Holdman Happenings Holiday Social Notes and News
Holdman Oregon reports a holiday week of visits to Weston by C F Cunningham John Weikte Albert Perceil Ralph Hazlett and Lillian Hazlett. Christmas trees and programs at Holdman and North Holdman led by teachers Ethel Thompson and Miss Inez Scott drew three hours of events. A misbehaving guest marred the season with liquor, while revival meetings and expanding telegraph line work bring progress. Weather and slick roads hinder travel as residents reminisce better conditions than Weston.
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Holdman, Ore
Holdman
Weston
C. F. Cunningham
John Weikte
Albert Perceil
Ralph
Lillian Hazlett
North Holdman
Ethel Thompson
Salem
Oregon
Inez Scott
Mississippi
Ephone Line
J. 1. Conner
Philomath College
Philomath
U. B. Church
FS. McCrea
Pendleton
Five Minutes to Relief from Indigestion with Diapepsin
A faded ad touts Pape s Diapepsin as a quick cure for indigestion and stomach misery. It claims relief within five minutes, describes symptoms like sour belching and a lump in the throat, and promises a clean stomach and appetite after using the product. The copy emphasizes ease of use, candy-like tablets, and the affordable price of 50 to 60 cents.
Aerial War Wake Up Call From Lord Roberts
Lord Roberts urges England to build its own aerial war capability and train a committed staff for air machines. He warns of awaiting others experience and notes national apathy while Major Baden-Powell speaks on aviation risks. The piece ties a weather warning to a health ad for Dr King’s New Discovery.
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Lord Roberts
London
United Service Institution
Baden-Powell
England
Watsons Poem The Woman With the Serpent Tongue Sparks Controversy
London reports poet William Watson failed to secure a title or pension and blamed Violet Asquith and her stepmother for his troubles. Miss Asquith declined to present her side. Publisher John Lane will remove the poem from future editions as the siren notoriety subsides while Watson’s book remains in demand.
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Willem Watson
London
William Watson
Violet Asquith
America
Miss Asquith
John Lane
Watson
Lane
Debt-Ridden Church Sells Goods at Small Profit
The church places a manager to run the store as Jeans would, pledging no short weights and small profit. This is a new approach in the city and could inspire other debt-ridden churches. Pastor Rev. E. G. Burdette urges members to support the venture.
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Jeans
E. G. 8. Burdette
Paris Debates Opening Dog Flesh Shops For Poor
Paris faces a proposal to open shops selling dog flesh to aid the poor during a harsh winter. The prefect Lepine has not decided, drawing opposition over sanitary fears. An animal welfare deputation and Dr Fovean de Courmelles warn of health risks and urge refusal of any slaughter or sale of dog meat.
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Paris
M. Lepine
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To
The
Patrie
Fovean de Courmelles
Anti- Vivisection Society
Boy Run Over and Dies After Reaching Truck
Fifteen year old John Gabriel of 143 Weat Sixteenth Street died after being run over by a truck driven by Richard McConnell at Fourth Avenue and Ninth Street New York. Witnesses saw him rise after the wheels passed over his chest and stumble toward the wagon before collapsing and dying. The driver was arrested.
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New York
John Gabriel
Weat
Sixteenth Street
Richard McConnell
Fourth Avenue
Ninth Street
McConnell
Gabriel
Railroad to Demonstrate Dry Farming in New Mexico
Albuquerque N M it has been announced by the immigration department of the United States that 25000 or more will be spent by the railroad to demonstrate the final practicability of dry farming in the wastes of New Mexico. Hardworking homesteaders in all parts of the territory will be supplied with necessary funds and implements Professor J D Tinley of the New Mexico Agricultural College was named to take charge of the work. If the plan proves successful the railroad will endeavor to attract settlers to the possibilities of dry farming in New Mexico.
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Albuquerque
N. M
Immigration Department
Jund Fe ‘Rallrona
New Mexico
J. D.tineley
New Mexico Agriculttural College
Jama
Iry
Congregation Opens Grocery and Meat Market in Evansville
The Twelfth Avenue Baptist Church in Evansville Indiana has opened a grocery store and meat market in a building near the church. Proceeds from the sale will go toward paying off church debt estimated at about $4000. A manager has been appointed to run the operation.
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Evansville
Ind
Twelfth Avenue Baptist Church
Cape to Cairo line reaches the Congo frontier
The African World reports the Cape Cairo railway has reached the Congo frontier at Broken Hill Northern Rhodesia. The line, started in 1906, has carried regular service from Cape Town to Broken Hill for three years and now extends 110 miles into Congo frontier territory.
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London
Broken Hill
Rhodesia
Cape Cairo
Congo
Cape To Cairo
Zambesi
Cape Town
Congo Frontier
Great Copper Belt
Ruwe
Albee Weather Snow and Hay Shortage Report
Albee Oregon reports heavy northwest storm bringing five inches of snow and record cold. Hay costs rise to 10 to 15 dollars per ton, with farmers holding stock. Ice harvest underway, logs stored, and local social and financial New Year events noted. Ely Cream Balm advertisement included.
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Albee
Ore
Scott
Hidaway Springs
James Lehman
A. Quant
J. F. Brehm
J. B. Ellis
Ukiah
Arbogast Brothers
Schmidt
Viebrock
Alkali Canyon
Paul Clark
Stumps” Struthers
C. McDonald
J. Yusbaum
Chia Metteer
Helix
Camas Prairie
Farmers' Union Meetings in Oregon and Washington State
Members of the Farmers Educational and Cooperative union in Umatilla county are notified of talks by H. H. McLean of Walla Walla and state organizer Reid. Open forenoon meetings and closed afternoon sessions are planned in Milton Athena Helix Pendleton and Pilot Rock from January 3 to January 7. FP, A. Stees, State President.
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Farmers' Union
Farmers' Educational & Co-operative Union
Umatilla County
H. H. McLean
Walla Walla
Washington State
Reid
Will Apeak
Milton
Athena
Helix
Pendleton
Pilot Rock
A. Stees
Dr King's New Life Pill a Safe Health Boost
Advertises Dr Kings New Life Pills claiming relief from constipation liver and kidney issues and bowel disorders. Pills described as easy and effective priced 35 cents at Tallman & Co. Also notices unfurnished housekeeping rooms for rent in the East Oregonian building with steam heat electric lights hot and cold water bath inquire at East Oregonian office.
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Dr. King
New Life Pilla
Tallman & Co.'s
East Oregonian
Allen’s Foot-Ease powder advertised for shoes
An old advertisement promotes Allen’s Foot-Ease antiseptic powder for dancing parties patent leather shoes and new shoes. It claims instant relief for sore feet and fits riding or over shoes when needed. Sold everywhere for 25 cents with a free sample offer and a New York origin address.
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Elze
Mali
Allen
la Roy
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Levi Eldridge
Isom Bently
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Zeuske
Essen
Ber, Harris
Fraker
A. L Dunn
Pine Valley
Misa
Tallman & Co
Ailhoad Well Dry Farm
CHET
Alsinys
Lpoms Flouring Mills Co
Ely Bros
Warren Street
Rock Springs Coal
Phone Main
B. L. Burroughs
Parictel
Seventh
Stark Streets
Park Street
Portland
East Bus
Northwestern Gas & Electric Co
Matlock
D.A. May
Willow
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