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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1903
Page
4
A Berlin magazine notes a supposed world disease called Americanigmus describing relentless pursuit of property and wealth. It contrasts German and North American notions, saying Germans acquire to live while Americans live to acquire.
The Lewis and Clark fair bill ignites contention over unpaid commission work. Oregon citizens expect legitimate compensation for public service and private duties, arguing the burden on the fair board misreads public sentiment and risks undermining private business obligations.
A compilation from San Francisco papers notes Oregon pine lumber in the rough has surged to $21 per thousand, up from $12 six months earlier, signaling rapid forest resource depletion. Without federal action, Pacific Coast forests may be stripped within ten years, as fires and exports increase the loss of timber valued at hundreds of millions. The piece cites growing annual fire damage and diminishing supply, urging replenishment and policy response.
A partial excerpt arguing that the people and generations must protect and perpetuate the state's vivid heritage. It criticizes past forefathers for destroying rather than rebuilding the native legacy, lamenting short sighted policy and the need to uphold cultural excellence.
The Evening Telegram urges Portland to raise taxes on vacant inner city land to reflect its idle value and the benefits others gain from neighboring improvements. It argues higher assessment would spur building, progress, and home making, noting Portland faces large fire losses and a building boom. The piece contrasts Washington’s grudges with Oregon’s need for fiscal support amid growth.
A reader notes a July 4 1896 poem read near the Whitman massacre site in Pendleton Oregon. It lauds Oregon history as dramatic and transcendent, recounts a legend of Fraser? map and American identity, and describes the poet’s career and a collected volume of his works with 330 pages, notes and illustrations issued by Whittaker and Ray of San Francisco.
A Washington Star poem laments a man of vast intellect and wealth whose great mind and art collection bring no happiness due to a frail stomach. Despite palace halls and devoted praise, his singular aim remains three solid meals daily. Minions whisper as they pass the dinner gong, avoiding excess noise around his fragile appetite.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for the period of change in a woman's life. It claims to ease physical and mental distress, tranquilize nerves, boost appetite, and aid sleep. Mentions distribution by J and Carlisle Manchester Coffee Co and promises free medical advice and offers of the Medical Adviser on stamps.
A dealer advertises multiple properties near Pendleton Wisconsin including 20 to 500 acre tracts with wheat grain hay and grazing values. Prices range from 4 500 to 26 200 with various structures water access and railroad proximity. A large list of city property for sale and rent is also offered and the note invites contact at the Postoffice before closing a deal.
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