Dry Farm Congress Debates Name Change Amid Montane Meeting
Delegates at the Dry Farming Congress in Billings, October 27, heated over article one of the executive committee report which argues the group should shed the term dry. Proponents say the label misleads settlers of semi arid districts while advocates claim the field already uses scientific farming. The congress showcases exhibits, machinery from many manufacturers, and a Spokane versus Colorado Springs contest for next year’s gathering.
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Billings
Mont
Dry Farming Congress
Hue
Itar
Spokane
Colorado Springs
Clairvoyance In McMahon Murder Case in Kansas City
Kansas City officers received a letter dated October 25 from I. W. Chelley Frankfort Kansas suggesting James McMahon murdered his three relatives last week. The letter allegedly contains details matching the case, and officers call it clairvoyance.
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Kansas City
James McMahon
Kas
Ins. McMahon
I. W. Chelley
Prankfort
Kon
Ty McMahon
Fall remedies advertised by Fo ley's Honey and Tar
Advertisement-style copy touts Fo Leys Honey and Tar as a quick cure for colds and throat complaints. Mentions Koeppen Bros and claims of genuine remedies, typical of early 20th century drug ads.
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Foley
Koeppen
East Oregonian Offers First Class Job Printing Services
The East Oregonian announces its capability to provide first class job printing services. It highlights high quality output, reliable turnaround, and competitive rates for local businesses seeking professional print solutions.
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East Oregonian
Wanted No Fool of Preacher at Funeral
In Kansas City Missouri on October 27 Dr FE H Osborne a physician who died in Kansas City Kansas yesterday left a letter refusing a preacher at his funeral and requesting his body be cremated and the ashes thrown into the Missouri River from the Hannibal railroad bridge at St Louis. He lived in Kansas City for 20 years and may have been Alfred H Hedges former New York City resident. He left funds for the disposal and his wishes will be followed.
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Kansas City
FE. H. Osborne
Kan
Missouri River
Hannibal
St. Louis
Osborne
Alfred H. Hedges
New York City
Catarrah Cure Promised by F J Cheney Co
In this region catarrah is stated as widespread and once thought incurable. The text promotes the Tall Cotarth Cure manufactured by F J Cheney Co Toledo as the only constitutional remedy, taken internally from ten drops to a teaspoonful. It claims to affect the blood and system and offers a hundred dollars for proof of failure to cure. Circulars and testimonials available.
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Chamberlain
Solenew
F. J. Cheney & Co
Tolitts, C
Fj, Cheney & CO
Toledo
College Boys Watch Northwest New York Polls
New York voters will see college volunteers at polling places as non partisan watchers during the upcoming municipal election. About a thousand students from Columbia NYU Princeton and Yale join the effort coordinated by the volunteer watcher association. Republicans will deploy 2600 poll watchers drawn mainly from the same colleges.
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New York
Watcher Association
Columbia
New York University
Princeton
Yale
Republican County
Aristocratic Animals at Pittsburg Livestock Show
Cattle, horses, sheep, and hogs are pampered daily at the American Royal Livestock Show in Pittsburg. A $10,000 hen named Pegey is bathed, starched, and displayed in a rose bowery. A $5,000 bull with horn polish and a three-man valet routine attracts attention as Sharpahire sheep boast curled fleece and apparent pride.
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Pittsburg
Just Enough Food Prevents Health Issues, Uses Chamberlain Tabs
Mature adults need only enough food to repair tissue and provide energy and heat. Overeating is linked to stomach troubles rheumatics and kidney disorders. If indigestion arises revise the diet and use Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Sold by all good dentists.
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Chamberlain
Rale
Biz room modern house on the South hill
Apply to C. P. Strain, Poendle ton, Oregon. Automobiles for rent at the Pan dleton Auto company.
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South Hill
C. P. Strain
Poendleton
Oregon
The
Pandleton Auto Company
Hermiston Citizens Denounce Turner Over Trout Arrest
Hermiston letters claim Deputy Game and Fish Warden Turner overstepped in arresting and fining a hotel keeper for serving trout caught from government ditches after the water was shut off. The writer contends the fish would have perished, argues the action serves no public good, and urges fair enforcement of game and fish laws.
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Hermiston
Ore
Rast
Oregonian
Turfer
Herminten
Commonwealth
Nim
Turner
H. J. Longley
The Best Plaster and Liniment Advantage
An advertisement extols a liniment bound with flannel as superior to slats for lame back and chest pain. It promises prompt relief for rheumatic pains and urges purchase from all good dealers, claiming broad customer satisfaction.
Mrs Huntington to undergo appendicitis operation in New York
London Oct 27 Mrs Collis P Huntington left for New York and is reported to be operated on for appendicitis on arrival. Her condition is serious and she chose America because she has more confidence in American surgeons.
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London
Collis FP. Huntington
New York
America
Chamberlains Salve Promises Quick Relief for Hands
Advertisement notes Chamberlains Salve cures chapped hands and skin in one night and treats sore nipples burns and scalds. Mentions sale by dealers and announces new rugs arriving with prices down by Ser Grahams.
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Ser Graham
Mi-o-na Stomach Remedy Promoted By Tallman Co
An advertisement touts Mi-o-na as the best stomach remedy for indigestion and related symptoms. It claims the pill relieves belching gas nervousness and bad breath, guarantees cure regardless of duration, and offers 60 cent price with samples from Rodth's in Buffalo and Tallman & Co in Pendleton.
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Tallman & Co
Pendleton
Thllman & Co
Rodth
Buffalo
N. Y
Habitual Constipation Remedies Advertised in 19th Century Drug Text
An old promotional fragment touts "Syrup Figs" as a universal remedy for habitual constipation. It references the California Fig Syrup Co and instructions implying daily use with personal care tips. The prose echoes archaic medical marketing, emphasizing routine, gradual improvement, and sales distribution through druggists.
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California
Patrons Day at Athena High Before Season Opener
In Athena Oregon the high school will hold a Patrons Day program Friday afternoon with an agenda from the literary society and several guest speakers. Following the exercises, the season opens with a basketball game between the Athena high school team and Pendleton Academy. Local visitors Mr and Mrs J M Walker and Mrs Maya, long residents of Tacoma, are in town visiting friends.
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PoniNeton Academy
Athens
Ore
Ort
J. M Walker
Athena
Tacoma
Mra
Maya
C. A. Barrett
Mra. Walker
Literary Society
Pendleton Academy
Pendleton
Walla Walla
Auto
Bedrock of Success Through Dr. King's Pill Power
Testimonial from J. A. Harmon of Sizemore West Virginia praising Dr. King's New Life Pills for vitality and health. They claim to vitalize every organ and strengthen brain and body. Available for 26 cents at Tallman & Co. stores.
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Dr. King
J. A. Harmon
Sizemore
W. Va
Tallman & Co
Hay and Pasture for Sale in Harney County Oregon
Timothy hay and fine green pasture for sale on Pine Creek in Harney County Oregon. Good shelter and open water. Elevation 4600 feet. Hayes and Van Deweer, Van, Oregon.
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Pine Creek
Harney
Hayes & van Deweer
Van
Oregon
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DRY Farm Congress
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Keowee
Mrs. Huntington
Athena News
A. L. Schaefer
Hunziker
Teacing Jeweler
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West
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