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Newspaper
Roseburg Plaindealer
Location
Roseburg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1905
Page
1
Roseburg hosts a statewide Good Roads Convention with Gov. Geo E Chamberlain Judge John H Scott and other officials among expected attendees. The three session program includes speeches and exhibits as committees push organizers to boost road building nationwide.
Cottage Grove Oregon reports the sale of a $20,000 water bonds issue to Morris Broe and Cristeneon of Portland. They bid a $212 premium and the city will receive the funds on July 1 to start work on the water plant as the existing supply runs low.
Klamath Falls Oregon residents celebrate completion of a $100,000 bonus to secure the Week Railroad line extension into the town. The move promises long sought transportation access for Klamath County’s chief town.
The Masonic Grand Lodge of Oregon elected officers for the coming year in Portland. Dr W H Flanagan of Grant's Pass was named grand master, Dr W F Williamson of Portland deputy grand master, Lor L Pearce of Salem senior grand warden, El Riddle of LaGrande senior grand warden, W A Cleland of Portland grand treasurer, J F Robinson of Eugene grand secretary, and J E B Cleland JM Hudson both of Portland along with M Woodcock of Corvallis named trustees of the educational fund.
Swallows inhabit the caves of the United States Government building at the Lewis and Clark fair and officials abandon efforts to drive them away. The birds have become a popular attraction for thousands visiting the display.
From New York, G B R Hengen reports Bohemia district mining shows 20 stamps in the mill pounding ore at high pace. Ore comes from the Champion lodge, with plans to run 30 stamps soon. Production expected at 13020 for the month, rising 50 percent after Musick ore is processed. A new smelter site is under construction at Savage Rapids near Grants Pass, with rail and tunnel work to support the Rogue River Smelting and Power Co. operation.
Later information from forces in Central Oregon under Western Pacific direction shows Eugene as the objective point of Gould interests with a potential main line from Nevada to Eureka. A northern branch to Eugene and a second route from Coburg near its terminus are under consideration. The plan focuses on a southern sweep across the state, with Gould’s construction timing tied to Harriman’s Oregon actions and the Columbia Southern extension.
J P Topper posted notice to apply to the City Council for a liquor license after fines and imprisonment in Justice Court and appeal to the Circuit Court. Prohibitionists question DA authority to dismiss cases, plan action after contacting the Attorney General as saloons continue operating.
Joe Pierce, a stranger, was arrested at the Matlock lodging house by Chief of Police Stiles on larceny charges. About 25 dollars worth of barber tools were stolen from Glenn Woodruff's shop in Roseburg where Pierce had previously worked. He pawned items in Manhattan and Cottage Grove, and faced trial after returning to Roseburg. He pled guilty and was jailed, with hopes he would leave town after serving sentence.
Portland June 22 prosecution continues Albert H Tanner examination in the United States District Court trial of Senator Mitchell. Evidence includes checks paid by Frederick A Kribs to Tanner and letters detailing monthly earnings shares and bribe funds. Prosecution to present further testimony this week. defense to offer rebuttal, with trial expected to end by next week.
A 60 member Eureka California Cadet Corps begins a 482 mile overland march to Portland Oregon passing through Roseburg in late June. The group in khaki uniforms travels in staged legs, aided by local support from Rev Franklin Baker and sponsors like C V Jackson H H Buhne F G Barnum and James E Matthews.
Eugene June 23 The jury in the state v John Branton convicted Branton of a dangerous weapon with intent to kill John Fletcher after a trial that drew large crowds. Branton testified Fletcher fired first amid competing claims over a $3000 Woodmen of the World insurance.
The Medford and Crater Lake railroad project makes steady progress despite heavy May rains that slowed bridge work over Bear and Little Butte creeks. Bear Creek bridge due for completion in two weeks. Butte Creek piling and framing near finished. Seven miles toward Eugie Point graded. sidings in terminal grounds ready for ties.
Portland eyes a grand mimic warfare showdown on July 21 when 1500 Oregon National Guard troops enact a simulated battle with cannon and blank cartridges. Units camp July 13 at Gearhart Park then move to the Exposition for a sunset engagement, watched from the Bridge of Nations.
Lodz reports continued fighting with reinforcements, a shattered city, and rising casualties. Bombs kill Cossacks in Baluty as executions and funerals crowd outlying villages. Estimates place dead well over a hundred and wounded many more.
The first public dance in the new Elka building armory will be on June 29 with a grand military theme under Co D 1st separate battalion O N G. Guard muster at 8 30 and dancing starts at 9 15 with music by the Roseburg orchestra. Tickets cost 1.00.
A shipment of Douglas county fruits for exhibit will be sent to the Lewis and Clark Exposition Sunday night. Fruit growers are urged to contribute fresh dried and preserved fruits by leaving donations at the Review or Plaindealer offices.
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