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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1908
Page
5
An item notes the Pendleton Oregon publication by East Oregonian Publishing Co. The snippet names multiple paper titles and a publishing house, indicating local newspaper activity and organizational details.
Poem excerpt by Beth Slater Whitson reflecting on choosing the challenging life over comfort. Imagery contrasts temptation, strain, and the heights and depths of life with a vow not to seek a sheltered existence amid a heart-broken throng.
Eastern Oregon newspapers generally favor the reelection of Congressman W R Ellis. They note he stays in Washington tending state business, while opponents campaign. The tone is supportive, seeing his sacrifice of campaigning for continued service. Senator Fulton is campaigning in Oregon, Ellis could do likewise but remains at his post.
In Umatilla county heavy registration signals strong public support for the primary law. Voters are urged to participate actively, think for themselves, and hold government to account to curb machine politics and corruption. The piece frames direct voter engagement as essential to clarifying state government.
In his bid for the congressional nomination in Oregon's second district, T T Geer claims in his paper he has never been rejected by Oregonians. Once a Marion County legislator, he was eventually defeated amid questions of political scheming and public fatigue.
The article argues that Geer has been repeatedly rejected by Oregon voters—from governor to U.S. Senate—and now seeks a new district seat. It claims his past political and private conduct led to widespread disapproval in Marion and Union counties and predicts his defeat again in Eastern Oregon if he pursues higher office.
The article portrays Edward Harriman near a historic control of the Erie system, linking Chicago and New York and uniting Atlantic and Pacific commerce. It questions what Harriman will do next, whether he might dominate continental traffic and even urge government ownership of a vast transportation network.
A Spokane Chronicle opinion warns that anarchists nationwide may attack President Roosevelt. It argues free speech is valid only when it does not incite riot or murder and likens anarchists to France’s terror era, labeling them criminals endangering law, order, and property.
The Pendleton Tribune reports T. T. Geer denies charges he sold the superintendent post at Oregon Penitentiary to H. B. Plummer for 1000 dollars during his governorship. Geer says Plummer had no agreement, and repayment occurred long before Mr. Lee’s appointment.
The piece argues that violence comes from the poor ignorant and hot headed guided by anarchist rhetoric. It cites Emma Goldman as a mouthpiece yet questions her courage. It asserts Americans are not oppressed and praise education funded by government and private effort. It notes France’s revolutions vs US opportunity and quotes Roosevelt on stopping anarchist influence.
A Pendleton resident and former Idahoan lauds women’s voting role, recalling old practices of bribed or marked ballots. He says since women began voting in Idaho elections have been clean and orderly, comparing polling places to orderly stores and hotels. He argues this proves women deserve the ballot in Oregon.
T Geer directs immediate creation of a dictionary to supply sharper epithets for his congressional campaign, criticizing Webster's International for lacking force in his current political contest.
The verse describes maiden Spring waking blossoms and breezes as flocks roam hills and greens. Birds, beasts, and plants answer a loving call, with nature’s creatures joining in a boundless blue nuptial strain. A stray remark notes a girl can lose her way without losing weight.
The letter writers testify to benefits from Peruns without solicitation and provide recent photos to prove identity. We publish many testimonials with full names and addresses. We reject fraudulent testimonials as dishonorable and commercially ruinous.
W A Parsons former State Senator and ex Supreme Court judge cites personal friends and testimonies praising Poruna for grip symptoms. He reports improvement after one week and notes better appetite and digestion after treatment. A Lexington Texas writer Charles Sohwoha also thanks for Poruna curing constipation and liver troubles, stating renewed health and gratitude.
An advertisement touts Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for weak nerves and various digestive ailments. It lists herbal ingredients such as Golden Seal and Bloodroot, claims no alcohol, and offers a free medical authors booklet by mail. The ad highlights Dr. Pierce and Tiny sugar coated pellets as a stomach and liver support.
Mr W CO Clement assistant manager in Rome Georgia testifies to Peruna delivering complete relief from chronic constipation catarrh and lingering health issues after six weeks of use noting a stronger constitution and regular bowels. Moses Morrill of Columbus Kansas reports improved digestion and regularity and credits Peruna with overcoming long standing catarrh symptoms.
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