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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1910
Page
4
The Observer states postal entry as second class matter at La Grande. It outlines subscription rates for daily weekly and monthly copies and prohibits unsigned or nom de plume articles. Signed pieces will be revised at editor discretion and readers are urged to sign their articles to avoid disappointment.
The article discusses the Ellexson murder trial in Union County Circuit Court. It notes the case rests on circumstantial evidence and highlights the sheriff and prosecuting attorney's collaboration in uncovering witnesses and links. It also urges public vigilance and stresses the potential impact on society if he is guilty or acquitted.
Professor Stout at La Grande opened his lecture season with a policy to give a ticket to any child unable to pay. The idea drew strong approval, as it highlights grownups' focus on personal pleasure and ignores children.
Rev. Percy Bucknell Grant of New York questions what makes writing worthwhile. He lists New York paper items from the past three months and asks how much of a mind spirit or effort is truly valuable, arguing that a newspaper mirrors daily life and society and must include the activity of its people to be worth while.
Dr. N. Molitor treats John Michaels at the hospital after a lumber camp accident at Palmer Junction yesterday afternoon left Michaels with a broken leg. The incident occurred in the local lumber camps.
Christmas sale notes clear bags at lower prices than ever before. Silverthorne's Family Drug Store advertises extra good values for shoppers seeking bags.
The University of Oregon Glee Club passed through the city en route east singing at Ontario today and Baker tomorrow night. The group then proceeds to Pendleton after Baker with no stop here this year due to conflicting dates.
Reading shows a club program featuring a main act and an aggregation of songsters performing across the season. The text notes a themed lineup and artistic collaboration within the venue.
The sun has reached its southern limit over the Tropic of Capricorn and is at the winter solstice. After today, daylight will lengthen as the days grow longer from noon onward.
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