Hunters Valley club honors Captain McDermott for river bill passage
At a special Hunters Valley Commercial club meeting Captain Fred McDermott received a reception on his homecoming from the legislature. The bill secured $50,000 to remove Columbia River obstructions between Bridgeport and Kettle Falls and to create a commission to oversee the work. The toast lauded his skill as diplomat and master of steamboats for steering the measure to the governor’s signature despite last leg challenges. McDermott recounted the battles to passage, noting federal support would follow. The gathering closed with a vote of thanks.
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Hunters, Wash
Hunters Valley
McDermott
Columbia
Capt. McDermott
Woman Mary Farmer Executed at Auburn Prison
Mrs. Mary Farmer was electrocuted at Auburn prison after being convicted of the murder of neighbor Mrs. Sarah Brennan in Brownsville Jefferson County. Her husband James D. Farmer also faces death. both trials were separate and based on circumstantial evidence. The execution marked the second instance of a woman’s death by electric chair in New York state.
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Auburn
N. Y
Mary Farmer
Auburn Prison
Sarah Brennan
Father Hickey
James D. Farmer
Brownsville
Jefferson County
Watertown
No mitigating factors found in court remarks on heinous act
The report notes that the act was labeled liberate and intentional with no circumstances mitigating its heinousness. Authorities stress the severity and premeditation of the crime, underscoring its impact on victims and the community.
Good Liniment for Muscular and Rheumatic Pains
Advertises Chamberlain's Liniment as an effective cure for muscular and rheumatic pains sprains and soreness of the muscles and deep seated pains. Available in 25 and 50 cent sizes from all dealers.
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Chamberlain
Grafting Visit Noted at Krupp for Urquhart
R. M. Russell traveled to Krupp last night to perform grafting work for Mr. Urquhart of that town.
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R. M. Russell
Krupp
Mr. Urquhart
Cuban Professor Endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
Prof H A Howell of Howell's American School Havana Cuba lauds Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after his baby nearly died from a severe cold. He credits the remedy with prompt relief and full recovery within three days. Sold by all dealers.
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H. A. Howell
Havana
Cuba
Chamberlain
Prof
Howell
Revival Services At Christian Church Continue This Week
Attendees filled the Christian church yesterday as revival meetings proceed nightly this week. Evangelist Adams will speak on Man as God Sees Him tonight and continues with engaging sermons. Public invites extend to all to attend each evening this week.
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The
Christian Church
Evangelist Adams
Adams
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