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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1916
Page
6
A bystander notes President Wilson has inquired of the warring nations after the German peace proposal and Lloyd George's refusal. The move follows the hopeful but cautious global mood sparked by these developments.
The text argues for frank terms to end the war and asserts the president’s move offers a sane, safe path toward peace without breaching neutrality. It warns against collapsing state schools and suggests Oregon must support or face closing its higher education system, reflecting Western states’ views on education funding.
The piece warns millage funded colleges and the agricultural college may lose about 200000 in revenue due to lower state assessments and notes the Monmouth normal school has long suffered from underfunding. It argues the six per cent amendment blocks legislative action for education. Oregon's economy grows as Willamette valley sentiment pushes tightening.
The article portrays rising optimism in Russia that cabinet government may replace autocratic rule. It notes unity between the Council of the Empire and the Duma for a liberal program demanding a ministry answerable to the national assembly rather than the Czar. Reactionaries weaken as blame shifts to the old regime.
28 Years Ago Today report notes Robert Walker remains very ill at eight miles out, with doubts on recovery. An elderly man preached and sang on Pendleton streets. Jolly Mat Taylor aided a sick caller who mistook him for Dr Stone of Milin. Will Coffman named Deermaster at Foster. Sanford hall moved to the rear of Pendleton Hardware to serve as a warehouse.
The piece lauds Henry Ford as both a shrewd businessman and a humanitarian who maintains independence between roles. It notes relief at long days before Christmas and expresses hope the telephone company will address issues, while calling for support for troops returning from the border.
The piece urges giving a portrait as a Christmas token, noting that a well made likeness brings lasting pleasure. It emphasizes proper lighting and composition to maximize the value and joy of the gift for friends.
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