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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1908
Page
7
The East Oregonian urges Pendleton readers to vote no on measures 719 758 391 and 337 amid disputes over salmon industry control liquor influence city powers Wasco Hood River division and the initiative and referendum process The paper stresses trusting the people and voting safely no on questionable laws to protect state governance
The East Oregonian urges voters to support measures on the official ballot next Monday. It backs adding two supreme court judges, revising county courts, and funding the University of Oregon, plus several other items. It also warns against measures such as railroads issuing free passes to officials.
Prohibition sentiment runs through Umatilla County as voters debate alcohol law. Farmers and stockmen push for dry outcomes with Pilot Rock Birch Creek Hermiston Echo Helix and Weston favoring prohibition while Pendleton remains a wet stronghold. Predictions favor a countywide dry result by 250 to 400 votes, though turnout and last minute shifts could alter the outcome.
A brief note on how the public will bear costs for a project. It outlines expectations for accountability and the impact on citizens’ finances, emphasizing transparency in funding sources and use of funds.
The piece predicts H M Chke will win a large majority in Umatilla County and secure Oregon’s Senate seat. It argues Oregon remains Republican, opposing Democrats, and urges support for an armory bill and two measures No 310 and 314 at the upcoming Monday voting.
The speaker states that once the Oregon issue is resolved, the United States will enter a genuine electoral contest. It frames the outcome as contingent on the Oregon settlement and highlights a forthcoming national confrontation.
Citizens anticipate closure as the long running effort concludes. The public mood shifts toward relief and renewed optimism. Local officials acknowledge the finish and urge continued civic engagement.
In the Yakima Republic editorial the public favors stricter local option laws not out of hostility to whiskey but due to laxity in enforcing existing liquor laws. It argues the public is slow to act yet intolerant of violations, warning that “wide-open” conditions invite eventual enforcement and harsher action.
The Oregon Daily Journal reports two tiny individuals, Martina and Juan De La Cruz, claimed as the smallest living adults. Milas De La Cruz is 86, 44 pounds and 37 inches tall, while Juan is 32, weighs 47 pounds and stands 29 inches, no stockings. origins claimed Philippines Luzon not verified.
European plan with steam heat en suite rooms and bath. Large new sample room and modern conveniences including telephone fire alarms hot and cold water. First class restaurant in connection. Rates from $1.00 to $1.50. Block and half from depot near big electric sign.
Telephone and fire alarm connections for all rooms. Headquarters for traveling men. Commodious sample floors with free bus. Special rates by week or month. Excellent cuisine and prompt dining room service. Bar and billiard room in connection. Only three blocks from depot.
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