Pendleton Oregon Postal Notice
An entry marked at the Pendleton post office indicates second class oil matter handling under postal regulations.
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1909
Page
5
An entry marked at the Pendleton post office indicates second class oil matter handling under postal regulations.
A late summer senate remark by Senator Dolliver about a lamp post seems prescient as a money trust allegedly forms around J. P. Morgan. Critics warn of centralized control of finance and industry, capable of triggering loan seizures, credit crunches, or government disruption, depending on Morgan’s stance. If Morgan acts as a patriot, positives may follow. if not, the lamp post may be needed.
A derelict locomotive runaway alarmed mariners and railway workers after a wild train disrupted the Kamela area, proving uncontrollable by block signals or wire. The incident triggered heightened caution as the train rolled down the grade, causing widespread anxiety.
A Kameli runaway event halted in a ditch after warning foretellings of mischief proved unfounded. Several men aboard escaped unhurt, and the R. R. & N. company and its employees are thanked for safe handling and congratulated for the fortunate outcome.
The article argues Walla Walla’s wet status angers many residents and urges retired farmers to relocate to Pendleton. It touts Pendleton’s superior schools two academies a business college, stronger mercantile scene, cheaper suburban property and a new traction system as incentives. Pendleton is described as dry with a welcoming stance toward newcomers.
The Whitman college president spent a year in the east and was not present during the prohibition fight in Walla Walla. Reportedly some others were present to vote, with the result reflecting their stance.
The Hermiston Herald reports a change in ownership as the paper’s control transfers to a new owner. Details on the acquiring party and effective date are not provided in the readable text.
A brief toast praising Hermiston and the Herald, wishing both the town and the newspaper a long, prosperous life. The line reads as a folkloric sentiment honoring the community and its local press.
The so called Fraud Queen has been brought back to Pendleton after years away. She appears to belong in Salem and faces scrutiny over her activities.
On a cold day with little to do, residents chatter about a cougar tale and other local curiosities, hinting at small town rumors and shared hearsay amid quiet routine.
A fragmented report alleges that English poet Woatsen is mentally unstable, suggesting critics use insanity claims to shield broader faults. The unreliable text hints at public scandal and strong accusations without detailing specific acts or evidence.
A weather notice targets North Dakota and Minnesota readers with forecasts of extended cold, gusty winds, and possible snow. Strong chilly conditions likely through the weekend with subzero wind chills and improving but slow warming trends later next week.
For sale 1800 acres fenced with a good house, 4 barns, wells, orchards, and improvements. Land along the foot hills of the Blue mountains in the Chingok belt with springs. Owner cut 160 tons of alfalfa this year. 10 miles from a railroad, price 12.50 per acre plus cattle and horses, 2 wagons and all machinery included. If bargain found, seller will move goods.
Real rose hat pins offered at about half the usual price from 5c to TSec, described as metalized flowers echoing ancient Egyptian artistry. The notice markets these decorative pins as affordable, promotional stock with limited pricing details.
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