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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1906
Page
2
Community page mentions monthly price 3.50 and post office entry La Grande Oregon. Cites editor discretion for signed articles and requests signatures. Advertising rates listed and local irrigation projects to be discussed soon.
Citizens note high demand for cherry pickers and irrigation labor in the Grande Ronde Valley. They stress water must be managed carefully and propose securing the Proebster grove in La Grande for celebrations and picnics.
Senator Fulton and Secretary of Interior Hitchcock reportedly resume personal conflict. The dispute looms large for Oregon as state leaders endure the feud while policy and governance proceed despite the public friction.
The text reports Thaw refusing to plead insanity for the White murder case and firing his lawyers who urged that line of defense. It suggests this strategy aims to show the jury that he acted legally and hints the practice of shooting without warning is waning, leaving Thaw to regret not heeding counsel.
The government plans to issue Panama canal bonds with a face value of 50 million dollars at 2 percent interest payable annually. Secretary Shaw expects to receive 1.04 for a four cent premium, while European governments pay around 5 percent. The low rate highlights U S borrowing strength and national stability, as noted by the Evening Capital News.
A call urges towns to provide free swimming baths for youths after a drowning incident. Authors argue investing money in safe swimming places will protect children and save lives, reflecting concern that the region should guard its young citizens.
Walla Walla judge W H Upton says Esther Mitchell’s killing of her brother George Mitchell is justified. He argues a jury acquitting a killer undermines law and calls for recognizing natural law over courts. He condemns Creffield’s murder as premeditated but unsupported by law.
Advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a cure for stomach and liver disorders with claims from S. A. Brown of Bennettsville, S C. It says the medicine restores health after years of dyspepsia and torpid liver and lists ailments it cures including chills fever malaria biliousness back pain kidney and bladder issues. Sold with guarantee by the Newlin Drug Co. for 50 cents.
A festive note promotes Hili's soda fountain with every popular drink on offer. It highlights quenching thirst, saving cash for essentials, and sharing smiles with family and customers alike.
Miss Bertha Young offers violin lessons under a teachers certificate from Whitman College Conservatory of Music. Contact by phone 1994 for details and scheduling.
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