Fragmented 19th Century Scribbles and Local Notes
A jumble of fragmented notes reports on a Cuban inventor, a naval rate discussion, exports to Japan, a Confederate veteran’s death, presses in Cottage Grove, horse racing entries for a state fair, a fatal rail incident in Iowa, watermelons in Josephine County, and upcoming harvest shipments with commentary on crop quality and quantity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Washington
Idaho
British Columbia
California
Utah
Colorado
Mantua
Canada
Vie Central Trai
Lar Falls
Liggett
Josephine County
Sion
Forest Fires Burn Across Josephine Grant's Pass Region
Several fires raged over three days in the Tages Creek and Crests districts north of Crants Pass, threatening pine timber and waterworks. The blazes damaged timber owned by mining companies and ranchers as authorities contend with spreading flames and fines levied for violations during the summer season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant's Pass
Aug
Cominy 2
Tages Reekistrict
Crant's Pass
Deus Creek
Otch Danage
Tietrict
Iting
Apportionment of School Funds Reported for Counties
State treasurer announces annual apportionment of school funds by county based on population from the latest census. Marion leads with a regional total near $14,548.20, while Corry receives about $1,160.09 and Douglas $85,579.25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sammy
Charles A. Moore
Marion
Corry
War Ane County
Douglas
Cottage Grove Road Progress Nears Completion in Hard Country
The page notes the final section of the Cottage Grove branch extending eleven miles toward the river valley with substantial trestles and a smooth grade. It mentions delays from spring freshets, expected curves, and future work for ten more miles to finish the road. Depot construction at Cottage Grove proceeds with machinery installed for the new union depot. Grain crops look good and new buildings rise as activity and prosperity spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cottage Grove
Ibduania
Milroad
Ibs
Bohemia
Union
Equitable Savings Officers Seek Ten Percent Deposits
Equitable Savings and Loan Association of Portland, with President Charles Ladd and Vice President TB Wilcox, requests deposits around ten percent. Officials Addince and M F Masrine of Hosheburg, Ore., are noted in the filing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Equitable Savings and Loan Association of
Auction of Secondhand Bicycles by A Q Maturma & Co
A Q Maturma & Co announce stock of secondhand bicycles to be sold at very low prices or disposed of for want of demand as part of a clearance sale. The notice signals a public sale event by the firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diettle
A. Q. Matuirma & Co
Outlaw Tracy Seizes Lake Creek Ranch Near Fellows
Spokane reports Tracy, the outlaw, spent Monday at rancher L. L. Eddy on Lake Creek about 342 miles south of Fellows. He appeared Sunday evening and remained through Monday, forcing feed and weapon maintenance, while a youth G F Goldfinch touched off the alert to Davenport authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Davenport
Creston
Tracy
L. L. Eddy
Lake Creek
Fellows
G. F. Goldfinch
Eddy
Goldstinch
Goldfinch
Tracy’s Tragic End by Self Inflicted Gunshot
Spokane report states Harry Tracy killed himself with a brain shot around 11 PM after a pursuit near the Eddy farm. A posse pursued him through a barn and wheat field as they fired repeatedly, locating his body at daybreak with 15 shots fired, two hitting him in the leg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Wash
Harry Tracy
Young Goldfinch
Creston
Tracy
Eddy Farm
Eddy Yard
Eddy
Reward Payout Contingent on Posse Action in Tracy Death
The Telegram quotes Governor Geer saying the surrounding posse should receive the state reward for Tracy’s death. He asserts Tracy killed himself after being wounded to avoid hanging, crediting the posse as responsible for his death and reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarem
Tracy
Geer
Inquest Held Over Tracy in Davenport
