Riogha Urges Police Protections Amid Public Disorder
The mayor vows strong police protection for all as authorities promise full public support. He plans to remove barriers at Stockade and end disturbances with swift action expected soon.
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1911
Page
1
Proclamation by La Grande Mayor on Restoring City Peace
A. L. Richardson declares that lawlessness must cease during the strike period. He directs police and peace officers to act together to maintain order and preserve peace, stating he will appoint additional officers if needed to ensure the safety of life and property in La Grande. Done and dated 1911 in La Grande.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Grande
I. A. L. Richardson
Richardson plans extra police to curb strike violence in La Grande
Mayor A L Richardson announced a plan to deploy additional police to protect a La Grande street from molestation during a strike. The measure, supported by taxpayers, aims to deter disturbances with prepared officers ready to arrest if needed and coordinated with local businesses for cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Grande
Paign
A. L. Richardson
Richardson
Stockades Plan Endorsed to Avoid Striker Abuse
Officials say they will stop the practice once they ensure workers receive proper treatment. Meanwhile men will be allowed to board and lodge outside the stockade during the adjustment period.
Chinese Rebels Extend Armistice and Seek Abdication
Chinese rebels declare an extension of the armistice to December 21 as penal negotiations begin. They insist on abdication of the emperor and recognition of the republic, while Premier Yuan is thought willing to concede all but republic recognition, fueling suspicion he seeks the throne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pekin
Yuang
Republi
Princes Greet King in Delhi Reception
King George receives native princes in Delhi as they arrive and depart in a continuous stream of gaudy splendor. He rivals a towering equestrian monument of Edward during the afternoon ceremonies. An India memorandum was presented by British residents and natives amid reported jealousy among petty princes over salutes and precedence which could spark tribal tensions after the king leaves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delhi
George
Edward
India
University President Installed at Southwestern University
Georgetown Texas December 8 Many noted divines and educators of the Methodist Episcopal Church South arrive for the inauguration of Dr Charles M Bishop as president of Southwestern University The three day ceremonies include an academic address by President W P Few of Durham College and the installation service presided by Dr James E Kilgore of Texarkana The inaugurals sermon will be preached Sunday by Dr Frank K Sanders president of Washburn College
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown
Texas
Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Charles M. Bishop
Southwestern University
W. P. Few
Durham College
James E. Kilgore
Texarkana
Frank K. Sanders
Washburn College
Unwritten Law Case Scheduled For Callaway Court
In Callaway county circuit court Richard M. Johnson faces murder charges for killing John Griggs at Boydsville last summer. The shooting follows Johnson’s wife confessing to wrongdoing with the deceased, and the trial is expected to draw much attention next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fulton
Callaway County
Richard M. Johnson
John Griggs
Boydsville
Johnson
Griggs
Whist Tournament Draws Players to Oshkosh Armory
Devotees from many points gathered in Oshkosh Wisconsin to compete in the annual Northeast ern Wisconsin Whist league tournament. Play began in Armory B this afternoon and continues tomorrow in a regional card game event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oshkosh
Wis
Armory B
Dr Robert Collyer Celebrated on 88th Birthday
New York observes Dr Robert Collyer turning 88 today with numerous congratulatory messages from friends and admirers across Europe and America. The famed Unitarian preacher’s milestone draws attention from religious and lay communities alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Robert Collyer
Europe
America
Simple remedy for alfalfa bloat from Dr Charlton
A veterinary today advised a home treatment for alfalfa bloat in cattle after a milk cow died last evening in the city. The method requires feeding a half teacup of coal oil in water and promptly gagging the cow to relieve the distress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlton
Public notice on banquet reservations at Foley hotel
Those not here for the Commercial club banquet Monday evening at the Foley hotel should call Mr. Wood Mr. Collier or Mr. Dunn so that plates may be reserved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Club
Foley Hotel
Mr. Wood
Mr. Collier
Mr. Dunn
McManigal Testifies in McNamara Dynamite Probe
Ortie McManigal testified before a grand jury in Los Angeles and San Francisco, naming several labor leaders as aware of dynamite schemes. The federal probe widens with 130 subpoenas coastwide as witnesses are kept secret and Indianapolis prepares a larger, center-stage investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Ortie McManigal
fla@y
San Francisco
McManigal
United States
Pacific Coast
Andy Gallagher
Olai Tylermoe
San Francisco Labor Council
John McNamara
Indianapolis
Dec
Bsixty
United States Grand Jury
McNamara
Terrorist Council
McNamaras
Lawler
Miller
Washington
Democrats urge Frank Phy to seek county sheriff post
A wave of overtures from county Democrats asks Frank Phy to run for sheriff. Supporters tout his prior record as one of the best and say his name would attract votes across parties. Phy says several have urged him but he is undecided on whether to enter the race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buz
Frank Phy
Union County Democracy
Phy
Ines
the Observer
Arizona Election Games Tuesday
Arizona voters head to the polls next Tuesday to decide state officials two U.S. senators representatives supreme court members district judges state senate and house seats and county and precinct officers. A statewide vote on removing the judicial recall from the constitution is also on the ballot with three full party tickets Democratic Republican and Socialist fielded for governor and other offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenis
Ariz
Dec
Arizona
United States
Congress
Supreme Court
Arison
Io W. P. Hunt
Globe
Political contest shapes up for Arizona legislature and Senate
W Wells of Prancott labels Republicans as delaying tactics to seize the legislature and back two U S Senate hopefuls Ralph Cameron and Hoval A. Smith. Democrats favor Henry P. Ashuret and Marcus Swit, Socialists back BE Johnson and P. Simonton. For Congress, Mulford Winsor faces John Williams and Jno Halberg. outcomes uncertain due to multiple candidates.
