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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1910
Page
4
Bruge Dennis, editor and owner, advertises post office mailing as second class matter at La Grande. The Daily Except Sunday publication details subscription rates and the paper’s policy against unsigned or nom de plume articles. Signed pieces will be revised at the editor’s discretion.
The piece argues against violent denunciation of newspapers and warns that banning saloons may worsen crime through bootlegging and illicit alcohol. It questions whether a sweeping state prohibition can be enforced in a county hostile to it and notes Multnomah County’s likely resistance to prohibition.
A. W. Lafferty, a self proclaimed candidate in the Second district, calls for a speech making campaign and challenges all challengers to debate. He argues a congressman must be a strong public speaker, though history shows effective legislators aren’t always the loudest orators. He criticizes the “dignified silence” idea and notes that eloquence alone does not guarantee work in Congress.
The text argues against state-wide prohibition and local option as applied by Multnomah County. It notes historical shifts from county autonomy to statewide stance and questions the effectiveness of county units, citing Union county and La Grande where enforcement and respect for liquor laws vary.
Residents of the Grande Ronde valley push for an irrigation district to conserve and distribute winter rainfall in the Willamette Valley. They argue more water means greener fields and stronger profits, noting current dryness and potential for alfalfa, hogs, and cattle growth.
The piece notes John Manning plans a gubernatorial run on the Democratic ticket as Oswald West also pursues the race. It mentions Manning’s strong jockey support in Oregon and cites Samuel White, Manning’s law partner, as an influential figure in the political scene while hinting at possible West withdrawal implications.
Congressman Poindexter participates in a governors convention in Salt Lake to urge western conservation. The article casts him as a volatile candidate whose future reputation in the house or senate is uncertain and suggests he might seek dramatic tactics to boost his popularity.
California admits confusion over the new direct primary law with no Mr. U Ren to explain affairs. The writer notes Oregon's T R lacks ability to cover both states while Taft's administration progresses quietly without fanfare.
Portland man Robert McClure arrives in La Grande this morning from Bakersfield to work on the Observer advertising alley and to attend to the paper's make-up duties.
Every prescription brought to us is compounded by a registered pharmacist of ample experience. Your physician will be pleased if we fill his prescriptions at Newlin Drug Co.
The Blue Mountain Grange asks members to assemble at the hall at 10 a m on Saturday August 20. The afternoon brings a discussion on the Irrigation project with the public invited. Mattie H Golden secretary.
Sheriff Childers, a Democrat, files nominating petition and asks voters to endorse his current term by re-electing him as Union County sheriff this fall. He states his intent to continue serving in the office.
C A Barrett of Athena Oregon announces candidacy for joint senator for the district embracing Union Umatilla and Morrow counties. He pledges direct primary law economy in public funds good roads better schools strict law enforcement square deal and progress and to support the people's choice for senator if nominated and elected.
The article notes eastern Oregon sheriff positions often go to Democrats. It cites Till Taylor in Umatilla, Ed Rand in Baker, and Marvin in Wallowa as examples, while Childers faces GOP critics. Union County Republicans aim to break the pattern with a Republican win.
A publication notes that a remedy labeled Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver is claimed to improve complexion. Brinton and Siemsaceadee are referenced in association with the treatment, though specific outcomes are not detailed. The report presents the claim without verification details.
The GHIGKEN PIES Wednesday Neighborhood Club plans a chicken pie dinner August 24 in the Odd Fellows Hall to fund the upcoming after show with many prizes for yard and indoor displays. Served 6 30 to 8 00 p m at 50 cents per plate.
The Golden Rule Co enlarges the dry goods gallery for a millinery department with Mrs. L. Smith to supervise this coming season.
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