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Newspaper
Roseburg Plaindealer
Location
Roseburg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1902
Page
3
The item lists staff roles for the Roseburg Plaindealer with publication terms and price. It reports a Chicago lamb price of 7.00 per hundred pounds, notes forthcoming mountain coast travel to Roseburg’s district fair, and comments on Cuba reciprocity and a New York tourist mansion built by women patients.
W. R. Danbar of Goldendale Washington, brother of Oregon Supreme Court Judge R. D. Danbar, has been appointed Register of the Vancouver Washington government land office by President Roosevelt.
Cuban veterans present Coban ag to President Roosevelt during a visit at Guantanamo Bay on June 12, 1808. The ceremony marks the location where American Marines first landed, honoring historic ties and naval history.
The Salem Sentinel ridicules a rival figure calling them a chief party wrecker and deposed boss who allegedly stabbed Furnish in the back. The paper predicts a long farewell after the legislature meets and elects a U S senator, signaling ongoing partisan rancor.
The Oregonian notes Geer asserts his senate bid rests on party loyalty after defeating the GOP gubernatorial candidate. It adds such charges likely fail to sway Republican legislators and warns traitors seldom win campaign top honors.
The text argues that the best method to combat catalogue houses is to advertise goods tied to prices. It asserts shoppers will not order from distant sellers if they can buy cheaper at home and feel they are getting value.
The Arkansas senator is assailed by constituents after accusations of leading a trust and opposing the Nicaragua canal despite Democratic pledges. The critique highlights alleged hypocrisy in his public stance and actions within the party.
Eugene Register argues against a special session to approve an appropriation for the Lewis and Clark centennial. The paper says a regular session could save 20 000 to 25 000 dollars in the treasury and better support the exposition.
In Portland whispers mention Corbett Falton Fornieh Harvey Scott Binger Hermans and B Wilcox as possible contenders for the U S senate race. A Pendleton paper hints Fornieh may join with others still undecided as to who will pursue the seat. Sentine!
Governor Geer proposes a possible extra legislative session centered on an appropriation for the Lewis and Clark Fund. He argues the measure should be separate from regular session business and asserts public opinion will resist the call if not justified. He notes the final decision rests on what serves the state’s best interests.
A massive fire at Wolff and Zwicker Iron Works near Mast Water and East Madison streets swept six blocks on Portland’s East Side. Flames reached 200 feet high, consuming the East Side Lumber Company mill, Phoenix Iron Works, the Madison Street bridge, and the Portland City & Railroad warehouse. Losses total about 400000 with several businesses damaged or destroyed as crews fought the blaze through the night.
June 21 report describes vast timber belts along the Northern Pacific line burning in a wildfire. Giants of Washington forest have largely perished or scorched as flames surge, endangering adjacent villages and local districts.
A noon phone message from the Iren Ia Center says convicts Tracer and Merril were seen around 10 on the hill east of Ia Counter. Sheriff Marst states a posse will pursue. Convicts reportedly moved between Salmon Creek Bridge and Pioneer since Monday night, with sightings in timber east of the Martin place yesterday and again today.
King Albert of Saxony dies at 8 05 p m after illness. He names his eldest brother Prince George as regent in state affairs. With no children, George succeeds to the throne of Saxony.
Chicago merchants unite to curb labor activities as they plan a formal association for collective protection against strikes. The effort targets operators and drivers amid heightened tensions from recent labor actions, with prominent business leaders expected to join and back the move.
An unclear Portland report notes Athitmer G. A. Shelkah recently saved a pack rain for railway use tied to He sirens party. Plans mention hiring Roxeliing for the Tay lune 18th and a crossing of the bay at an undetermined point. The route will run near the Wine of the oil Cus Bay wie road.
The Yoncalla community prepares for a wedding of Emes and another partner while mourning a local death. A recent public notice discusses new law changes impacting schooling enrollment, with families reacting to stalling class additions and district transfers.
Daily goods and services advertise baked loaves from Sievers Bakery and a range of products from Galbreath Depot Bakery. Queen Quality shoes, household items, and local trades are highlighted along with notices for subscriptions, insurance, and land surveys in the area.
A fragment from a local page notes social visits and daily events. Mentions Mr and Mrs Powell, Miss Lada Gather visiting Roeelurz, Sally and Violy White, and Joe Volude seen on Peelone Street. Also references Clawd Divingston’s bicycle mishap near East Anghie with no injuries reported.
