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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1911
Page
1
Senator Gorman was chosen at a New York Albany session last night ending a stalemate. The appointment fills the vacancy and moves the legislature toward confirming the nominee for the post.
The Democratic faction in New York unites behind Judge O Gorman as United States senator to replace Depew. His election follows weeks of party infighting and is seen shaping the legislature’s Easter session reform push. O Gorman travels to Washington to take the oath and join other Democrats in challenging Roosevelt's Nationalism.
Washington April 1 a secret caucus of the democrats nominated Champ Clark for the speaker ship without opposition Burleson presided Chairman Underwood announced the ways and means committee will be the last basis to be taken in The caucus also moved to reduce house employes by cutting staff saving 115000 annually
Washington April 1 Government prosecutors have nearly finished preparing the case against 34 individuals and corporations forming the bath tub trust. Preparations indicate prosecutions will begin next week with no immunity bath granted.
Victor L. Berger representative elect of Wisconsin resigns from Milwaukee common council and travels to Washington to join Congress, predicted to attract attention as the first socialist in the national legislature.
Cincinnati reports Boss Cox vanished after a third perjury indictment. Detectives cannot locate him to serve papers. Prosecutor Hunt telephoned Governor Marshal of Indiana seeking help to find Cox, who may be at the Laughary chit near Rising Sun.
Four men believed to be involved in the Waldo Rogers kidnapping pursued by an angry cowboy group. Rogers’s father T Rogers paid 12,000 dollars ransom and offered a 20,000 dollar reward dead or alive. The kidnapers are thought to be recent Albuquerque jail escapees led by Dennis Bart.
Indianapolis observers note the United Mine Workers offices closed to celebrate the eight hour day anniversary first won in 1898. On Monday Tom Lewis will step down as president, to be replaced by John White of Oskaloosa Iowa. Lewis plans to return to mine work.
London reports the start of the fifth imperial census as officials assign heads of households to record every resident. Enumerators collect data from institutions and the army navy keep military figures. Canada handles its counts under Dominion supervision. The process aims for mid summer publication with Canada expected to show the largest proportional gain.
A Polk county safe was dynamited during a robbery carried out with inside help. Deputy James O Callahan slept on duty and was found gagged as authorities pursue about 20 suspects including clerks C W Kellar and A L Rhodes. Patrolman McKicket was shot in the face during the ensuing battle.
Vancouver April 1. W Jennings arrested on fraud charges in what officials call one of the biggest BC frauds. Hudson Bay Mutual Fire Insurance Company capitalized at 100000 sold 200000 or more in stock, though assets are furniture and a few dollars. Lt Urie, a stock seller, is jailed and warrants issued for others.
San Antonio reports the government will cancel most of a half million dollar ration contract. Only about ten percent of the original order remains to be supplied. Separately Diaz's message to the Mexican congress sparks speculation on peace while revolutionary leaders doubt its impact and an uprising seems possible. Americans arriving from Monterey note the region awaits a general signal for action.
Teachers have given lessons on the census and the filling up of schedules. This year's schedule differs in material particulars from previously used with changes in marriage columns and new industry occupation fields.
G. E. Fowler, long near death, remains in about the same condition with slight improvement noted. Doctors say he is not out of serious danger yet.
A pitched battle occurred in Hackensack Meadows when police confronted four thieves amid a copper wire theft spree. Sergeant McGee and Patrolmen Smith and Dolan were wounded as the thieves fired from a wagon and fled, likely unhurt.
San Francisco reports Jack Johnson, awaiting jail for speeding, disappeared when the Supreme Court refused habeas corpus. Johnson is said to be in county jail awaiting further action as of April 1.
In Everett Washington on April 1 the Everett Business Men's club prints banners and posters urging citizens to subscribe enough to cover a $50,000 deficit caused by voting the town dry.
Secretary of the Interior Fisher withdrew 6,790 acres of land from entry in northern Washington.
Colonel Roosevelt spent April 1 in San Francisco saying farewell to friends. He plans to visit Reno tomorrow, then Sacramento to see the governor, and proceed to Portland and Seattle on Tuesday.
More than 10 000 miners in Alberta and eastern British Columbia began a strike at midnight as operators refused to recognize the union. The action affects mines and related operations across the region.
A second $5,000 raised by popular subscription was telegraphed to China today to aid famine sufferers.
A carload shipment of cattle bound for out of state points was inspected by County Stock Inspector Charlton this afternoon in accordance with the new law requiring inspection of all stock shipped out of state.
Cleveland reports the tenth anniversary of Johnson's election as mayor. Though gravely ill and near death, he rallies and declares if he recovers he will seek another term. Physicians say his strength slowly returns and his condition shows cautious improvement.
In Viterbo Italy on April 1 Judge Bafales presided over cross examination of chief defendant Alfano and followers in a Camorra case. Alfano contends the group did not exist and defended himself, while others testified about alleged attacks and fatal outcomes.
Seattle April report states Northwestern Fisheries, owner of Alaska cannery interests, was acquired today by a new corporation controlled by Booth Fish Company interests in New York, Baltimore and Chicago. Purchase price near 1.5 million dollars.
Oxford won the 67th annual boat race from Putney to Mortlake by two lengths and a half, setting a new record time and extending their prestige. About 120000 spectators watched as the Oxford crew crossed the line ahead of Cambridge, with the Prince of Wales among onlookers.
Pekin advices state 400 deaths daily from plague in the Kiu Kwang district, about 20 miles from Pekin, as of April 1.
Berlin reports grand preparations for tomorrow’s celebration of the 85th birthday of George II grand duke of Saxe Meiningen. He is said to be Europe’s oldest monarch, famed for liberal policies and patronage of arts, with a court that has become a hub for musicians, writers and actors.
Yale and Harvard representatives debate in Sanders Theatre Cambridge on Monday evening on the nomination of elective state officers by direct primaries. Judges include President Garfield Williams College District Attorney Whitman New York City and Principal Farrand Newark Academy.
An April 1 welcome for Dr. George F. Vincent as the new president of the University of Minnesota was held in the university chapel. Dr. Cyrus Northrop introduced him as he retires after 27 years as president.
In Portland on April 1 authorities rule out suicide for the widow once thought to have died by her own hand. The body may be exhumed as husband Ral Blosser, a tinsmith, is held amid questions about his involvement in the Sellwood bank robbery and other crimes.
Seattle April 1 United States District Judge Hanford has excused jurors in the Alaska coal fraud case against Munday et al until he decides on the motion for acquittal. Three lawyers debated the question of whether the right to assign claims is valid. The defense presses for acquittal without new evidence.
Spokane report states Argimetta case before the interstate commerce commission closed today with no decision expected for several months. Local observers note the ruling may shape state case outcomes across Washington.
Princeton New Jersey April 1 Conference opens tomorrow for a two day session led by Governor Wilson and other speakers. Key topics include state supervision of private charity living conditions in rural communities immigrant women maternal mortality and tenement problems with an exhibition illustrating work in mental hygiene.
Seattle reports businessman Hillman was found guilty of defrauding poor people through malls. He received a two year sentence and a fine of 2000 in federal court. Judge Danworth denied a new trial and Hillman plans an appeal.
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