Lewis Hunter Pawnbroker Adopts Trade Policy
Lewis Hunter, pawnbroker, advertises second-hand goods bought or taken in exchange for new goods at the Old J Hasler stand.
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1907
Page
7
Lewis Hunter, pawnbroker, advertises second-hand goods bought or taken in exchange for new goods at the Old J Hasler stand.
A Yakima hotelman says meal prices will jump to 75 cents at state fair time to cover rising costs. He notes higher rent, labor, and supply prices, and plans to hire extra dining room staff while maintaining profit via higher prices. Some traders fear reduced margins despite larger crowds. Also: Deschutes River route resurvey for Oregon Trunk Line begins with 20 men under Robert Rea, aiming to file new rights of way with government land department. Route spans about 100 miles toward Madras with a maximum 1 percent grade. company has bought land near Madras and will proceed after corrected field notes and plats.
Two miners were badly injured by a blast at the Golden Star mine in Camp Carson district twenty five miles west of Baker City last Saturday. John Crist, an Eagles and Order of Foresters member, likely loses an eye or both. he was sent to Portland for care with expenses covered by the Fingles and mining company. George Perry of North Powder suffered facial injuries with stitches. rocks from the blast caused near fatal injuries to both men.
Reliable Evening Teller data show Clarkston and Vineland shipping about 100 carloads of fruit to outside points including Camas Prairie and Clearwater. Peaches comprise roughly 40 carloads with the remainder plums prunes pears and apples. From Snake River country about 100 carloads of mixed fruits reached outside markets. The figures reflect lower harvest due to scarce demand and weak prices.
The spring weather brought varied outcomes in fruit production. Prunes and plums had decent crops, apples were full, cherries were light but not a total loss, and the melon crop was profitable and average. Overall, growers benefited from many orchards.
Wire stringing for the Lewiston fire alarm system is complete for 24 boxes, with about 10 miles laid. Pipes are being installed to connect boxes to pole tops. new bell tower construction and box delivery hold completion, A E Brown supervising for Gamewell. Brown to Everett for larger system, 30 days to finish tower, then retrun to install boxes. Catarrh cure advertisement and testimonials.
A gasoline boat completed in Lewiston will run a rural schedule to upper Snake river points within two weeks or when the pilot is secured. It will operate to Pittburg landing with two trips weekly. Large ore shipments are stored at up river landings for Lewiston, and the craft may soon join a new service yet undisclosed. The upper Snake service will be maintained and the boat is expected to aid railroad contractors in supplying the upper river.
Pendleton readers are urged to consider Doan's Kidney Pills for back and kidney pains linked to cold and fatigue. A local testimonial from Mrs. D. Coffman praises relief and kidney tone after use. Also listed are real estate for sale at Alta and Aura streets and a Boise lineman’s electric burn incident.
An advertisement asserts both women and men need restful sleep for vigor and happiness. It touts Sexine Pills as a relaxing tonic that overcomes nervousness and overwork, promising renewed energy. Priced at $14 per box or six for $5, with a guarantee, through Pendleton Drug Company.
Daily trips run between Pendleton and Ukiah except Sundays. Stage departs Pendleton at 7 PM arriving Ukiah at 6 PM, return departs Ukiah at 6 PM arriving Pendleton at 6. Prices: Pendleton to Ukiah 3.00 one way, 5.00 round trip. Pendleton to Alba 3.75 one way, 6.00 round trip. Pendleton to Ridge 2.00 one way, 3.60 round trip. Pendleton to Nye 1.50 one way, 2.60 round trip. Pendleton to Pilot Rock 1.00 one way, 1.00 round trip.
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