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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1908
Page
3
The article argues that the legislature has no power to create or split counties under Oregon's constitution. It notes rumors of candidates supporting county division are unfounded and politically motivated, citing Hood River and Wasco County as historical context.
Children in Washington eagerly await Children’s Day at the White House on April 15. The executive lawn near the mansion will host egg rolling, open to kids only unless a adult is chaperoning a small child, with President Roosevelt ensuring access for the youngsters.
The White House grounds host a large Easter Monday festival for children with baskets of dyed eggs. President and Mrs. Roosevelt greet the crowd from the rear balcony as thousands of youngsters enjoy playful egg hunts, games, and demonstrations. A Marine Band concert follows in the afternoon.
The service took place this afternoon at the family home on Second and Place streets. Hundreds of friends attended to honor Miss Palmer, described as kind and loving. Rev. Barry of St Stephen's church conducted the service, with the Rebekahs in charge at the grave. Floral tributes were abundant as mourners expressed their sympathy.
Philadelphia hosts the Eastern Commercial Teachers association convention with strong attendance. Visitors arrive as local committees greet guests ahead of the opening session tomorrow afternoon after a day of preliminary activities and meetings.
The Utah militia at Nephi opens a war department inspection of its various commands today. The inspecting officer's report will determine the government’s level of recognition and support for the Utah militia in the year ahead.
Diverse Union county political notices announce candidacies for local offices including representative, joint senator, circuit judge, county clerk, treasurer, sheriff and recorder. Names include T. T. Geer inspired slate and several Union county residents pledging to supportStatement No. 1 and republican policies in the April 17, 1908 primary.
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