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W. Wells
Prancott
P. Te Granntine
Ope
Segislature
Jssure
United States
Ralph Cameron
Territorial
Ho Val A. Smith
Bisbee
Heary FP. Ashuret
Prescott
Marcus Swit
Tieson
Johnson
P. Simonton
Globa
Congress
Mulford Winsor
Yuma
John Williams
Biebee
Jno Halberg
Jerome
Optimistic Outlook Headlines Utah Wool Growers Convention
In Salt Lake City the Utah Wool Growers Association opened its annual convention with optimistic reports on the state's wool industry. The gathering is described as one of the largest in attendance and will continue through tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Lake City
Utah
Utah Wool Growers’ Association
Northern Minnesota Development Association Opens in St Cloud
A two days convention began in St Cloud with strong turnout. Louis W. Hill president of the Great Northern railway and chairman of the Minnesota highway commission delivered the feature address on the opening day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Cloud
Minn
Northern Minnesota Development Association
Louis W. Hill
Great Northern Railway
Minnesota Highway Commission
Bridge Collapse Drowns Up To Two Hundred Workers
In St Petersburg a Volga bridge under construction collapsed during a freeze. Estimates say between 100 and 200 workmen were killed as ice pressures fractured supports. A dozen bodies were recovered as troops aided survivors.
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St. Petersburg
Volga
Midland Jubilee Showcases Moran Well inird irrigation boom
Midland Texas hosts a jubilee to highlight the Moran well hailed as one of the greatest irrigation wells on record. The well is reported to produce 2000 gallons per minute from 121 feet with experts believing capacity could double, drawing home seekers and investors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midland
Texas
Colorado Poultry Fanciers Exhibit Opens in Denver
The 12th annual Colorado Poultry Fanciers exhibition opened in Denver today and will run until next Wednesday. About 3,000 fancy bred poultry stock including chickens turkeys ducks geese pigeons rabbits and other varieties are on display in the auditorium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Colo
Colorado Poultry Fanciers’ Association
Saltah Beach Orchestra at Honan Hall Tonight
Saltah Beach Orchestra plays at Honan hall tonight at 8:30 p m under the Federation of Shop Employees banner. Proceeds from the concert and Elby hall dance go to the strikers funds, with a popular program expected to please music lovers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honan Hall
Federation of Shop Employes
Elby Hall
Explosion aboard Maine reported by Vreeland board
Washington officials release findings from the Vreeland board claiming an external Spanish mine caused the explosion that sank the Maine in Havana harbor. The report confirms the act as the cause and details the formal inquiry's conclusions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Maine
Havana Harbor
Vreeland Board
Story of Lillian Gahan Recites Fateful Lexington Episode In Trial
Idrrian Graham and Ethel Conrad face trial for shooting Hotelman Stokes. Gahan, born in Washington state and 23, recounts meeting Stokes and a Lexington Farm meeting. She denies Stokes supported her and describes a forged letter admission of a prior game. Sisters react emotionally as letters suggest no prior impropriety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Idrrian Graham
Ethel Conrad
Stokes
Washington State
Frisco
Mra. Singleton
Slater
Lexington
Memphis
Miss. Graham
Singleton
Andrews
Wool Men Seek Unity to Improve Tariff Fight
J. G. Hoke secretary of the Oregon Wool Growers Association visited Medical Springs this morning and plans to travel to Omaha for the National association of woolmen. He urges wool growers to unite educate members about tariffs and push for better conditions through organized effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
J. G. Hoke
Oregon Wool Growers’ Association
Medical Springs
Thas
Omaha
National Association of Woolmen
Hoke
Meyers Buys Residence on Spring and First Street
F. L. Meyers purchased the J. B. Stoddard residence on Spring and First street. Workers are installing heating systems and making extensive repairs. Meyers plans to move in after renovations and may soon sell his Main street home as negotiations proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. L. Meyers
J. B. Stoddard
Spring and
First Street
Mr. Meyers
Main Street
Thumb 18 Hoodoo Injury Recurs In Thumb Loss Case
The article details Roy Jacobs who previously lost the end of a thumb and now suffered another accident while cutting kindling that further reduced thumb size. The wound, while not severe, is aggravating as healing progresses and affects the injured hand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Jacobs
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