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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
4
Currey Brothers editors say daily and weekly rates in advance, with various terms. The paper notes second class matter and disclaims unsigned pieces. signed articles subject to editors' discretion. Advertising rates and notices priced per line or per insertion.
Pendleton women lead a campaign to finance a new public library through taxation and city support. The East Oregonian urges community funds to equip the new quarters and to secure ongoing government backing, praising the volunteers and the educational value of a library.
The Portland Oregonian denounces editorials praising petty charges and embezzlement as danger to public morals. It argues perjury in minor offenses is still crime and urges newspapers to condemn lawbreakers to deter future wrongdoing.
A landmark win for reform measures triumphs amid high stakes and political tension. Key supporters tout cleaner governance while opponents warn of unintended consequences and lingering challenges.
A fragment describes the Heney life in San Francisco last evening and hints at legal loopholes and justice. It mentions football and contrasts with a basketball game at the rink tonight, noting the brutality of sports and the appeal of the rink.
Citizens in La Grande rally for a welfare duty honoring the city’s youth. The event stresses community policing and public action to support local families and schools.
D Teel of Echo signs a four year lease with Henrietta Milling Co to rent 135 acres of alfalfa land within a half mile of Echo. The company will manage the property at no cost to Teel and pay a semi annual rent of 1018.50, the highest for a large Umatilla county tract. The land is praised as one of the finest alfalfa tracts in the Echo district, expected to yield seven tons per acre. Also notes a sale of lard at Midget Market with various price points and contact details.
Oregon shows rain in the northeast portion tonight with warmer temperatures and rain possible Saturday. Washington reports rain tonight and Saturday with warmer conditions and a southerly breeze along the coast. Idaho notes rain and warmer conditions in the south with warmer trends in the north tonight.
Advertisement notes guaranteed pure lard at 60 cents per pound available tomorrow only at Midget Market. No other items listed.
Townspeople discuss the disappearance of George Herr and Beastie Palmer amid rumors they eloped to Boise or Walla Walla and wed. Herr, employed at City Grocery, asked for two weeks off. Palmer,17, left school and has not been seen. friends suspect a private marriage as a prank.
Naval Observatory officials announce four eclipses in the coming year two solar and two lunar. The first solar eclipse on June 17 will be visible across much of North America the December 12 solar eclipse will be visible in the United States. Lunar eclipses occur on June 3 and November 26 with the first visible in part of North America and the second across the continent.
John Minnick was today sentenced to one year in the state penitentiary after conviction for stealing two calves. The value was not stated in the indictment. Attorneys plan to appeal to the supreme court.
Bordeaux reports ex president Castro departed for Paris today and will travel to Berlin after a brief stay. The French government warns he will be expelled if he provokes public disorder or conducts interviews or press campaigns supporting his stance or the Venezuelan government.
North Yakima Washington December 11 a Vancouver British Columbia based corporation the Sisters of Charity will erect an eighty thousand dollar building in the city. Construction is seen to begin in the spring.
Will discuss changes in tariff on wool and hides as a feature of the 56th annual convention to be held in Pocatello Idaho mid next month. Forest preservation conservation of natural resources and lower freight rates are also on the program for the gathering.
A Midget market advertises a one day sale with 20 percent off lard, encouraging customers to buy tomorrow and save compared with regular prices.
Officer case now on as James Office vaxel faces charge of breaking into a dwelling. The trial follows securing the jury this afternoon with attorneys Mat Une and Ov Dence presenting. Principal witnesses include a woman and her 10 year old daughter.
A brief note advertises a line of hand colored Klser photographs of American scenes and Christmas greetings. Limited supply. customers urged to call at once from 906 Main Avenue to purchase.
A fragmented ad notes pails of lard offered at a special price with a tomorrow only phone contact and a local business hint. The odd formatting shows scattered figures and branding terms.
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