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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1911
Page
4
An old partial newspaper fragment from Portland Oregon mentions the Southwest News, a list of names, and an entry noting mailing, postal, and publication details. The legible bits reference public notices and the local press operation with unclear dates and specifics.
Readers argue for better city leadership to fix electric and gas costs and improve street lighting. They cite the Electric Trust with overhead wires, unsafe poles, and costly night poles, contrasting Pendleton with Walla Walla where poles are buried. The piece urges swift mayoral action to correct injustice and restore safe, reliable service.
The ad touts Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a pleasant cleansing laxative ideal for ladies and kids. It claims strong, reliable, gentle action, praises its widespread use, warns against imitations, and urges buying only from California Fig Co. agents with a price of 50 cents per bottle.
The fragment discusses concerns about political abuses and sincerity in improvements, questioning potential fear of impact from new developments. It references Pendleton, a uranium plant, and a telephone project, noting financial figures and a central campaign effort.
Western Land and Irrigation Co. project owner Cleaver argues irrigation of the Amistatill recreation will boost river flows and aid the West End, noting government projects have increased summer flow on the Tlmulita river. Carlvor and John McCourt exchange letters on water rights and the Indians versus extension plans, while the U.S. Attorney in Oregon emphasizes removing misperceptions about title questions.
Analysis notes that Monday elections show growing progressive strength and a rebuke to party machines. Massachusetts backed a Democratic governor despite opposition from Republicans, while New Jersey elected the Legislature amid attempts to label Wilson as presidential material. Overall, progressives gained momentum with Woodrow Wilson seen as strengthened for a 1912 bid, though the exact party alignment remains unsettled.
The speaker suggests a two round process where the top two vote getters face off after a primary. This plan aims to increase competition in politics and broader public life, arguing it would sharpen debate and choice.
Residents urge proper use of the depot area with parking nearby and clean grounds. They note the depot grounds form Pendleton's front door and hope grass improves appearance over dust and weeds.
The piece questions state action on water rights for Indians despite a potential $520,000 sum. It argues that guardianship is unnecessary and warns against government overreach in tribal resource control.
The text describes Kilian arriving in peg top trousers and silk hosiery, entering a literary room where his father William reads. The father reacts with misgivings as the son greets him and the scene unfolds with a mix of formal address and rustic tones. A later line mentions Arica seeking the president's London, and a promise of a recall for judges.
A testimonial advertisement for a skin remedy claims DD DD Dolognees BD D D D D cleanses the skin, relieves itching and pimples, and clears minor impurities overnight. It urges readers to secure a trial bottle from Taliman Drug Co, promising a household solution for troublesome skin issues.
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