Shifting Timber Policies Face Repeal Debate
Commissioner Hermann presses repeal or major change to the timber and stone act and forest reserve lieu land law to curb land speculation. Senator Quarles, Representative Lacey show little guarantee of action this session, amid push for a strong livestock and packing center market strategy led by producers and inspectors.
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Improvements Needed to Finish Hogs for Market in Portia District
In Portia Oregon on December 15 1902 a correspondent analyzes hog finishing for rail shipments to Seattle Tacoma and Troutdale. He notes higher prices require better finishing including feeding peas corn green fodder and quality shelter. wheat alone proves inadequate with farmers urged to diversify feed and improve housing to boost fattening and market suitability.
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Seattle
Tacoma
Troutdale
Onions as Profitable Crop in Southern Oregon
A Southern Oregon Telegram report praises profitable onion farming, noting a man earned about 1000 net on just over two acres by studying the business, choosing soil and fertilizer, irrigating, and selecting the best varieties. Neighbors follow, plans for a warehouse arise, and the piece urges more Oregon growers to expand onions for home use and export.
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Oregon
Portland
Smith Dandruff Pomade Promises Quick Scalp Relief
Advertises Smith Dandruff Pomade claiming itching stops after one application and dandruff is removed within three to six uses. Claims hair loss stopped. price 60. Sold by Marsters Drag Co. mitf.
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Marsters Drag Co
Dr King’s New Life Pile Offered at A C Marsters & Co
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pile products for dyspepsia dizziness headache and liver or bowel troubles. The copy claims gentleness and thoroughness and lists A C Marsters & Co’s Drug Store as the place to obtain it.
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A. C. Marsters & Co
Death of Sol Hirsch the Portland Pioneer Merchant and Diplomat
Solomon Hirsch a pioneer Portland merchant and former Minister to Turkey died of heart failure at 11 05 Monday morning after a brief illness. Born in Germany March 25 1839 he moved to New York then Portland in 1864 and served in the state legislature and as president of the senate He was minister to Turkey in 1880 and led Temple Beth Israel The funeral from his Portland residence on Jefferson Street featured Dr Stephen S Wise conducting the services.
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Stephen S. Wise
Indian War Pensions See Prompt Bureau Action
Senator Mitchell urged Pension Commissioner Ware to speed adjudication of Indian War Veteran act claims from Roseburg Oregon. Ware replied that 3054 claims are on file, delays due to veterans incomplete declarations, and promising careful timely review as bureau capacity allows.
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Coal Strike Commission Witness Backs Miners’ Demands
In Scranton Pennsylvania on December 14 Haddock an independent coal operator testified before the strike commission that he supports organized labor and the miners demands. He argued that the current market and prices warrant union demands and accused large companies of restricting output.
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Haddock
US policy on Venezuela seen as strong and dignified
From Baouax on December 16 the opinion says the United States conducts the Venezuelan controversy with dignity. The State Department is praised for guiding Europe's recognition under the Monroe Doctrine as Germany and Great Britain act, noting U S restraint may affect Latin American expectations and future financial and internal stability.
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British Land Troops Fortify Near San Felipe
A Caracas dispatch reports British forces have landed in Venezuela and are constructing fortifications that will encircle San Felipe, signaling a move to threaten the town.
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Venezuela
San Felipe
New Oregon Bills Target Tax Reforms for Schools and Officials
The coming legislature will consider taxing insurance companies to fund schools, fixing county assessor salaries, creating Baker County's separate judicial district, replacing district attorneys with county attorneys, offering fall tax discounts when funds are ample, and changing the delinquency date for taxes. Representative Burleigh of Union and Wallowa counties will sponsor these measures.
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Persian Shah Cuts Harem From 1100 to Sixty Wives
A Vienna cablegram reports Muzaffar al-Din Shah of Persia has reduced his harem from 1100 to 60 wives. The reform is linked to Western ideas learned during a European stay, though Persian critics doubt the shift signals true modernization.
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Jie
Premature Blast Kills Miner at Sweeny Quarry
Poris reports a premature explosion in a bust at the Sweeny quarry this afternoon. Charles Landers was killed and Charles Grier was wounded.
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Charles Landers
Charles Griermot
Death of Mrs Ulysses S Grant in Wasnunecrox
Mercy Ulysses S Grant died at her Wasnunecrox home at 11:17 PM from heart failure worsened by valvular disease and bronchitis. Nellie Grant Sartoris was present, with her three brothers away from the city. granddaughter Mrs Sartoris and Dr Sop among those at the bedside as death neared.
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Tragedy in Lavree as Man Kills Family Then Ends Life
In Lavree Michigan on December 16 John Best, released from the state insane hospital, fatally slashed William Glegg and wounded his wife and two daughters, then shot himself, dying almost instantly. The assault left the family badly injured and elicited aid after the screams drew responders.
Roosevelt Receives Honorary Brotherhood Gift
Quasunsros Dec 13 President Roosevelt was presented with an honorary membership card by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen. The gift is a handsome sealskin album measuring twelve by fifteen inches.
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Local merchants thank patrons after sale of Riddle business
In November 1902 at 2 wore Oregon a general merchandise venture at Riddle is disposed to a New York buyer Mr. A U The note expresses gratitude for sixteen months of liberal patronage from the county people and requests continued support for the new owner and his associates.
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Beautiful Chinaware Display at Young Sams Store
Rosetvary shoppers can view a fine line of chinaware and scrolls at Young Sams store on Jackson Street near the McClallen Hotel. The stock includes elegant vases toys novel ties and other useful and ornamental items. Call to select a tasteful Christmas gift.
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