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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1900
Page
3
A garbled Weston county court fragment references a May 17 date and a case involving M A Baker and local officials, with testimonies about taxes and services. It also includes a long milling and farming passage describing Timoth hay, barley sowing, and crop timing near Cold Spring, noting farmers’ increasing engagement in hay and grain production in the region.
A fragmented note describes Mr Wells and associates discussing quick gains in Weston county fields. It mentions fertilizer and vegetable water issues, hints at irrigation and fertilizer use, and notes lower yields previously with hope for recovery as weather and crops improve.
A letter from Thomas P Page proposes a public meeting with Horace Walker in Weston to discuss county court operations and laws, aiming to inform citizens and taxpayers on county finances. It recalls Page’s illness and praises Cod Liver oil product testimonials, mentioning J E Watkins of Chilliotte Missouri.
The Mioncore Association hosts its seventh annual reunion at Wooston with three days of events from May 11 to June 2. Rev. K Hines and H S Blandford address attendees, with speeches by Republican, Democratic and Prohibition leaders, plus baseball and social amusements. Reduced railroad rates and welcoming crowds expected. Foley's Kidney Cure advertised by Pioneer Drug Store.
Summary of Oregon statutes outlining penalties for bribing or unduly influencing voters and for voters who accept bribes. The provisions specify imprisonment ranges from three months to five years, with fines up to 500 dollars, and ineligibility for office. Additional sections penalize door-to-door, residency, turnout, and liquor-related election offenses with varying penalties.
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a sugar coated health enhancer. It claims pills boost strength energy and mental power and promotes them as a health building product sold per box by Tullman & Co. Dragginte.
The United States starts the 100 runway census Friday with cities due to finish by June 16 and counties by July 7. In Pendleton two enumerators Harold Horton and Peter Weat urge residents to assist, noting many will be away in June and risk omitting people. Uncounted individuals distort locality representation and affect state congressional apportionment. Authorities urge heads of families to inform neighbors or leave written notes for the enumerator.
A colonial style appeal warns citizens to answer hard questions on race birth age marriage status and birth country for census enumerators. It stresses confidentiality and urges full disclosure of name address race occupation education and property, including home ownership or rent, farm status, and mortgage details.
Readers are urged to assess claims that potatoes contain a poison called solinio and that new potato varieties are safer. The piece notes past longevity with potatoes and warns that those with indigestion or stomach issues should try Hood’s Sarsaparilla to feel better, presenting health remedies and skepticism about danger.
A list of guests arriving at Hotel Pendleton and various cities includes Sam C Kerr, J Moore, LJ Clarke, Geo W Simons, W oH Fayle, C4 Stary, GW Todd, N B Coman, COM Sorith, T L Bowers, J Gaerettson, WH Kahiman, HJ W loom, ERB Shundere, A Norman, Max Friedlander, T W Jackson, J He Kloockner, JJ Baris, Goo McGalvery, and many others across Portland Spokane St Joe Chicago San Francisco New York Susanville and more. Also advertised are bicycles for sale at Crescent Agency with prices 25 and 15 dollars.
Debate over amateur status in cash prize events at Weston Pendleton and Kiagen Oregon. Protests allege Knox and Jackson once competed for pay, risking loss of amateur eligibility and future participation. Candidates deny wrongdoing and will present evidence at the Salem collegiate contests.
Fragmentary read on Newark Michigan figure Steadman tied to a Civil War injury and a dubious remedy claim. Mentions Hackson’s Arotea Salve, Tallman & Go druggists, and local sales. Also notes Oregon races on Simpson & Perrinoger track at Thornlay with an event May 31 and tickets at City Livery Stable.
An ad claims Bhuloh’s cough and consumption cure is a sure remedy if taken early. The company promises refunds if no cure is effected and lists Tall man & Co as the lending druggist.
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