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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1910
Page
1
Firefighters and troops move to combat rapid wildfire spread in Wallowa County forests. Officials warn the blaze may require additional assistance from state resources and possibly federal support later this week.
Troops from Camp Cosgrove marching toward Medical Springs to defend the town from a spreading forest fire that has already scorched hundreds of acres in Wallowa and Union counties. Detachments from the First Regular Infantry, about 160 men under Lieutenant Nestor, were recalled from American Lake maneuvers to assist locally.
The long burning blaze menaces inhabitants as winds push flames toward the town. Federal troops assist after the fire began a week ago and eight hundred acres of timber have burned. Access to the Big Creek region and supply lines pose major challenges for forestry officials and troops guarding the area.
Forty volunteers recruited by order of Mayor Meyers rushed to the Jordan and Beaver creeks to assist in a fire crisis. They were equipped and supplied, but many left their current jobs for the dangerous assignment, while others were turned away. The fire threatened the watershed and drew paid, excited responders to the scene.
Medical Springs region faces an advancing forest fire described as burning within a short distance of town. Officials report evacuation plans may be activated as flames approach structures and critical areas.
Three wildfires burn in Wallowa county with no relief yet. Officials say no federal troops will be asked immediately unless fires remain uncontrolled for one or two days, at which point the forest department will request troops for Wallowa county.
Judge Robert Lovett and General Manager J. P. O'Brien traveled in special cars on the regular eastbound fast mail. They passed through La Grande after spending the night at Pendleton. A Yale Chamber of Commerce meeting discussed securing rail terminals and shops for O R & N and O S L, offering 20 acres to attract the line. Officials expect main line progress across the state and Brogan line extension to boost Yale as a terminal point.
The Grays Harbor branch of the Oregon & Washington railway opened to freight traffic today at Portland. Passenger service will begin September 1.
The Baltimore Sun reports strong evidence linking the murder of Mrs. Chariton in Como, Italy to the death of Edith May Woodill in Maryland. It suggests Mrs Chariton may have killed Woodill with a champagne bottle and ties Charlton and Eastman to the case.
A major fire at Brussels International Exposition grounds destroyed twenty million dollars in art and pavilions. Forty injured, no deaths. Fire started by a crossed wire in the telegraph building. looters swarmed during the panic as crowds fled past burned French and English structures. A diamond collection valued at $100,000 reportedly stolen. Police consider closing the fair.
The United Butchers of America hold a Chicago convention to address rising meat costs. They plan to propose independent cooperative slaughterhouses rendering plants and tanneries to combat the alleged packers trust and lower living costs.
Newark New Jersey August 15 opposition to Dr Woodrow Wilson Princeton University president for the Democratic nomination for governor of New Jersey emerged at the opening of the State Federation of Labor convention. An effort will be made to strike down a resolution condemning him over alleged statements on organized labor.
Washington Aug 15 Lieutenant Jacob Schick of the Tenth Infantry retired from active service on account of ill health. He is a native of Iowa and rose through the ranks during his military career.
Foresters of America observe Foresters Day with annual outings for local courts across the United States as proclaimed by the Supreme Court.
Nineteen interstate events headline the four day National Rifle Association tournament at Camp Perry Ohio opening today. The presidents match for a Taft trophy continues through all four days along with the Leach cup and other major contests.
The thirtieth annual national all-comers tennis tourney begins at the Newport Casino on the turf courts today. Winners will be decided this week in the national championships for singles, doubles and interscholastic singles as top American players compete.
Oregon records two towns with gold filled sidewalks Medford and Jacksonville use tailings from the Opp mine for paving sand from tailings contains free gold worth about ten dollars per ton Jacksonville and Medford pavements hold an estimated $30,000 in gold not counting construction costs
Atlantic battleship fleet anchored in Newport for a week of hospitality and entertainment of officers and men from sixteen ships. The welcome marks one of the greatest celebrations in the resort's history.
Mennonite Brethren In Christ from several states gather at a camp near Greshen Indiana for daily meetings continuing through the coming weekend.
Residents debate the transfer as La Grande plans to open a college. The Commercial club meeting tonight aims to shape the city’s position with a large business and professional turnout. Attendees urged to voice opinions. other public matters may arise.
Catholics of Boston and vicinity joined today in an elaborate observance of the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary marking the parish and community participation in a ceremonial observance across the area.
Flags hung in Los Angeles as residents celebrated the 129th anniversary of the city founded on August 15 1781 Felipe de Neve governor of Alta California traveled from San Gabriel mission to Yangna and gave the settlement its name Los Angeles.
Riots broke out in the streetcar district as clashes escalated into deadly violence. Reports say several injured workers and spectators, with authorities deploying police to restore order after a night of heavy unrest.
Millia authorities deploy Rule 19 as police quell unrest after a rough night. Nine people were injured as loyal officers clash with demonstrators and disobeyed mayoral orders amid rising tension and calls for calm.
Governor orders Ohio militia to Columbus with cavalry and artillery after the city’s worst car strike riot. Dynamite damaged cars and a High Street barn. nine injured and 41 arrested as police struggle to control crowds. Eight policemen resign rather than ride with strikebreakers. The mayors urged suspension of service.
A wolf that roamed the Russ Lumber Co yards in San Diego after a two week raft voyage from the Columbia River was shot. The raft carries millions of feet of lumber bound in a log raft shaped like a boat and towed by powerful tugs toward a southbound voyage.
The Vancouver Exhibition formally opened in Vancouver British Columbia on Aug. 15. It presents a comprehensive display of British Columbia industrial agricultural and mineral resources. Premiums totaling 30000 are offered and attendance is expected to set records with visitors from western Canada and from Washington and Oregon.
Vancouver British Columbia hosts a sixty acre grounds show with thirty thousand dollars in prizes. The event showcases industrial agricultural and mineral resources and opens today. Tomorrow is American day with expectations of 100000 visitors and special excursions from major northwestern cities.
Charles P. Snell indicted on six counts for perjury in the Perrin Benson land fraud case will receive a hearing today in San Francisco.
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