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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1905
Page
6
American made wash goods offered at reduced prices with patterns inspired by French and Koechlin organdies. Textiles include various types priced from 12 1 2 cents to 39 cents per yard, highlighting lines like American Organdies and assorted prints.
American made shoes are heavily discounted during American Days in Pendleton. Men Women and Children's footwear trade at steep cut prices including ladies shoes from 2.75 to 4.09, children's shoes around 2.25 to 2.50, and men’s styles from 2.75 to 7.00, with parasols offered at deep discounts as part of the promotion.
Tacoma June 30 a campaign to press a 4 cent lumber rate to Kansas and Nebraska will be discussed at the Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers association meeting. Critics charge Governor Mead’s failure to appoint a railroad commissioner harms the move, as lumbermen seek an ally in extension of the rate before the Interstate Commerce Commission.
Report from Caldwell News describes a prank on a congressional train where residents tried to transport a large sample of alfalfa hay grown near Caldwell. The men allegedly dragged a bundle measuring 19 feet 6 inches into a car after scheming, only to learn it was merely a small sample of hay. The crowd reacted with disbelief, calling it a clever trick when two bundles were paraded.
Luther Burbank reports a new potato vine fruit named Pomato. A tuber is planted and a luscious white fruit grows on the vine, edible as a fruit with a tomato like taste, smaller in size and white meat. The fruit becomes the main object, tubers secondary.
An akilied professional doctor is described as a major help to Indians, with Navajos showing growing trust though some distrust remains. The piece notes white man’s medicine benefits physical ailments but mental uncertainty still prompts tribal medicine men to remain involved. It cites gradual acceptance and lingering doubts about new remedies.
The piece discusses blending mysticism with modern curative agents for indigenous peoples. It argues mind care is essential for happiness and urges importing modern medicine to younger tribe members who can adapt to schooling. It foresees old laws fading as medicine men’ s roles conclude, with cooperation between doctors and traditional healers.
W T Shannon of Fowler California visits the Lewis and Clark exposition as son of George Shannon known as the boy Shannon from the famed expedition. George Shannon later became a jurist in Missouri and recounted tales of the journey from St Louis to the Columbia River. A C Ruby Co Pendleton Oregon to bring a large draft stallion shipment for Pendleton show ahead of Portland expo opening.
Railroad conductors say the Eugene local is the most demanding run, drawing top effort from veterans who vie for the assignment as traffic remains heavy. The piece notes frequent crew changes and the train’s popularity with the public. Also a short ad touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for sores and sore eyes with a user testimonial from D L Gregory.
A sale notice listing J. F. Alden offers a fine set of young work and saddle horses and a good ladies saddle horse for sale. The event is to be held in Pendieton at Boynton's amble on July 1.
In Chelan, Okano gan, Douglas, Lincoln and Ferry counties the conditions are ideal for a record breaking wheat crop. The report notes strong rainfall and soil moisture supporting high yields across these districts. Farmers anticipate substantial production gains and potential market impact.
Promotional note touts eye exams and corrective services claiming unerring tests and headache relief. It targets a broad audience from children to the elderly, promising safety, nerve strain relief, and careful service while cautioning against mistakes.
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