A questionable patent medicine notice from Chambers Wire Virginia promotes a throat and lung remedy. It makes sweeping health claims about curing coughs colds and bronchial ailments with a money back guarantee and trial bottles offered locally.
Local shop A.C. Marsters offers seconds and bicycles at very low prices and accepts wool in trade. The ad promotes a broad stock of wheels and gear.
A notice outlines letters for renaming at Reese hang pr retoltice with due dates stated as Janely 12 and lists names including Brow Mire Harvey Joe Brown Mre J Hartman Art Benson Johnston Buxton Mice Mary Johnson ROT Barnes Mise May Perkins Const MEH Pashbury Co Thine Alwihla FE Smith Doyle Sewell Eccles George and charges set at one cet earls Wa I Fearen I M.
The Southern Pacific Company announced reduced rates for the Fourth of July. The round trip fare is one and one third the regular rate, with four cents per mile for round trip passage to and from Oregon stations. Tickets valid only on July 2 and 4 and good for return through July 6. Celebrations will be held at main points. local agents will provide details. W.E. Comas, J General Passenger Agent.
County Clerk will open bids by 1 PM July 2 1902 for building an eight foot wide one foot thick rock road near the residence of J T Spaugh. Road runs from Roseburg to Lanking Glace with a plank road eight feet wide over the last mand road. Specifications attached. bids require M. Td Titus County Judge.
Notice is hereby given that the State Land Board will receive sealing bids until June 24, 1902 in Salem Oregon for sale of school lands described as sections and townships in Willamette meridian. Applications to purchase are to be accompanied by a fifth of the amount bid and sent to M. F. Chandlerin Clerk of the Board. The right to reject any and all bids is reserved.
Ad warns of deadly health risks and urges timely warning. It promotes Catarrh Core and Bright's disease reviews, claims cures and relief, and offers a free Book of Catan. Contact Smith Bros Fresno California or Moareter s Drug Uv for purchase.
Mr. Shivkls of Seattle will weigh Trail horses from DO to LOX pounds on Saturday May 17. Parties with sick homes for ease are to bring them in on that date.
An old advertisement promotes a scalp treatment described as useful for itching and removing dandruff. The copy mentions application instructions and claims it stops hair from falling. Sold by Marstere Dry Co. Mitt.
A stock list notes several second hand prices or trade items offered by C Manerrain & Co. The brief listing signals available goods and pricing in a trade context.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a resident near Roseburg offering lessons on organ or piano with various odd details. It references a Mrs Staick and a Newthwee Conservatory of ash with nonsichesons. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent dates or actions.
Public land sale notice for timber lands in California Oregon and Washington Territory references land survey and entry numbers. Henry Stringer and others from Klickitat and nearby counties appear as subsistence officials and claimants must file statements before the specified date.
Public land notice lists Earl Hani and others asserting mining rights in Amberlands regions across California Oregon Nevada and Washington Territory. It names claimants including J.T. Bantynies and witnesses Henry Laypark and Frank Mays with a deadline of January 1904 for filing claims and objections at the Rita Oregon office.
The notice lists Vantert as land claimant and names parties including John Stater and Leonard firgads with Equatious Books. It cites the Timber Lands Act of August 4 and requires publication by September 1 in the San Fort newspaper. The document designates surveying, claim validation, and official action by the Kezisner and Meceier of the lice of Reselurg in Oregon Territory.
Notice records a land offer with compliance details under state and territorial statutes. Leonard Beinks of Burlington and others in Washington Territory seek registration of lands including NE4 and surrounding parcels for sale and title action before state registrars and breeders in Oregon.
OCR reads like a garbled legal notice about public offices and election dates in Oregon and nearby areas. It mentions November elections, the receiver of resignations, and actions of public offices with dates in August and September, but most names and specifics are unreadable.
A notice lists a land claim under the acts for timber and agricultural use in California Uroven Nevada and Washington Territory extensions. It names observers and witnesses, dates for filing August 2 and August 17, with locations at Hoveburg Oregon and Cane Valley, Oregon, calling on claimants to prove title before the office and receiver.
