Madison Geologist Van Hise Named UW President
Charles R. Van Hise, aged 45, becomes president of the University of Wisconsin succeeding the late Charles Kendall Adams. A native of Wisconsin and a UW alumnus, he has long guided the Lake Superior division of the US Geological Survey and authored notable monographs. He is regarded as a popular educator and scholar.
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Madison, Wis
Charles R. van Hise
University of Wisconsin
Charles Kendall Adams
Wisconsin
State University of Governor la Follette
van Hiey
Lake Superior
United States Geological Survey
A Well Known Gentleman Praises Trib as a Cure
A Spokane reader reports a gentleman named John G. Pinney endorsing TRIB as a health cure after about one year. He grants permission to quote his name and asserts real benefit, claiming improved health and lack of desire for alcohol or tobacco. The item also advertises Tallman & Co sales, ironing jobs, and free lunch hours at the Merchants' Cafe.
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Spokane
Wash
John G. Pinney
Tallman & Co
Roosevelt Hints Merit Based Promotions For Indian Reservations
The White House announced Roosevelt will appoint bonded superintendents from civil service ranks to run Toolan reservations, expanding merit system reach while reducing patronage. Indian bureau favors this shift, citing scandals and selecting qualified applicants for stable leadership.
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White House
Toolan
Jones
Indian Iburea
Indian Bureau
Indian Service
C. A. Mitscher
Oxage
Oklahoma
Frank A. Thackeray
Sac and Fox
Thackeray
Settlement of Thrifty Finns Near Pendleton Umatilla
A Finn community near Pendleton Oregon shares winter hardships and frugal life. They barter grain, bake spruce bark cakes, fish when possible, and send money to Finland to help relatives. The piece contrasts harsh old-country living with local prosperity through a prominent Finn interview. Also includes a brief testimonial promoting Electric Bitters for digestive and organ troubles and its availability from Tallman & Co.
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Pacific Homestead
Fred Lockley
Pendleton
Umatilla County
Finland
Tam
End of the World Prophecy Stir in Walla Walla
Adventist Elder Ford, once a Walla Walla resident, proclaims the end of the world nears. He predicts Armageddon near Jerusalem, a battle involving Russia and global powers, with Christ appearing to save the righteous, referencing the 1888 solar event as a precursor.
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East
Turkey
Jerusalem
Walla Walla
Ford
al Spokane
Christ
Endorsements Tie Merplette To Hair Care Reform
Competent judges and beauty doctors back Merplette as a key product in beautifying women. Letters from users claim Herpicide stops hair loss and dandruff, with testimonials from Grace Dodge of Portland and Vere Arenas, noting sample availability through The Herpicide Co and agents in Detroit and Bend.
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Newbro'e
Tiertha A. XV Arenas
Morrison St
Portland
Grace Dodge
Ponty Tor
Ore
Jenditur Drugeista
Bendtte
Herpicide Co
Detroit
Mich
F. W. Schmidt
Grocers differ on Schilling's Best baking powder
Some grocers stock Schilling's Best baking powder while others do not. They justify their choice with various reasons and market considerations.
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Schilling 'S
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