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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1908
Page
4
County official paper announces subscription prices for Daily and Weekly editions by mail and carrier. Rates cover one year through monthly terms with varied rates and delivery methods. The notice lists price brackets and mailing options for readers.
A poetic fragment from the San Francisco Star laments life’s barrenness and longing. It contrasts dreary toil with a note of consolation where love hope and patience sustain the spirit. The verse imagines a desert turning verdant as life persists beyond earthly fading.
Port land Methodist leaders push for a vote next Monday on keeping or dropping a church ban on popular amusements. The piece cites Mormon practices of supervised dancing and wholesome social life, arguing religion can uplift rather than renounce enjoyment and that family presence preserves decorum.
The text argues that if religion destroys amusement it loses adherents as both young and old seek worldly pleasures. It asserts religion should provide wholesome diversions to keep life vigorous and alert, or people will pursue entertainment outside the church.
A newspaper notes Pendleton’s potential as a home for a large paper mill. It cites the Willamette valley project, Umatilla county land viewing, and Pendleton’s central Inland Empire location on major transport routes with abundant raw materials power and labor. The piece urges vigorous inquiry into why Pendleton hasn’t attracted more factories and industry.
An Oregon movement to disrupt the direct primary law is centered in Portland with some outside supporters. The piece argues the public opposes it, credits old politicians, and urges citizens to preserve direct primaries along with initiative and referendum and local option laws, urging progress and integrity for the state.
Portland principals vote unanimously against allowing school children to take part in the Rose Show exhibition drills. They argue the labor and time required burden taxpayers and defer education to parade entertainment, while promoters express indignation at the decision.
A Pendleton Tribune editorial on The Wife In the Shadow is balanced, noting a side of neglect by wives who drive husbands to bankruptcy through extravagance and social duties while the husband toils to support the home and make ends meet.
The piece argues that marriage strife has two sides one deserted wife and often many husbands tempted by society's promises. It calls for fairness to husbands and acknowledges underdog status for the man within domestic conflicts.
H M Cake declares support for progressive causes in Oregon urging popular election of senators primary reform and strict regulation of railroads and public utilities. He aligns with Roosevelt policies and appeals to voters to send him to the Senate to affirm Oregon's progressive record and resolve.
A poem contrasts famed minds with the laborer who toils for his race. The speaker, in the Monitor, praises the sturdy worker over scholars and dreamers and envisions the world rising for a man who can hope and labor.
A historical account explains tornado formation from birth to mature funnel as warm and cold air clash. Describes debris intake, cloud formation, and explosive bursts, with observers noting objects lofted by the vortex. Mentions city visitors and a local booster edition.
A reflective piece describes a river crossing as a living parable. People of all ages cross toward a promised Life, returning after experience with tales of beauty and wonder. The river remains unfathomable, with bank to bank vision elusive and journeys ending where they began.
A story recalls Congressman John Sharp Williams meeting King Humbert in Rome years ago. A merchant from a New York town rode with them, refused to bow to the king, and Williams joked about the moment. The tale ends with a quip on recognizing genius and ownership of ideas.
Portland hotel offers American plan from $3 per day and up with special rates for families and single gentlemen. The management invites viewing rooms and prices, noting a modern Turkish bath. H. C. Bowers is the manager.
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