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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1902
Page
4
A 1902 column surveys local fire service talks, labor hours, and broad opinions. It notes Cuba and Havana strikes, Lipton's yacht vs auto, sultan and king matters, and editorials on crime, coyote bounty, and coyote ethics, ending with praise for shorter clerks’ hours and retail benefits.
The Herald discusses literature from the Indian Rights Association of Philadelphia urging opposition to land division policies and urging public conscience. It argues Indians are financially better off under free rations and leases, and claims no improper deprivation of property, noting large funds created for Indian use and benefit.
A Baker City Herald reprint quotes Senator Platt arguing against paying Indians for land it is claimed they hold in the West. The piece contends Indians are pensioners not farmers, urging greater self-reliance and labor to promote civilization. It frames government policy as enabling laziness and questions tribal wealth as a route to progress.
An editorial argues that a large military drill in the Americas, costing about $1,000,000 in blank cartridges and supplies, should prepare for defense without fomenting conquest. It cites Manila Bay and Santiago as proof of practiced gunners and hopes blank cartridges do not give way to live fire.
An antique ad recounts a tiny quart baby and touts Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a tonic for mothers. It claims to calm nerves, boost appetite, improve sleep, increase vigor, and ease labor. Endorsed by a Virginia customer, it also promotes Dr. Pierce’s medical adviser free with stamps.
Professor Talfourd Smith of Siloam High School in Georgia praises Peruna as a grand catarrh remedy and general tonic. He claims it is a household necessity after years of use, noting Peruna is systemic and reaches disease through the circulation. He invites readers to write Dr. Hartman at The Hartman Sanitarium for free advice.
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