31 Dec 1910
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1910
Page
1
A report notes a surprising rise in new building activity over the past seven years, showing growth beyond the entire previous history. The study highlights sustained development, with multiple projects underway across the region.
A fire map and article describe paving water mains cement walks and streetups in a vast extension of city improvements. The piece notes a period of progress culminating with a record building phase and cites an important date regarding urban upgrades.
The 1908 fire map shows 250 commercial buildings 195 barns and stables 477 dwellings. The 1910 map lists 212 commercial buildings 336 private stables 919 dwelling houses with 155 extra dwellings. Total dwellings November 1910: 1074.
New fire maps completed in La Grande reveal ten years of building activity with a 125 percent growth in seven years. The analysis suggests a population near 6,000, contradicting census figures and highlighting the city’s steady expansion and urban development.
The article notes La Grande’s measured growth over a decade driven by persistent effort. It discusses five yearly maps, the scale of involvement, and a startling 125 percent population or development increase in the seven years leading up to 1910.
Citizens of La Grande reflect on extensive water main extensions cement walls paving and park projects marking a new era of street improvement. The Observer asserts no Oregon city but Portland matches the scope of La Grande’s listed enhancements this year.
The city shows many small but cozy homes in remote areas, occupied by working people. A few large projects include the Fred L. Holmes and W.K. Jones residences and the Zuber apartment house. Renters secured leases before construction was finished.
The Observer reports a citywide canvass of business leaders indicating a 10 to 50 percent rise in 1910 over 1909 with overall increases around 33 percent. Small shops show strong gains while department stores also grow. luxuries appear in purchases alongside necessities.
Four suspects robbed Citizens State Bank in Waterville and Waterville State Bank, dynamiting the second vault. They fled in a waiting car after a loud explosion drew the guard, taking an estimated six thousand dollars. A sheriff's posse searches for the quartet.
Frenchman Molasant and English aviator Pualla plunged from about 100 feet during a lift at an aviation meet. Witnesses and an ambulance arrived, but Pualla died en route to hospital. Moisant, once a Salvadoran planter and gunpowder figure in Central America, is noted. Stanley Moisant,14, son of John Moisant, arrived in Los Angeles with Barton Wey and Wey's wife. he visited Mount Lowe unaware of the tragedy.
The Everett Labor Council denounces contempt penalties and the use of injunctions after Seattle Star editors were jailed for contempt for criticizing Judge Gilliam. The group calls for stripping courts of power to punish outside the courtroom and urges improved contempt laws in Washington.
William F. Chattin and Miss Elsa Baker of Summerville were granted a marriage license by County Clerk Ed Wright this morning. Both are well known in Summerville.
Mrs. H. G. Harold of Tacoma shot W. R. Williams during a confrontation at her home while defending her two year old daughter from alleged kidnapping by Williams and Sidney Marks. Williams was wounded and taken to St Joseph's hospital. Harold was arrested and police search for Harold.
New Orleans reports the death of John B. Moissant, famed California aviator who completed the Paris to London flight. He was killed in an unspecified incident, leaving behind a legacy of bold transcontinental air travel.
An aeroplane accident here today results in a fatality, the third for December. The death follows earlier or reported losses including Corll Grace and another unnamed victim.
Police Chief Cox announces curbs for New Year's Eve crowds in Portland. Noise attendants allowed after night but confetti ticklers and noisemakers barred. A double police guard will monitor downtown streets and all saloons close at midnight to promote order.
San Francisco plans a New Year celebration with nearly 800 policemen on duty and a midnight Market Street promenade. City expects at least 150 000 visitors tonight as crowds gather for festivities.
Victoria marks December 21 with a traditional English celebration. The town will be noisy all night as residents observe familiar customs and festive activities in a time honored manner.
Vancouver readers are told saloons will close at 11 o clock tonight and celebrants should stock up beforehand. Officials expect a holiday quiet period with limited late hours.
Spokane reports a joint police and minister patrol tonight to curb revelry in downtown districts. Restaurants show scarce seating with all major cafes fully booked and tables commanding premium prices as patrons pledge fifty dollars for champagne before seating.
It is reported here today that W A Maxwell pioneer editor of the Union Scout has sold his plant to R J Kitchen formerly editor of the Richland News. The sale is not officially announced but said to be practically closed.
Seattle obituary notes Mrs. Arthur Denny widow of a Seattle founder died after a long illness. She was part of the first party that landed at Alki Point in 1851 and was born in Nashville Tennessee. The funeral will be held tomorrow.
Ranchers in the La Habra district near Whittier California formed a citron association to protect their products under the Ango Elation brand. The group represents about 64 million dollars in property and an annual citrus output of 1.6 million dollars.
The article notes a record crop of fruits in the past season and ongoing fruit shipments from the county. It mentions new orchards begun in 1910 surpassing a thousand acres with planting costs running into thousands. It also references the potato outlook and a pro tem review of crop and orchard conditions.
Unusually favorable climate and expanding acreage lift fruit output as 1910 nears. Imbler and Elgin shipments rise. Elgin remains homegrown while commercial orchards mature. Wheat nears one million bushels, potatoes shift to export, alfalfa expands, hay and grain yields rise. continued growth noted with page seven tease.
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