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About East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current | View Entire Issue (March 21, 1903)
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 1903. RUSH E ITS BUREAU OF INFORMATION ISSUES CIRCULAR LETTER. Invites County Courts and City Coun cils to Cooperate Would Advertise In an Authentic Manner the Resour. ces of Each District. The following circular letter has been sent out by the bureau or Infor mation of Portland, to the commer cial associations, county courts, city councils and newspapers of Oregon: Citizens of Portland are maintain ing at their own expense a bureau of Information, and with it an exhibit or the state's resources, the object of which Is the collection of such facts as will enable them to Intelligently guide the Immigrant homeseekor and investor. There are hundreds of such people lnnding In Portland every dny with out any knowledge of the country, Its resources or opportunities. Heretofore there has been no defi nite plan of action to encourage; ad vise or assist such to become perma nent settlers, and as a consequence, many who could by such treatment be secured to the state, are returning to the East with discouraging reports oi' drifting to othor partB of the West, where a better reception is accorded them. The Oregon Inrormatlon bureau, while it Is a Portland institution, alms to cover the entire state, believ ing that in building up any part of the state, the whole will be benefited. State's Needs. What the state most needs today is development, and this can only be ac complished by securing and fostering immigration, and for this purpose the bureau was organized. Th state is being thoroughly advertised through the efforts of the Harrlman system, and the Lewis and Clark Centennial Fair In 190G. The people are coming. Our object, therefore, will be to pro vide such information as will be b-est Biiltcd to their needs, and bt most ef fective in securing results that will & be of lasting benefit to the state. To L J ' i . it i ii.. ( 1 1 ; . . BC"0 ln,H uuucuiuny win luuiuiu a cuiu- fi'plete inventory of the resources of the state, whether in Its crude or In its developed condition. It will require a long time and much work to compile such facts, and it rannot be completed in time for the work now upon us. We, therefore, desire for Immediate use, such infor mation as can be gained only through the co-operation of every one interest ed In the welfare of the state. "We should like to have as accurato a list as possible of all available lands In each county, either open to settlement or that can bo purchased, together with a description of such lands, the purpose to which It is best fitted, the price at which it can be had and the name of someone at the nearest rail road station to whom we can refer strangers and feel assured that they will be assisted In securing a location adapted to their wants, with the least possible delay and expense. "VVo wish our Information to be accurate, as any misrepresentations will only retard our object and reflect on the sinceri ty of our motives. We wish every county to take the matter up In earnest and see that it Is the duty of some one to furnish the bureau with this information. Exhibits Indorsed. We shall be glad to receive for dis tribution, any printed matter or cir culars setting forth the advantages of the various sections of the state, These, however, must be accompanied by the Indorsement or the county offi cials, boards of trade, chambers of commerce, or some one interested or identified with the settlement or de velopment of the county. We earnest ly request such individuals or organ izations to name some one to whom wo can refer persons wishing to visit their county, and who will co-operate with us In our endeavor to satisfactor ily locate settlers and investors. Location. We wil be glad to meet persons lrom every county in the state. Our rooms are located at the Union depot. Our business, the collection of infor mation at our own expense and the distribution of the same free. All letters of inquiry addressed to the Oregon Information Bureau will receive prompt reply, and all Infor mation furnished will be used to the best possible advantage or Oregon. All packages and exhibits should be addressed plainly "Oregon Infor mation Bureau," Portland, Oregon, and delivered at your nearest railroad station or steamboat landing; free transportation has been provided. NEWS FROM ECHO SHEARING SEASON COM MENCES IN EARNEST. Sheep Not for Sale. T. A. Sulivan, of Gibbon, Neb., has been in Heppner the past week or more endeavoring to purchase a large band of 2-year-old ewes, but he In forms the Times reporter that be has not been able as yet, to close a deal. He wants ewes for future delivery after shearing season. He says the sheepowners