Mid-20th Century Postal Rate Notice Fragment
Fragmentary notice lists mailing options with rates across periods and frequencies. Mentions daily and weekly mail plans, monthly and yearly by mail, and a Washington D C address for security building with a Pendleton postmark. Includes a second class matter designation and street address at Fourteenth Street N W.
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Mall
Wall
WO Security
Washington, D. C
Horeau
Fourteenth Street
N. W
A Quiet Home and Simple Faith for Honest Hearts
A quoted 19th century sentiment urges contentment with modest aims. It calls for a quiet home, planting vines, books of inspiration, trusted friends, innocent pleasures, devotion to right, and a religion free of bigotry. The author, David Swing, envisions a philosophy that yields genuine joy and hope.
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David Swing
Harry Orchard Crimes as Fiendish and Systematic
The article reports on Harry Orchard's testimony at Boise alleging murder and arson by the Western Federation of Miners. It portrays Orchard as cold and soulless, capable of perjury, while acknowledging his story's plausible coherence and alarming horror.
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United States
Harry Orchard
Frank Steunenberg
Boise
Orchard
Western Federation of Miners
Iles
Hades
Federation
The Man Higher Up in Oregon Transportation Control
Oregon readers recall that officials of the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Company shape transit progress yet a higher authority holds final say This unnamed person or office exerts prime control over the state’s transportation facilities with leaders like Wf J. P. O'Brien M. J. Buckley William McMurray and R. B. Miller noted among Harriman era department heads
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Oregon
J. P. O'Brien
M. J. Buckley
William McMurray
R. B. Miller
Harriman
Oregon's rail needs blocked by distant forces
Local Oregon officials urge rail improvements and funding to meet growing traffic and production. They can only recommend, while distant executives in New York scrutinize and delay projects through a cautious, centralized system, diminishing Oregon’s control.
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Pendleton
Oregon
New York
Eitixen
Cost of running trains on the O R N line
Assessor C P Strain estimates the Oregon Railroad and Navigation cost to operate each mile of train at 1.41 dollars. A pair of small local trains between Ponileton and Portland would cost about 415.80 daily, or 156,475 yearly, to cover 231 miles. Despite high expenses, the line earns about 2,079,000 annually after expenses.
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Portland
Costs of Textbooks and Tips Stir Oregon Debate
The piece questions school book costs per child and urges the textbook commission to limit changes. It notes a new 40 cent per day tip allowance for government waiters after July 1, affecting about 725 officials. Oregon’s ongoing discovery of water resources could transform arid lava-bed regions into habitable areas.
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Oregon
Upcoming Events and Dates Across Oregon and Nearby States
June events include Pioneers reunion in Weston on June 7 three days later Oregon Pioneers Association in Portland and June 21 22 Oregon Development League and Rose Festa in Portland. July features Pendleton celebration Spokane national convention Saratoga N Y Knighths Templar in clave in Saratoga Elka Philadelphia hand lodge and international Christian Endcover Seattle plus Wool Salts dates Pendleton Heppner Shaniko Condon Faker City Elgin with June and July listings for various towns.
Cleaning Out The Weeds In Umatilla County
The county court and District Attorney Phelps urge strict weed law enforcement with farmer support. Noxious weeds threaten land values, especially in the wheat belt. Farmers must clear land to prevent non productive weed monoculture and protect local pride in Pendleton style spring clean up.
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Phelps
Pendleton
Umatilla County
Revival Meeting Laughter Sparks Humble Testimonies
Slater Jones and Brother Smith testified that they felt unworthy to speak in a revival, each choosing a dark corner behind the door as their place. The crowd roared with laughter as they recounted years of sin and transformation, reported by Houston Trot.
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Slater Jones
Smith
Sister Jones
Jose
Houston
A Canon Healed by Prayer from Weastmillister Abbey
Canon Wilberforce recounts a cure by prayer after a near incurable internal ailment. He resisted medical testing for two months, sought spiritual counsel, and elders prayed and anointed him. Weeks later the ailment vanished, prompting him to call it the Lord's doing and marvelous in his eyes.
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Wilberforce
Weastmillister Abbey
London
Jomen v
Mountainhome Wool Sale Dispatches Rapid Trading
Mountainhome Wool Sale reports 276000 pounds sold today with prices ranging 18 to 20 cents. Felix Boghereste sold at 20 cents. Ake and Rudd sold 1997 clip at 10 3 4 cents and 1906 clip at 18 5 cents. D W and J E Lattimore sold 1% cents. M C Swann and Bro 18 18 cents. Jove Roengoechen sold 282 bags at 19 cents. Poengoe choo han 290 Tage still to the market.
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Mountainhome
Felix Boghereste
Ake & Rudd
J. E. Lattimore Wold
M.C. Swann & Bro
Masontown post office safe blown open by Hobbers
Hobbers blew open the Masontown post office safe during a recent night, escaping with about $290. The blast damaged the safe and the building’s side. Separately, The Dalles Brick & Tile Company has been organized with capital of $000 by EM Williams, W B Walther, T C Metthley, and Frink Menatee.
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Hobbers
Masontown
Whitlam County
Dalles Brick & Tile Company
EM. Williams
W. B. Walther
T. C. Metthley
Frink Menatee
The Garden Beautiful in Theodosia Garrison Verse
A fragmentary poem excerpt titled The Garden Beautiful reflects on duty and beauty in a garden scene. The speaker questions worth and effort as tasks are completed, with a nod to humility and self-discipline. The piece references Theodosia Garrison and a thematic meditation within a broader collection.
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Theodosia Garrison
The Ad Creator's Creed
A historic advertising creed proclaims belief in a just world and that advertising is both science and art. It seeks time for study and quiet thought, openness to experience, and listening to the heartbeats of the people. It asks for protection from cynical norms and against promoting poor causes for high pay, pledging charity and patience for beginners.
Pendleton Hotel Refit Features Modern Rooms and Services
The Hotel Pendleton has been refitted and furnished throughout with improved amenities. Telephone and fire alarm systems serve all rooms, baths upgraded, and single rooms available for travelers. Free shuttle bus provided.
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Pendleton
Golden Rule Hotel Adds New Management and Services
The Golden Rule Hotel announces new management for a first class family hotel and men's headquarters. It offers telephone and fire alarm connections in all rooms with American and European plan options. Special weekly or monthly rates, excellent dining room service, and convenient transport to trains are highlighted.
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St. George
Northwest
Evcallent
Portland
Oregon
ROWE
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Scrippe News Association
Pelephone
Pendleton Post Office
C. P. Strain
Interstate Commerce Commission
Ackerman
Text-Book Commission
Wes
Heppner
Condon
Faker City
Elgin
Qthis Bank
Pendleton Savings Bank
Standard Odl
Folger’s
Golden Gate
Byers
Pendleton Roller Mills
Proprieter
Steve Plate
Northwestern
Matlock
Hotel
Block
Pepot
Big Electric Men
Golden Rule Hotel
E. L. M'Broom
Atkinson Corner
Main
Alta Sts
Oregonian
Eastern
Ores Gon
Tt Lead
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