27 Mar 1902
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Newspaper
Roseburg Plaindealer
Location
Roseburg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1902
Page
1
A garbled OCR sample mixes stray names and events from various topics. It hints at legal notices, military notes, California and Oregon topics, and references to Archer-like figures and generals. The readable portions mention General Miles, Armenian troops, and a looming transfer of government to the Cubans by May 1.
Walter Raker faced three charges including assault on his wife Jerthy Loker and mother-in-law Merc Margaret Donkin. Sheriff Withers transported him. defense and prosecution debated proceedings as a preliminary examination was scheduled with consuls and deputy attorneys present. The child was returned to a distraught mother.
In Tintanoor on March 25, two Tillamook region youths attempting a mountain trek were found dead on the slope after leaving the city Saturday. Ward and a companion perished near the summit while a second body lay two miles away in the snow. Coroner reports cite exhaustion and exposure as the likely cause and shipments moved to Astoria.
A fragment notes a March 25 event where Ryan clings to the ticket amid a state election battle. Socialists plan a meeting tonight to discuss clergy opposition while friends urge him to stay on the slate.
An OCR like jumble lists names, places, and phrases with no clear narrative. It references individuals, locations, and events in a scattered, garbled form, lacking coherent facts or outcomes.
In Sedalia last week Edgar Alleo staged a Jesse James play with Will Martin as Jesse James and Mariza Jugt in Pinkerton roles. A botched capture scene ended with a 3S caliber revolver firing a bullet into Martin’s ear, drawing a crowd to witness the accident and the dramatic close.
March 25 The Eisley Givic Feterats plans a council committee formed from miners leaders and disinterested members to handle coal grievances. Senator Mark Hanna may preside as Congress and Wall Street anticipate measures to forestall a strike.
Senators and representatives from the Pacific Coast remain confident that the Chinese exclusion bill, to be enacted this session, will be stricter than existing law. Some dissenters expect amendments, including a provision that would allow Chinese arbitrarily entering the United States for temporary expositions.
March 24 report notes talk of General Leonard Wood’s promotion to major general due to a long friendship with the President and his service in Cuba. Some expect him as Miles’s possible successor upon retirement.
In Linceoly Nebraska on March 20 W J Bryan moves from town to a farm four miles from the city. He will live in a newly built country residence with his family while the barn is completed. The event marks the notable shift from town life to rural living on his Bevan family property.
Wasmxeotes March 25 Neeley Reeves and Rathbone convicted of offences in the Cuban postal service were sentenced to ten years each in the penitentiary by the United States district court. The defendants have filed an appeal to the supreme court.
March 25 report notes government will not abandon talks with the Boers and that Secretary Balfour announced no further news from South Africa. Public sentiment, echoed by the press, remains generally optimistic about the situation.
Cuatham England March 25 The British battleship Prince of Wales was launched with elaborate ceremony. The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the unveiling.
At the Ovni connky poultry show in Camas Valley Oregon a White Leghorn scored top honors statewide with first, second, and high placing awards. Birds included hens cockerels and pullets earning multiple placing marks and noted breeder J R Witses.
Loxprox reports March 25 that Queen Alexandra will not undertake a planned Denmark voyage due to severe coastal gales. Also dated March 25 Wasursxetos notes General Biwell Otis has completed active army service and his name appears on the retired list.
One hundred eighteen acres four miles north of Wilbur on the main road to Oakland. Includes gomel heuse barn chicken hone and other out buildings a good water well with pump three acres of garden 12 acres brush cleared 50 acres winter fence six fruit trees and oak and fir timber. A good home at a bargain apply to Dr E DuGas Roseburg Oregon.
Merchants announce all remaining moieal units must be sold within ten days either to the public or to one buyer who will take the entire stock at wholesale rates. The remaining goods include ornate items expected to arrive soon and will be transferred to the new purchaser.
Property listing advertises large and small tracts for sale including residence and business sites. This notice mentions Auldrees, D and K Brice of Roseburg Ore as associated parties.
A jumble of names and events describes settlement life with farming, local politics, and social visits. Mentions of residents, travel between communities, and school teaching plans are interwoven with scattered references to county affairs and family news.
Mlint's shop advertises sturdy footwear claiming long lasting wear with reliable glue repairs and durable construction. The terse message highlights affordable prices and a promise of value for buyers seeking lasting footwear.
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