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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1910
Page
5
An old man called Whar Wuz Ye wanders in biting cold asking the wind for the time as it twists his threadbare clothes. The line, delivered in humorous whimsy, recalls a playful northern street scene with passersby observing.
The Piano House advertises large price cuts on new pianos from brands like Kimball Hobart Cable Tester Starr Whiney and Chickering. Models priced at 216 to 274 dominate, with some at 108 and 244, urging early in person visits to take advantage before stock and offers end. The retailer emphasizes wholesale focus, flexible terms, and a protective Money Rack guarantee with every instrument.
Mixed local notices advertise coal and wood supplies, real estate rentals, dining specials, and small business ads. Items include Furnished rooms on Water St, fresh oysters, Joe Burroughs coal, Hanscom and Mark Moorhouse businesses, Gol den Bule hotel meals, Goodyear Welt shoes at Wohlenberg, and sewing by Dudgett Sisters plus Vogue Millinery services.
Local listing notes a piano shop named Eilers Piano House located on St Muln Street in Poendiaen Oregon. No further details provided.
Rev J M Cornelison of Tatullla, visiting McKay creek, faced a rough road last Thursday. A broken yoke caused the bogey to drop, horses panicked and bolted toward a fence. He and the buggy were left damaged, forcing a six mile walk home through snow after an eventual capture a mile from the scene.
Newsy Notes of Pendleton reports last night’s minimum of 13 degrees with southern winds and notes a search for a Chi nook. Frank Hastings, 14, was sent to Salem Reform School after being deemed incorrigible by Sheriff Taylor. Circuit Judge Bean allows the county teachers to use the court room for next week’s semi annual teaching exams, the only space large enough in the courthouse.
Clark, elected agriculture instructor for Pendleton high school, writes he cannot accept the position this year. The team will play Dayton high school in Dayton, Washington, aiming to extend their unbroken season wins after only losses to Walla Walla teams.
Attorney Charles J. Ferguson moves his office to the Judd building occupying rooms once used by Dr. W G Cole. W G Cole shifts to rooms formerly held by Judge Fee with the same reception area. Artesian water efforts in Echo report progress with water within 20 feet of the tap after drilling 600 feet. Bowling match at Pastime alleys tomorrow decides Walla Wall Pendleton title as both teams hold two wins. A select practice team may face Spokane’s "orink" team after the match.
Fragment describes a wagon incident near Wood Yard and Muff street as a team of horses bolted to Aura street then Alta street before being stopped. It notes county jail near empty after Chad Arnold’s murder conviction and deputy action, with Fred Ts. Parker held on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses and potential release later that evening.
Fred J Parker, accused of issuing bad checks, is held for a hearing before Justice Joe H Parkes on Monday. If the case settles beforehand, Parker may avoid court. The report mentions Parker’s alleged checks at Adams and another location, with involved parties KR and Henneman of the Hen Henin store.
Colbert Pree, Gervais mn ail, Rye Colbert, wounded in a family front, was freed this afternoon by Justice of the Peace Joe WT Parkes. The man accused of the shooting faced a charge of assault with intent but appeared not to be held for trial. J J Gervais testified, while the wounded Colbert remains in city jail awaiting further proceedings before Judge Gerald on Monday.
The Episcopal church will hold 40 days of extra services beginning Ash Wednesday. Bishop Charles Scadding preached at the Church of the Redeemer last night, lamenting any empty seats or the absence of those devoted to divine truth. A reception followed at the rectory.
A delegation of Christian Indians led by Albert Minthorn and Philip Jones traveled from the Tutullla reservation to Pilot Rock to assist Rev. B. W. Warrington. They will address preaching services, speak at Sunday school and Christian Endeavor meetings, and sing during the multiple services using gospel songs from their church.
Mrs Amanda Southwell widow sues BR Straughn before Judge Bean alleging a Straughn hen caused a quarrel over ditch changes tied to irrigation on Southwell alfalfa fields. The dispute arose after a hired man killed the hen, ending previously amicable arrangements between Birch Creek ranchers on neighboring properties.
The Top O The World drew a large audience with many features and hits. Pred Dalley Jack in the Box and Ralph Austin delivered strong humor while Candy Kid and the dancing dogs drew praise.
Rome report of a dispute surrounding a Niobe statue uncovered during construction. George Page, linked to Thomas Nelson Page, claims ownership as the statue valued near 900000 dollars was moved from a bank to Rome’s authorities. A workman’s indemnity claim, plus legal action, leads to seizure and transport of the artifact.
A reader notes that despite high prices, ham and efits are not as good as what their mother used to prepare, expressing disappointment in quality and flavor.
A nostalgic contrast shows Sherman Clay & Co. of San Francisco and Portland as the enduring leader in pianos and music goods. It touts Steinway, Everett, A B Chase, Packard, Ludwig as top brands and warns against new firms. The piece promotes Pendleton’s reading music store and Magoon & Neate as reps.
The Orpheum offers a packed program tonight with The Call Biograph Magic Flower A Fairy Story Kalem Call Boy's Revenge and Good Comedy plus new pictures Tomorrow On the Bank of the River Gaumont A Seat in the Balcony Russian Heroine Pathe Count Leo Tolstoi Pathe A Sister's Sacrifice Vitagraph The Evening Star and Pastime options The Honor of His Family Biograph Dramatic Berger's Repentance Story of a Leg Toymaker's Secret Travelogues One illustrated song.
The Union Methodist Episcopal church introduces nickelodeon style incentives for its Sunday school. Starting next Sunday each child will receive a ticket to attend a show the following Sunday afternoon. The church plans a nickel entertainment with a staff of attorneys providing free legal advice to congregants. A gymnasium and swimming pool with a physical director will be added to church facilities in March.
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