hesitate about naming a price. Evidently the sheepmen are holding out for a better price, which they expect to get after the shearing season. Heppner Times. Ladies' Aid Society Give Interesting Program Many From Washington and Idaho Looking Over Irrigation Reserve Echo to Have a Newspa per. Echo, March 20. The Ladies Aid Society gave an entertainment here lost night at the Odd Fellows' hall, which was well attended and much appreciated by those In attendance. An Interesting program was rendered each number meeting with the appro val of everyone present. Recitations were given by Miss Celestine Moor house, Miss Francelia Duncan and W. P. Jinnett, and by a number of school children. Vocal solos were rendered by Mrs. Charles H. Miller. Miss Dun can, Garfield Stansberry and Master Percy Ripper, each of which merited liberal applause. A malo quintette, composed of Messrs. Miller, Stans berry, Mudge, Hammer and Atkinson gave several vocal selections. A magnificent luncheon was spread, which was likewise appreciated. A large delegation of merchants, doctors and business men of Colfax. Wash., together with several persons from Moscow, Idaho, arrived on this morning's trains for the purpose of looking over the irrigation project. Echo will soon hnvo a newspaper, Li. A. Esteb having purchased a lot near the depot, on which ho will erect a building for this purpose. Mr. Benson is loading two cars of fat cattle here today for the Portland market. M. M. Welch and F. B. Ball are gathering up several carloads which they will load here vlthin a few days. The lovely sunshine of the past two days has started a number of per- I sons to planting early garden. The shearing season has commenc ed here and quite a number of per sons are dropping in with a view of securing work. There seems to bo ready employment, as none of them stop in town more than one day. "DARKEST HOUR." Acker's Blood Elixir positively cures Chronic Blood Poisoning and all Scrofulous affections. At all times a matchless system tonic and prifler. Money refunded if you are dissatis fied. 50c and $1.00 F. W. Schmidt & Co., druggists. Carter's Best Play at the Frazer To night, ; Lincoln J. Carter's new scenic com ! edy "The Dargest Hour" will be the attraction at the Frazer tonight. In his latest effort Mr. Carter has woven a powerful love story, and one in which the dramatic interest grows : steadily from the first to the last act. The stage setting Is a beautiful one, and the author's art is consistently displayed in his manner of employing I romantic surroundings for a series of j happenings that are both strange and absorbing. A complete, full-size vestibule train, ... ( A': A'eifie A Whole Week of Bargains DRESS GOODS E Prices anoterl are Rood until Saturday night, March 21st. "The Fair" nover auotes fictitious prices for out price saleB. Every prico quotod is our regular price, and evory out is a bona fide reduotion. If all our customers buy only dress gooos this week at tho special prices quotod below, we will not got rich, bnt we will mako lots of frlonds, whloh 2s better. Heavy Wool Skirting, 56 inches wide, regular $f.20peryd., AQc Special, per yd Grey All Wool Goods, Mediam Weight, regular 85c per yard, special, per yard....- Grey All Wool Suiting, Medium Weight, regular 75c per yard, Qc special, per yard French Flannel Waistings, 75c and 50c kinds, respectively per C2Q yard, 50c and J Wool Henriettas, all colors, vard wide, special this week per yard ft New Snow Flake Suitings, variety of patterns, yard wide, special Q this week, per yard Novelty Suitings, wider than above, beautiful patterns, special per yard ' Other Suitings from $1.00 to $.25 per yard. Spring and Summer Goods in Great Varioty and at Bodrook Prices. Next week is out Boys' week Watch for our Big Special Sale. THE BUSY FAIR STORE containing numerous passengers, starting from the center of tho stage, going directly away from, but keep ing in full view of the audience, grow ing smaller and smaller, until it bo comes a mere speck in the distance, then vanishes altogether, only to re appear as it rounds a eurv apparent ly miles away where it crosses a tres tle over a deep mountain ravine, which trestle is blown to atoms by a terrific explosion an instant after the train with its cargo of human freight has passed over to safety, is one of the many sensational scenic surprises. Among the well-known players may bo mentioned the eminent German com edian, Chas. A. (Karl) Gardner, and many others of equal repute. TO ENTERTAIN MEDICS. Great Preparations Being Made for Reception of Doctors. Now Orleans, March 21. Though the date of the annual convention of the American Medlcnl Association, to In- hold In this city in May, is still somewhat distant, preparations for tho I'litertalnment of tho visitors on thnt occasion have been begun. Judg ing from advices already received by the local committee on arrangements the gathering will bo ono of record In culling size, even for an association which is noted for tho large and rep resentative character of its annual gatherings. Besides the eminent physicians and uiiiMriMiiui ri'ftm nil nnriu fii lift iiiii Static, Cnnmlu will hoiiiI ninny or tnnut lint oil moment niOU Wllllo nititiif nium rinMi r mi r nwiiimir 11 over before In tho history ot mo shortly. MnUI Tm nnRltlVftlV cures 8 unn nr n iiiiiiri'HLiun nun uunou Hon. A delightful horn urinit. moves nil oruptlonB of tho skin, roCunded. 