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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1905
Page
8
We list white and decorated Haviland China from Justin and hand-painted Pouyat Lanternie T. Haviland and Royal Austrian sets. Large variety of hand-painted china offered at the lowest prices.
The 1847 Rogers Bros and Oneida Community plated ware lines have been placed on the market under the ownership of the producing firm. The sale affects distribution channels and branding for the heritage plated goods.
Will R King reports the hydrographic survey tied to the Milton salt dispute will be completed in January, with the force doubled by State Engineer J H Lewis. Cost now estimated at 2500 to 2000 dollars, partly funded by the state, and possible legislative action to make the state cover all expenses. Attorney General Crawford favors the state as a party, and Judge Ellis’ survey order is unlikely to be vacated.
Dr W R Campbell hatched 13 wild goose eggs found near the Columbia River and raised them with tame geese. This year his crossbreds stand erect with black on backs and wings, a striking appearance that amuses the ranch hands. Also notes pro singers G A Webb and wife visiting from Washington to assist evangelists. New Pilot Rock School House now in use, praised as similar to Pendleton in finish.
Saturday evening at six, C D Drake and Minnie Bird were married at G W Harris residence on Water Street with G W Rigby performing the ceremony.
Captain BE. R. Chrisman has joined the regiment in the Philippines after serving as a military instructor at Idaho State University in Moscow for seven years. The posting marks a return to frontline duty for a long time educator in uniform.
At a Saturday meeting of the county commissioners a dispute arose over rebating penalties and interest paid by the RB N railroad company on a property tax not involved in the tax dispute. Colonel Raley pressed for rebates and 6 percent interest, but commissioners refused, then later reached a final adjustment after consultation and a private session.
Frank Robertson, described as a dressy young man, was arrested by Sheriff T. J. Taylor on orders from Portland police chief Grits machur. Portland officials say Robertson is wanted for larceny of a dwelling committed there weeks ago. a photo aided identification. He is held in the county jail awaiting Portland officer arrival.
James Bigin, a former county resident now in Franklin city, notes rising wheat yields in Franklin County and increasing land prices. He recalls faith in the wheat land there and regrets not moving earlier. A county seal contest favors Connell over Pasco for securing the county seal. Elgin plans to return home next week.
Miss Anna Shaw, president of the national association, and Corrie Chapman Catt, president of the active workers of the International, are among speakers planned to address the Oregon compaign efforts.
A pitiable appeal reaches the East Oregonian from Union county hospital about George Lee, once of Kamela, now confined and blind. He is about 40, industrious, with wood trade history, and asks for information leading to a life of independence without burdening the county or becoming a beggar. Local notices list weekly meetings and religious events through Saturday, while Rev. Robert Warner of Thompson Street M E church suffers facial paralysis and cannot preach.
F Bramwell field superintendent reports Eeho area beet crop gathering by about 60 Japanese workers on a 200 acre plot. Sugar content runs 17 to 20 percent. overall beet yield light due to late planting.
Reports from Athena indicate Mosgrove Brown proprietors of the Athena Mercantile company plan to retire from business. Their Helix store was destroyed by fire a week or more ago, followed by substantial losses.
The Commercial Association board adopted a rule at a special meeting barring boys under a certain age from all games except those in the gymnasium. Previously, younger members used billiard tables and card games, but these activities are now forbidden. Boys may attend and join contests there, but cannot play cards billiards or pool.
Miss Mary N. Chace, a national organizer of the American Woman's Suffrage Association, arrived in the city to speed signatures for the suffrage amendment petition. Western Oregon petitions pour in as organizers plan to deploy workers and press large petitions from city and county. The Oregon association believes the amendment will carry at the June referendum.
K Kerbaugh formerly of thin city and ex Oregon Daily Journal advertising staff has joined Sampson in Fortland Pacific Agency after purchasing an interest. The agency handles general agency and commission order business across Oregon Washington California Idaho Utah Montana.
Dr W R Campbell will finish ling 506 acres of summer fallow at Cold Spring wheat farm next week and seeding in the district will end soon. Acreage seeded this year matches last year as conditions favor a strong fall start and a good winter. Birth announcements: Kennedy family in Pendleton, Corley family in Horn, Neal family in Wild Horse report a daughter and a son respectively.
Umatilla Indians previously absent during the summer have returned in large numbers. Attendance at the agency school is rapidly increasing as the community reassembles on the reservation.
An advertising notice touts Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as relief for heartburn bloating headaches cramps and vomiting. It claims to strengthen digestive organs and prevent chronic dyspepsia with a bottle for sale through all druggists and dealers.
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