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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1909
Page
4
The La Grande Evening Observer lists editors and proprietors with subscription prices and ad rates. It notes submission rules, signing requirements, and that it will not publish unsigned articles. Advertising rates are provided with worded terms for notices and condolences.
The State Railroad Commission holds a hearing on March 16 at Salem to review grain rates on the main line and all branches of the R R N railroad to Portiaend. The inquiry follows numerous private and other complaints received over the past two months.
The Nevada legislature considers a sweeping anti gambling measure aimed at operators and associates. Reports note public interest and a push to curb gambling profits while highlighting concerns over enforcement and the fate of those involved.
Chines Baker, a young man known in the city, died by his own actions near Bilt Lake. He was brother to Mrs John Jackwin and connected with Mr and Mrs J D Gites, who are close to the widow. Reverend GL Baker of Cowen reported the death while en route to Salt Lake. Relatives await fuller word as authorities and kin sort details of the tragedy.
The article notes a proposed state plan for railroad regulation and prefecture reform. Key figures include H Devers Drake Reb Sueigert and George Putnam among others as the commission discusses adopting a resolution tied to the legislature and voter approval. The governance structure mirrors a conservation commission model to assist railroad interests.
Fragmentary text from Bekerefield California notes a suspected crime scene and a person named Lieb arriving from an inner county area. Details are garbled with uncertain identities and actions about concealment and a suspected crime.
Disjointed notes indicate a senate decision regarding a change linked to Guegen with warrants or claims discussed. No clear names, dates, or outcomes emerge from the fragmented text.
A garbled Portland report details a man from Toutte Washington arriving at the police station to share a puzzling story about an apparent crime. The fragment mentions a week long absence and a purported “drops” incident.
The track team prepares for the Eastern Oregon meet under new rules adopted recently. Coach Carns plans next week’s trials if weather permits, aiming to field a similar lineup and gauge half mile and sprint events. The Port Reed OG official urges quick orders to avoid delays and ensure seed distribution.
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