05 Feb 1907
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1907
Page
1
Floods and heavy snows endanger the Grande Ronde area with the Ora Dell power station and dam at risk. Officials warn three days needed to restore wires, while Perry and OroDell face rising water, possible dam breach, and ice jams.
A Chicago newspaper wired the Japanese foreign affairs minister asking for Tokyo's stance on current tensions. The minister referred them to the Japanese ambassador in Washington and ordered Aokio to assure the American public that Japan disavows any warlike intents and believes the differences can be settled peacefully.
Professor Belarat Labrbach reports a seismograph detection of a long lasting earthquake near Vienna last Sunday lasting about ninety minutes.
Dr. C H Wiley of Pittsburg testifies as insanity expert in the Thaw trial. He describes Thaw's 1905 car incident and mental state, while Jerome challenges his expertise and conclusions. The judge orders witnesses kept from the courtroom when not in use as coverage continues.
Caleb Powers Kentucky's condemned figure for the Goebel assassination faces trial delays amid a crowded docket. He has undergone three trials with multiple reversals and a new term may be convened to hear the case. Public sentiment shifts as funds for his defense rise with notable Republican support including Roosevelt and Taft associates.
Portland reports the Willamette River surging to dangerous levels as floods threaten lowlands and decks. Water forecasts estimate nineteen to twenty-one feet by Friday with bridges and rail lines heavily disrupted and coastal basements submerged.
Lansing February 5 the Michigan legislature reassembled after a two week recess in honor of Senator Alger The first business will be selecting a United States senator for the unexpired portion of Alger term ending March 4 1907 The likely choice is William Alden Smith who has already been elected for the full term beginning March 4
A New York State Senate resolution called for an investigation into graft in the New York City board of education, amid reports presented during today’s session.
In Washington on February 6 Senator Heyburn offered a resolution calling for five senators to probe the reorganization of the Northern Pacific Railroad Company and to consider Congress renewing its charter.
The Haines Record notes doubts about keeping the O R GN division in La Grande after completing current constructions. It suggests the group will move its division point and machine shops to Baker City once the buildings reach completion at La Grande, costing thousands.
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