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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1911
Page
4
A garbled note from La Grande port office comments on serious matters. It mentions keeping matter at a common cost and references free corn and mob influence. The text cites J N Larned on civilization and the eradication of mob influence in modern America.
The article extols public libraries as the crown of democracy and a superior conduit of education. It argues libraries surpass colleges and lectures in advancing culture, envisioning future refinement of institutions and the universal right to information stored in literature.
The Arcades Theatre presents daily features including Every Day Life in Mallaca a Pathe scenic, The Power of God a western tale, Madam Tallien a dramatic Lubin story with Johnson and Miss Lawrence, Dont Forget on Wednesday and Thursday the 6th and 7th, Poul Play a three reel story, Chas Reed's Famous Story fr. Williame sings You Look Just Like the Girl That Used to Go to School With Me. You are always welcome.
The Commercial Club plans a banquet at Foley hotel Monday evening with plates already reaching the hundred mark. The meeting aims to plan the coming season amid La Grande’s reported growth and orderly progress. Members Dunn Woods and Collier urge all business people to attend and join the gathering.
Taft's message to Congress is described as plain and honest, reflecting sound doctrine and patriotic leadership. The piece notes no drama or flames, but a clear articulation of governmental beliefs and a growing public appreciation for the president's true worth.
The movement for socialism recedes as voters rally behind W. J. Church opposing socialist candidate Mr Wines. Community support grows to prevent the city from entering the socialist column with polls suggesting a stronger but not decisive socialist showing next Monday election.
President Taft proposes a federal incorporation framework to supervise large combos, with a Bureau of Corporations aiding courts in dissolving and reorganizing disintegrating trusts. He supports voluntary charters, strict rules, publicity, and ongoing anti trust enforcement.
The notice urges shoppers to start holiday buying now for best satisfaction. It highlights benefits for shoppers merchants and clerks and describes La Grande stores as stocked with useful gift articles. It encourages early planning and browsing to prepare for the season.
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