08 Feb 1910
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1910
Page
1
Disgruntled voices warn of panic if the Supreme Court upholds the Sherman act and the incorporation bill’s fiscal impact. Financial centers growl as Taft confronts mounting pressure to act, facing a possible showdown or retreat.
Washington notes Taft must decide whether to ally with Congress against financiers or fight to push through his legislative program. Financiers warn of panic while Wall Street fears upholding the Sherman act in key anti trust cases. Taft argues reforms will benefit capital despite heavy pressure from bankers.
Cairo Illinois February 8 officials and members of the Retail Merchants Association of Illinois gather for the 17th annual convention. They predict big crops strong industrial prosperity and unprecedented retail business as the meeting opens.
The Freshman-Senior Literary Society held its second election of the year during a performance. Elected officials for the closing semester are President Hal Bohnenkamp, Vice-president Lowell Williamson, Secretary Olive Masgee, Sergeant at Arms Eddie Moon, and Choir leader Sara Smith.
Reports say Poas Volcano erupts sending molten lava across nearby areas. Heavy rocks and ash hinder streets two miles from the mountain as residents flee toward the coast. early casualty figures are uncertain but widespread fear is noted.
A report notes an incident where prisoners are described as rushed by students. The fragment references JANS and a prior event but lacks full details.
Albany dispatch reports the New York Senate opening hearings into Senator Benn Conger's bribery charges against Majority Leader Jotham Allds. The probe, set as a Senate Committee of the Whole, will hear testimonies, review evidence, and then vote on charges amid schedule changes and procedural rulings.
Fred L. Meyers cashier of La Grande National Bank announces candidacy for mayor as petitions circulate. M K Hall current mayor seeks council seat in the third ward while R W Logan runs for re election as City Treasurer. March first filing deadline prompts rapid petition signing.
Boston BC hosts a pre meet event ahead of the Boston Athletic Association annual meet. Tonight features include several relay clashes notably a Boston College versus Holy Cross Colleges relay.
Auto lovers soak up sunshine and drive on clear roads, reveling in a bright day. People flock to scenic routes and enjoy gasped views, engines purring as the sun shines.
The BMA meets Lambda Phi Alpha in a tightly watched junior game after a recent BMA victory in a tied contest. Tip off set for 1 30 with lineup unchanged from the usual, drawing basketball followers here today.
Paris watchers report a four inch Seine rise overnight with fears of a further foot gain. Citizens flocked to riverside spots and bridges as the Hydrometric Bureau warned the waters may climb again, though officials deem current movement temporary.
The General Land Office notified La Grande that entrymen must deposit 18 000 build ing charges for the Umatilla Project third unit at opening next Tuesday. The per acre building charge would total 72 dollars, up from 60, with second installments due in 1911. Water rights under reclamation in Umatilla county could shift costs for entrants.
The Texas Railroad Commission met in Austin to adopt a new cotton tariff and set rates and distances for railroads statewide, aiming to reduce recent complaints about the roadbed and service.
Philadelphia February eighth report on the ninth annual convention exhibition where many new inventions are displayed and sales from last year’s event totaled more than a quarter million dollars, with expectations to exceed it this week.
The local lodge of K of P hosted Grand Vice Chancellor Yoran of Eugene last evening. After three members received third degree ranks, the group moved to the Model Restaurant for a 40-person dinner. Yoran spoke during the session and departed for Elgin and Walla County, pleased with the lodge’s alertness and duty.
An agent was sent to Ohio to influence Republican alignment but the move risks harming the Taft Harmon cause. Democrats may push for renomination strategies to keep Harmon aligned with a Democratic posture in the race for the presidency.
The Taft administration’s move to dispatch Wade H to Ohio to align Republican forces prompts talk of co nomination for governor Harmon. Officials say defeating Harmon would keep him from challenging for the Democratic presidential nomination, and Republicans believe Harmon could pose a stronger race than any current Democrat.
Tomorrow marks the first real rehearsal for The Mika do following preliminary steps last night. The initial run through is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon for the ladies and evening for the men, with a large crowd attending to learn the details of the production.
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