Fair Pavilion Ready for Opening Week Parade
The Fair Pavilion near Milton Weston and Athens will shine with electric lights and evergreen decorations for the Monday opening. A livestock parade is planned in the forenoon with A. Ruby in charge. families are urged to bring parade items. The interior is being prepared, fruit and grain from Milton Weston and Athens entered, and judges plan a notable exhibit display. Judge T. G. Halley showcases alfalfa crops, while J. C. Mitchell offers a life insurance prize for the largest family trot at the tank exhibit, rewarding a family with $1000 coverage and first-year premium paid in advance.
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Milton
Weston
Athen
Prive Foe Boreest Manilly
J. C. Mitchell
Cape Greardan Case Sparks Noted Trial in Missouri
Cape Grearden Missouri residents Charles M Smith and Charles M Simntth with five tenants were found guilty today of pronase. The sentence was deferred. The Smiths, described as wealthy planters, held an estate with involuntary and unrequited servitude for several weeks while hiring laborers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Grearden
Harles M. Smith
Charles M. Simntth
Smiths
yHeare
Northwest map and tiles on study table described
The article notes decorative items including a large wall map of the northwest, lime tiles and ceramics on a table. Mentions a Bowmen event and various unclear references to locations and exhibit items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Northwest
Bootlegging crackdown ordered in Cullesac Idaho
Sheriff Moore reports steps to curb bootlegging after rumors of illegal saloons near Reubens and Cheney. Investigators claim no licenses at local camps, with penalties and heightened surveillance for firms selling liquor without permits. Restricted districts include Reuben and Cheney areas and railroad camps employing over 25 people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cullesac
Idaho
Cherrif Moore
Reubens
Chikley
Choke Polate
Moore
Wheel Explodes at California Power Works Mill
A wheel in mill ten at California Power Works exploded this morning in Santa Cruz. Percy West, who charged 160 pounds of green powder, was thrown 20 feet into a water flume and badly burned. Rumor says Mugins may withdraw as a candidate for reelection amid a scramble for support behind Lieutenant Governor Bruce.
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Santa Crus
Cal
California Power Works
Percy West
Hwicelns
New York
Mugins
Bruce
Cornerstone laid for Oak County court house in vitriolic speech
On October 21 in Chita Vice-President Fairbanks and Governor Deneth joined Mayor Dunne for the $9,000,000 Oak County courthouse cornerstone ceremony. A military salute opened the event as Fairbanks delivered a denunciation of government ownership of railroads and utilities, praising municipal ownership only as a private right of citizens and warning against state control.
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Chita
Oak County
Vivce-Prezdent Fairbanks
Deneth
Dunne
Fairbanke
Kort killed after town riot in Hayden County
In Oroville on Sept 21 Henry Kort was killed by Constable Highett after allegedly being intoxicated and disorderly during a crowd disturbance at a local seating area. The constable fired twice, striking Kort, and the officer attempted to quell the mob with a pistol.
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Oroville
Col
Henry Kort
Highett
Hayden
Lissen County
Kort
Spyder
Batiie
Local Scores Run Across Cities In September Games
Rosehall scores in Oakbind on September 21 with Los Angeles eight to Oakbind one. Portland hosts Fremch and Port land September 21. Beattle faces Seattle on September 11 with San Francisco one.
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Rosehall
Oakbind
Los Angeles
Body of Engineer Found After Pipeline Accident
The body of engineer de Mreerle was found near the wreckage of a pipeline in the Washington area. The body was removed to a local hospital, and a second body was later identified at the site. Remains were transported to Pendleton for further handling by the local authorities.
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Levigen
de Mreerle
Jobordh
Terry Ning
Thie Place
Washington
Pepe
Mihtani
Roeder Wyideruy
Pendleton
Town of Jellico Hit by Dynamite Blast Kills and Wrecks
A dynamite explosion on the Louisville and Nashville line at Jellico Tennessee destroyed the Standard Oil tank and multiple warehouses and stores. Early reports claim from 70 to over 100 dead with around 250 injured as crowds remove unidentified bodies and identify known victims including John Gordon Walter Rodgers John Cook and George Atkins. The blast occurred near the depot during a train switch. downtown property losses run into millions as townspeople contend with a mining town transformed by the disaster. Police say the blast may have been caused by a man shooting at a target on a car, though other accounts implicate a brewery agent from Cincinnati.
