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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1907
Page
8
An old newspaper card urges readers to stay alert and watch this corner of the Phone Rel 3741. W. W. Campbell, Manager. The brief ad emphasizes vigilance and ongoing attention to a specific location or service.
The message notes a wedding scheduled in two weeks and urges a firm decision soon. It contemplates options and asks for guidance on what to do, then suggests proceeding with a plan after a brief discussion.
A brief promotional note praises Winslow Bros Jewelry Store for its abundant, suitable items and the satisfaction of customers who visit. It emphasizes wise shopping and positive impressions from those who came, saw, and were convinced.
A Commercial association meeting outlined plans to receive Omaha business men next Tuesday. The party arrives from Walla Walla at 10 50 am, stays an hour, then proceeds to La Grande. Mayor will deliver a welcome and visiting delegates speak briefly before dispersing. A Nebraskan committee will meet them at the depot as the Eagles band leads them to the Commercial club rooms.
In a county court hearing District Attorney Phelps ruled the Bloom case a mere family disagreement. Bloom, arrested at Coombs Canyon home, appeared sane after deputies persuaded him to town. A 24 year old son testified that both parents and he had frequent quarrels, with fault on both sides. the matter was dropped and the family left the courthouse together.
Manager Ireland extends operation of the skating rink beyond June 1 due to strong patronage. Tuesday nights will be labeled amateur night, aimed at beginners, with others welcome but focus on new skaters. The regular hours continue weekly until after the Fourth of July.
A scare arose at last night’s council session when a man believed to have leprosy appeared, his hands in a frightful condition needing surgical care. He sought aid from city officials to travel to Portland for hospital treatment.
A mysterious man, described as a stranger to the city, departed by night train after suffering injuries to both hands and feet. The alleged illness, long suspected to be leprosy, is deemed unlikely by some, yet the abrupt exit was welcomed by onlookers who saw him depart.
W. W. Cotton counsel for Harriman Hines and W. D. Skinner assistant general freight agent left Portland for Washington to attend the Interstate Commerce Commission hearing on the Northwest lumber rate issue and the Portland gateway. Cotton will present the defense argument. Skinner will discuss traffic conditions. They will also attend the Spokane rate case set for June 26 with local lumbermen and Oregon manufacturers represented.
H. W. Fletcher the new street commissioner leads a drive to replace defective sidewalks with concrete or better materials. He reports most owners comply after notices, with some replacing worn walks and more to follow. If neglect continues the city may construct walks and bill the cost to the property owner.
Roscoe Frost has sold his interest in the Frost Bowman gun store and the business will be owned by Dan Bowman alone. Frost will disband the sporting goods portion and run only a general repair shop while continuing as a salesman for Goodman hardware.
Mrs Mike McCarty wife of a hold up artist now jailed in Umatilla county died at Yakima yesterday from drinking hard cider and wood alcohol on a ranch near Yakima. Physicians labored for hours but could not save her. J A Bolin planner resident of Ukiah arrived in the city on a trading trip taking four horse loads of supplies. Roads to Ukiah improved with heavy travel as land hunters seek timber claims in the county.
Ben Burroughs and Tom Milarkey retired from hosting Saturday night dances in Eagles hall after two seasons. Albert Laing and Frank Stroble took over management last Friday and will run the social events.
For twenty years the County Clerk Frank Saling and Deputy R T Brown are collecting divorce data for the Department of Commerce and Labor. About 1000 divorces are believed granted in the county, with details on nativity cause years married and alimony under study. The work, aided by typewriters, required overtime and special deputies to read faded records.
Company L Third Infantry O N G to hold first regular season dance at the Armory tonight. About 250 invitations issued for an informal affair with Johnsons complete orchestra and added snare drum. Floor prepared for dancing. gentlemen admitted by invitation, ladies admitted free.
Two oil burning switch engines built by American Locomotive Company at Philadelphia were delivered to the Oregon Railway and Navigation Company for use in the yards at Umatilla and Albina. The heavy switch engines are designed to handle yard work efficiently and improve switching operations.
W Balden is the new chief engineer of the O R N system after J P Newell resigned. Balden now signs all orders for improvements and construction, replacing Newell who has not been a familiar figure at O R N for many years.
Mrs M P Castle hosted a birthday gathering for her two year old daughter La Verne at 304 Castle Street yesterday. About 16 children aged two and their mothers attended with refreshments served and an enjoyable afternoon reported. The note also mentions the dedication of the new Mormon tabernacle in La Grande on June 16.
An advertorial piece proclaims nature spares sufferers by eliminating a hair-destroying germ. It cites hair loss in women and promotes Herpicide as a germ killer for hair growth, priced 50 cents and 1 dollar, with mail-order options from The Herpicide Co., Detroit, via A. G. Koeppen & Bro.
Ellensburg police report Charles Smith died from eight scalp wounds and skull fractures believed to be from a hand axe. Found on South Water street this morning, he claimed an attacker slipped up from behind on his porch. Robbery suspected over a quarrel about dirty blankets. Smith’s watch and money missing. Local authorities found signs of a fight and a bloody scene in his shack.
J W Ray, longtime Gurdane resident, is in the city today buying supplies for his ranch. Weather notes show Ronda is in excellent condition with minor spring washouts this year compared with last year.
Dayton Bros, the well known eye specialists, set up in the balcony suite over the French Restaurant. Eyes examined free. Will be here until June 16. Dozens of references prove their expertise. If you need glasses, get the best. Do not neglect your eyes.
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