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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1904
Page
8
The school board met to discuss bond plans and will canvass possible sites today. Business leaders join the board on a city tour to reach agreement on location and building plan options, including whether to use one 16 room facility, two eight room buildings, or a combination. A final town meeting is planned for further action.
The text suggests that discussions will continue into the evening and likely lead to a conclusion that can be used to decide on the next course of action. It implies a pending resolution based on ongoing deliberations and probable outcomes.
Henry Joseph Sherburn was released from the county jail yesterday afternoon after his father William Sherburn obtained a writ of habeas corpus. The petition was argued before Judge Ellis by James A. Fee. Sherburn, a deserter from the regular army at Walla Walla, was found to be under age and his enlistment permission had not been granted.
Miss Nellie Cameron leaves for Portland to see her father C A Cameron who has been ill for months in St Vincent's hospital. He may return with her later this week. Pacific Homestead representatives Frederic C Welch and CBD F Carnes market advertising for a forthcoming Salem edition.
The Metal Trades Association plans an interstate convention in Philadelphia on March 23 and 24 to consider questions affecting the wages of machinists.
The Japanese government seeks 10,000 cavalry horses this spring from Eastern Oregon Washington and British Columbia. No color restrictions apply and 1000 to 1100 pound horses are preferred. Buyers want sturdy horses with four good legs and the stamina to carry a 120 pound rider.
Ee B McFarland of Adams returns from Lewiston Idaho after attending funeral for Ephraim McFarland drowned with Bert McFarland while rescuing gear from a wrecked steamer at Mountain Sheep Rapids on Snake River. Ephraim found near Lewiston after four months. Bert still missing, age 21, veteran of Spanish War, sought by authorities along Snake and Columbia rivers. Any information to E and Moe McFarland Adams Ore.
A temperance lecture night is planned at the Court House with Wil) Kelsay of Newberg, an noted lecturer, and W Eugene Knox, an entertaining impersonator. Local prohibition committee urges support as Rev H B Anderson and Rev T B Anderson of Shelbian, Alo, join revival efforts at the M E church South.
Joige Elie and A D Stillman Jett visit Freewater this morning to inspect the Little Walla Walla and Hudson Bay Irrigation Company grounds. The trip aims to better familiarize themselves with the irrigation system and its conditions.
The court considers the merits of the two sides in a dispute over water rights. Hudson Hay seeks to take water from the Little Walla Walla River above another company’s ditch, and the action has been enjoined by the court.
At the assembly hall Friday evening a moot court convenes for the trial of Fred Milne accused by Fred Anderson of stealing a sweater from the gymnasium. Glenn Scott presides as judge with Frank Pierce as sheriff, Lester Cronin bailiff, Elmer Storey clerk, Will Wyrick George Strand and Fred Hartman prosecuting, and Dell Mea Orvile Reeves and Dave The defending the prisoner.
D W Bowman was arrested for intoxication and sentenced to three days in the city jail after a morning arrest following a prior drunken state. He was helped to jail yesterday and fined by a friend, then promised to return home to Milton. He was picked up drunk again this morning and faces additional time, as a farmer near Milton owns a coal pile.
The Pendleton Socialist club meets every alternate Sunday at Labor Union hall and now has over 50 members. The next gathering is March 27 with anticipation of the campaign. Meetings focus on political questions and draw large attendance.
Rev H S Shangle, presiding elder, will hold the quarterly conference at 3 oclock Saturday next with sermons Saturday evening and Sunday morning and evening. Conference members are urged to attend. J W Young of Weston returned from a California trip visiting state highlights but cut visit to Pendleton to pay taxes and secure a rebate after a late train.
Catholic community in Baker City pursues a plan to raise about 75 dollars for a new cathedral under the guidance of Bishop J. O'Reilly. The bishop resides in Baker City and leads the fundraising effort.
Public notice thanks customers for liberal support after selling coal and wood business to L. W. M. Adams. The new owner will maintain a large stock of dry wood and amber corals to meet needs. The former owner remains in the office with Mr Adams to settle outstanding accounts.
An advertisement touts Hill's Rheumatic Pills as a universal remedy for rheumatism and joint pain. It claims long use and cites testimonials of sufferers including a 25 year old who regained health, urging readers to buy at local druggists. The copy uses archaic spelling and promotional language.
The notice lists political and organizational gatherings including Democratic state convention in Portland on April 19, Republican state convention on April 14, meeting of Oregon Cattlemen's Association in Portland on April 16, Oregon Federation of Labor in Oregon City on May 2, General M. E. Conference in Los Angeles on May 4, the June 6 general election in Oregon, and Oregon encampment of the G. A. R. in Hood River on June 15 14 17.
Tomorrow a sale of household items will be held at the rectory 719 Johnson Street on Friday March wth starting at 2 pm. Items include beds, bookcase, dishes, chairs, tables, cooking utensils, stoves, carpet, blankets, lawnmower, garden tools and fuel. W E Potwine.
Next Saturday night March 19 starts a four night series for a gold medal at McMinns Armory hall. The event is open to all. Don’t forget the St Patricks ball Thursday.
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