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Newspaper
Roseburg Plaindealer
Location
Roseburg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1902
Page
2
The Roseburg Plaindealer issued twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays under PLAINDEALER PUBLISHING CO. Editors Brookes and Conner. Rates: per year $2.00. City editor Faep Wrient, solicitor T. G. Rere, foreman. Post office entry Roseburg Ore. 28 second class mail matter. December 1 1902.
A Pacific Northwest letter criticizes Multnomah County legislators and Portland boosters over plans for the Lewis and Clark Exhibition. It argues against state funds being tied to Portland subsidies and urges balanced support for the statewide project.
Federal Judge Parker issues an injunction restraining strikers from cutting electric wires and disrupting streetcar operations in New Orleans. Eleven men were arrested for contempt of court for violating the injunction. five were discharged as informers or court hirelings, while those found guilty received long prison terms.
Bishop Worthington of Omaia Neb quotes Gibbon on Rome’s downfall and warns of peril in national prosperity. He cites our blessings and luxuriousness as sin and presumptuous extravagance.
Bryan played a key role in the campaign and again showed he is a strong ally capable of securing Republican votes. The result marks a notable shift in Nebraska as three seats tilt to the party.
The note observes that larger papers carry more substantial content while smaller papers fill space with filler material or irrelevant padding, reducing clarity and usefulness of the issue.
The fragment hints at a political stance suggesting a final campaign in Idaho. It references an imminent move or decision likely tied to a broader strategy or election plan. Further context would clarify the actor and exact timing.
Portland dairy stock health sparks calls for a State Livestock Sanitary Board. A Fairview herd of 120 cows found with tuberculosis leads to four culled animals and a push to inspect all dairy cattle quarterly with a per head fee to cover board expenses. debate centers on who bears costs and the board’s power.
A Mitchell Fulton supporter provides figures on the Legislature for the senator race. He estimates Fulton could secure about 30 assembly votes with 5 going to Malcolm A Moody if Fulton is eliminated. He predicts Fulton may win on the first ballot or soon after, depending on Corbett’s candidacy. The Portland Telegram is cited.
A timeless ad advised prudent housewives to replenish Chamberlain Cough Remedy before winter ends. It claimed prompt results when used at first cold signs and noted no harm to children. The notice urged purchase from A. C. Marsters.
The wedding invitation lists May Belle Hermann daughter of Mr and Mrs Binger Hermann of Washington D C to marry Howard Prescott Gatley a prominent attorney of the National Capital City. The ceremony is set for Wednesday December 17 with plans for a brilliant event at the church of the Aronson in Washington D C.
The column parodies international affairs from coal finds in the Bae mountains to a lecture reportedly given to a Nazi Geological Society claiming the pole can be won. It mentions irrigation surveying in Eastern Oregon, a Russian seizure claim with a $100000 award, Siam royal theater, Kruger, Gardiner Gazette critique, U S Battleship Texas in Norfolk, and a running joke about the ship’s fate.
A consular note reports high bred sheep arriving from the East for Consul Miller at the Miller ranch on the Applegate. Miller showcases an exemplary Applegate farming operation with a model farm and fruit orchard evident in this transfer.
Rippe Oregon November 25 1902 after sixteen months operating general merchandise at Riddle and favorable public support the partners A K Marroox and Co announce the sale of their interest to EK Underwood of New York. They commend patrons for liberal patronage and request continued support for their successor.
The policy continues to be noncontestable and offers security to investors. By November 1902 it had secured 152 policyholders with total new business of 263 000 000 dollars.
The advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive treatment for catarrh, a constitutional disease. It claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces builds constitution and offers one hundred dollars for any cure failure. Testimonials available on request. Fold by druggists at ten cents. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills as the best.
A Tuesday fire at Elam Wilson's house in North Drain engulfed the residence and belongings after the couple awoke to smoke. The roof collapsed before they escaped, and the house was uninsured. Neighbors quickly aided the elderly couple by sheltering them and collecting funds to meet immediate needs.
Roseburg observes Thanksgiving with early business closures and bright sunshine. Residents share meals at home and with the poor while a union service at the Baptist church features Rev. Geo. I. Bennett, blessing the day with gratitude and civic spirit.
