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A Portland rose for Bend

The Bend Bulletin · September 9, 1914

In the story: 3. Wearing the promise, 1914–1916.

The opening account of the rose ceremony.
The opening account of the rose ceremony. Historic Oregon Newspapers · University of Oregon Libraries Examine the original

A rose-planting ceremony gave the visitors’ thanks a living form.

The account names N. G. Pike and C. C. Chapman among the visiting speakers and records Cheney’s response.

From the source

Perhaps the most impressive ceremony conducted during the visit of the Admen was the planting of the Rose. This occurred Monday morning on the lawn in front of the Emblem Club.

An extract from Pike’s address to the club.
An extract from Pike’s address to the club. Historic Oregon Newspapers · University of Oregon Libraries Examine the original

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