Pay for Wheat Land Near Athena Sets Record Price
A quarter section of high grade wheat land adjoining Athena sold for 17 000 dollars to William Willaby by W H Reeder and wife. The 155 acre tract near the city includes a residence barn water works and lawn but about five acres were lost to the O R N right of way. The price marks a regional record in Umatilla county.
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Athena
W. H. Reeder
William Willaby
Hendley
Umatilla
Reeder
Plague Fight Cuts Coast Death Rate
Reports indicate health measures reduced fatalities along the coast as authorities combat a plague outbreak. Officials urge continued vigilance and vaccination campaigns to sustain the decline and prevent a resurgence.
Weyerhaeuser backs state forest protection plan
Congressman Mann and committee members met Frederick Weyerhaeuser to question timber supply. The lumber magnate said his company never estimated spruce supply as it had little commercial value. He urged fire prevention and removing dead timber, and asked the state to manage reforestation of burned and cut-over lands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Mann
H. Ryan
Minnesota
Frederick Weyerhaeuser
Weyerhaeuser
Humble Citizen Welcomes Twin Babies in Town
The editor of a Country newspaper, unnamed, quotes the New York Tribune about acquiring two “fair, fat and flourishing” babies in his domestic circle. He invites celebration with brass band and loud music while declaring pride in the humble citizen named as the fortunate parent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tribune
Commonwealth
Three Dozen Sample Suits Arrive From New York City
The Peoples Warehouse offers suits at 14.85 for 20 and 22.50 priced lines, 15.59 for 25 and 27.50, and ALTO tagged 42.50 and 27.50. Save coupons and trade here where it pays.
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Express Direct
New York City
ALTO
Peoples Warehouse
There is nothing that costs so little as work and money
A brief reflection on value notes that small costs in time and money can yield great returns if given the chance, emphasizing thrift and efficiency.
Lee Street Bridge Project Proposed at $20,000
A. E. Eberhart of Walla Walla, a bridge contractor who has built Umatilla County projects, says Pendleton and the county could construct a Lee Street bridge over the Umatilla River for about $20,000. He favors a steel single-span structure with girders and creosoted wooden blocks. He also urges rebuilding the Main Street bridge, deeming it more needed.
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Umatilla
Pendleton
Lee Street
A. E. Eberhart
Walla Walla
Eberhart
Umatilla County
Phelps Called to Portland for Grain Rate Hearing
District Attorney G. W. Phelps was summoned to Portland to consult with the state railroad commission about the grain rate hearing set for November 4. He represents the state's interests in the upcoming case and his visit aims to prepare the matter for submission.
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State Railroad Commission
G. W. Phelps
Portland
Phelps
Indian 18s Charged With Stealing Saddle
Walter Brownson an Indian is in jail awaiting a hearing on charges of stealing a saddle from his father in law Joe Allen a reservation Indian who filed the complaint with Commissioner Halley Brownson is an old offender and is accused of taking the saddle to Pendleton and hawking it for a 'good time' at Walla Walla where the proceeds were reportedly spent
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Brownson
Joe Allen
Halley
Brown
Pendleton
Walla Walla
Pilot Rock Republicans Rally Trip Tickets Sold
Seventy five tickets have been sold from Pilot Rock to Pendleton for a Saturday evening excursion to attend the Republican rally in Pendleton. Local preparations are underway and 300 torches for the parade were received by the Republicans today.
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Pilot Rock
Pendleton
Financing Woolen Mill Move Gains Momentum
A city meeting of the financing committee reports $11,000 already pledged for the woolen mill, with about $19,000 more needed. The two committees, led by G. M. Rice and including W. L. Thompson, Mantle B. Gwinn, and W. F. Matlock with Leon Cohen, plan to negotiate with the Judds to secure funds and announce success soon.
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Messrs. G. M. Rice
Mantle B. Gwinn
W. L. Thompson
Gwinn
W. F. Matlock
Leon Cohen
G. M. Rice
Cocaine trade involving school children shocks Philadelphia
Philadelphia residents report that scores of public school children become cocaine users, after Edward Lee age 15 a drug vendor confesses. Michael Leo and Larkin were arrested with a quantity of the drug, saying they procured it from a man selling to youngsters.
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Philadelphia
Edward Lee
Leo
Michael
Larkin
Salem betting man making many wagers
Seem, Ore, Oct. 29. Several thousand dollars have been wagered here on the outcome of the presidential election. "Lucky" Jack Peterson bet $1000 against $5000 that Taft will win. There are many bets on the pluralities and minorities in Oregon.
