Oregonvany News Roundup From August 27 1902
In Pendleton fires are increasingly frequent with questions over culprit causes and police protection. The California Republican convention shows Harvey Gauge facing graft accusations. Teddy Roosevelt remains a national figure with prospects of future presidency. Pendleton boasts a strong Inland Empire baseball field and high league standing. Idaho train robbers and Elks thefts draw attention to fraternal corruption, with calls to punish criminals to the full extent of the law. Fire department delays at the old brewery fire cost the city about 240 dollars, plus 100 per extra alarm, as sawdust removal and insurance issues hindered extinguishing. Southern Oregon faces range disputes. stock and sheepmen are urged to maintain balance as federal action looms. Time will decide who is right in ongoing disputes.
American iron industry praised by British commission report
The British Iron Trade Association commission report, received by the U S State Department, lauds American iron production gains from 1865 to 1901. It highlights the United States producing 15,878,000 tons in 1901, outpacing Germany and Great Britain combined, and credits American ingenuity, transport innovations, and risk-taking for its growth.
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British Iron Trade Association
United States
State Department
Washington
Germany
Great Britain
Europe
Atlantic
Commission
San Francisco
Immigration figures show record landings and questions on desirability
Complete figures from Commissioner Sargent show 648 743 immigrants landed in the year ending June, versus 487 915 the prior year, a near record. The report notes the Civil War era saw heavier immigration and asks whether a higher inflow is desirable, given many settle in urban centers rather than rural areas.
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Sargent
Pinkham Vegetable Compound Aids Kidney Trouble Hope
Mrs Louise Gibson of Chicago testifies that six bottles of Lydia E Pinkhams Vegetable Compound and accompanying Pills cured her kidney trouble and headaches after years of suffering. She urges others to seek confidential advice from Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts claiming the remedy has helped thousands of women with female troubles.
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Louise M. Gibson
Lydia E. Pinkham
Louise Gibson
Langley Ave
Chicago
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