Portland and Oregon News Highlights Across 1900s Reports
A Portland audit fixes Union County 1900 assessment at 4 million.(Eastern party considers establishing a wool allotment at La Grande.) Simmone, a Wool stock doctor, named cam trees at Fort Lepawal Indian school at per annum. James Ekrice, 74, dies at asylum in Salon of aylexy. home Portland. Morris Sterniels, former Lipman, Wolfe & Co. man, killed in New York trolley crash. Northwest Episcopal conference to meet in Salem September 27. Bishop Andrews to preside. Brown son dies after tolling fall in Wallowa. mother away. Portland creditors seek extension for Taul F. Moher transport debts. committee to negotiate. Boltor ships cows with calves to Lower Trout for grazing. price data. Deputy Marelat Roberts arrested as British deserter. to Portland. Large sheep drive in Wallowa mountains. list of losses. Accidents in Chicago City Congregational church collapse injures man. Bankruptcy petition filed by John Gollally of Sipleopath County with assets around 7000. creditors react to business failure.
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Union County
Portland
Morris Sterniels
Rmeorber
Lipman, Wolfe & Co
New York
Thirds Avenue
North Pacificc Conference
German Muethodiet Episcopal Chore
Oregon
Wasrington
Salem
Thavesay
Bishop Andrews
Charles Brown
Wallowa
Wallowae County
Waeter
Bie Mmether
Taul F. Moher Transportation Enterprises
Portland Aid Pe Ee
Jon Tan ix
Wwoehler
Atypear Ag
Clairnos
KG. Boltor
Cootheasters
Wales
Harney
Marelat Roberts
Ht. Wilson
Astoria
Abs Orentia
Wilson
Peter Boudin
Long
Heme
Patinter
Chiigon
An Unclear Wire Service Item from Early News
Fragmentary text describes a family tragedy and political unrest with references to Joli Late Anita Tate and distant places. Mentions a meeting in Due Moines and a factional call from cities including Clinago Hoxton Cincinnati Cleveland. Ongoing constitutional issues are hinted.
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Anita Tate
Etyot
Joli Late
Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Claims Wide Fame
A 19th century promotion notes Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as the record cure for female ailments. It claims millions women restored to health and that all letters are answered by women, with free literature and certificates offered.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Fragmented OCR note on publication delays and access
An OCR fragment discusses waiting for a better view or copy before public release. It mentions standard timing and the need for a clearer version to proceed, implying delays in making material available to readers.
Striking Coal Miners Face Tense Standstill Across Districts
Reports from Scranton to Wilkes Barre on September 26 describe miners and operators in a standoff over a looming strike. Pinkerton guards, deputized sheriffs, and railroad measures heighten fears of violence as unions push for work stoppages and mine reopenings.
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Scranton
Win District
Lackawanna Railway
Revolutionary War General Howe Death Mystery
Fragmentary report recalls William Howe a British general in the American War of Independence. It references his death near 1776 era events and hints at confusion surrounding the circumstances, with remarks attributed to a News Agency editor and a focus on Howe’s role in the war.
Found Guilty of Shooting Governor William Goebel in Frankfort
Jury convicts Jainew Llowirl of murdering Governor William Goebel, sentencing him to death. The trial, held near the state capital, concludes after a verdict read as January 1.
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William Goebel
Frankfort
Met
Wheat market gains and closing mixed on major exchanges
Reports from J. L. Bay & Co. indicate a firmer wheat market with prices showing a half cent gain as Liverpool opens lower and New York closes higher. Prices moved on orders with demand easing at primary markets, while stocks rose on Saturday amid cautious trading.
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J. L. Bay & Co
Chicago Board of Trade
New York Stock Exchange
Clowe
Iverpool
New York
Abbot Sets New World Trotting Record at Terre Haute
Terre Haute Indiana September 2 The Abbot driven by Geers posts another world trotting record after a fast finish. Ed Gaylord of Denver owns Coney which sprinted to a quick pace but fell short of the record. The event drew attention for two notable feats and the crowd noted the dramatic performances.
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Terre Haute
Indiana
Ind
Geers
Coney
Ed Gaylort
Denver
County Treasurer Seeks Missing Funds After Vault Search
In a late night inspection the county treasurer checked the vault seeking the eight hours of unaccounted funds. Banter among teens and chatter about the vault’s contents create a murky scene as investigators pursue the missing money.
