First Decision Against Senator John H Mitchell
Judge DeHaven in Federal Court upholds the bribe indictment against United States Senator John H Mitchell. Trial set for June 20 on charges he accepted a fee from Frederick A Kribs for speeding action on land claims. Defense seeks a possible new trial if the first trial falters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
John Jdehaven
United States
John H. Mitchell
Mitchell
Frederick A. Kiibs
Oregon
John M. Thurston
C.J. Reed
de Haven
J. S. Sladen
George H. Marsh
Federal
Oliver E. Pagin
Kribs
Ito
Gardiner Plans July Fourth Celebration In 100F Heat
Gardiner Fourth of July committee met on Wednesday June 7 in the 100F heat. Minutes reference the last meeting with Wm Bornheart. Decorations by Gardiner Brase Ban and fireworks coordinated by A J Henderson F M enseS Noel and others. A program list includes Beckmen, Harry Jackson and Mrs C O Beckman with Eva and Masde Cornwall. advertisement by ER Lyster and lunch planned by Ladies Aid Merchal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardiner
Wm Bornheart
Gardiner Brase Ban
J Henderson
F Menses Noel
J Idding
Hickeheir
Beckmen
Agas
Harry Jackson
C O Beckman
Eva
Masde Cornwall
ER Lyster
Ai Merchal
A F Smith
Sensational murder trial in Grants Pass over 1903 Dunlap killing
Ingram and Dodson face Josephine County jury after a dramatic trial detailing a planned murder tied to a hidden gold hoard. Dodson and Ingram's son Lloyd corroborate, while the court heard of repeated attempts, confessions, and the pair's drinking spree after the crime. Verdicts follow in Grants Pass and nearby Douglas County proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grants Pass
Andrew M. Ingram
William Dunlap
Louse Creek
Josephine County
Dodson
Ingram
Dunlap
Good
Lloyd Ingram
Ingram Senior
Torante Pass
Grants Page
Hanna
Andy Ingram
Douglas
Josephine
William Donlap
Masonic Grand Chapter Convened in Portland Oregon
The 45th annual convocation of the Royal Arch Masons of Oregon met in Portland and reported strong yearlong progress. Officers for the coming year were elected including Grand High Priest Edward Biddle of Dallas and many other officers from Salem Eugene La Grande Oregon City Portland and Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Royal Arch Masons of
Oregon
Thomas F. Ryan
Oregon City
Royal Arch Masons
Eugene
Edward Biddle
Dallas
Lor L Pearce
Salem
F M Davey
Union
A H Steiner
J P Mason
Albany
J F Robinson
Ed Kiddle
la Grande
Yoran
F J Miller
A J Marshall
J C Buchanan
Oscar Hayter
J M Howe
Grand Sentinel
J G Pomasini
Henry Rowe
Wright Named Local Agent for Portland Service Co in Roseburg
Mr Wright accepts the local agency for the Portland Service Co and will locate visitors in suitable rooms. Applicants are advised to interview him to learn prices before leaving Roseburg. Investigate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright
Portland Service Co
Roseburg
Untangling Norway and Sweden Union Tensions
King Oscar's letter to the Norwegian Storthing defines his stance on dissolution of the union. The Storthing refers the document to a special committee and adjourns. In Stockholm workers repel coercive measures and pledge strikes as unions urge Sweden to support Norway's liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar
Storthing
Luther Burbank the Wizard of the Plant World
Luther Burbank the Sonoma County horticulturist developed many varieties and was funded by Carnegie Institute with 10,000 dollars annually for ten years. He created the white blackberry and over 2000 plant varieties while dreaming of feeding the world with better crops and flowers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther Burbank
Wizard OF
the Plant World
California
Darwin
Sonoma County
Cal
Mr. Burbank
Burbank
Felds
Santa
Rosa Fara
Carnegie Institute
Timber land homesteading upheld in Draeger Lyons case
A Eureka California land office letter clarifies that timber land may be homesteaded. The assistant commissioner states public land laws do not prohibit homesteading land classified as timber, noting that acreage with timber is not a factor if the claimant meets the homestead requirements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eureka
Cal
George W. Draeger
Josef Lyons
Prairie
First Whipping Post Victim in Oregon Jail
Charlee McGinty, convicted of wife beating, endured 20 lashes with a black snake whip in the county jail as the new whipping post law took effect. The scene drew sheriff and deputies, with McGinty showing shock and weakness but no vocal protest as he was led away afterward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlee McGinty
Metrinty
McGinty
Wickhams Restaurant
Sixth Street
Mcainty
Frazer
Hell
Tin
Delaware
Giratton
Sneiff Word
Mctivity
Littl
Mctsinty
Pekin Government to Aid American Boycott
Reports from Pekin and Washington describe Chinese interest in retaliatory measures against American exclusion policies. A Chinese poster warned of a death penalty for buying American wood and fumigation of Americans at entry ports. Officials in China express misunderstanding but seek a speedy adjustment. The American president demands sensible enforcement, focusing on excluding only coolies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honolulu
Jane
Hiloe
Pekin
Rockhill
America
Hawaiian
Philippine Islands
Washington
Metcalf
Oregon Crop Summary Shows Rapid Growth After Rain
Weekly crop conditions in Oregon note cloudy cool start with widespread rains followed by warm clear weather. Conditions improve across fields with rapid growth in corn potatoes and onions as fall grain continues to mature amid the favorable conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
United States Weather Bureau
Agricultural Outlook in Willamette Valley and Oregon
Reports show barley and rye nearing ready for harvest while spring wheat and oats grow well. The grain aphis remains numerous but damage is limited. Gardens improve, grasses and hay are advancing, pastures stay in good condition, and dairy cattle prosper. Fruit ripening slow with below average cherry, peach, prune, and early apple yields. bush fruit sets well with abundant prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willamette Valley
Oregon
Lake Shore Special Breaks Record on Test Run
The Lake Shore special completed a test run from Buffalo to Chicago covering 527 miles in 470 minutes. It established a new speed record of 67.95 miles per hour as part of plans for a faster New York to Chicago service competing with the Pennsylvania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Lake Shore
Bafalo
New York
Laxative Effect Noticed in Chamberlains Tablets
Advertises Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as a natural laxative with agreeable effect. Sold by A C Marsters Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
A.C. Marsters
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Demurrer
Judge DeHaven
Beney
Heney
Senator Mitchell
Rubber Coods
Masonic Lodge
Rikelag
Sweden
Stockholm
Rikedag
Norway
Social Democratic Party
Timent
Oregonian
Ward
Grafton
Melliory
Pekin Government
Hawaii
Chinese Board of Foreign Affairs
Roseburg Rochdale Co
Douglas County
Rochdale Company
Co-operative
Milwaukee
Osburw
PF. W. Benson
C.maersters
J. Henry Booth
F.W. Benson
J. B. Booth
F Kelly
Lyons
A.C. Marstere
K.L Miller
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