Civilization is improving,
at dawn.
She Ijermiatmt Ijeralh
Published every Thursday at Hermiston, Umatilla County, Oregon, by J.
M. Biggs, Editor and Manager.
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Entered as Second Clas3 Matter December, 1908, at the postoffice at Her
miston, Umatilla County, Oregon.
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JUDGING A COMMUNITY’S WORTH
The uestion of whether a newspaper forms orreflects
ublic opinion has long been a point of controversy. The
[erald hesitates to attempt a partial settlement of the ar
gument with either a positive or negative statement, but
we do contend that a newspaper acts more or less as a re
flector, mirror if you please, of the community in which
it is published. In other words we believe that the pro
gressiveness and prosperity of the community may be
fairly well judged by the paper published there.* Such
barometric qualities are not necessarily confined to the
contents or appearance of the paper itself, but extend to
the outward appearance of the place in which it is hous
ed.
Acting partially on this supposition, the Herald moved
recently to new quarters where improvements have been
made for a more up-to-date newspaper plant, easily ac
cessible to the public. This represents in part the faith
of this newspaper in the community that supports it.
Not illogical is the supposition that all commercial in
terests may be taken as fairly representative of the gen
eral condition of the community. Outward appearances
form a basis for first opinions, and a community whose
business interests are housed in well-kept buildings is
bound to make a favorable and lasting impression upon
newcomers ahd prospective settlers. Those inspecting a
town for the first time must have something tangible up
on which to base their judgment and that something not
infrequently is the general apearance of the commercial
district. Does this mean that we are advocating new
buildings for Hermiston’s business houses? Not neces
sarily. Even a little paint and a thorough cleaning will
work wonders with the oldest of buildings. We offer
these suggestions as containing all the elements of prac
ticability. The Herald had such faith in the idea as to
move to new quarters where these suggesstions could be
carried out more fully. So far, the idea has conclusively
proved its advantages and merits to our satisfaction.
Because we are working for anything that will mean
the betterment of this commuinty, we are glad to welcome
Hermiston’s new bakery,representing as it does a step
forward in this direction. All commercial and profess
ional interests of the town have joined in a printed wel
come on another page of this paper. This evidence of
enthusiastic support is gratifying to everyone having
the best interests of Hermiston at heart. The manager
of the bakery had faith enough in this community to in
vest in a splendidly equipped shop. Our share in the new
enterprise will be represented by our patronage and good
will. The support forthcoming from us will decide to a
large extent the ultimate success of this new7 undertak
ing. Why not make that support 100 per cent.
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UTOPIA AND HERMISTON
Egotism is the only ism in the world that needs no
organization to perpetuate it.
The easiest riding car is the one that’s paid for.
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Income tax returns fell
from the previous year.
just bigger liars?
WHATZWAT
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Kale is a cheap succulent feed
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In the Seventh Grade
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❖ Vol 1 Hermiston, Feb. 19 No. 7 <• rich in minerals The cost per ton
is only about half as much as corn
silage, being $3.78. The cost per
TOM O’GADY AND THE BATTLE acre Is greater, but the greater yield
OF LONG ISLAND
gives lower cost per ton. says the
Chapter V
Oregon experiment station.
It Is
Washington thought that the Brit sometimes disagreeable to get kale
ish alter leaving Boston would try to in the winter time but it makes a
take Now York with the purpose of good supplement feed.
getting control of the Hudson river.
He therefore went to New York with
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
his small army of about 18,000 men.
IN THE COUNTY COURT OF THE
Few of them were trained and poorly
STATE OF OREGON FOR
suplled with food and arms.
UMATILLA COUNTY
General Howe’s army consisted of in the Matter ef the Estate
about 20,000 men and a huge fleet.
of
Late in August General Howe and Mary E. Hughes, Deceased.
his men attacked the part of Wash
Notice is hereby given that the
ington's army that were occuping undersigned has been appointed ad
Brooklyn Heights.
