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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1906

Page

6

Hughes for Gov of New York

Indications point to Charles Hughes of the insurance probe being nominated by Republicans for governor of New York. Odell's supporters say the ex governor backs Hughes, and President Roosevelt is reportedly informed and favorable. A cement faction plans to remove Higgins, with Odell prepared to retire if the scheme succeeds.

Scripps News Association New York Chas. Hughes Govenor Odall Hughes Roosevelt Higgins Odell

Anarchists Kill Three Russians and Terror Attacks

Scripps News Association reports an attack at a freight depot where an anarchist gang looted and killed three constables. Separately, five policemen died in a terror incident, and an explosion at a mine near Ghihuhuma Mexico killed twelve with many injured. An American victims count is unknown.

Scripps News Association Odessa Anaronte—Tocay el Paso Tex Santa Eula Ghihuhuma Mexico

Local residents visit Baker City and beyond

Local items note numerous visitors and travelers: Mrs Lillian Harris from Gove in the city. Mr and Mrs J B Serbert of Enter Prise. Dan Sommer of Elgin en route home. Mrs S Burnett and daughter visiting Baker City. John Dailey of Hilgard in town. Elmer Christianson and Editor Terry Tuttle back from Elgin. W L Watts returning from Hideaway Springs. Mrs Ida Gillis of Athena visiting. Mrs J Ireland and daughters camp with Mrs H S Matsee at Kamela. Geo W Ames from Comstock Texas seeks Wallowa County timber gains. Mrs J A Garlson of Kamen Editor and Mrs Bert Huffman of Pandieton en route to Oklahoma and Montana. Dr and Mrs F E Moore touring Michigan. Lake Minnetonka trip noted.

J. B. Serbert Enter Prise Dan Sommer Elgin S. Burnett Baker City John Dailey Hilgard F. L. Meyers Mary Scott Idaho G. W. Benson Union WV. L. Watts Hidaway Springs J. Ireland Kamela H.S. Matsee J. A. Garlson Kamen Bert Huffman Pandieton Oklahoma Montana Huffman East Oregonian F.E. Moore Michigan Chicago Minneapolis

Scotch Concert Coming by Nannie Strachan and Gavin Spence

R M Alexander, Scotland, and advance agent for the Nannie Strachan Song and Story Ent Co, left for Walla Walla and arranged an Oct 1 appearance. Nannie Strachan soprano and Gavin Spence tenor, both natives of Scotland, have won favorable press notices. The show blends Scotch songs with stories from Scotland Hawaii New Zealand and Egypt.

R. M. Alexander Scotland Nannie Strachan Hawaii New Zealand Egypt

Tule Clubhouse Guard Housed by Local Businessmen

New Tule region business leaders who lease the Tule section have erected a clubhouse and appointed a caretaker to manage affairs and remove trespassers from the area.

Tule

Lake Shore Case Probes Inter State Commerce Violations

Judge Beatha impanels a second jury in Chicago to hear testimony on alleged inter state commerce law violations by Standard Oil Company and Lake Shore railroad. The session begins with the non payment of storage charges as the initial focus of the rebating investigation.

Scripps News Association Chicago Beatha Standard Oil Company Lake Shore Railroad

Sultan Graciously Free Prisoners Across Empire

Constantinople Aug 16 The Sultan grateful for recovery orders release of all prisoners who have completed two thirds of their terms across the empire.

Scrippa News Association Constantinople

Registered English Setter Sent by Brother to A. Andrews

A registered letter arrives for Al Andrews from his brother M Andrews of Cleveland Ohio a wealthy dog fancier. The certificate bears the name Dan Oakley a relation of the famous Don Gildstone. Andrews says Dan has only hunted quail but could become a valuable dog with proper training. The color is black and white and Al is proud and elated.

al. Andrews M. Andrews Cleveland Ohio Dan Oakley Don Gildstone Mr. Andrews Dan

Strike in Wallowa Delays Extension Work and Picnic Plans

Elgin reports twenty workers on the Wallowa extension went on strike, halting progress with four miles of track remaining before the next section. The August 26 date is postponed as a result. Dan Ackley traveled to Durkee seeking a homestead while La Grande residents explore Baker County sites.

Elgin Wallowa Traiman Dan Ackley Durkee la Grande Baker County

Tempting Fish Plate Delights Diners at Local Eatery

Patrons praise the restaurant for quality ingredients and a chef who understands his craft. A tempting plate of fish is offered to entice customers with a satisfying first bite and a desire for more. Regular dinners priced at 25 cents promise an appealing dining option.

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