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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1904
Page
8
A Chinese witness at a justice court trial refused to cut the chicken after the oath, citing his gods. The scene sparked debate over oath customs and fear of divine retribution, while local officials and the railroad company discussed funding a night watchman at the depot yards to improve security.
The R. and N. railroad company and the city contemplate sharing the expense of a policeman. Owing to the rough close of men who have infested the docks yards for some time, the need for policing has grown apparent and local officials weigh funding options.
Tassie Stewart of Milton reports apricot trees in full bloom in the Milton and Prewater districts despite frosts. The early crop is set to open in July, about four weeks ahead of the Grand Ronde valley. Stewart also sent Hood River strawberry plants to California relatives, which are expected to yield ripe fruit shortly, several weeks earlier than local California varieties. The Milton district fruit crop looks excellent and locals hope for a cannery to process the season.
HR Collins of Freewater warns the Umatilla region of historic high water after heavy snows and warm rains. He notes record snow in the pine mountains, chinooks swelling streams including Meacham, McKay, and Wild Horse creeks. Flood levels could reach four to eight feet, packing into a sea of water. Collins, long in Kamela’s wool trade, now lives in Freewater near a school with three timber interests still active there.
Mrs Cora Wilson chairwoman of the board of grand managers of the Women of Woodcraft visited Mrs Carrie Van Orsdall in Pullman to confer on their work during a brief stay and her return visit.
W. J. Heilmer formerly serving Indiana State Life Insurance in the district left town amid a $400 deficit and unpaid bills from jewelers, hotels, and dry goods stores. He allegedly took receipts for men who bought policies, pocketing funds, and fled after passing a crooked check in Echo. Reportedly headed to California to start a fraternal insurance venture.
X N C Maris who has led Wade cattle for years injured his foot falling on a wall and now uses crutches. He has guided the Wade herd on Northwest fair tours and may soon return to his former Rural Spirit role in Portland. Several offers to manage other cattle herds are under consideration while he stays in the city briefly after completing Wade cattle shipping.
A big shipment of Wade cattle from Eastern Oregon left today under Mr. Maria and assistants. A trainload of cows departed this morning westward with another shipment this afternoon. Tomorrow will see wagons to Walla Walla, Sacramento, and North Yakima. buyers include Gilbert and Patterson of Salem Brock & McCumas for Lyle ranch Washington A R R Hyrkete of Bingen W S Cate of Hillsboro J W Foley of St Johns and M F Gowe of Pomensa, with carloads for J Ho Glide of Sacramento and A J Splawn Fred Brooks and H K Dunn of North Yakima.
Rev. G. L. Hall of Clyde New York arrives with his wife and child to take the Baptist pulpit. He will preach his first sermon next Sunday morning after being educated at Rochester Theological Seminary. Hall and family will reside at the Baptist parsonage immediately, restoring a permanent minister to the congregation.
The city council holds its regular meeting this evening. The opening of the west end of Court street is to be considered with local residents favoring the improvement but wary of higher taxes. The plumbing ordinance, prepared by the committee, will be ready for passage.
The Clara Mathes company presented The Silver Dagger to a large Frazer house last night. The show drew strong audience approval with the vaudeville turns between acts praised. Tonight Tennessee's Pardner appears, followed by Younger Brothers tomorrow. New material enhances the program since January, with notable comedy features and an innovative vaudeville interlude proving popular.
Malcolm A. Moody, once a congressman from eastern Oregon, visits The Dalles with friends. His companions are actively campaigning for his renomination this spring as Eastern Oregon counties have already closed their delegates to the state convention, boosting his candidacy.
Rev A J Adams of Milton will preach the Easter sermon at the Presbyterian church in this city instead of Rev Van Nuys of La Grande. Van Nuys will preach his farewell sermon at La Grande on that day. Paul Delaney, formerly of the eieg y, is under arrest at Baker City for assaulting Bert Small a minor man with an iron shooting stick. Small’s scalp was split for six inches and skull fractured. Cattlegrowers Convention Oregon in Portland April 1 gathering at Auditorium Third Street. WHANT MAYS Secretary.
Frederick C. Welch and DPD. F. Carnes, representatives of the Pacific Homestead of Salem, have returned from La Grande and Spokane where they pushed a special Homestead chamber issue. The mission earned success in securing support for the Eastern Oregon town and they will spend several days in the city.
One hundred delegates from across Oregon and Walla Walla gather in Pendleton for the Markey Review led by Supreme Commander D. P. Markey assisted by J. W. Sherwood and A. P. Davis. A class of about 60 initiates is expected, with candidates from La Grande Milton Echo and Pendleton. A banquet hall hosts ladies while the Maccabees work at Secret Society hall before a final gathering at Armory hall. A prize for the best team is planned, with participants from districts including Echo Foster and Pendleton.
Judge FitzGerald rendered a decision yesterday afternoon in the case Ah Que et al versus Ung See Chiv. He awarded the plaintiff $50.05 from $100.96 prayed for, noting the defendant had acquired the American habit of evasion.
George Badley and August Becker, jailed after yesterday’s arrest for stealing a case of brandy from the Swearengen saloon, were arraigned before Judge Fitz Gerald yesterday afternoon. Informations had been filed by the district attorney.
La Grande prominent citizens A P Davis T W Luak Motier Eliedga John K Fite Gerald Gus Benglesdorf James Neilson and Grant Keys attend the Maccabees banquet in the city, signaling local civic engagement.
Mrs. M. A. Sheridan and her daughter, who spent the winter in California, are expected to return to their home in the city about April 1. The news notes the Sheridan household will resume residence as spring begins.
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