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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1910
Page
1
Wheat traders anticipate a record crop this summer with signals pointing to a million bushels in daily demand and supply activity. Analysts monitor irrigation, weather forecasts, and market shifts as farmers prepare large harvests.
Predictions of a second straight bumper small grains crop in Grande Ronde valley as wheat stands and other grains show exceptional yields. Acreage declines as orchards replace wheat fields, yet soil fertility and favorable climate keep overall production strong with a potential million bushels of wheat. T. M. Buckman of Imbler notes unusually favorable conditions for small grains this year.
A Baker City to La Grande special train leaves June 6 at 10 o clock with a standard sleeper car reserved for La Grande passengers. The train, number five, will also carry day coaches and arrives in La Grande at 10 05 p m. Passengers should request space in the car early.
Great Prophet J H Fitzgerald of Medford and Great K of W Jas A Delvin visited Pilot Rock yesterday to meet the local Redmen. The prophet paid an official visit to the tribe of this city last year.
The grand prophet visits La Grand, Baker City, Sumpter and all cities in eastern Oregon with Redmen tribes before returning home. J. H. Fitzgerald is a delegate to the great council of Oregon and the national Red Men meeting in Toledo, Ohio this fall. The boys welcome Brother Fitz to their wigwams.
Portland reports 400 transfer workers already on strike and 300 machinists threaten to strike seeking an eight hour day with at least ten cents more per day. Workers currently toil nine hours. decision expected today.
President Taft urged graduates at Bryn Mawr that loveless marriage is nearly criminal while noting a woman can pursue business success with education. He affirmed marriage as a normal status but said a woman is not a failure if she remains unmarried.
The government has filed suits against 26 Western railroads seeking to halt rate increases. A conference of attorneys for five railroads argues the injunction should be dissolved so the case may proceed, signaling a broader DOJ campaign against railway abuses.
The Union show in Eastern Oregon promises a busy two days with cattle judging at 8:30, horse judging at 11:30, and parades at 1 p.m. Friday features include a La Grande versus Union baseball game, a band concert, dancing at Corey hall, and numerous horse, mule, and roadster events led by the county’s fair management.
A dispatch from Bluefields on June 2 reports Madriz's retreat escalating into a rout. General Larais presses toward a village where he hopes gunboat Venus will embark the fleeing troops amid a line of dead and wounded.
Portland June 2 The Draymen's association votes to stand against the striking teamsters demanding higher pay. Fruit wholesalers report heavy losses as freight piles up at wharves and warehouses. Employers notify police to keep reserves ready to deploy non union workers soon.
Mrs. M. B. Donohue, new Neighborhood Aster Show chairwoman, urges timely transplanting and proper care to max out prizes. La Grande and surrounding growers may compete for top awards, with yard displays earning recognition as well. Further committee announcements will follow.
Charles Stewart Rolls, the aviator, completed a Channel crossing this afternoon starting from the English shore at Dover. The historic flight marks a bold achievement in early aviation.
New York June 2 Ernest Ger brach former superintendent of the Williamsburg refinery of the American Sugar company was cross examined by Assistant U S Attorney Stimson. The witness testified they used fraud through the grades to cheat growers by weight.
The board did not reach a decision on the construction contract for the new high school. Several contractors have withdrawn bids and the selection is narrowed to a few. Plumbing bids will be considered after the main building contract is let.
United States transport Indianapolis foundered in twenty fathoms of water off Corregidor Island eighteen miles from Manila today after reportedly striking a submerged log. All crew escaped before the vessel sank. It was a small boat with a single crew.
The article notes Elgin band and four visiting coaches arriving for a local event featuring horse competitions and a band concert. Cove also brings visitors as crowds expected to set attendance records. Weather hoped to be good for the record turnout.
London June 2 Peary told King George the story of reaching the North Pole. The explorer was received by the king in a formal audience.
City council last evening discussed multiple sanitary measures including stricter garbage disposal, raising the question of where to dump waste and the potential impact on Fourth Street and the river park. They also reviewed a four inch water main project on Avenue and granted an Airdome theatre permit.
Portland June 2 Announcement that the Oregon Railroad Navigation company will permit un baled wool shipments after July 8 from Oregon Washington and Idaho points to the Atlantic seaboard is seen as a partial victory for the Oregon Wool Growers association The move ends baling requirements aiding eastern buyers and could boost Oregon wool bids as shippers previously enjoyed lower rates without baling and the sheep industry grows locally
Four steel bridges, the longest about 1000 feet, were bought by the county court and commissioners yesterday afternoon. Installation will start at once at sites including the Red Bridge near Cove, north of Higin, across Big Ditch, and near Alicel. The court aims to adjourn that evening after finishing the work in two days if possible.
Relatives extend heartfelt thanks to all who offered sympathy and support after the passing of Grandmother Palmer. Gratitude especially to the Rebekah Lodge at Baker City for the beautiful floral offerings.
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