
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Andrew Christensen
C. E. Broadbent
Broadbent
Denmark
Minnesota
Tillamook County
Christensen
Chicago
Portland
Oregon Butter and Cheese Makers’ Association
Spokane
Tillamook
Myrtle Point
Oregon ‘Development ‘Bureau
Oregon Development League
Oregon
New
Chamber of Commerce
One
Big Special Attractions at the Unique Theatre
Next week the Unique Theatre will show a weekly 4 to 5 reel feature from World Film Corporation. Stars include Lillian Russell Clara Kimball Young and James K Hackett. Exact date to be announced in next week’s paper. 181 Celebration of establishing new Hill steamer line to San Francisco at Fla val March 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
World Film Corporation
Lillian Russell
Clara Kimbal Young
James K. Hackett
New Hill
San Francisco
Flaval
Portland Commercial Club and Chamber of Commerce Unite
The Portland Chamber of Commerce and Portland Commercial Club plan to merge under a single management. Membership fees will fund a three year period covering all departments and reduce separate fundraising efforts. The merger aims to protect local businessmen from multiple subscription solicitations and stabilize the community’s business activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
Portland Chamber of Commerce
Portland Commercial Club
United Forces
Clarence Russell and Wife in Custody at Coquille
Clarence Russell and his wife were arrested at their South Fork home by deputies and jailed in Coquille on charges connected to affidavits by Wm. Pentland. The case centers on poison allegations involving Arthur Russell's death, with arsenic suspected but not confirmed. Their three young children were temporarily placed in the care of a probation officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Pentland
Russell Ranch
Russell
Arthur Russell
Clarence Russell
South Fork
W. C. Laird
Grover Brown
Coquille
Couer—d’ Alene
Idaho
Laird
Johnson
Hark Dunham
Portland
City Caucus Set For March 19 At City Hall
The city council designate 7 30 Friday night March 19 at City Hall for the regular annual city caucus to nominate candidates for spring city officer elections. Officials with expiring terms include the mayor two councilmen the recorder and the treasurer.
Highway Project Planned From Gold Beach to Grants Pass
A new long term highway project is projected linking Gold Beach to Grants Pass. Officials outline route considerations and potential benefits for regional commerce and travel times. Local communities express interest in the corridor's economic impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gold Beach
Grants Pass
Coos and Curry County Fair Dates Set for 1915
The Coos and Curry County Fair Association elected officers for the coming year and announced the Fourth Annual Fair will run September 8 to 11, 1915. New premium classes include separate cattle divisions for pure breds and grades, and a cow testing contest with prizes for best test. The fair, begun in 1912, aims to surpass prior exhibitions and precedes the state fair opening at Salem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coos & Curry County Fair Association
R. Cy Dement
J. L. Masson
L. A. Roberts
Henry A. Schroeder
Salem
Coos Cunty
Roberts Leep Nuptials At Home Of Clergyman
The marriage of William Allison Roberts and Freeda A. Leep was solemnized last Monday evening at the officiating clergyman Rev T J Cannon's home. Attended by EB Roberts and Mrs Roberts, both natives of the city, the groom is son of J H Roberts and the bride daughter of Dr and Mrs K A Leep. Local friends extend best wishes for a long and happy life together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robrts-Leep
T. J. Cannon
The
Christian Church
Willian
Allison Roberts
Freeda A. Leep
EB. C. Roberts
J. H. Roberts
K. A. Leep
M. P. H. S Breaks Even in Bay Games
One won and one lost for the local high school team from the Bay side. At Marsh field they lost to the rival by 21 to 13, then won at North Bend 29 to 13. Harold Adams officiated as referee and Johnson of the low high school was scorer.
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Bay Side
Marshfield
North Bend
Harold Adams
Johnson
Low
Also Mentioned on This Page
Sugarloaf
Portland Commercial Club and Chamber OF Commerce
Clarence Russel
Coos & Curry Fair
Victor
N. P. Peterson
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