Early Christians and the Christmas Festival Across Ages
A compact history traces Christmas from antiquity through Commodus and Diocletian to modern practice. It notes solstice rites of Britons and Norse roots, early Christian reinterpretation, and the rise of universal observance in America aided by the press. The piece urges observing Christmas in the spirit of Christ and acts of charity over mere gift giving, citing More blessed to give than to receive.
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Commodus
Diocletian
Nicomedia
Jesus Christ
Christ
Britain
Judea
United States
Pilgrim Fathers
Christmas Gift Suggestion From Unmarried Friends
The note urges single friends to give toys to name a little orphan on Christmas day. It claims parents will be busy and happy but suggests contributing toys as a way to ensure the day is enjoyable for the orphan and implies good value for money.
Cheery Words Boost Morale Yet Cost Is Low
A lighthearted note suggests cheerful language can lift spirits without significant expense. It encourages adding small positive phrases in daily conversations and social settings to brighten moods.
Attractions Abound With Reasonable Town Offerings
The article touts abundant attractions and affordable options for visitors and locals alike, noting a wide range of bargains and services available for personal needs and leisure.
Christmas Edition Preview From The Pearvpester
The Pearvpester announces a Christmas edition ahead of schedule to reach readers next Wednesday. It notes a holiday vacation for the staff on Christmastide and promotes ads guiding shoppers for gifts. The issue promises Christmas and New Year stories and a strengthened news service for readers.
Oregon and Washington fire losses in September near 13 million
The September fire losses in Oregon and Washington totaled nearly 13 million dollars. Oregon alone accounted for about 4 million, prompting calls for legislation to cut fees and protect valuable timber assets.
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Oregon
Washington
Rice & Rice Calendar Displayed in Hoseburg
The handsomest calendar for the coming year is shown by Rice & Rice, house furnishers. It features busts of two American beauties, a blonde and a brunette, encircled by a wreath of purple lilac tied with green ribbon, with the firm contributing one calendar.
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Hoseburg
Rice & Rice
Oregon Facts and Figures From State Statistics Gallery
Readable excerpts summarize Oregon admission, population, exports, timber, farms, and geography. It lists electoral votes, port entries, principal exports, capital Salem, population counts (1900), river lumber shipments, total salmon pack, and county names. Also notes government salaries, laws, and legislative terms.
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Oregon
Portland
Salem
Japan
Imad
Columbia River
Astoria
Coos Bay
Oregon City
Roseburg
la Grande
Lane County
Colombia
Columabia
Clatsop
Columbia
Multnomah
Clackamas
Marion
Washington
Wheeler
Yamhill
Tillamook
Polk
Lincoln
Benton
Linn
Lane
Douglas
Coos
Curry
Josephine
Jackson
Klamath
Lake
Harney
Malheur
Cronk
Bangor Exchange to Cease After January
After four months the Bangor Exchange will be no more after January first. It served the Great Central Railroad Company Salt Lake Coos Bay project in Coos Bay country. A decree from headquarters curtailed its existence just as benefits began to appear, per the Portland Journal.
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Bangor Exchange
Great Central Railroad Company
Salt Lake-Coos Bay
Coos Bay
Portland Journal
Anniversary of Ashland spike drives SP line
Wednesday marked the 15th anniversary of driving a golden spike that completed the Southern Pacific railroad link between Portland and San Francisco. The ceremony took place in Ashland.
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Southern Pacific Railroad
Portland
San Francisco
Ashland
Pain Balm Liniment Ad Supposedly Eases Muscular Aches
A fragment claims Chamberlain's Pain Basin and Bound dampened flannel relieves lame buck pains and pains in the side or chest. It asserts Pain Balm has no superior liniment for deep seated muscular and rheumatic pains. For sale by A. C. Marsters.
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Chamberlain
A. C. Marsters
Local residents arrive and school vacations set
Miss Annie Lane visits Roseburg Monday evening. Miss Addie Ellison spends Saturday in Yoncalla. Mrs. Blanche King of Oakland visits her mother. Miss Lizzie Nuttle of Oakland visits with Mrs. Anna Lamb. Dr. Barber and family from Portland arrive. Mrs. Shelley of Eugene visits son Fred Applegate. School closes Friday December 19 for two weeks. Owing to finances the two teacher system changes with Prof. Davis new principal and Miss De Vore primary.
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Annie Lane
Roseburg
Addie Ellison
Ries Hill
Yoncalla
Blanche King
Oakland
Lizzie Nuttle
Anna Lamb
Fred Applegate
Halsey
Dr. Barber
Portland
Moniley
Davis
Mise Riddle
Mise de Vore
Faron
Tithe Guarantee & Loan Co Prints Framing Papers
A note advertises blue prints and fling papers from the Tithe Guarantee & Loan Co inviting the public to inspect materials.
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the Tithe Guarantee & Loan Co
Allies Will Arbitrate in Venezuelan Matter
Secretary Hay has received partial replies from Great Britain Germany and Italy on a plan to arbitrate the Venezuelan difficulties. Britain favors arbitration with safeguards Germany approves in principle but seeks adjustments Italy supports arbitration but expects potential delays from the senior powers.
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Wasnixaros
Hay
Great Britain
Germany
Italy
Hialy
al- Lox
Christmas window displays brighten Roseburg shops
Merchants showcase purple backdrops in festive windows. Displays include Fisher & Bellows handkerchief fence, H Marks & Co bric a brac, Churchill Woolley silverware, Strong furniture and toys, Salzman novelties, and many others highlighting Christmas goods and decorative fixtures across Roseburg stores.
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Fisher & Bellows
H. Marks & Co
Churchill & Woolley
Strong
Josephson
C. B. Cannon
K. Sykes
GW. Rapp
Bryan
Wollenberg Bree
Maybelle Hermann Weds How ard Gately in Washington
The marriage of Miss Maybelle Hermann daughter of Land Commissioner Hermann to How ard Prescott Gately a young attorney in the national capital took place at the Church of the Ascension in Was hington D C. The bride wore white lace over silk with a long train and veil and carried bride roses. The groom’s best man and ushers were eastern gentlemen. Senator Mitchel and Reps Tongue Moody and others attended. A reception followed at Commissioner Hermann’s home before the couple left for their wedding trip to Washington.
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Wasnixerox
Maybelle Hermann
Hermann
Howard Prescott Gately
National Capital
Church of the Ascension
City
Miss Hermann
Thomas C. Nolce
Washington
Senator Mitchel
Tongue and Moody
Mixes Tongue
Oregon
Herman
Gately
Sheriff’s Sale of Delinquent Douglas County Real Property
Notice of sale of real property for taxes for the year 1901 issued by Douglas County Oregon. Counties court warrant compels advertisement and sale of delinquent lands including parcels and penalties, with names and descriptions listed as per tax rolls.
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State of
Oregon
Douglas
Dingle
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