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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1906
Page
4
Ten years ago on July Fourth 1896 Joaquin Miller read an original patriotic poem at Pendleton celebrating independence and westward spirit. The verses praise sacrifice courage and land, invoke Washington and frontier pioneers, and honor soldiers and workers who built the nation with plow and sword.
The article traces July 4 as a pivotal date in American history from the Declaration of Independence to later events. It notes milestones such as Washington’s revenue act, Jefferson’s death, and other commemorations. mentions rail, slavery abolitions, and significant disasters shaping the holiday’s associations.
A Canadian government project highlights a large deposit along the Temiskaming and Northern Ontario railway, 160 miles built by 1904 from North Bay toward James Bay. Prospectors flock to the cobalt rich region with silver and copper potential, as Dr. Drummond and others note the provincial gains and future of Ontario hinges on this discovery.
The historic Longfellow estate at Byfield was divided into six parcels and sold to multiple buyers including Mrs. Leta Speed of Malden and Stephen D. Adams of Rogden. The sale settled the estate of the late Josph Longfellow with portions described as the old house site, outbuildings, meadow and field land totaling 27 acres.
A listing of upcoming events including Pendleton July 4 celebration and July 12-16 International Baptist Young People's Union convention in Omaha plus July 17-19 Elk's grand lodge in Denver and September 4-8 National Irrigation Congress in Home City. Wool sale dates fixed by Oregon Woolgrowers: Shaniko June 6 6 18 20 and July 10 11 Baker City June 26 26 July 12 15 Elgin July 14.
Jesse James Jr, son of the outlaw, excels in law studies at Die law school, passing the state bar exam with high honors. He rose from a troubled youth in Kansas City to build a respectable career, founding a law office after training nights while running a pawnshop and supporting his mother and sister. He is married with two children and a notable avoidance of alcohol and tobacco. He visits his family Sundays with his wife and children, while relatives recall the era of Jesse and Frank James.
A curious report catalogs varied theft sums from a grand total to small embezzlements and larcenies. It lists amounts from millions to a single ham, framing theft as a spectrum of criminal acts and societal impact.
Wallace Idaho will host a new daily newspaper the Morning Times. The venue is set for July 8 with F J Whaley as manager promising fully independent political stance and constant news, including eastern coverage.
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