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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1909
Page
8
Nearly half an inch of rain has fallen in Pendleton over the past three days, officially measured at 0.47 inch by Weather Observer Howland. If reports hold, seeding will begin in many fields as soon as weather settles, with farmers on the reservation preparing drills and seeders amid dry seasons and a desire for more moisture.
L L Mann came back this morning from a visit of several days to Toppenish Washington and plans to begin seeding tomorrow if the weather cooperates by then.
Reno on October 21 one of the highwaymen who robbed the hotel last night was found dead in a barn near the robbery scene. The dead robber’s skull was fractured by the butt of a revolver used by a victim. The companion with the money is still being sought by police posses.
Spokane on October 21. H. P. White, manager of the picture and wallpaper departments at the Crescent store, and nephew of A. L. White of the Spokane and International railroad, fell from the fifth floor into an elevator shaft and was instantly killed. No witness to the accident.
Portland considers annexing nearby districts before next year’s census. The Realty Board at the Commercial Club discussed the plan, which would apply to areas so close that boundary lines vanish on passing from city to suburb. Subdistricts will be polled for their opinions on the annexation question.
In Houston on Oct 20 disruption divided the United Daughters of the Confederacy as rules chair L W Kline proposed ballot elections for all general officers with multiple candidates. Supporters of the secret ballot were defeated. The general election is set for Friday.
Washington October 20. Charles C. Glover president of the Rigs National Bank is charged with using a roll of bills as a weapon against a depositor who called at the bank Monday. Emito Jasselli sues for $10,000 for bodily and mental pain. The cause of the trouble remains undisclosed.
Calling cards wedding stationery and commercial printing to order are offered by East Oregonian. The service emphasizes customized print needs for individuals and local businesses with prompt turnaround and competitive pricing.
A long list of visiting and returning residents appears, featuring W. B. Hale from Eeho, Abb Ogg from Paseo, A Dodwon of Hot Lake visiting Pendleton, Herman Weinberg the sheepherder, Jett to Arlington, Joe Bergeyin of Athena, and numerous others from Umatilla and surrounding counties. The notes include business trips to Pendleton, Echo, Hermiston, and Portland, with officials and merchants mentioned among the travelers.
London oct 21 The Bank of England announced a rate increase from four to five percent to curb rising speculation and inflation of values. Germany and Belgium banks also raised their rates in a coordinated move.
Washington Oct 21 Benjamin W Barnes postmaster of the city and former executive clerk under McKinley and assistant secretary to Roosevelt died suddenly of heart failure. He had been active recently in pursuing admission to practice before the supreme court of the District of Columbia. He figured in earlier White House events involving Mrs Minor Morris sister of Representative Hall. Roosevelt appointed him postmaster about three and a half years ago amid local protests he was not a local man.
Three people including Alonso van Royer and his wife were slain in a Kansas City Kansas house. A fourth body, believed to be the suspect, was found nearby after the victims were discovered in the kitchen. Five hundred dollars and a hidden diamond ring were reported missing as authorities hunt a stranger and a possible accomplice. Sheriff Becker leads a posse in Wyandotte county search efforts.
The P A A C presents boxing at the Oregon theater tonight with a four round prelims and a ten round main event between Ed Cuff of Spokane and Dudley Evans, a club instructor. Cuff relies on hard hitting tactics to outlast Evans, while Evans relies on clever boxing and age as a factor. Daley notes Cuff's strength but predicts Evans will balance the fight.
Portland Special James J Hill will not extend the Oregon Trunk beyond the Oregon line and will confine construction to Oregon. He denied plans to reach San Francisco saying building will be done in Oregon and feeders will be added within the state. No intention to enter California.
Office or store space available for rent in the East Oregonian building on Main Street. Inquiries accepted at this office.
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