07 Dec 1910
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Newspaper
Hood River News
Location
Hood River, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1910
Page
1
In Mood River the public votes wrapped in holiday cheer as candidates including Hartwig and McDonald faced a high turnout. The article notes an unusually lively election with campaign notes and Christmas gift imagery accompanying the coverage.
A brief message from EK Haurwie thanks the citizens for their support and notes appreciation for opposing candidates. The letter urges noonlinens cooperation in pursuing the common good and welfare of the city.
Retailers urge shoppers to start holiday purchases ahead of peak periods. Store curbs on crowds and extended hours are noted as help for families seeking timely gift choices.
The piece urges citizens to accept the election results and avoid quarrels. It stresses continuing to work for the community, respecting opponents' rights, and fostering unity. It cites the aphorism about stirring trouble in one’s own house and wind as a warning.
The Hood River Realty Board, formed recently, met Tuesday night to establish a permanent organization with about twenty members. J A Epping was elected president Alt Allen view president and L A Henderson secretary and treasurer. The board aims to promote fraternal spirit among realty dealers and cooperate with the Commercial Club to boost Hood River and its valley to the world.
The state Railroad Commission held a hearing Monday afternoon on the Upper Hood River Valley Progressive Association’s complaint for better passenger service to the upper valley near Mount Hood. Witnesses for the plaintiff included district officers and local residents, while Mont Hood Railroad Co officials spoke for the defendant. the commission will issue a recommendation later. The notice also states an advertisement copy deadline of Monday noon.
A large Upper Valley Progressive Association gathering at the Parkside Ball discusses banking history and apple overproduction, urges charity unity, and plans a December 26 meeting. Events include entertainment by W.T. Cornell, fish stocking committee, and Hood River fair success citing W. E. Clark’s cup.
The Hotel Graven in Oregon has new management after a deal closed last week. Messrs O D Daher have leased the building for five years and purchased the furnishings. Former manager Geo Smith and Chas Hall have left for California to start winter work, while the new operators are well known locally for previous hotel leadership.
In a slow football game west of the depot Hood River Giants beat a picked Helghte team 16 to 0. Regulars sparked three late touchdowns with a forward pass attack while the Heaths team found little success. Next efforts aim to arrange another game with The Pathé, as local boosters tout the victory. Also noted is a new apple box press debut at the State Horticultural Exhibit in Portland.
Capt C P McCan plans spring use for racing horses bought during several weeks at cost. Horses include Bondsman and others for a rough track at Meo River. McCan, now in Hood River area, aims outdoor recreation and health benefits, with Seattle and Sabet connections and American Central Life Insurance Company ties noted.
Hood River residents are promised a league of clean athletics featuring teams from The Driloe Haldeniale Stenson Whilte Salineated Ped River in a competition for the Ohum. Local officials praise the effort and pledge penalties for violations as the meet proceeds this week.
Hood River freshmen defeated The Dalles in a fast game noted for big plays and multiple punts. Key moments included a blocked punt return, a recovered kickoff, and a late touchdown as Hood River claimed a 4 to 2 lead in the period.
A damaged apple storage area caused by a floor box collapse sent apples scattered and damaged. No injuries or fatalities were reported as bystanders observed the incident and workers quickly secured the site.
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