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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1909
Page
4
The Pendleton issue argues for direct primary as a safeguard against privilege and corruption. It notes its potential to free the legislature to focus on laws, since Oregon meets only every other year for 46 days, and asserts strong support for keeping the reform alive.
A reflective verse invokes evening calm and asks for a simple heartfelt poem to ease a restless mood. The speaker desires humbler poetry whose lines spring from the heart and bring music to the night as day’s worries fade away.
The Portland Oregonian and rival papers oppose the direct primary repeal, arguing it undermines voter choice for U.S. senators. The piece cites Governor Chamberlain’s such actions and urges direct election as a cure for legislative oligarchy, echoing Governor Hughes on party nominations by enrolled voters to strengthen leadership and voter influence.
The objection to Governor Chamberlain’s senate election rests on party. Citizens should place state interests above party, recognizing Chamberlain’s broad support and the legislature’s sworn duty. His victory last June shows the people want him, and fairness calls for electing him as senator.
A Pendleton committee resumes work on disposing of a local bond issue to finance reviving the woolen mill. Storm delays halted progress but with weather clear, the group aims to raise the needed funds quickly so the mill can reopen and operate in the coming summer, urging business leaders and property owners to help.
The article portrays Mr McHarg as a meddler facing denials from the president president elect and national chairman who deny sending him to Oregon. Newspapers statewide urge him to depart while he clings to the Integrity of his statement and persists in Chicago North Dakota or his home region.
City administration breaks up ice near the Main Street bridge as a precaution against flooding. By removing ice ahead of potential high water, officials aim to lessen dangers from ice jams and risks at the bridges.
Those interested in the state’s development hope the senatorial contest will be settled tomorrow so the legislature can address other welfare matters.
The second semester starts today marking the year midterm for Rohool boys and girla. Students return after break as classes resume across the campus.
Citizens gathered in Attorney C B Woodsons office to push for a Dry Farming Experimental Station in Morrow County. The county board approved a $3000 appropriation to buy land for the station, contingent on state and federal establishment this year.
The Weston Leader reports the county court plans to raise about one additional mill for general school purposes to tax land outside districts. Officials deem double taxation avoidable since districts have set their own levies. The promise is seen as better than no increase and welcomed by those who view the general levy as too light.
The report notes a handsome brick central public school building, modern college structures, and a new public school in Freewater to be completed this coming summer. Residents may feel surprised by the sudden display of finery and scholarly air in these cities.
The Freewater Times reports that multiple school directors and local figures oppose unit control of schools. Every person who voiced an opinion on the issue expressed opposition, reflecting a locally focused stance.
A defender of the focal paper argues that those who sneer at local newspapers miss their value to the town. The piece notes the paper often does more for the community than individuals do for it, likening detractors to delinquents in tax collection.
A Pilot Rock editor narrates a bright sun amid ten inches of snow testing the land and its people. The piece frames weather as a harsh factor on crop prospects and references Mr Growler's prior forecast, noting the stubborn climate of the Pilot Rock country.
Poem excerpt by Alfred Noyes reflects a statesman guiding the ship of state through uncertain seas. The speaker notes the burden of leadership as the ship nears home, despite public frustration with the delay and darkness surrounding the return.
Michael Bloom, an 80 year old from Lewistown Pennsylvania, says he was feeble and wheeled in an invalid chair. After three bottles of Vinci, he can walk a quarter mile and perform most tasks, praising the tonic for seniors and weak individuals while Pendleton Drug Company offers a money back guarantee.
A brief notice states carriers are paid 15 cents per week for delivering the East Oregonian. The item emphasizes carrier compensation by route and period.
An advertisement asserts catarrh is a blood disorder and only a blood purifier like S. S. S. can remove the root cause. It claims local sprays offer only temporary relief while S. S. S. purifies and enriches the blood to heal inflamed membranes and end symptoms. Free medical advice available upon request.
A Washington Times item notes Belgian investigator J P Wagner argues dandelions in pastures and hay reduce butter quality and keeping ability. He refutes the belief that dandelions boost milk yield and advises farmers to weed pastures when possible.
A humorous note from the Tatler recounts a moment of misdirection as a patron asks for guidance to the other side, then is directed back after insisting it should be here. The exchange captures light playful banter characteristic of club life.
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