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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1909
Page
4
The Pendleton Daily East Oregonian lists subscription and mailing rates for daily and semi weekly editions. It notes carriers and mail options, mentions cities and offices including Oregon and Washington addresses, and provides publication office details and press association membership.
A Haxt Oregon paper reports a proposed third party to push regulated saloons if county votes wet. The plan envisions halving saloon numbers, removing back rooms, tightening safeguards for minors and habitual drinkers, and heavy licenses to deter violations. Prohibitionists may oppose, but the effort aims to ensure orderly regulation.
A man and wife, separated after living together for three years, admitted their marriage was a trial arrangement entered into under contract for that period. The Spokesman-Review notes such trial marriages are common in these cases.
The author contends that unions formed without confidence in long companionship falter as natural inclinations diverge. Women may develop real attachment, while men often grow aversion. Risks to abused women, youth loss, and child welfare are discussed, with scant regard for children and a nod to Plato’s collective upbringing ideal.
The chief argument against the proposal for a few closely regulated saloons is that laws would not be enforced. Critics note saloons before prohibition were poorly regulated, a factor in the county going dry. Local people insist proper regulation to avoid another county-wide vote against the liquor business.
BR W Fuller of 24 North Main Street Los Angeles writes that years of natarrh affected smell hearing and sight. After spending much on doctors and remedies Purina liniment relieved symptoms and cleared the issue as he regained health and vigor.
The Aeronautic Society of New York leads a rush to heavier than air flight near New York City. Dozens of machines, some by scientists, others by hobbyists, fill abandoned docks as crews from doctors to engineers chase the dream. Two early trials end in wrecks, yet inventors persist, insisting birds cannot be copied. Many stories of ambition accompany reports of smoky lamps and men chasing flight.
The final championship game between Detroit and Pittsburg drew global attention as telegraph wires cables and wireless stations awaited news. Baseball is portrayed as a great American game driving national interest and pride.
Pendleton high school football defeated a heavier Walla Walla team in a season opener. The Pendleton players showed grit and speed, beating the opponent despite being less experienced. The victory sets up a bid to win the championship again.
A fragmentary line envisions the Spanish monarchy toppling and the people building a republic atop the ruins. It suggests a drastic shift in government following the monarchy's collapse.
A crowded street car scene ends with a young strong woman forcing an old gentleman to stay seated arguing she can stand. At a later stop he tries to exit but she resists, finally hoping to leave and walk back.
The verse portrays a playful duel between Dr. Cook and Peary over the pole claim. It lampoons competing claims and the polar expedition lore with rhymes about brass tubes and stubborn rivals. The poem notes the sunless polar night and the dancing polar bear, in a light humorous tone.
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