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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1908
Page
9
Frances Smith and Geraldine Froome gain leads while Hagel Wyrick and others lag. With days left, voters mobilize for the final push as Frances and Geraldine inch ahead and a double vote day looms, likely reshaping standings.
Fred Markham of Echo, a 17 year old energetic newsboy, seeks big support for an Echo poll bid. He urges ten year subscriptions as a boost while outlining current vote tallies by city and out of town divisions with candidates including Carling Agnew Hermiston Lola Rogers Adama and more.
Portland Me Dec 17 The ideal edible sardine long famed as a crowd staple may become scarce due to a crop shortfall along the Maine coast. The combine, under official investigation for trust-like practices, produced 22 percent more than anticipated. independent packers report shortages. Prices fell and storage remains high with 399000 cases in storage. Maine Mercantile Co aimed for 1,400,000 cases but packed 1,444,000. independents packed 06,000 cases.
A leaked report describes a planned monster corner in butter aimed at monopolizing the nation’s supply. Officials warn that if successful, the move could force poor people to use oleo or bread without spreads, with major cities expected to be affected within two weeks.
A million dollars worth of June cream butter is alleged to be used by a network of commission men to juggle prices. Inside operators reportedly bought under cover during July sales while others faced shortages. Dealers in New York Boston Chicago and Elgin are linked, with ten million pounds in storage. The piece predicts retail prices may seem modest after the new year.
Washington dispatch notes Rear Admiral William Hemsley Emory retires at age 70 after commanding the Southern Squadron and third division of the Atlantic Fleet during the Pacific voyage and China service. Born December 17, 1846, in Washington, he graduated from Annapolis in 1866 and earned the rank of rear admiral through steady duty. Cabinet dinner tonight marks the formal close of the White House winter social season with President Roosevelt in attendance.
The Montana's final official trial voyage will be held in Virginia waters tomorrow. The ship had been slated to sail with the Atlantic fleet to the Mediterranean to meet returning battleships, but the trial trip was delayed due to docking issues.
New York church marks 100 years since 1808 founding in Cadman Street with a five day event. Rev Dr Edward F Hallenbeck will preach the initial service and other ministers participate. Anniversary sermon by Rev Dr Frost Stevenson. Missionary night follows with a reception hosted by Mr and Mrs Charles B Alexander at 4 West Fifty eighth Street. Descendants from across the United States are expected to attend.
A concise East Oregonian summary of recent local news items and upcoming events, detailing community updates, public notices, and notable happenings within the region with emphasis on places and organizations familiar to readers.
Mrs. FE Harris hosted a dinner last evening with guests praising her coffee. They expressed satisfaction with Folger’s Golden Gate whole roast, which she grinds herself to a medium texture, avoiding a pulverized bitter taste.
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