The Oregonian -- News from East Portland
September - December, 1886
September 1, 1886
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Mr. J. L. Stuart, who has been on a visit to his daughter, Mrs. H. D. McGuire,
for a few days, returned to his home at Cross Keys, Crook county, yesterday,
leaving Mrs. Stuart, who is under the care of her physician, to prolong her
visit for several weeks.
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Capt. Raabe of this city, who left here last May to visit his parents in
Norway, returned to his home last Sunday by the Northern Pacific railroad. The
captain enjoyed his trip greatly, and has returned in improved health. He will
return to his position as captain of the steamer
City of Salem
at once.
September 16, 1886
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An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Case, died on Tuesday evening. The funeral
took place from the residence on the corner of Sixteenth and Wilder streets,
Sullivan's addition, at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon, Rev. I. D. Driver,
officiating.
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Mr. John Quinlan, who has been for over a year past afflicted with consumption,
died at his residence on Fourth street, in this city, at 12 o'clock
yesterday. The funeral will take place at St. Francis Catholic church, on J
street, this morning at 9 o'clock, when mass will be said. Friends of the
family are invited to attend.
September 18, 1866
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Mrs. Stephens, wife of Frank Stephens, is lying dangerously ill for several
days at the family residence, on corner of Seventh and J streets.
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Miss Libby Greene, whose parents reside in this city, was married at Spokane
Falls on Saturday last to a Mr. Charles Dyer, a contractor and builder of that
place.
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Mr. C. L. Marshall left yesterday for Spokane Falls, where he has gone to join
his family, who left here several weeks ago. He expects to go into the stock
raising business with his father at that place.
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Mr. F. Burnight, of Los Angeles, California, a brother-in-law of Mr. Gideon
Tibbetts, with his son arrived in this city on the last steamer from San
Francisco on a visit. He expects to remain in the state some time and take a
good look at most of the cities and towns, as well as the wooded and farming
lands, with a view to locating somewhere in Oregon.
September 22, 1886
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John Prettyman, son of W. D. Prettyman, who has been suffering for some time
past from congestion of the lungs, died at 3 o'clock yesterday morning.
The funeral services were held at the residence at 4 P.M. yesterday, Rev.
Parsons, of the M.E. church, officiating. The remains were conveyed to Lone
Fir cemetery for interment.
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Yesterday the East Portland water company held their annual meeting for the
election of officers for the ensuing year. The following were elected: Joseph
Burkhard, president; C. M. Forbes, vice-president; W. W. McGuire, treasurer; J.
T. Stewart, secretary and collector; H. P. McGuire, superintendent; directors,
Joseph Burkhard, C. M. Forbes, H. P. McGuire and W. W. McGuire.
October 8, 1886
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Mr. John Dillman, who fell from a wood wagon in the woods on the Sandy road, on
Tuesday morning, and received such serious injuries, died at his residence in
this city at 4 o'clock yesterday morning. Up to 6 o'clock the
evening previous it was thought by his family and friends that he might be able
to pull through, but a burning fever set in soon afterwards and he grew rapidly
worse and suffered intense agony until death came to his relief. Mrs. Dillman
has been sick and confined to the house for nearly three weeks and has not yet
recovered. The deceased was 54 years of age yesterday. He leaves a family of
six--four daughters and two sons, the youngest 15 years of age. The remains
will be taken to Fourth Plain, Clarke county, W. T., to-day, where the funeral
ceremonies will take place.
October 14, 1886
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The marriage of Mr. George Peaslee, senior member of the firm of Peaslee Bros.,
of this city, to Miss Willie Allen, of San Jose, Cal., took place in that city
on Tuesday afternoon, October 12. George and his bride may be expected to
arrive here shortly, and will occupy rooms in the Baily block, which are
already prepared for their reception.
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The wedding of Miss Jessie Welch to Mr. Thomas Searles took place at the
residence of Mr. Charles Welch, father of the bride, at Mount Tabor, on Monday
evening last, Rev. Haskell, pastor of the Baptist church, officiated.
October 16, 1886
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The wedding of Mr. George A. Griffin to Miss Maggie J. Turner took place at the
residence of Mr. J. Gwin, corner of Sixth and J. streets, on Thursday evening,
Rev. T. L. Sails officiating.
October 20, 1886
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A 15-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Bancroft died yesterday morning at
their residence in Holladay's addition. The cause of death is said to have
been blood poisoning, from the bite of a spider or some other venomous insect.