Wheat freight rate talks face uphill battle in Oregon and Washington
In Walla Walla a effort to secure a mediation of freight rates to Portland faces resistance from lower-cost rivals. The Oregon Railroad Navigation Company and the Washington & Columbian River Railway reportedly approved the subject for discussion, but the farmers still see obstacles to achieving a reduced wheat rate.
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Walla Walla
Sept. Si
Portland
Oregon Railromt & Navigation
Washington & Coluntin Fiver
Unclear OCR Report From Lower Urasoe and Colorado River
Fragmented text notes water conditions at Lower Urasoe and Colorado River, mentions Lawrange and slow reform, plus a town and week movies list. The readable items are scattered and no clear events or dates emerge.
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Diline
Rept
Tio
Peporta
Iitigate
Fiat
Urasoe
Colorado River
Lawrange
Alletin
Enardville
Banntiay
Roosevelt visit draws crowded opening at opera house
The article notes a large audience at the opera house for Roosevelt’s appearance in Denver. A second event is planned for the afternoon at the concert hall, while street activity andtorchlight procession are also mentioned.
Distress on the River Yet: London Struggles With Invasions
A cryptic London report describes fretful advices facing a foe invading land. It mentions casualties, property loss, and law disruptions as authorities try to quell unrest along the inland routes and waterways.
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London
General Woodford Married
A brief item reports General Stewart L. Woodford, former minister to Spain, married today in New York to a private member of a select family. The notice notes a quiet ceremony with few relatives present.
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General Woodford
New York
Cloneral
Stewart L. Woidiond
Spain
Hanwen
Gil Groow
Germany and Britain Clash Over Chinese Affairs War News
Reports from Shanghai September note German ships and the German minister arriving for consultations at Tien Tein. England drafts a reply to Germany while tensions rise over Pekin and the Tien Tein railway. Chinese intrigue and missionary losses are mentioned amid diplomatic maneuvering.
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Shanghai
Moan Wilderan
Tien Tein
Soldier traffic split fuels dispute on western routes
Reports from Kan Fraversed to Walla Walla and Fort Worth detail shifting patronage among transcontinental lines. The Santa Fe, Oregon Navigation, and other firms fight for eastern traffic while a Manila return flow adds to the congestion. Officials warn of possible cancellations to division deals as lines dispute shares.
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Houral Wohdier
Banta Fe
Doldier Bisview
Royal Baking Powder Promises Healthful Baked Goods
The note extols baking powders including Royal and Alun for making biscuits breads and cakes more digestible and wholesome. It claims Royal improves flavor and healthfulness, easing digestion for delicate or enfeebled persons, and suggests warm servings with reduced stomach distress.
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Frederick Nolf
Etoile Gil
Wiraltier
Hal
Hitr
Tienes
Lero
Elis
Alexander & Hexter
Boston
Watlermade
Pendleton’s Big Store
Washington & Colonia River
Earlaut
A.C. Shaw & Co
W. J. Sewell
Mer
Joseph Ell
Main Street
Pondieton
Castoria
Femore
Joe Basler
THE
East Oregonian
Pacific Northwest
Nuws
Conneylvania
Clinago
Hoxton
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Diate
Lydia B. Pinkham
Oyle
Hinkerton
Pao
Sophih
Markle
Panter
Markle Bros
Mik Che
Ehowol
Wilkowlarre
Lehigh Vallee En Tral
Pennsylvania
Haseltyn
Pinkerton
Father Phiips
Hones
Teng
Rome
Biwok
Saplon
Atric
Ehinghee
Thaddore
Atie Pomcele
Henwerdd Cove
Clive
Maine
Lord Howe
Lavnidon
Brian Mowe
Eerie
Bedthelt
Ameria i
Howe
Ile Baie Cremonn
Lee
Amerie
William Howe
Aimerican Joreow
James Howard
Waali
Boyt
Kalrhaven
Wash
Mere
New York MA
Ket
Berimy
Colorado
Hoosevelt
Roosevelt Tralia
Denvir
Pible
Iceland
Addy
Wadh
Boot
Chaffer
Tien Tsin
Count Walderses
Taka Oo
Germany
England
Chaffoe Witte
Hang Chang
Waldersee Ail Taku
Russia
Bay
Datthouip
Ehipa
Rasala
Pekin
Leon
China
Noader
Lel
Lamon
Tite
Midwayans
G. Hearst
Charlee Hater
Oriental Midway Combination
Hoth
Hiwret
Oliver
Plemest
Lywlly Bunten
Wurt Worth
Fort Worth
To Grande
Moon
Milan
Washington
Nelo A
Oriia Aidloveiy
Ohio
Bok
Alun
Hoval Baking Pow OG
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