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La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1906

Page

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Flour price boost by millers and grocers riles markets

A millers and grocers combine seeks to raise flour prices by 60 cents a barrel starting January 25. Warnings from Wione, American and Delmota milling firms call grocers to act while department stores threaten to undercut with Oregon and Washington flour. The State Grocers Association is accused of backing the move to turn flour into a profit item rather than a staple.

Scripps News Association San Francisco Ine Wione American Delmota Oregon Washington State

Santa Barbara Reaches Harbor After Tempestuous Voyage

The steamship Santa Barbara arrived safely in harbor after a perilous run from Seattle. A violent storm battered the vessel with decks awash and cabins flooded. At one point water stood three feet in the hold as crew fought to keep the ship afloat.

Serippa News Association San Francisco Santa Barbara Harbor Seattle

Fatal hotel fire rocks Lowall with multiple deaths

At least three people die in a morning fire at the Richardson hotel in Lowall Massachusetts. Bodies recovered include Mrs. Plasse of Boston Teasie Dennison of Franklin Falls New Hampshire and John Tegges of Manchester New Hampshire. Many others unaccounted for amid the ruins.

Scripps News Association Lowall Mass Richardson Hotel Plasse Boston Teasie Denni Franklin Falls N. H John Tegges Manchester

Trial resumes in hazing case of Mid Shipman Melvin

Washington January 27 The trial of Mid Shipman Melvin of Illinois accused of hazing five fourth class cadets was resumed. Lieutenant Graham for the defense raised a jurisdiction point claiming the court acted under a repealed law. The judge advocate said the matter was new and would be considered before adjournment.

Scripps News Association Washington Melvin Illinois Graham

Manak Dies Today In Washington Model Ice Boat at White House Arrest

Washington report says Guastava Studio of New York was arrested at the White House Thursday while attempting to present a plan for a $00 M0 ice boat to reach the north pole. He was hospitalized this morning after the incident. In Boston, Judge Sherman sentenced Charles L. Tuckar, convicted of a 1904 Weston murder, to be electrocuted the week starting June 10.

Scripps News Association Washington Guastava Studio New York White House North Pole Boston Sherman Charles L. Tuckar Mabal§Page Weston

Bank Robbed in Gwasso Dynamite Safe Loot

The first national bank of Gwasso in Indian Territory was robbed of 2000 dollars today. Thieves dynamited the safe and escaped on horseback. Police and residents search the area for the suspects.

Boripps News Association Gwasso Indian Territory First National Bank

Attorney General Considers Action on Standard Inquiry

Cleveland January 27 Attorney General Ellis says if Hadley testimony in the Standard inquiry shows basis for action it will be promptly brought.

Scrippe News Association Cleveland Ellis Hadley Standard

Plot to assassinate the Czar foiled in Saint Petersburg

A plot to kill the Czar was foiled last night in Saint Petersburg and several arrests were made. The authorities reported multiple suspects detained as the investigation continues.

Scripps News Association St. Petersburg

Fireman Ruisers Tells His Awful Valencia Story

Fireman P Reimers recounts heroism aboard the Valencia as Captain Johnson first officer Holmes and others stay on the doomed bridge. He describes failed lifeboats, rescues, and accusations against Captain Cousins of the Queen over missed救救 attempts. Officials in Seattle and San Francisco face bribery allegations linked to city officials.

Scrippa News Association Seattle P. Reimers Johnson Holmes Peterson Aberg Capain Scripps News Association San Francisco Captain Cousins Queen Valencia R. C. Gjorgeson D. J. Sullivan U. S. Navy Thes Blue Jackets Cousins Jorgenson and Sullivan Jackies Volutesrad Victoria Mare Island Jorgenson Navy Olympia Manila Sullivan Brady Barret Bosun Queens Place

Mrs S J Saling Dies. 67 Pioneer Passes

Funeral held at son Wm Saling’s home in Sandridge for Mrs S J Saling aged 67 a pioneer of the valley.

S. J. Saling Wm Saling Sandridge

Austin Francis Denied New Trial. Sentenced to Hang

Kansas City reports Austin Francis was denied a new trial and sentenced to hang on March 16 for the murder of Winona Lawton.

Scripps News Association Kansas City Austin Francis Winona Lawton

Teachers In Session Today In Union County High School

A large Union County teachers institute convenes in the Union high school with broad attendance from most districts. Speakers include Grace Wilkerson on Literature in the Lower Grades, E Q Bailey on Enthusiasm, Syra Kuhn on Art, and H J Hockenberry on History. Addressing the afternoon program is Prof Martin on the Alphabet.

Union County Grace Wilkinton Union E Q. Bailey North Powdsr Hstory H. J. Hockenberry Hockenberry Martin Mra Nora Wabb T. Williamson Susie Mellirsy Alta Chambers T. L. Williams Lizzia Noble Union Mollie E. G. Bailey Floyd Sam Nell Wolfe Hilgard Grace Goodall Francis Joritage Alol J. D. Smutz Willie Wight S. Case Summerville Carria German Ailes Woodall Kamelaida Hill Perry Edwin Heath Cove Eva Wilson Nibley C. A. Lemmon Radcliffe Rita Knickeerbocker

Yerkes' Will Opens Probate Details at Chicago

Illinois headlines report Scripps News that Mrs Yerkes will probate records show the widow to receive 200000 cash income for life while the estate allocates 200000 to the son and 200000 to the daughter. A 800000 free bequest covers unpaid patients. the Yerkes hospital gains the balance.

Scrippe News Chicago Probain Friends York Yerkes Hospital Mra. Yarkes Great Street Railroad

Deficiency Bill Passes House with Alien Laborer Exemption

Washington January 27 The urgent deficiency bill passed the House today with an amendment excluding alien laborers from the eight hour law provision.

Scripps News Association Washington House

Crawford's Circuit Judge Prospects and Theatre Milestone

After Judge Crawford withdraws from district attorney race Clarende Crawford announces he will not seek the post. D W Shea is eyed for circuit judge if Judge Eakin moves up. Mrs Samuel Charles, Wallowa Ledger member, performed in New York celebrating fiftieth anniversary of her stage debut at sixty seven.

T. H. Crawford Clarende Crawford D. W. Sheahan Eakin Wallowa Ledger Samuel Charles David Carson New York

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