Distinction Between Friends and Acquaintances Cited
A brief remark notes that some men lack sense in telling friends from acquaintances.
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1912
Page
8
A brief remark notes that some men lack sense in telling friends from acquaintances.
W. L. Thompson, president of the American National Bank, buys a 1913 Cadillac: he plans to use it locally next year. Real estate records show William Oscar Owings and Henry Kh. Owings selling lot 1-4, section 21, two miles, to J. W. Terry for 1000 dollars. Home Building Co. of Hermiston sells Hermiston lot 8, block E, second addition to Charles H. Crandall for 791 dollars.
M L Morrison LeRoy Pentland and W F E Ruther Helix appraisers report the estate of William Timmerman a minor valued at 23476.50 dollars with the largest asset a one fifth interest in land left by John Timmerman valued at 18190 dollars
Maximano Gonzales, Filipino section hand who bit a piece from Fred Johnson, an Alaskan Indian, has been released on his own recognizance after the witness left the city. The attacker had shown he had substantial reason for the carnivorous act.
A heavy wind has raged since early morning in Pendleton. Telephones are out of service and the power company reports trouble with lines showing minor damage overall and no major injuries.
Rough notes report the Library Ball scheduled for tomorrow evening in the neighborhood has about 300 dollars worth of tickets sold. Tickets are one dollar fifty each and admit one couple per entry with an extra Indies charge of fifty cents for additional attendees.
Augustus, famed Pendleton shortstop last season, arrived in the city yesterday after wintering in Los Angeles. He played through Christmas, then left for the North and will report to Vancouver manager Bob Brown for spring training.
Clementine Ingram of Birch Creek sues O W R N company for 250 dollars alleging negligence in unrepaired cattle guards. The complaint states on September 7 the horse wandered into the main enclosure and was struck by the engine and killed.
Today a rice shower covered the lawn by the depot as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Paul Codd celebrate their marriage. The couple, who wed yesterday and left for Spokane, were greeted by railroad friends and a reception in Walla Walla.
In La Dow and Peterson store windows are photographs taken at the Bonneville hatchery during a visit by Secretary C. K. Cranston of the state fish and game commission and Mr. La Dow. The Bonneville hatchery is the largest in the United States and is described as a model facility with scenic surroundings. Photos depict the hatchery interior exterior ponds grinders power wheel and a fish carrying car. The visit noted 23,000,000 eggs present at the hatchery.
The Pinkerton and Glassyer residences along with several others in Pendleton were burglarized over the past days. A Garfield street cellar robbery yielded canned fruit. at Perkins avenue a double-visited home lost a gold watch and $17. E. L. Smith mourns damaged blooded fowl, including a prized rooster for an upcoming show.
In London a wife suing for divorce against engineer Marshall H. Bennett wins after alleging cruelty and that a woman brought into their home as a paying guest usurped her role as mistress. The man admits Miss Marguerite Carrick lent him money and once slapped his wife. he claims other cruelty claims were false.
A social dance is held tonight Tuesday December 31 at Eagle Woodman hall with music by United Orchestra. Everyone is invited to dance the old year out and the new year in.
Suffragettes marching from New York reached Albany despite rain to present a petition to Governor-elect William Sulzer. Rosalie Jones states sentinels await his arrival at the depot and hotel for a conference to deliver their message. Local suffragists plan teas and celebrations following the rally.
Seattle on December 31 Archie Olds a colored porter died from injuries after falling through a shed over the Great Northern baggage platform while chasing his hat. The death mirrors a prior incident involving Jack Thomas on Sunday.
Indianapolis dispatch says directors of the Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton railroad were indicted by the Marion county jury after the Irvington wreck that killed sixteen. The case centers on alleged negligence tied to the fatal collision. The indictment names the railroad’s top officials and seeks legal accountability for the disaster.
In Pasco Washington on December 31 the saloon proprietors met at city hall over "Elevation of the Saloon Business" called by Mayor J M Sylvester. After discussion with all saloonkeepers present, it was decided that any evils observed would be eradicated and compliance with the law would be enforced.
The ordinance enforcement targets saloon regulation with prosecutions for violations. Card playing even for pastime in saloons is banned and Sunday activities will be strictly restricted, with enforcement tightened by the WD.
Bench warrants charging manslaughter were served on New York New Haven Hartford officials Harry Horn Benjamin Hollock and Charles Woodward after the Saugatuck wreck on October 13 that killed seven. They were released on bail.
Indianapolis Dec 31 The grand jury indicted Dr W B Craig veterinarian and T M Ragsdale of Tadlanapolis as a result of the slaying of Dr Helen Knabe former state bacteriologist a year ago Craig is named as the murderer and Ragsdale as accessory.
In Los Angeles on December 23, physicians declare Palzer and McCarty fit for battle. Betting runs even money as promoters anticipate a record purse. The principals are due to enter the ring at three o clock with local fans split and outsiders favoring Palzer.
Aberdeen Wash Dec 31 The four mastered British Wark Torrisdale wrecked Saturday morning and driven ashore at four oclock now lies high and dry on the beach and will probably be.
Full details of the disaster are unavailable as storms and high winds have knocked out the telephone line to Westport, preventing communication and full reporting.
The wooden steamship Dora, ashore at Seward Alaska three weeks ago, was pulled off by a wrecking crew under the underwriters agent. She will proceed to Seattle under her own steam, likely taking ten days or more for the voyage, where a damage survey will be conducted.
Secretary of State and Mrs BL W Olcott entertained the employees of the secretary's office and newspaper men at the Hotel Marion Friday night in Salem. Short addresses paid tribute to the secretary.
A cryptic line suggests power reveals character when men face pressure. The speaker hints that those who claim virtue may show their flaws under stress, implying political or leadership dynamics and the idea that authority exposes true nature.
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