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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1917
Page
7
A colorful health paragraph extols drinking a glass of hot water with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate each morning before breakfast. It claims cleansing the stomach, kidneys, and bowels, improving digestion, purifying the alimentary canal, boosting appetite, and brightening complexion. It urges universal adoption for all as a simple health tonic.
A local Pendicion household reports relief from back ache by using Doan's Kidney Pills. The testimonial, attributed to Mrs. Indley of Mt Alte Pendleton, claims the pills support kidney function and are recommended by many, with procurement from local dealers and Foster Milburn Co.
The piece reports that long standing socialist leaders Gartord and Simmons were expelled by party officials as internal tensions flare. A speaker notes the movement’s history and questions the viability of a national socialist program in light of disunity and conflict.
Portland May 12 Market nominal but trade slow with limited arrivals. Two loads of cattle from California overnight. hogs and sheep limited activity with prices near former levels. Sheep and lamb market quiet with no noted sales. cattle prices ranged with prime and good categories cited. Local shippers and buyers noted, trades hampered by holiday schedule.
May 14 1917 London edition headlines a Daily Telegraph dispatch on Pershing’s division deployment to France, noting American support for the President and a cautious view of German rulers. The editorial argues the German leadership bears responsibility for the conflict and urges restraint amid rising anti-German sentiment.
An old advertisement touts a health remedy called an emblem of health with a five pointed star on each pack. It promises quick relief for indigestion or constipation and claims to fulfill an ancient mission as a safeguard of hearth. It urges obtaining three tablets from a druggist, available everywhere.
Ottawa May 26. An order in council effective tomorrow makes it illegal for Canadians aged 14 to 45 to leave the country without written permission to avoid military service. Applicants must declare purpose and duration, provide descriptions and references for identity, be sponsored, and supply photographs. Violators face fines up to 2500 dollars or up to five years in prison. The measure targets evasion amid wartime duties.
Washington May 24 under the conscription act, it is illegal to sell liquor to soldiers. The rule targets those enlisted and affects civilian vendors. Penalties include up to $1000 fine or one year in prison or both. The president may issue further regulations.
Fragmented report outlines the formation of a new imperial cabinet in Abyssinia led by a young official, with claims tying to the Queen and successor lines. The account mentions figures such as Kyra Sebeyent and Mereranittenher in continental intrigues.
A Cincinnati chemist introduces a new ether compound named freezonme that rapidly dissolves corns and calluses. Apply a few drops to the afflicted area and the corn loosens and lifts away with no pain or skin irritation. Sold in small yellow-labeled bottles at drug stores for a few cents.
Notice from School District No 146 Umatilla County Oregon calls for bids to calcimine walls and ceilings of three grade school buildings. Bids due June 12 1917 at 7:20 pm. work to be completed by August 15 1837. Bids to be opened by the clerk J B Brown chairman Lot Livermore clerk. Board may reject any or all bids.
The Na tional Aid and Volunteer Dependent Fund reports receipts of 605000 for dependents of 72 men and promised weekly payments to felons aiding rebellion. Ireland and several committees contributed. New York and Australia totals listed. Also a notice for Beheel District No 12 school meeting in Pendleton Oregon on June 18 1917 to vote on a special district tax and budget for the coming year with detailed line items for salaries, repairs, library, equipment, and district expenditures.
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