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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1904
Page
2
A playful note asks readers if finding the right coffee brings satisfaction or a grim mood. It contrasts good coffee making the world seem bright with bad coffee leaving a sour feeling, framing coffee as a simple measure of daily mood.
Roy Briggs, cattle interests in Page County, arrives after touring California and the Sound country. He finds Umatilla County best among coast states, with the Upper Willamette valley as a close climate rival, though industrial progress there is slow. An old friend, Orrow Miller of Coeur d'Alene, will meet him tomorrow and they plan to inspect the Palouse country before Briggs heads east.
J B Sayley arrives with EK Turk from Hamilton to Rowr valley to collect a large band of cattle. They will drive the herd to the Butter Creek ranches for feeding this spring market.
The hospital fair at the new Bowman building drew a dense crowd of friends and visitors last night. Attendees reported it was nearly impossible to move through the crowds as the event showcased hospital activities and engaged the community.
The display of goods by Aid Useful design is attractive and complete but the immense crowd, especially children, prompts the Sisters of St. Francis to restrict unaccompanied minors tonight. A ten cent admission is charged to curb sightseers and ensure orderly access as the fair continues through the week.
The official Oregon ticket lists 20 presidential electors, four per party, for the upcoming election. Republicans: G B Dimmick Clackamas James A Fee Umatilla J N Hart Polk A Hough Josephine. Democrats: T A Crawford Union Columbia W B Emilard Columbia W Buasniton Douglas J A Jeffrey Marion. Socialists: O W Barnee Wasco William Heard Clackamas J C Herrington Multnomah SH Holt Jackson. Prohibitionists: J B H Amon Multnomah Leslie Butler Warren W P Birmer Linn Multnomah T S McDutiless Multnomah. Peoples Party: J L Hill Linn H McMahan Marion FP S Phelpe Malheur G F Schmitten Jackson.
George D. Peebler, summoned to Portland on a bench warrant for contempt of court, died while the hearing awaited. The delay in delivery of the summons to Kewanee caused the postponement, with a personal court representative delivering the notice.
L A Vowel notes a persistent shortage of heavy horses despite demand. O H Holcomb, Seattle buyer, travels weekly seeking strong teams but finds only one. He purchases a team from W McAdam for 400 dollars, yet they do not meet the desired weight or grade.
Land Agent Hore and J E Alexander special agent for La Grande land office are in Pendleton. Alexander notes a great deal of activity in the government land office with many filings and scouts being received daily. Alexander’s exact purpose in Pendleton is unclear after an absence from La Grande of over a week.
A. L. Cool, newly settled near Milton two years ago, arrived this morning to conduct business in Albina and Mil ton. He plans to visit the county later, and is settled in Albina where he works as a drayman and owns a small suburb plot used for truck farming.
Walter E. Stout and Miss Jens Halcom, both of Pilot Rock, were married last night by Rev. W. L. Van Nuys at his home. The couple will reside in Pendleton in the near future.
Tonight a refined concert features Helen Webb Maraton with the Misses Praker and Latourette at the Christian church. The program promises harmonious solos and ensemble pieces in a village event expected to draw local music lovers.
A garbled advertisement asserts millions are lost yearly by not using Schilling's Best baking powder and claims no other product offers a gain. The message mentions greeter and memory back in a nonsensical way.
City council hears 20 Pendleton residents petitioning to abate a carpet cleaning operation described as an excruciating nerve jangling, dust-filled nuisance. Council forwards to street committee with power to act. Also notes payroll, local salaries, and a community entertainment fund effort featuring notable Mitlchvian performers.
Seymour Swauger was killed when a train struck him near Bingham Saturday while he carried bundles home for his family. He had bought four palm of wheat for his children the night before and spoke of the cold weather as he left. none of the bundles have been recovered. His elderly mother, who already endured the suicide of her husband and the loss of her eldest son, faces the aftermath with heartbreak.
James A Baddeley files in circuit court to compel heirs of Mary E Baddeley to relinquish claims on the old Baddeley Hartman farm near Weston. The suit says the property was conveyed to Mary Eley for life, she died intestate recently leaving heirs James F Baddeley Joseph C Baddeley and Bertie B Baddeley.
D K and N claim agent Major D E Hall of the O R N is in Pendleton on business. He said he had about two hours in town and must stay 24 hours. He commented that more trains would help and suggested a special train. Major Hall is well known in Pendleton and frequently travels on department business.
The women of the Christian church will stage a musical entertainment tonight at the church to raise funds for furnishing the Sunday school. Proceeds go toward church needs and community fellowship.
The Keith company presented a dramatization of Captain Imp tence themed about the Mexican war at Frazer last night. Despite overdrawn scenes and some missteps, clever acting by Tel Lawrence Dorothy Fairfax Gerter Howard and Madeline Lawrence carried the performance. The troupe remains in Pendleton the rest of the week with Sime of the Mies on the bill tonight.
James Markham of Gardanete visits and reports dire conditions for livestock in his country. He notes cattle prices dissatisfaction among cattle men, contrasting with sheep prospects, and says cattle are not yet ready for market. They warn of a hard winter and better results if cattle could be kept until spring.
A sale at the Moor Of Peoples Warehouse offers reduced prices on everything in the art department on Friday and Saturday. The more you buy, the more you save, with expanded reductions on items including delicate works by Mail Ann Snibley Heke.
Vive Cossele Pron Missonel and Herman Cosel arrive in Prunkil Mile Missouri after a win over Pendleton and Victuny. They plan to establish themselves in the northern county and Kelda region, representing a four member group with one partner named Mek Smith. The traveling committee will arrive during the winter to pursue Corwin-related racing and local business ventures.
Jon Combes of John Day drives 600 fat cattle toward Penden for shipment to Frye-Bruhnto. The lot is described as a very fine herd of beeves, ready for travel.
Don Curlas H Brownel of Uru Ulla and Mine Doel C Graybeal of Kameli wed in a ceremony conducted by Rev Webb in Von Nuys. The Brownells plan to reside at Untill.
A high class musical entertainment is planned at the Christian church this evening. Local Hull fishermen claim the Baltic admiral, angered by recent events, was intoxicated and fired a flare from his vessel, prompting concern among crew members.
A fragment warns readers that colds can be dangerous in uncommon cases and urges cautious self care. It discusses warning signs and favors a folk remedy, citing a familiar patent pill and home treatment as safer options. The text also mentions various brands and remedies in a cautionary tone.
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