Pendleton chosen for branch asylum over Baker City
The article argues Pendleton is superior for the branch asylum citing central location lower transport costs and better climate. It notes Bakerites attack Acting Governor Bowerman as opposition grows but asserts Pendleton’s site offers savings and suitable facilities at Oliver Place ranch near Pendleton.
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Baker City
Pendleton
Idaho
Oregon
Baker
State Board
Salem
Astern
Oregon Federal Court
State Supreme Court
Branch Insane Hospital
Bowerman
Oliver Place
Union
Roundup stockholders to meet on permanent grounds site
At the Commercial association rooms tomorrow night the stockholders of the Roundup will meet for the important purpose of selecting a site for a permanent grounds for the big frontier show. Contrary to impression that prevail the permanent site for the Round-up has not yet been chosen. Some recommendations have.
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Commercial Association
Round-Up site vote urged for stockholders meeting
East Oregonian urges stockholders to vote after weighing costs and advantages of each proposed site. It stresses obtaining complete data to avoid discord among Round-up workers and boosters, preserving local patriotism, and backing the Round-up regardless of the chosen site. Let there be collective support once the majority speaks.
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East Oregonian
Roberts on liquor question from Iowa experience
The East Oregonian publishes a personal communication from George R. Roberts who has just returned from Iowa. He discusses prohibition and licensed saloons, noting reasons people grew tired of prohibition and illicit trade. The paper plans to compare Pendleton's experience with licensed saloons starting January 1 and seeks judgment on whether licensing offers a better solution.
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Roberts
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Pendleton
Dr. Pierce
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Buffalo
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Geptam
World's Dispensary Medical Association
Dullalo, N
Use the Water Here Urges Umatilla Extension
A local plea argues that if the U S government declines to extend the Umatilla project landowners should irrigate now unused flood waters. Pendleton area could irrigate up to 100000 acres of dry farmland, utilizing government water rights or risk forfeiture. The writer links project extension to preserving rights and hints at gains elsewhere.
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United States
Umatilla
Pendleton
Acting Governor Bower explains site for branch asylum
Pendleton displays sharp advertisements as Acting Governor Bower defends selecting this location for the branch asylum. Doubtless Bakerites would haveshut up if given the chance, as the decision draws scrutiny and local opinion shifts amid the discourse.
Pendleton Plans Summer Paving Project But Noted At 15 Miles
The town of Pendleton announces a major paving effort planned for the coming summer, aiming to complete about 15 miles of roadwork to improve transportation and infrastructure. Local officials urge residents to anticipate detours and increased traffic during the project period.
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Pendleton
Baker's Tea Scheme Sparks Lingering Regret
In a clipped line of dialogue the Baker speaks of a scheme that aimed to "want alge" but the remark ends with a note of rueful resignation. The excerpt hints at a failed plan and the speaker's disappointment.
Pendleton Saloon Transformation Under Way
Union County notes Hot Lake status as a backdrop while a saloon transformation proceeds. Local chatter hints that all good things head toward Pendleton, with residents watching the project’s progress and impact.
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Union County
Pendleton
Chinaman's Sense of Humor and a Globe-Trotter's Tale
A New York Tribune excerpt features Frederick Inham, a popular novelist famed for travel, answering if orientals have a sense of humor. He recalls a Pacific crossing at Hoepaluku with 24 hours ashore, a servant mishearing “lock the door” while discussing safety of belongings, and quips about missionaries aboard. The piece closes with a critique praising Adam as benefactor and noting labor's curse.
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Frederick &. Inham
Hoepaluku
Pacific
Mark Twain Slippers Testimonial Letter to Lyte
In a playful 1889 letter, Mark Twain and Gillette describe a pair of embroidered slippers meant as a humorous memento for Elale Leslie Lyte. Twain jokes about artistry, passenger cars, and curious reactions from brakemen, urging Lyte to wear the slippers privately as a token of friendship and affection.
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Mark Twain
Elale Leslie Lyte
Lord Rauntleroy
Hartford
Eleie
Twain tale of borrowing books and the house rule
A neighbor lets Twain read books in his library but refuses to lend them. Weeks later Twain asks to borrow the neighbor's book, but he replies he cannot leaving the house. Twain agrees to read it there, noting his own rule about not letting books leave his home.
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Mark Twain
Mark
Mark Twain and Livy Langdon in Elmira linked to The Innocents Abroad
The article recounts Mark Twain meeting Charles Langdon and Oliva Langdon in Smyrna, his Elmira ties, Livy Langdon editing during a winter, and the 1860 publication and rapid success of The Innocents Abroad, including a February 2 1870 wedding gift and rising sales reaching about 100 000 copies by year three.
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Mark Twain
Elmira
Charles Langdon
Bay of Smyrna
Oliva Langdon
New York
Langdon
Livy Langdon
Hile
Clemena
Norwingrian Schooner Loots 1000 Tons Iron Ore at Port Wrilo
Consul Fleming reports from Yar mouth that a Norwingrian schooner looted 1000 tons of iron ore at Port Wrilo Nova Scotia early in December for the United States. This marks the first large shipment from a newly developed mine. An old toast laments fortune and friendship on ascent.
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Fleming
Yarmouth
Port Wrilo
Nova Scotia
United States
French win at Mulhameen and other 19th century events
A compilation of historical notes: French victory at Mulhameen. Gravy fortification surrender to Pichegru after a two month blockade. British capture of a Spanish vessel with 200000 dollars and indigo. Prussia to open coasting trade with England. key resignations and political moves. Confederate attack at Vicksburg. Hood’s Tennessee crossing. Payrex Mexico bounty. Moorhy Clark death. Alfonso XII's proclamation. Hayes anniversary. European earthquake shocks. Lord Roberts critique of British army. Messina disaster condolences. Amoy Chinese interest in Philippine woods. Buenos Aires to Tupiza rail route now four days.
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Gravy
Pichegru
Prussia
England
John HB. Floyds
Vicksburg
Sherman
Hood
Tennessee River
Tennessee
Payrex
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Moohy Clark
Richmond
Alfonso XII
Spain
Hayes
Whate House
Austria
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Italy
Messina
Hood's Sarsaparilla Versus Nervous Prostration
Miss Minerva Reminger of Upper Bern Pennsylvania describes years of nervous prostration and poor appetite until Hood's Sarsaparilla restored strength, claiming cured. The ad touts blood purification as the reason for nerve relief and promotes liquid and Sarsapabs tablet forms.
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Upper
Bern
Hood
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