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Jellico
Tenn
Louisville & Nashville
John Gordon
Walter Rodgers
John Cook
George Atkins
Lileness
Tellicote
Kentucky
Walter Reynotae
Cincinnati
Nolice
Cuban Crisis Deepens as Taft Weighs Intervention
Reports from Havana and surrounding regions indicate Cuba faces a critical insurgent threat. Government leaders press Taft to deploy American troops to suppress unrest and protect foreign property as rumors spread of imminent U.S. intervention. Guerra warns of a mass mobilization with 6000 men and a general review, signaling escalating tensions.
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Hava
Taft
Havana
Teft
Bacon
United States
Cienfuesos
Marietta
Soledad
Rebef
Cuba
Thivina
Gueerra
Ladd
United Sues Army
Lane
Guerra
Interven- Ham
Judge Armstrong Uses Coalition to Press Christensen Removal
Salt Lake September 21 Judge Armstrong district court pressed County Attorney Christensen to explain why he should not be removed from office in the ongoing case. Christensen refused to issue a warrant citing insufficient evidence amid a separate adultery complaint from Charles Mbotyn of Owen. In Tecmo the military band contest concluded with the Lew band taking the top prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Lake
Armstrong
District Court
Christensen
Charles Mbotyn
Owen
Will Back Mower Exaggerated Labor Support in Idaho Case
An unclear report describes Mower and supporters tied to Western Petroleum miners and a legal action in Idaho. An affidavit from Steve Adame mentions a statement alleging involvement with Mower. The text is fragmented and omits specific actions, dates, and outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mhlonge, Sey
SpePlie Tdisimeat
Ty Idaho
Exaverior Stunentere
Aseuriie
Steve Adame
TWO CENT ADVANCE IN PRICE OF WHEAT
The wheat harvest in the study region near Boy POM shows growers near completion by week’s end due to recent rains. End of season losses and rising costs are noted as buyers report a two cent advance, with market activity described and concerns over supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Dope
Nountin
Connecticut Nears Ready for Battlefleet Draft
The article notes Connecticut plans to sail on September 28 after final readiness checks. Commander William Swift leads the ship as captain with Deputy Commander William Shoe as executive officer. The battleship, carrying eight hundred men, mounts 12 inch guns in its main battery and turret guns. preparations include placing the guns and completing the main battery. The ship tests include target conditions and potential deployment within the fleet.
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Connecticut
Varloun
Cordutsione
William Swift
Deus
Wiliam Tt
Shoemaker
Agricultural statistics show acreage and livestock changes
Official figures for Great Britain as of June 4 show 7 758 360 acres under crops and grass a drop of 20 048 acres from last year. Horse stock 1 668 683 down 3 752. Cattle 10 854 showing a slight rise and sheep 26 420 460 up, while pigs fell by 101 460. General farming conditions were unusually satisfactory with a relatively prosperous farming population.
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London
Board of Agriculture
Great Britain
Thompson Trial Set For November In Seattle Case
The murder trial of Chester Thompson for Judge Meade Emory's death was set for November 15 in Seattle. Emory opposed Thompson's attentions to his niece Charlotte Whittlesey. Thompson will be defended by his father.
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Seattle
Chester Thompson
Meade Emory
Emory
Thompson
Charlotte Whittlesey
City of Seattle Aground at Trial Is Land
The City of Seattle remains ashore on Trial Is land as work continues on the cargo lettering. Another attempt to float the vessel will be made during high water. No waiter has boarded the ship and the weather remains favorable.