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Seem
Ore
Ucky
Jack Peterson
Taft
Oregon
Child Poet Hutchinson Dies by Gas At Lincoln and Harrison
Lynn Massachusetts October 28 John W Hutchinson aged seven known as the poet and vocalist and friend of Lincoln and Harrison and other noted abolitionists was suffocated today at his home by gas from a heater authorities said the boy had long been in fragile health and the tragedy shocks local reform circles
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Lynn
Mass
John W. Hutchinson
Tincoln
Harrison
Milton visitor H W Decker on business in city
H W Decker of Milton was in the city yesterday on a business mission visiting local offices and meeting associates.
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H. W. Decker
Milton
Pendleton High Plans Bonfire Parade Before Big Weston Game
Pendleton High School fans prepare for a bonfire and parade through town Friday night led by the band, with speeches from Supt Sanders, Dr Smith, Roy Raley, Leon Cohen and others. A 2 15 kickoff at Matlock field follows a Saturday march to the game. MeDill may miss the game due to his father's opposition. if out, Bean and Hinderman will fill positions.
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Pendleton High School
Pendleton
Supt. Sanders
Dr. Smith
Roy Raley
Leon Cohen
Cressy Sturgis
Misa Ruth Gibson
Dr. Lytle
Matlock Field
Almanac Predicts Peril for Rulers in 1909
London’s Old Moore’s Almanac for 1909 warns of danger to leaders including the U S president and czars. It cites ominous months with prophecies affecting Persia Russia and the United States, noting November as a dangerous period for rulers and December foreseeing disasters among high places.
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Old Moore
London
U.S. A
Persia
Mars
St. Petersburg
Hhs
Saturn
Hetober
Low Rail Rates for Austrian Industry Fosterage
Consul General W A Tublee of Vienna reports on the Austrian State railways extension and operation loss in 1806. The state bore deficits from owning mines and building railways, with subsidies to promote industry. Sugar freight rates illustrate policy, aiding the beet sugar export and supported by the state and Austrian Lloyd Steamship line.
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W. A. Tublee
Vienna
Anstrian Froyd Steamship Company
Immigration Returns For Canada Fall In 1908
Consul Paul Lang of Sherbrooke reports Canada bound immigration from January to August 1908 fell 46 percent from the prior year, with 117,092 arrivals versus 216,772 in 1907. Western state arrivals held steady at 40,964, nearly matching 1907’s 40,966, as government restricts European immigration.
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Paul Lang
Sherbrooke
Canada
Europe
B. of M
Spokane booster H. la Moody visits Pendleton
H la Moody, a prominent Spokane booster, visited Pendleton yesterday to promote the National Apple Show coming soon to be held in the city.
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H. la Moody
Spokane
Pendleton
Milkman convicted in Seattle price-fixing case
A. Erickson was sentenced by Judge A. W. Frater to $500 fine and 10 days in King County Jail for conspiracy to fix milk prices. The trial named eight Seattle dairy men. Evidence showed prices rose from 5 to 10 cents, with meetings described as social. An appeal bond was set pending Supreme Court review.
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A. Erickson
Supreme Court
Seattle
A. W. Frater
King County
PPT
Hig
Humphries &Oly
Erickson
PF. W. Anderson
J. C. Burnain
Alex Murray
S Stray
FO. Kalberg
A. W. Lundberg
C. Johnson
George F. Vanderveer
Jude Humphries
Vandeveer
Ladies' Ald Society Social at Milne Home
The Ladies' Ald society of the Christian church will hold a 10 cent social on Thursday evening October 29 at the home of W M Milne on Westcourt street. Everyone invited.
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Ladies’ Ald Society of the Christian Church
W. M. Milne
Westcourt Street
Parks Brothers Open New Fruit and Produce House in Milton
Parks Brothers of Milton have opened a new fruit and produce house in the former A. Eklund room on Court Street. The shop displays a selection of Chelco apples grapes coconuts lemons and other fruits and vegetables nearly all grown in Umatut county. The display highlights the quality of produce from the irrigated district in the north.
DeWitt's Carrelized Witch Hazel Salve Ad Claim
Dewitt's Carrelized Witch Hazel Salve touted as the best salve for piles. Sold by Tall man & Co. claims product superiority and easy availability through a local merchant listing.
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Dewitt
Tallman & Co
Hallowe'en Masquerade Ball at Engle Hall
A Hallowe'en masquerade ball will be held in Engle hall on October 20. Prizes will be awarded and refreshments served. all are invited to attend.
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Engle Hall
Your Hat Fades Comfort as Hair Threat Grows
A quirky old notice warns men about failing hat styles and rising scalp issues. It touts Newhra's Merrisenle scalp-it as a remedy, claiming it clears dandruff and soothes the scalp. Available in two sizes at 60 cents and $1.00 through Koeppen & Brow.
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Eample
Detroit
Koeppen & Brow
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Washington State Board of Health
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San Francisco Health Board
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The
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Mike Scilliings
Commercial ‘National Bank
United States Depository
SALEM
Priend OF
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Harrrison
Alan
Almanac
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Boston
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