Bailey office doomed and House turmoil Devours Oregon session
In Salem on January 20 Representatives Bryant, Bonebrake, and Mann were named to a committee to investigate the Eastern Oregon asylum site, signaling Bowerman supporters gain. The House battle intensified as Eaton accused Baker, Union, and others of extravagance and favoritism, while Buchanan and Thompson traded charges and the session split. Senator Marlarky introduced a resolution to remove Food Commissioner Bailey amid graft allegations. control would shift to the health board within three months.
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Postal savings banks slow to gain popularity
Reports from Maine Vermont Massachusetts and New Hampshire show postal savings banks inaugurated two weeks ago are not widely patronized. Klamath Falls and New York dispatches note small deposits but expect growth with spring. Morgan backs Aldrich plan calling it admirably effective and suitable for all regions.
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Resignations Refused as Mikado Acts to Stem Socialism
Tokio reports say the Mikado rejected resignations of Premier Katsura and three cabinet ministers who quit yesterday amid the conviction of twenty four socialists for conspiracy against the emperor. Twelve were commuted to life penal servitude, while the remaining executions may trigger violence.
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Injured Jacobs Brought to Granda Ronde Hospital
A young man named Jacobs, injured at Enterprise in December by an accidental weapon discharge, was moved to Granda Ronde hospital in this city. Dr. Anderson of Enterprise reported he remains in critical condition in the city hospital.
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United Mine Workers Threaten Split Over AFL Charter
Columbus report says the United Mine Workers will secede from the AFL if the Western Federation of Miners is not granted a charter. The executive committee was instructed to obtain the charter, with revulsion passing as the action.
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Bankers Death in Pasadena Auto Crash
Los Angeles January 20. Lewis Wolineson vice president of the National Bank of California was instantly killed when his auto collided with a vegetable wagon returning from Pasadena. Miss Rosaline Harrington 20 and Mrs J M Grammond chaperon were severely injured after attending a dance in Pasadena.
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New Orleans Favored by Industrial Arts Committee for Panama Expo
The Industrial Arts Committee in the House voted six to one for New Orleans as the site of the Panama exposition. San Francisco is favored by the Rules Committee regarding the Kahn resolution. The panel recommends a government building costing about a million dollars. A floor fight is anticipated when the report reaches the full chamber.
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Well Pleased With La Grande Purchase In Oregon
F H Guhlemann of Oklahoma bought a North Cherry Street home from Geo W Grout via G H Currey Real Estate in La Grande after a month of watching conditions. He expects several families from his former home to move west this spring.
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Startling Defense Hopes To Startle Jury In Schenk Case
In Wheeling on January 20 the defense signals a witness will testify to a startling story that could form the strongest link in the defense of the millionaire's wife accused of poisoning her husband to marry her auto driver.
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Maine wreck raised by Feb 15 not achieved
Washington reports that the expected raising of the Maine by February 15 could not be realized. Engineers say three shifts are working day and night on the hull but have not completed the task.
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Forty Miners Killed in Russian Silesian Frontier Mine
Forty miners were killed today in a mine on the Russian Silesian frontier. No further details were provided.
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Berlin
Trains Back On Schedule After Flood Blockade
Trains are running on time again after a flood and landslide at Rooster Rock halted service. No. 6 arrived about 5 30 this morning, mail train and No 18 came in at 7 30, with delays in the Sandy and Eastern Oregon divisions fading as winter travel resumes normal pace.
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Death of Paul Morton Shakes Equitable Bank
Paul Morton, president of Equitable Life, died of a brain hemorrhage in New York on January 20. The loss prompts discussion among financiers as a Morgan man is expected to push Morgan’s mutualization scheme. Private funeral at the Morton home, public service at Thomas Episcopal, interment at Woodlawn Cemetery.
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Jury to Probe Alleged Book Trust on Pacific Coast
Sacramento January 20 a committee appointed by Lieutenant Governor Wallace will probe graft charges in the state printing office from three years ago and accusations of a coast book trust. Senator Strowbridge urged investigation and said witnesses are willing to testify.
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Carnegie Adds Ten Million To Foundation Fund
New York on January 30 Andrew Carnegie announced a further gift of ten million dollars to the Carnegie foundation fund. The announcement comes as the philanthropic campaign gains momentum with support from major donors and civic leaders.
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Baker Plans Debates With Ontario Opponents
The Baker Herald reports Baker High will send a local debate team to Ontario next Friday. The question is Resolved That the nations should reduce armament to the minimum necessary for police duty. Baker negative team includes Leland Finch leader Jamen Donald John Jenkins and Everett Saunders alternate. They depart Friday noon.
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Oregon Flood Receding Eases Towns and Private Loss
Floodwaters fall in Oregon as swollen rivers recede, giving relief to towns and property owners. Officials report lower river stages and diminishing inundation in lowland areas, with cleanup and recovery efforts underway.
Flood crest reached in Yamhill. over $200000 damage in valley
Floods and storms caused about 200000 dollars in damage across the Willamette valley. Corvallis suburban homes inundated but receding. Oregon City mills now safe. Albany outskirts flooded yet trains resume as tracks cleared. Yamhill crest at 44 feet, not receding. livestock lost.
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Frisco Alarmed Over Panama Exposition Outcome
San Francisco reacts to the Washington committee decision sending the Panama exposition to New Orleans. Local committee remains confident the measure will be decided on the house floor in due time.
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Canada United States Reach Reciprocity Treaty Agreement
London Times prints a Washington dispatch saying the United States and Canada have fully agreed on a reciprocity treaty. The terms of the alleged treaty are not published.
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Gas Plant Franchise Accepted By City Council
Sixty days from the date J L Lambirth and Co must show visible progress with the new gas plant in this city. the company has formally accepted the gas franchise arranged and rewarded by the city council. The plant must be under construction within sixty days of contract adoption. Lambirth is expected to arrive in La Grande to supervise site selection and preliminary construction details.
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