Weston News highlights local politics and busyness
Weston April report notes a petition to appoint M A Bryson to fill council seat after TI Martin resigns and heads to Tygh Valley Wasco county. Also reports typhoid recovery of Ernest Reynolds, land leasing by H F Turner, Pendleton court case, a successful pharmacy exam by Grace Cockerline, and an upcoming Pendleton debate between locals and Pendleton scholars. Cattle stock in good condition after winter, guild officers elected, and President French at Lewiston for Inland Empire Teachers Association. Also a spider bite story promoting Mucklen's Arnica Salve.
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Wasco County
Eleees
Lewiston
Weston
M. A. Bryson
TI. H. Martin
Tygh Valley
Bryson
J. M. Lehmitz
Wenahn
Rangers
Umatilla
Ernest Reynolds
H. FE. Turner
Pendleton
Mabel Warner
Grace Cockerline
City
Pendleton School
Ladies' Guild
J. F. Warren
G. W. Proobster
S. Bradshaw
D. W. Warren
Belle la Tande
Child Cured in Two Months by Cuticura Remedy
A father spent a fortune on a child suffering a skin disease from birth to age six. An old doctor advised Cuticura, which cured the child in two months, leaving no lasting effects.
Skin Remedy Story From Burlington Woman
Mrs W P Ingle of Burlington North Carolina writes that her cousin in Rockingham County suffered a lifelong skin disease until two months of Cutura Remedies. She says the child’s skin became soft and scarless and remained well for seventeen years since, praising the remedy. June 16 1905.
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Rockingham Co
Cuthura
W. P. Ingle
Burlington, N. C
Cuticura Ointment Promoted As World’s Emollient
An advertisement extols Cuticura Ointment as the world’s emollient for rashes eczema itching irritation and chapping. It claims use for red rough complexions sore itching blemishes and baby rashes and promotes toilet bath and nursery applications.
Tropical Dishes and Delights of Jamaica Travel
In Jamaica two ways to see the island exist the tourist route and a richer inland path. Native dishes outshine hotel fare with deviled Jamaica black crab curries real turtle oysters and exotic fruits like green Jamaica oranges grapefruits avocados and pineapples. Breadfruit yams ochra choco and more tempt the adventurous palate.
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Jamaica
Travel
Razorback hogs of Arkansas claim unmatched traits
A subscriber letter praises Arkansas hogs calling them Razorbacks or stone hogs. It claims they outrun a greyhound, resist predators, and live on grass roots. The piece notes average dressed weight about fourteen pounds with head, six and a half pounds headless.
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Arkansas
Union
Switzerland a Modern Babel at Recruiting Station
The London News cites Wallenstadt recruiting station where five guards speak varied languages. A German speaking lieutenant reaches the Italian speaking sergeant through a third interpreter, then to the French and Spanish speaking corporal, causing great delay and confusion for military orders.
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Switzerland
Wallenstadt
Leutenant
London News
Shelley as a Boy
Andrew Lang recalls a 19th century glimpse of Shelley from his Eton days. A former senior fellow, Mr Hammond of Merton College, claimed Shelley was not a clever boy and never produced notable Latin verse. He noted Shelley would suddenly sprint while walking alone.
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Shelley
Andrew Lang
Eton
Mr. Hammond
Merton Collee
Cottolene Promoted as Healthful Lard Alternative
An advertiser urges replacing lard with Cottolene a refined cotton seed oil shortening. It claims Cottolene aids digestion and health, praising its purity hygienic process and palatability while attacking lard as greasy and unhealthy. It targets households emphasizing stomach well being and safer cooking.
Fences Must Come Down in Yakima Areas
In Yakima and nearby counties the federal land fence rule is enforced by Secretary Garfield. The Interior Department will require removal of fence lines on government land, affecting rail and barb wire across thousands of feet. The Yakima Republic reports the government stance amid homesteader inquiries.
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Thanawer
Yakima
Coleman
Washington
Yakima Republic
Interior
James R. Garfield
Did Not Do It Family Jar Fights Over Marriage
A Chicago Tribune item depicts a volatile domestic confrontation. Mrs Vick Benn lashes out claiming blame for their marriage while John Henry retorts that she could have ended the relationship, accusing her of not sending him away.
The Gentleman and the Money Promise Exchange
Brown questions repayment terms as Moore offers money on his word of a gentleman. Brown asks to see the money today, Moore repeats the pledge, and a follow up visit is suggested for the evening with another person present.
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Brown
Moore
None Left. A College Education, Says a Mother
A mother proclaims that college education brings out all that is good in a boy while a father responds with a skeptical remark about Bill and his son Yeu. The exchange reflects parental hopes and doubts over schooling and outcomes.
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William
Bill
All the News All the Time In the East Oregonian
The East Oregonian presents daily coverage of local events, politics, weather, and community happenings with a focus on readers in the region. This brief page highlights timely updates, upcoming meetings, and notable developments affecting residents and businesses.
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East Oregonian
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Pen Bradfield Regulator CO
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