Lumber Production by State in 1908 Reveals Decline and Shifts
The 1908 census preliminary shows U S lumber output fell about 17 percent from 1907 as panics hit demand. Washington leads with 2.92 billion feet, Louisiana second at 2.72 billion, Mississippi third at 1.86 billion, Arkansas fourth, Wisconsin fifth. Oregon ranks eighth, with Michigan, Pennsylvania, and others also above 1 billion feet. small mills outnumber large, with New York reporting 2001 mills and Louisiana extreme per-mill outputs.
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Portland Travel association backs nine foot sheet law
The Travelers Protective Association of Oregon will push enforcement of a nine foot sheet requirement for hotels and lodging houses. The plan mandates replacement of seven foot sheets and imposes fines for noncompliance. Fire escape rules will also be enforced, with rope provisions and marked exits. Oregon leaders Willis Fisher and C D Fragger return from Asheville to report on the national convention.
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Nez Perce Indians Battle Against Liquor Vote Drive
Spokane reports Nez Perce educate and mobilize voters to influence county dry decision. An Indian Voters League led by James Stuart and Corbett lawyers aims to persuade 500 to 1000 redmen, with Presbyterian church Indians backing the move. Liquor ban on the reservation shapes tribal political leverage.
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James Stuart
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Corbett
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Treaty Talks Stall Over Government License Clause
Ongoing negotiations focus on a strong no-license provision tied to the treaty with the government. Officials say the clause could affect future rights and access to resources, complicating consensus as talks proceed in the capital.
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Ting
Cleveland sold his articles cheap trial details
New York, R Broughton Brandenburg testified in his grand larceny trial over alleged forgeries selling letters claimed to be by Grover Cleveland to the New York Times. Brandenburg described negotiating for $2000 for three articles and reviewing papers thought to be Cleveland’s thoughts, including work dated August 20 signed Grover Cleveland.
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Cleggand
Graduating gowns cost seven cents each at Wentworth
Chicago report notes 47 gowns priced at three dollars and fifty cents total, worn by Wentworth public school graduates tomorrow. The gowns, lace trimmed, were made entirely by the 47 girls under the sewing teacher’s supervision, with two months of one day weekly work, done secretly at the school.
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Wentworth
Oregon Lumber Yard Slabwood for Sale in 4 Ft Lengths
Slabwood available from Oregon Lumber Yard. We offer disposal of several cords in 4 ft lengths and invite inquiries for price in any quantity.
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Oregon Lumber Yard
Sawdust Available In Any Quantity At Low Prices
A small classified note offers cheap sawdust supply in any quantity, inviting buyers to contact for pricing and delivery options.
For Rent Unfurnished Room in Fast Oregonian Building
Room for rent in a large cool Oregonian building with electric lights and a bath on the same floor. Inquiries should be made at the office.
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