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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1907
Page
4
Independent newspaper in Pendleton East Quebec publishing rates and office details. Lists daily and weekly subscription prices, mailing options, and contact addresses in Washington and Pendleton. Includes wire service and Scripps News Association membership and postal filing note.
In a heated critique, the writer mocks politicians for wriggling against the direct primary law and claims farmers gain independence under it. The piece asserts farmers vote freely, deny machine influence, and scorns politicians’ calls to repeal protections like initiative and referendum. The era of political machine control is said to end.
In a small Wisconsin town three city council members were convicted of stealing $600 from the city treasury. They manipulated a street roller purchase for an agent’s gain, with $400 bribes split among them. The trial exposed a broader pattern of graft involving the selling company. The piece ends with harsh, cautionary reflections on the families and neighbors affected by the corruption.
A fragment argues against a bribe of 200 to 2000 units, claiming it would corrupt hands and shorten life, questioning whether the taint on one’s children is worth the price. The line frames a grim ethical choice about short-sighted gain versus lasting reputational harm.
The article discusses hypnotism revealing hidden faculties of the mind. It argues the mind can display thoughts, language, and knowledge not shown normally, suggesting a subterranean wealth accessible through inner vision and spiritual insight. It urges developing mental powers for noble uses.
A historic meditation on universal peace as a biblical ideal. The piece cites promises of harmony across ages, invoking Isaiah and a vision where predators and prey live in peace, the meek inherit the earth, and knowledge of the Lord covers the earth.
Harrison Parkman known as the father of alfalfa in the United States has died. He introduced the first seed from South America, transforming arid land into fertile, irrigated fields. His impact on Oregon’s Umatilla county and the irrigation west is celebrated as monumental, though he passed away unnoticed.
Fragmentary discussion argues heredity shapes criminal and mental traits and stresses improving environments for mothers. Mentions Pendiston and a school tutor as uncertain references, with phrasing indicating an index-like note rather than a complete article.
Fragmentary text promotes Pendleton within Umatilia county urging residents to stay for better schools and local advantages. Mentions public benefits and local opportunities, with a promotional, period-voice tone.
An editor recalls a stenographer who asks unnecessary questions and relies on others. The piece argues self reliance and initiative are prized by employers, noting a good worker anticipates needs, answers routine inquiries, and keeps the office running smoothly without extra pay or micromanagement.
A historical assessment notes the United States trails leading nations in literacy. It cites 1900 figures by state, showing Oregon high and Louisiana bottom, with about four fifths of illiterates born abroad, yet many states have native-born illiterates surpassing foreign-born in number.
William Howard Taft born in Cincinnati September 15 1967 rises as secretary of war and likely Republican presidential nominee next year. His father served as attorney general in 1874 to 1877. Taft graduated Yale 1578 then Cincinnati law school, started as a reporter, switched to law, held various offices including Ohio superior court judge and solicitor general 1896 1902. He led the Philippine Commission 1900 1904 and was civil governor of the islands.
The Texas Episcopal bishop condemned the national chewing gum outlay of sixty million dollars annually, arguing the amount is large and could be redirected to foreign missions. He pressed for an increased focus on mission work while noting the sizable national expenditure.
The Interlake Association week long tests on the Thelma yacht and Fox deck shore station near Put-in-Bay show actual wireless telephony working. Speech singing and music were transmitted with high clarity up to four miles, reporters and witnesses noting exact event reporting and distinct voice reproduction.
Hon C O Brooks mayor of Sunbury Ohio and attorney for Farmers Bank and Sunbury Building and Loan Co endorses Peruna as a great medicine. He notes a host of petty ailments from weather heat and cold and says Peruna provides beneficial results for colds coughs catarrh of head bowel issues and liver or kidney discomfort.
European plan hotel advertises first class service at the Hotel St. George run by George P. Fourneau. Steam heat throughout, en suite rooms with bath, a large new sample room, telephone and fire alarm connections to the office, and hot and cold running water in all rooms.
Rooms priced at 1.00 and 1.50 per night advertised near the depot with a large electric sign drawing attention to the lodging option and location.
A brief item notes a connection involving Tar and Billland com located three blocks from depots. Details are sparse, but the piece places the conjunction near transit hubs and suggests a local infrastructure link.
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