Explosion at Dupont Powder plant kills five workers
A blast at the Dupont Powder company works near Boyles north of Birmingham, Alabama instantly killed five laborers. The force was felt for miles as workers were blown to atoms. At San Francisco offices, Western Pacific Railroad denies plans to extend to Los Angeles or Port Ireland. Senator Gallinger introduces a joint Oklahoma and Indian Territory statehood bill with a prohibition on Hyver av a sales for 21 years.
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San Francisco
Los Angeles
Port Inand
Dupont Powder Company
Boyles
Birmingham
Ala
Gallinger
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Willim Thompooh
Shelbyville
Ind
Hin Wold
Thompson
Indianapolis
Northwest News Highlights From Eugene To Astoria
In Eugene Victor Fitener and William Covery await trial for alleged robbery of farmer W. W. Scott after a drunken incident. Astoria elects J. W. Suprenate mayor for a third term with no opposition in the 11th vote. Aberdeen plans 500 jote acres adjoining $25 000 tract to be platted and marketed. A Sixth street gulch bridge is to be built. Wallowa County reports a dramatic rise in assessed land value from $1 ,911,185 to $4 ,691,615 this year. Portland ships a large wheat cargo 215,609 bushels on the British steamer Ep to St Vincent for Kerr, Gifford & Co valued at $140,000.
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Eugene
Victor Fitener
William Covery
W. W. Scott
J. W. Suprenate
Astoria
Aberdeen
T.o
Sixth Street
Wallowa County
Secretary of State
Portland
St. Vincent
Kerr, Gifford & Co
Custom House
Schilling's Best Delivers Value With Money Back Promise
The Schilling's Best line is promoted as a healthy choice for shoppers offering a money back guarantee. The campaign emphasizes quality and savings across grocery items with a reimbursement offer.
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Schilling's
No More Malt For Cows In Seattle Milk Supply
Seattle authorities warn dairymen under the city milk ordinance that after January 1 only dry malt may be fed to milch cows supplying the city. Milk inspector Woodcock to arrest violators. contest centers on city’s right to regulate cow feed. Medical authorities say wet malt harms milk quality and consumer safety.
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Seattle
Woodepark
Board of Health
Woodcock
Ghosts at Frazer Theatre December 16
Critics clash over Henrik Ibsen's Ghosts as a moral drama with Sinful inheritance theme. Audiences, drawn by Hedda, await the Harry Matern company presentation at Frazer Theatre on Saturday night December 16.
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Ade
Thhaen
Thien
Ghorte
Harry Mestayer
the Frazer
Bridge Inspected by Judge Bean and Walker Near Freewater
Judge Bean and Commissioner Horace Walker inspected the Tumalum bridge north of Freewater and attended probate work in Milton. The 100 foot wooden span will open December 20 and cost about 2500 dollars, replacing a crossing once known for drownings and narrow escapes.
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Walker
Tumalum
Bean
Horace Walker
Milton
Freewater
Thie
Irving's Bucks Wafers offer kidney disease cure claim
Irving's Bucks Wafers are advertised as a universal remedy for kidney ailments from back pain to Bright's Disease. The ad asserts a proven cure and confidence in their effectiveness, sold for 25 cents per box by Tallman & Co. at 23 Main St in Pendleton Oregon.
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Irving
Tallman & Co
Pendleton
Ore
Hard Coal Miners Seek Union Demands After March 31 1906
A detailed report from Shamokin Pa describes the United Mine Workers preparing for a convention to set terms for post March 31 1906 in coal mines. Delegates aim to secure union recognition, an eight hour day, uniform pay, and specific employment terms, with a conference to be sought with operators. The convention may run ten days with potential for a strike if talks fail.
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Shamokin
Materonttia
Opera Hoope
Dathriele Dieteioi
Kiwi
Idtekawanna
Mellon
United Miners
United
John d. Mitchell
Anthracht
OHO
IP Yeniderit Roosevelt
Toplex
Nicholls
Bright future for that portion at Cambriitew Idaho
Hovel agent Vdhato and TC Reid relocate, plan permanent residence and hire property, with alfalfa seedings. W. P. Walker notes advances in land deals near Cambriitew, including a section purchased for farming and potential profits.
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Vdhato
TC Reid
Thie Maes
Cambriitew
Idaho
I. M. Wattons
Jim Cambria
Idnahe
Bao
Watree
W. P. Walker
Gregor
Warrants Issued For Riley On Horse Theft Charge
A warrant was issued this afternoon for Riley in the case of Jack Milny’s alleged horse theft. John McCourt presiding, with John F L Temple Jr lawyered, alleges Riley previously worked for Temple. Riley is expected to be arrested this afternoon after authorities found saddle gear and horse equipment sold to junk dealers and a horse reportedly sold.
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Jack Milny
John McCourt
John FL Temple, Jr
Riley
Tle Fm
Temple
Altea
University Glee and Mandolin Clubs to Perform
The Morning Oregonian praises the University of Oregon Glee and Mandolin clubs calling them better music and singers. The 10-member group will perform here on Wednesday, December 20 at Fraser Auditorium.
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Lniversity
Morning
Oregonlian
Portland
University of Oregon
Fraser Unearer
Football tournament postponed after players’ agreement
The football tournament scheduled for last night was not held due to a lack of full agreement among players. It is likely to be rescheduled for next week.
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Enly Agemente
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