Westward Migrants Seek Land and Livelihood in Oregon
A Fresno of East and Middle States travelers flood Oregon with hopes to settle government land and prosper. Reporter notes many arrive with misleading beliefs of easy land near towns, while a minority arrives with capital to farm, ranch, or invest. Umatilla County praised for room and potential. ten productive settlers outweigh many futile arrivals.
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Oregon
Washington
East
Middle States
Nebraska
Missouri
Haineis
Rockies
Pendleton
Spokane
Pacific Coast
Pacific States
Umatilla County
Booming the West Brings Hardships
A Walla Walla traveler recalls a family lured west by land agents with promises of prosperity. They sold belongings and boarded for Washington, found no vacant land, moved to the Sound, and faced ruin as work dried up. The narrative warns of widespread destitution among settlers and blames reduced railroad rates for the misallocation of migration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Carter
Mr. Carter
Carter
The
East Oregonian
Board of Immigration
Harl H
Spokane
Walla Walla
Pendleton
Portland
Washington
Seattle
Great West
Pacific Coast
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Praised by Macomb Agent
J R Holly, a Macomb real estate, insurance and loan agent, testifies that after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure his wife found perfect and permanent relief from severe chronic stomach trouble. She could not eat an ordinary meal before, but is now cured. He notes several physicians and remedies previously failed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J .R. Holly
Macomb
Tallman & Co
Brock & McComas
Self Denial Week of Salvationists Ready
Salvation Arm forces nationwide announce Self Denial Week from April 6 to 18 to raise funds for homes for the poor and feeding the hungry. Commanders Frederick and Emma Boothe-Tucker urge supporters to donate generously and welcome uniformed collectors aiding humanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Arm
Frederick
Emma Bootbh-Tucker
United States
Seven army members urged to allot weekly funds
The text proposes that seven individuals contribute a portion of their regular weekly expenses to the general fund of the army, suggesting a collective financial support plan for military needs.
DeWitt's Little Early Risers Promote Liver Bowels Health
The ad touts DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a safe gentle remedy to keep bowels open and prevent skin eruptions from impurities. It cites a user from Hooper Albany Galaya praising the pills for easing biliousness and improving health, with Tallman Co. and Brock McComas distributing.
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DeWitt
C. EB
Hooper
Albany
Galaya
Tam
Thoroud
Tallman & Co
Brock & McComas
Oregon Law Prohibits Killing Song Birds and Eggs
A Pendleton resident urges strict enforcement of a new Oregon statute banning injuring taking or selling many song birds and their eggs. The act carries fines from five to one hundred dollars and possible jail time. it aims to protect game birds statewide.
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Oregon
Pendleton
Ely's Cream Balm Credit Claim Advertised Cure
Sufferer testimonials describe chronic catarrh relief after using Ely's Cream Balm. Claims include restored ability to work and complete recovery. Advertises price at 60 cents and mail order from Ely Brothers in New York.
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Ely
Oscar Ostrom
Warren Avenue
Chicago
A. ©. Clarke
Shawmut Avenue
Boston
Mass
Ely Brothers
Warren Street
New York
Rain lifts spirits as grain recovers in Walla Walla
In Walla Walla on March 21 farmers greet rain that spread over the valley after a dry spell. The shower ends fears for grain suffering from drought, with many fields showing green sprouts after the wet spell. Some seed stayed dormant on barren ground while winter killed fall grain prompts cautious expectant sowing?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walla Walla
Baker City Begins Plan for Seven Devils Rail Line
Lieutenant Farrow of New York promotes the Baker City and Snake River railroad with $2,500,000 capital. Incorporators include Pullman, Crabil, Watterm an, Loehmitz, Sage, Miller, Basehe, Helliner, Patterson, Palmer, Stodddard, Carter, and Farrow. Rumor says strong backing from major interests. route aims Baker City to Snake River via Powder Pine Eagle valleys to Panhandle Seven Devils. Separate note: Seymour H. Beil pushing Sumpter Bourne electric railway. expects syndicate finance. expects 1904 completion if funding secured.
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Baker City
Seven Devils Road
Lieutenant Farrow
New York
Shake River
Eagle
Panhandle
Seven Devils
Seymour H. Beil
Sumpter-Bourne
Northwest
East
Bell
Oregon
Sumpter
Cable Cove
Cracker Creek
Mr. Hell
Hell
One Minute Cough Cure Promoted in Health Claim
The advertisement proclaims One Minute Cough Cure cures for coughs colds croup grip bronchitis and throat and lung troubles. It claims rapid relief by liquefying mucus reducing inflammation and addressing the disease cause with testimonials including Justice of the Peace J Q Hood Crosby Mississippi and Tallman & Co. Brock & McComas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice of the Peace
J. Q. Hood
Crosby
Miss
Tallman & Co
Brock & McComas
Breeding Jacks for Sale Near Heppner
Two extra fine breeding jacks offered for sale near Heppner Oregon. Can sell one or both to a single buyer on easy terms for thirty days. Jacks available for viewing at the stock farm ten miles north of Heppner. Bargain price from B F Swaggart.
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Heppner
B. F. Swaggart
Arrival of John Wib at Walla Walla Society Event
John Wib, secretary of the United States societies of the Society of Christian Endeavor, arrived in Walla Walla this morning and will spend the day with local societies. A reception is planned this evening at the First Presbyterian Church to mark his first visit to the city. Smoke Pride of Umatilla Cigars.
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Walla Walla
John Wiblit Haer
United States
Society of Christain Endeavor
Firat Presbyterian Church
Firat
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Ton & Copeland
L.nsfer
Drage
Umatilla Cigars
Gus LA Fontaine
Gray’s Harbor Com. Co
A. C. Shaw & CO
Puget Sound
Laatz Bros
Be A Ray & Co
Buy
Stocke, Bonde
Chicane
Beard of
Treas
Cuticuba
A. Downey
Alfred
Tage
Corvus
Paset
Smoihenta
Crust
Ecole
Lendrull
Self Denial Week OF Salvationists
Law
Alti
Cuba
Farrow
Sumpter-Bourne Road
Pendleton Boquet
Umatilla
Timie
Bette
Daese
Mesvogean
Thomas Beecham
Helens
Gag
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