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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1910
Page
1
Amid official and press scrutiny, Britain expresses considerable chagrin over Teddy's remarks. The incident prompts diplomatic attention and public debate about leadership and policy.
London reports roosevelt’s Guildhall address angered many English officials and the public who say he overstepped diplomatic propriety by urging Britain to rule Egypt or depart. British papers call the remarks grave, with commentary labeling the act as a serious offense against host and guest laws. Roosevelt remained unruffled as he attended a lunch hosted by Irish MPs and Nationalists led by John Redmond.
London June 1 Fairies LemBerg won the classic English derby at Epsom Downs in a somber ceremony. The royal box stood empty as the king’s death cast a subdued mood over the season’s premier event.
Weston Oregon May 31 The alumni association of Eastern Oregon Normal School held its annual banquet in the ladies dormitory dining hall. Joseph Scott served as toastmaster as a program featured vocal solos, addresses by Dr C J Smith and Joseph N Scott, and toasts including Ten Years Hence and The Last Seat. Epworth League served an elaborate menu of pineapple, chicken, potatoes, pickles, olives, salad, tea, coffee, and dessert.
The board of education planned to approve the contract for the new high school tonight after last night’s adjournment due to bids exceeding bond funds. Bidders listed include Newport Engineering Company Portland Bartlett Roth Pullman Washington William Oliver Bridge Spokane for general work and CG H Sutherland Co Walla Walla Gleeson Muegge Baker City W J Griffith Heating Spokane W G McPherson Portland Geo W O Neill La Grande John Melville La Grande for plumbing and heating.
The 1906 U S census on religious bodies shows total communicants of 32 935 445 in continental United States. Protestants total 20 287 742 and Roman Catholic 12 679 142. City classes divide populations into four groups, with most Catholics and Protestants outside principal cities.
Union men arrive as a labor dispute unfolds with officials and workers present. The scene centers on organized action and a public response at the site, signaling negotiation efforts and potential resolution.
Four hundred Portland teamsters walked out demanding a 5 cent daily raise from 2.75. They threaten further action if non union drivers hinder operations. Citywide sympathy expected with 2,000 more to join if initial effort fails. Fruit merchants report heavy losses from stalled transfers of perishables.
An explosion at a Portland Cement rock quarry near Devil's Slide 15 miles east of Ogden killed seven Australians seven Italians and two Japanese workers and destroyed the plant. Foreman Hugh McGuire and four hundred kegs of powder detonated prematurely causing the disaster.
While Crown Prince Frederick Wilshon led the grenadier guards in review in Berlin, Abraham Birwiss a Polish Jew deemed insane threw what appeared to be a bomb but proved to be a bag of beans at the prince.
In San Francisco on June 1 attorney F J White said no Jeffries fight could be rented and a federal meeting may decide action after the Broadway Athletic Club received a Fourth of July permit from the Board of Supervisors. White indicated the prosecutor must view the fight to determine if it is illegal combat or sparring.
Portland's premier publisher Harvey Scott editor of the Oregonian arrived at Hot Lake for rheumatism treatment with his son L W Scott. Doctors have not issued an official statement but he is reportedly seriously ill and facing a lengthy recovery. He is seventy two years old.
Seattle reports a stampede to the Iditarod diggings with mining and shipping interests entering the Klondike rush. Pans yield one to one and a half dollars per pan, a 35 miles pay dirt 600 feet wide unusually rich, steamers sold out for a month, and an estimated 15,000 people may travel north in the next two months. Banks planned at Iditarod.
A load of Maxwell cars arrived as Whiteman & Sons unloaded the autos for county road testing. Local owners will welcome better roads as macadam work progresses and praise county officials for road improvements.
Pendleton high school debating team leaves tonight for Eugene to face Eugene High for the state title. Members are Peter Crockatt James Hartwell and Lyman Rice. They are accompanied by Principal A C Hamp and staff. G M Rice of the First National Bank and Merle Chessman of the East Oregonian accompany the group.
A special train will depart at 10 a m Friday carrying La Grande residents to Union. The La Grande band will provide music, W R Jones named marshal with full supervision, and a soliciting committee will canvass the city from 9 a m to arrange transport. The event includes a band concert, dancing, and a revised program with horse judging, parades, and racing at the track, with broad public invitation especially for ladies.
Major newspapers vie to sponsor long distance air races as Wright brothers aim to protect patent rights in a Curtiss court battle. speculation rises over promised prizes and potential gains from winnings while conflicts over aviation rights loom.
The Summerville cemetery association held its annual Decoration Day dinner with an afternoon and evening program. Receipts totaled 160 dollars to fund cemetery maintenance, an event since 12 years and well attended by members.
Carl Phipps of Boise attempted suicide in Cottage Grove by shooting himself in the side with a revolver amid a cigarette habit described as excessive. He is a physical wreck from cigarette use and the act occurred today.
The arbitration tribunal opening in The Hague hears the dispute between the United States and Great Britain over Newfoundland fisheries rights under the treaty. Senator Root leads the American delegation and is expected to arrive soon.
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