11 Feb 1920
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1920
Page
1
A Pendleton concern plans a 69000 distribution to expand its trade network. Spacious quarters have been secured in the Elks Temple as the company establishes city headquarters extending operations across three states.
The new Falk Co Ltd venture led by J. Cohn and partners consolidates in Pendleton with plans for a five-year operation base and a headquarters shift to the south half of the main floor. The enterprise targets wholesale men’s furnishings across Oregon, Washington, and adjacent territories, hoping for occupancy readiness by April 1.
A group described as four Redmen travel in Washington without funds to pay expenses. They sought help from officials, met delays, and faced issues securing permits and transportation, leading to a prolonged stand in the capital.
The house passed the oil land bill after a ten year struggle, adopting the report and securing the final act. The measure awaits enactment while supporters praise the settlement terms and potential impact on property rights and energy policy.
A garbled historical notice records Fletcher's resignation being accepted by Wilson. The document mentions names and titles in a fragmented form, with distorted spellings suggesting an official approval of resignation and related personnel references.
Live Wires of Enterprise visit Pendleton on a boosting junket in behalf of the Haternnre to Lawieton highway. A party of 25 from Mintergree Wuehioaneheloppad attended, met by a delegation from the Commercial Acewilathon and the Pendleton Automoble Dealers Ago. They dined at the Quelle after a brief tour, with plans to return to Lawbiter Th and extend the Enterprise touring radiue.
Community leaders push for a Pendleton area site to fund and build a $100,090 home for orphans and residents. The plan, backed by the Nelehators of Wenderatt and local groups, outlines data needs on price, transport, site preparation, and utilities.
A Hopkins physician reports the president's illness has improved, with restored left arm and leg function. The executive is described as mind clear and physically capable, though the discourse notes cautious optimism about ongoing conditions and potential fatigue.
A fragmentary account notes Williamson will battle on February 28. The item mentions preparations at the hotel and a local man from Winatilla County, with references to a prominent official and a planned appearance, but details are unclear due to damaged text.
Banks and post offices will observe Lincoln birthday with Thursday holiday. city and county offices closed. State departments may limit operations. schools not included. Readable fragments indicate government and commercial offices pause while some agencies stay open for essential services.
Washington February 11 The measure named for Wadsworth approved higher pay for military service members. The bill moves to the next stage with provisions affecting salaries and allowances for Marine Corps and health service employees, outlining new compensation scales and eligibility.
Fragmentary text notes a rare item priced at $100 in Frisco. Mentions Jim Burke and a move on his hip and a fashion contaluing Hert Hhe goed mizod Jolt with unclear context. Names and places are partially garbled, leaving the precise event uncertain.
A film magnate and two sisters were robbed of about 20000 dollars in jewels. Police in Reaulm Illinois pursue two highwaymen described as tall and armed, who escaped with the valuables from the victims at the theater area. The crime center is Cyril Cohen and associates, with investigators reviewing tote bags for clues.
London February 11: The Council of the League of Nations convened today without the United States. Sir Birck Drummond announced that American envoy Lewis Till Tokatten would not attend the meeting, as the delegation in question remained withheld from the conference. The session focused on subsequent steps in the international effort to restrict war.
Court proceedings paused as Montesano undergoes sanity evaluation. Testimony planned from Tom Morgan and Roberta Roberts to shape jury understanding. State attorney and counsel discuss admissibility of a confession by Joren Robertte, focusing on its weight rather than legality.
Newberry accuser in a dramatic election-related trial signals substantial involvement by editor and local figures. The report cites damaging testimony about campaigns, financial totals, and alleged fraud tied to a candidate seeking office in Newberry.
Washington dispatch reports 14 railroad unions pressing for increased compensation and appealing to President Wilson over Rail Director Hines. Officials expect no full grant and anticipate further action if demands remain unmet. a general conference is not expected to deliver.
Horace Baer aged nine died early today of pneumonia. He was the grandson of Mr and Mrs Horace Mann and son of Mr and Mrs George C Hur. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 PM from the Burns residence on Water Street with Rev Alfred Lockwood officiating. Interment to follow in Pendleton cemetery.
Washington Feb 1 and Feb 11 report a bipartisan effort to craft a program for the League Treaty. Senator Lodge pushes amendments on reservations including voting power and withdrawal while avoiding Article 19 and the Monroe Doctrine. Republicans seek a compromise on Article 17 to place responsibility for any failure on Democrats.
The German minister directs the attorney general to investigate alleged charges and prosecute criminals if evidence warrants. The instruction aims to pursue war era offenses with the police and supreme court involved, signaling a formal probe by the justice ministry.
Local residents and farmers protest Representative Gronna's bill aimed at altering the United States grain corporation. Reports indicate fears the measure would depress wheat prices and hurt milling and farm interests. Congressional debate and lobbying are highlighted as key factors in the ongoing dispute.
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