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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1907
Page
4
A garbled listing of subscription options mentions daily, weekly, semi weekly and monthly terms by mall. It outlines one year, three months, one month and four months plans across multiple periods, though the text is heavily distorted and unreadable in places, leaving core terms unclear.
A reflective verse fragment notes the contest of achievement and effort with the line about striving to claim a noble autumn prize. The brief line evokes ambition and noble aspiration without naming persons or events.
The East Oregonian praised local merchants for supporting farmers and resisting foreign peddlers, helping Umatilla County. In retaliation, a local hardware association and grocers later boycott the paper, quitting ads and patronage, illustrating a cost of local press activity.
A defense of Statement No 1 and the initiative and referendum in Oregon. The piece argues Republicans should demand legislative candidates subscribe to Statement No 1 and support a worthy Republican for the U.S. Senate, asserting the people’s choice should align with the party in a strong Republican state. Theodore Roosevelt’s large plurality cited as context for trust in party leadership.
Ancestral commerce debate in Umatilla County warns that store and grocery peddlers will flood the area if newspapers are silenced. Business interests fear a push to curb advertising to invite foreign competition and raise prices, risking farm and industrial channels.
Pendleton's clean record during the district fair is celebrated as admissions may reach 22,000 from Umatilla county and nearby counties. Traders report no price increases for merchandise, meals, beds, or souvenirs due to the fair crowds, marking a major triumph in keeping prices fair this year.
The National Association of Carpet Workers of America has completed its organization and will oversee about 0,000 workers employed in carpet mills nationwide, marking a major step for organized labor in the industry.
Poem describes a sunlit place where four leaf clovers grow symbolizing hope faith love and luck. The speaker Mia urges perseverance and strength to find that blessed place through hopeful waiting and steadfast action.
The Salem Journal reports a bumper prune year with growers earning strong returns. A fruit man sold 66 bushels of prunes weighing 12350 pounds after drying at 6 1/2 cents per pound to net $70.87, about $1.29 per green bushel. Trees yield 1–3 bushels each. an acre with 100 trees offers robust overall crop potential. Prunes are heavier than usual and dryers struggle to keep up. Despite higher labor and costs, prune growers anticipate record profits this year.
The Great Northern wreck near Vulcan in Washington is said to be caused by rotten trees making rails turn under the engine. The Seattle News notes this could reflect careless track inspection and suggests the railroad prioritizes dividends over safe operation, inviting public censure.
Private owners in Amberlands northern Michigan report severe damage to hemlock forests from porcupines. In one 500 acre tract about half of the valuable trees are said to be destroyed. Woodmen note porcupines cause damage when numerous, and the district is overrun with these animals in spring as they strip young buds and later strip the trees.
T P Powderly, head of the new division of information under the immigration bureau, has instituted an inquiry into the needs of various states and territories for immigrant labor. He aims to assess demand and supply to guide policy and placement.
Two hundred carloads of wheat lay unloaded on the R. R. & N. tracks in Albina yesterday morning. Much arrived at night but half was carried over from the previous day without unloading. Delays on sidetracks slow movement, prompting calls for full cooperation by shippers and railroads to avoid a blockade during a vast wheat movement season.
James Kirk of the Hudson Bay district plans to ship 15 carloads of alfalfa hay to Seattle at a delivered price of 10 dollars per unit. Ed Hoon of the same district is involved in the same district efforts to increase shipments and production.
The Freewater Times reports that 16 carloads will be sent to the same point with more large shipments possible if cars are obtained. The arrival of the N P over the electric road enlarges local markets and may bring Freewater another outlet to world markets.
A verse celebrates autumn days with imagery of forests fields and orchards. Crickets sing beneath the autumn sky as their season nears end while Susie M Harrington marks the change of season with a lyrical toast.
A reflective piece quotes Emerson on daily ships bringing words from the sea. It notes the faithful who face the harbor with assurance, believing the vessel carries the message they long to hear. The mood centers on calm anticipation and maritime imagery.
Thomas Lipton announced in London his plan to contest the American Cup using a 90-foot vessel under the New York Yacht Club’s new rules. The challenger’s move signals a high profile pursuit amid evolving eligibility standards.
European plan with first class service and modern conveniences. Steam heat throughout and en suite rooms with bath. A large new sample room available. Hotel features include 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 dollars are offered a block and a half from the depot, advertised under a large electric sign inviting potential lodgers.
The Hotel Pendleton has been refitted and refurnished throughout with telephone and fire alarm connections in all rooms. It serves as headquarters for traveling men with commodious sample rooms and a free bus special. Rates by the week or month, excellent cuisine, prompt dining room service, and a bar and billiard room in connection. Located only three blocks from the depot.
The Hotel Portland in Portland Oregon offers rooms from two dollars per day with special rates for families and single gentlemen. The establishment features a modern Turkish bath, and H C Bowers is the manager. The management invites visitors to view rooms and learn prices at any time.
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