Having a larger ministrator of the estate of Mary E.
army he defeated them. He could Hughes, deceased, and has qualified
have captured all of Washington’s is the law directs. All persons hav-
army that was in Long Island and ng claims against said estate are re
even Washington himself, who during quired to present the same to me at
the last part of the battle had cross the office of W. J. Warner, my at
ed over from New York.
torney, in Hermiston, Oregon, with
Seeing that the British fleet was proper vouchers within six months
going to cut him off from New York .from the date hereof.
Washington collected all of the boats
Dated this 31st day of January,
he could find and with the aid ot 1929.
Tom O’Grady had moved his army of
GWYN L. HUGHES,
10,000 in one night. He thanked
Administrator.
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Tom for his help and at Tom’s re
quest set him up close to him in hit
army so if there was any need, Tom
would be there to help.
Nathan Hales capture had ^ut a
great weight over Tom’s head, foi
208 East Court St.
Nathan had been wiling to risk his
life us a spy, had went into Howe’s
ANY AND
camp along the island.
Tom said, ‘‘Poor Nathan succeeded
in getting some valuable news about
the enemies' fortifications and was
on his way back to the Americat
FOR YOU
army when he was captured ani
taken before General Howe. General
Howe ordered him to be hanged or. ■ Phone 138
Pendleton, Ore. ■
the following day which was Sunday
Nathan they say asked for a clergy
Wood alcohol rubbed on windows
man and a Bible but both were den
ied him. He wrote letters to his be with a sponge will keep them free
loved ones and they were destroyed from ice.
before his very eyes.
Tom broke down here. Between
sobs he told of what Nathan's las;
words were. Tom went on: “Nathai
said. I only wish I had more than
one life to live for my country.”
They took Tom and put him to bed.
By morning Tom was feeling better.
Tom rose early and went out to loc
ate the rest of the army.
After Washington's rear guards
were Just leaving a burning bridge
they could see the Briish appearing.
Washington got his men across the
Delaware Just In time to save their
lives from the British who arrived
the same day.
After they were safe at home Wash
ington thanked Tom tor his help.
They shcok hands and departed.
By Clesta Hiatt.
i J. L. VAUGHAN’
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Everthing
Electrical
Yes, the 5 cent cigar is back. And the five scents are
of rope, buggy-whip, cabbage, grapevine and cornstalk.
Those who pine for the good old days might find sat-
.. up an old
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¡ft a crank
isfaction . by . hunting
with
starter.
After all is said and done, the farmers that need the
most relief are those who have moved to town.
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CHUKCH NOTES
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Services at the Baptist- Christian
church Sunday, March 3.
Bible
school 10 A. M. Morning worship "
11 A. M., topic. Four Pillars of
Christianity. Believers, baptism and
the Lord’s Supper at the morning
service. Christian Endeavor at 6:45
P. M. Topic. Recruiting for Christ.
Bring or send your children. Classes
for all ages. No man ever got lost
on a straight road.— Lincoln. Broad
en your life by linking up with the
church. A cordial welcome to all.
A. J. Ware, pastor.
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2 13 Plate Battery
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LESS ALLO WEN CE ON
OLD BATTERY
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(From School of Home Economics).
Gas stove burners may be cleaned i g
by boiling them In a strong solu
tion of washing soda and water for
half an hour, then washing in warm
water and drying thoroughly. This
removes all grease.
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W H O O P E !
—SHE IS COMING-
the ANNUAL
St. Patrick’s D ay D an
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SATURDAY, MARCH 16th, 1929
Hermiston Auditorium
LUNCH BY REBEKAHS
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lays the Oregon experiment station,
(.ire In Its tightness of leaf folding
off $45, 000,000.00 last year I and greater resistance to disease
Are people getting poorer or caused by unfavorable weather con
ditions. Uniformity of heading and
¡‘ruenem to type are the two most
Important characteristics of thts
a great service for humanity ' 1 variety.
Henry Ford performed
when he finally developed a car who's horn could be
heard above the rattle.
