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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1910
Page
4
Bruce Dennis, editor and owner, notes mail at La Grande post office and a policy against nom de plume submissions. He warns signed articles may be revised by the editor and hints the legislature may address whether property should bear double taxation, reflecting public sentiment.
A 41x board decree makes all notes taxable this year, stirring debate over double taxation since properties are assessed and notes representing indebtedness taxed. The note tax revival traces to Oregon’s former Mortgage Tax law and a revived order aims to enforce note taxation, urging assessors to follow the measure’s intent.
In a wartime era tale the tavern quarrel at the Blue Horse leads to Harry Blake being accused of Wickliffe's murder. Blake is executed, but years later Grayson confesses he lied, and the judge learns Blake was innocent, a grave legal error exposed by a confession.
A witty line by Cecil likens packing skill to moving goods in a bar. It highlights efficiency, balance, and foresight as bar packing art. The quote emphasizes maximizing space by choosing a smarter arrangement rather than mere effort.
Peary argues in Hampton's that even a man of fortitude cannot reach the pole or return without extensive Arctic experience, large experienced parties, and a relay system to cover about 900 miles with proper equipment and supplies.
Excerpts describe the pioneer division leading the main party, with four experienced men, light sledges, and dog teams. The pioneer sets the pace, advances ahead from Cape Columbia, and guides the main group through snow, winds, and ridges, ensuring faster overall progress.
Fragmentary OCR suggests a sports or political brief titled Narrowing the Field. Readable fragments indicate a focus on competition narrowing, with unclear players or candidates and no distinct outcomes or dates available.
A newspaper quip recalls Noah noting water tastes odd after the flood. The jest hints at divine judgment and human sin, with a tongue in cheek preferring a different drink than the world’s cleansing waters.
A fragment shows women discussing forming a bank. They propose names in playful contrast, suggesting Shoe and Leather as a solid choice and joking about Ice Cream and Soda Water. The dialogue hints at civic enterprise and creative renaming.
A collage of quotes from Chicago Tribune and Louisville Courier-Journal highlights dramatic scenes with a murder mention and a scientist defending a discovery while a reporter claims not to exaggerate. The Indianapolis News adds a note on tense moments and hope for a friend in trouble.
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