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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1906
Page
2
A 1905 Oregon act enforces strict spraying and disposal of prunings to protect fruit and hop industries. It limits sale of arsenic and toxic sprays, requires certificates of purity, and establishes penalties for violations. The measure aims to curb disease and pests by mandating inspections and proper disposal and spraying practices.
Thand for Sheriff indicates Marsh Ed Rand of Sumpter is the leading Democratic candidate for sheriff. It is agreed he is entitled to the office for aiding the party in the Inez campaign, with Chief of Police Jackson not seeking the post and not disputing Rand's recognized claim.
A summary of a snowfall situation around mountains and valleys near the city with roads blocked by drifts along rail fences. The text notes Powder River Valley conditions and mentions a trial in Baker City involving John A. Beacon of California, with the state supreme court overruling his demurrer to indictments.
A survey of medieval Britain's navy reveals odd attack and defense implements from ca pringards to parises. By 1208 cannon appeared and by 1372 powder and guns were common, with ships carrying iron cannons, brass ordnance, stone shot, and various siege devices. The narrative notes dramatic artillery stories from near 1580 battles and the early cast brass pieces in England.
Greenland traveler notes the Eskimo kayak built from bones and driftwood with a translucent sealskin cover sewn by sinew. It is waterproof to the armpits, nearly unsinkable, and highly maneuverable, yet its crankiness limits hunting to a subset of men, with only a few Danes venturing to use a kayak.
An observing teacher reflects that children labeled stupid by intellect often harbor latent gifts. Quick learners gain prize answers in class and a safe path, but not lasting world-treasured thoughts. Dreamers, not the sharpest pupils, may hold the powers of artist, poet, or philosopher seeking expression.
In Brussels during the battle of Waterloo a panic rose as the allies faltered and people fled. The Duke of Wellington’s cook stayed at his duties and refused to abandon his master noting he had served his master in a hundred battles and he would not miss his dinner.
Mr Crabtree Old Measley Curmudgeon died yesterday and his wife passed away two hours later. The notice makes no mention of her ailment. Mrs Crabtree who knew him was likely "trickled to death" in Town and Country.
A fragmentary note imitates 17th century prose arguing mirth as harmless against excess and commenting on texting as not inherently evil if moderation holds. It echoes quotes by Rochefoucauld and references a California pink feather at Hamiey’s, presenting a quirky, antiquated sentiment.
The Attorney General Arizona Crawford declares the State University of Oregon School of Medicine is open to public inspection of records. The opinion holds that the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners is a public body and its officers are public officers. An applicant refused a license has the right to inspect board records related to his proceeding, including applications, questions, and scores, so long as the person has a legitimate interest. The board may set standing rules, but cannot deny inspection to interested parties.
Report from Commercial Agent Wardman of Acunsenientes outlines cautious prospects for small dairy and truck gardens in the district. Favorable openings exist for small purchases and time terms, but land is largely held by wealthy owners and water supply is variable. A proposed reservoir could expand irrigated areas, yet labor shortages and unfamiliar conditions complicate ventures. the report ends with a strong warning: don’t come without funds and knowledge.
An old advertisement claims Uric Acid and Gravel result from kidneys failing to filter blood. Irving's Ruchu Waf era is promoted as the cure, said to cleanse the kidneys and restore walls while preventing uric acid buildup. Sold at 50¢ a bar by Tallman & Co. 023 Main St, Pendleton, Oregon.
Benjamin, under 30, named general attorney for the Chicago Rock Island Preble mill road. Japan plans to realize 4.1 million from seized merchant jewels. Bryan begins a southern Philippines tour with W. Morgan Shuster and locals. New York mercantile stock value rises to 1,260,011,487. omnibus funding at 4,000,000. Statehood and territorial plans dominate caucus talk as Frank Waniek witnesses a murder and escape.
Fetal tax levy in Portland at 14.8 mills with 1 mill for state and county. ex municipal judge Berriman M. Smith to be buried in Portland at Bright's, aged 69. Christian Scientists plan a Portland church after paying 25,000 for Everett site between Eighteenth and Nineteenth streets. Portland post office receipts up 15 percent in December 1906 vs 1904. electric plant city-ownership vote defeated 433 to 48. water works bond issue carried 61 to 498. loggers rejoice over freshet and melting snow in southwestern counties releasing many logs.
Yakima and Benton county teachers align with peers in higher pay efforts. At a joint teachers association meeting they unanimously approved resolutions urging at least equal pay to carriers and janitors, praising county superintendents and instructors, and urging standards matching professional effort and preparation.
A city education board push urges teachers to back a state move toward a systematic physical culture course within the required study. The proposal calls for manual training for both girls and boys and seeks board approval subject to the mate card.
An old warning describes dangers of mercury containing tonics and claims they ruin smell and disturb the entire body when inhaled or ingested. It promotes Halle’s Catarrhoid Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio as a genuine internal remedy claimed to cure catarrh. The text markets The Tokelinti Family Pills for constipation and urges readers to buy through druggists.
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