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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1907
Page
4
Fragments show a Washington based security bureau at 601 Fourteenth Street with telephones and a news association. Entry mentions Pendleton Post Office and a matter classified as closed or not coded, leaving unclear context or outcome.
The East Oregonian argues that most legislators pledged to Statement No 1 and upheld it, while Senator Miller of Linn County did not pledge yet Senator Smith of Umatilla voted for Bourne. It notes over 60 Republicans pledged, and asserts leaders like Gearin would respect the popular vote and primary law, warning that breaking the pledge fuels machine rule and questions trust in the people.
The article questions Mr Geer’s stance on popular government and the direct election of senators. It accuses him of fearing the people’s choice if it opposes a candidate aligned with party machine interests. It argues Republicans should trust the primary process and the voters.
The piece criticizes forgiving a convicted killer Harry Orchard through conversion and confession. It argues that a man of intellect and vitality who committed murder in his prime should face responsibility rather than receive charity from devout Christians. It warns against extending fellowship based on belief alone.
A Portland butcher was arrested after investigations found widespread practices of grinding partly spoiled meat with alphite preservative and excessive flour to create heavy hamburger. Officials call for a public health safeguard and severe penalties for anyone poisoning food.
Patented tonic Peruna is advertised as a cure for catarrh of the bladder stomach kidneys and pelvic organs. The message cites testimonials from H L Emory Omaha and others praising Peruna as a reliable remedy and tonic. Men from Chicago Oakland and other places claim relief from bladder and kidney trouble after using the product.
The Hotel St George run by GE Darveau offers European plan service with steam heat, rooms en suite with bath, a large new ramp room, and up to date amenities. Telephone and fire alarm connections to office, hot and cold running water in every room, marking it as one of the Northwest’s most up to date hotels.
The writer laments coal and fuel shortages affecting rail traffic and urges the Interstate Commerce Commission to investigate. Winter is approaching with worse conditions, warning that speeding automobile owners risk fatal accidents on Pendleton business streets where children are plentiful during vacation.
June 21 22 Dregfon Development league and festa in Portland. July 4 celebration at Pendleton. July 4 7 H P 1 national convention Spokane. July 9 12 Knights Templar convention in Saratoga NY. July 10 15 International Christian Federation in Seattle. July 15 20 Grand Lodge Elks Philadelphia. Wool Antes Mates Stantko June 10 TL and 24 July 16 Cyndon June 11 Ruker City July 8 Flam July 11.
A reader notes that per capita living costs are lower now than 45 years ago with 1860 costs at 116.10 rising to 278.88 in 1864 and down to 98.81 last year. Separately, John Pupeira of Wiles New Jersey died when entangled in a parachute rope and drowned in the Minnesota River at Granite Falls.
Listings note rooms available from one dollar to one dollar fifty per night near the depot. Advertises inexpensive lodging with emphasis on proximity and value. Transportation access and basic amenities implied by location.
The Hotel Pendleton has been refurbished throughout with new telephone and alarm connections in every room. En suite baths, single rooms, and improved health and comfort facilities are listed, including samples, free meals, and convenient access from depots.
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