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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1911
Page
1
Fragmented report notes GORA Mi Dans rising to the presidency at the National Convention. The text references a high range of the Woman's Relief and mentions Rov terday Places, but details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Portland and La Grande union notices mark a pending meeting of officers and employes with orders issued for next Monday. Little development reported from La Grande as the conference date nears.
A Lehigh Valley passenger train leaped from a trestle into Canandaigua Lake and 3 to 50 are reported dead or injured. About 27 bodies recovered by evening as rescuers work in heavy water and wrecking crews rush doctors and equipment to the scene.
Judge Harvey Trimble of Raleigh was elected commander in chief of the Grand Army at Rochester N C during the session held today.
Mrs. Cora M. Davis of Union has been elected national president of the Woman's Relief Corps of the United States, the highest post in the order. Her rise from Oregon to national leadership reflects long service in subordinate and district roles, with key offices in the Oregon department and national chairs. The announcement came from Rochester, New York, delighting her Union and La Grande friends and boosting Union county's standing in corps circles.
Senator La Follette, in a weekly statement from Madison, accuses President Taft of fearing popular government rather than judiciary recall after vetoing a bill. He says Taft doubts the people can rule beyond a limit, accusing him of preferring government by a few.
Roseburg August 25 Coroner Jewel began an inquiry to fix responsibility for the collapse of the Umpqua river bridge in Cole valley 18 miles from Roseburg. Five men are dead and five injured members of a repair gang were involved. The injured and dead will be brought here tonight. The injured are not expected to die.
Chicago reports say Julius Kruttschnitt refused to recognize the union federation plan after a long talk with J W Kline. Labor leaders warn a major railroad strike could come quickly unless a conference is held to avert it. A Kan sas City meeting and Pacific coast actions loom as possible strike flashpoints.
Washington reports sufficient Democratic national committeemen pledged to ensure Baltimore is chosen for the next convention. Baltimore interests have pledged 100000 dollars to secure the event, while several other cities bid but will not be considered.
Portland fed workers vote not to strike unless national officers order it. La Grande developments are few as rumors spread. Portland and Pacific coast plans loom, while Chicago talks hint at a few days delay before action. Parapet work continues as outsiders await higher orders.
The prosecution closed its case against Geldel the bell boy by presenting a full confession to the murder of millionaire Jackson. He said he went to the room to steal money for his mother and sister and did not mean to kill. The defense begins its case tomorrow. Taft to Attend Republican Outing
Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, arrives in Seattle Sunday at 8 15 p m and is escorted to the labor temple for a formal reception. He will speak Monday evening as the guest of honor at a dinner. The visit accompanies federation business on the Pacific coast.
Editors at Wichita Falls Texas gather for nearly full membership at the Northwest Texas Press Association convention opening. Sessions continue tomorrow with discussions likely on press affairs and regional journalism.
New York reports Atwood completed a cross country flight from St Louis to Manhattan landing at Governor's Island at 2 55 pm. The 1264 mile journey set a world long distance record as crowds cheered and he bowed. Weather prompts a pause with resumption planned in Nyack where repairs were carried out overnight.
The Pacific Athletic Association of the A A U begins its annual track and field championships in Astoria as part of the city’s centennial celebrations. Top athletes from universities colleges high schools and clubs in the west compete across events.
Macon Georgia August 25 The Southeastern Grestera Association which includes leading hotels clerks and managers began its first annual convention in Macon with a large attendance.
About 40 union men from Boston leave for St Louis to join the Union Printers' National Base Ball Association tournament. Ten major city teams will compete in the event.
Beattie Beatty a cousin of the defendant testifies in a wife murder case in Cheterfield Virginia claiming he bought the gun used. The defense aims to counter his account as deputy sheriffs, bloodhounds, footprints and a bearded man described by Beattie shape the testimony. Mandy Alexander identifies the gun found near the crime scene.
San Francisco reports the Eagles convention declared Frank Hering of South Bend Indiana as grand worthy president John Parry as secretary and Finley Mc Mae of Helena as treasurer. Trustees include A D Sanders of Spokane with Cleveland slated to host the next convention.
Humboldt Iowa residents plan a large send off for Frank Gotch the world wrestling champion as he leaves for Chicago. He will be joined by trainers to prepare for the September 4 match against George Hackenschmidt the Russian Lion.
Seattle August 25 President Crawford of the Seattle Renton Southern railway was arrested this afternoon under a law imposing a $1000 fine for charging more than six cents for a ride in the city limits. The incident followed a heated dispute over fares between the public and the line.
Aug 25 report suggests Miss Hsther Cleveland eldest daughter of the late President will marry Randolph West son of President West of Princeton University. The ceremony is rumored for October with residence planned in New England.
National American Woman Suffrage Association committee announces speakers for the Louisville October convention with Rev Anna Howard Shaw of Philadelphia among those listed.
Berlin reports Kaiser Wilhelm issued an order forbidding any member of the Imperial family from appearing here after acting as a theatrical angel. The culprit is unknown and the incident’s details have not been made public.
Aug 25 Purcell Oklahoma reports no arrests expected for mob action that burned Peter Carter a Black man after an assault on Mrs Minnie Sprigging. Sheriff Perrin was in the courthouse when the incident occurred and remains not seeking participants as the town of about 8000 appeared involved.
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