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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1905
Page
1
In Balem Oregon Speaker Mille must fill 41 standing committees amid rival candidates. Vawter is favored for the Ways and Means chair, a key leadership post, though no formal promise exists. The appointment timing remains uncertain with pledges not yet secured.
Delegates voted to treat the gathering as a conference and postpone action on minority reports opposing packing houses and railroads. Stockmen angrily threaten to pursue the majority report when the regular session convenes.
The Wanton county treasurer vault in Fulton Co Obie was blown early this morning. Four safe crackers gained entry and stole an estimated five to ten thousand dollars. No clues to the robbers’ identities were found.
Justice Hough presided as Arthur Harvey faced charges for attempting lofs of ten dollars from W H Bramblett and firing a revolver during a confrontation at the Tin Can lodging house. Harvey claimed self harm as a result of disputed debt, but was held in three hundred dollars bail to await the grand jury.
Sacramento January 15 The legislature weighs a resolution to appoint a committee to investigate San Francisco administration. Opponents target Abe Ralf the Republican boss whose influence helped push a stampede to Flint in the Senatorial contest.
New York January 13 Brodie L Poke tobacco maker recently married to Alice Webb of Chicago was brought to the Superior Court on a writ of habeas corpus. After a hearing he was sent to the Long Island Home to remain until next Thursday when a commission will examine his sanity.
Reports confirm additional fatalities from yesterday's wreck on the Santa Fe line near Tipton. Firemen A M Cochran of Melvin Kansas and O F Gruenberg of Las Vegas plus porter Phil Freiwehsi er dead. Engineers Boomer, Allison badly injured. dining car staff hurt. passengers largely spared. Freight attempted to reach Tipton against orders, causing multiple car wrecks.
Portland report says the federal Grand Jury adjourned at noon today after examining J A Was 60 handwriting expert A W Baker deputy clerk of the General Land Office and Col AEB Green deputy Justice.
A Lincoln Nebraska report from January 13 notes a house bill aims at breaking the Binding Twine Trust by authorizing a twine plant at the penitentiary and using convict labor to operate it. Proponents argue the plan could succeed, citing a similar project in Kansas.
In Washington the Boo inquiry hears J W N Whitcotton an attorney testifies about church politics. He notes the church objects to officers spending time in politics while noting Mormon sentiment in Utah toward polygamy is hostile and that plural marriage is seen as a religious duty.
In Huntington Oregon on January 13 Al Barnard of Eagle Valley fatally stabbed John Brown a Short Line brakeman who tried to separate Barnard from another man during a quarrel. Brown died at the scene.
The Epiphany reception at Mt Peter's church drew many members and newcomers despite bad weather. Attendees mingled, enjoyed instrumental music by Mrs Taylor, songs by Mr and Mrs Jap Stevens and Basel McCrary, and a recital by Misa Williamson. Children were kept entertained and refreshments were served before adjournment at 10:30.
In Petersburg on January 13 police at Kelff dispersed the Congress of the Natural Science Teachers after members discussed political affairs. In the ensuing altercation and excitement ten people were injured, including several women.
Washington rumor reports Congressman Vespian of Warner Illinois to be appointed commissioner of the agency.
Reported fighting near New Chwang as Japanese forces reinforce to turn a tide and push back attackers. Japanese cavalry clashed with opposing units southwest of Sate with heavy engagement and modest losses.
Paris reports the opposition’s demonstration in the chamber of deputies failed to unseat Premier Combes. A decisive vote at tonight’s session is expected to reappoint him to the post despite the show of force.
An organization was formed at the Chapel of Christ in the Church this morning. Dr Bodine was elected chairman and W R Butler was elected secretary as part of the reading plan committee.
J H Peare announces full watch and jewelry repair capability with skilled workmen and modern tools. All repairs guaranteed to first class workmanship with prompt mail or express service and personal supervision. Located next to Newlin's Drug Store as La Grande's leading jeweler.
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