03 Dec 1908
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1908
Page
1
The council approves an ordinance matching state penalties for local option law violators. First offense fines 50 to 200 dollars and 25 to 150 days imprisonment, with harsher penalties for a second offense. The measure takes effect in 30 days. A petition to ban near beer is referred to committee for a future report.
Word arrives that Macauley, noted Montana businessman and former legislator, fell to his death while hunting in a Temoté section near Teton county Montana. He was killed instantly according to reports received today.
Paso Robles reports governorelect Cosgrove in serious condition after indigestion attack. Dr Everhart of Berkeley consulted and Mrs Cosgrove says she is hopeful yet cautious about a possible improvement and return to Washington in coming weeks.
Senator Ankeny departed Walla Walla by O R & N train for Washington to attend the closing session of the 60th Congress set to convene December 8. He expects only routine business this session with weightier matters postponed to a special session after President-elect Taft’s inauguration on March 4. He will travel alone. his family stays in Walla Walla for winter.
Charles Baker sold his stake in the Lyric theater to Dr. Manns the chiropodist and foot specialist. The new proprietors are Far rons and Manns with Manns planning to locate here. A grand ball is scheduled Friday evening at Elks hall.
Washington notes a likely tame end to the 60th Congress with major action on appropriations under one billion dollars, river and harbor bills, and new tariff measures. Labor fights tar labor unions, temperance drives seek dry states, banking reform debates, naval expansion, postal savings, and child labor laws loom before holidays. The Brownsville soldiers issue and the president’s annual message cap the approaching session.
Authorities probe the death of 31 year old Harry Boas found dead after swallowing stomach powders mailed by a letter signer calling himself Charles M Haver M D of San Jose Boas formerly worked as western representative for Bennant Electric Company The letter claimed to provide a cure and urged immediate use of the powders while warning of a lingering indigestion analyst tests on the powders proceed with no physician named in the correspondence
Burns detective John Lawler testified before the grand jury about a setup to trap Luther Brown of the United Railroads in a bribery attempt. He displayed $2000 in marked bills as alleged payment. Indictments may target Brown and unnamed “higher ups” tied to Tirey L. Ford’s chief counsel.
The county court inspected river work between here and Perry where channel alterations will eliminate two bridges. County Bridge Superintendent Joe Campbell oversees the project, which is progressing well and should finish after a few more days of favorable weather.
The council considered curtailing city expenses and told committees to authorize any new costs for street and water departments. It will revisit police force reductions with a mid month meeting. A night man and poundmaster could be cut but action is deferred to the full council.
Children donate pennies to build a mile of pennies project with 150 red coins from Madeline Jones Ruth Jones and Raynold Landrum joining as efforts expand. Banks push circulation while a silver coin is counted in for donated pennies. Riverside Park association canvass continues with growing member interest.
The city splits into districts as solicitors report rapid progress. An incomplete report lists 65 new names and a call to readiness for aid. The fund grows quickly and organizers warn of relentless pressure until funds cover campaign expenses.
The county court approves expanded duties for Judge Henry as a committing magistrate without extra pay. Sheriff service replaces constable fees, and Justice Angua Stewart handles criminal cases only when Henry is unavailable. Civil cases stay in Stewart’s court. district attorney urged the reforms.
Expert J B Eaton’s final report finds a two year $84 shortage during ex Recorder Snook’s administration due to clerical errors. The finance committee and Snook reviewed the books. no blame fell on Snook as errors were not substantiated. The Morning Star misstated a Water Department shortage. rent collections are handled by the recorder, not the water superintendent.
J. B. Officer, recently brought back from Arkansas, will be arraigned tomorrow morning before Judge Henry for a preliminary hearing on charges of stealing a watch. The grand jury is in session and may return a true or not true bill, potentially avoiding examination.
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