Pendleton Oregon Postal Lineage and Subscription Rates
Entry lists post office mailing details for Pendleton Oregon and distribution channels in Portland. It notes publication distribution points Imperial Hotel News Stand and Western News Co and lists subscription and carrier rates for daily, weekly, and semi weekly editions.
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Pendleton
Oregon
The
East Oregonian Publishing CO
Salz
the Eastern News Co
Portland
Washington St
Imperial Hotel News
Man News Co
Wanh . D. Co
Fourteenth Street
N. W
Dally
Carrier
Mall
Gemi
Mal
Public ownership of utilities and tax reform debated
The article argues for public ownership of water and light plants as logical and profitable, noting tax exemptions and lower overhead. It questions private utilities, hints at political influence in private management, and endorses fall taxes for farmers to align with crop cash flow. Questions the backers of a water board disruption and references Judge Lowell and Pacific Power & Light. It closes with a reminder to Umatilla county farmers about income tax payments.
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Marion County
Oregon
Water Board
Judge Lowell
Pacific Power & Light Co
Pendleton water issue shows clash over public ownership
The Pendleton controversy centers on public versus private control of utilities. Supporters of municipal ownership argue for public management of water and power, citing the Thorn Hollow project and future North Fork plans as benefits, while utilities like Pacific Power & Light push to maintain private control despite public ownership momentum. Local officials faced pressure from the electric company amid broader national battles over municipally owned water and light systems.
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Pacific Power & Light Co
Electric Company
The
Water Board
Thorn Hollow
Kelsey
North Fork
Pendleton
Wichita Beacon on church ventilation and yawns
A Wichita Beacon commented that Sunday wakefulness in churches rests with janitors, not ministers, due to poor ventilation. The piece humorously suggests janitors should regulate opening and closing windows based on congregants’ yawns.
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Wichita
Wichita Beacon
Round the circuit man sparks lunch incident at cafe
A fastidious man orders coffee and rolls at a cafe. A thick mug is pushed over the counter and he notes the absence of a saucer. The young woman behind the counter explains they do not provide saucers to avoid serving “low bred” patrons.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Burglary Suspect Shot While Reaching Wright’s Store
In Butler County Kentucky a burglar attempting to enter Wrights store was fired upon by Winfred Bardin. The man fled, receiving a superficial wound from a bullet that struck between the fence corner and the front gate.
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Wright
Winfred Bardin
Butler County
Spelling Debate Cited by Washington Herald Writer
A Washington Herald quip notes spelling as a necessary evil and jokes about stenographers' appearance, reflecting wary humor on language rules and professional image. The remark frames spelling as essential yet awkward in daily work.
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Washington Herald
Earliest Umbrella Mystery Fizzled in City Tales
A playful exchange from the Houston Post and Life magazine hints at curiosity about who invented the first umbrella and who might have borrowed it. The quip shifts to a child offering candy while noting the need to buy soap, reflecting light anecdotal humor from the period.
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Houston Post
Spelling Bees Recall Jolly School Days in Pendleton
From the People recalls the old time Spelling Bees in Pendleton public schools. The writer, an old teacher from the county, says the best speller was prized above the best ball player and reflects on educational welfare and school pride in the era.
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Pendleton
Ore
East Oregonian
Endorsed Uplift Play Faced Police Raids
A club backed a play claimed to uplift the race, with supporters arguing it enlightens. Critics note police raids occurred three times, highlighting tension over the production and its reception in the community. The Baltimore American quote underscores the controversy surrounding the work and its endorsement.
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Baltimore American
Tramp and Lady Dialog Sparks Silent Film Mood
A fragmentary exchange shows the Lady admonishing the Tramp about money spent on liquor, while asserting she is no fool guiding the route to Boston Transcript. The dialogue hints at social tension and moral judgment within a vintage film context.
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Boston Transcript
Advertising Drives Demand for Nationally Noted Articles
The era favors ad content in daily papers as readers rely on newspapers for advertised merit. Nationally distributed articles draw immediate consumer demand when showcased in the advertising sections.
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United Press Association
Sam
Umatilla County
Elizabeth Murray
Wetephone
Flume House
William Channing Gannett
San Francisco
Seattle
Tacoma
Eugene
Frank C. Kelsey
Public Service
Mr. Sheldon
Garden of Allah
Elizabeth M. Murray
Miss Murray
Madame Sherry
Corkin
Mr. Merchant
Billy Gaston
Edgar Selden Music and Producing Company
Mregonan
Dr. Thos
Ohmart
Taylor Hardware
Pendleton, Ore
Pendleton, Oregon
Irvington
United States
American National Bank
Alta
Popu
Lar
St. George Hotel
Orpheum Theatre
J. P. Medernach
Prop
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