Oregon land fraud case ties Richards Comstock staff
Dec 1879 report details warrants against Osha and associates for conspiracy to defraud by aiding land entries. Frank Johnson, a photographer from Omaha, testified about aiding Valentice and misusing land descriptions. Comstock and Huntington allegedly paid for work, with veterans as declarants, while hoarding land sales at low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osha
Tei Tefar
Richards
Comstock
Vartona
Fenern
Frank Johnson
Fred Hart
Tom
Hunt
Valentice
Huntington
Colire
Nice
Tlioe
To Pale
Faye
Richard Art
Drvize D. Tivil
Gorda
Oligar
Alt Roth
Telephones In Independent Paeny Bed Rbene Reported
A fragmented OCR item mentions telephones and a Independent area, with unclear names and dates. readable parts reference a local phone service issue, possible repairs or outages, and community impact noted without concrete figures or locations.
Random References From a Fragmented Local Page
A garbled clipping notes varied items from a community page including notices of a party at the Auditorium, funeral chapel information, weather items, a court case on J D Sheeava and William Craig, social dances, prize winnings, a birth announcement, and an advertisement for an invention-like remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plaintts
J.D. Sheeava
Willlam Craig
Ers
Hove Farshore Co
Prohibitory Duties Threatened on Cotton Seed Oil
The French chamber's customs commission proposes a budget rider raising tariffs on cotton seed oil from 100 kilograms. Aimed at protecting olive oil, the move meets opposition from the chamber's commerce commission and foreign office protests. Officials warn the measure risks international repercussions and economic imbalance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Customs Commission of the
Chamber of Deputies
Bse
Otto
Foreign Office
Arabas Racet McC
Bible as foundation for great orators and writers
The article notes that many famous speakers and writers, including Lincoln, Macaulay, Coleridge, and Keruath, shaped their style by studying the Bible. It mentions Bible translations and language study as key to mastering rhetoric and eloquence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tag Feng
Amesica
Brougham
Recaulay
Webster and
Garfeld
Lincoln
Macaulay
Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Koaruth
Perriot
Gale on English Coast Brings Fresh Hazards
A garbled news brief reports danger along the English coast with wrecked lines and delays to a New York bound ship. It mentions a wireless telegraph tower damaged near Marchibenteh Par and references Sentland, Welland, and Anerles in unclear contexts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Momie
Marhribenteh
Sentland
Negotiations Fail Over Rail Project in Chang Cone
Report states Mukien and Tee 6 clashed with the Chinces Facies railway at Chang Cone as talks broke down. Wasela reportedly refused Japan's proposal for a prelate of securing the deal, with TaN TAT Vina Aetiard among authorities left seeking safer outcomes as results lag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mukien
Tee
Huams Jana
Porgnier Af
American Party Suffered in School Board Races
A partisan contest in Halt Lake produced a surprising result as the American party failed to gain control of the school board. Incumbent Professor Byron Cummings defeated opponent Aldon Payne in the First Precinct, while M. J. Cheesman won in the Second Precinct. The Fourth and Fifth Precincts also saw party impact as James T. Hammond and Judge J. P. Hederso n secured seats, signaling a rebuke of political injections into education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cummings
Ain
Ching
M. J. Cheesman
Theron Geddes
Americas
Cheesman
Board of Education
Snd
Tas Wiliam J. Newman
Samuel Barlow
Jame T. Hammond
H. Tibbala
Hammont
Triumont
A. McMilen
Jobo James
Bom Partiean Campaien
Str. McMilan
Chairoun
Z Ta Use Putth
Joudge
J. P. Hederson
Tie
Americana
Hoprd
Kearns
B. Carter
Fox
de TuniTet
Camrelen
Leanipalen
Sale at Mehesy's Fat Lake City Policy Statement
A garbled notice from New York Tec discusses Holobag policy, the right to vote for directors in New York Life and Mutual Life Insurance. It urges policyholders to exercise their public duty and questions administration of the trust and replacement of delinquent officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bledard Olney
Laterne- Moca
Baldete
Yor Life and Mutual Life
Watt
Bnjjere Chapatza Slepeada
Withdraws Application in New York Case
A March court hearing saw the defendant withdraw an application at the appointment of tax official Teatiniany to Teeter daar in the Viarry Ko Thaw case. Witnesses listed include Truston lent and Trap ae McCaled. The notice notes the withdrawal occurred as part of the ongoing matter, with further steps to be announced as the next work proceeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Gee
Starrrider
Enuneel
Tntay
Enniimleriia Ta Taxn Teatiniany
Eliness
Ales
Peilat
Webster
Toston
Elways
Ponerens
Mareb- Delt
Rindy
Wilater
Chealy
Mery
Laney
Boundary dispute over ancient fence line in Holmes Block case
An optala by Justice Frick, approved by the Supreme Court, centers on a boundary dispute between Holmes and Judge over a fence-marked line claimed for 30 years. The case involves a parcel 152 feet wide and 4792 feet long on Susie Street, with the district court ordered to quiet title in favor of Mrs Judge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holmes
Amiest
Mary Judge
Appel Ilan
Abe P
Susie
South
Tesco
District ‘Court
Alwayn
Tower Court
Apd
Scpreme
Mre
Junie Frick
Bank teller admits shortfall at Firat National Bank
William Andrereca, a 13 year employee at the Firat National Bank, confessed to misappropriating 9000 dollars from the bank over the past week. The 49 year old, married with a daughter, left the city and was later located in Kansas City. Authorities say the funds were moved through accounts and were recovered under bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansan City
Dee
Willam
CL Andrereca
Firat National
Thie City
Ismisata
Swinney
Hia
Anderson
Fonda
Andereon
Agdertiog
Warml y Praised Roosevalt Message Echoes Frontline Tone
Warms praise for President Roosevelt in a garbled Tokyo message reflecting anti Japanese sentiment abroad. The piece suggests the San Francisco school configuration and international calls influence opinion, yet the moral weight of Roosevelt's message is deemed decisive.
