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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1904
Page
1
Early winter weather greeted the fair as gates opened for children and others who could not attend. President David B Francis attended, with crowds swelling to a record attendance. The day was a holiday in St Louis schools and across the state.
Conservative estimates place this season's potato crop in the Greeley district at about 3,000 carloads more than last year. Prices are low, growers sell mainly to cover digging and storage costs. Many farmers store in dugouts awaiting better prices as the season progresses. Lone Tree fields report 150 to 200 sacks per acre, with hail blamed for prior damage in the first three years.
Official Utah vote totals from the recent election record 62 444 for a Republican elector and 29 081 for a Democratic elector. Roosevelt’s plurality is 5757. This brief note confirms the statewide returns and margin.
Report notes German Austrian pressure on a commercial treaty, with semi official papers criticizing Austro-Hungarian obstinacy and denouncing the treaty as a prelude to tariff hostilities, arguing reciprocity is preferable to a tariff war.
A reader criticizes tight overdraw reins on street horses as cruel. The piece argues horses should be hitched with loose, comfortable reins yet secured to prevent tripping or wandering. It warns against forcing the animal to bear an awkward head position for long periods.
Nan Patterson is seriously ill at the Tombs with tonsillitis and a high fever. Dr McGuire, Tombs physician, says she may appear in court Monday when her case is called again.
A blaze at St Marys hospital in Colorado on December 1 at 1:30 PM, fanned by high winds, trapped about 300 patients who were being carried out by firefighters as the building burned.
Ten American fishing craft sight sailing and two steamers were seized by the Canadian protective cruiser Uarlow and fined for illegal fishing in Canadian waters. The fine will be paid and the matter will not involve an international question.
The ceremony in Mexico City marked the seventh presidential term for Porfirio Diaz with President-elect Ramon Carranza as vice president. The chamber of deputies witnessed the oath as streets were decorated and a day of games and public festivity followed.
The Observer notes possible plans to heat Le Grande with hot water from Hot Lake to power a packing house fruit dryer vinegar works mill and related shops. Informants deny knowledge, yet a large volume of hot water currently goes to waste nearby.
Porfirio Diaz begins another presidential term in Mexico City with grand ceremony. Born in Oaxaca on September 15, 1830, he is described as over 74 years old. Diaz notes long rule from 1877 to 1904 and cites sustained prosperity. He is described as of mixed European and Indigenous ancestry through his great grandmother.
Col Andrew J Neff a key figure in raising the 84th Indiana volunteers and later a brigadier general died at Antonia teras on November 27 at age 79. He traveled from his home state to Kansas City Kansas and then Texas seeking relief for his health.
The national WCTU convention was organized in Philadelphia. Reports were presented including one by Mrs Lucian Addison of Oregon.
The queen was the recipient of an immense number of presents during a ceremonial event, with many attendees presenting tokens and honors to her honor.
Judith N Snodgrass daughter of Mr and Mrs W J Snodgrass and Guy McUolly married November 30 1904 at the Snodgrass home in La Grande Oregon Rev Edwin B Hayes officiated the ceremony attended by immediate relatives. After a wedding supper the couple moved to a new cottage on North Hill and will reside there with many well wishers and gifts.
In Pendleton Nov 27 1904 Rev Bleakney joined Wade W Brooks and Miss Josie Twarling in marriage. The couple, noted as respected Summerville youngsters, will reside there. Irvin Atkins ceremony in Elgin November 27 1904 united Mr W J Irvin and Miss Myrtle Atkins by Rev Goll.
Arguments in the Burton case from Kansas Senator Burton were resumed before the Supreme Court today as part of the Observer Special coverage.
Prominent New York lawyer Franklin Paddock, Princeton graduate, was found dead in his bed this morning from suspected gas inhalation. Authorities believe the death may be self-inflicted.
The Elks lodge will hold a memorial service Sunday in their hall to remember departed brothers. A program is planned with a welcome ode, vocal pieces, a memorial address by O E Cochran, and a eulogy for the fallen members. The event is free for all to attend.
The text argues nerves are intelligent and form the basis of reason. It warns against dulling a crying nerve with opium, stating that this does not protect against disease. It suggests suppressing fear without harming guardianship of the nervous system, noting such drugs do not prevent wolf attacks.
The prose discusses how the body fights illness by identifying pain sources like gastralgia and fatigue. It suggests physicians seek the root cause, while natives adapt to reduce torment. It ends urging nerve balance and, if needed, consulting an osteopath for proper bodily engineering.
Judge Mullins issued an order calling the grand jury to probe alleged city election frauds. Democrats seek to check the Republican victory as the jury, likely Republican in composition, begins work next week and may review campaign contributions to Governor Peabody.
Mrs J R Vorrest advertises a large consignment brought to the city for holiday use. The store notes nothing new in comics and two and one articles remain available for holiday shopping. Watch the regular ad for complete details.
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