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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1918
Page
2
A bold appeal for spring suits, showcasing wool and air fabrics in grey tan blue green and other colors. Prices range from 22.50 to 65.00 with various accessories and women’s Cartel Canion suits described in brief catalog style. It mixes garment variety with discounted pricing and mentions additional small-item offerings.
Pendleton mothers with boys to clothe are invited to visit the boys department where substantial proofs of value are offered. Blue serges for ages 6 to 17 cost 7.50. New military and Norfolk models in cassimieres tweeds and cheviots from 6.40 to 12.50. Boys blouses priced from 50c to 1.50 with fast colors and wide color/pattern selection.
Frank Birzath writes from Pomtkem Ore on April 29 describing his draft status during the war era. He, a 30-year-old farmer with a wife and infant, details 260 rented acres planted to wheat and barley and his desire to remain home to tend crops and pay debts. He questions classifications and perceived influence of wealthy neighbors while expressing willingness to serve if allowed to stay home until his crop is secure.
About 700 men at Camp Dix Wrightstown volunteer for the Mercury Squad in the Navy department service. Most are young athletes taking duties such as carrying messages and repairing fortifications if telephone wires are cut. Sel Malzger, former Penn coach, will oversee Mercury Squad training.
A dense list of social notices and weddings from Pendleton era, detailing engagements, marriages, and gatherings. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. Wil D Henmett taking residence on North Fourteenth Street, the Dennets relocating from Portland, and Leatrice Burchell's upcoming marriage. Also notes about Pendleton visitors, society welcomes, and a 34th anniversary celebration at the Ch Rellowa ball with many locals and relatives attending.
A fragmented line hints at a historical item involving Matty and Hhinder with errors and unclear context. The readable words suggest a people or place tied to a misstep or mistaken act.Further details are unreadable.
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