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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1910
Page
1
Warren residents plan to bid on asphalt work with a price tag under the usual rate, aiming for a bid notably lower than the average. Pendleton and Baker City observers note the push to undercut costs as improvement efforts advance.
La Grande considers asphalt paving bids from Barber interests and Warren Construction of Portland after a council committee signals a paving war. Warren dominates bithuletic paving in Baker City and Pendleton, while La Grande eyes a Portland-like outcome with competitive pricing.
Representatives from two companies met with the Warren council to discuss bids for street improvement. They argued prices would be reduced to match quality and urged careful consideration of asphalt. Local officials expect guidance from other towns’ experiences as paving methods gain popularity.
In New York on April 1 the Rockmen and Excavator's Union demanded a 16 percent wage increase. The strike could involve 25,000 workers and halt all building operations if employers reject the proposal.
Tokio reports a China Japan postal accord under Postal Union rules affecting Manchuria. China regains monopoly of mail on its railway and gains equal rights on the Japanese railroad. It recognizes Japanese treaty port post offices and six exchange offices in Manchuria. China calls the agreement advantageous.
Washington April 1 A congressional committee clash erupts over testimony in the Ballinger affair. Chairman Nelson accuses Brandeis for concealing testimony while Brandeis denies the charge. A heated exchange follows as members argue until order is restored and the panel votes 6 to 8 to table Graham’s motion.
Jas Farquharson, a Fir Street soft drink dealer, is jailed in the city jail for contempt after refusing to pay a $50 fine for selling intoxicating liquor. His attorney Charles Hyde of Bakersfield works with local lawyers on possible appeal as officials await Farquharson’s next move.
In Watseka Illinois on April 1 evidence showed bailiffs cleared the courtroom of women and girls before witness testimony. William Claussen testified he saw Mrs Saylor enter Dr Miller’s office alone at all hours, supporting a theory that Miller killed Saylor over his relation with the woman.
Washington reports a large payment will be made today to the government treasury as water users from public reclamation projects settle overdue water charges. The bills were originally due December 1 but were deferred to today.
Chicago news reports that the Zion estate founded by late Prophet Dowle will be wound up today. Receiver Thomas is expected to report assets of 400000 dollars, with claims valued at about 29 cents on the dollar.
James Fish, 70, begins a sea voyage from Valdez to Seattle then walks to England. He plans to return by foot via the Philippines, traveling entirely on land and by foot for the journey.
Marie Corelli the novelist is seriously ill with pneumonia at her home in Stratford on Avon. News from the city today confirms the health setback as authorities await further details.
Chicago report cites Jack Johnson denying drinking wine at a birthday dinner. He calls bubbles mineral water and rejects claims about his character. He vows to fight back against alleged mischaracterizations and says most statements about his self care are false.
Two boys Kust Nasuas and Willie Hayworth were found frozen to death near the Hayworth ranch in Loveland after a three day blizzard. The bodies were reported by Greeley authorities.
The principal Russian barracks at Port Arthur becomes an industrial college with a Japanese faculty. Students drawn from middle and high industrial schools study four years in general courses and two to four years in practical and special courses including electricity mining and metallurgy.
Taft decided not to visit Alaska this summer. He will instead go directly to his Beverly summer home when Congress adjourns.
Reverend Dr Christian Freisner from Denver becomes brass band pastor at Grace Methodist Episcopal Church of Harlem effective today. He previously rented an empty Denver square last summer and hosted nightly band concerts drawing thousands while expanding church membership from 200 to 2000.
Salt Lake April 1 Subpoenaes were served today on President Joseph Smith of the Mormon church David Eccles and other Utah and Idaho sugar company officials to testify before the Pueblo Colorado grand jury in the government investigation of the Sugar trust.
Officials expect a rapid settlement of the massive coal miners strike within thirty days as thousands return to work. Negotiations are moving quickly after no conference was scheduled at noon today.
In Waicago and Indiagmpolia, April 1, miners press for an immediate conference with mine operators amid widespread strikes. Officials report 300,000 miners in the bituminous regions prepared to strike, with calls for early discussions to end the walkouts impacting several districts.
Helena Mont April 1 Northwestern coal states show no strike impact as Montana miners’ and operators’ contracts run to September while Wyoming and Washington agreements end August. A conference between miners and operators in Montana is planned for early August.
Oakland portland 2 San Francisco 2 called in lightning darkness. Los Angeles 4 Vernon 10. Sacramento Oakland 3 Sacramento 2.
The Union County Observer reports it has been asked to reprint the water users contract wording. The contract appears on another page for readers to review and compare. The notice emphasizes transparency in public water usage arrangements.
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