Mrs Myers to travel 400 miles by dog sled to Fairbanks
Mrs R R Myers of Fairbanks Alaska, previously of Baker City, visits Hotel St George today en route to the north. She will journey by Valdez to Fairbanks in a dog sled over Alaskan ice about four hundred miles, a trek taking two to three weeks depending on weather. Social life in Fairbanks is lively with two daily papers and a thriving business scene.
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Valdez
Fairbanks
R. R. Myers
Alaska
Hotel
United States
Portland
Seattle
Myers
Walla Walla
Baker City
Bull Delivers Street Drama Aiming for Chinatown
A market day stunt turned chaotic when a bull, led by M. Richardson, escaped during a livestock procession on Main Street. The animal veered toward Chinatown’s lanterns before breaking free from a rope and causing a brief stampede as bystanders attempted to intervene. After moments of chaos, the bull agreed to be escorted again.
Early warning on cold symptoms urges prompt action
The urgent advice notes that the moment cold symptoms appear is the best time to act. Delaying can allow a mild illness to become stubborn and harder to cure, with each wasted hour potentially extending suffering by days. Take decisive steps now.
Poor Farm Inmate Identified As Body Found Near Bingham Station
George Ward, an elderly man once housed at Uma tilla county poor farm, was identified by Joe McDill, superintendent, as the deceased found in an old cabin near Bingham Station. Ward had left the facility about a week ago after an unspecified dispute. no relatives or further details are known.
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George Ward
McDill
Bingham Station
Umatilla County
Joe McDill
Poor Farm
Ward
US Imports and Tea Prices in 1904 Compared to 1864
A brief notice notes that US imports in 1904 show little growth over 1864 and comments on cheap tea quality. It mentions a grocer policy of money-back refunds if customers are unsatisfied with Schilling tea, and signs off with a playful closing.
Belgium Exposition of 1910 Opens World Markets for American Goods
Baron Moncheur transmits details of the Brussels Universal and International Exposition to begin in April 1910 and run at least six months. The plan divides entries by national sections to showcase American products and strengthen exports, with emphasis on meat, cereals, and patented designs. Total U S exports to Belgium last year neared 50 million dollars with broad manufacturing representation.
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Baron Moncheur
Washington
Brussela
Argentina
Europe
Milan
Italy
Belgium
Divide the Honors High School Basketball Mixed Results
The Pendleton high school boys beat La Grande Commercial 25 to 10 while the girls lost 12 to 10 after a rough, foul filled game officiated poorly by the visiting official. Pendleton led 12 to 6 at halftime and repeated the margin in the second half. The next Friday the high school teams face the University of Oregon.
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la Grande Commercial Club
la Grande Girls
la Grande
Pendleton Girls
Pendleton
Lester Means
University
University of Oregon
Wheat Seeding Up In Nye Area Due To Transport Links
J. B. Stanton of Nye, visiting during sales days, reports markedly increased wheat seeding this fall and winter. He cites the Pilot Rock branch of the O R N as providing good transportation, eight miles from Pilot Rock to Nye, and notes farmers expect to raise more grain of all kinds. The Nye country is well suited to wheat and the current crop is in excellent condition.
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J. B. Stanton
Nye
Pilot Rock
Chicago Saloon Signatures Pave Open Sundays Drive
Chicago saloonmen report 168062 signatures on petitions backing Sunday openings in the city. Organizers press for votes and policy changes to allow weekend service in liquor establishments amid public debate and civic friction.
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Chicago
Windy City
Jury Cannot Reach Verdict in Hanga Case
After 39 hours of deliberation the jury could not decide Joseph Hanga's guilt or innocence and was discharged by Judge Bean. District Attorney Phelps said Hanga would be retried likely at the April term. Foreman Wilder gave the jurors position, showing an initial split and final 10 to 2 for acquittal.
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Hanga
Gost
Joseph Hanga
Bean
Haaga
Phelps
Oregon
Foreman Wilder
F. M. Kent
Milton
William Caldwell
No Democrats File as Republicans Seek Nominations
Justice of the Peace Joe Parkes and county surveyor J W Kimbrell have filed nominating petitions and will seek reelection in June. Both are Republicans and no Democratic candidate for county office has filed a petition to date.
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Justice of the Peace
Joe Parkes
J. W. Kimbrell
Skating on Wallowa Lake Draws Large Parties
Ed Eben visiting from Joseph Jeila leads big skating gatherings on Wallowa Lake. Groups of 200 to 400 people enjoy the clear ice six to eight inches thick. Coffee booths operate on the ice center as locals and visitors travel from surrounding areas for recreation.
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Ed Eben
Joseph Jeila
Wallowa Lake
St Valentine Ball Planned At Armory By Local Committee
A public St Valentine ball replaces the usual party dance next Thursday evening at the armory. A special committee led by Corporal Williard Bond handles arrangements and aims to ensure a successful event.
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Williard Bond
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Standard Grocery Co
KR. BR. Myers
Chinatown
Tallman & Co
Schilling
Pendleton Creamery Co
Commercial National Bank United]states Depository
St. Valentine's Dance
Fic Syrup Co
Roosevelt
Boston
Pendleton, Oregon
United States Depository
National Bank Act
Frank B. Clopton & CO
E. Court, St., Pendleton, Ore
Blue Bell Medicine Co., Incorporated
Isa Bane
Watertown
Dakota
F. Colesworthy
Carlond
Haddorff
Marshall
Wendell’s
Lesters
Edison
Columbia
Victor
Main St
Eilers Piano House
East Oregonian
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