The funeral services were held at the residence between 3 and 4 o'clock
yesterday afternoon, Rev. Daniel Staver officiating.
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Mr. George Murray, who for some time past has been in Alaska, has returned,
bringing with him many fine and rich specimens of gold and silver quartz, and
rock containing copper and lead.
October 25, 1886
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Miss Lida Cranston and Miss Lena Breyman, of Salem, are spending a few days
visiting with the family of Mr. A. H. Breyman, in Holladay's addition.
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Mr. F. Burnight, who has been spending several weeks his sister Mrs. Gideon
Tibbetts, left on the steamer for San Francisco last night, and after spending
a few days in the city, will return to his home in Los Angeles, Cal.
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Mr. J. L. Stewart, who has been visiting with his daughter, Mrs. H. D. McGuire,
left yesterday afternoon for his ranch at Cross Keys, Crook county. His wife,
who has been visiting her daughter all summer, in hope of benefiting her
health, returned with him.
October 29, 1886
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A little after 11 o'clock yesterday morning news was brought to this city by
Mr. T. C. Earle that George Schell, of this city, had been killed. Mr. Earle
came in on horseback from Roach's place, on the Vancouver road, about two and
one-half miles from this city, and stated that a half an hour previous he had
found the
dead body of Schell lying in the road running through the timber, and about 200
yards further, at the corner of the road leading to this city, he found the
four-hourse team which Schell had been driving, with the wagon turned over. It
was his opinion that Schell, who was hauling wood from that place for Monroe
& Parker, of this city, had started with his load and had accidentally fell
or been thrown off the load and the wheels had passed over him, killing him
instantly. Mr. Earle left the body just as he found it and rode rapidly to
this city and informed Messrs. Munroe & Parker, for whom the deceased had
been working, and his mother, who is a widow and resides in Soden's building on
L street. The coroner was notified and, in company with others, drove out to
the place, where the body was found in a badly mutilated condition, both arms
being broken and neck mashed, and it was evident to all that the deceased had
fallen from the spring seat to the ground in front of the wagon and the wheels
had passed diagonally over his neck and breast, just missing the base of the
skull. No one was present to witness the accident, and no information could be
obtained except that of Mr. Earle, who found the body and afterwards the team
and overturned wagon. It was therefore deemed useless to hold an inquest. The
body was brought to the undertaking rooms of F. S. Dunning, where it was placed
in a coffin, and will be taken to Silverton on this morning's train, where the
funeral services will take place from the residence of a sister residing there.
November 3, 1886
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Prof. W. A. Wetzell will dissect the heart and lungs of an ox in the presence
of his physiology class to-morrow morning. The object of the dissection will
be to show the structure of those organs and the explanation of the subjects of
circulation and respiration. Mr. Wetzell's aim is to make his instruction as
practical as possible.
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The launching of the new steamer from the ship yard of Messrs. Paquet &
Smith took place yesterday morning, according to previous arrangements, as
stated in yesterday's
Oregonian
. The time set for the launching was at or near 11 o'clock, when the tide
would be at full. Long before that hour Ladd's new wharf and other prominent
places were covered with spectators, many of whom were ladies. Preparations for
the launching commenced on Monday and continued until about 10:30 o'clock
yesterday morning, when Mr. Louis Paquet, who has had charge of her
construction, gave orders to have the boats which were tied up in front of the
yard, and every other obstruction removed. That being done, orders were given
to remove the blocks and braces. This was quickly accomplished, and at 11:22,
the signal being given, the ropes were cut and the handsome craft slid
gracefully down the ways into the water, the spectators cheering and the engine
at the box factory saluting with a hearty whistle. It was indeed a beautiful
sight. No accident of any kind has happened since the commencement of her
construction up to the present time. None of her owners were present to
witness the launching, and the name is still a secret to her builders.
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Mrs. Frankie Dunn of this city leaves for Walla Walla to day to attend the
funeral of her father, Mr. William Sterling, who was recently murdered, an
account of which has already been given in
The Oregonian
.
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Mrs. Marye, wife of ex-County Surveyor W. B. Marye, is lying dangerously ill at
the residence of her mother, Mrs. T. DeClark, corner of Fourth and F streets.
She is receiving the best of nursing and care but her recovery is considered
doubtful, and it is considered unwise to allow any of her friends to visit her
at present.
November 11, 1886
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Miss Jennie Brand, daughter of Mr. James Brand, who has been afflicted with
consumption for several months past, died at the Good Samaritan hospital in
Portland at 8 o'clock Tuesday evening. Deceased was 17 years of age at
the time of her death. The funeral will take place from the residence of her
parents, near Fairview, this county, at 10 A.M. to-day. Friends of the
family are requested to attend.
