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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1908
Page
6
Walla Walla reports the valley’s fruit and vegetable shipments show about half a million dollars in producer values so far, with 425 carloads shipped. The prune industry leads revenue, apples are expected to rise in volume, and despite lower prices, quality and demand for Walla Walla apples remain strong.
Portland Sept 16 Weather conditions during the week were favorable with mean temperatures slightly above normal. In southwestern counties there was a warm day with temperatures 110 degrees in several places. Elsewhere maximums stayed below 90. Early week cool, no frosts though some plateau counties neared frost. Showers opening and closing the week were light, mainly in mountains and foothills. Smokiness increased. rain needed to quell brush fires. Sunshine near normal and winds light.
Missouri letter from Mrs. N M Sweet of St Louis to Theodore Allen the unkissed seeks a wife who can teach him to love and mentions four children, a small fruit land, and modest means. She offers companionship and a future on her land, asking if money is an obstacle and suggesting another gentleman in the northwest.
P J Daly of 1247 W Congress Chicago testifies that Electric Bitters greatly improved his feeble mother with gains in flesh, relief from insomnia, and steady strength. The tonic quickly remedies stomach liver and kidney complaints and is sold under guarantee at Tallman Co and Pendleton Drug Co for 50 cents.
Conen Harry P. Dill reports from Port Hope that the Canadian horse market has declined with prices falling from about 160 to 125. Local horsemen largely agree the drop reflects a longer trend of rising prices and subsequent correction, though they expect only modest effect in nearby districts as surplus stock disappears.
The East Oregonian notes that preparations are underway for a major local sports event. Coaches and players from area teams accept the challenge as venues, dates, and expected crowds are finalized. Community support builds ahead of kickoff and tipoff.
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