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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1909
Page
4
The La Grande Evening Observer lists subscription prices and billing terms for daily, weekly, and six month plans. It states editorial independence, acceptance of signed articles, and advertising rates including local notices and card notices, with pricing per line for multiple insertions.
A historical note praises Oregon Republicans for standing firm during recent legislative sessions. It highlights Lawson Turner Oliver and Stephen F. Richardson of Union County, noting their votes aligned with their constituents and that Chamberlain’s leadership received cautious support from wavering Democrats and independents.
The Oregonian outlines a mean disposition toward party discipline and pledges. It argues the main effort of earnest Republicans should target the Hourne-Ren faction opposing pledges to elect candidates and uphold party objectives.
Senator Knox asserts the federal government has entered a broad contract with states to improve waterways by taking jurisdiction from state authorities. He argues national policy requires comprehensive, nonpreferential waterway improvement rather than targeted projects.
The C. W. Preston shoe store on Depot Street has been purchased by N. K. West. At the start of next month the stock will merge with the West stock in the main location.
The February Scrap Books issue offers articles on Humard the First Detective of Europe and The Women Who Are Plain. It discusses How to Keep a Wife at Home and The Unhappiest Man on Earth, plus Strange Ways of Reading the Future and a leading piece on Henry M. Fiéglér. An article on Postal Savings Ranks argues against the postal savings plan.
Mr Preston serves as temporary manager after a deal closed this morning. Mr Prowton runs the local slice business for ten years and is seen as having a strong future with existing family ties shaping next year’s plans.
Representative Farrell pushes a misdemeanor for Harpins over two inches long with fines from ten to one hundred four dollars and up to three months in jail. He also seeks to double the stock value of savings banks in Oregon on failure. Barrett of Umatilla is corrected on votes about Chamberlain, reaffirming loyalty to Chamberlain.
Fragment reads as a declaration that filling the position with honor and dignity reflects on both the state and the appointee. It suggests a motivation to uphold duties and project a strong public image without detailing the office or individuals involved.
Hobson, arrested two nights earlier for robbing Olsen, was released last evening after prosecutors found insufficient evidence to continue the case. Olsen had alleged the assault in a city street incident, with authorities saying the lead witness failed to corroborate the claim.
Fred Geibel manager of Fatr store killed a real live coyote prowling his backyard near La Grande without giving it a chance to defend itself. Coyotes rarely venture close to kitchens seeking chickens, the report notes.
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