Count de Smet de Naeyer foundered off England
Reports say the Belgian training ship Count de Smet de Naeyer sank off the south coast of England with the captain and 34 crew drowned. Other items note a Porto Rico judge resigning and a Texas bank wrecking case sentenced, along with Dublin and Ireland aging news and earthquake commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Count de Smet de Naeyer
England
Charles McKenni
Pitebourg
Federal Court of
Porto Rico
Rowweewelt
Bar Association
McKennin
O. W. Steefing
J. G. Lowder
First National Bank
Ablcene
Texas
Lynden
D. J. Sullivan
San Francisco
George Fletcher
Cantonragh
Ireland
Solidiers
Chicago
Gasoline launch ferry linked Bridal Veil and Cape Horn
Northwest news reports a 40 foot gasoline launch ferry established between Bridal Veil and Cape Horn with eight horsepower engines. Also noted are winter snows of 87 inches at Burns Harney county the heaviest in local history. Benjamin F McCauley Portland hotel man dies of heart failure at 50. Artealen near Carley Washington shows activity post earthquake. Two fresh water springs pour in where none were before.
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Bridal Veil
Cape Horn
Burns
Harney County
Benjamin F. McCauley
Portland
McCauley
St. Charles
Carley
Wash
California
April prospectus offers wheat land at favorable rates
The notice lists farm parcels for sale in April, including 160 acres at 4 per acre with wheat or corn potential, 60 acres broken, and a half section in wheat. One mile from the railroad, rates as high as 12,000 bushels per year or $37.50 per acre.
Wade & Son P. O. Den Message from Pendicton Address
E T Wade and Son Pendicton address listing with office details and phone number and street location referenced for the firm. Harboring a concise business notice tone typical of small town directories and advertisements of the era.
Causes of earthquakes theories debated by scientists
Scientists, chemists, electricians and astronomers propose diverse origins for earthquakes. The piece outlines theological, mechanical, volcanic, astronomical, electrical and chemical theories, noting the Charleston quake of 1886 as a major example and describing its wide impact and aftershocks. It concludes with an advertisement for DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve.
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San Francisco
Charleston
Washington
D. C
New York
O.ft
Dubuque
Iowa
Pullle Narke
Mullet
Homestead Claim Under Lacey Bill Near Salmon River
The Poles Capital News reports the first homestead claim under the forest reserves of Taha, tied to W. C. Clark of Clearwater. The land lies on the South Fork of the Salmon River in the Payette reserve and is described as a fine agricultural tract with abundant improvements. Major Fenn forwards details of the land claim, including date of incitement and the nature of improvements, under Forest Service rulings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taha
Lacey
Conarente
W. C. Clark
Clearwater
Poles Capital News
Salmon River
Payette
Abundrancies
Fenn
Clark
Forest reserve homestead bill opens land for settlers
Major Fenn explains the Lacey bill would let citizens claim forest reserve land by living on it five years and improving it. Settlers could obtain title for 3.50 per acre, with future leases if the act passes. The piece urges preparation for spring and advertises Early Risers laxatives by Tallman & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ished
Newa
Sottiera
Clark
Fenn
United States
Tallman & Co
Farmer Blames Drought While Seeking Water Solution
Robert Washburn, experienced Pacific Northwest farmer and Rogue River lands owner, argues drought devastation and land barrenness can be overcome by using a small stream with modern devices. He endorses hydraulic pumping engines to raise stream water for irrigation, enabling farmers to gain bountiful returns from their land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Washburn
Robert Washburmy
Great
Pacific Northwest
Rogue River
Mr. Weshturn
Chicago Sheep Markets Report Mixed Prices and Steady Slump
The Chicago LifeStory World reviews sheep markets with mixed results. Top lambs reach 87.05 while the bulk trades around 86.00. colored and colonado fed lambs show slight gains, but overall activity is weaker than last week. Wool and shorn lambs vary, with buyers seeking heavier, steadier fat stock amid a slow trade. Later, an advertisement touts Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar as a cough remedy sold by Tallman & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Lifestorx World
Jean Lambs
Vesterday
Sarre Lambs
Ealee
Killera
Kennedy
Tallman & Co
April heat records set in Willamette valley Oregon
Weather summary from multiple districts notes high temperatures reaching 90 degrees in Portland tying record for April while elsewhere in the Willamette valley and eastern regions temperatures ran high. Light frost occurred early week with cloudiness and light winds shifting to easterly then northwest. No significant rain except light surprisal in some coastal areas, and warnings of sultry conditions on Friday.
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Willamette Valley
Portland
Columbia River Valley
Gras Valley
Sherman County
Columbia Southern Railroad
Weston
Umathia County
Maud M. Joker
Pendleton
Umatilla
F. Johnson
Wyalles
Wasee County
Lrooke
Matcana
Baker City
Baker County
Weaher Bureou
Wallowa
Wathowa County
Te J. Coverstone
Tragic hit endures in Sandpoint fatal train incident
William Jarrett aged 35, a fireman aboard a Great Northern locomotive, was struck and killed in Sandpoint Idaho while reportedly intoxicated. The accident occurred near the railroad crossing and authorities investigated as a fatality attributed to railway danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Jarrett
Great North |Orm
Sandpoint
Idaho
Sta
Irvine's Buchu Wafers Cure Kidney Troubles
Advertisement-style note promotes Irvine's Buchu Wafers as a remedy for kidney troubles. Claims quick relief and a lasting cure, with emphasis on blood purification. Mentions Holt et 600 a box by Tallman, Co at 120 Main Street Pendleton Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irvine
Holt
Tallman, & Co
Main Street
Pendieton, Or
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FC. Orman, & Mutton Buyer
Gillam County
Arlington
Oxman
Montans Ranges
San Prandeco
Uele Wood
E.T. Wade & Son
P.O. den
Pendicton
Ose
E. C. DeWitt & Co
Idewitt
Tallman ¢& Ca
Nae
Cthicago Steep Market
Weather Bureau
Ayr
Oregon
Devil's Island
Miter
Napier
Bugles
Pendleton Drug Co
Dringelei
W. Bo Dray
EB. Hinver
Salt Lake
M L. Hatten
Salem
P. F. Marques
Porthand
Pre Rogers Portland
William Maher
C. B. Allen
Luke
East Oregonian
California Pig Syrup Co
Sonning
The
W.D. Fletcher
Court Street
Alexander
Sanitary Barber Shop
the Eagle
Hotel ST. George
Eagle Bath
SAR Hotel
ST. George
J. H. Estes
Fairbanks-Morse
Fairbanks, Morse & Co
Oregon Lumber Yard
Court House
Howe Main
Crecey
Collins
Robinson
the Fair Department
Pendleton, Oregon
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