November 18, 1886
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Jim Reed, who has appeared several times before the city recorder of late to
answer to the charge of being drunk and disorderly, was again arrested
yesterday afternoon and lodged in jail.
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Mrs. C. W. Tracy is making preparation to remove to Drummond, Montana, to spend
the winter with her husband at that place. Her grand-daughter, Miss Carrie
Moore, will accompany her.
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A complaint was filed in Justice Bullock's court yesterday afternoon, by Ah
Jim, accusing one Lung Sing of stealing a woolen blanket belonging to him. A
warrant was issued and Sing was arrested. On being arraigned he pleaded not
guilty and the case was set for hearing at 8:30 this morning. Sing was locked
up until that hour.
November 20, 1886
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Mr. J. F. P. Johnson, aged 83 years, died at the residence of his daughter,
Mrs. Long, in the Harrington block, in this city, about 8 o'clock on
Thursday evening. Deceased has been ailing for several months, but with no
particular disease, and he continued to grow weaker until the time his death.
He was a soldier in the late war, and at the age of 60 years fought in the
battle of Stone River. He was a member of Sumner post, No. 12, G.A.R., of this
city, under whose auspices he will be buried. The announcement of which will
be found in the funeral notices in this paper.
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Mr. Matthias Reynolds, aged 82 years, died at his residence in Powell's valley
on Thursday evening. Deceased was a native of Virginia, but when quite a young
man removed to Warren, Iowa, and afterwards to Powell's valley, in this state,
where he has resided for twenty-five years, and has always been greatly
respected by his neighbors. His funeral will take place at 11 o'clock
this morning, from the White school house.
November 29, 1886
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The funeral of Mr. H. H. Lohr took place from the residence of his brother, B.
F. Lohr, corner of Fifth and D streets, yesterday afternoon. The religious
service was conducted by Rev. I. D. Driver of the Methodist church, after which
the remains were taken in charge by the Knights of Labor, of which order the
deceased was a member, and taken to Lone Fir cemetery where they were buried
according to the ritual of the order. The deceased was an engineer on the
Northern Pacific railroad, and on Wednesday last, while engaged tightening a
screw under the engine, the wrench slipped and he fell against the wheel and
received injuries from which he died during the same day. The accident
happened somewhere in Idaho. His remains arrived in this city on Saturday.
November 30, 1886
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Rev. C. C. Poling, who has just returned from Corvallis, reports that Rev. H.
L. Pratt, assistant pastor of the Evangelical church in this city, and Miss
Mary Dunn were married at the residence of the bride's parents, near Corvallis,
on Wednesday, the 24th inst., the ceremony being performed by the former.
December 1, 1886
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Mrs. G. W. Cartwright, of Yoncalla, in this state, who has been paying a short
visit to relatives and friends in this city, returned to her home yesterday.
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Dr. D. M. Eddy received a letter yesterday from Sedan, Kan., containing the
news of the death of his father, Warren Eddy, of that place, at the age of 76
years.
December 8, 1886
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Mrs. Marye, wife of W. B. Marye, late county surveyor, is lying very sick at
the residence of her father, Mr. T. DeClark, corner of Fourth and F streets.
Her disease is consumption, and it is thought she can survive but a day or two
at the farthest.
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Miss Beatrice McQuaid, daughter of J. M. McQuaid, the contractor, is also lying
low with the same disease, with but very slight hopes of recovering.
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The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Roberts is very sick with scarlet
fever.
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Mrs. Amanda Lewis, wife of Thomas Lewis, a farmer residing east of Mt. Tabor,
died on Sunday last after a sickness of several months of dropsy. The funeral
took place on Monday, the 6th inst., Rev. S. Daniels officiating.
December13, 1886
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On Saturday evening last Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brickell, who live in the southern
part of the city, were the recipients of a genuine surprise. The occasion was
the tenth anniversary of their wedding day. At 8 o'clock a goodly number of
their friends, well laden with tinware and the requisites for a substantial
lunch, invaded their home. The lady of the house welcomed her visitors with
the best possible grace under the circumstances. The "lord of the mansion" was
not at home, but when he returned he was greatly surprised, and did his part in
admiring the tinware and storing away the goodies. The following persons were
present:
Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Sprague, Mr. and Mrs. John Harkins, Mr. and Mrs. Wm.
