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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1914
Page
6
Inspectors Adams and Miss A. Wimyple quietly checked stores in Walla Walla on January 26 finding most grocers in good condition. Seven stores were only fair, six meat markets all right, five fair, three general shops fair, and three not up to standard. Adams condemned 265 packs of goods. work to continue tomorrow.
M D P Reynolds of Madieun Wit says he suffered rheumatism since 1894 after work on a railroad snow plow. After using Meritol Rheumatic Powders he threw away crutches and recovered. Also advertises Meritol White Liniment as a plaster for sore throat and chest pains, with Tallman & Co as exclusive agents.
The American men and women brush guard against kidney trouble from overeating rich foods. Jad Salts, four a day in water before breakfast, flushes and stimulates kidneys, neutralizes urine acids, and helps bladder disorders. Inexpensive and safe, it makes a pleasant effervescent drink.
The 1912 U S coal output reached 550 million short tons with 2960 miner deaths, about 4.29 deaths per 100 million tons. Bureau of Mines notes 1912 deaths were the lowest since 1896, despite record production, counting a worker fatally hurt if death occurs within ten months of an accident.
Rev. Albert Kummer, who drew a picture of an ideal wife, defined a model husband in his sermon. The virtues include keeping his wife young, acquiring female skills like cooking and baby care, maintaining no separate financial account, avoiding expensive habits, staying home evenings, being a good provider, never flirting, being a gentlemanly lover, and making his wife a confidante.
Washington reports a Education Bureau discussion on using talking machines piano players and player organs in high school music instruction. Professor Earhart urges a course in musical appreciation for third and fourth year students including history, lives of famous musicians and musical forms.
A 1912 report notes 1.12 mining deaths per thousand workers, the lowest since 1599, crediting improved mine inspections by state departments and inspectors. It credits the Bureau of Mines for education and safety measures and urges further reductions through careful operator and miner practices.
An old newspaper ad promotes Cascarets for constipation, biliousness and headaches. It claims the product cleanses the stomach and bowels overnight, removing sour undigested food and bile, with a 10 cent box promising morning relief and improved mood for adults and children.
Three New York city employees employed as consulting engineers to the board of water supply asked Mayor Mitchel for pay reductions amounting to about 3000 dollars. John R. Freeman William H Burr and Alfred H Noble argued after the Catskill aqueduct completion their services were needed half as much. The board forwarded the request to the board of estimate with a suggestion for adoption.
In Walla Walla Washington on January 0, after 21 hours deliberation the jury awarded Pete OBrien 31000 damages against the Walla Walla Valley Railway Company. OBrien claimed a streetcar conductor slammed a seat back on his leg, seeking 2500.
Press agent notes two part Vitagraph drama The Ancient Order of Goodfellows features Jerry the Patrolman aiding tenement poor and catching a criminal. Biograph presents The Abandoned Well with Claire McDowell and Harry Carey. Lubin offers An Interrupted Courtship with Billy Betts and Frances McMoyer plus Some Mippers a short comedy.
The moving picture program opens Tuesday at the Pastime with Arthur Johnson and Lottie Briscoe in The Parasite Lubin three reel production. Lottie plots to ensnare a young millionaire but rebels when affection shifts. A woodland paradise scene closes with reflective tragedy and an Edison finale.
Tonight at Alta Theater a high class musical and vocal recital features Dr Emil Enna noted northwest pianist and Robert Lovell Wilson baritone English ballad singer. Doors open 7 45 pm concert starts 8 30 pm Admission 50 and 75 cents Farmhouse Parlor to Go.
Mothers often force the same foods on children causing indigestion and constipation. A mild laxative like Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is recommended, not harsh medicines. Thousands endorse it, including Mrs Patten of Valley Junction Iowa. It is sold by druggists at fifty cents to one dollar. free samples are available by writing Dr W B Caldwell Monticello Ill.
The Agricultural Extension Department will establish an education program in interior decoration to help keep youth on the farm. It will offer help on affordable decor choices including pictures, furnishings, rugs, and wallpaper to make living rooms more attractive at limited cost.
In Paterson New Jersey the Orphans court admitted the will of Peter Feld of Passaic to probate after contest. Judge Abram Klewert ruled the challengers failed to prove unsound mind or undue influence. The fight over the 3.5 million estate involved Scottish relatives ignored in the will and a $500000 charity bequest. Counsel fees were set at 250 dollars each. a possible appeal looms.
Washington January 17 Democrats on the House Rules Committee in executive session voted nearly unanimously against a favorable report on a resolution to create a new special committee on woman suffrage. The move represents a setback for suffrage advocates in the lower house.
Washington January 20 Representative Webb North Carolina Floyd Arkansas and Volstead Minnesota left for Macon Georgia to begin impeachment proceedings against Federal Judge Emery Speer under special order of Congress Judge Speer has been al for several months.
An old style health ad touts Dr Kings New Discovery as a universal cough and cold treatment for all ages. It claims rapid relief from severe bronchial symptoms and cites user testimonials including Mrs Davis from Maine and Mrs Mertz from Illinois. Sold by Koepren’s.
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