May Investigate Bourne in Oregon Political Probe
Oregon political circles discuss Lincoln Steffens mission to probe United States Senator Jonathan Bourne. The inquiry reportedly examines election costs, campaign methods, and public opinion, including estimates of spending between $100,000 and $110,000 and Bourne’s $7,500 salary. It notes Bourne as Oregon’s first directly elected senator and questions if money influenced the choice.
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Oregon
Lincoln Steffing
Jonathan Bourne
United States
Jonathan
Sourne
Bourne
Steffens
Pritiene
Pendleton Plans Gravity Water System Under Charter Changes
One of Pendleton's leading charter change features is a provision for a gravity city water system, added by the council. The article notes that the people are truly more vitally engaged in the issue.
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Pendleton
Water Supply Urgency Drives Pendleton Charter Debate
In Pendleton, health and comfort hinge on a secure water system. The present supply is insufficient in quantity and quality, risking drought and reliance on a precarious source. Baker City’s Elk Creek gravity system is cited as a model, urging Pendleton to secure a new, pure mountain source soon.
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Pendeton
Baker City
Elk Creek
Wreck story contrasts optimism and fatalism among injured
In a wreck on the R, N and another line, three young Americans survive with bright hope of returning to duty, while a Chinese passenger accepts fate with fatalism as physicians care for all. The piece notes the contrast as a study in human outlook amid peril, followed by a note of grievance by Oregon sawmill workers over Southern Pacific freight hikes to San Francisco.
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Oregon
Southern Pacific Railroad Company
San Francisco
Lumber trust blamed for high prices and delays
The article argues that the lumber and sawmill trusts have raised prices nearly 100 percent over three years and delayed housing construction. It calls for government action on freight rates and relief from mills once railroads aid. Twenty one residences would be under construction here were it not for extortion by the lumber trust.
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Sawmill Trust
Lumber Trust
Mormon Elder Praises Polygamy In Mission Address
Elder J. T. Derrek declares polygamy the true means to redeem society at the Mormon mission in St. Louis. He claims ninety five percent of women and ninety seven percent of men lack virtue and argues extra women are needed for reproduction, linking it to race and violence.
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J. T. Derrek
St. Louis
Vielots
Hughes Birthday Highlighted as GOP Presidential Prospect
Charlee Evans Hughes born April 11 1842 in Glens Falls New York. He moved to Newark and then New York City before Columbia Law School graduate, he became a famed antitrust lawyer. His role in the Armstrong Insurance Commission and the 1906 gubernatorial victory raised his national profile. He enjoys golf and reading in spare time.
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Charlee Evans Hughes
New York
Wos
Glens Palla
N. YI
Newark
N. J
New York City
Hughes
Columbia Law School
Armstrong Insurance Commission
April 11 in history highlights military and political events
On April 11 milestones include Gaston de Foix killed at Ravenna in 1512, the 1644 victory at Selby, the 1713 Utrecht Treaty ending Queen Anne’s era, Montreal fire in 1765, and other events such as Polish king Stanislaus Poniatowski’s death in 1798, British entry into Toujouurse in 1814, and 1842 Charleston’s first bishop.
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Gaston de Foix
Ravenna
Selby
Montgomery
Ala
Charles Reade
Japan
Pellow Islands
North Pacific
Africa
Tom Johnson a Suffragist in Cleveland Speech
Hon. Tom L. Johnson of Cleveland argued before the Temple club that women must obey laws and pay taxes, and thus should vote. The statement puts him on the suffrage side. meanwhile Grant and wife sold the Sagamore hotel at Baker City to Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Frank of Fort Wayne, Indiana, who will take over.
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Tom L. Johnson
Cleveland
Temple Club
Tiey
Johnson
Ohio
Grant
Baker City
J. R. Frank
Fort Wayne
Indiana
Hotel Pendleton Refit Brings Modern Amenities
The Hotel Pendleton has been refitted and refurnished throughout with telephone and fire alarm connections in all rooms. It offers en suite and single rooms and serves as headquarters for traveling men with commodious sample rooms and a free bus service.
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St. George Ip
Northwem
Pendleton
Bar and Billiard Room Near the Depots
A bar and billiard room operates within three blocks of the depots, advertised as a connected venue. The notice highlights proximity to railroad facilities and seeks patrons seeking leisure near transit hubs. Regular hours and services are listed in the public notice.
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Gregoria
Pand'eton
East Oregonian Publishing CO
Mat. Robes
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Chicago
Washington
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Fourteenth Street
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Mesuber Scripped News Association
Main
Qthis Bank
The
Pendleton Savings Bank
California Fig Syrup Company
California Fig Syrup Co
Senna
Secretary of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Louisville, Ky
Cal, VA
London
England
New York, N. Y
Standard Oil Company
Baby's Automobile
Baby’s Go-Verie
Lewis Hunter
Furnisnhr
Gunn
Tom Johnson
Hotel
St. George
George Darveau
Bollons & Brown, Proprietors
Golden Rule Hotel
E. L. Maroom
Tratna
ST. Elmo
J. G. Poore
Prop
Portland
Motors
C. Bowers
Vanny
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