Large Sheep Sale From J E Smith to Montana Dealers
A Meacham loading hub ships 6000 sheep bought by Redman for Montana dealers with Eastern markets. The mixed lot, mainly yearlings and dry ewes with a buck carload, cost about 12 000 dollars at roughly two dollars per head and travels via Pendleton Umatilla and the Northern Pacific to Montana ranges for summer feeding. A second 4000 head train from William Slusher, bought by Frye Brady, follows for eventual Sound markets though destined for local sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meacham
J. K. Smith Livestock Company
Redman
Montana
Pendleton
Umatilla
Northern Pacific
William Slusher
Frye-Brady Company
Sheep Likely to Be Summer Fed in Cascade Ranges
The text suggests that the sheep are unlikely to move far for summer pasture and there is a probability they will be fed in the Cascade ranges during summer. The passage indicates cautious planning and regional grazing expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cascade Ranges
Unique Baby Cradle Roll Event At Pendleton M E Church
A cradle roll babies reception at Pendleton's Methodist church drew large crowds and featured pink ribbon name tags on two honored babies. A mother and mile quartet provided music, followed by Rev. Warner’s welcome address. The cradle roll program was organized by Miss Edith Boyce, with enrollment reaching a notable figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton
A. J. Gwens
R. BE. Tarbett
J. H. Gwinn
Robert Warner
Methodist Church
Edith Boyce
Harvest Begins as Colwell Seeks Wheat Return
William Colwell of a farm near Eastland starts wheat harvest today using combines. He farms 1200 acres all in fine condition with promising yield though no estimates will be filed. Eastland telephone line now operates with 14 subscribers. Colwell, who is lame from a Creek jumping accident, injured his ankle in a fall.
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William Colwell
Eastland
Colwell
Indian Damage Suit in Portland Trial
James A. Fee travels to Portland to defend Hy-yittse-ml-kin in a damage suit brought by Philomene Smith seeking $2,000 for crops on the Reservation. Judge Hell inger presides with R. J. Slater for the plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Fee
Portland
Philomene Smith
Hellinger
R. J. Slater
Demand for Electricity Expands as Lighting Company Prepares
The lighting company will greatly raise electric service in the area as demand rises. Many homes are being wired for more lights and others that lack electricity are being wired for future service.
Fat Cattle Prices Sink Amid Packing Strikes
Local stock market for fat cattle collapses as packing-house strikes erode demand. Prices down with $2 per head paid for fat cows and $2.70 for fat steers. Overstock, gathering congestion, and looming stock distress warned unless eastern demand improves and ranges are relieved soon.
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Avaner
Two Pendleton Delegates Attend A U W Grand Lodge Meeting
In Portland delegates P. Davis and John Beam of Pendleton attend the grand lodge session of the A O U W. A heated debate over raising assessment rites from $3 to $8 attracts attention. Some members support the increase while others expect a hard fight. Provisions would exempt insured individuals aged 10 to 60 from higher assessments if they transfer existing coverage. Other fraternal orders consider similar proposals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton
Portland
P. Davis
John Beam
Grand Lodge
Order
Halligus Brothers Sell to A Kunkel in Athena Deal
A Kunkel has bought out the other four Halligus partners J F and B D Halligus and the local implement stock. The stock will be shipped to Pendleton and added to Kunkel’s Athena stock. The Halligus brothers arrived in Athena 14 months ago from Lewiston and will return there, leaving one less business firm in Athena.
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A. Kunkel
Bartners
J. F
B.D. Halligus
Pendleton
Mr. Kunkel
Halligue Brothers
Athena
Lewiston
Tynainess
Leas
Buys Prospect Ranch by Joe Vey of Echo
Joe Vey, a leading sheepman in Umatilla county, closed a deal for the Prospect ranch on the Grand Ronde River. The 2800 acre property near La Grande was owned by J J Conley of La Grande and includes pasture, meadows, farming land, and stock range. The sale price reported at 17600 dollars.
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Joe Vey
Echo
Grand Ronde
Umatilla County
Prospect
J. J. Conley
la Grande
Grand Rone
la Cranie
Conley
Model farm to serve as headquarters for large sheep enterprise
The farm, described as a model WLAN farm with rich hay land and extensive facilities, including barns sheds pastures and outbuildings, is expected to become the headquarters for a large sheep enterprise run by Mr. Voy. The land is not claimed by private owners and the farm is well equipped for expansion.
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Voy
Mike Tully Held Found Guilty for Liquor Sale to Indians
Commissioner John Halley charged Mike Tully with selling liquor to Indians and attempting to sell to another. Three Indians testified he sold liquor to one and tried to sell to a wife of another. Tully posted 260 dollar bond then was remanded to custody and to accompany Deputy Proobatel to Portland next day.
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John Halley
Ai Stranger
Mike Tally
Tally
United States
Jacob Proobatel
Tully
Portland
Trin
Frazer Vaudeville Shines With Howards and Comic Duo
Frazer's vaudeville night featured Mabel Howard with Sam and Frank delivering lively farce and dance. New program planned tonight promises fresh laughs with previously popular specialties presented anew. The Howards received strong audience praise for high quality entertainment.
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Frazer
Mabel Howard
Sam and Frank
Howards
Wheat crop outlook in Wild Horse county reported
Local observers predict a heavy yield and high quality for the wheat crop this year. Some seasoned buyers estimate as much as 40 bushels per acre on Wild Horse, though the year may not match 1897.
Work Horses for Sale Bring Jem Faulkner to City
Jem Faulkner of Joseph Oregon with several work horses for sale visits the city accompanied by Mrs Faulkner who is visiting at the home of T M Lowe on High street during the stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jem Faulkner
Joseph
Wallowa Coounty
Mrs. Faulkner
T. M. Lowe
High Street
Marriage License Issued To Ernest Walden And Nellie Purdy
A marriage license was issued this morning to Ernest Walden and Nellie Purdy, both of this county. The notice blends formal record with local colloquial color and hints at light gossip about social scenes.
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Ernest Walden
Nellie A. Purdy
Summer Dangers Warns of Common Ailments
In the summer months family members may suffer cramps diarrhea or stomach troubles. Keep Hostetter's Stomach Bitters at home for prompt relief at first symptom. It is claimed to cure headaches belching poor appetite nausea indigestion dyspepsia and malaria. The genuine bottle bears a private stamp over the neck.
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Oxfords
Dindinger
Wilson & CO
J. E. Smith Livestock Company
Frye-Bruhn
Seattle
Cascades
T Han
Tallman @ Co
M. E. Church
R. C. Beach
T. G. Haildy
W. L. Thompson
Sbuyers
U. W
Halligus Brothers
Kunkel
Prospect Ranch
Mike Tully
Wallowa
Circuit
Hostetter
C. F. Colesworthy
East Alta &J
Lee
Meanill Typewriter
Sonkone. Com
Ag. Oensmone
Boston
EAGLE
Specia
Sean
The
Boston Ston
BAER @ DALEY
Timates
T. C. Taylor
Beck
Cottonwood Street
Modern School of Commet A Business and Shorthand Training School
Ortland
Elaterite Roofing Co
Worcester Block
East Oregonian
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