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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1911
Page
4
The piece discusses rail wrecks and a supposed unwritten law of consecutive disasters, noting heat may raise accidents and crime. It questions sensationalism in markets, critiques stock inflation, and ponders Gypsy Smith meetings and church fundraising while wondering about dividend expectations for ministers.
Amid nationwide concern over Fourth of July fireworks the Journal of the American Medical Association notes fewer official reports of sacrifices to fireworks this year. The AMA is gathering data on injuries and tetanus cases, anticipating a smaller overall toll and praising efforts to improve conditions and substitute programs that may eliminate the dangers over time.
The article discusses using hypochlorite for drinking water and compares injection into suction systems with a new mechanical device. It explains regulating pressure to inject disinfectant directly into pressurized mains, aiming to avoid pump-valve damage and irregular dosing.
A metropolitan paper notes Grande Ronde farmers should attend a Farmers' Union meeting in Bigin. It suggests farmers here benefit from machines and deserve the enjoyment they bring in this valley.
An OCR fragment notes a poor start and cites Oregon's notable record of few travel deaths. It frames the line as a negative mark impacting the state's safety record and public perception.
The National Education association is in a dispute in San Francisco as a teacher faces two boys arraigned for fighting in the future. The odd phrasing suggests a local school disruption with ongoing disciplinary actions.
Local notes describe a sunny harvest in the Grands Ronde valley with prospects of strong yields and increased wealth from this year’s crop. Farmers report stacked stacks of money in association with bumper production.
Pacific Fruit company acquires North Powder Ice Lake in a favorable season for pond ice deals. The move signals expansion into ice pond operations as growth plans take shape.
Key events and births listed include Richard Cromwell’s death in 1712 and his birth in 1628, Josiah Wedgwood born in 1730, Howe landing at Staten Island in 1776, Stony Point assault in 1779, Hamilton’s death in 1804, Sweden England alliance in 1812, Sir William Osler born 1849, Confederate capture of Murfreesboro in 1862, Admiral Dahlgren died 1870, and the Pan American Congress opening in Buenos Aires.
Prince Louis heir to Monaco born July 12 1870 son of Prince Albert and Lady Mary Douglas Hamilton Monaco area eight square miles surrounded by France Monte Carlo revenues from the casino Until recently absolute ruler but a constitution granted January and unrest remains slight with possible succession questions.
A statement notes that upcoming constitutional changes will satisfy public needs and address broad popular concerns. The message emphasizes reform and is framed as responsive to citizen demands.
The article traces the political scene with governors, candidates, and contests across states. It notes Massachusetts Republicans naming their gubernatorial nominee on October 4 and covers Indiana, Mississippi, Virginia, Kentucky, South Dakota, and Maine races with figures like J. K. Vardaman, Leroy Percy, Carter Glass, and Ollie James, along with anti prohibition activism from the National Temperance Society.
The International Anti-Alcoholic bureau lists hundreds of European physicians and scholars backing the effort. Scientists, professors, and socialists began collecting signatures six months ago and will press on until weeks before Maine's fall election to reach about 40 countries.
A Hillsboro Rexall Store advertises Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets with a free trial promise for indigestion and dyspepsia relief. The offer claims pleasant taste, stomach soothing effects, digestion improvement, and general nutritional support, with three sizes priced at 25 cents and one dollar.
A Chicago Record-Herald snippet records a man chewing tobacco rebuking women voters with a quip about judges needing to spit outside. The remark highlights opposition to women’s suffrage in a civil dialogue.
Fragmentary notes from Variety Life and American papers describe a breach of promise suit where Miss Gummage defeated a defendant deemed contemptible by the jury. The verdict is portrayed as a harsh rebuke of the defendant’s character.
A fragmented narrative voice questions what the old Jay sought to learn and why Reddy failed to awaken him to face a fate involving a street and a person named Silly-Gee. The piece hints at a missed chance and a grim outcome.
The article recounts the Duke of Alva's ten percent tax known as the tenth penny imposed in the Netherlands during his governorship. It notes the tax on goods, property, and transfers, the widespread opposition, and the use of torture against rebels. A compromise by Philip II set a two year annual payment of 2,000,000 starting August 1571.
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