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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1903
Page
6
An advertisement extols Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment for female ailments and general skin and scalp care. It claims rapid relief, safety, and economic benefits, asserting benefits for ulcerations irritations anemia and debility, with broad endorsements and distribution notes across London and Beeton.
The Catholic Order of Foresters meets in Dubuque with about fifteen thousand delegates. A key issue is raising insurance rates to sustain the order and whether liquor dealers and saloon keepers should be admitted as risks, with debate ongoing and plans for increased rates to be presented.
In Rome on August 11 a sensation arises as the pope’s elder brother’s son, calling himself M. Peec, plans to contest the pontiff’s will. He shuns his noble title, saying titles are for vanity, and lives modestly by selling coal and minor work.
An 19th century San Francisco firm claims cures for Bright's disease and diabetes with a list of survivors. The piece names executives, editors, and local merchants, suggesting injections or compounds marketed by Fulton's firm and partners.
San Francisco August 11 pending contest between Jeffries and Corbett for the heavyweight title draws wide public interest. Tickets attract applicants from Chicago Denver New Orleans New York and other cities. Corbett’s training quarters draw sporting men seeking verdicts, with heavy wagering likely and Corbett poised to win favor with many supporters in the home city.
An advertisement claims Newbro's Herpicide prevents hair loss and thickens growth for ladies with thinning hair. It asserts the product kills the dandruff germ at the root, requires no oil or grease, and promises proof from a sample sent for 10 cents in stamps to The Herpine Co Detroit Mich, with F W Schmidt & Co as agents.
Chicago, Aug. 11. Freight demand from shippers is so strong that car shortages look likely to persist. An actual car famine has begun and, barring unexpected gains, a repeat of last winter’s peak activity seems inevitable despite more rolling stock and yard facilities. The early shortage stems largely from a larger and delayed grain movement amid competing freight needs.
The Women's Christian Temperance Union convenes at Old Orchard Maine drawing leaders from across the country. Mrs L M N Stevens national president and Miss Anna Gordon national secretary attend. The program splits days between institutional work and platform talks by clergy and noted speakers including Charles E Littlefield Rev Dr Smith Baker and Rev J W Magruder.
Latrobe Pa on Aug 11 hosts the Western Pennsylvania Firemen's Association annual convention and tournament with over 600 delegates and a parade expected to draw around 4,000 men including 3,000 firemen from Greensburg Johnstown Jeannette and Irwin. Syracuse N Y reports the thirty third annual session of the Order of United American Mechanics opens with ceremonies and a forthcoming parade. Port Angeles Wash firm Filton Saw and Shingle Mills loses entire plant in a Monday fire causing about 20000 in damages.
A pioneering program at the World Fair in St Louis announces the first official Olympic revival on American soil. Events include track and field, swimming, wrestling, discus and hammer, with national and international competitors. Key figures include Mrs. Silivan, secretary of the American Athletic Union, and expositions leaders highlighting a multi-day athletic spectacle.
An advertisement proclaims Acher's Enelah Remedy as the king of all cough cures. It claims instant relief from consumption, pneumonia, and lung troubles with a money back guarantee. Presented by W. Hooker & Co. and F. W. Schmidt & Co. in Buffalo New York.
A. Alloway has charge of the Old Dutch Henry Feed Yard and offers care for horses. There are many stalls, large corrals for loose horses and cattle, hay and grain for sale, and a chop mill in connection. Phone Main 1481.
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