Farmers plow and sow grain despite very unfavorable weather. Mrs. E. B. Brockway recovers from rheumatism. Mrs. W. C. Winston hosted guests, Col. Taylor of Ulalls among visitors. A social at Robert Green's is planned for next Saturday. Ministers’ appoints spacing noted. a large Sunday crowd attended Rev. Leonard’s service, but he did not appear. An amusing tale from ex Governor Taylor of Kentucky ends with a stranger asking where they are from.
A dated advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a cure for sleeplessness, stomach upset, and general weakness. It claims benefits for stomach, kidneys, bowels, and liver, offering a 50 cent price and a money back guarantee by A C Marsteraid & Op. Druggist.
A few Bronze turkey gobblers are for sale as price winners at the Late District Fair in Roseburg. They must be sold by November 20. Inquiries to Mrs J H Short, Rospining, Nip.
An advertisement from Fresno California promotes KL Be Catarrh Cure as a remedy for dyspepsia indigestion and stomach weakness caused by catarrh. It claims to restore taste and smell improve appetite and relieve belching bloating and foul breath with directions for use and a free book on catarrh.
Yoncalia items note James Ambrose visiting Roge burg on Wednesday and many locals and guests seen about town. Dr Gilmoure from Oakland made a business call Saturday while Capt Ben Boswell and Rev James Moore visited friends. The Yonealla Public School plans a December 19 end of term with an evening entertainment.
Axaliy Ledge gains a J. C. Olinghouse near Binger after trapping two bears and injuring another. Rogue River flood risks washing away fifty feet of the Tole dam, while a new entrn dam is feared. Geo. Eff buys furniture from Rice Rice in Roseburg. A snow storm mildly melts in the valley. Snow depth rises in the mountains signaling mud for glacier miners. Henry York, pioneer resident of Murphy, dies at Applegate. Glendale Lumber Co. area to form a new school district, breaking from districts 119 and 77. F. B. Hamlin orders the organization proceeds. meeting set for December 4 with Arelie Wilem as temporary clerk. District expected to host about 20 school children. Visitors include W. S. Britt of Riddle, noted surveyor and U S Land Commissioner, whose broad experience enriches the local scene.
Looking Glass items note the near completion of the beautiful new residence of Whi Ollivant. Mr. Spaugh runs a thriving feed mill business and Chas Williams and Cora Goodman wed by Justice Buell. Iver Johnson, longtime Circle City Alaska resident, visits Circle City relatives with gifts including a gold watch for Mrs. Strand and an old pin for Mr. Straw.
The column notes several births including a daughter born to the wife of Mr Wm Howard and a son born to the wife of Mr Blanchard. It mentions Mr and Mrs Wardrip visiting relatives in Myrtle Creek and Mrs Joe Howard traveling with her daughters Nandas ask Riva and Jithson. Clifton left for Prineville to join her husband for the winter in Eastern Oregon.
A garbled note from BF. F. Parreason thanks patrons in San Francisco for past favors and wishes them well with the successor as Tan eas ident. The message hopes for continued support and full satisfaction from readers.
Debtors who owe F. F. Patterson for laundry work up to November 1 12 are urged to visit the office of Attorney Frank G. Mircelli Review Building and settle immediately.
The Kenit Court of Oregon issues a summons against Lulu B Thomason and others in a contract dispute. Publication is required six weeks from the first publication dated December 2, 1902, with court action to proceed under the Hon. J Williams.
A damaged OCR record notes a land claim and registration process under the Rosebury office. It mentions land value for agriculture, a claim period ending February, and references to a receiver and official fees. Names and places are unclear due to garbled text.
Notice by Frederick A Keins living in Portland Oregon extends a claim for the NW See 3 Tp 6N 9W in California and Washington Territory. The register Charles Thom Ben Thom and John Thom of Roseburg and Cleveland Oregon attest. Land claimants must file by February 1 with the land office and appear to protest.
A legal notice announces an execution and sale in the matter of fog teins Comms State of Oregon versus Bank of Rensburg and others. The document cites a judgment dated November 12, 152 and a sale entry to be conducted under court seal, with various parties named and a schedule of costs and disbursements referenced.
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