FIELD SCHOOL WON TAG DAY CONTEST
Field School reports Tag Day raised 200.25 for the library fund reaching toward 2000. Washington and Chester Penn led with top sales. Alma Harrik’s room netted 16.410 while Flora Walker’s room netted 15. The event included Knights of Pythias and local donors contributing tokens.
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Field School
Brough
Washington School Secord
Chester Bown
W. P. Templedoll
Knights of Pythias Sulearile
8. A. Lowell
Mise Alma Harrik
Mie Flore Walker
Washington School
Insanity on the Increase in Japan Reported in Seattle
Seattle dispatch reports rising insanity cases in Japan citing Dr. Saito, director of the hospital for the insane, with details on the mental health situation and concerns over treatment and admissions.
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Japan
Seatle, Wash
Dr. Saito
Hospital For the
American Tobacco Company Declared Illegal Trade Conspiracy
New York December 1. The American Tobacco Company was found to be an illegal combination in restraint of trade in the final decree of the government suit filed in the United States circuit court. The company is enjoined from engaging in interstate trade in tobacco or any of its products or articles used in connection with the tobacco trade. An appeal will be taken.
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New York
Amerie Tabbaco
United States
Cnurt
Unclear fragmentary report from Tokio city visit
Text shows a fragmented quote about Japan's rapid changes and a person traveling from Tokio to Berlin. The passage references civilization sweeping the country and people struggling to conform, but contains many garbled phrases and missing context.
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Tokio
Japan
Berlin
Deserter William McDonough Held Before Trial
William McDonough a pay clerk on the battleship Missouri sits aboard the prison ship Manila at Mare Island awaiting trial on desertion charges. He allegedly left Amboy China to visit his sweetheart in San Francisco, wrote a resignation, vanished for weeks, and was arrested before reaching the gangplank on the transport Thomas.
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Vries
William McDonough Deseria
Amboy
Ching
San Francisco
William McDonough
Manila
Mare Island
McDonough
China
Thomas
McDon
New Postmasters for Oregon Towns Named by President
Washington Doc 1h The president today nominated postmasters for Oregon towns including R Chamb rods Arelta Wares W Merrell Bend J XN Baskett Freewater Edaar Hor revert The Dailies G M Rieher La Crande.
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Washington
Oregon
R. Chambrods
Arelta
Wares
W. Merrell
Bend
J. XN. Baskett
Freewater
Edaar Horrevert
G. M. Rieher
la Crande
New York Meeting Names National Civic Federation Honorary Chairman
In New York on December, U Taft was to be named honorary national chairman at a meeting of the women's department of the National Civic Federation. Horace Brock of Philadelphia was elected chairman.
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New York
Taft
Women’s Department
Horace Brock
Philadelphia
Will of Henry Molstrom Admitted to Probate
The will of Henry Molstrom, a former county farmer, has been admitted to probate. It provides that, except for $16.00 each given to four children Joan, Abramsim T., Mary Nelson, and Annie Littlejohn, the estate remains with the widow for her use during her life and then to be shared equally among the children.
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Henry Molstrom
Chilldren
Joan
Abrvitsim T
Mary Nelson
Annie Littlejohn
Mystery over widowship alters Hogan estate
In Milton Michigan a probate court order declares Jane Hogan the sole lawful widow of Charles Hogan and that Gathering Hogan was never his wife. Charles Hogan’s estate, valued above $2000, will pay Jane $38 weekly. The case uncovered a second marriage, relatives, and a prior life in the east. An agreement pays the second wife $100 to relinquish all claims. a final hearing is set for January.
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Jane Hogan
Charlevoix Mich
Charles Hogan
Milton
N. A. Davis
Hank
Hogan
East
Hognnas
Washington Wheat Country
Davis
Mr. Davis
West
Hoga Judd
Hogin
Probate Court
Ecmnetime
Discovered Body of Chief Biggey in San Francisco Bay
The body of Chief of Police Biggey, missing since the night of November 34, was found in San Francisco Bay near Contilwid. He was towed to Mission Street where deputies arrived. The finding ends rumors he fled the country and discredits the theory he drowned. A revolver in his coat is believed linked to Kell.
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Higgey
Prom
Paroho
Denver
Palse
San
Findtnatas
Biggey
Kell
Rigey
King of England Seriously Ill, Royal Physician Concerned
Reports from inquest sources state the royal physician is deeply concerned over the king’s condition. The monarch shows awareness by transferring many government responsibilities to the Prince of Wales.
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King OF
England
Lomwon, Dee, Ii
Prince of Wales
Foreclosure Auction Sells Northeastern Telephone Rights
Portland Me Dec 15 Under decrees of foreclosure and sale the North eastern Telephone company property rights and franchises will be sold at public auction Somerrow. The upset price is $275000.
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Portland
Tn Porthend
Mathew Else
Northeastern Telephone Company
Famous Saddias horse Twelone held in Pendleton care
Twelone the famed northwest saddle horse, long a prizewinner and crowd favorite, is among animals held in Pendleton under Receiver W. L. Thompson after seizure in the city. Coolune, sold by Spokane owner J. D. Mason to Tolaho handlers, was also in Thompson’s charge and later appeared on Pendleton streets ridden by Mason, drawing notable attention for his action and carriage.
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Northwest
Pendleton
Wil Thompson
J. D. Mason
Spokane
Tolaho Awindlers
Jo Thompson
Mason
Idaho horse swindle case nears settlement in court
Testimony is heard in the Idaho horse swindle case as the lengthy suit with many plaintiffs and horse owners unfolds. The delay stems from numerous victims and involved claims, but officials indicate settlement should finish within the next day or two.
