Mixed early 20th century news items span accidents and labor
Reports kill list includes drum major Christopher Barthelmage at Fort Keough by a collapsed sewer bank, Chicago boys injured by a dynamite cart ride, and an exhumed Valencia victim Mildred Coles linked to a $10,000 policy. New Zealand coal distribution shifts and a record steamer Minnesota voyage from Yokohama. Chicago bricklayers strike halting 169 buildings, with unions facing replacement labor and a proposed union coffin factory at $50 per funeral costs and a plant survey for $90,000 in a suburb.
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Christopher Barthelmage
Fort Keough
Mont
Henry Palhanus
Frank Ryan
Herbert Grendle
Chicago
Mildred Coles
Valencia
Clausen
Minnesota
New Zealand
Hax
Tatoosh Ireland
Straits
Yokohama
St. Louis
Chicago Federation of Labor
Northwest News Briefs and Local Tragedies
Grass survey planned for Gray's Harbor lands opened to entry under land laws. William Bennett killed by a falling tree near Cottage Grove at Bow river. Apirew Jackson charged with killing Warren Matthew, a jail escapee. Building fund for fire relief tops 10100, Ladd & Tilton and Wolvox among subscribers. Jacob Mullen, 64, found dead near Stockman's Exchange in Baker City. Verdict: heart disease. Spokane court set 1 hour limit for Mayo defense. WA Supreme Court orders new trial for Mayo in William Crane murder case.
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Gray's Harbor
William Bennett
Bow River
Cottage Grove
Jacob Mullen
Stockman's Exchange Unioon
Faker City
Oregon
Spokane
Cae
James Mayo
William Crane
Supreme Court of Washington
Mayo
April prospectus offers varied farm land parcels and rates
The notice advertises April opportunities with barge and business propositions. It mentions wheat and corn potential on ranches near the city, sample plots at 160 acres priced at $4 per acre, 60 acres broken, a mile from the railroad, half section suitable for wheat, and a claim to raise 12,000 bushels at $47 per acre.
Eckhardt troupe to open Fraser Theatre six nighty engagement
At the Fraser theater next week the Eckhardt company presents the four act sensational comedy drama A Might for Honor beginning tomorrow night. The cast includes Oliver J. Eckhardt W P Richardson Herbert Foster Harry Habb Donald Blanchard Georgia A Nichols Isabelle BR Perry Blanche Martin Ella Morton and Trene Humphrey. Prices are low and attendance expected strong with Ole Olson touring April 24 in the same circuit. The ad also touts Pucklen's Arnion Salve from local druggists.
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Eckhard't
Fraser Theater
California
Northwest
Oliver J. Eckhardt
W. P. Richardson
Herbert Foster
Harry Habb
Donald Blanchard
Georgia A. Nichols
Isabelle BR. Perry
Blanche Martin
Ella Morton
Trene Humphrey
Baker City Herald
Boise
Idaho
News Save
Conta
Milton church completes dedication in new South district building
The M E B church South in Milton reports the Pendleton district conference held at the new church. Dedicatory services set for Sunday with an evening union meeting of city churches. Building cost fell around 5000 dollars, two tall lots, main auditorium of 26260 feet, with classrooms and central location. District ministers led by Rev H S Shangle. Strong lay delegate turnout and progress noted. Also includes an advertisement for Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar. Sold by Tallman & fi.
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Milton
Danding
Morrow
Veair Milton
M. EB. Church
Ieiret
Pendleton
Wwe
Sunoy School
Sand Hollow Fire Ends in Tragedy at Barrett Farm
The Sand Hollow blaze last Saturday destroyed the woodshed and farm house of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Barrett, killing their six year old daughter and injuring Mrs. Barrett who is recovering at her brother’s home. The fire likely started in the woodshed when children lit a fire. neighbors Dr Kistner R F Hynd George Consor and Frank Roberto rushed to the scene but could not save the structures or its contents. The Romaine was brought to town and burial services held Sunday at Masonic cemetery.