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the oil emulsion may also cause It to
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Utopia, the mythical country where all was beautiful
and perfect; where government was administered im
partially; where creditors forgot their debtors and debt
ors forgot their debts; where husbands never whipped
their wives; where motorists got out of their cars to help
edestrians across the street—boy, that was the place:
iut was it? After all, wouldn’t you rather live in a
community where there was a little something to
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FARM REMINDERS
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place where, if there were no rain there would be no
flowers; if no tears, no smiles; if no weakness, nothing ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ❖ ♦ ♦ « ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦
to conquer; if no strength, nothing to pattern after; and There Is still time during the'
if no temptation, nothing for which to credit righteous slack season in Oregon to take th a t!
ness?
Inventory and begin a farm account!
We should all strive, for the goal of perfection, even of business for the coming year. It |
in community building, at the same time know that we is the fnrmer who knows what he has
In each enterprise who is able
shall never quite reach it, and feeling that we shall never done
to plan his program intelligently for
quite want it.
the future. Some Bhifts and adjust-
Hermiston will never fully represent either the best mentss In production of crops and live
of us or the worst of us. But there is a general average stock are necessary almost every
that will always make it’s influence felt. Raising the year In order to meet changing mar
standard of this general average will have good results. ket conditions and demands, says the
We snould all be thankful that we do not live in experiment station.
Utopia.. So long as the struggle toward the ideal is zest Considerable improvement has
ful ; and so long as there is plenty to do and someone do been recntly made In the strains
ing it. the victory will take care of itself. With such a .of head lettuce of which the out-
hopeful and healthful condition there is always some i standing variety Is the New York,
erroneously known as Ice-
thing to live for, strive for, hope for, get mad about, kick | sometimes
berg. New York Is the leading var-
at, boost at, sit down on, show up, prove out, help along ■ lety for spring fand fall growing,
and shout about. That’s the only kind of a Utopia worth but is not adapted to hot weather.
¡The most outstanding Improvements
living in.
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People are only half-shot
Fruit growers are cautioned against
the use of oil emulsion sprays dur
ing cold weather. The use of these
vn trees preceding, during, or after
a freese, may result in serious in
jury or death of the tree, says the
experiment station. Care Is also
needed In use of he emulsion that
has been stored over winter. Such
emulsions frequently "break" and
the oil separates from the base caus
ing serious damage to trees due to
the purr oil application. Free ting of
For Friday, Saturday and Monday
OUR LOSS YOUR GAIN
4 POUND PACKAGE RAISINS
Per pkg ........................................ .................. 29c
HURLY’S GOOD MORNING COFFEE
3 Pound Pkg.................................................... $1.15
PIONEER COFFEE, WITH ONE WATER GLASS
FREE
Per pkg................................................................. 53c
BULK COCOA
3 Pound» fo r......................................................... 27c
PEETS WASH MACHINE SOAP
Per Pkg................... - ............................................39c
CRYSTAL WHITE SOAP
10 Bar» for ......................................................... 39c
PALMOLIVE SOAP
' 4 Bar» for ........................................................... 29c
OLD DUTCH CLEANSER
3 Can» f o r .......................................... —-............ 23c
Cane and Maple Syrup in Glass Rolling Pins, Each 39c
A. & L. PEACHES
3 Can» f o r ......................................................— 67c
SMALL CANS PINEAPPLE
2 Can» f o r ........... ............................................... 23c
PEANUT BUTTER
1 Pound Can»........................................................ 25c
2 Pound Can» ..................................................... 47c
5 Pound Can»........ ..........
$1.15
16 OUNCE ORANGE MARMALADE
Per J a r ................. —............................................33c
MINT JELLY
Per Gia»» ...........................................................25c
MATCHES
6 Box Carton» ................. —-......... ................
17c
TEA GARDEN SYRUP
1 Quart Can» ..................................................... 47c
2 Quart Can».................................
75c
4 Quart Can»...................................................... $1.35
5 POUND BOXES CRACKERS
Per Box .................................... —...................... 78c
SMOKE SALT
Per Can....... ........................................................ 98c
Bulk Spaghetti, 7 Pounds 49c
STANDARD CORN. PEAS AND TOMATOES, 8 CANS FOR 97c, STRAIGHT OR ASSORTED.
A Regular $1.25 Doll FREE with every $5.00 order, plus 59c
HURLY CASH GROCERY
W e Deliver
Phone 521