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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1910
Page
2
The La Grande Evening Observer states readers must sign articles and avoid nom de plume bylines. It warns that unsigned or signed submissions will be revised at the editor Bruce Dennis discretion, with emphasis on accountability and preventing disappointment.
The article defends President Taft for his stance on woman suffrage noting the hissing at his frank remarks and arguing public hypocrisy exists among leaders. It cites Susan B. Anthony’s question to a senator and asserts Taft spoke truth and deserves credit despite controversy.
An editorial extols La Grande's commercial club for its strong, self‑funded presence and calls for broader outreach beyond the city. It notes the club as a community pillar linking farmers, ranchers, and industries with Wallowa County, warning against complacency and urging sustained growth.
A regional insurance firm promotes the motto keep your money in Oregon sparking pride in local business. Residents debate the phrase and its intent as discourse over community support continues.
Albert We ar is charged with the murder of Ruth apler a stenographer in Prorresnes New York. The proceeding was completed and sworn in as part of the inquiry into the alleged killing.
In a heated editorial the writer accuses so called knockers of hindering La Grande’s prosperity and urges residents to evacuate doubts by proving housing scarcity. The piece claims a long waiting list for homes or business spaces and challenges critics to admit the city’s housing problem.
A fragment urges the La Grande commercial club to act decisively and energize a booster push. It praises local businessmen and homegrown efforts as the key force behind the city’s business growth and public revival.
A Foley house manager ordered sample rooms cleaned and an unmarked packet left at the desk. A hotel clerk opened the package and found dainty laces short sleeved garments and other items not familiar to him. The owner may claim the belongings by identifying them.
District Superintendent J D Gillilan keeps a tight schedule visiting La Grands area late at night and returning by morning. His recent trips focus on Haines and North Powder where he is advancing church work and related improvements.
Joe Connerty of Union is jailed in the county jail awaiting trial on forgery charges. He was arraigned before Justice Williams and waived examination, refusing bonds. The alleged forgery is tied to W West of North Powder, for a sum under $100. The jail was empty when he was incarcerated.
An advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy claiming relief from frequent hoarseness throat tickle and nighttime coughing. It suggests the product will please users and alleviate morning mucus alongside other cough symptoms.
Extreme south of state, north and east too, his fields. George B. Good assumed management of the Hotel Summer in Oregon after renovations that make it as good as new. A lifelong Oregonian, he is a warm friend of the state and its people.
The subject reflects on a long newspaper and hotel career, noting former roles with the Salem Statesman and The Dalles Itemizer. He left Portland twelve years ago for Grants Pass, owned a stamping ground for travelers eight years, moved to La Grande four years ago, leasing the Summer after relinquishing Foley Hotel. He praises La Grande as a top paying city for its size.
J. W. Bull, superintendent of the Portland to Baker City telegraph line, was in the city yesterday. The line now reaches Umatilla and is expected to extend to La Grande soon, with three more segments to be built.
Sealed bids for 43 920 cu yds of macadam pavement will be received at the Recorder of La Grande Oregon office. Bids due by 4 p m May 4 1910 with a certified check of 5 percent. Council may reject any bids. D E Cox Recorder of the City of La Grande.
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