Halfpenny, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. N. Sellwood, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Kindorf, Mr. and
Mrs. George Parrish, Mr. and Mrs. Minor, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Shute, Mr. and Mrs.
S. McCauley, Mr. and Mrs. Donaldson, Prof. C. Parrish and wife, Mr. George
Brickell.
A very pleasant time was had in social intercourse and games. Mrs. George
Parrish rendered some excellent vocal music during the evening. At a late hour
the party broke up, wishing their host and hostess many happy returns of their
wedding day.
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A quiet wedding took place yesterday noon, at the residence of Mr. John
Campbell, on Fifth street. The contracting parties being Mr. M. D. George,
late of Forreston, Illinois, and Miss Angie Forbes, a teacher in the Central
school of this city. The ceremony was performed by Rev. H. K. Hines, D. D.
The newly married couple have taken rooms at Mrs. Jordan's, in the Cully block,
where they will hereafter reside.
December 15, 1886
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The funeral of Edward Dempsey, who died on Sunday afternoon last, from the
effects of a cancer, took place at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon, from St.
Francis Catholic Church.
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Mrs J. F. Miller, of Salem, mother of Mrs. Kirk Sheldon, has been spending a
few days visiting her daughter. She took the steamer last night for
California, on a visit to friends at Eureka.
December 16, 1886
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Mrs. A. B. Slauson, who went to Denver some weeks ago, reports the gratifying
intelligence to her friends that she is improving substantially in health. She
expects to remain in Denver until April if her health continues to improve.
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Yesterday morning, at the residence of the bride's parents, Capt. and Mrs. W.
H. Foster, in Albina, Mr. D. M. McLauchlan and Miss Nellie V. Ladd were united
in marriage, Rev. W. O. Forbes performing the ceremony. The happy couple took
the morning train for Victoria, B. C., and the Sound country, where they will
spend a few days on a wedding tour.
December 20, 1886
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At 1 o'clock yesterday, the funeral of Mr. George B. Fimpel, who died in this
city Saturday at 12 o'clock, took place from the Episcopal church. After
the services in the church had been concluded, the remains were conveyed to the
cemetery, and laid in their last resting place, with Masonic honors. Pioneer
engine company No. 1, also accompanied the remains. Mr. Fimpel was a man about
38 years of age. He has been a resident of East Portland about ten years; was
an engineer on the Oregon & California railroad a portion of the time, and
for the past four years he has been engaged in business on Fourth street in
this city. He leaves a wife and two children.
December 23, 1886
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Mr. John Thompson, the father of Mrs. Nichols, living on Eighth street, between
J and K, is in the city, arriving here from Pennsylvania Monday. Yesterday, in
the company of his son-in-law, Mr. Nichols, Mr. Thompson paid a short visit to
the suburban town of Albina. While there he examined the work in progress upon
the roundhouse and machine shops; though saying little he seemed under the
impression that the future of Albina was assured along the line of permanent
prosperity. Mr. Thompson has been engaged in the mercantile business in
Pennsylvania. He is here looking at East Portland and investigating the
chances afforded for investment. Should he find inducements sufficient to
warrant him in doing so he may engage in business. Speaking of the climate
here as compared with that in Pennsylvania he illustrated the difference very
pointedly by saying they were cutting ice back there nine inches in thickness.
December 26, 1886
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Married--At Wilber, Dec 25, by Rev Edward Gittens, Mr. B. C. Smith, of East
Portland, and Miss Nellie Slocum.
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Died--In Corvallis, Dec 25, Guy Randolph, infant son of Wallace R. and Cora E.
Struble, aged 7 weeks. Funeral 2 P.M. to-day (Sunday) from 175 Yamhill,
corner West Park. Services at the grave private.
December 27, 1886
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At the close of the sermon last night, in the Methodist church, the pastor
invited the audience to remain and witness the wedding ceremonies that would
unite Mr. Wm. Burdick and Miss V. D. Hunter. The bridal party filed into the
church, the bride, Miss Hunter, with her brother, coming in at the front door,
and walking down the aisle to the altar; while the bridegroom entered from a
side door, with the usual attendants. They were soon pronounced man and wife,
and then received congratulations. Mr. Burdick has lived many years in East
Portland, while Miss Hunter has lived here but six months. They begin
housekeeping at once. It may be added, that no event has been witnessed with
greater interest in East Portland for a long time, owing to the high standing
of Mr. and Mrs. Burdick in East Portland, and when these lines are read all
will say "God bless and prosper them."
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