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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1917
Page
7
A city court approved a detailed street improvement plan in Pendleton including paving, curbs, and drainage. The order assigns parcels and assesses costs to benefiting property owners, with execution by the city and related officials.
A grainy page describes livestock markets in North Portland and then pivots to a controversial photo: a picture of the greatest warship in the world sinking at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The naval censor, Lieutenant Commander Ralph P. Croft, oversees a close up showing the hull, noting the ship built over three years and many hull photos likely taken.
An unreadable OCR fragment references medical and pharmaceutical terms, names, and locations. It mentions Melis Cmunath and Petreh Mall Caterer Medieing acts, with a vague timeline and unclear actions. The text is garbled and lacks coherent events or outcomes.
An advertisement promotes Kies Comm Balm to treat catarrh by applying a small amount in the nose. It promises quick relief from headache nasal congestion and mucus discharge, claiming the cream penetrates airways and heals inflamed membranes for immediate comfort.
Fragmented text describes a morning habit of drinking hot water upon waking and a broader discussion of cleansing the digestive system. It mentions headaches and nervousness, with references to liver, kidneys, and bowels, and implies a ritual of internal cleansing amid concerns about complexion and bodily waste.
The text is garbled and unreadable, but appears to reference actions around opening dents and a civil matter in Warimnutvin dated May 6. No clear names, places, or events could be determined beyond tentative civic context.
Plan discussed at California State Federation of Women's Clubs meeting urges mothers to have all children’s clothes clearly labeled with name and address to aid potential alien invasion evacuation and later reunion of separated families. Authorities stress the request as precaution amid wartime concerns.
In Phoenix on May 5, the supreme court decision favors Senator Campbell Sudiee Stanford, who has been leading the case, while former governor Hunt aided by Thies Campbell had contested the outcome. The ruling affirms the earlier holding in the ongoing dispute over the governorship succession.
A wartime notice from Washington on May 6 details the Army War Department’s process for appointing cadets to aviation programs. It outlines the steps for applications, selection, and immediate training, with candidates expected to begin at once and undergo a training period of several months.
One of the state universities designated yesterday to offer special short courses in the theory of air flight with over two months devoted to practical work at a training station. Officials expect the aviation training service to produce well qualified pilots monthly as a long term goal, with aims to make it a routine habit.
DULL SPLITTING SICK HEADACHE relief promised with powder. Headache powders claimed to clear the head quickly whether dull throbbing or nerve rocking. Urges reader to send someone to the drug store for a dime package now and avoid disappointment.
In Cheyenne on May five men were arrested tonight by federal officers on charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States government of 200007 dollars through the theft of high grade ore. Tony Cra2, another member of the alleged group, is named in the report.
A Cincinnati authority notes a drugstore ready remedy for corns and calluses. A quarter can of freesane is said to lift corns without pain, instantly relieving soreness and drying quickly. Even high heels wearers may benefit from the quick, non irritant action.
In the District Court of Oregon a bankruptcy notice announces Emil Dohnert of Pendleton was adjudicated bankrupt on May 3 1917. The first creditors meeting is set for May 18 1917 at 10 AM at the referee in bankruptcy office in Pendleton. Creditors may attend to prove claims appoint a trustee examine the debtor and transact other business.
A suspect was arrested today in Ray Pram cisco after an alleged plan to steal 915000 worth of bullion from the mint in Hem Pranciaga. Authorities say the case involves the orflvera weid and ongoing investigations.
The City of Paadheries issues sealed bids for street improvements on Willow Street from North Ilee of Webh Street to Cumre Street. Plans and specifications are available in the City Recorder's office. bids due with certified checks payable to the City Treasurer.
The city of Pendleton Oregon invites sealed bids for the improvement of a street sethantes sovekee etreet from the north line of Jarigom street to the south line of Witsoe jase la h Oacsé Ginohe ite tan Gatems specifications on file in the city recorder office. Bidder must deposit a certified check payable to the mayor for bid security and ensure performance and payment bonds.
A dense classified listing shows numerous attorneys with offices in various buildings, including Despain, Schmidt block, and the American National Bank building. It also mentions J T Brown’s Furniture Store, a funeral parlor, Northern Pacific Railway lamia information, and contact references in Miles City Montana and Pendleton Oregon for supplies and services.
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