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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1905
Page
1
Berrips News Association reports Illinois under quarantine with traffic almost stopped. In New Orleans at 3 PM on August 26 no deaths. 33 cases recorded with no fatalities. The situation marks a sweeping public health order impacting daily life.
The ore threatening Cricket Mat area was brought under control last night with few burnt fields. The powder house blocking the flames was saved. Local residents of Elgin and surrounding areas aided by protecting property of farmers and timber owners in the path of the fire.
Wooster Aug 26 A judge ruled that testimony about how either parent cared for the children would be admitted in the Taggart trial to show the children are innocent and that the judge would decide the case for the children's best interests.
Williamson's case set for Monday as witnesses are excused until then. Ernest Starr, involved in the prior scene at the last trial, had not yet been discharged from service and remains in Portland awaiting voir dire before the grand jury and the Williamson trial.
Professor Elwell of Branford University argues that sulfur deposits in a crater may trigger eruption within two years. Water entering a sulphur layer could ignite volcanic activity, mirroring Mount Etna’s past behavior.
Police in Beattle uncover a scheme to deport underage girls to Alaska for immoral purposes. J W Marvin and Robert McNeil were arrested as authorities sweep up the ring. Five girls found confined at a disreputable lodging house await further action while Seattle procurers are said to have already sent others north.
The track dried out and proved better than expected as the race concluded with Ormondale first in 1:14-5. Limb and Belmont finished second and third amid limited betting at the event.
Early morning updates from Portsmouth report peace envoys awaiting final government messages ahead of a possible meeting today. Russia signals hard demands on cash, Sakhalin, and prisoner care while Japan weighs concessions and potential adjournment amid rising tension.
A blaze early today at the Marandcook hotel in Lake Marandcook Hive, Jerippa News Association reports three people killed and others burned or injured. Hotel staff say escapees, including a Mart'n and Boston family members, jumped from windows in night attire, with over forty workers and guests managing to flee.
Chicago sees a clash as the city becomes the focal point in a national dispute between employing printers and the Typographical Union. Open shop notices appear in four large shops and several strikes are anticipated as the union presses for an eight hour day.
Washington Aug 20 The state department announced the steamer Australian held by Japanese authorities has been sent to the prize court. Yokohama officials turned the crew over to American counsel general. The captain, officers, and crew claim they have no money.
Acting Secretary of War General Hares denies a Scrippa News Association report that the Northern division trade quarters would move from St. Louis to Chicago Ubicago.
The American steamer Montana bound for Petrohav lenekl was captured by Japanese forces in the Hehring sea on August 23.
Chicago market report notes slight declines in wheat and oats. Wheat closes around 78 1 4 cents per bushel while oats trade near 32 1 2 cents, with corresponding shifts from the previous day.
An early morning blaze on the third floor of the Charles Hook block burned 2 Captain Patrick McMahon of the yacht Mystic and left eighteen others nearly suffocated. Firefighters found the occupants asleep and near death from smoke as the fire raged.
Eddie Boyd and William Connor appeared before Recorder Fnook charged with causing a disturbance at the Chinese noodle joint run by Ching Georges. City Attorney Ivanhoe urged a strong fine to deter repeated trouble. the boys pled guilty and each paid 25. The case signals ongoing concerns over juvenile misbehavior and enforcement.
Telegram reports inspectors examining mislabelled post cards spread by undistinguished senders. It notes sal e cards will be held at post offices and addressed recipients will receive them. Mrs G Moulden returns from two months visiting relatives in the Willamotts valley.
The yacht of Theodore Shonta canal commissioner was burned at Cartebelle Florida and was completely destroyed.
The President and Mrs Roosevelt with a group of friends observed the launch or maneuvers of a submarine boat from Sylph at sea in the morning on August 2.
Reverend Father Beordict Rosioaki testified to police that he was held prisoner for 24 hours without food or water and forced to sign two $600 notes plus return two books. He alleges assault by two men and a woman who also robbed him of $30 and jewelry. a Telegram and suspects on Qedar Avenue are named in the case.
A heavy wind lasting about four hours struck Twin Falls causing unroofed houses and scattered debris. Residents reported a straight-line blast with wind behavior likened to a Kansas twister, though without funnel formation.
Aug 2 report from the Borona News Association Stockholm states the commission appointed to negotiate refers to the dissolution of the union between Norway and another state and announces the first meeting scheduled for August 31 at Carlsbad.
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