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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1919
Page
3
The University of Ohio announces several new faculty hires including Armen Allen Meyfee and Colin Dyrmgnt, with ongoing appointments shaping the academic staff. George M. Cohen resigns from the Friars and related organizations as he plans future steps amid ongoing labor issues.
A county survey party led by Judge G C Marsh and Commissioner C J Donning toured the Cabbage Hill area between Pendleton and a bridge root, inspecting rights of way and line work. The party, including other officials and the survey team, examined the route in Mr Phelps's car, noting the project remit and potential inspection trip details.
In Vernon last night Steve Daltoun KO'd Eddie McClarney in the fourth round. McClarney's wife Kathbie, found prostrate in the Hones locket area as spectators aided her husband. The incident drew concern as McClarney and his wife recovered.
Tentmaster P. O. Tweedy, who went to Portland on Monday, is seriously ill in Port in. He has been in poor health several days and a location change was deemed best. An operation may be necessary and it is uncertain if he can return.
St Louis August 20 Milton Hackney a Negro of 11 South Ewing Avenue rode a stock horse home from work due to an East Flat street car strike. The horse pranced in front of the Douglas Hotel on Lawton Avenue damaging the floor with its hooves. The proprietor valued the damage at 25 dollars and Hackney remained to work the next morning and took the horse.
Federal engineers arrived at Pasco to assess possible dam foundation issues on the Snake River. The crew, led by engineers, examined the site and related structures while authorities prepared follow up steps and safety measures.
A curious line notes how a boorked man can continue observing the ware of centlemen without needing any of them. The passage hints at detachment or satire in observing social exchanges while remaining disengaged from participants.
In Tokyo Aug 2 Tapan Tendinés discusses welcoming new world ideals developed through the war. Officials warn against radical foreign ideas while noting the danger of full ban on foreign influence. A cautious path is urged to prevent isolation or feudal reversions and to guard against contaminated thought spreading in Japan.
Washington scene reports Benation Pittman today introduced a resolution supporting President Wilson and seeking interpretation of foreign relation limits. He aims to halt controversy over reservations while noting the need for prompt action as a team of supporters backs the measure. Also featured is Hiarmley & Co. displaying a broncho busting price saddle, claimed world champion level, valued around $400.
A Chicago man described as 25 suits and a $5 room is accused of swindling more than $275,000 from businessmen. Herman Blumen, president of Star Cereal and other firms, allegedly used a convincing spiel to gain trust. He lived in a two room setup while his schemes expanded across Chicago and Milwaukee, reaching Europe and South Africa. Police say he netted large sums, with authorities probing the full extent of his activities and connections.
A report from the state highway department details contracts totaling about 200 miles of pavement and 543 acres of grading with contingencies. Costs include major routes such as the Columbia River, Pacific, and Coast highways, plus several state and local connections and loops across multiple regions.
In Wheeler County Washington August 20 a pest problem from stray dogs is reported. Local farmers express willingness to use any swift dogs capable of chasing rabbits to mitigate the issue, citing limited success of current methods. Kilgarin Fey of Wheeler writes to the Spokane Chamber of Commerce urging action.
The notice quotes Stoukton Revord asking why there is a teacher shortage, noting women from The Hee saya Ome are making from $7 to $15 for a day outing in the Bacaments canneries.
The Fenvol County superintendent Ww W Green announces the text list for Oregon grades with a few exceptions. Titles span Agriculture Davis Productive Farming grade 6 Arithmetic Hamilton Essentials grade 1 and 7 8 Government Highest Community Civics grade 5 Drawing books Applied Art Bowman Gommphy Tate McMurray American History Gordy 5th grade etc.
Paris style show depicts fall fashions with American buyers showing independence from the diktat of French design. Soft materials predominate as new models favor feminine silhouettes, with shirts and unconstrained lines appealing to buyers. American women expected to favor a long dress. corsets discarded amid growing skepticism toward restrictive garments.
The article describes fashion crafts and needlework, noting garments with embroidery, leather items, and decorative paillettes. It mentions measurements for footwear, and hints at wartime clothing trends and materials used by makers and wearers in a period setting.
Hearings on the salary of postal employees are set for September and October in various cities, with sessions listed for Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota and western regions. The memo warns against dog attacks and urges care in handling clothing and bread, noting a Marysville dispatch cites the Schooley Sampoon controversy and praising American war effort.
New York April 21 The Leviathan sails from Hoboken on its final transport voyage to Brest carrying Cen Pershing and units of the First Division home. The ship is to be refitted for passenger and commercial service and may operate between New York and two European ports in Poland or France. The Imperator is slated to sail in September on a parallel transport mission.
London reports describe wartime life and civilian adaptation as women and men contribute to the home front. Health observers note rising living costs, improved routines, and greater activity among workers. The piece highlights shifts in labor, smoking trends, and concerns over baldness linked to lifestyle changes.
Two ancient keys to London mansions and towns near Camp Devens are in the possession of the army Intelligence department. An officer reportedly has not been at Camp Devens and his baggage may have been sent there by mistake. Officials decline comment on claims the keys were handed to General Pershing during a visit.
Mr and Mrs Newt Newton anticipate the birth of their son Len er Newton arriving in Moendioron today after medical terms as a member of the chapter convention committee have been overturned for the past two years about the same.
A description highlights a collection of tobacco storage items. It notes red bags and red tins, a half pound tin humidor, and a curved glass humidor with a sponge-invisible top designed to keep tobacco in pristine condition. The text emphasizes practicality and quality materials.
A Aug. 20 dispatch reports Republicans plan to use phonograph oratory widely in upcoming primaries and general election. The strategy, aided by party figures and campaign staff, aims to spread messages through speeches and distributed recordings. The slate features Wilson for president, Baker for secretary of war, Dante for treasury, and McAdoo for secretary of the treasury, with Bryan and former president Toft also named among campaign voices.
Fort Worth, Tex. Aug. 21. Milne calls for nationalising the Amelia Purity project led by a dissident group. The party splits over methods to align and unite under firm leadership as debates continue about party reform and regional influence.
A historical report notes gasoline tax revenue for the General Road Fund increased during the period ending July. The document references legislative actions and figures showing a rise in fuel tax collections, with totals evolving through February and July. Official counts indicate continued growth in receipts and connection to road funding.
Fragmentary notes from a local event describe intentions to maintain tradition in Peptolinn amid uncertain planning. Names and places are garbled, but mentions of attendees, duties, and potential schedule points hint at a meeting or ceremony details still unresolved.
An old advertisement promotes driving catarrh germs from the blood with S.S.S. tonic, urging readers to avoid surface remedies and seek blood-based treatment advice from Chic Medical Advisers in Atlanta.
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