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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1905
Page
3
The Russian transport Petersburg passed the Great Belt bound north this morning. Two Sinnish torpedo boats were ordered to police the Great Belt during the Third Squadron’s passage.
Returning home near Shiner, Texas, early this morning Joseph Steika discovered his wife and their fifteen month old baby dead from gunshot wounds. The woman had been outraged. A mob pursued the suspected killer with intent to lynch if caught.
Rumors circulate of ministerial and military reshuffles. War Minister Makharoff may be sent to relieve General Kuropatkin. Interior Minister Baulygan may retire in favor of General Trepofl.
A chemical plant explosion in Brooklyn injures six men with two feared dead, eighteen workers and ten firemen hurt, as sulfur fumes overcome officers. A spark in grinding mills caused the blast, followed by a second explosion and a flames outbreak. Ladders and jumps from windows aided escapes. estimated loss around thirty thousand dollars.
The Russian consul in Pekin reports Japanese forces compel Russians to abandon Port Arthur with their goods. Many sick and wounded in detention have died from alleged harsh methods. Russia has lodged a protest through France.
Four people in Cleveland were found dead at their residence from asphyxiation. Charles Heller and his wife and George Nolan and his wife were identified among the deceased. The cause is reported as asphyxiation by congas.
James Thompson, former receiver at Eureka, California, had charges of extorting illegal fees dismissed by the court. The judge ruled there was no corroborating evidence to support the accusation.
Scrippa News Association reports after a talk with the President that if the Scouts do pass the Townsend Rate Bill this week the President will call an extra session of Congress in the fall to tackle the issue. Towneud says the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee is evenly divided but could report to the full body, and passage is likely.
The examining board led by Prof. EE Broggsodd H Hockenberry reported 13 of 24 applicants passed the Union County state and county paper exam. The successful names include Mina Needham Mabel Tuttle Belle De Larey Fannie Gordon Mary Young Gussie Fisher Violet Robiing C N Rogera GW English GE Walker JW Levity and J A Wasson.
The Rev Mr Hartehorn addresses growing congregations at the Methodist church after eight o clock. He speaks again this evening and throughout the week at 7 30.
A sizable audience attended Evangelist J W Coombs last night as he spoke on Enthusiasm for Humanity. He urged duty and urged active faith, promising no whitewashing of neglect. Tonight he preaches Christ in the Home to parents and children with the new song book Sing His Praise used in the service.
Summerville reports a brutal cold snap with the thermometer at 23 below zero last Saturday night. Local residents HH Biledge and wife departed for Montana. George Ott oversees ice work while Chas Chatten and sister traveled to La Grande for business. Mrs Mills, sick two weeks, improves and Mrs Smith of Elgin will preach at ME Church next Sunday with all invited.
The family expresses sincere thanks to friends for services and sympathy during the fatal illness of Mrs AC Van De Bogart and to Woodmen of the World members.
Topeka Feb 16. Governor Hood again declined to forecast action on the state refinery bill. He personally opposes refinery but public sentiment is believed to push him to sign.
Washington February 16 The President ordered a special investigation of Standard Oil by the Bureau of Corporations of the Department of Commerce and Labor with focus on recent operations in Kansas. The move followed Representative Campbell of Kansas urging a House investigation and passage of a related bill.
New York reports pitcher Jack Taylor of St Louis in the National League was cleared by the Board of Directors of throwing a game between St Louis and Pittsburgh on July 80 last year. He was found guilty of violating his contract with St Louis and fined three hundred dollars.
The House accepted the conference report on the Omnibus Claims Bill totaling 2,231,810 dollars. The measure allows 1,750 time claims, advancing the legislation in Washington on February 16.
A local notice invites families to have washing done for free. Contact Thea Siegmund at the Ronde Valley House for full instructions and details. The ad lists The Ideal Washer as a general agent with a phone reference.
Eight acres of land with an orchard a six room house barn and a well watered property located about one mile from the post office. For details inquire at McFarlane's Grocery or contact Jon Gavin the owner on the premises. Exchange offered for town property between February 8 and March 4.
Augustus Thomas brings osteopathy to the stage in Mrs Leffingwell's Boots at the Savoy New York City on January 1. The play uses an osteopath Dr Ramsey to diagnose a spinal lesion and restore mental competence, mixing education with comedy as critics note its bold, timely integration.
Reports from Enterprise and other sites in Wallowa County document readings plunging to well below zero during the recent cold spell. Residents describe stinging winds and government aid concerns as frost and ice linger across rural roads and farms.
Notice is given that Hoder signed has been appointed administrator of the estate of Kate Usher, certified by the County Court of Union County, Oregon. All persons having claims against the estate must present them duly verified to the administrator at La Grande National Bank, La Grande, Oregon, within six months from the date. Dated February 16, 1916. F. L. Meyers, Administrator. OH. PLNB, Attorney.
Notice declares J M Church estate appoints HOG W J Church as executor. Creditors must present claims to CH Finn attorney in La Grande Oregon within six months of notice. Published February 1.
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