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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1905
Page
8
We are ready to show chalice selections in Haviland, Japanese and German china. Jose has arrived, come now to make your selections before the holiday rush. For a small payment we will say ex insurance for you and wanted.
A small shipment of Delft China from an old Dutch art ware maker arrives with smooth finish and exquisite views. The notice extols the pieces as eye catching and desirable.
J. M. Raulstone says about 59 white people and around 1000 natives occupy the newly formed Mexican city, with two villages near Jalisco. He plans a trip to Adams to visit relatives, awaits word from partner H. E. Bickers in San Francisco on future plans, and recalls discussions of an ice plant. He notes moderate climate and low summer temperatures, and low natives’ morals but potential wealth for capital holders. His wife later sought his help locating him after months without news.
A correction states Head Consul Boak will visit Pendleton on Saturday November 4 not the upcoming Saturday. Earlier notice claimed stores would close that night for a church meeting honoring him, but the event is scheduled two weeks later on November 4.
Through Marah Coffman the search for Cornelius Reagan advances. La Grande authorities report a man matching Reagan’s description working there. If confirmed, efforts will move to bring him back to his Maine family. Reagan had worked for C B Wade as a horseman years ago and left home last May.
In a note on household needs a fresh supply list emphasizes bathroom upgrades with Toilet Ammonia Sea Salts Brushes Sponges Soaps Powders Towels and other indispensable items. The message frames a well furnished bathroom as the centerpiece of a thriving household.
Notices from Tallman Co Brock & McComas Co Koepffen Bros F Donaldson announce earlier closing from Oct 23 1905 to May 4 1908 except Saturdays with extended hours during holidays Christmas shoppers and reduced hours Thanksgiving Christmas New Year. Dispatch from Pullman notes Washington State College line weights average 183 pounds per man. Fred Lockley returns to work after seven weeks home convalescence. funeral held for Grant Irvine aged year old from diphtheria. private Interment at Olney cemetery.
The O R and N telegraph office at Mission burned in an accidental morning blaze near Rossland British Columbia. Mrs Belle Emick, about 27, died from injuries after a dust storm and wreck when a team fell from an embankment near Newland. Her body was moved to Pilot Rock for burial beside her father Francis Mulkey as a funeral was held yesterday. Surviving are husband and three sisters Mesdames Fred and James Hascall of Pilot Rock and Miss Helen Mulkey of Pendleton.
At the county commissioners meeting today the O K N railroad compromise offer was formally rejected. The proposal had sought a $10,000 per mile assessment plus back taxes, with withdrawal of penalties and interest. Commissioners objected to losing interest and penalties and the company may renew with a higher offer or file suit to challenge the assessment. The board included County Judge Bean and Commissioners Walker and Gilliland.
Pendleton discusses the visit of Walter Lyons of Independence to inspect Umatilla County attractions. Lyons, longtime adviser to former Gov Geer, arrived from the Willamette Valley paper world and is expected to linger a few days. Local talk centers on whether his visit signals a run for Oregon governor or senator, with Lyons noted as a close confidant of Geer and a figure in regional politics. He tours the Umatilla reservation and enjoys the season’s displays while hop markets face prices, attracting attention from local politicians and press.
A vintage advertisement claims dandruff and hair loss stem from a germ. It promises cure by killing the germ with Newbro's Herpicide, asserting only by removing the cause can healthy growth resume. Sold by Koeppen & Bros., Detroit agents.
In police court this morning seven prisoners filled the scene signaling renewed activity. Skipper Hicks and Al Rudd faced disorderly conduct charges from a Baker and Garrison saloon fight. Hicks pleaded guilty and paid a $15 fine. Rudd refused to plead and his case was set for 2 PM. The other prisoners were held.
Two men from Whom were accused of being drunk on the wire, with witnesses noting disorderly behavior and the usual breaches of decorum. The case centers on intoxication while on a city utility line, prompting local officials to review incident details.
This afternoon C P Davis appeared in circuit court to post a 4200 bond named by Judge Elis as proceedings diverged. Some bond details remained unsettled up to 3 oclock with Charter Cunningham signing for 2000 and Mr Dawns for 600, the rest covered by others. A demurrer to the indictment was postponed as defense planned to argue it but was not ready. The motion was adjourned to allow further preparation. Forty one deaths, marriages and 103 births were recorded in Walla County for July August and September in the latest vital statistics compiled by Auditor Honeycutt and to be sent to the state health board.
The Hirtman Abstract Company today received certificates of membership in the American Real Estate Brokers Association, a leading faction of the Tarnent General associations in the world, enabling contact with real estate sellers and buyers across the United States.
Superintendent Dew describes the Ninth Circuit ruling as a severe blow to Nez Perce people on the New Perce Reservation Idaho. The decision upholds white man access to the lands and negates an anti liquor clause. Dew warns of a breach of faith and fear for future allotments.
Reen Pickering, chairman of the county commissioners, discusses granting licenses for saloons at Princeton and other points along the Washington Idaho Monona railroad right of way. The board has not decided its course, while Potlatch Lumber protests liquor licenses within five miles of the rail line.
Construction work on the Columbia River north bank into Portland faces delays as contractors purchase a large bond block and erect supply depots along the Great Northern and Northern Pacific lines.
Lieutenant Commander Halstead of the Nagship Chicago testified all morning in the Young court martial. He examined the Bennington at San Diego as an expert witness for the defense, laying groundwork for future testimony, with no new developments reported.
Chicago on October 19 reports wheat at 8 1/4 cents, corn at 4 1/2 cents, oats at 2 3/4 cents. Market notes reflect price levels and latest trading figures from the nation’s leading wheat center.
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