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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1909
Page
4
The East Oregonian independent weekly edition from Pendleton Oregon surveys local issues and aims to inform readers. It notes affiliation with United Press Association and provides bureau and contact details for Washington D C.
The arrival of pleasant weather highlights Pendleton's lack of outdoor recreation and amusements. Ladies clubs propose small parks and resting spots, a levee conversion to a drive and walk, and a summer band concert series to beautify the city and attract residents and visitors. Encouraging public fund drives could revive the band and offer affordable leisure for all ages.
Prompted by Dr McClure and endorsed by the Fast Oregonian two local dairy men will have their herds inspected for tuberculosis. Government testers will perform tuberculin tests and cows found affected will be culled or isolated so milk can be pasteurized. Oliver and Warren aim to reassure customers that milk comes from disease free cows.
Two dairymen have arranged herd inspections and the movement spreads locally. Consumers are asked to demand milk from cows known to be free from disease, encouraging dairies to participate. Citizens are urged to patronize inspected dairies and pressure others to comply.
A Boston speech argues for a powerful navy as insurance against war. The secretary of the navy said the United States should maintain strength in both Atlantic and Pacific fleets after the Spanish war cost about half a billion dollars. He warned that a stronger navy could deter conflict and noted rising powers Japan and China. He stressed that peace rests on being able to protect oneself and keep friendly relations in the Orient.
The Nearby Press reports Pilot Rock organizes the Progressive Club to focus migrants on opportunities in homeseekers capital investment and Pilot Rock’s climate crops and land value. The club aims to promote the town, county Timuatilla, and local business interests through information on cereals fruits and vegetables.
Saturday at Weston proved a bustling scene as eager traders filled street markets. Merchants push to attract and retain tributary patronage, countering long held doubts about Weston’s decline. The town, surrounded by fertile small farms, is poised for growth under current leadership.
The Echo Register notes three acres can support a family in comfort on fertile soil. It argues many irrigated Pacific coast regions already sustain five acre plots and that present conditions could supply abundant bread if people would take up farming.
The morning paper notes Athena faces a water plant challenge but holds confidence since the system is city owned. Residents push for a larger supply and practical steps to expand nearby communities, aiming for a closer regional settlement and growth.
Mrs. B F Williams of Milton gains attention for poultry raising at the Freewater Times show, winning many cups for choice stock. She shipped 50 Buff Plymouth Rock eggs to Texas and 50 one day old chickens to Her miston, with a prior large shipment to Spokane. The piece extols that the best stock always finds a ready market.
Umatilla county farmers shrug at rising May wheat as world wheat scarcity lifts expected crop prices. Growers focus on September wheat rather than near term markets, signaling patience ahead of the harvest.
Mr Wilbur of Union Oregon rents the Hope building at Main Street near High Bros livery stable and plans a first class electric theatre with a new front two exits and modern plant including lanterns reels electric plane and phonograph to be installed at the depot lanterns and other equipment are on hand for the project in Oregon now
The government announces Harriman may continue with the Des Chutes road project. Harriman must now either begin construction promptly or offer a new justification for any delays.
Wheat King Patten and Father Wilson of the department of agriculture clash over on hand quantities. Patten does not handle wheat and is described as a gambler, highlighting a curious conflict in agricultural oversight.
L. Reeder purchases the Hermiston ice plant and will implement upgrades at once to begin operations by the first of the month. Reeder brings years of ice manufacturing experience and aims to provide satisfactory ice and first class service.
Pendleton’s amateur ball squad shows performance similar to the previous league side and operates at a lower expense, reflecting comparable results with reduced costs.
A reader notes people will drink more milk if they believe it is pure and real. concerns about authenticity may drive buyers to favor trusted brands or labeled purity standards.
A tall girl with a mountainous pompadour whispers her opinion of Misa Cali hope. A rude man in a starry vest grumbles that she sings like a pirate. The exchange notes rough high notes and curiosity about the resemblance.
A reflective note asks readers to recall the band’s previous performance date and venue, inviting memories of the event and any standout moments from those who were present. The query hints at nostalgia and community sharing without detailing specifics.
A 56 year history praising Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a trusted American home remedy. The ad highlights benefits for poor appetite, coated tongue, constipation, dyspepsia, indigestion, headache, heartburn, and malaria, urging readers to choose the genuine product with the private stamp over the bottle neck.
Camille Flammarion proposes a geothermic well of 200 meters to probe Earth’s interior. He envisions using the standing armies of the world to carry out the work in search of heat sources and the potential fusion state of terrestrial materials. The aim is rational direct study beyond ad hoc mining efforts.
An exhibitor proclaims Sir John Falstaff at a waxwork display. An amused audience questions the claim as the exhibitor notes Falstaff’s long stay without food.
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