Multnomah Fair Opens August Race Meet at Irvington Track
Portland officials prepare the Irvington track for an August 8 to 27 meeting with a potential September extension. The Oregon Stakes drew 52 entries including Misty’s Pride and Step Around, as the association plans $10,000 in purses for stake events and adds 200 stalls to accommodate demand. Prominent horses from across the coast are expected, with the Irvington handicap offering $10,000.
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Multnomah Fair Association
Portland
Ore
Irvington
Ntil
Senillo
Multnunath Fair Association
Royal Horsemen
Oakland
Los Angeles
Washington Park
Chicago
Saratoga
Koreen
Misty’s Pride
Step Around
Af Beattie
Lady Ask
Albemarle
Warners
Modicum
Porest King
George Berry
Veterano
Mr Dingle
Gateway
Mulholland
Herpicide Hair Care Ad Brevity and Promise
An early 20th century style advertisement claims Herpicide kills dandruff germs and stimulates hair growth. It touts the product as a pleasant hair dressing with no injurious substances and offers samples via The Herpicide Co. Detroit Michigan, agent F. W. Schmidt.
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Newbro
Joe
Herpleide Co
Detroit
Mich
F. W. Schmidt
California boy survives 48 days in Alaska on rabbits
W Gordon Campbell and Warren Merritt lived 48 days in the Chisana region on rabbits, with occasional grouse, eagles, and a goose. They staked 18 claims on the Chisana river, built a raft to Tanana Crossing, endured hunger and cold, and Campbell plans another prospecting trip after his return from Panama.
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W. Gordon Campbell
California
Panana
Alaska
Warren Merritt
Tank
Chisana
Tanana
Jack Creek
Hiey
Tanana Crossing
Merritt
Campbell
Mr. Campbell
Largest Combine in Lewiston Area Benches 100 Acre Day Output
The Lewiston Tribune reports a massive steam combined harvester and threshing outfit purchased by John Nelson of Tammany. Frank Galbraith from the California factory supervises prep before Nelson takes charge. Engine weighs 20 tons and delivers high power with a front steering wheel. The 34 foot wide cutting gear averages ten acres daily in favorable conditions, drawing crowds as it heads toward Tammany country for plowing and potential road freighting use.
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Lewiston
John Nelson
Tammany
Tammany Country
Portland events and a new loggers association formed
The notice lists upcoming meetings in Portland and other cities including the Oregon Development League on August 2 and 3, the American Mining Congress August 22-27, and the Inland Empire Teachers Association in Pendleton October 19-21. It also notes the formation of the Columbia River Loggers Association at a Portland meeting of large sawmilling representatives.
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Oregon Development League
Portland
American Mining Congress
Inland Empire Teachers’ Association
Pendleton
National Irrigation Association
el Paso
Texas
Columbia River
Bogus Lewis and Clark fair privileges exposed by agents
warnings issued by the fair management deny any employment or photography schemes tied to the exposition. D C Freeman confirms no authorized photographers or employment agencies, urging businessmen to beware of fake agents seeking fees. Dr Kings New Discovery advertises cures for coughs and lung troubles. St Louis Exposition info offered by B H Trumbull Portland agent.
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Fair Commission
Woterprison
Oregon
Hin
Fair Management
Hye Fe
Lal
Lewi and Clark
Givan
Exposition Company
D. C. Freeman
Dilsinesa
St. Louis Exposition
St. Louis
B. H. Trumbull
Third Street
Portland
Ore
No Pity Shown Noted Piles Cure by Bucklen Salve
Writer F A Gullodke recalls years of suffering from a terrible case of piles that produced 24 tumors, but Bucklen's Arnicon Salve cured him. The ad claims it helps all aches and pains and is sold for 25 cents at Tallman & Co.'s drug store. Also notes attention sheepmen about locating wood range and water, with box address La Grande Oregon.
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Charles Applegate
Alexandria
Ind
Dr. King
Tallman & Co
F. A. Gullodke
Verbenu
Ala
Bucklen
Refreshing and Healthful Refreshing and Healthful The greatout summer drink room right to Me spot
The advertisement promotes superior beer as a healthful summer beverage suitable for home use. It mentions City Brewery Bottled Beer made in Pendleton and warns it may change with temperature during shipping. Available in quarts pints and ballints with delivery and phone contact 2981.
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Piystelans
City
Pendleton
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Mora Kings — Court Sr
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Joe Ell
Taylor's Hardware Store
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Asis Suis
C. C. Sharp Opera House
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Chicago Record
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the City Brewery
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Opticias Postoffice
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