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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1909
Page
4
The East Oregonian endorses Murphy for re election in Pendleton citing his honesty progressiveness and commitment to city development. The paper notes a proposed electric company and traction system favors Pendleton and urges voters to reject Swinburne backed candidates amid claims of partisan influence.
The quoted fragment argues Murphy deserves re election, praising his personal leadership and stance for Pendleton. It notes a brief campaign during which his aides were well presented and emphasizes Murphy's entitlement to re election for Pendleton’s advancement.
Judge James A. Fee objected to using party names for political gain in the municipal campaign. The text praises his courage and duty, arguing Republicans must avoid skulduggery and uphold party esteem. It cites Fee as a Roosevelt elector who carried Oregon in 1904 and urges others to follow his example against improper use of party affiliation.
An editorial responds to attacks from the rival paper during the mayoral race. The piece defends Mayor Murphy, cites that the editor is not a candidate, and argues the mudslinging tactic is cowardly and ineffective against intelligent voters.
In a partisan era, citizens resist being driven by party bosses. Judge James A. Fee, former Pendleton mayor, urges re election of Mayor Murphy, claiming many support his candidacy for honest leadership at this crisis.
A brief note praising Athena and its aggressive commercial club and workers who help the small city thrive, acknowledging towns are built rather than grown. It emphasizes civic effort by local people and the community spirit.
A regional clash unfolds as two electrical companies vie for notice among Swinburne residents and business owners. The outcome hinges on worker support and local sentiment for proposed project partnerships.
The public voices concern that corporate representatives should stay out of political activity. Many argue such figures overstep bounds and threaten fair governance. The letter warns against excessive involvement by business leaders and upholds the right to object.
Citizens urged to oppose a reelect effort as backers push to keep Murphy in office. Critics warn the campaign relies on overconfidence among allies. Local groups dispute the vigor of the turnout plan while urging vigilance at the polls.
Pendleton hosts a heated local contest as Murphy supports Progress while Swinburne campaigns for Pessimion and Plutocracy. The race centers on economic policies and civic direction with activists mobilizing voters.
A playful riddle poem recalls a boyhood rival who teased and spanked him, revealing mixed feelings of affection. The speaker confesses enduring love for the rival despite lifelong mischief and enmity, culminating in the whispered answer Met Bilakeney Gray.
A fragmented portrait honors editor Richard Watson Gilder of The Century. The piece lauds his fight against graft, care for the poor, openness to help, and dedication to women and children, portraying him as singer and prophet who passed from dark to a new light.
Fragmentary verse by Frank L. Stanton imagines leaving city strife for a pastoral place where rivers glisten, pines sigh, and birds sing. It evokes Maytime fields, warm sun, and a promised world shaped by nature and divine touch.
A Chicago publisher reports Lady de Bathe, known as Mrs Langtry, inspires a witty novel and memoirs. The anecdote recalls her audacious humor at a Michigan Avenue dinner where she asks a guest about a neighboring man with a blue face, remarking on his color. The piece notes snowbound Texas and mild Oregon.
For sale on the Chinook belt near the Blue mountains foot hills is 1800 fenced acres with a basement house, four barns, nine orchards, and other improvements. The land yields 150 tons of alfalfa, winds through crystal springs, and lies ten miles from a railroad spur. Includes $10,000 worth of cattle and horses, two wagons and machinery. Asking price $12.60 per acre.
Mrs. E. West of Menasha Wisconsin asserts Peruna cured her incurable stomach catarrh and boosted her health. She claims long term use keeps her robust with strong appetite and avoids illnesses. She notes Spring and Fall courses and praises the remedy highly.
A Chicago reader Mary Jones extols Peruna for chronic bowels and stomach issues. She reports rapid improvement after one year of trial and claims significant weight gain from 119 pounds to her better health. Other letters praise Peruna’s tonic benefits with examples of dramatic relief after starting the remedy.
A Paris fashion trend draws mixed American response as designers preview red widow style with pale faces, dark lips, and stark crepes. Report notes theatrical court imagery influencing garments while warning American women about copying the now momentary style.
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