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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1910
Page
4
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The East Oregonian urges Matilla County and eastern Oregon to unite for Judge Dimick in the gubernatorial race. Dimick, former two term Oregon City mayor and Clackamas county judge, is portrayed as clean, capable and best able to defeat Bowerman with united direct primary support. Abraham and Hofer are viewed as weak, with Hofer aided by assembly papers but not a serious threat.
Mary forces appear poised for easy nomination and victory as support coalesces around her candidacy. Political allies forecast strong turnout and broad appeal across key districts, signaling a smooth path to the ticket.
Gifford Pinchot addressed the St Paul conservation congress arguing conservation evolved from noncontroversial beginnings to direct challenges against privilege. He warned power grabbers and coal and timber interests oppose Pinchotism, which he says protects the public from syndicates seeking water power and timber resources.
A professor and student debate why men smoke tobacco, suggesting human spontaneity, habit, and social factors. They compare onions, odors, and tribal origins, noting smoking as a pastime and source of activity rather than a fixed logic. The exchange ends with the professor blowing a smoke ring.
A Maryland man recalls encounters with illiteracy while traveling the eastern shore. A storeowner who could not read misreads a customer’s debt, mistaking a cheese for a grindstone due to a hidden dot. A separate incident notes a hotel guest threatening suicide, the friend doubting the man's resolve.
Settlement fronts show land selling from 100 to 209 or 300 dollars per acre with a 60 dollar per acre reclamation fee to the government. Confidence grows that values will double or triple in years as Hermiston valley produces fruit and farms modernize. Officials may extend the Umatilla project despite reclamation costs if payments stay feasible.
Roosevelt would not attend a Chicago banquet if Senator Lorimer showed up, citing evidence that Lorimer’s election was secured by bribery of legislators. The colonel is described as rough and ready and a good mixer, yet some men he will not travel with.
An attorney addresses a jury on behalf of a prisoner arguing that witnesses claim a firing and a fatal shot occurred. He questions whether any evidence verifies that the bullet struck Pete Jackson, urging the court to demand proof beyond witness statements.
In a humorous exchange a Vanderbilt figure quips about paying for laundry while noting an announced performance of Romeo and Juliet. He jokes about being unable to play Romeo with a beard and suggests billing the same show as Othello to fit the situation.
A small stock company actor asks his manager for shaving money. The manager responds with a sharp retort suggesting the actor should manage expectations and work harder.
The piece argues future progress hinges on more land irrigation, to be undertaken by both government and private sectors. It urges those unregistered to act now with registration closing for the primary election on Wednesday. It notes Pendleton schools open Monday and warns parents to prepare children for the school term.
Two terriers frolic near a stage door as a bloodhound ambles out. The white terrier jokes Clarence won’t notice him due to Uncle Tom's Cabin. Mr. Fly comes home drunk. Mrs. Fix scolds him and vows to fly back to mother. He admits he fell into a glass of beer.
The conservation congress refused to stand for the work of those who would block effective conservation, signaling a firm stance against obstruction and urging continued action for preservation efforts.
A big crowd of red blooded residents is expected for the district fall Round-Up. Organizers anticipate strong turnout as community events and activities draw attendees to the venue. The event combines traditional rodeo and fair elements promising lively demonstrations and local entertainment.
Many towns now paving streets, Pendleton did that years ago, setting a long held example. The note highlights how early adoption shaped local improvements and civic progress.
A man drops into a cheap restaurant and asks for bird's nest soup. The waiter apologizes and offers to heat the water the goldfish swim in instead, in a silly, brisk exchange.
A brief public notice urges Mr. Bay Vater to register, stating it is his duty to visit the courthouse to complete the registration.
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