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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1912
Page
2
Four days remain for Pendleton shoppers to buy white goods at drastically reduced prices. The annual event highlights genuine bargains, with examples like reductions from 10 to 5.95, backed by 24 years of trusted, upright service and a strong local reputation.
All white lace curtains including Nets Nottinghams and lace move to sale. Prices listed but details truncated in source. The item highlights a clearance of white lace drapery with multiple styles and sizes offered at reduced rates.
A local retailer showcases bed spreads including crochet Marseilles and satin in full size with fringe scalloped plain hem cut corners and plain styles. Prices to prevail during the annual White Sale offering substantial savings on quality spreads.
T E Bailey, a rancher near Grand Junction, reports a discovery ten miles northwest of Grand Valley of a black dense mineral near Parachute creek that resembles hardened rubber. Tests show it is a non conductor of electricity with rubberlike properties and potential for use in combs and other rubber goods, possibly fueling a new plant and market.
John Eaman a traveling salesman for Fuller & Fuller of Chicago died recently in South Bend Indiana. He claimed never to have been kissed by any woman except his mother and aunt. He left an estate valued at about 106000. He had no home or personal belongings beyond what he wore and gave occasional help to church buses. He was known for frugality and charity.
Charles Buluois, 28, was arrested after spanking his 16 year old wife with a strap. Judge Frank Green told him he had no right to beat his wife and sentenced him to 100 days in jail. The wife told him he got what was coming and claimed the man thought the country was free.
The passage describes a man who is indifferent to women yet not a misogynist. He remains cold in demeanor but shows a special fondness for the poet Byron and always carries with him a copy of the passionate poet’s poems.
Harry K Thaw declares in a published interview he would harm no one if granted his liberty. The report, from New York, presents Thaw defending his safety and asserting his intent amid ongoing discussions about his release.
The defense quotes Thaw claiming he would not harm Dr. Flint or others if freed. They stress an emphatic defense of his gun ity and say his mother and counsel are making one more effort for release. Thaw asserts his lawyers will soon bring the case before a fair minded jury.
Consternation spread among Newport social colonists as Governor Pothier quietly enforced an anti gambling policy closing all gambling resorts in the area. Deputies guard locations tied to the gambling fraternity while most prominent locals are described as decent fellows.
Weston Ore Jan 30 Mrs J De Gray of this place is in a hospital at Walla Walla where she underwent a surgical operation Monday. Mrs Morgan Gallevyer and children arrived from Deep Creek Washington and will remain in Weston until after Rev Morgan Gallever's meetings in the United Brethren church. Miss Norma Smith returned after visiting Garden City. Mrs James Rose of Athena visited Mr and Mrs John McRae. Mr Albert Nor Dean of Weston was in Walla Walla on business. Dr Newson of Athena called in Weston. Miss May Haines of Seattle visiting Mr and Mrs Wm Mackenzie has tonallitis. Mrs Wm Albert is seriously ill on Washington street. Dr Sharpe of Athena in attendance. Mrs Dick Bushe visiting Weston, returned to Pendleton. Mr Albert Couch returned from California. Mr L Shangle of Milton visited Weston. Emery Worthington of Athena was a Weston visitor. Miss Ellan Anderson visiting. Miss Liza Grant of Athena visiting Miss Leola Duncan. Mrs Ralph Kinnear returned from Pendleton. Ross Paine of Athena visited Weston.
Ellensburg Wash. A sheep herder Henry Ward was clubbed and robbed of money watch and revolver by two men named Frank Banks and Dutch Harry Long. Ward was found unconscious in the snow near Milwaukee depot and required seven stitches in the head. Ward says he had been drinking and the suspects offered to take him to a hotel. The sheriff’s office arrested the two men and a hearing is planned for this week. Ward’s gun with bloodstains was found in a friend’s room.
Atlantic City N Y. After a month icebound on half rations the Federal life saving crew at Little Beach broke through ice to reach the harbor. They needed more than twenty four hours to cover a less than twenty mile journey aided by axes and boat hooks. Four men left the station early to fetch provisions for two still aboard.
Hermiston Oregon January 30 residents on the project remain confused by notices of delinquent amounts and statements mailed yearly for water right payments. The graduation of payments, if approved by the secretary of the interior, would occur separately. Reclamation reports note low river flow and canal diversions, with specific pipe line work and acre applications 12 500. Also reported are church services crowds revival notices and changes to project notices for Belle Fourche Minidoka and North projects.
New York reports Mrs. Russell Sage funds a $5,000 aeroplane and $450 for operation for the Signal Corps of the National Guard. Governor Dix seeks permission to accept, with the craft built in 1910 for aviator Miss J. Todd. Officers recommend fifteen men be detailed for aeronautical practice for summer maneuvers at Pine Plains.
Two Union county pioneers died last week in La Grands and Cove Oregon. J M Smith who arrived at Cove in 1892 lived there until his death from a paralytic strike. John Murchinson a bachelor aged 3 came to Oregon in 1863 and lived near Summerville.
An advertorial piece explains that most infant crying stems from discomfort rather than serious illness. It touts Dr Coldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative suitable for children and adults, claiming relief from constipation and related headaches. It urges readers to request a free sample by mail.
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