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La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1909

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Zelaya Resigns as Nicaragua News Sparks Power Shift

Reports from Managua and Bluefields on December 17 indicate President Zelaya has resigned. Generals Vasquez Chamorro and Toledo reach a no fighting pact at Bluefields while Estrada gains support. U S moves to recognize Estrada and seek punishment for Zelaya.

New Orleans Zelaya Nicaragua Managua Vasquez Estrada Chamorro Toledo Bluefields Rama Madriz Washington Suizer New York House United States

American Ejected From Panama By President Spiller Case Fallout

Colon December 17 A American resident, W G Spiller proprietor of the Astor hotel and alleged owner of the Cuban steamer Otori, was expelled from Panama by a presidential decree. He claims no involvement in canal workers migrations and says they boarded his ship of their own accord. The case follows earlier arrest and release after the supreme court ruled the president had no right to eject him.

Colon W. G. Spiler Astor Hotel Otori Panama Territory Spiller Royal Mail Magdaléna Jamaica New York Pesident Obaldia Hicre Canal Brazil Supreme Court

Attorneys Move to Intercede in Spiller Case

Two prominent American lawyers depart for Washington to seek government intervention. They argue that forcibly seizing Spiller and confiscating his property without lawful cause violates the treaty between the two nations and risks similar action against any American.

Washington Spiller

Eccentric Dayton Pioneer Gave Away His Property

Milo McKellips, a wealthy Dayton pioneer, reportedly donated nearly all his estate to prevent relatives from gaining it. Once valued at about 40 000 dollars, his remaining wealth is around 1 200 dollars with his fortune mainly in banked money. He bought his own coffin and burial robes a year before death to minimize bother.

Walla Walla Union Milo McKellips

Lee Gharue Dismissed in Worthless Check Case

The Dalles reports the dismissal of Lee Gharue after his custody in Shaniko on a charge of passing worthless checks in La Grande. Lee, an attorney with ties to La Grande and Joseph, gained note for sharp legal work in the Tucker trial and later married in Wallowa County before moving to La Grande and westward.

A. Lee Liberty Shaniko la Grande Lee Dalles Tucker Wallowa Ivanhoe Joseph J. W. Knowles

May Renew the Strike in Railroad Dispute

Spokane report states union railroad workers in the switchman dispute could be pulled off the job next. The strike demands and grievances await arbitration, with hearings not yet set. The Sommer family and Mr Julius Sommer and children are visiting from Highn, joining Mr and Mrs T J Scroecin.

Spokane Dan Sommer Julius Sommer Highn T. J. Scroecin

Ballinger Under Fire as House Demands Investigation

Washington December 17 An attack on Secretary Ballinger on the House floor by Rep Hitchcock Nebr signals a full investigation into the General Land Office. The move centers on charges by L R Glavis linked to the Alaska Coal Field probe. Ballinger denies the charges calling them fabrications and accuses Hitchcock of partisanship.

Washington Interior Ballinger Hitchcock Nebraska General Land Office L. R. Glavis The Land Office Committee On Rules Joe Cannon White House Taft Asith Bllinger Bessies

Stylish cab comes to La Grande as ambulance coach

Ambulance coach under E. L. Bussey arrives in La Grande. The new Berlin ambulance coach is larger than a cab yet stylish and versatile enough to convert into an emergency vehicle. It is prized for interior upholstery and practicality. The first couple married in the city will receive free cab service.

B. L. Bussy Berlin la Grande Cmb Mr. Bussey

Commercial Club Inspects Automatic Threshing Plant

A Commercial Club committee visited the Automatic Threshing plant to study operation and safety features. They noted many points of interest and will prepare a detailed report at the next board meeting.

Commercial Club Extreme

Belgium's King Leopold Dies After Surgery

The Belgian king died at 2 35 am after a heart embolism following a late operation. The regency will govern pending Prince Albert's succession. funeral set for next Wednesday. London reports reveal disputed marriage to Baroness Vaughn San Remo, sparking public upset. Elsewhere a Pendleton sidewalk dispute pauses city repairs amid court action.

Brussels Joe Albert of Leopold Thurar Steels Erfat Beliian London Vaughn San Remo Italy Prince Albert Vaughn Poace

Restraining Orders Issued In City Case

Pendleton December 17 Judge Bean reinstated the injunction in the Oliver vs La Grande case for 20 days to allow the full record to go to the supreme court. A motion to join the city of La Grande from building a sidewalk in front of Oliver property was argued with City Attorney Baker for La Grande. Turner Oliver seeks an injunction.

Supreme Courts Mattett J. W. Knowles Pendleton Jadce Bean Supreme Court Thin City Lafiramie-Turner Oliver Benn City of la Grande Oliver Baker Turner Oliver

Aged Man to Undergo Mental Examination

Elihu M. Clark, transported from Elgin this afternoon, will be examined for mental illness. Given clear signs of insanity, authorities expect his commitment to the asylum. Clark was declared insane late today.

Elihu M. Clark Elgin Clark Wis

Experts question Dr Cook Arctic data accuracy

Copenhagen December 17 experts on the data committee from New York report Frosts and storms in polar regions limit absolute data accuracy They say Cook s figures could raise more suspicion if exact than if some inaccuracies exist The committee began work today and aims for a decision within a fortnight Also a high school basketball game and girls team tryouts scheduled for tonight were postponed.

Copenhagen Dr. Cook New York Cook

Lombard Hearing On Alleged Cruelty To Stepchildren

The Elgin court session investigates alleged mistreatment of Lombard stepchildren in Miginy care before Judge Henry. The hearing began after the Elelm train brought Lombard and the children, with Deputy Sheriff Lindgren present. Proceedings continue awaiting witnesses with affidavits charging extreme cruelty.

Favinile Lombard Miginy Henry Elelm Lindgren Toest Ense Ia Wit- Elgin

Hypnotism Linked to East Orange Death Mystery

New York reports Mrs. Caroline Martin and Mrs. Mary Snead, mother and aunt of Ocey Snead, say they seek no fear over extradition as investigators pursue a theory that Ocey Snead died under hypnotic influence. Authorities allege mesmeric forces involving the mother and two aunts may have caused the death in a bathtub mystery.

New York Caroline Martin Mary Snead Ocey Snead East Orange N. J New Jersey Mra. Snead Virginia Wardlaw

Bulletin on Farm Business Methods Draws Attention

Deam J. A. Bexell of the Oregon Agricultural College school of commerce releases a bulletin "Business Methods for the Farm" explaining simple bookkeeping for farm records. Over 80 students join preliminary debating and oratorical contests as the college nears completion of a large new armory 60 yards wide and 130 yards long. A short course for farmers and teachers begins January 4 and is expected to attract many participants.

Oregon Agricultural College

Bank Robbery Foiled by Quick Bandit Escape in Oklahoma

Geronimo Oklahoma December 17 bandits looted the Olt zone bank taking 1650 dollars before fleeing south into broken country. A posse formed and pursued with exchanges of fire around three o clock. A pursuing officer remained with the sheriff to block further pursuit and expects capture within hours.

Geronimo Oklahoma Oltzone Tiia

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