United States Land Office announces public hearing for a timber land entry in Oregon Nevada and Washington Territory. Clark L Remington files sworn statement 471 for part of section township and range, seeking to prove land valuable for timber rather than agriculture. hearing in Roseburg Oregon on August 29 1902. Claimants and interested parties urged to appear or file claims by August 29 1902.
H. S. Shupe of Roseburg Douglas County Oregon files sworn statement No. 20 for purchase of section lot in Township 28 South of Range 6 West and seeks to prove valuable for timber or stone. Hearing to establish claim before the Land Office in Roseburg on a specified August date.
Notice is hereby given that the following claimant has fled with intention to make final settlement. The sale will be held at Kiselurg Oregon on May 2. The property listed includes NW BYWli Sec 21 Tp 8 18 West. Witnesses named: John W. Sll and Wii RB, Brockway Oregon. Wan I Awalfieet Myrtle Creek Oregon. Albert H. Wils Tailord Oregon. J.T. Baipars, Register.
Rowbiry Oregon May 27 i UTE May 5 notice given that in compliance with the act of Congress June 3 as amended for the sale of unsettled public domain at Rowbture Oregon the lands described will be offered for sale to settlers and purchasers at the office of the Register and Receiver in Rowbture Oregon on Thursday the asta day of September 19 DEIDGER Register and others of Barlington Washington and Watlington Territory are named as parties with stakes and required appearances before the date to settle claims and titles
In compliance with federal land laws a notice announces a land sale and claim process in Oregon Territory. Agents list locations including Warrington and Reed, with dates set for September 21 and related proceedings, naming witnesses and asserting rights to specify parcels.
Public notice details a land sale by act of congress, naming parties in Oregon and Washington states. It lists the date, authority, and location, noting witnesses and holders of claims about the lands described and their eligibility for sale.
Evastious Brooks of Burlington Skagit County Washington filed sworn statement No 2571 claiming Lot 1 2 5 6 3 7 9 in Section 6 Township 10 Range West seeking land valued for agricultural use before Register and Receiver at Portland Oregon on September 15 with witnesses J Slater Mahlon Slater William Smith and Leonard Brooke listed.
Public notice by Bridges and Harbor stating intent to purchase NE and NW parcels in section 31 and 32 in Umatilla area for timber value under the Timber and Lands act. Claimant Hays, Sworn to file No. 240, seeks proof before the Register and Receiver at Osburn, Oregon, on August 30.
An official notice from Douglas County Oregon opens a land claim proceeding for a timber and agricultural use parcel. It lists claimant Amur J. Ruchasan of Keeburg, Oregon, with witnesses Bes McWullen Frank Ealles Albert Unsp ple and Chas Rhea, setting a deadline of August 7 for filings at the Remewburg office.
Kisgei es Oregon April 14 1880 Notice that Marcus Wikeler of Camp Valley county Oregon filed a desert claim under the act for the sale of corker lates for California Nevada and Washington Territory The land district for the claim No 19 2S West will be offered for sale and proof required before the Register and Receiver at Lostsburg Oregon on July 9 with witnesses Belph Ke Bartey Edward Cole Beary Esabine Latorue Falisire W Ho Seren for those adversely claiming the land are to present their claims before the office on or before June 2 1880
United States Land Office Roseburg announces hearings under the June 4 1893 Timber Act for Cordelia E Robnett of Douglas County Oregon to prove that a parcel in Sec 2 T2S R?W will be valued for timber or stone rather than agriculture. Public claimants must file filings by September date with Register J T Brooks at Roseburg Oregon. witnesses listed include Dan Crate Frank Mays James T Wichwion and W Tornell.
Notice of intention to make proof for land claim in Roseburg Oregon with witnesses W F Chapman Walter Gree Abed Mathews and Isaac Mathews. The claim by Francis P D Fillenne lists land to be cultivated and presented before the register and receiver.
Notices warn that a land purchase claim is being established before the Register in Oregon. The notice lists the claimants Bow en, A Bebe, John Lohubert, and Harry Greenway of Camas, urging adverse parties to file claims by September 6 or risk loss of the land.
May 2 1887 an Oregon land office notice announces the sale of the northwest quarter of section 4 township etc under the act for U S lands. Zephyr Brock of Burlington Stagion Westingings Washington claims the land and must file proofs by the stated date at the office in Roweart Oregon. Proceedings set for the eighth day of the month with witness names and dates as required.
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