Revenue Statement from Weableetan Figures October 1905 Totals
Revenue statement from internal sources shows October 18 monthly collections totaling 1,425,283 with a prior October 1905 surplus of 2,400.54. It lists receipts by department and sector figures including Spirit, Tobacco, and various taxes with changes noted such as increases of 126,835 and decreases of 45,7 in specific items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weableetan
Ie Eareral
Ioeresee
Ite
Tobacen
Intati
Fereienee Square
Algomargarize
Res
Inesa
Waller
Portuguese Immigration Inquiry Sparks Official Scrutiny
Honstaly December 3 sees Commissioner Bargent leading a slow inquiry into Portuguese immigration. Ambitions to determine if immigrants arrive free or funded by planters are under review. Gov Carter and officials have raised questions about the program and funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honstaly
Immierstlan Bargent
Haeallen
Carter
Defense and Wit Mark Webster Trial Remnants in Landmark Case
The narrative recalls Daniel Webster and John Choate in a historic legal confrontation. Attendees describe Webster’s commanding presence, Choate’s defense, and dramatic courtroom dynamics. Observers credit Webster’s intellect and the era’s legal theatrics.
Wartime Mobilization Speech on Militia Duty Reforms
A flawed excerpt reports Governor Cutler urging Congress to organize state militia units for wartime service. It mentions delaying duties, authorizing regiments to participate in drills, and recommending officers for placement. The text notes Utah militia discussions and company level selection rather than regiment, with Congress urged to address national militia organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cutler
War Department
Ibst
Saunas
Utah
Notice on teeth contracts for family members
Public notice states that dental work or contracts are limited to relatives except those already contracted or married within the family, with a directive labeled 4. ALLE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Familly
Wall Street Struggles Offshore Pressure on Markets
A chaotic report details how the stock market faced heavy strain amid speculation and global liquidity fears. It notes treasury actions, gold movements from London, bank lending tightness, and rising money market rates, with New York Central and other rails showing mixed signals as investors watch deposits and credits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dec
Atock
Tagore
Louis
Anana
Gecesary
Treasury
Wood
de Gould
Much Ag
Reas Ory Department
United States
Europe
Treasury Department
Poig
Troter
London
San Frepeles
Chicago
Bagke
Emouris
New York Central
Atehinon
Norfolk & Wemern
Able Optiaw
Tha Edeet
Umest
Matuet
Trial reveals Shea linkage to strike violence in court
Testimony in Judge Baltson's criminal court links Cornelia A. Shea to hiring pickets and planning pressure during the Yeamatere strike. Beall testified that Shea urged attackers to break workers arms and threaten Montgomery, Wert & Co, with picket leader Tom Flo directing men to "get busy" at the coal firm's headquarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelia A. Shea
Balt
Joseph Behults
Derbieé
Aleiant
Miller
Montgomery
Werl & Cor
Rhea
Madison
Montgomery, Wert & Co
Tom Flo
Topeka tragedy amid sunlit trains and masked worries
A fragmented report describes a chaotic scene aboard a railway train near Topeka. A man named Lewis, a member of a local order, leapt from a moving train to escape, sparking conflict with other passengers and bystanders. Witnesses recall threats and a tense standoff as railway staff intervened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tepes
Kas
Dec
Dane
Cesta
Soba E
San Francisco School Law Sparks Chinese Child Attendance Debate
A San Francisco education board meeting discussed a policy affecting Chinese children in local schools. The item noted that since 1647 the city operated a central school for all Chinese children, and officials clarified whether Japanese children with parents who wish to attend are present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San France
Comaul
Henry Fs Millet
Fukubama
Japaa
Siberia
Meri Baturday
Leeza
San Francisco
Legal Proceedings and Diplomatic Rumors Abroad
A messy OCR item reports legal proceedings tied to admission of a city hall or public sale, mentioning the United States district attorney and Secretary Woot, with foreign references to Viscount Aoki and the Japanese ambassador. The fragment suggests rumors of a new treaty and wartime negotiations, but the text is garbled and uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washleytme
United States
Becputary Woot
Gaunt Aoki
Viscount Ao
Roni
DILLECK UNDER ARREST IN CHICAGO CASE
Chicago authorities arrested Hermann Dilleck after a disputed claim by Emma Nieman that he supplied medicine to her father and sister, Mary. Nieman states Biliec gave drugs to both, and police are unclear if any medication caused deaths. The case centers on alleged administration prior to a mother Mrs. Nieman’s death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Bec
Eemna Nieman
Ueeral
Hermann Dilbeck
Feller
Hyperitias
Tseral
World markets tumble amid broad declines in early dealings
New York stocks opened lower as investors reassessed after Treasury plans and December payments. Declines spread across railroad and industrials with Northern Pacific and Great Northern among notable losses. Broad selling pressured prices, damping early sentiment as traders awaited further guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Avor Peisy
Temion
Breretary of the Treasury
Saire
Kempeires
Pacioe
Northers
Savelier
Unlao Pacide
Great Northern
Headias Mora
St. Fank Northern Pacific
Super
Tressarticos
Amhurst Denies Involvement in High Profile Case
An individual named Amhurst faced questions in a major trial, denying any involvement in the alleged wrongdoing. The proceeding occurred before jurors, with the defense asserting the absence of evidence tying him to the breach.