Crowds gathered at the Sheriff's office in Davenport to view Tracy's body after a self inflicted 45 calibre revolver shot. The inquest was held at 2 o'clock in Davenport and the body remained there pending identification by Salem prison officials. Posses from Creston Washington aided in locating Tracy and the sheriff weighed where to transport the body, with Seattle as a likely destination pending reward settlements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tracy
Davenport
C A Straub
L Lanter
Maurice Smith
G J Morrison
Frank Lillingren
Creston, Wash
Salem
Seattle
Washington
Oregon
Bloody career of escaped killer Harry Tracy spans Oregon to Washington
The article recounts Harry Tracy escaping Oregon State Penitentiary in June with David Merrill after killing three guards. Tracy killed Merrill near Napavine, Washington on June 28 and shot Deputy Sheriff Charles Raymond, Officer E. Breeze, and mortally wounded Neil Rawley in Seattle area on July 3. He eluded posses, robbed farmers, and forced help to cover tracks, including a 16 hour Puget Sound voyage with six captured men. Earlier crimes include 1897 murders in Colorado.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Tracy
Oregon State Penitentiary
Salem
David Merrill
Frank W. Ferrell
G. R. T. Jones
B.F. Tiffany
Frank Ingram
Tracy
Merrill
Napavine
Wash
Seattle
Charles Raymond
E. E. Breeze
Neil Rawley
South Bay
Olympia
Clark
Puget Sound
Valentine Hoge
Colorado
William Strong
Senator Mitchell to Mowali Talks on Oregon Legislation
Senator John G. Mitchell returns from Washington to Oregon and plans travel to Mowali to study legislation affecting the state. He says Congress had a fiery session with many important matters disposed of and hints at forthcoming measures to promote the state's interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Portfaxo
John G. Mitchell
Washington
Nate
Ted
Ty Regan
Withaail
Honolulu
Tortiie
mid-Pacific Islands
Congress
Atticlades
Ors
Glal
Ible
Tod
Ory
Seattle
Rest Cottage Offers Quiet Stop Near Eugene
A fragmentary notice describes a pleasant stop named Farmar Reet Cottage in Eugene. It invites travelers and farmers to pause before continuing their journey, promising rest and a cordial reception and suggesting a return courtesy to the Eugene Grand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belize
Baiklers
Eugene
Pern
Newport Tickets Promote Summer Ocean Retreat
Southern Pacific Company with the Corvallia & Eastern railroad offers round trip tickets from all Oregon points to Newport at special reduced rates. Available June 1 through October 7, with return until October 7. Inquiries to local agents for full details and arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Southern Pacific
Corvallie & Eastern Railroad
Oregon
Newport
Gem
Normal School Opens Reforms and New Year Plans
Announcement notes the Normal will open Monday September 8 with students and teachers ready. Emphasizes practical English mathematics science and improved facilities to aid placement and certificates. Contact I Orentz president for information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adress
Orentz
Californian Catarrh Cure Promised to Cure Thousands
Causes hacking cough and chest soreness. yields yellow matter and worsens at night leading to consumption. Catarric Care in small doses claims to be a positive expectorant with tonic effects. Sold by druggists with a book on Catarrh. Smith Brow, Freeno, Onl.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith Brow
Freeno
Onl
Also Mentioned on This Page
R. A. Booth
A.C. Marsters
Douglas County Bank
Wic Galey
Board OF
Pow, Benson
R.A. Brootil
Booth
J.T. Breeders
Mender
B. W. Strong
Roseburg, Ore
IF. Barker
Kruse & Newland
Dever
Flint’s Shoe Store
Farmers Livery
C. W. Parks & CO
FED and Sale Stable
Empire
Liver, Feed and Sale Stables
C. P. Barwann
Prop
Gyvyen
Marshfield
Coon Bay
Mack Weaver Roseberg
Salzmain Watchmaker
Rosebuimg, Ore
Cuba
Tsb Holfdteller
Alent
Seattie
Urecon
Comnatone
Joseph EB
Meguiginaviry
Rant
Chicago
Bohemia Nugget
Sagect
Josephine
The
Bohemia Railroad
Alpi
Ward
Mitchell
Mowali
Roseburg
Seside Resort
State Normal School
Currier’s Grocery
Monopole Brand
Wollenberg
Cool Bay
Mowlay
Drain
Oz Bay
J. R. Sawyers
Uregun
Uncle Sam
Aundry
Norman & Company
Hendricks Meck
Locity
Churchill
Woolley
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!