Chicago Faces 1908 Convention Battle Over Hall Size
At a banquet of Chicago’s Hamilton club Old Guard leader Thomas D. Knight urged that Chicago must provide a hall seating 14 000 to secure both the Republican and Democratic national conventions for 1908 or lose to Kansas City which seats 20 000. He noted New and other leaders agree and hinted at rapid Armory construction or a temporary wigwam.
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Chicago
Kansas City
Thomas D. Knight
Hamilton Club
Old Guard
New
Washington
Knight
National Committee
Colliseum
Canadian timber to fuel Oregon timber demand says Mills
Kince A Mills of the US forestry service predicts Oregon will buy lumber from Canada within fifteen years. The Oregon Daily Journal notes Mills tours widely as a special lecturer promoting conservation and has long tracked North American forests. He also owns Longs Park Inn in Colorado built of fire scarred logs.
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Oregon
Canada
Kince A. Mills
United States Forestry Bureau
Oregon Daily Journal
Mills
Forestry Service
Columbia
Washington
Tie
Long’s Park Inn
Ao Hovee
Longs Peak
Colorado
States urged to manage forests to curb deforestation
In a Portland hotel interview, Mr. Mills argues against federal forest ownership, urging states to assume forestry work and log only yearly allotments. He cites clogged rivers like the Columbia and Mississippi, credits reforestation for soil retention, and notes Pennsylvania New York Michigan and Wisconsin expanding state holdings to repair past wasteful lumbering.
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Mills
Portland
Columbia
Mississippi
Pennsylvania
New York
Michigan
Wisconsin
Electric Bitters Praised By Mother Of Dublin Writer
An eighty three year old mother reportedly thrives on Electric Bitters after two years of use. The letter from W. B. Brunson of Dublin, Georgia notes strong appetite, good sleep, and overall vitality. The supplement is touted for female weakness, debility, and for weak children, with a guarantee for stomach, liver and kidney troubles from Tallman & Co. at 50 cents.
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W. B. Brunson
Dublin
Tallman & Co
Oregon Electric Railway to Portland by December 1
The Oregon Electric Railway reports track laying beyond Brooks is complete and with continued ideal weather the line will reach Portland and be ready for operation by December 1, as planned several weeks ago.
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Salem
Oregon Electric Railway Company
Brooks
Portland
A Sure Cure Hickory Bark Cough Remedy Sold Widely
A dependable cure for lung trouble coughs colds hoarseness and sore throat. Hickory Bark Cough Remedy advertised as pure and effective. For sale by druggists and first class dealers nationwide Pendleton Drug Co.
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Pendleton Drug Co
Found Small Brown Leather Purse Near Office
A small brown leather purse with keys was found and may be claimed at the office. Enquiries are invited for identification and return to the owner.
Willamette River Appropriation Bill Sent to Washington
Oregon legislature approved a 200000 appropriation to the United States for acquiring land or building a canal and locks around the falls of the Willamette river at Oregon City. Governor Chamberlain sent letters to the secretary of war and Oregon delegation to urge open navigation and federal ownership of the locks.
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Chamberlain
Washington, D. C
Irelant
United States
Willamette River
Oregon City
Oregon
Willamette
Congress of the United States
Congress
Willamette Valley
Oregon Legislature
TWO CROPS SPUDS IN ONE YEAR
The Salem Statesman notes a potato feature at the board of trade exhibit. H Bell, Grand Union Tea store proprietor at 271 Commercial street, grows two potato crops yearly, with Burbank variety and a nine foot long potato vine. He previously raised 3250 bushels on eight acres near his former farm.
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Board of Trade
Salem Statesman
Burbank
H. Belle
Grand Union Tea Store
Commercial Street
Beil
Mr. Bell
Church Street
Bond Bros. Good Suit for Every Man in Umatilla
Bond Brothers advertises durable suits for all gents in Umatilla County with a wide range of styles and prices. The notice highlights ready-to-wear options and local availability, inviting customers to visit the store for fittings and selections.
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Bond Bros
Umatilla County
Goon Gang WA Convicted by Jury
Government convict s four count verdict in Portland case charging conspiracy to counterfeit government coins. Coon found guilty on four counts. Williams Johannsen Mills Turner brothers acquitted. arrests traced from Oregon to New York and Texas with witnesses from five states.
