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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1903
Page
6
A vintage health note emphasizes foot warmth to prevent chills and boost immunity. The guidance links cold prevention to proper footwear and insulation, urging readers to secure sturdy warm socks and well fitting shoes as the season turns.
The proposed charter shifts the marshal to an elective post while preserving council oversight. Three property owners may file a complaint for official misconduct, prompting a council inquiry and possible removal with a successor appointed for the term. The change keeps the council most accountable to the people.
A display of purses in silver trimmed, large, small, and denim styles highlights a recent market selection. Shoppers compare sizes, materials, and price points as retailers promote new accessory lines.
The passage outlines marshal powers within the city, including arrest authority, prison keeping, reporting duties, and appointment of deputies with council approval. It covers charges of oath violations, suspension, and due process for the marshal, plus related governance details. It also mentions an astronomical telescope arrival and a guardian petition for minor heirs of George A Alcott, tied to an insurance settlement.
Mrs Stockdale Deac died at her home on West Alta street last night of a surgical condition. The funeral will be held Sunday with relatives from the western part of the state being invited and expected to attend.
A string of residents and visitors move through Portland, Salem, Walla Walla, and nearby towns. Notables include Sheriff Taylor, Major Moorhouse, J H ONeill, Miss Victoris Hass, and G P Skelton with crops reported fine in Pilot Rock. Frank P Beslin the Colorado blind editor lectures in town on What a Blind Man Can Do.
A. J. Sewell, manager of the Gray's Harbor Lumber Company, has returned from St Joseph Missouri where he was summoned by news of his father’s severe injury from a fall. The elderly man broke his chin, received aid, and, despite his age, is reported to be recovering well.
Joe Wer prepares a residence well in East Pendiston after a 150 foot driven well on his farm. Driller W. Cheney reports the current well at 180 feet with 150 feet of water and aims to reach an artesian flow. The 150 pound drill struggles in hard rock, yielding about two feet daily. Water quality is described as excellent.
Meacham wood dealer W Minnie is in town a few days with family. Mr Mincs ships daily to town and Walla Wallin and expects no wood famine next winter as cutters move back into heavy timber away from rail lines. He notes higher costs to load on cars but foresees ample supply.
Special train to Walla Walla runs Sunday February 1995 from Pendleton at 10 am with return after Red Men's carnival. Round trip fare 1.40 dollars. Fr F Wamsley, agent.
Superintendent Nowlin attended the Ferndale board meeting where Frank Weis and his wife Lonie Wells were reelected to manage Ferndale schools for next year. Wells’ salary was raised and books valued at 57 dollars were added to the district library. Nowlin praises the school as one of the county’s best.
Judge Bilis ruled for Isabelle Taylor in the case against Moses Taylor granting $100 suit money $250 attorney fees and $60 monthly maintenance during the divorce action. Shalleray McCourt represented the plaintiff Carter Raley and Peterson the defendant.
Prominent Umatilla residents J. W. Kelley and M. Grifith spend a few days in Pendleton visiting the B F Holbrook prospects. The Holbrook Ditch Company has 30 miles surveyed with 11 built and operating, serving land expected to yield alfalfa and various fruits. Water comes from the Umatilla River as two ditch systems approach 5000 acres, boosting immigration and development. Kelley, recently recovered from pneumonia, stays to use school facilities, with Holbrook operations centered at Stokes station.
At the coming court session on March 4 the board will consider steps to improve the county poor farm. Officials expect to advertise for bids or prepare specifications for needed buildings and other improvements.
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