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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1916
Page
2
Despite glove shortages, the shop announces an excellent selection of hose in multiple sizes and colors. Women’s lisle and cotton hose in black tan and white are offered, with prices noted for pairs and bundles.
A large shipment of Percales arrives in light and dark colors with stripes, checks, dots and small figures in 32 and 36 inch widths with yard prices of 10¢ 12 46 15¢ and a $2.00 line of silks. The silks are 36 inches wide heavy and high quality for dresses in striped patterns checks plaids and jacquards offered at a retail price of 82.00 per yard.
J A Yeager sealer of weights for eastern Oregon and a publican candidate is asking the water department for the average weight of bread from various bakeries in the region. He notes no reason was given but aims to set a standard net weight for bread. Yeager travels to La Grande and Baker to continue investigations, finding bread weights vary between bakeries. A separate note mentions the Round-Up attendee in Dunedin, New Zealand, who traveled far to join the event, aided by western acquaintances.
Canadian cabinet officers and officials watched in sorrow as twenty five workers died when the massive Quebec bridge over the St Lawrence River collapsed. The incident, the second for the structure after a previous fatal fall nine years earlier, trapped men 200 feet below the river with planks and debris. The tragedy befell during construction sponsored by major rail lines including the CPR and Grand Trunk among others, as the bridge promised to shorten the railway route.
A street collision caused a car to run away down a grade and hit twenty two bicycles before smashing into a pole and turning over twice. Injured victims were rushed to quarter open jury proceedings and included a head injury.Officials prepared commercial exploration rooms across Oregon Washington California Montana Idaho and nearby states for a border patrol showcase. Captain Clark and the patrol unit were expected this week to cover various performances.
The readable phrases describe lengths and measurements in archaic units. Central spans, ventral height, and river levels are mentioned with figures like 140 feet and 840 feet, but the text is garbled and lacks clear context or identifiable subjects.
Miah Helen Gregg and Mina Leila Cévie of Portland visited Walla Walla this morning for a few days and plan to return to Pendleton Wednesday. La Grande officials A. C. Hampton and McCullough rode the special from the city Saturday. Maccabees Social Club meets tomorrow at Mrs. Kenneth McRae’s North Side home. all members urged to attend. Round-Up guests include Mrs. Fred Clarke of Ellensburg, Mr. Younger from Portland, and Edna Thomson bound for Oakland to continue studies.
Berlin admits two Zeppelins reached England on Saturday causing damage and casualties. London metropolitan area reports 28 dead and 99 wounded with additional losses atpurposes, railway stations and surrounding districts. Authorities assess limited civilian damage but expect more air raids as German admiralty confirms operations.
A troubled New Yorker named Henry Sh axel aims to prove it possible to beat omek and rebuild fortune after a troubled past. He sought to reopen a store in central New York City and repay creditors, claiming former wealth in New York, Chicago, and other places. A man filed a 10 000 suit claiming services for securing a prison release, with bouquet proofs and social rumors surrounding a wealthy figure.
A Cuban sugar planter, McDonna of Guyanel province, journeyed a day and a half to Pendleton arriving last Wednesday night. He occupied a box during the three days and declared no show anywhere equals the Pendleton Round-Up, hoping to return in 1917. He plans to stay awhile to see the city and meet residents.
Forecast for the week beginning Sunday shows fire in California and overcast skies in the North Pacific states. Expect rains by midweek, with near normal temperatures. The Kerky Mountain and Platea Region may see showers early, followed by generally fair weather, then unsettled conditions and possible too winds by Friday.
Sept 2 note says Flight Adjutant Tarascon reportedly shot down a fifth Cher Man airplane, recently damaged by a ghost pilot in Merit. He landed without injury and resumed flying to his home base. The winter-made craft lost 4 lm in an act prior to the war. Lieutenant de Moecefort, famed older French family member, posted as mission.
Simple home treatment for eczema ringworm and similar itching skin troubles using resinol soap and warm water baths. Apply resinol ointment under a light bandage daily, keeping clothing protected. relief often comes after first treatment and skin complexion improves with continued use.
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