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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1903
Page
3
Salem Feb 27 Governor Chamberlain vetoed senate bill 198 to amend the Australian ballot law allowing a straight ticket with a single mark. The veto argues the change would encourage corrupt tactics and sidestep careful voter consideration, hindering unbiased expression.
King Rockefeller issues a ukase withdrawing T2 test gasoline used for lighting, prompting consternation in small towns where lighting gas has been extensive. Agencies push certified orders to customers, causing hardship for country merchants and hotels with gas lighting costs. Despite issues, the gasoline remains cheap and widely used barring safety risks, as rivals and light firms consider changing suppliers.
A new machine for shearing sheep will be introduced in Baker County in spring. Large flockmasters will drive sheep to points near the railroad for the device to shear. A backer company targets large flocks or combined flocks, with Pleasant Valley chosen for summer operations. Operators Lee Brother and W. G Ayre will oversee work as it saves money and speeds the process.
The land office reports suspension of all disposal except under homestead laws for townships 1 and 4 north ranges 25 and 21 east. The arid lands lie south and east of Castle Rock Mor Ton county opposite Washington where Silesian water has been struck. Recent entries under the desert land act in townships 1 north, range 25 east total 18 acres by private parties seeking cooperative irrigation and reclamation.
Salem reports Eddy bill 264 reshapes 5 mill levy into a per child tax, raising county school funds to at least $4 per pupil. Umatilla county’s 8046 scholars would see $36,276, up from $25,18 under the old 5 mill levy. counties vary in impact. Florence Roberts to star in Magda at the opera house March 3. Teutsch advertises shoe repairs.
Ulster County tale of the mill owner Ryan and nearby farmers in a long running dispute over a perpetual franchise to run his mill. The conflict stirs hearts and romances among local families on the riverbank as courtship plots unfold amid litigation and community tensions. In Washington, the Pekin Treaty query prompts US efforts to enforce a china exclusion clause.
An old time ad invites ladies to attend a March exhibit at Danner's stand offering a display of photographs. The text promises appealing portraits for all ages and emphasizes a pleasant experience while inviting customers to visit for a best photo.
Robinsons Amusement Parlors offer first class bowling alleys billiard and pool tables with shooting and throwing galleries. Musical entertainment every evening. West order maintained temperance refreshments and cigars. Drop in and while away your spare time.
An advertisement by a lumber company promotes a wide range of building materials and custom planing services. It urges readers to consult the business before placing orders for any building supplies.
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