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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1912
Page
4
The Pendleton independent newspaper lists subscription prices for daily and semi weekly editions including annual, six month, and monthly mail and carrier options. It states Pendleton as the official city and county paper with rates ranging from five dollars yearly by mail to small monthly carrier charges.
Governor Wilson delivered a speech at Williams Grove Pennsylvania yesterday, emphasizing a return to Jeffersonian principles while noting ongoing efforts to align national business policies with those lines. He urged clarity and steadfast action as the administration pursues reforms.
The piece argues that big business has dominated government through campaign funding, urging a reform to end this influence. It praises Governor Wilson for clean money, cites Bryan’s modest donation, and condemns the behemoth trust system while criticizing an ill suited Pendleton asylum site and居民 criticism of local officials.
A Boston grand jury indicted Lawrence mill owners for planting dynamite mines to discredit workers during last winter’s strike. The article characterizes tariffs as protective of industries and considerate of workers.
The American bar association has discussed reforms to the judicial system but delivers little action. Critics liken the effort to an ostrich cutting off its tail, implying delays and avoidance in addressing real reform.
President Taft begins his vacation now and will have freedom to depart whenever he wishes next year. The statement implies an upcoming flexible schedule for presidential travel and leisure.
The obituary notes General Booth received greater public honor posthumously than during his lifetime, highlighting the enduring respect and remembered contributions of his leadership and service.
The Western Tri State league highlights a shortage of impartial umpires. Officials urge qualified referees to come forward to uphold fair play in upcoming games.
The fall weather continues to linger with August offering a chance for a decent getaway. Meanwhile the Eastern Oregon Branch Hospital remains in place and operational.
An American of Scottish ancestry shares a Scotch humor tale from Saskatchewan. At a small hotel two Scots join him for dinner. A waitress brings tea and the man complains it is green tea. She asks if it is black enough, prompting a witty moment about preference and color.
A humor piece recounts a traveler and Maggie sharing puzzle history about a newspaper. The jokester explains the old riddle with a flourish, Maggie’s Irish American banter contrasts with the Scots American, and the traveler notes the quip’s age while remaining amused.
National Red Cross headquarters in Washington announces winners of the William Howard Taft Fund prizes for first aid work. Christian D. Fisher of Camden NJ wins first prize for 1911 with sixteen treated cases. others include James Gibson of Windber PA and John Brown of Pittston PA for notable rescue and treatment of coal mine injuries. Eligibility requires membership in Red Cross first-aid classes.
A measure to extend the eight hour day to navy yard employees is being prepared by the navy department and the civil service commission. It would bring over 10,000 workers under civil service rules with employment based on tested fitness and dismissal for lack of fitness, barring political influence or favoritism in hiring or firing.
The piece stresses that raising children demands patience from parents to foster harmony at home. It highlights enduring challenges in daily routines and the importance of steady guidance for healthy family dynamics.
A compact warning notes that a man who shuns trouble is often the most dangerous, urging vigilance and caution in everyday encounters. The adage implies hidden risk behind calm appearances and stresses alertness in public life and personal interactions.
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