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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1907
Page
4
An acetate reprint from Pendleton Oregon shows a newspaper masthead for the East Oregonian Publishing Co with publication frequency Daily Weekly and SemiWeekly and postal subscription rates. It lists address and security details and notes Scripps News Association membership and second class mail classification.
The piece argues reforms in Oregon came through broad Republican support, not party labels, citing initiatives like popular elections and referendums. It condemns comic city graft in San Francisco and praises Pendleton and Portland climates, noting the value of reform through mass opinion and stable parties.
The writer denounces continued inaccessibility of the Columbia and Snake rivers to navigation across their lengths. He contrasts eastern river improvements with minimal western progress, noting government pretense and costly projects while inland settlers endure high freight rates. He urges Congress to act and remove rock obstructions promptly.
Eugene Schmitt once ousted San Francisco mayor attempts to install a new board of supervisors to replace the corrupt group removed by the court. Despite court declaring him ousted for cause, he presses on with plans amid ongoing political turmoil and public scrutiny.
The oppressed voters of Oregon face a potential vote on limiting editorial discussion of statement No 1 to Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays each week. If Pendleton Tribune and Oregon Daily Journal persist with daily broadsides on the heavy subject, the heat and discussions make the atmosphere almost unbearable.
Portland witnesses extreme heat expanding Willamette bridges steel frames and hindering drawbridge operation. Fire boat crews released cold water to ease the strain as city officials warn heat also affects other areas such as Umatilla, highlighting differing regional impacts.
A heated question arises over how many socialists in Umatilla County or Oregon would publicly sign a petition nominating Haywood for the presidency. Opponents accuse the foreign element in the party of pressuring or composing such moves, while supporters claim a lawful expression of political support.
The juvenile judge Ben Lindsey denounces senator elect Simon Guggenheim, calling for his hanging in a blank verse style attack at a Chicago Chautauqua. The crowd saw a reformer who links juvenile court needs to privilege corporate-caused conditions, a theme Lindsey ties to broader child welfare. Lavi Ankeny, born 1844 near St Joseph, rose from transportation and mercantile work to banking and political leadership in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and later became a Washington senator after multiple campaigns. A proverb warns that a timely effort saves money.
A compact verse questions lengthy pleas in prayer and urges self reliance. It argues that two gifts suffice the heart to dare and the will to act, suggesting God grants strength to face life and freedom from self made coils. The piece closes with emphasis on courage and action.
A Washington Post verse hints that the road to Lazyville lies over Dreamland war memories. On a summer day idle sunteams play beneath mild blue skies as rustling leaves whisper and nodding roses bloom, signaling the path to Lagyville.
Poem urging strong men to leave city life and work hard in Kansas to prevent crop spoilage amid drought and turmoil. Written by EK Kiner, calling for brave hands and refusal to seek office.
The August 31 deadline ends the doubloon's regal status in Trinidad and Tobago as the five dollar coin, dating from 1648, fades from circulation. The piece tied to pirate legend persists briefly in British possessions, with its value fixed historically at about $15.24, noted by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
A Bulwer quotation argues prudence in spending tied to income from £100 to £9000 a year. It contrasts modest sums with the temptations and risks of excessive wealth, noting dangers of debt, servitude, exile, and shame while praising frugality and self reliance. It emphasizes that restraint yields safety and respect.
For 17 years the Sedalia Missouri Ladies Aid society has acted as Betsy Ross for the M K T railway, making flags funded and supplied by the Katy company. Workers receive one cent per flag, with shipments of hundreds of dozen produced. Four flag styles signify danger, clear track, following second section, and yard engine or car undergoing repair.
The article cites Percival Lowell noting Earth retains 34 to 36 percent of sun heat under cloud cover and 41 percent under clear skies. It contrasts reflected heat on cloudy days with brighter conditions and ends with a unrelated quotation about marital forgiveness for practical fixes around the home.
The Hotel Portland in Portland Oregon offers American plan from $3 per day and up. It serves tourists and commercial travelers with family and single gentleman accommodations. Rooms and prices are shown on request by manager H C Bowers, a modern Turkish bath is available within the hotel.
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