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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1913
Page
2
Heavy weight to light fabrics including India linens pique Persian lawn and waistings are reduced. Sale prices feature deep cuts on house linen blankets comforts and bed spreads during this under priced sale.
In Los Angeles, May 21, Vancouver Washington’s Bad Anderson stopped Joe Mandot of New Orleans in the 12th round of a 24 rounds bout. Mandot showed courage but was unable to land effectively as Anderson used sharp body work and a hard right to the jaw to gain a clear edge. Referee Eyeton halted the fight after Mandot staggered to avoid a knock out.
In San Francisco on May 21 Gunboat Smith defeated Jeax Willard in a 20 round bout by referee's decision. Despite Willard's weight and height advantages the heavier punching and aggressiveness of Smith prevailed. Willard showed strength and courage but lacked the drive to seize victory, while Smith used superior ring generalship throughout.
In La Grande on May 12 122 the Bears won the opener of the series over the Spuds 3 to 2 after a wild first inning by pitcher Fuchner who walked hitters and allowed three runs. La Grande countered with two in their half as Shader Miller Druhot and Nadeag produced hits and scoring. Both pitchers settled after the rough start with Fitchner showing better control and Shader delivering solid relief work.
Baker Oregon May 21 Special Baker took the first game of the series with North Yakima yesterday by a score of 5 to 3. Coleman allowed four hits, two in the ninth. Kane was hit for ten safeties in the late innings as three pinch hitters appeared. A wild seventh inning saw West reach center field after a mishap, Cowan scoring on the misplay. In the eighth Coleman bunted to Engle, and a fielding error by Jansen allowed Rock to score. Eagles tried to rally in the ninth with two runs, but the comeback fell short. Final lines show Ekerig’s team beating North Yakima 5 to 3.
In yesterday's games, the N W League saw Seattle 1 fall to Vancouver 4 and Tacoma 2 lose to Portland 4 while Spokane led Victoria 7. National League results include St Louis 8 over New York 0 and Chicago 7 defeating Boston 3. Coast League matched Portland 4 Venice 3 with LA 1 beating Oakland 3. American League games included Philadelphia 7 over Detroit 8 and Cleveland 10 over Washington 9.
The story from University of Oregon in Eugene on May 21 profiles D. C. Sanderson, a former preacher who left his flock six years ago to join the newspaper business and has since built a successful career as editor and publisher.
The Freewater Times publisher spoke at the University of Oregon conference about building a newspaper in a town of under 500. Six years ago he bought the paper for debts, had 117 circulation, a hand press, and little type. Now he runs a Brower job press, 960 weekly copies, with $8060 earned beyond plant costs, showing how smart business and hustle transformed his operation.
Salem May 21 reports Cupid at the courthouse where three marriage licenses were issued and one couple wed by Justice F Hubard. Licenses granted: Alva Bloom to Eva Evans James M Palmer to May White and C A Koehler to Minnie Brechbiel. A young suitor sought papers but the bride was underage. parental consent will be sought.
Klamath Falls Ore May 21 Rev G H Feese the local Methodist minister who has the reputation of the marrying parson wants the clergy to know he is not conducting a matrimonial bureau He toured eastern Klamath County where ranchers requested help finding life partners He says he has received about 1000 letters from women and girls accusing him of running a matrimonial bureau He does not object to helping a man find a wife but denies involvement for pay
One of the largest incubators for hatching chicks operates in New Orleans. The facility is powered by electricity and maintains temperature automatically for efficient incubation.
The Friday Saturday and Sunday games of the Walla Walla La Grande series will be played in Walla Walla. Manager August Radetole announced the arrangement to Nat Higging of the local club. Bade left for La Grande to set up the series, hoping to provide strong entertainment after the three weeks break.
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