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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1911
Page
2
Calf skin and patent leather shoes with blacher and welt soles offered in heavy and dress styles. Sizes range from 2 1 2 to 3 for youths and little gents, 1 1 2 to 2 for others. Prices span from $1.95 to $6.00 with men’s shoes at $4.95.
State figures and testimony in Salem show Dr. Steiner appealing for an open review of asylum spending while pledging $1500 to charity if misused funds are proven. Debates touch on marble costs, farm profits, and the institution’s capacity and policies toward patients and receiving wards.
Senator Bowerman accuses extravagance at the state insane asylum. Steiner and Kay rebut with four points: per capita care costs are among the lowest, the legislative committee did only superficial review, Vermont marble cost was $1600 not $12,000, and the asylum automobile was necessary and approved by the committee. Bowerman reportedly used the car while campaigning for governor.
Salem Oregon January 31 Superintendent BR E Lee Steiner of the state insane asylum spoke haltingly and tears filled his eyes as he faced a packed audience detailing concerns over patient care and staff shortages.
Edward H. Carter of Camden New Jersey recounts severe skin itching and a baby rash cured by Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills after doctors failed. He notes rapid relief in both cases and advises others to use the set for skin affections. The testimonial is dated March 6 1910 and references addresses in Camden NJ and Boston MA.
A legislative and physician panel weighs sites for the eastern Oregon asylum. The Daniels farm near Pendleton is favored over Bowerman’s Bowerman tract, with doctors urging the Daniels property as the suitable base for a 1000 foot long building. The special committee examined five tracts, and a report is expected after an engineer’s input.
The Central Labor Council of Portland Oregon issued a formal letter opposing Representative Abbott's proposed changes to the employers liability law and any new compensation law. They urge maintaining the current system and support a study by a compensation and insurance commission. Signed by Secretary D W Robingen.
A citizen from Con Ctty Alabama says thieves stole his health for twelve years through liver and kidney trouble. Dr King’s New Life Pills restored his health and he reports relief from constipation malaria headaches and indigestion. 25c Koeppens
The Eugene filter project, delayed by supplier issues, is near completion with final shipments on site. Boiled water is provided to students’ housing and strict sanitary measures are in force as work continues around the clock.
An old advertisement urges readers that lingering distress after eating and belching can be healed by Hood's Sarsaparilla. It claims the medicine strengthens the stomach and digestive organs to improve function and urges taking Hood's.
Unfurnished housekeeping rooms available in the East Oregonian building with steam heat gas range in kitchens electric lights hot and cold water and bath. Recently renovated.
The torpedo boat destroyer Monaghan will launch at Newport News on February 18 to honor Ensign John Robert Monaghan, Spokane, who died April 1, 1899 defending a wounded comrade near Apia. His sister will sponsor the ship, and his memory is marked by a Washington state monument unveiled in 1906.
The charter board convened January 16 in Eugene to draft a commission form of government. It includes university figures such as Dr J D Barrett political science and Dr Joseph Schafer history representing the university. Professor F G Young also serves on the municipal league, with Wm Carey Jones leading the California freeholders and President Benjamin Ide Wheeler in attendance as the charter progresses.
A period ad urges readers to take Cure Grains to strengthen nerves and build blood. It claims relief from nerve fatigue, prostration, and aging, promising increased vigor and stamina, with a free trial package by mail and a coupon.
A promotional coupon invites readers to cut out and mail a completed form to I. C. Gralna Co. in Chicago to receive a free trial package of Curo Grains. The offer requires name and address and promises postpaid return mail service.
Pendleton Drug Co. sells the full size package of Curo Grains for 60 cents. The item is available locally in Pendleton through the drugstore.
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