Global turmoil and political plots swirl in quirky news
A jumble of political chatter and odd reports includes claims of unprecedented earthquakes and a vast Tammany Hall reconciliation before a looming presidential race. Notices also mention shipyard work for the International Mercantile Marine Company, a Cheyenne girl pursuing music studies, and a Russianization plan for Manchuria. An impostor claiming to be an agent of Senator Hanna collected funds from Southern blacks to influence pension legislation.
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Treasury
Gaius
Ilit le
Estains Silcht
Tammany Hal
International Mercanti+ Marine Company
Marc Buchanan
Cheyenne
Hohetian
Manchuria
Nezro
Mithvet
Hanna
Medford Fruit Crops and Local News Highlights
In Medford the fruit crop is described as the greatest in district history with the first shipment of Bartlett pears planned for next Monday. Oregon G A members at the national encampment in San Francisco back General John C. Black for commander. Rubert Howard, engineer on the meaner Arrow, was severely attacked at Seattle dock. Ed Rogers, head cook, felled him with a heavy cleaver. A skeleton near a murder scene in Virginia City, Montana is identified by a rusted revolver as connected to James Mew Laughlin’s 1856 murder. Moran Brothers shipyard in Seattle reports the instant death of Courage from a 6 foot fall. a companion also fell but survived. Grayback mountains caves in Grant's Pass attract more visitors as their endless passages and stalactites are praised as the West's wonders.
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Medford
Oregon G. A
San Francisco
John C. Black
Pensions
Rubert Howard
Ed Rogers
Seattle
Rogers
Howard
James Mew Laughlin
Virginia City
Fenran C
Moran Brothers
Nebraske
Graylack Mountain
HOTEL ARRIVALS AND TOLEDO DRUGTALE LIST
Hotel arrivals list numerous names with cities including Portland Spokane San Francisco and Huntington. The Toledo drug tale advert contains a fake oath about Hall's Catarrh Cure and a testimonial-laden note for Cheney Co.
Lodging House for Sale in City Best Furnished Rooms
A city lodging house with 20 fully furnished rooms is offered for sale. The lease runs eight years and nine months, subject to a mortgage and cash purchase only. Enquiries are directed to this office. Also advertised are remedies for sick headache indigestion and constipation with claims of skin improvement and money-back guarantees. Free samples available from W H Hooker Co and W Schmidt Co druggists in Buffalo.
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W. H. Hooker & Co
Buffalo
F. W. Schmidt & Co
One Hundred Thirty Head Percheron and Norman Horses Sold
Ridge and vicinity reports auctions of 130 plus head of Percheron and Norman horses with prices from 32.50 to 45 per head. Purchases include 140 head nearby in Alba and Ukiah area, with buyers Charles E Hoover and John I Cox delivering to Echo. Weather notes say rain is badly needed for range, threshing to begin this week, and wheat yields around five bushels an acre in places.
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Aiden Aux
Stark
Atierta
Canada
Fletcher
Rider Post
F. Ogte
Athena
Fre Watner
PE Fintcher
Taylor Family Tonight at Shields Park Proves Crowd Pleasing
The Taylor family of eight will perform in musical numbers at Shields Park tonight. The youngest is 0 years old and others range from 1 to 17, all trained singers. A prize drawing occurs tomorrow night as crowds enjoyed last night’s showcase of amateur acts led by Castile, Murry, and Baby Owens.
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Shields Park
Taylor
Week
Nelsin
Eptire
Pari
Nighu
Amsteur
Castile
Murry
Baby Owens
Farm Accident Leaves Man Severely Injured At County Farm
S C Robertson injured while fixing gearing on a farm machine. Horses started, he was dragged and flesh torn from left arm. He was brought to Walla Walla and is under care of Dr Shew. Bentley & Hartman advertise wheat farms stock ranches and city property for sale with prices. Dr King's New Life Pills touted as relief in a local ad.
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S. C Robertson
Mr. Witt
Walla Wallin
River Call
Bentley & Hartman
Acker's Blood Elixir Advertised In Houston Paper
An 19th century ad touts Acker's Blood Elixir as a cure for chronic blood poisoning and scrofula. It claims a matchless tonic and purifier, with a money back guarantee if dissatisfied. The product is offered by Schmidt & Co., druggists, Bridget.
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Acker
Schmidt & Co
First Chinese Baby Born in Spokane Draws Attention
Sam Chong and wife announce the birth of Little Sam Mel Kin on September 6 at 825 Main Avenue. The event, the first Chinese baby born in Spokane, will celebrate with a Chinese christening attended by relatives and friends. Guests are expected to bring gifts from ruby clothes to rattles and money for the child’s future.
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Sam Mel Kin
Towa
Sam Chong
Main Avenue
Spokane
Arlene Gon
Sat Kin
Eho
Join Our Piano Union for Quick, Cheap Instrument Access
A sales pitch from Therkelsen's Piano House at 816 E Court St promotes joining a ten member piano union. Prospective buyers pay 1000 down and 1000 monthly with a plan that lowers each member's price by 1 per cent as the union fills. The offer claims a regular 300 instrument could drop to 200 through the scheme, emphasizing limited availability during a dull season and an 18 payment plus exchange contract.
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Witchev
Therkelsen
E. Court Street
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Wright Portland
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