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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1909
Page
1
A Union County meeting at the K P hall discussed building farmers warehouses after seed was planted by Organizer Cox. He argued warehouses boost prices, convenience, and reduce middlemen, with nothing definite decided yet but broad support for the scheme and several new members joining.
An enormous crowd cheered Roosevelt as he stood on the deck of the steamer Admiral leaving Port Said sailing through Sue bound for Nombassia. He received a delegation of distinguished citizens who wished him success on his trip.
Baker City resident Rudolph Trallquis writes of seeking a suitable farm and plans to relocate if a valley property fits. His inquiry reflects the many letters Cur rey receives daily seeking land options.
Aberdeen Va April 10 All efforts to salve the schooner Chas E Falk wrecked at Coplass Rocks have been abandoned The vessel will be sold intact at a public sale Monday and must not be dismantled First officer Holmes denies Selnd Offcer Shults charges of deliberate wrecking Shults seeks an investigation No insurance means no profits from the wreck
Judge Knowles imposed fines totaling five hundred dollars on 14 defendants in Sumerville gambling cases. Each defendant faced 25 dollars per count, and arraignments occurred this afternoon. Motions to collapse multiple indictments were rejected. pleas of guilty were entered on various counts.
Chinese merchants in Portland circulate petitions denouncing C. W. Fulton for his stance on exclusion laws and his speeches favoring a hard line, opposing his appointment as ambassador to China. The action reflects broad Chinese opposition to the nomination amid ongoing anti Chinese policy debates.
Beginning tonight an all thorough music ensemble opens at the Pastime. The act is expected to greatly enhance the already excellent program. Next week promoter Preneh plans a monster oil show at the PalAce offering the best vaudeville in eastern Oregon. C. M. Humphrey visited Elgin today between trains.
Eberhard and his wife arrived from Joseph to take residence in the cottage of Postmaster Richey and begin housekeeping at once. He will split time between La Grande and Iowa County where he serves as attorney for several large interests until he takes duties.
L Knapper president of the First National Bank of Joseph recently left medical care and returned home today. He plans to visit family for a few days before resuming his duties.
Chicago reports Dr. Ben Reitman, linked to Emma Goldman, warning that anarchists will target the U S government with hazardous devices if Emma is deported. He says a strong response will follow any deportation attempt, promising serious trouble.
A writer defends La Grande's local option beer ordinance urging enforcement and noting bond requirements for licensees. The piece argues the law protects youth and asks critics to verify details before press criticism, referencing Rev J D Gillilan and city council actions.
Farmers and business leaders in Twin Falls mobilize for Meadowbrook project with $65,000 already subscribed. A planned irrigation trip to Idaho and Hermiston aims to boost confidence and investments as Oregon Idaho Development Congress assembles on the 27th and 28th with Col Hofer and Walla Walla reps attending.
Last night at the Scenic the program pleased crowds and repeats tonight except the ventriloquist who changes acts nightly. Dave Raffel draws many patrons who attend twice. Manager Gardiner promises a daisy of a week with the feature film Filroad wp Mt Blanca delivering thrilling entertainment.
City Attorney J. F. Baker returned from Pendleton this morning. He is expected to confer with colleagues on ongoing municipal matters and prepare files for the afternoon session.
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