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Elreuit
Idaho
Senate Feels Mixed on Panama Canal Purchase Tale
The senate reacted with laughter during the reading of the message about the Panama Canal purchase. Vice President Fairbanks called for order, but after the personal portion, the chamber paid little attention and did not hear the purchase details.
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Senate
Panama
Fairbanks
Roosevelt press calls for Pulitzer prosecution over Panama canal claims
President Roosevelt urges Congress to prosecute Joseph Pulitzer publisher of the New York World for alleged defamation tied to the Panama Canal purchase. He transmits records, rebuts Indianapolis News charges, and accuses Pulitzer of corrupt slander intended to smear the government. The message notes no proof supports the allegations and cites potential government action.
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Warshington
Joxoni Pulsteer
New York World For Life
Panama Canal
Mivosevelt
Congress
Ant
Gobebeif
Indiaepolis
Seurritong
Delius
Falee
Delavan Smith
Indianapolis News
Pulitzer
Citisen
Ibel
Metsige
Charles Taft
Douglas Robinsom
Taft
Robinson
Kristanes
Ithele
Palitvéer
Attormeny
Fourteen Initiated by Athena Encampment of Odd Fellows
Fourteen candidates were initiated by the Athena Encampment of Odd Fellows in that city last evening with several local brothers attending. Following the work, an elegant banquet was served by the lodge. Attending from Pendleton were Montie RB Gwinn G. W. Bradley Fred W. Hendley Tom Keller Phi Op Arlen K.O. Hawkes H. J. Taylor and A. Nowberry.
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Athena
Odd Fellows
Lodge
Pendleton
Montie RB
Gwinn
G. W. Bradley
Fred W.W. Hendley
Tom Keller
Phi Op Arlen
K.O. Hawkes
H. J. Taylor
A. Nowberry
Husband Granted Divorce From Cruel Spouse
Judge Bean grants divorce to ROP. McCullouch from Lillian McCullough after she was alleged to be cruel. Default and judgment entered in Taylor Hardware Company vs. Chris Stamull.
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Bean
Rop. McCullouch
Lillian McCullough
Bank Robbers Blow Safe Open In Oklahoma Heist
In McAlester Oklahoma on December 16 a First National Bank branch in Eufaula was blown open with dynamite. The thieves secured about $16,000 in gold and the amount taken may rise in reports. Local investigators probe the daring daytime theft.
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McAlester
Okla
First National Bank
Eufala
Oklahoma
Kisses Dead Friend Cause Of Serious Illness In Tacoma
Tacoma on December 15 reports Pres. F. E Kilgore and his wife, wife of a musician, are seriously ill with erysipelas. Doctors say infection resulted from kissing a young woman after death, causing nose infection and severe facial swelling.
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Tacoma
Wash
F. E Kilgore
Ministers Back Hanson Push Against Meadows Racing
Washington reports the Methodist ministerial organization joins Senator Ole Hanson in the fight to block racing at the Meadows next year. Expect lobbyists at the state legislature next month as Hanson holds steady after receiving 350 letters from ministers pledging support.
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Washington
Methodist Ministerial Organization
Ole Hanson
Meadows
Hanson
Governor Chamberlain Sees Value in Conservation Congress
Governor George B. Chamberlain, touring from Washington to Salem, lauded the National Conservation Congress and endorsed a permanent national commission. He said Oregon would benefit from rivers and harbors work, and Oregon's state conservation plans would gain allies amid federal support. The congress endorsed state commissions to protect water rights and resources, and Chamberlain noted the president’s warm welcome during his trip.
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Oregon
Natinal Conservation Commission
George B. Chamberlain
Salem
Washington, D.C
Chamberlain
Congress
Conservation Congress
Cannon
State Conservation Commission
How the Clerk Earns His Salary in Our County
County Clerk Saling released a year end tally for the year to November 30 2008 detailing circuit court cases probate records guardianships and journal pages. The report notes 272 circuit court cases 13 insane cases 19 marriage licenses and 667 hunting licenses with total office receipts of 3986.55. Population 20 000 valuation 25 159 227 70 continues with 40 road districts 109 school districts and 11 towns with municipal government.
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Saling
Salem
Circuit Court
Circuit Court Journal
Commissioners' Court
Echo's Mayor Recovers From Puzzling Foot Injury
Louis School Jr. mayor of Echo was injured to his right foot while hunting on the Emuntila meadow Sunday. He trudged through the meadows and became very lame. Local doctors find the injury puzzling and may call in Portland specialists for consultation. Friends doubt he will lose the use of the foot.
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Louis School, Jr
Echo
Emuntila
Scholl
Pendleton
Portland
School
Knights of Pythias Hold Annual Roll Call Meeting
The Knights of Pythias held their annual roll call meeting with a large attendance. The evening featured a social session and many membership applications were received. A lunch was served.
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Knights of Pythias
Educational Ally at Pilot Rock Rally Urges Tailored School Paths
State Superintendent J Ackerman told Pilot Rock rally that children vary in temperament and ability, needing distinct education paths in mechanics, literature or professions, and business. County Supt Welles backed prudent school spending as $100,000 annual maintenance. The meeting drew many parents, featured pupil participation, a male quartet, and a banquet after. Ackerman and Welles then headed to Ferndale for another rally that evening.
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Pilot Rock
Ackerman
Fo K K. Welles
Phat Rock
Messrs. Akers
Owens
Sanders
Welles
Lo. C. F. Hall
Ferndale
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