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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1907
Page
2
Pendleton store heralds its 21st anniversary with a full stock of men’s and boys’ clothing and furnishings at heavy discounts. Suits across price points drop from 7.50 to 25.50, while boys and children’s wear see reductions up to 50 percent and other items 10 to 25 percent.
The store touts a wide shirt selection for fall listing corduroy mohair cassimere flannel oxford and other shirts in dark and light colors. It prices work shirts at 50c rising to 75c for shirts, with any style shirts at 1.00 1.25 or 1.50.
New hat blocks arrive featuring stiff and soft hats. Prices range from two dollars to five dollars, with the catalog noting price increases for certain models. Readily available options include styles priced at two fifty three and five dollars.
As cooler mornings and evenings arrive, stock up on warm underwear in cotton, wool, lisle, linen and silk. Great sale on a full range of styles.
Oregon correspondent censured for misstatements as Rev Varney clarifies the Baker City situation. Letter from Pastor Varney argues District Attorney Lomax stood with Brown, insists law enforcement and integrity, while The Oregonian notes Varney’s account and questions enforcement of state laws in Baker City.
The girls in the domestic science department at Washington State College are collecting and preserving fruits from the experimental farm to raise funds for equipment.
Bank fund withdrawals ignite a surge in burglaries across New York as criminals exploit financial turmoil. Police report multiple break-ins targeting banks and nearby businesses, with authorities urging vigilance and community cooperation. Investigations are underway to identify suspects and secure affected sites.
Bureau bulletins compare 1906 against 1905 showing wages per hour up 4.5 percent, hours per week down 0.6 percent, and employment up 3.0 percent. Western states show higher wages and lower food prices, while North Central regions report higher food costs. Meat, dairy, and produce prices rose notably from 1905 to 1906, with beef, butter, eggs, and pork among the increases. Names of several cities and individuals are listed in the report.
A long list of hotel arrivals includes A. M. Traps in Denver EB. H. Mose in Chicago L. E. Kellogg in Portland Co F. Whaley Sopacel Allen J. Olson Wallace E. L. Williams Portland T. J. Schoff Portland 8. O. Markham Portland H. L. Felton Cincinnati R. N. Lincoln La Grande H. P. Gwin Walla Walla J. W. Watson Portland Jd. W. Shannon and wife Spokane C. W. Tennes Portland J. A. Allen Portland Harry R. Burke Hermiston Joe Bulley Freewater J. B. Saward Seattle W. H. Switsler Umatilla Guy L. Richardson Portland J. Bellows Ed D. Bradley North Valley Harry A. Roble Nory H. Tt. Boult hard North Valley C. Heneet Philadelphia T. C. 8S. Smith Kansas City D. T. Marler Portland 7. F. Mc Naught Hermiston A. G. Ogtilve Portland Gua Frenchman San Francisco Mack Williams New York R. D. Vansland Seattle T. D. Houfft Portland G. B. Packard Seattle bh Lively Morrison F. L. Finklen Portland J. P. Rogers and wife La Crande W. E. Stull Portland W. B. Waters Portland
The article describes delicate engraving of Easter eggs in South America, noting precise tools and the beauty of sunken lines on smooth shells. On the first day of spring eggs are exhibited in shops of all sizes, with a popular design featuring a South American map, two clasped hands, a liberty cap, and a rising sun.
A wife and husband discuss a mysterious caller. The husband reveals he told Mia the wife’s club address, suggesting ongoing secrecy about meetings. The exchange hints at intrigue surrounding a visit by Mia.
A humorous exchange at London Mall shows a polite yet obsequious shopman trying to upsell boots to an elderly customer who jokes about being near death. The banter highlights shop etiquette and old‑fashioned consumer flair in a brief urban scene.
A society devotee asks about family entertaining this season. Mr umrex responds that the season’s gaiety amuses him yet others take it seriously, noting “nother and the girly teem” as part of the local chatter.
A five year note for eight hundred dollars bearing per cent interest paid annually. Secured by a mortgage on real estate valued at sixteen hundred dollars. Inquiries at Wonder store Pend, East Oregonian.
A long list of individuals and places appears, including L. C. Hil from St. Louis Geo Hampton Fairview W. H. Surtsie from Umatilla C Cousins Nampa Mrs G W Wize Pasco C G Jones Kent TD Hunt Portland Wilbert Starbuck John D. Smith Portland TPP Mc Coy La Grande W J Collings Port land Sam Lee Portland R W Johnson Fairview Farm RB V Thomas Hermiston H C Branstetter city J G Bird City Miss Nellie Porter Hermiston G W Hansell Athena.
A short consumer notice states no poor tea will be in packages bearing the Schililog's Best name. If found, customers should return the product and grocer to receive a refund.
A brief note includes the line Everybody Works But Mother and a call to contact an office for particulars about a gas related cooking query.
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