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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1907
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows subscription rate items for Pendleton Oregon papers. Mentions daily and weekly editions, durations from one month to one year, and semi weekly options, all garbled. No clear dates, titles, or complete pricing.
A call to eastern Oregon readers to support Pendleton area schools and institutes. The editorial urges keeping tuition local, promoting Pendleton High School, Pendleton Academy, St Josephs Academy, Pendleton Business College, and Eastern Oregon institutions, arguing quality training is as good as out of state and costs less.
The East Oregonian exposes a northwest group of land frauds where indictments are treated as publicity. It says some indicted men smile through profits and show no shame, valuing cash over conscience as friendships cool when profits end. The piece argues crime is tolerated when money is made, and jail is resisted only for the cash loss.
They argue that allowing wealthy criminals into respectable circles harms youth by glamourizing crime. Money cannot erase shadows from character, and praising rich wrongdoers lowers citizenship standards.
A summary notes 18 states have reduced passenger fares to 2 cents per mile. Railroads vow court challenges, with eastern lines ready to strike down 2 cent laws. Illinois and others warn of costly interstate impacts and ongoing litigation. The piece also recalls Waterloo’s 1815 battle, Hague peace talks, and a Pendleton bond vote upcoming.
President Roosevelt lists key changes in the Oklahoma constitution including banning polygamy, prohibitions for Indian Territory, ending witness evasion via incrimination pleas, barring soldier voting, direct senatorial elections when allowed, and granting the legislature power to define trusts. It also surveys corporate discrimination limits, railroad restrictions, and the corporation commission’s broad transport control.
A well known comedian greeted fellow actor with a quip about the Hotel Antor soup, from Herald. Harper’s Weekly notes the exchange. An explosion in Covihilo, Portugal, killed 40 people and caused casualties.
A playful verse by Roy Griffith reworks the Paul Revere legend. It questions the rider's hero status by shifting credit to the frightened horse, arguing the horse sparked the ride and that fear shaped the tale. The poem uses satire to upend traditional praise.
excerpts from Mrs Fanny Bullock Workman letter describe Nun Kun range ascent with C Savage and Italian porters. they reach camps up to 21 300 feet and crown virgin snow peaks 18 742 to 20 168 feet. dr workman climbs to 22 650 feet. insomia noted at high camps. extreme cold observed at camp america minus 6 Fahrenheit.
The Kansas City Star notes on June 12 that Leavenworth saloons are quiet with no illegal weekday liquor sales for the first time in 18 years. Saloons have closed Sundays for two months and storefronts show curtains and closed doors as sheriff warnings deter illegal joints. Prospective brewery firms plan to operate wagons if Judge Pollock allows interstate commerce to mask their activity.
June 21 22 Crefton Development league ro de fiesta Portland. July 4 1 celebration Pendleton. July 1 7 YMCA national convention Speaknan. July 9 18 Knights Templar con clave Saratoga NY. July 10 15 International Christian Endeavor Seattle. July 15 30 Grand Lodge Elk Philadelphia Wool States Oates Sthanthto June 1 11 and 28 July 16. Baker City July Figin July 31.
The article argues real success lies in living fully as a person, not wealth or fame. It contrasts transient public triumphs with steady, honorable living, noting that a sound body and inner peace mark true success beyond money or notoriety.
A mother’s care has sheltered George Reese from infancy to age sixty four, though his mental growth halted at twelve months after an accident. Now the mother nears her hundredth year and plans to place him in Stellacoom asylum where his existence once blossomed then withered.
A Washington Herald piece discusses nature faking in ancient lore from Santa Claus to the Easter rabbit and Jonah. It notes how sensational stories are debatable yet sometimes later proven true, urging caution in judging fakery versus possibility.
The text argues that the gorilla story has been amply vindicated and that those who deny the existence of certain Usings based on not seeing them are only partial victors when the controversy ends. It reflects a contested claim and defensive stance.
Excavations on Rome's Palatine Hill uncover necropolis remains from the ninth to the fourth centuries before Christ. Fragments from the seventh and fifth centuries are missing, prompting archaeologists to study the site closely for explanations. The piece also notes London's laundries likely see over 750 tons of soup weekly.
Pendleton Iron Works of Pendleton Oregon warns farmers against Schmelsted Manufacturing of Daviaville California over Pendleton Hitch patent No 294608. It asserts ownership via purchase from patentee Joe Wintgen of Seattle and promises to shield customers from damages claimed by the rival firm while urging legal remedy if needed.
The Hotel Pendleton has been refitted and refurnished throughout with telephone and fire alarm connections for all rooms. En suite baths and single rooms available. Headquarters for Traveling Men Commodions. Sample rooms and free breakfast.
Excellent Cuisine and prompt dining room service with bar and billiard room available in connection. Located three blocks from depots, the establishment advertises weekly rate options and convenient dining services for travelers and locals alike.
First class family hotel and stock men's headquarters now under new management. Telephone and fire alarm connections in all rooms. American and European plan with special weekly or monthly rates. Excellent dining room service. Free bus to and from all trains.
An old hotel notice from Portland Oregon promotes the American plan at three dollars per day. It positions Hotel Portland as a headquarters for tourists and commercial travelers. It invites families and single gentlemen, promises to show rooms, and lists prices when requested.
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