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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1909
Page
5
An experienced optician proclaims 37 years of fitting glasses, offering quick duplicate lenses for broken glasses and cemented bifocals, with references from local residents in Umatilla County. The ad stresses scientific eye testing and dedicated practice separate from watchmaking, inviting public trust in skilled, full-time service.
Local notices advertise Beddow and Miller plumbing services phone numbers 1556 and black 1556, Pendleton Furniture Co selling rugs and furniture, Henry Kopitzke contact for coal and wood, Pastime theatre claims more moving pictures, rentals for a four room cottage and a furnished six room house, an auto stage to Lehman springs, and a pattern cutting agency at 720 Aura with custom patterns.
Laborers pour into Moro as Twohy Brothers of Spokane push Deschutes railroad for Harriman Interests. Three wagon roads are built at high cost from canyon top to river while Portland suppliers fill orders. Construction advances toward government permission point. right of way and Grass Valley segment progress, aiming to open Interior Oregon within a year.
Postal officials warn that many souvenir cards with gilt or tinsel are unsalable unless sealed in envelopes. Last week 154 cards went to the dead letter office due to noncompliance, with more en route. Postmaster J T Brown urges the public to follow rules to prevent injuries and delays.
Joseph Ramos of Echo ranch faced court this morning over contempt for allegedly damming the Umatilla river and hindering the Henrietta Milling millrace. The contempt charge was sought to be dismissed after Ramos opened a hole in his dam and another in the Henrietta mill dam, which allowed more water to the milling company.
Oregon's senators clash on the pending corporation tax bill. Chamberlain opposes it as unjust but anticipates possible passage with amendments, while Bourne argues the tax could boost capital and investor confidence. Portland chamber protests echo Chamberlain’s qualms as the Commercial Club receives a printed protest.
The chamber of commerce resolutions denounce the proposed tax, claiming it rewards dishonesty and urges corporations to juggle income figures if the tax is authorized. The measure faces strong opposition from business leaders and seeks reform.
In San Francisco Greeks raise several thousand dollars to aid Greece amid reports of conflict with Turkey. Father Marenaronia and A. Balianos lead efforts. consular officials downplay war danger while volunteers offer help. The community numbers about 5000 in San Francisco, 10,000 in the state, and 359,000 nationwide.
Orleans Frances M. Bleriot completed a 25 mile air trip from Etampes to Chevilly in 56 minutes 10 seconds with an 11 minute stop near Toury to inspect his helicopter plane. He landed before the six hour limit, earning 2500 dollars from the French Aero Club as a prelude to plans to cross the English Channel.
Notice to Public states W C Kennedy of Carney Kennedy disposed of his entire interest in City Livery Stables to G W Bradley. Future operations run by Carney Bradley who will collect and pay all old firm accounts. Dated July 17 1969 signed M J Carney G W Bradley W C Kennedy. Salem Statesman note on Santiam mines road and local county support by Henry Kopitzke.
In Umatilla County Oregon Minnie A Switser sues Edmond C Switzer for dissolution of marriage. Defendant must answer within six weeks of first publication or be defaulted. Court is Pendleton based with six week public notice in East Oregonian dated July 1905.
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