2Cc nnd GOc. Writo u ror free sninplo. W 11. Hookor & Buffalo, N. Y. P. V. Schmidt & druggists. sammmmmmmm jmmmwm?? mm mmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmm mm mmmmmmmmmm WE ARE NOW OFFERING THE ALLOTMENT OF 100,000 OF HIGHLAND GOLD STOCK SECOND SHARES AT SIX (6) CENTS PER SHARE. The first allotment of 100,000 Shares was disposed of at six cents per share, mostly by telegram, and in order to allow those whoso orders failed to reach us by tho 20th of February, on account of delayed mails and blocked trains, an opportunity to secure "HIGHLAND GOLD" stock, at the bedrock prico of six cents per share, wo have placed the second allotment upon the market at the same price. This is a ground floor offer, and an opportunity to invest your savings in a gold mino with a brilliant future, one which will, without doubt, after a course of systematic development, rank as one of the largest gold producers and dividend payors in tho Sumptor gold fields. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION ThoHIGHLAND GOLD MINES COMPANY owns twelve quartz claims (240 acres) in the heart of the famous SUMPTER DISTRIST OF EASTERN OREGON, and located on the same belt as the world-renowned NORTH POi-E, theCOLUMBIA, the GOLCONDA, and tho E. & E. MINES to the west, and theBAISLEY-ELKHORN and other large producers to the east, the great CHLORIDE mine lying to the north of the HIGHLAND GROUP. This wonderful belt or zone, after passing through the mines o the west, strikes tho HIGHLAND ground and runs through It for a distance of 3500 foot. The vein ru ledge has been thoroughly prospected and pay-ore has been uncovered the whole distance in fact, the longest and most continuous pay-shoot or ore- body ever discovered in the district is found in the HIGHLAND ground. FREE TRIP TO THE MINES To any who wishes to Invest a reasonable sum In the HIGHLAND, wo will pay all tho traveling expenses to and from the mlno for tho purpose of his making a powonal Investi gation. We havo a good mine and we aro not afraid to show It. Mining men and exports of known ability who have visited the HIGHLAND aro all unnulmouo In saying that theHIGH LAND will make a large mlno and a good producer. In Inviting you to purchase stock in tho HIGHLAND, we do bo with tho end In view of securing you as a permanent customer and client, believing that by fair and honeat treat ment only can we retain the confidence of investors. Prorn our prospectus you can learn all about our enterprise. It Is a good one safe and certain. We recommend it to our most conservative cllenta. SECOND ALLOTMENT IS NOW OFFERED AT 6 CENTS PER SHARE 0,g0woS sharcS $30 w THIS IS POSITIVELY THE LAST BLOCK OF THIS STOCK THAT WILL BE SOLD AT SUCH AN EXTREMELY LOW FIGURE USE THIS BLANK FOR YOUR ORDER 190. To NEIL J. SORENSEN & CO., SUMPTER, OREGON. Gentlemen: I hereby make application to the HIGHLAND GOLD MINES COMPANY of Sumpter, Oregon, through yourselves, for (. ) Shares of the Stock of said Company, at Six (6) Cents per share, to be issued on February 20th 1903. 1 agree to accept the return of the amount re mitted in case of over-subscription. The purchase involves no Per sonal Liability, as the stock is full paid, jjon assessable and non- fokfeitable. I wired at your expense on '. 1903, to set aside for me the number of shares above mentioned, to be issued on Feb. 20, 1903. Name ' Par value of shares P. O. Address one dollar Enclosed herewith you will find $ subscription. in payment for the above Do not delay your orders. VIRE US AT OUR EXPENSE, utating tho number of shares you wish set aside. Then remit by letter, (using the application blank below.) By this means you will be reasonably certain of securing the stock while at tho BEDROCK price of six cents per share. We refer you to any bank, business house, or to any substantial citizen In the com munity In which we live. Send money order, check or draft at your earliest convenience. For further particulars apply to 1 r 1 H VMM! For Further Particulars Apply To NEIL J. SORENSEN &C0., Department No. M Financial Agents GOOD AGENTS WANTED. MUttT GIVE REFERENCES. Sfimpter, Oregon rpiiiihiiiiiiiiiiinuuni liiiiiiiiiHiiitiiuitiiiii uiiiiiiiiiiiiiuHiiituti luitiiiimmiiiiiim miumiiiiiiiiiiii UiiiiimuilL