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Hoppner Times
Sand Hollow
W. B. Barrett
Masonie
Drunken jurors sought in Portland murder case
Attorneys in Portland seek temperate jurors in the trial of George Blodgett for the murder of Mrs. Aliee Minthorn. The Oregon Daily Journal notes exemptions for abstainers and saloon-connected individuals. Mrs Blodgett supports her husband amid trial timelines, while the defendant’s case revolves around a fatal shooting after a dispute over drinks at the Vin Noy hotel.
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Portland
George Blodgett
Oregon Daily Journal
Blodgett
Aliee Minthorn
Mulligan
Ax Gordon
Vin Noy
Hotel Pentleton Arrivals and a spring cleanup nudge
A long list of names and cities appears to document hotel arrivals from Seattle Portland Spokane and beyond. The notice shifts to a winter health tip urging readers to take Early Risers to cleanse the liver stomach and bowels and purify the blood, claiming relief from headaches and dull skin.
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TL. Mead
Portland
WBK
Glendening
Poruanil
Immigration prospects praised by Umatilla County developer
The Grant County News extols Umatilla County Development Worker's advertising of local resources to attract investors and customers. It argues public affairs advertising should mirror private business efficiency, noting Grant County's lack of participation in state groups. Also mentions indigestion remedy and a Walla Walla to Pendleton round trip ball game special, plus a found dog at Fergy's.
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Grant County
Uimantilla County
Uratilla
Ren
Faneclfal
Walla Walla
Athena
Yellow Kivie
Walle Walla
Wallin Walla
Oolock
To'dlowk
Evenine
Wool Crop Short In United States Says Officials
Agricultural Department estimates a wool shortage with losses of seven million sheep for the past winter and a 46 million pound shortfall in the 1900s US clip. Wool may sell 21 to 25 cents per pound. advices urge sheepmen to hold and stay the course to reap higher prices as western flocks face reduced ranges and improved herd quality. A severe winter affected western states most, with some eastern losses, prompting farmers to shift to hay crops and sheep raking to boost profits. James Welch, a laborer aged 30, committed suicide at Billing, Montana after returning from Buffalo, Wyoming, drinking heavily.
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Agricultural Department
Tingenarth
Frank J. Hagenbarth
National Livestock Association
Wood Livestock Company
Salt Lake City
United States
Ee Department
London
Hagenbarth
Unclear Local Product Note on Tea Brands
Fragmentary line references fa tea and Schilling's Best with comments about preference and moneyback, suggesting a brief consumer note or ad copy. No identifiable person, organization, place, date, or concrete action is discernible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schilling
Pendleton Woolen Mills stockholders meeting notice
Notice to stockholders of Pendleton Woolen Milling & Packing Co and Pendleton Woolen Mills of Pendleton Oregon. Meetings set for May 1 in office at 4 p m with company officers F B Clopton Judd president and H Carter secretary. Dates appear as March 1904 and 1908 in the document.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton, Ore
Pendleton Wool Souring & Packing Co
Pendleton
Oregon
Ore
Pendleton Woolen Milla
Judd
H. Carter
Secreuiry
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General News
Northwest News
Apirew Jackson
Warren Matthewe
Baker County
Portland Commercial Club
W. M. Ladd
Ladd & Tiltom
Theodore B. Wolvox
E.T. Wade & Son
Phone Black
L. O
Ole Olson
Ben Hendricks
Friedman
Hendricks
Hardy Noremen
William Cgiray
Devil's Island
Pucklen
Napier
Rugies
Kennedy
Tallman & Fi
Umatilla County
Gront County News
Tallman 4 Co
Fergy's
Kalsor
Dog
James Welch
Walsh
Billingy
Buffalo
Wyo
F. B. Clopton
Remnant
Price
Alexander
EAGLE
Parsons
Main
Hotel ST. George
J. H. Estes
Fairbanks
Morse Gasoline Engines
Fairbanks, Morse & Co
Poxrimnstt Asses
Rio
Oregon Lumber Yard
Court House
Thone Main 6
Pendleton, Oregon
Ula Weal
Aen & Fom
Express
New York
Jehn
Walt
the Fair Department Store
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