Alaska’s Purchase: Seven Million Dollar Vast Wealth Story
The article recounts the 1867 Alaska purchase, arguing it was a strategic bargain worth 7.2 million dollars. It notes Alaska’s vast wealth from gold, fur, and timber, and argues public awareness now grows as Seattle hosts an Alaska exposition to showcase Pacific Northwest riches. It cites Seward, Butler, and Washburn, and reflects on the enduring value of the sale.
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Washington
Alaska
Northland
United States
United States of America
Yukon Territory
Pacific
América
Pacific Northwest
Russian America
Russia
William H. Seward
Benjamin F. Butler
Massachusetts
St. Thomas
Greenland
Washburn
Wisconsin
Butler
Sacramento Union
Senate
Uncle Sam
Foley's Honey and Tar Endorsed by Pendleton Drug Co
No humbug claims are needed for Foley's Honey and Tar, the well known cough remedy. It is the most used cough remedy with more bottles sold than any rival, a strong testimonial to its merit. It costs no more and is safe and sure. Pendleton Drug Co.
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Foley
Pendleton Drug Co
Smallpox Now Considered Nonfatal in Most Cases
Health officials report smallpox is not fatal for 499 of 500 victims. In six months 24,544 cases were recorded with 66 deaths. Minnesota led with 5,203 cases and six deaths, Texas 3,089 cases and one death, Kansas 2,332 cases and three deaths. New York had 631 cases with no fatalities. Illinois 1,789 cases none fatal, Ohio 52 percent and three deaths.
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Marine Hospital and Public Health Service
Minnesota
Texas
Kansas
New York
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Ohio
Kidney trouble relief with pinules ad in ad
An advertisement promotes kidney pins that claim to relieve backache lumbago and rheumatic pain by acting on the kidneys. It offers an 80 days trial for 1 and a money back guarantee, sold by A. C. Koeppen & Bros.
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A. C. Koeppen & Bros
Army Physician Positions Open After Reorganization
Dozens of Army physician slots opened by a new law reorganizing the medical corps. Effective today there are 44 vacancies at first lieutenant grade. Officials say the opportunity suits young physicians and surgeons who pass the examination and receive commission as first lieutenants.
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Congress
Medical Corps
Army
War Department
Riparia Line Opens for Lewiston Service
The Riparia Lewiston extension of the O R N opens July 7 with through Portland to Lewiston sleeper service and connections for Walla Walla. Passengers depart Walla Walla at 9 p m to meet No 4 at Coyote, transfer, and reach Lewiston next morning at 9. transfers at Coyote avoid long waits. schedule returns via Lewiston at 7 a m to reach Walla Walla by 9 a m. The line completion is celebrated by travelers.
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Lewiston
Robert Burns
Walla Walla
Coyote
Liewlaton
Wallula
Fourth of July tetanus warning from surgeon general
Washington July warnings urge proper treatment of Fourth of July wounds. The Surgeon General cites 756 tetanus cases in five years with 721 deaths and urges full wound exploration under anesthesia, removal of foreign material, carbolic acid or hydrogen peroxide cleansing, antiseptic irrigation, and healing by granulation with daily dressings.
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Washington
Genem! Wyman
Marine Hospital Corps
Piyvetelans
Certifies Foley's Oring Laxative in Tennessee
W R Ward of Dyersburg Tennessee testifies that Foley's Oring Laxative is a thorough practical remedy for chronic constipation and fits his needs. Pendleton Drug Co.
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W. R. Ward
Dyersburg
Tenn
Foley
Pendleton Drug Co
All the news all the time In the East Oregonian
The East Oregonian headlines reveal ongoing local coverage across politics weather and community events with emphasis on timely updates. Readers see brief notices and reports from Pendleton and surrounding counties highlighting city council actions school developments and public interest topics.
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East Oregonian
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