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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1905
Page
8
Mixed reading from a fragment notes strong Christmas trade with frosty nights and favorable prices for wheat and wool. Describes a cheerful, bustling mood and hints at more details to come later.
A local shop promoting itself as the citys only exclusive crockery and glass dealer. It states it buys directly from European and American manufacturers to save customers money and offers a square deal to all.
A quirky listing notes a doll like option and a boys tool chest offered at a hand finished price. The unusual 0 cent purchase detail hints at a novelty sale or promotional item from the Owl Tea House era.
Pacific States Telephone staff started work yesterday on a Pendleton to Umatilla to Portland line with about 20 workers camping below the city. The company aims to complete by December 15, adding underground wiring in Pendleton and eliminating most aerial lines from Garden Street to Sewell Hill.
Mary Hollywood of Lewiston Idaho acts as organizer for Woodcraft. The report notes her role with the local chapter of the organization and outlines her leadership duties and community activities.
The Women of Woodcraft departed for Spokane this morning for an organized tour following a conference with Grand Guardian Mrs. C. Van Ors dali. Mrs. Hollywood is noted as past grand outer guard and a capable, engaged worker.
In police court this morning there was steady business with several cases. William Pennell fined 165 dollars for fighting. Charles Switzler and William Pipes jailed for being drunk in public. C S and Whitworth paid 10 dollars for disorderly conduct. Frank Moore jailed three days for vagrancy.
The Statesman reports a boycott by private contractors on brick from the Walla Walla penitentiary creating a revenue crisis for the prison and state board of control. Two million brick sit in the yard valued at about 1a Moe, with officials saying disposal is crucial as new buildings and guard quarters are needed and convicts continue to arrive.
Pendleton stores will close at 5 PM Saturday to allow employees to attend the reception for the Woodmen of the World head consul at the Christian church. A literary and musical program will be presented and the public is invited.
Local market notes show Bluestem at 64 cents and wheat at 62 cents. No major price drop from recent Chtewee market activity, Bluestem now quoted at 44 vente.
This morning the county commissioners held a meeting with three members present. The session focused on routine matters and new business has not yet been brought before the board.
Marriage licenses have been issued to H. C. Norwood and Evelyn M. Clark, T. J. Price and Gincia E K. Burnette, and Ralph May and Lillie Hee Rosenkranz.
Judge Ellis sentenced Jack Shaffer to an indeterminate term of one year for store larceny with possible extension for good behavior and potential pardon. Ireland and Kelley faced indictments and asked a few days before sentencing, with arrangements for suspending sentences on condition they abandon club work. Local reform leaders favor suspended sentences to deter future club activity.
Helen Proctor a survivor of the 1871 Chicago Fire died at 10 last night at her daughter 625 Everett street after weeks of illness. Age 74 born in Glasgow widow of Lucius Proctor she lived in Oregon about 20 years and Chicago during the fire losing nearly all. She was connected to Senator Proctor of Vermont and the patronomer of that name. Survived by her daughter a well known stenographer of this city, Proctor leaves no other living relatives.
The Pendleton Woodmen of the World camp plans a public reception for Head Consul Bank of the Order next Saturday evening at First Christian church. The event includes the entire musical and literary program published in the East Oregonian some days ago. Camp meets at 7 pm to finish business by 8 pm when the reception starts.
The athletic board and Physical Director Wilson announced in East Crescent that ladies, not students, may attend gym classes at the Commercial Association gymnasium. Wilson will be at the gym on Thursday and Friday 11 to 12 and Saturday 1 30 to 3 for information on organizing the ladies classes. Plans suggest two or three classes if needed.
The Sunday school institute gathers Saturday and Sunday with most churches canceling evening services to attend. Rev. W. Merritt, Washington field missionary, will lecture as chief outside speaker. The schedule includes devotional Bible study, reports, round tables, and multiple addresses by Merritt and other pastors, plus songs and special music.
Dr RO Varies will lead a two‑party Arctic expedition starting in Seattle next January. The group aims to reach the pole via the Bering Strait and Grant Land, establishing a supply station, then traveling about 700 miles to the pole in roughly 136 days. Jules Marion and Eli Verreau are chosen as lead mushers from the Klondike.
Walla Walla and Pendleton high schools finalize a Friday afternoon football game in Walla Walla. After a cautious start following Whitman Pendleton, the Walla Walla team shows confidence and aims to rebound from last Saturday’s loss. The 2:40 pm kickoff is set to feature a competitive clash.
Seventy people moved from the main line of the O R & N to the Spokane branch yesterday, aiding the Spokane home service effort as the bulk of the transfers toward the present time.
Mr William Mors of La Grande underwent tumor surgery at St Anthony’s Hospital today and is reported in improving condition. A note on the day’s news mentions a sharp shortage of freight cars in Ontario and Quebec provinces.
The ad extols Hostetter's as a superior remedy with a twelve year cure record. It claims many people with weak stomachs or constipated bowels benefit by taking it.
An advertisement proclaims Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as the cure for indigestion dyspepsia seasborn cramps and poor appetite. The copy urges trying a bottle to be convinced of its effectiveness.
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