Voters Urged to Support Oregon University Appropriation
Alumni of the University of Oregon urge a yes vote in June 1904 to maintain funding. They note Oregon’s low state support at 47,600 dollars plus interest, compare salaries and equipment unfavorably with other states, and highlight rising attendance despite the referendum.
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Oregon
ATL
University of Oregon
Valeré of Oregon
Eugene
Universty
University of Washington
Universty of Idaho
University of Montana
University of Colorado
University of Nevada
University of Iowa
University of Wisconsin
University of Nebraska
University of California
State of Washington
Washington
Utah
Colorado
Montana
School of Mines
University of Idaho
Oregon Agricultural College
Dance Not Evil in Itself in Sermon at First Presbyterian
Seattle February 20 Rev M A Matthews says private parlor dancing under proper supervision is not evil but public dance halls threaten morals health and self. He argues private dances may harm spiritual growth and should be avoided by self sacrificing Christians. He calls for substitution of the waltz and frames his sermon series on Drawing the Line outlining enduring moral laws and the eternal principle of right.
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Seattle
M. A. Matthews
First Presbyterian Church
Tea as royal indulgence figures in two eras
A fragment notes tea’s status as a royal indulgence two centuries ago and its continued presence. It mentions a grocer refund policy if a customer is dissatisfied and references Mikes Schilling’s Beat in connection with payments.
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Mikes Schilling
Woodmen Parade Sets Portland Rose Festival Pace
The Woodmen of the World plan a large exclusive parade day during Rose Festival week in Portland with about 40,000 members expected and numerous decorated floats. Total festival spending may exceed 100,000 with 100,000 visitors anticipated. festival committees foresee substantial expenditures by other groups. Japanese and Chinese groups prepare plans, with cherry blossoms and dragon parades each earmarked around 10,000 in expenditure.
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Ann
Fori Pirade
Prise
Fade of
Northwest
Oregon Daily Journal
Woodmen
Portland
Washington
Oregon
Wardner Mob Foiled Attempt to Seize Local Press
A Wardner Idaho mob aimed to storm the Watdier News office and assault editor W L Penny but was stopped by extra police after authorities were warned of trouble. The anti gambling battle has split the town for three months with Penny backing anti gambling and H W Vannerman for mayor. a February session failed to replace Dr Hugh France.
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Watdier News
W. L. Penny
Wardner
Idaho
H. W. Vannerman
Hugh France
Flaig
Dr. France
Vannerman
Penny
Foley's Honey and Tar cures grippe coughs
Pendleton Drug Co offers Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy claimed to cure grippe coughs and prevent pneumonia in a yellow package.
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Foley
Grippe
Pendleton Drug Co
Surprised Youth Questions Father About Mother
A youth asks his father if he took the mother, if she liked him, if she ever said yes, and if marrying him was by love. After a pause he inquires whether she was as near sighted then as now, prompting a humorous reflection on perception and romance.
Election Timeline Dates Include General and Presidential Events
A concise list outlines election related dates including May 15 for the general election, June 1 as the close, September 20 for registration reopening, October closing for a section, and November 4 for the presidential election. The items appear as a timetable of registration and voting deadlines.
Idaho Uses Native Coal At Horseshoe Bend
The Horseshoe Bend coal company plans to market local coal after a sample load reached Boise for the Boise Gas company. The vein runs over a mile long and three-quarters of a mile wide, with six veins visible and a six foot wide main seam. Henry, principal owner, envisions a large gas plant and gas piping to Boise and surrounding areas, plus coking ovens and ore handling at Pearl and other points.
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Horseshoe Bend Coal Company
Boise Capital News
Boise Gas Company
Pennsylvania
Hi Henry
Horseshoe Bend
Boise
Pearl
Convicts in Walla Walla Penitentiary Face Clothing Charges
Rev. Van Horn accuses the Walla Walla penitentiary of inadequate clothing for convicts after observing cold conditions during a prison service. Warden Reed denies the claim, noting recent shipments of 200 undergarment suits. The dispute stems from sermons in Seattle and revival services held in the prison court.
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Walla Walla
Oregon Daily Journal
van Horn
Seattle
Willa Walla
Reed
United States
Matthews Wins 2000 Verdict Against City in Sidewalk Case
Mildred A. Matthews received a 2000 verdict against the city from a jury in Judge H. Sull ivan's division of the superior court for injuries from a fall on a hole in the sidewalk at Augusta avenue and Davidson Street on July 6, 1907. The trial followed last fall in Judge Poindexter's division, with the jury out about two hours.
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Mildred A. Matthews
H. Sullivan
Superior Court
Augusta Avenue
Davidson Street
Spokesman-Review
Poindexter
Matthews
W O W Meeting Notice At Eagles Hall
All members and candidates of the W O W should attend at Eagles hall Monday night February 24 at 7 30 sharp Neighbors from Milon Weston Athena Echo Pilot Rock and La Grande will be present Head Manager Pattison will attend A banquet closes the evening J P Earl C C Attest J P Walker Clerk
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Milon
Weston
Athena
Echo
Pilot Rock
la Grande
Pattison
Grangers Endorse People’s Choice for Senate
Western Star grange No. 309 at Tangent adopted a resolution urging loyal citizens to demand and uphold the direct primary law, statement No. 1, amid concerns about press bias. The meeting drew almost full membership and was highly spirited.
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Western Star Grange
Western Star
Church union debated by Evangelical association leaders
The Oregon Daily Journal reports that ministers from United Brethren, Methodist Protestant and Evangelical branches discussed organic church union yesterday. They debated proposals for a full integration rather than mere federation of the denominations.
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H. E. Erffmeyer
Menomee Falls
Wis
Union of Churches
Chicago
H. C. Shaffer
United Evangelical Church
United Brethren
Methodist Protestant
Evangelical Association
The
Oregon Daily Journal
Federation of the
County Poor Farm Draws Trade to Marion County
The Salem Journal notes Marion County’s hospital and poor farm attract people from across Oregon and beyond. County Judge Scott has had to turn away applicants who came only to access the county’s aid and care.
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Marion County
Salem Journal
Scott
Pleasant little pills DeWitt's Little Early Risers
DeWitt is Little Early Risers pills described as pleasant and easy to take and sold by Tallman and Co. The brief ad promotes a simple, agreeable laxative remedy from a local seller.
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DeWitt
Tallman & Co
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