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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1909
Page
6
The public library announces a large batch of late books from popular authors dubbed splendid warm weather fiction by librarian Miss Batterson. The collection will be ready today and the library stays open during normal hours but closed all day Monday.
Albany Ore July 1 The first session of the teachers convention featured President P J L Campbell of the University of Oregon on The Spirit Versus Care Form. R L Sabin of Portland spoke on What May Reasonably be Expected From Our Public Schools From the Viewpoint of a Business Man. He cited state investment of 7 000 000 in schools 4600 teachers and 3 060 000 yearly for salaries and supplies. He urged high thinking and clear teaching and that the state demands excellent work from public schools. Officers elected for the coming year included T T Moorse president AL Dashellon first vice president Charles A Rice secretary TA Wely treasurer BE F Carleton assistant superintendent of public instruction.
A Persian Gulf region report notes record heat levels across the area. Meteorologists observe unprecedented high temperatures, stressing health and infrastructure impacts as climate patterns intensify.
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Pendleton greets a host of visitors for Independence Day including V Ringel from Helix, EB Casteel from Pilot Rock, A McDonald and wife from Athena, and others from Hermiston Echo Milton and Adams. Local figures Dr Donaghue J A and attorney C T Godwin joined in celebrations. fishing trips and travels to Portland Seattle and Yellowstone were noted as residents plan summer stays and tours.
Pastor B Pord of First Methodist Church is named as one of ten speakers at the Williamite Valley Chautauqua Association gathering at Cladstone Park from July 6 to 18. He is slated to preside Saturday night July 10 and to deliver an afternoon lecture on The Paramount Issue In American Politics following Congressman Hawley’s absence.
H W Copeland, once of this city, returns from Pilot Rock where his blacksmith shop operated. He contemplates resuming business in Pendleton but has not decided whether to reopen a shop here.
Classified notice seeks a capable white cook to accompany a camp unit with L. O. M and G. Good outing. Daily wage three dollars. Inquiries directed to "G" at this office.
Company L, Oregon National Guard, is ordered to entrain July 11 for a camp at Clackamas near Portland, July 12 to 18. Recruits urged to attend drills and report to the armory by 10 p.m. tomorrow or next Tuesday. Mail for company members goes to Clackamas, Oregon, care of the company and regiment.
Newport Wales July 4 four bodies and fourteen injured were removed from the ruins of the Alexandra dock wall which collapsed yesterday. It is feared the death toll will reach higher.
The city completed a deal this afternoon paying 1400 dollars for 14 acres of FBI land to become La Grande park property. The park commission plans cleaning and development, with locals contributing to the effort, hailed as a milestone for Oregon’s city.
An advertisement touts Swamp-Root as a cure for kidney and bladder issues claiming it stops urine problems, relieves pain, and protects vital organs. It notes quick health improvements, lists bottle sizes, offers free samples and a booklet from Dr Kilmer & Co of Binghamton New York, urging readers to mention the paper.
Special correspondence from Adams Oregon notes residents traveling to Bingham Springs for the Fourth and Pendleton visits. Local business figures like F P Blake and H Lewis are mentioned with duties in Adams and nearby Athena. The piece highlights Civic efforts with a $1200 pledge for a city park and the hiring of a booster, amid varied local commerce and residence movements.
The Saltair station opens for guests with reservations encouraged to visit Seaview Washington. Post office rites and nearby grounds are noted as part of the welcome. Early booking urged to secure accommodations.
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