Wariness and Claims in Purdy Escheat Case
Will E. Purdy writes to readers about his motion for a separate trial being denied and outlines the April 6 escheat trial before Judge Mortrow in Multnomah County. He criticizes press coverage, cites multiple attorneys connected to the Winters dispute, claims he has no attorney, and warns readers about legal maneuvers and record deeds as a warning about costly litigation.
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Mortrow
Menth
Circuit Court
Multnomah County
C. M. Idleman
Agnes Butts
Portland Journal
Thomas O'Day
John Manning
Oss West
Oregonian
Telegram
Idleman
Supreme Court
Purdy
Dundee Depot and Post Office Break-In Reported
The depot and post office at Dundee were broken into on Tuesday night and some goods or valuables were taken, according to local authorities. Police urged residents to report any suspicious activity and described the break-in as brief and opportunistic.
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Dundee
Pleasant surprise for Esther Hollingsworth party
Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Hollingsworth hosted an 18th birthday gathering for their daughter Esther at home on Tuesday. Guests enjoyed games, brainteasers, and songs of old Ireland amid shamrocks and ferns, with a blarney stone and dainty refreshments, before departing after midnight.
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W. W. Hollingsworth
Esther
Ireland
Oregon
Memorial Meeting Honors Frances Willard At Home
A W C 7 A memorial meeting honoring Frances Willard was held at Mrs. David Johnson’s home. Forty five attendees heard readings on Willard life and work, with songs by Mrs. Olive Whitely and Ethel Morris. Myrtle Hollingsworth led papers and remarks, concluding with devotional readings and refreshments.
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Jane E. Willard
David Johnson
Mary J. Newlin
Frances Willard
Olive Whitely
Frances
Mary E. C. Scott
Myrtle Hollingsworth
New telephone directory to be issued March 25
Newberg Telephone Company announces a new telephone directory will be issued March 25. Those wishing changes or new names inserted should report to the telephone office at once.
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Newberg Telephone Company
Remains of W. N. Sutton Buried at Dundee
The remains of W. N. Sutton, once a Newberg merchant for about two years, were buried in Dundee cemetery under Woodmen of the World auspices. He died at Good Samaritan Hospital Portland from a bullet head wound at 49, after living in Oregon 32 years. Survived by Olive Townsend Sutton, married 1888, and three children Olive, Marjorie Sutton, and Mrs. Frank Nixon.
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W. N. Sutton
Newberg
Dundee
Woodmen of the World
Good Samaritan Hospital
Portland
East Harrison Street
Oregon
Olive Townsend
Frank Nixon
Olive
Marjorie Sutton
W.N. Sutton
Protests Rise Over Flat One Cent Postage for All Parcels
The new post rule fixes a one cent rate for two ounce parcels, harming farmers gardeners and seedsmen who ship locally. Commercial clubs granges and individuals urge Congress to amend the policy, arguing it biases local business. Readers are asked to press their representatives to support change.
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New York
Washington
Spectacular San Francisco Earthquake Drama At Star Theatre
A three reel drama about the San Francisco earthquake will play Friday and Saturday at the Star Theatre alongside a Vitagraph comedy starring Norma Talmadge and Leo Delaney. Incidental music will be performed on the Star’s Baby Grand by Prof. J B Hunt. On Monday and Tuesday James K Hackett stars in The Prisoner of Zenda, Frohman’s greatest success.
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San Francisco
Star Theatre
Norma Talmadge
Leo Delaney
Star
J. B. Hunt
James K. Hackett
Zenda
Daniel Frohman
Miss the Trouba dours at season’s best if unheard
The line hints at an acclaimed event called Trouba dours expected to be the season’s highlight. Readers are urged to hear it, implying late realization of its value as the best of the period. The note emphasizes urgency and high quality within the season’s offerings.
Oregon Industrial Growth Projects and Surveys
Prepared by the State Bureau of Industries and Statistics details numerous Oregon developments. Planned expansions include Milton box facility to 500000 capacity and Everfresh plant doubling output. New bridges, hotels, mills, factories, water supply, and power projects across Coos Bay to Baker City are outlined with investment figures and timelines.
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The
State Bureau of Industries and Statistics
Milton Box
Southern Pacific
Coos Bay
Knappa
Eugene Fruit Growers’ Association
North Bend
Sherwood
Springfield
Hood River
Wilbur Woolen Mills
Stayton
Everfresh Food Products Co
Sutherlin
Rainier Mineral Soap
St. Helens
Booker Basket
Hillsboro
Kimball
Dalles
Turner
Oregon
Washington
Eugene
Lane County
West Lion
Clackamas County
Baker City
Louis Sommers
Portland
Swedish Lutheran Church
Eugene Iront Works
Siverton
Woodburn
Corvallis Odd Fellows
Molalla
Veateh Brothers
Cottage Grove
Attorney General
Employers’ Association
State Printing Office
Willamette Pacific
Dates Set for International Livestock Exposition in Portland
The International Livestock Exposition will run December 7 to 12, 1914 at the Union Stock Yards in Portland. Organizers announce no entry fee for exhibitors or admission fee for visitors, making it a premier Northwest stock show. General Manager Plummer notes the premium list is the largest and most comprehensive to date.
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Union Stock Yards
Portland
Plummer
Northwest
Sunday Service At Friends Church Promotes Home Preservation
Sunday morning at 11 the pastor will give a message to parents titled The Preservation of the Home. Evening service at 7 features the Endeavor Society in charge with a special program. All invited.
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Endeavor Society
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Calvin S. White
Teachers Institute
Pardy
Esther Hollingsworth
W. C. 7. A. Memorial Meeting
POST
L. Samuel
Eugene F. Samuel
Leonard W. Riley
McMinnville College
Oregon Development News of and Products of Labor
Friends Church
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