Washington Treasury Rebate Notice to Bondholders
The treasury secretary announces Friday a rebate for holders of bonds maturing between January and December 1907. Interest due is payable by owners on or before the 5th of the month, with checks issued January 1, 1907. The obligation to pay rebates applies to the principal and interest as outlined, with payment conditioned on official schedules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Tee
Catholic Claims in Philippine War Negotiations
In a report to the secretary of war, a Catholic church delegation presents appeals regarding the Philippine war. The account references Roosevelt and the president's stance on pacification efforts, with emphasis on religious influences and political pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dee
Secretary of War
Hoseevelt
Saree Item Notes and Listings Fragment
Fragmentary OCR reads like a catalog note with scattered terms such as Saree, orth, BON, Bocas, Bliver Pek Mantans, Mational Meek, 628 Yankee Girl wc and numbers. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear event, date, or entity structure to form a full news card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orth. Bon
Bocas
Bliver Pek Mantans Va Mational
Ordinance Grants Rail Franchise on Twenty Seventh Street Ogden
Ogden City approves an ordinance granting the Ogden Union Railway and Depot Company a fifty year franchise to lay construct and operate a standard gauge railroad track along Twenty Seventh Street west of Wall Avenue. The grantee must maintain grade, repair street surfaces and waterways, and bear all costs of improvements with public access preserved. Effective upon mayoral approval and publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogden Union Railway
Daget Bamnery, Corporation
Ite Bucsanade Signs
Wey
Bandera
Twen
Sf Wall
Ogden Cty
Ogden Union Railway & Depot
Gasizot
Wall
Ogden City
Ordnazee
Turing
Cofort
Eily Couneil
Walt
Mapar
P- Critchlow
Conroy
Stare
Cub
Weber
Ceureaw
City Reconer
Oedrn
LNA
Critchley
Clis Recomer
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C.d.ives
MER Torete Hotel Carer
Coley
Washington Ave
Rushmer
Blangen
Mrenad
Frank Johmson
Sténgrapher
Wan
Aokhe
Anstad
Peery
Crescent
Weltm
Weatherty’s
Osea Rosheli
Balt Tabs
Gueal
Tee Wight
Ricker
Pepotite Ci
B. Whitemore
Ogden Tor
E. Buckingham
Bhort
Gardea
Mensgey Fancroft
Galt Lake
Ty Peper Roates
Mernage
Toe Conhim
Xous
le Hi. Beerat
Cerser Grant
Sith
Congrvaandog Academy
Dantes
A. Whit
Peerati
Grast Ave
Clyde
Matthew
Mary If
Shipler
Ofice
T. IL Becraft
Womet Grant
Gea
Cave
American Party
Mehesy's
Fat Lake City
Weaver
Wefird
Matt
Elagebers, Mehetz
Buss Keotators
Far Starr
Balt Lake By
Bark Teller
Ie Grort
Daniel. Webster
the Treasury
Shultz
SHEA
Arma al Negross
Tanat Comteye
Dilleck
Chieags Preduse
Cease
Dave Nee
U Toes
Sey Ia
Lavi
Ribe
Tye
Coffey
Wook
Lark
Slo
Karase
Corte Aansastty
Cheatte Heerlate
Oity
Wearers Alpre
Tafest
Bath
Aplee
Uutk
Barnes Hive
Coylamba
Gogs
Interstate Wreherape Company
Orc
Smetag
Menlana Topas Oy
Aurnham
Eerge Burnham, Jr
Dreldeos
Ureentrias
Gillette
Herkimer
Viera
Ashlee
Mater
Grare Thayn
Gilette
Denier
OrnPy
Aleh
Bhp Proclerd
Catholic Claims
Svashinatou
Rendie
Comaberem
Senate
Iellera
Arauis
Connectinn
Japaiven
Fan Franeteer
Cal- Horna
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