City Brevities and Classifieds Vary Widely in East Oregonian
A compact notice row lists offerings and requests from the East Oregonian office including dry wood and winter hats sale at Campbell's Millinery, a Sans Souci club meeting, unfurnished rooms for rent, transfer work, a cottage for rent, a housekeeper position, rental space, a Japanese cook seeking work, Petaluma incubators advertised by Goodman Hardware Co, Eldridge sewing machines guaranteed, a lost purse reward, a bookkeeper job request, and a land investment pitch seeking quick funds with profit potential.
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Campbell's
Sans Souci Club
Lee Moorhouse
East Oregonian Office
Oregonian
Goodman Hardware Co
Clell Rigin
Care Golden Rule Hotel
Address Land
Care East Oregonian
Freight Receipts Show Business Increase at La Grande
Data compiled by L. F. Mussee, Pacific Express local agent, shows freight shipments for the year ended December 31, 1997, exceeded 1906 by 3862.25 dollars. The report covers freight revenue only and does not include money order revenues, indicating expanding business in La Grande.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Grande
L. F. Mussee
Pacific Express Company
Hia
la Grande Observer
Cattleman reports mild Vinson winter with good stock
James Nelson of Vinson notes one of the mildest winters on record, delaying hay feeding. Cattle are in excellent condition and the range is favorable for the season, with little hay to feed and much likely to be held over.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Nelson
Vinson
Death of Irrigon Infant from Scarlet Fever
The one year old daughter of Mr and Mrs F C Mathews of Irrigon died there this morning from scarlet fever. News of the death was phoned to the Rader undertaking establishment. Funeral will be held in Irrigon tomorrow with a Pendleton minister to conduct the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. C. Mathews
Irrigon
Rader Undertaking Establishment
Pendleton Minsters
Apples From Pilot Rock Farm Sold To Clark & Son
J. C. Cherry of Pilot Rock delivered a wagon load of fine winter apples from his nearby farm today. The apples, of several winter varieties, were among the best seen in local markets this winter as they were disposed of to Clark and Son, the well known grocers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. c Cherry
Pilot Rock
Clark & Son
Ruef case chief counsel talks with ex Governor Gage
Ban Franeiseo Jan 23 Henry Act former Ruef attorney travelled to Los Angeles to confer with ex Governor Gage about becoming Ruef chief counsel It remains doubtful whether Gage will accept the post
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ban Frneiseo
Henry Act
Ruef
Los Angeles
Gage
Japan Destined Master of Pacific, Lectured by Stanford Professor
Stanford California January 24 Professor P J Treat of history declared in a lecture that geography will make Japan the master of the Pacific. The professor argued Japan's destiny follows from its location and naval potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Pacific
Stanford University
Calif
P. J. Treat
Stanford
Lost Ladies' Back Comb With Gold Inlays Reported
Back comb described as gold inlayed with CG M J initials, marked vil tinis. Owner advised to leave at this office for claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viltinis
M. J
Many Visitors and Local People Seen in City on Brief Trips
The city hosts a parade of visitors including William Clark of La Grande John E. Gross of Walla Walla Hugh Stanfield of Echo and C B Simonds of Freewater along with several O R N agents J H O Neill and others on business. Also noted are Dr W G Cole and Roy Shutrum of Portland with Pendleton and Adams residents visiting while local officials and business figures including J Williamson A W Marrilote and Fred Lockley move through on assignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Clark
la Grande le
John E. Gross
Walla Walla
Hugh Stanfield
Echo
W. G. Cole
Weston
Roy Shutrum
Portland
J. M. Jackson
Boise
T. A. Lieuallen
B. R. Todd
Adams
Pendleton
H. C. Bryson
J. B. Eddy
O. R. & N. Company
Jacob Hastings
Wallowa County
Milton
Blanche Slidge
Robert Forster
Charles Williamson
Harry Burke
Hermiston Independent
Baker City
John Williamson
la Grande
San
Hotel St. George
A. W. Marrilote
Smith-Premier Typewriter Company
Joe Sullivan
Charles H. Miller
Cleveland
Ohio
A. ©. Henderson
Pilot Teck
Albany
W. B. Henderson
Helix
Joshua Hopper
E. Didlon
Freewater
la Grande Observer
Morrie B. Streeter
Blanche Bryan
Oregon Theater
Assessors Do Not Agree On Property Valuation Method
A Boise Capital News report notes ongoing disagreement among county assessors and the state board of equalization over property assessment rates. The meeting opened with the cash value basis under debate, and no consensus formed on railroad valuations or a workable standard. Hastings defended fairness but provided no decisive basis.
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Instancen
Board of Equalization
Boise Capital News
Siate Treauher Hastings
Grange Leader in Spokane Socialist Congressional Talks
D. B. Kegley of Pullman, head of the Washington state grange, is discussed as a possible Socialist Party candidate for Congress in the third district. He supports postsavings banks, a parcels port system, and Initiative and Referendum. Thomas Neil of Pullman is also named as a potential Socialist nominee with a notable following.
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D. B. Kegley
Pullman
Washington State Grange
Socialist Party
Socialista
Sayn
Spokane Chronicle
Kegley
Suite Grange
Thomas Neil
Mr. Neill
Whitman County
Cane Knot of Blackberries A Disease Contagion Study
Professor Lawrence of Washington station at Pullman reports cane knot disease in blackberries as contagious by inoculation. Snyder and Himalaya varieties suffer heavily. Evergreen shows slight susceptibility. Galls appear by mid May, canes and leaves are damaged, reducing fruit. Two controls exist: remove and burn infested canes, or spray Bordeaux mixture. Early and post bloom spraying yielded 5 to 25 percent more fruit than unsprayed plots. Further study planned next season to improve protection.
