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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1910
Page
4
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The Oregonian urges the Portland City Council to enact a strong enforceable saloon ordinance. It warns that weak enforcement invites graft complaints and public outcry, while a well enforced law will reduce crime and nuisance without partnerships with criminals or police. The council must face its duty.
The Detroit News reports James J. Hill, powerful financier and industrial leader, raising a cry of disaster that startled observers. The piece frames his alarm over stakes in the millions and his perception of looming calamity.
The excerpt notes President Taft warning that thousands could lose jobs as labor unrest and court measures are debated. It questions whether the unrest is driven by private motives or public policy, while asserting the country is economically sound and railroads prosper.
A La Grande optician offers up to date scientific eye examinations and glasses ground in his workshop. He guarantees satisfaction and free lens changes within a year if vision cannot be improved, claiming to serve those who cannot afford high prices while preserving personalized service and accuracy.
Negotiations completed between Washington High School of Chicago and Oak Park High School for a football game to be held here on December 31 or January 7. Chicago seeks an extended midwest tour with games in Tacoma Aberdeen Wenatchee and Portland after the season.
The county doctors formed the Wallowa County Medical Society at a meeting in the hospital of Drs. Gregory and Gregory. Dr J H Thompson of Joseph was elected president with Dr C T Hockett of Enterprise as vice president and Dr Jeter of Joseph as secretary treasurer. Ault and Hockett were named to draft a constitution and by laws. The next quarterly session is in April with attendees from Joseph Enterprise and Wallowa.
An old Hills Drug Store ad touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe effective cough and cold remedy. The yellow packaged product is promoted as containing no opiates and offering quick relief.
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