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Seattle
Wash
Trial Island
Regent Rain Benefits Pendleton Health Outlook
Doctors report rain cooled conditions and fewer typhoid cases in Pendleton with most illness imported from surrounding towns. Hospital cases number 15 to 18, city total 25 to 30, and physicians note ongoing work for treatment as health improves with the weather.
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Pendleton
R. BE. Ringo
Ringo
Pendeton
Durie
Fatal Accident On Bridge Truss Near Seattle
A rancher identified as Funnel Graves was instantly killed when struck by a passing train on a trestle near Seattle. The incident occurred around September 21 as the man crawled or moved along the structure, leading to a fatal impact that ended his life at the scene.
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Seattle
Funnel Graves
Mongolia Warship Near Mongolia Trade Route
A faded OCR item describes the SCHL steamer Mongolia and a war float near a Mongolian route, with references to Aton and Midway tela. The wording is unclear but indicates a shipping or naval event involving the Mongolia steamer and related locations.
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Mongolia
Aton
Midway
Tela
Bet
Heirs Accept Amicable Settlement in Sage Will Case
The Sage will probate concludes with 25 nieces and nephews each getting 50000 and minor Edison T. Conrad of Watervliet NY receiving 12500. State Senator Brackett, attorney for heirs, reports no contest. Widow to act as executrix and distribute additional sums to beneficiaries.
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New York
Russell Sige
Edison T. Conrad
Watervilet, X.Y
Brackett
Conrad
Sage
Railroad Money in Politics Hearing In Wisconsin Campaign
A W Trenholm corporate manager of the Chicago St Paul Minneapolis and Great Northern road testified before the state railroad warehouse commission during a hearing led by the Shipowners association. He admitted the line charged no operating expenses and money contributed to La Follette in Wisconsin campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
A. W. Trenholm
Chicago, St . Paul, Minneapoliy
Warrants Issued for Van Auker in Bank Embezzlement
A warrant was issued in Portland for the arrest of B. H. Van Auker the Rainier State Bank cashier accused of embezzling 1627. He escaped detectives last night and is now a fugitive. He was seen in Portland this morning after being found bound in the bank on Labor Day with a story of a sensational robbery.
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Portland
Ore
van Auker
Rainier
Tite
Woman Burned to Death in Tacoma Fire Debacle
A woman perished in a Tacoma blaze that destroyed the Tacoma East depot, two livery barns, and surrounding buildings. The inferno, reported September 21, also scorched horses and vehicles, with property losses around 200000 dollars. The husband discovered the body among the ruins at dawn.
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Tacoma
Petereon Sae
Tacomas
Ing Howe
Dong
Lipton Sets Sail for America Amid Challenger Visit
London reports Sir Henry Lipton will not rush into the challenger matter as he travels to America today. Lipton sails with Mrs Lipton and their party, accompanied by Captain Ytee Puy O Coner and wife, heading for the United States.
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London
Sir Henry Lipton Saveth
Othe Ohallenger
America
Lipton
Ytee Puy O'Conoer
Enright Becomes Private Secretary in Janesville
Janesville Wisconsin reports John B. Enright of the city has been appointed private secretary. The note mentions Governor Heneyvat Smith of the Philippines in connection with the appointment.
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Enright
Janesville, Wik
John B. Enright
Heneyvat Smith
Philippines
Illogical OCR Fragment Update Notable Names
Fragmentary note from New York dated September discusses Tarriman Rockefeller and Smith oxmate recall. Mentions Milwaukee and St Paul possible transfer to Thien Paelfield. Outcome may affect a deal involving Hare viniin and a New York home.
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New York
Jaen
Tarriman
William Rockefeller
Smith
Miwaukee & Bt
Paul
Thien Paelfield
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Reghen
Cheney
Lee
Pmeras KS
Duane Liston
Presdent
Kor
Hhghett
Fremch
Eveis Te Pont
Jellico, Tennessee
Miznes Su
Pandini
Uban
Gant
Amercon
Goce
Haven
Retwis
Gueera
Christenson
Tecmo
Consors
Siilerae
England
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Pendicton
van Acker
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Will Polly
Therion
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