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Lawrence
Washington
Pullman
Lewiston Teller
Remarkable Koyukuk Strike Tied to Nolan Creek Here
Frank E B Howard reports in the Seward Gateway that the most important strike in Koyukuk history was recently uncovered on Nolan creek by John Olsen Louis Olsen and John Anderson. Bedrock was reached at 125 feet, first bucket yielded between 9 and 9 pans worth 229 dollars at 17 per ounce. Gold finer than usual and some 40 dollar pieces found. The discovery revitalizes the camp with deeper drilling planned on Nolan and Wiseman creeks.
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Frank EB. Howard
Fairbanks
Koyukuk
Nolan Creek
Seward
Alaska
John Olsen
Louis Olsen
John Anderson
Nolen
Wiseman Creek
Ukiah Woman Attends Portland Wedding of Niece
Mrs. E. B. Gambee formerly of Ukiah now living in Portland traveled to attend the wedding of her niece Miss Louise Mettle here last night and returned today to Ukiah for a few weeks visit.
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Fred Lockley
The
East Oregonian
Pacific Monthly of
Portland
Heppner
Morrow County
E. B. Gambee
Ukiah
Neree
Louise Mettle
Boise Paper in Receiver's Hands
The Boise Sunday Times, founded six weeks ago, is placed in the hands of a receiver. Publication will continue under the receiver's control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boise
Boise Sunday Times
Cougar Terrorizes Colfax Neighborhood Spurring Hunt
In Colfax Washington a cougar roams a neighborhood prompting a search by hunters with dogs. Fears rise as several parents bar children from attending school while authorities pursue and report the beast captured and killed.
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Colfax
Wash
Amusements Change in Bill at Tonight Shows
Tonight the program shifts to She Couldn't Marry Three, by the same author as The Lawyer and the Singing Girl. Last night ended The Roundup, drawing well for three nights, with a gold clock, a couch cover, a glass beer set, and a live baby pie raffled nightly for numbers. Sunday features Dora Thorne in a beautified dramatization, and the Saturday matinee will present She Couldn't Marry Three.
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Dora Thorne
New Moving Pictures At The Dime
The Dime shows a handsome set of new moving pictures this week never seen here before. Featured is the attractive Soldier's Betrothal series and newly updated songs with colored pictures. Another change is planned tomorrow.
Star theater to feature new sketch tonight
Tonight at the Star theater a western life sketch The Cowboy and the Girl Partner debuts in this city. Miss Mayon Stewart, Eva Nelson The Girl In the Diamond Dress, and Miss Viola Raymond the pianist perform new selections. Monahan the skater will stay through the week at Ireland rink.
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Star Theater Tonight
Mayon Stewart
Eva Nelson
Viola Raymond
Exhibitions Draw Large Crowds Over Recent Shows
Large crowds gathered to watch his exhibitions, showing strong public interest and ongoing appeal for his performances and demonstrations.
Eighthteenth annual Christian Endeavor convention set for Eugene
The eighteenth annual convention of the Christian Endeavor society of Oregon will meet at Eugene in February 2013 for a four days session. Rev. C. T. Hurd of Corvallis, president of the state association, is coordinating preparations. Prominent speakers have been chosen and a large statewide attendance is expected.
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The
Christian Endeavor Society of Oregon
Eugene
Seasion
Oregon
C. T. Hurd
Corvallis
Vinson Stockman Weds Ukiah Woman in City Home Marriage
F W Chapman a Vinson stockman and Louise Mottie of Ukiah daughter of a pioneer family were married last evening at 6 at James Nelson's home 1204 East Webb street. Father Neate of St Mary's Catholic church performed the ceremony with about 10 in attendance. The couple left on the O R N train for Portland for a short wedding trip. Both are well known and have many friends in the county.
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F. W. Chpman
Vinson
Louise Mottie
Ukiah
James Nelson
East Webb Street
Portland
the Sound
Father Neate
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Church Benefit Tea At Mrs. Leona Thompson Home
A church social with a cordial tea will be hosted by Mrs. Leona Thompson at 25 Water Street to benefit the Church of the Redeemer. A musical program will be rendered and attendees can expect a delightful evening. Proceeds support church expenses. Public is invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leona Thompson
Church of the Redeemer
Masonic Lecture Tonight by M A Pottinger
M A Pottinger of Seattle speaks at 7 30 PM tonight at the Masonic lodge room giving a lecture and exemplification of the secret work of Masonry. Masons are invited to attend and are assured of an entertaining and instructive program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Pottinger
Seattle
Masonic Lodge
Osborne Couple Granted Marriage License
A marriage license was issued to Lorenzo Harvey Osborne and Sarah Osborne today, formalizing their union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorenzo
Harvey
Sarah Osborne
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Teutsch’s Dept Store
Stansbery & Milne
Bluff Street
Mra. M. Mack
Hotel Eastern
Missouri
ORB
Copeland & Son
Eix
Kobppens
C. B. Simonds
Thomas Robertson
Zocth Houser
Quarteburg
D. B
Cargill
Nez Perce
Idaho
Frank
Claresholm
Alberta
Tidaho
Grange
Congress
C.K. Kegley
Rich Saike
Porthand
Sorosis
Buster
Alexander Department Store
Monahan
Ireland
Chapman-Mettie
Church Social and Tea
I. C.S
International Correspondence
Scranton
Pendleton Drug Co
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