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EB. R. Coon
United States District Court
Albert Turner
Elmer Turner
H. K. Mills
Portland
the Journal
Coon
John H. Williams
Hans Johannsen
Williams
Johannsen
Mills
Turner Brothers
Huntington
Oregon
McNeil’s Island
Thomas Foster
Secret Service
Idaho
New York
Texas
Washington
Bastiin
Turners
Millis
Notable medical discovery aids Pendleton digestion
A Pendleton report highlights the Miona treatment as a notable medical advance. The remedy strengthens stomach muscles and increases gastric juice flow, helping indigestion and related symptoms with a money back guarantee from Tallman & Co. Empress of China sinks at Vancouver docks with engines underwater and main deck tilted.
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Vancouver
Constitutional Catarrh Cure Ad by F J Cheney Co
There is more Catarrhan this section of the country than all other disease put to gether and world the mst few years was supposed to be incurable. For a great many years before pronounced It a local disease and prescribed local remedies and ty constantly failing to cure with local treatment. The constitutional cure is Fleisch aus ear Urn. Fleusteacaurrh Cure, manufactured by F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo, Ohio, the only constitutional cure on the market. It is taken internally in doses from 10 drops to 1/2 teaspoonful. It acts on the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. They offer one hundred dollars for any case it Calle to cure. send for testimonials and particulars. Address F. J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, O. Sold by druggists. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Pendleton
Tallman & Co
F. J. Cheney & Co
Eda
Ohio
Toledo
T5c
Ake Hall
Potatoes and fruit grower Snyder seizes record harvest work
Attorney Vestal Snyder operates a 40 acre potato field near Yakima with 265 workers using a four wheel digger. He plans 70 acres of fruit and 35 more next spring under the Yakima Canal. Netted Gem potatoes in sight with potential price around 164 dollars per ton.
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Vestal Snyder
Yakima Republic
Snyder
Farma
Yakima Canal
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promote Regular Habits
An old-time ad notes that the appendix, though harmless sounding, often reflects constipation after a torpid liver. Dr. King’s New Life Pills are advertised to regulate the liver prevent appendicitis and establish regular bowels. Available for 25 cents at Tallman & Co. drug store.
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Dr. King
New Life
Tallman & Co
Hickory Bark Cough Remedy Promises Cough Cure
An Oregon company offers Hickory Bark Cough Remedy of Salem guaranteed to cure or refund. Advertises pure remedy and to make a friend of you. Sold by druggists and dealers nationwide with Pendleton Drug Co. listed.
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Hickory Bark Cough Remedy Company
Salem
Ore
Pendleton Drug Co
Ellensburg Pastor DeWeese Visits For Conference Publications
Reverend William DeWeese, formerly of Echo M E Church, now serving Ellensburg Washington and secretary of the Spokane conference district, is in town on business tied to publishing the annual conference proceedings issued by the East Oregonian.
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Ellensburg
William DeWeese
M. E
Echo
Wash
Spokane
East Oregonian
Nome delegation to Republican convention backs Alaska rule
About fifty Nome delegates traveling to the June convention endorsed home rule for Alaska and called for the immediate removal of Governor Floggutt. The group traveled from Seattle on Tuesday, aiming to influence the June gathering next month.
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Seattle
Nome
Hore
Alaska
Floggutt
Earthquake in Fiome Italy Claims 100 Lives
An after noon edition from Tribuna reports a quake in Fiome Italy costing about 100 lives. The disaster event reached wide attention with authorities beginning casualty assessments and rescue efforts underway.
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Fiome
Italy
Tribuna
Tea Good Tea Sells With Close Price Policy
A grocer assures customers of refunds if Sthilling’s Best tea fails to meet expectations. The shop emphasizes strong tea quality as essential to building and sustaining a successful business with a return policy on money.
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Sthilling
Bond Brothers Pendleton Leading Clothiers Ad Pitch
A promotional plea from Bond Brothers Pendleton's Leading Clothiers touts high grade gentlemen's clothing. The copy asserts strong sales of correct suits and frames universal peace as incomplete without their attire, claiming customers will find prices pleasing.
Northwestern Gas & Electric Co Advertises in East Oregonian
The East Oregonian serves as the representative paper for Eastern Oregon, highlighting Northwestern Gas & Electric Co. in its advertising medium section as the locals show appreciation for the publication.
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Northwestern Gas & Electric Co
East Oregonian
Oregon
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Taft
Goon Gang WA
France
Bond Brothers
Pendleton’s Leading Clothiers
Sun & Wed
Main St
Raders
E. J. Murphy
E. Court Black
Petaluma
Calif
Anton Nolte
Hendricks’ Bldg
Matlock Building
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