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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1907
Page
4
A Pendleton letter-writer condemns saloons and intoxicated street conditions while arguing the core issue is government policy. The piece asserts liquor licensing props up the industry, urging a shift to merit-based licensing and reform of governmental support to curb the saloon trade and its social ills.
The passage alleges that railroads, including the rifle road system, inflate freight tariffs for Spokane’s tributaries and adjacent routes. For two decades residents paid a through rate from the east plus local Spokane to Seattle Tacoma and return, with stretches of non service. It accuses carriers of charging for 400 miles of unused service under a “take all the traffic will bear” policy, with Mr. Cooper’s admission lending weight to the claim.
In Chicago a Spokane freight rate hearing featured Thomas Cooper mining commissioner for the Northern Pacific, who admitted the company aims to raise rates as property values climb. He argued rates are not tied to equitable returns but to extract “all the traffic will bear” to boost profits and property values, drawing harsh critique of the railroad’s pricing.
A Denver pastor comments on widespread drift among former devout churchgoers toward new thought, Christian science, and independent thinking. He notes a surge of intellectual curiosity shaping communities while maintaining core Nazarene beliefs, arguing that people seek sober expression of faith through these ideas.
The piece discusses the cost of land fraud prosecutions at seven hundred thousand dollars and critiques the disgrace upon public officials. It praises the strong year at St Josephs and Pendleton academies noting over 300 students, expanded offerings, and better prospects next year as East Oregonian highlights local private schools.
Railroad concerns warn that agitation for lower freight rates will ruin the industry and halt expansion. The passage questions whether railroads must obtain community licenses to levy tribute and argues for fair business principles, suggesting government action in the public interest if some industries are favored.
A brief poetic reflection on purpose guiding life. The speaker contrasts living for a clear aim with drifting like a vessel. Whitaker notes that many wrecks could have been saved with a guiding star, but they were carried by the tide instead.
James Martine, a longtime Democrat in New Jersey, has long served as the party's candidate for nearly every county and senate district office over three decades, yet has never secured a win. The piece notes his enduring presence in local politics and his role as a recurring candidate in state and county races.
William J. Bryan born in Salem Ohio on March 19 1860 rises from home schooling to Whipple Academy and Illinois College. After law practice in Jacksonville he moves to Nebraska shaping his political path, serves in Congress, and leads Democratic tickets in 1896 and 1900, balancing lectures and editorial work between campaigns.
A reflective prose blend recounts a world tour enjoyed a year ago, praising the unseen mind and soul as the true engine of humanity. The piece contrasts electricity as a servant force with mental power, forecasts the twentieth century as an age of mentality guided by the ego, and notes Baker county plans a horse show on March 20. It closes with lyric excerpts celebrating spring and longing.
6G. Howard faces charges of issuing worthless checks in North Yakima and netting 410 dollars before the fraud was uncovered. All checks were cashed by Boehm and Heller, a saloon business. A warrant was issued for Howard but he remains at large. Read the East Oregonian.
The Pendleton Hotel has been refurbished with telephone and fire alarm connections in all rooms. Suites and single rooms available with weekly or monthly rates. Excellent cuisine and prompt dining room service. Bar and lounge in connection only three blocks from depot.
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