North Umpqua River Graft Debate Arose From Spaulding Case
The Plain Dealer reprints the 1903 Oregon Supreme Court ruling on Spaulding Logging Co. v Independence Improvement Co. and flags a proposed 1901 logging act as unconstitutional. It urges public input on a 30 year North Umpqua franchise and calls for delaying action to protect citizen rights and timber interests worth billions.
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Christian Church Sunday Service Schedule
Christian Church announces Bible school at 10 a.m. preaching at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. by Pastor Davenent. Evening sermon aimed at young people. Junior P. E. C. E. at 2:30 p.m. Y. P. 8. C. E. at 7 p.m. with good music. Everyone welcome.
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Contemptible attack on Somers by Eugene baseball interests
The Eugene Guard condemns a Roseburg screed about pitcher Somers who joined Eugene after one game with Roseburg. It claims Somers misrepresented Roseburg, says he accepted advance pay, and that Eugene’s management should be exposed. The piece urges Roseburg to publicize the scandal and criticizes Eugene papers for shielding their team.
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Control of North Umpqua Streams Campaign Rumor
A Portland letter warns Oregon County Court about a bid to gain control over the North Umpqua river and its tributaries through House Bill 197 and similar schemes. It claims outside speculators seek timber control without local investment, risking state timber access and local industry.
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Roseburg Team Falls to Eugene in Weekend Game
The Roseburg squad lost to Eugene in a contentious contest marked by alleged umpire issues and accusations of gambling influence. The Eugene backers, accused of tampering with Roseburg pitchers, drew sharp criticism for their conduct and alleged involvement with Somers in a disgraceful gambling scheme.
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X Ray Cure for Cancer Reported by Lille Doctors
Two Lille physicians report a real cancer cure using Roentgen rays with a very feeble current and cost bulbs. They say pain eases within three minutes, a scar forms after repeated three minute applications, and tumors reduce with wounds cicatrizing. In one 65 year old case vomiting stopped after the first treatment and seven sessions cured the patient.
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France
Remarkable Bicycle Ride Surprises Roseburg Crowd
A twelve year old Roseburg boy named James Fletcher scaled the Carnival stage and rode a bicycle from the platform top to the bottom in a stunt that stunned locals. Carnival guards warned him and warned away further attempts fearing loss of show glory. James’s feat surpasses his brother’s famous adventures in the city.
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Protest the Game on Account of Fraud
The Roseburg team protests a Saturday game claimed as won by Eugene on June 20. The dispute alleges a Eugene player signed as a Roseburg member and pitched, throwing the game. The notice denounces the Eugene organization and calls for action from the honest elements of Eugene.
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Eugene Boys
New Mexico Judge McMillan Responds to Removal
Judge McMillan of New Mexico releases a statement after removal from office. He says he was vindicated by the April submission and suspects ambition and biased assistants influenced the charges. He plans to seek Senate review when Congress reconvenes.
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Birth Announcement for A. Wv and Shd H Son
The birth is noted in this city on June 25 1908 to Mr Shd H and Mrs A Wv. The brief item records a newborn male with no additional details.
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