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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1907
Page
4
The item states 4koast Qredonian is an independent Pendleton daily weekly and semi weekly newspaper published by the East Oregonian Publishing Company in Pendleton Oregon.
The piece argues organized opposition by machine politicians to Statement No. 1 threatens Oregon’s popular laws. It warns defeating the initiative and referendum and direct primary would bring back Salem machine rule, jeopardizing U S senators elected by the people and Roosevelt reform. It labels opponents as machine men tied to trust ends, seeking to bar progressive measures.
A reader notes Oregon state fair income exceeded 30 000 amid prohibition, arguing gambling and vice harm false to the economy. Pendleton and Wallowa County prosper without liquor, with improved budgeting for groceries and shoes, more school books, and rising housing needs. The piece predicts reforms like equal suffrage, recall, proportional representation, and eventual prohibition.
The East Oregonian questions why Pendleton grocers, raised on Pacific coast progress, organize to boycott advertising and refrain from aiding town growth. They enjoy local trade yet curb neighbor prosperity by refusing to promote the city as other merchants do. The piece contrasts grocers with dry goods, furniture dealers, and newspapers, asking why this single class withholds support for Pendleton’s advancement.
Relief sounds for the inland empire as north bank road construction and new river boat lines on the Columbia and Snake accelerate transport. Open River Transportation plans link to Pendleton and inland towns enabling electric lines, moving away from a sole railroad system. Public morale rises with schoolchildren and flags stirring formerly pessimistic citizens.
Eugene investors Dunn Woodcock and Williams with Goo A Dorris of Springfield bought the 200 acre Dickie Rodsmoon farm on the river road. They plan a Royal Anne cherry and assorted fruit orchard, forming a corporation to plant trees this winter and begin harvesting in a few years. Royal Anne cherries shown as highly profitable in Lane County, profits cited for 10 to 20 acres.
Te kon, a wholly closed town, saw all businesses shuttered after civic federation actions. No newspaper sales were allowed. public meetings blocked. churches opted for a day off with ministers away. City orders threaten continuing quiet unless conditions ease.
Under Major H Chittenden to supervise crews clearing rocks blocking steamer travel in the Entlat and Methow rapids. Plans finalized in Seattle, crews to start within two days with a $42000 appropriation. Dynamite to be used to blast rocks above Wenatchee, improving the river flow.
Rainier Beach Improvement club asks state railroad commission to review fare hikes on the Seattle Renton and Southern electric line. They protest a rise for schoolchildren to 3 cents from 21 2 cents while high school riders eight miles to Seattle pay 24 cents.
The Massachusetts state AFL executive board backs legislation to unify or define court power in injunction cases as a focus of organized labor in the fall campaign. Wisconsin State Federation of Labor campaigns against convict labor, aiming to halt bronze manufacture by convicts.
A dated editorial tone warns that prosperity may fade as critics forecast hard times. The piece touts menswear and furnishings as evidence of resilience and encourages readers to embrace optimism and progress despite pessimistic outlooks.
The piece opens with a verse praising the sea as mother and father, invoking creation and the lordship of the sea. It then reports on William Minor arriving from Salem after exhibiting Shorthorns at the Oregon state fair with high demand, premium money totaling 779 dollars, and multiple sales. Minor notes record gains with nine firsts and several championships, plus plans to exhibit in Pendleton Spokane Lewiston and Walla Walla. The clippings conclude with a remark that law delays cause lawlessness.
Schard F. Sass Jr. from St Louis writes that Peruna has helped many working people facing illness and poverty. He states he used it for a lingering liver issue and catarrhal troubles with very good results, calling it a godsend for those lacking funds for medical care.
Commodious sample room with free running meals and special weekly or monthly rates. Fine cuisine and prompt dining room service. Nar and billiard room connected. Located three blocks from depots.
Portland hotel advertises American plan from two dollars per day and up, serving tourists and commercial travelers. Special rates offered to families and single gentlemen. Manager H C Bowers invites visits to view rooms and obtain prices, noting a modern Turkish bath on site.
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