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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1911
Page
4
Fragmented OCR shows an independent daily and semi weekly newspaper in Pen dleton Oregon with subscription rates for various periods and delivery methods. The readable lines reference price figures and term durations but are garbled and incomplete.
The article discusses two major Supreme Court rulings applauded as liberal. It praises freed speech against contempt charges of labor leaders and critiques other decisions on standard oil monopolies, arguing restraint in restitution while upholding constitutional rights and balancing national interests.
The court's decision is viewed as largely priced in by investors. Henry Clows in a May 13 note predicted the ruling would merely refine interpretation of trade restraints, not shock the financial world. The Standard Oil Co and American Tobacco Co are seen as already prepared to adjust to legal requirements.
A postal savings bank is planned in Pendleton after a Commercial club request and a secretary of bankers endorsement. It would allow small deposits and be safe, though most residents will still favor regular banks for borrowing, as Uncle Sam offers no lending. The move targets a non urgent need though would provide a government backed option.
The speaker laments that expediency often drives major legal decisions, noting that such times are rare for Umatilla county and that those predicting dramatic shifts should be ashamed. The tone suggests a wary view of quick political or judicial judgments.
Pendleton plans to send Tracy Baker to a major eastern baseball squad reflecting the town's athletic standing and pride.
Portland letter recalls a 1875 East Oregonian item about editor M. H. Abbott describing his lost dog. Weston residents sent a gaggle of ugly but beloved dogs to comfort him, with stage driver Charlie Potter transporting them despite dirty cars, as Rube Baskett laments the mock loss and Abbott never advertised again.
A Newton street incident is reported where a boy struck a girl during play. A passerby diffuses the moment and the girl explains she cries not from pain but because Jimmie ran away after the hit and won’t return to forgive him.
An old advertisement touts Mother's Friend as an external oily emulsion to ease pregnancy discomfort. It claims the product prepares the system for the crisis, relieves suffering, aids recovery after birth, and is available at drug stores with a free booklet for expectant mothers.
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