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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1909
Page
3
Mrs Wyniah, 70, of Pittsfield Maine, broke ple making records by producing seventy two ples of many varieties including custard apple coconut prune raisin aquash chocolate blueberry and lemon finishing by noon. She also details grape wine plum preserve and tips for preserving plums, while neighbors praise her busy days and strong mind and body.
A historical note contrasts thumbscrews used for torture with a modern fad in Europe that aims to sculpt finger tips into longer appearance by squeezing them, marking a dangerous return of a torture-inspired method in a beauty trend.
Instructions describe altering an expensive umbrella handle by removing the old rod, filling the handle with powder and sulphur, heating to fuse the contents, and then inserting a heated rod into a hole to fuse the sulphur. The cooled rod is claimed to fasten bars into stone, iron, or wood.
A discussion notes that a single hair can support about 6 1 4 ounces, with about 40 000 hairs on a head. It cites a woman’s hair having over five tons of tensile strength, boosted by twisting. Ancient peoples reportedly used hair for cords in Roman catapults and Carthaginian women allegedly offered their hair during sieges.
A historic English receipt suggests combining best English mustard one tablespoonful sweet almonds one tablespoonful and lemon juice to form a thick plaster for the face. Apply thinly away from eyes and leave until it forms a crust then wash away to shed tan and freckles. St Vichy water applied night and morning is also noted as effective.
A compact social observation notes that a short woman can exert a sharper influence on men, easing tension in company and avoiding crowding spaces. It claims such women can perform flirtation with greater grace, coax and pout, and move gracefully in public spaces, contrasting with taller women.
Instructions on cooking pears until tender before adding sugar, plus tips for sugar root for flavor. Advice on sterilizing jar tops, using new rubbers, and proper canning of apples, tomatoes, and peaches. Emphasizes thorough cooking, careful washing, and light handling to keep produce fresh and safe.
A Montgomery Rollins article argues that married women face financial barriers due to customs and lack of financial literacy. It advocates a basic course in simple finance and investments in public schools to protect families and inheritances, noting success depends on better money management education.
Athena Ore October 4 report notes many tons of timothy hay hauled into town for shipment over the Northern Pacific destined for Alaska and other points. Automobiles from Adams head to Walla Walla Fair. A L Swaggart ships nine fine hogs for exhibition. Walter McCormmach carries a trans continental messenger toward Walla Walla. Athenians return from Pendleton Fair and others depart for Walla Walla. Cave Ferris ranch near Athena bought by Marvel Watts.
Adams Oregon notes report Rena Green, once a leading farmer, underwent appendicitis surgery in Walla Walla and was recovering. Guests include A Myrick of Helix with Burtons, J Adams with G Hartman of Pendleton, Lola and Gwendolen Rogers visiting L L Rogers, F Blake visiting Pendleton, and Thelma Hale with her mother visiting the Pendleton fair.
The ad notes health claims for Dr King s New Life Pills and praises their effect on brain and body. It mentions users including J A Harmon of Sizemore West Virginia and lists Tallman & Co s in Tallman Co s shop as the seller for 25 cents.
A fashionable Utica wedding linked Eleanor Miller, a young society leader, to Richard A. Sherman, son of Vice President James 8. Sherman. Distinguished guests attended and gifts included one from President Taft and his wife.
Louis Boon of Norway Michigan reports Foley's Honey and Tar cured his boy’s severe cough and a neighbor’s boy, who doctors had given up on. Koeppen Bros endorse the remedy as safe and certain in results.
The Waterloo museum with Napoleonic relics is offered for sale today in Brussels. A bid of 335000 from an unnamed Belgian is expected to be accepted. Foley's Honey and Tar promises to clear air passages soothe throats and relieve coughs.
Hays and Finney offer to clean and press your suit or dress. Call Main 198.
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