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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1914
Page
6
An old style health notice praises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative to prevent constipation in aging adults. It claims the tonic strengthens stomach and bowel muscles, reduces need for harsher purgatives, and offers a free sample by mail from Dr W B Caldwell of Monticello, Illinois.
Halifax dispatch reports the steamer City of Sydney operating on the coastal run was abandoned after distress in heavy seas. Captains and crew were rescued by nearby vessels and no fatalities are listed, with authorities launching an inquiry into the incident and navigation conditions.
A Texan man eighty two years old with kidney trouble reports relief after taking Dr Kilmer Swamp Root. He started working again and credits his wife’s cure to the remedy. The statement is sworn before a Notary Public on April 8 1912 by H C Griffith and notarized by T Bennett.
A letter to Dr. Kilmer & Co. of Binghamton New York promotes Swamp Root kidney and bladder remedy. It offers 2 sample bottles for ten cents and a booklet of information, mentioning Pendleton Daily East Oregonian and availability paid in regular drug stores.
The Sambro Rocks vessel ran aground in fog yesterday and was abandoned. The bottom was shattered during the night and the ship is expected to sink momentarily.
In Stanfield on March 17 the Women’s Study Club held a St Patrick’s day luncheon at Peacefull Acres hosted by Mrs J E Faucett and Miss Jennie Albon. Guests of honor included Mrs Smith of Minot ND and Miss McClusky of Chicago. The afternoon featured games and social chat.
A reflective aphorism compares life to dining at a budget eatery where true desires are not reflected on the menu. It suggests what one seeks from life cannot be captured by ordinary choices or priced options.
An old-style ad claims Bromo Quinine, a laxative remedy, cures a cold in one day and grip in two days. It features the signature of E W Grove and emphasizes rapid relief through a single medication.
California officials hail the state compensation act as satisfactory after its January 1 start. It guarantees wage recipients a share of wages if disabled on duty and a death benefit to dependents if killed. Employers must provide medical care for 90 days and pensions for serious injuries, with premium costs adjustable by safety steps and merit ratings. The law also offers protection against damage suits when a regular policy is carried.
The will of George Westinghouse filed for probate provides forty percent of his about thirty five million dollar estate to his widow and the remainder to his son. The Pittsburg report notes the estate value and distribution terms.
A spring tonic claim promotes Electric Bitters to cleanse kidneys liver and bowels removing impurities. The ad promises renewed health strength and vigor after a four week treatment and notes sale by druggists at 60 cents and one dollar from H E Bucklen & Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
The trial of Dr. Harrison H. Keene of Eureka California concluded amid the disappearance of Myrtle Kell ett who accused him of transporting her from Eureka to Portland for immoral purposes.
Local press notes for Saturday at the Orpheum present The Drudge a two part Vitagraph drama starring Dorothy Kelly and Rankin Drew as lovers separated by fate with a child complicating reunion. Biograph features Auld Lang Syne with Claire McDowell and Harry Carey and Mrs Manly's Baby from Essanay.
James O'Neill's Count of Monte Cristo shows tonight for the last time with three performances at 6 45, 7 56 and 9 20 Saturday only. Lubin two reel feature His Wife stars Rosemary Theby as the illegitimate daughter Anna and Dan rescue. Pathe Weekly with two comedies Batty Hill and Winky Willy. Sunday sneak of The Mischief Maker Vitagraph two parts with Earle Williams Edith Story Darwin Karr.
Cosy Libra and Gavazzi, Italian musicians, bring a novelty piano accordion act to Friday and Saturday shows with a Saturday matinee. The set promises a rare stage performance and broad audience appeal. Also featured are Our Mutual Girl, a travelogue glimpse from a famous city and ship, and two-reel romance A Modern Free Lance plus Dad's Terrible Match from Apollo's lineup.
Alta Theater features a full matinee daily with afternoon 10 and 6 cent prices and evening 15 and 10 cent seats. The program includes Forbes and Thelen vaudeville duo, a two part Eclausic with Barbara Tennant, The Animated Weekly reel, and a Mike and Jake society joker.
Pilot Rock locals report several Pendleton visits including Mr. and Mrs. John Bunyan and Mrs. J. T. Gilliland. Mina Stuart and Mrs. George Johnson are in Nye area, Grace Hospital hosts Mrs. Harvey Mustard with influenza symptoms. Edith Warrington has been visiting Rev. Warrington in Pendleton, while J. W. Miller and family attended Sunday meetings there.
Dr Gilliland and wife visited Pendleton to see Dr Parker. New Reos and Fords arrived for Bond Auto. George Carnes bought a Buick. Arthur Bond and C J Miller were Pendleton visitors. Bob Manning traveled to Pendleton due to his mother’s illness. M D Orange, Jack Hodges, and Clara Beck spent Sunday in Pendleton, while Henderson family visited. Hurd family visited Round-up town. Jenson Matthews and Cherman were in Athena. Grace and Twig Hinkle have mumps. Rae Hinkle and Mrs Terry with smallpox. A Bird schoolhouse box social yielded 33 attendees and seventy two dollars for Pilot Rock church. Attendees from Pilot Rock include George Done, Jesse Jones, Herbert Foylen, Arthur Bond, Lon Etter, Walter Albright, Elbert Casteel, Fish, and Georgia Jaques, Lucile Gilliland. Metzer party plus Anita and Tacy joined Pendleton visitors Saturday. Arthur Wetzel and family were in Rock Sunday.
Gibbon Oregon dated March 20 notes George Johnson Lew Reed and R C Hager appear in a local update. The fragment suggests a community roster or meeting minutes with these individuals as named participants. Further details are unavailable in the excerpt.
A promotional notice claims Foley Kidney Pills suit kidney and bladder disorders, rheumatic troubles, and urinary irregularities. It describes quick relief, tonic strength, and better kidney action, urging use with Foley Cathartic Tablets and noting availability in 50c and $1.00 sizes at all drugstores.
An advertisement touts Milady's popular preparations including perfume shampoo cuticle soap tose cream and talcum powder offered worldwide from 50c to 1.00 per item. The full set priced at 1.00 with a free German Silver vanity purse included if ordered immediately from Universal Products Co Dayton Ohio. The pitch targets direct sales with postage stamps or money orders requested.
Furnish and Mr Holiday returned to Portland after a few days in Pendleton. Holiday plans to move here as his permanent home. Mr and Mrs John Thompson visited Pendleton for a few days. Frank and Jesse Bennett left Weston for their river winter quarters. Robert Hager’s son improves after illness. Brace and Mulkey visited Cayuse last week. Henry Thompson in Pendleton yesterday. C Thompson, O.W.R. N agent, back on duty after Portland business.
The National Press Club will formally open new club rooms on the top floor of a tall Washington office building in the business district. President Wilson has accepted an invitation to address the gathering tomorrow.
Portland Ore March 17 Arguments over Oregon pedlar law are being heard before a panel of judges. The case tests whether the state can regulate itinerant traders and enforce licensing requirements amid ongoing courtroom debates.
A famed authority claims meat eaters risk kidney clogging from uric acid and urges four ounces of rad salts daily to flush kidneys. The remedy, Jad Salts, allegedly neutralizes urine acids and prevents bladder and kidney issues.
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