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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1901
Page
5
A dense, early 20th century public notice item lists hundreds of names and offerings from local merchants. It references dry goods stores, chocolates, farm loans, insurance, real estate, and a variety of household goods. The item also notes a county warrants recall, a court appearance, and a community meeting at a church hall.
Mayor Vincent voiced frustration over citizens interviews on street care and mud removal. He defended council inaction while noting paving costs from Main to the depot and from Main to College would exceed city funds, urging property owners to maintain abutting streets and criticizing taxpaying residents. Councilman Clopton provided cost figures for asphalt paving and warned the city budget cannot cover full street improvements.
Pendleton gains improved telegram service with a completed Pendleton to Boise City Western Union line now in operation. The upgraded wire doubles capacity, adds two more operators, and links with the Boise main line improving eastbound communication and increasing local work. Manager J A Krause leads a three man force with plans for expansion and possible Portland to Chicago wire projects under consideration.
The Thompson Street M E Church Epworth League invites Pendleton residents to a free lecture series led by Rev Dr Marvin. The first talk, titled Tennycom, will be Friday at 7 20 PM, with funds raised by a voluntary plate to cover expenses. Dr Marvin is lauded as a distinguished public speaker and literary expert.
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