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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1906
Page
8
The Law Enforcement League met last night and decided no independent sheriff candidate is needed since both T. T. Taylor and E. J. Sommerville have declared they will enforce the laws. Neither candidate was endorsed, but members were free to vote their sentiments.
All members of Pendleton lodge No. 288, B. P. O. E., are asked to attend tonight at Eagtey hall at 8 o'clock for initiation. Visiting brothers and members are urged to be present.
A health warning describes weak blood lacking life giving principles as harmful to the body. It asserts poisonous waste causes pimples boils eczema tumors abscesses and similar ailments, urging caution against such conditions.
Democratic campaign schedule lists stops Alba Ukiah Pilot Rock Adams Echo Umatilla Helix Holdman Athena with meetings at specified times. Notable attendees include Senators C J Smith Walter M Pierce Ceci Wade J T Lieuallen Sheriff T D Taylor John F Hill County Judge G A Hartman James Nelson W R Campbell and Senator Pierce delivering Scotch celebration address in Athena.
The R. C. Rickmers, the world’s largest sailing ship, may arrive in Portland. Launched in Germany in February, this five master 441 feet long aims to sail from Bremen to New York to load a full cargo of case oil for Japan. Displacement about 11 360 tons, gris burden about 8000 tons, draft 26 feet 9 inches. Triple expansion engines of 1000 HP could push 6 to 7 knots under steam when conditions allow.
Hon J D Matlock of Eu- says Governor Chamberlain’s re election chances appear hotter in eastern Oregon than they do elsewhere. He comments on the political climate and forecast for the Democratic candidate ahead of the upcoming election.
A 1900s style notice touts Merplcide as a dandruff killer and hair growth stimulant. It claims to prevent baldness by killing germs in infested scalps and promotes Herpicide as a pleasant hair dressing and cure. Sold by druggists with samples available from The Horphcide Co. Detroit Michigan. Kooppen Brow listed as special agents.
T C Montgomery reports slight rain in the county benefiting wheat yet warns more moisture is needed by mid June for a viable food crop. Spring grain and reseeded areas suffer from dryness while fall wheat largely escapes damage. Much wheat is short, and straw may be reduced, though yield could still be adequate if favorable conditions return.
A heavy frost in Baker County on Tuesday night nipped gardens and fruit and seriously threatened the grain crops of Powder River Valley. Near North Powder gardens were killed and spring grain four inches high was nipped in places but not seriously damaged overall. North Powder sits at 242 feet and Haines at 3334 feet where good crops are common, though severe frosts are not unusual at this season.
Lieutenant Holcomb of the Fourteenth cavalry and a companion drove from Walla Walla to Pendleton in two hours in a Franklin. They aimed to reach Folse and then Idaho’s capital without mishap, saying they were prepared for accidents and had endured a hard journey.
Stone masons began on the wall bounding the lower side of the Matlock property while grading proceeds for residences. A broad driveway will connect Miln street bridge to the tract end, easing access and enhancing appearance. Mr. Matlock will elevate the site to first class condition.
Sult waa fled here this morning by the New York Military Supply company against Jennie F Kilgore and Jennie Blackburn. Judgement for the sum of 709.27 is asked for by the plaintiff who holds such amount due from the defendant. The suit was filed by Upton Mitton of Walla Walla.
Jesse Faliing reports the death of Jennie Brisbin formerly of this city in Plymouth Michigan last week after years of declining health. Friends anticipated the passing and shared the news.
EF H Gambes formerly of Ukiah who moved to Santa Clara earlier has been driven from California by the earthquake. He is now settled in University Park Portland where he will reside permanently.
General passenger agent A. L. Craig and traveling passenger agent J. H. ONeill rode through this morning to Spokane from eastern Oregon lines. Found at Fergy's Kaleor's dog.
Contractor Dr A Dubois warns that finishing by April 1 1907 may be impossible due to a shortage of skilled labor and teams. He notes 8000 men and 1060 teams already work on Northwest railroad projects and urges sourcing locally from farmers and seasonal workers to keep nearly all funding within Umatilla County as settlers await opening.
In Athena on May 17 the Yellow Kids defeated Washington Agricultural College of Pullman 7 to 6 in a high scoring game. The Farmers led in the fifth with five runs after a single two errors and three bunt hits, but Athena answered with a big fifth inning and a ninth inning finish by Garrison. Osborn fanned 16 as Athena collected 12 hits off Nissen. Batteries Osborn and Kints, Nissen and Quilerton.
The Congregationalists had predicted a Thursday afternoon shower but it will occur in the evening at William Ingram's home instead. Do not forget the event is in the evening.
Primitive medical testimony extols Unicorn root and Golden Seal as key ingredients in Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription. Dr Fyfe and others assert the remedy supports female reproductive health, easing back pain, leucorrhea, and menopausal symptoms.
Dr. C J Smith attended the state medical association meeting in Portland. The next meeting will be at Astoria. New officers elected include President KB Pickel Medford First Vice President J A Reuter The Cullen Beyond Vice President H M Shaw Ashland Third Vice President Edny Timms Portland Secretary L H Hamilton Portland Delegate H W Coe Alternate George F Wilson Councillor A C Smith Pendleton J Smith Pendleton and W J May Baker City Dr May reelected. Also mention of a tunnel being dug by Winters Parsons and Boomer near Miller's landing.
Report from Goldendale Benihal Grand Dale Cor describes a deep cut lower in the river with a steam shovel in operation. Contractors run night shifts using own electric lights alongside day work to speed progress.
A. H. afer of Beattle was elected superintendent of Tacoma city schools to succeed A. V. Varner.
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