Twentieth Anniversary of Rev Potwine at Church of the Redeemer
The reception Tuesday night for Rev W E Potwine marked twenty years as rector. About 150 guests attended at the parish house as a handsome oak desk and chair were presented by friends. Colonel Boyd made the presentation, Bishop Morris sent word he could not attend due to sickness, and Rev John Warren spoke farewell. Potwine noted the flock grew from 18 to about 150 in twenty years.
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W. E. Potwine
W. B E. Potwine
BE. D. Boyd
Hailey
Morris
Mercham
John Warren
Potwine
Pendleton
Moody reports slower rush at land office after reserve opening
Congressman Moody returning from La Grande to The Dalles says the land office did not see the expected rush. He notes about one third of the 36,000 acre tract had been applied for by bona fide settlers already on the land prior to the sale.
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Moody
la Grande
Dalles
Pound as a Powerful Alterative Tonic and Blood Purifier
An advertisement touts Pound as a potent alterative tonic and invigora tor claimed to purify the blood. It notes the product is sold only through select channels, implying limited distribution and exclusivity.
Moody bill opens lands as 75,000 acres taken
The message of the Moody bill opens a reserve and states that between 40,000 and 5,000 acres were filed on the opening date. Most filings were by attorneys or representatives for buyers. Only a small portion of government land remains vacant. About 75,000 acres have been taken from the 90,000 acres opened.
Civil Service Exam for Mail Carriers Set Oct 15
Notices posted in town announce a civil service examination at the court house on October 15 for two carriers and a substitute for free mail delivery to start next year. Applications must be filed with Ralph L. Howland by October 6. US civil service blanks available via Secretary Howland. This is the second exam after the first was rolled back when free delivery plans changed.
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Court House
Ralph L. Howland
Board of Civil Service Examiners
United States Civi Service
Howland
Doe captured by Coe Barnant on Deep Creek chase ends in death
Coe Barnant, riding a saddle horse, lassoed a full grown doe near Deep Creek after three near catches. The deer died the next day, likely from thirst or a broken heart, while tied to a willow. the fawn was nursing when chased.
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Coe Barnant
Coe
Jair —Fosal
Dean's Ointment offers relief for itching piles and eczema
Those suffering from the terrible plague of itching piles or eczema find immediate relief and a permanent cure with Deans Ointment. Free samples available at Brock and McComas, druggists, on Monday September 22.
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Dean
Brock & McComas
Excursion to Washington for G A R encampment trip
The O R N Co offers a round trip to Washington for the G A R encampment from October 6 to 11. Fare is 60.85 with sale dates September 29 and 30. Limit 30 days. Passengers may choose routes for going and returning.
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Washington, D. C
For Sale Two Snaps from Yoakum and Barnhart Farms
Two farms described for sale from Yoakum on Umaitla River and Barnhart on Wild Horse Creek with Bentley and Hartman as agents. The notice lists farm properties available for purchase and agent names.
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Yoakum
Umatila River
Barnhart Farm
Wild Horse Creek
Bentley & Hartman
Personal mentions fill Pendleton town notes
The item lists numerous residents and visitors in Pendleton and nearby towns including F. Moore, T. J. Kirk, M. Walrus, Frank Spike, James A. Feewae, Dr. Cole, J. Derr, Rev. Thoroughman, Maggie McCorkell, Minnie Taylor, Isaac Major, H. C. Adams, Dale and Al Stusher, Bob Wilner, Will Konasek, Colonel J. H. Peare, E. W. Bartlet, AWA. Cole, and Vincent’s AWA. Cole, with others from La Grande, Moscow, and Spokane, along with trips to Walla Walla, Seattle, Portland, and Pendleton’s woolgrowers.
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F. Moore
Adame
T. J. Kirk
Athena Ll
A. L. Thoroughman
Spokane
Ed Earl
Maggie MecCorkell
Minmie Taylor
Weston
Isaac Major
H. C. Adams
Golden Rule
County
Dale
al Stusher
Chicago
Business
Bob” Wilner
Walla Walla
Will Konasek
Idabeev
Charles W. Turner
la Grande
W. E. Potwine
la Grande Chronicle
William Roesch
Pendleton
Hert Danner
Ralph Howland
Portland
Salem
Myrtle Hager
Francis Haker
Ed Culp
Seattle
L. L. Tallman
J. V. Tallman
Michigan
Mr. Tallman
Early history of The Dalles and eastern Oregon trade
The Dalles grew as a trade hub from early settlement aided by river steamers and the Oregon Steam Navigation Company. The 1862 gold boom boosted its prominence with miners and outfitting stores. Stock, cattle, and sheep ranching soon joined mining as key local industries, despite transportation gaps eastward to markets.
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Oregon
Dalles
Euste
Wasco
Mary
Mossie, McFarland
C. W. Denton
Mim Creek
Middle River
Portland
Hradford & Co
Oregon Steam Navigation Company
J. Pierpont Morgan
Idaho
U. Ss. N. Company
Dulles
Cascade
Canyon City
Salmon River
Cheyenne
Pacific
Sheep Industry Enthusiasm Shown at Association Meeting
The association meeting highlighted continued strong enthusiasm for the sheep industry with multiple successions noted, reflecting ongoing interest and leadership within the sector.
Haytian forces defeated at Limbe under General Norde
In Limbe Cape Hayton on September 18 a three hour battle pitted 3000 Haytian provisions government troops under General Norde against a 4000 strong opposing force. The defeat left the city anxious as the enemy advances toward the capital.
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Norde
Limbe
Cape Hayton
Hayti
Cresceus Falls Trotting King Fails to Beat Mile Record
Cresceus, celebrated trotting horse from Cresceus Falls in Philladelphia, attempted to break the mile record yesterday. The first try ended with a fall near 160 yards from the finish, the mile in 2:08. A subsequent attempt ran the mile in 2:06, a little faster but not enough to set a new mark.
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Philladelphia
Cresceus
Most Effective Advertising Principles
The passage argues advertising should attract attention and appeal to the brain without exaggeration. It stresses sincerity, factual statements, and careful presentation as keys to trust. Confidence in messaging underpins success for prominent advertisers.
Irrigation Congress Trip From October to Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs and Return fifty dollars for the Tenth National Irrigation Congress meeting in Colorado Springs Col October 6 to 30 day limit tickets sold October 2 and 3 stop-overs allowed O R N Co offers travel from Philadelphia to the event with messenger service noted in the Philadelphia Press excerpt
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Colorado Springs
Tenth
National Irrigation Congress
Col
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W. J. Furnish
Fleet Chamberlain
Fred Shoemaker
Hutter Creek
Fred
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Alaska
Mr. Matlock
J.B. Despain
Ukiah
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Charley Despain
Ukkah
Ja Pallett
Woolgrowers' Association
Crook County
Prineville
Woolgrowers’ Association
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Cascade Range
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