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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1907
Page
7
Riparia to Lewiston leaves daily except Saturday at 6 40 am. Lewiston departures daily except Friday at 7 pm. F J Quinlan, agent Pendleton, WM Murray, G P A Portland Oregon.
Daily Pendleton to Ukiah stage service except Sundays leaves Pendleton at 7:00 a.m. reaches Ukiah by 9:00 a.m. Returns from Ukiah at 3:00 p.m. arrives Pendleton at 6:00 p.m. Fares include Pendleton to Ukiah 3.00 one way 5.00 round trip and other routes: Alba 3.76 one way 5.00 round trip Ridge 2.00 one way 3.60 round trip Nye 11.60 one way 2.60 round trip Pilot Rock 1.00 one way 1.80 round trip.
Amid talks of a state mill restart, fuel supplies in the Inland Empire including North Yakima may run short as cars for fuel wood shipments become scarce. Mills plan to load remaining cars with wood, then shift to legitimate work, risking a wider slowdown if mills resume. Meanwhile, coal stock is ample and a sunnier outlook in production persists. A Seattle firm reports arrival of irrigation plant machinery for 200 acres near Strumpf Rapids, with demonstrations expected to prove the system’s effectiveness for Columbia River irrigation.
A humorous item notes the post office box filled with potatoes sent by the mountain farmers. The potatoes, though not fine, came from a single hill and were presented as proof of local soil quality. The editor left the office with the bucket and clearing house certificates, a quirk showcased by the mountain mail joke.
A large coyote chase last Sunday on the P L L Co holdings saw 42 riders and 21 dogs in action. Four coyotes were jumped, but only one was captured, with Mike Roberto possibly not owning all the dogs. Afterward, participants were invited to dinner at headquarters by C A Minor.
An odd note from the Weston Leader describes a lender in Oregon embracing foggy conditions. The article claims the lender uses surrounding murk to wet type and sprinkle the floor, reducing wear on an office towel previously used for similar tasks.
A Lewiston Teller report notes one Emmett dewberry grower cleared over $1.00 an acre last season but had to haul most of the crop to Boise by wagon. The piece adds that several thousand boxes of peaches were marketed similarly, requiring a 27 mile haul.
The Oliver grand jury, in session 110 days, returned 44 indictments involving 47 people. The report details widespread municipal graft, police protection of vice, and corruption in city departments and public utilities, calling for stronger enforcement and reforms. It also criticizes police courts for leniency during strikes and cites fire hazards in theaters. A second piece notes a large Morrow County coyote drive with 42 riders and 21 dogs, culminating in one coyote captured and a banquet afterward.
Jewelry engraving notice states engraving of goods bought at their store will be done after holidays, with free engraving on their own goods. A large sample plate in the window showcases Mr. R. F. Winslow’s work. East Oregonian.
An advertisement asserts fortune is lost by missing opportunities and promote Sexine Pills as a solution for weakness in men and women. It claims quick improvement and offers a guarantee with prices $1 per box or six boxes for $5, listing Pendleton Drug Co. as the supplier.
Classified captions invite rental of shop and office space near the East Oregonian building, engraved cards and legal blanks, curtains to wash requests, subscription promos for the East Oregonian and related publications with mail order options from Pendleton Oregon. Several sections urge readers to place notices and respond via the newspaper office.
Advertisers urged to upgrade by using three-line ads for small items while reserving larger items for more prominent placements. The note emphasizes proportional use of space to maximize impact and revenue.
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