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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1910
Page
1
Dalzell secures the party nomination defeating an insurgent faction in a campaign described as decisive for a possible congressional bid. The outcome shifts momentum toward the Dalzell camp ahead of the election cycle.
At Pittsburgh headquarters John Dalzell defeats Doctor Robert J. Black by 405 votes with one precinct uncounted. Black alleges fraud and seeks a recount, while regulars claim the effort would delay victory. The upset signals a setback for insurgents, with Schulkill county in Pennsylvania voting insurgent K B Heaton over A D Gardner on the Cannon platform.
Governor Hadley pardons convicts Leo Jayne and Joseph Vail to allow prosecution for counterfeiting after exposure of a long running plant in the Missouri state penitentiary. The operation had been active for twenty years.
George Palmer Lumber Company announces re opening of the mill on double shift to keep operations running around the clock. An extra fifty experienced workers will be added as the new mill pond nears completion, with full readiness expected in about two weeks.
The Threshermen's association of Oregon will meet in La Grande December 9 as decided at its annual session in Albany. John Minnick of Union was named vice president.
President Taft and Attorneys General Wickersham met with railway leaders Ripley of Santa Fe Delano of Wabash and Felton of Chicago and Great Western this afternoon. The meeting produced a quieting effect on the stock market with no slump reported and officials refused to discuss the conference.
The funeral for fourteen month old Leland Ezra White of Gilbert White was held yesterday at the E. W. Kammerer residence where the child had been cared for. Rev. McLeod officiated.
Eighty nine La Grande firemen will gain from the Chicago wage raise for western firemen and enginemen, with many increases around thirty cents per day. The new schedule, announced in Chicago, covers about 23,000 union men and estimates show 27,000 will benefit across 32,000 on the involved railroads. The change includes 15 cent increases per 100 miles or per season for certain engines, 25 cent daily boosts for yard service, and 25 cent daily rises for transfer service and related roles, effective from January 1, 1916.
A R Wilson, longtime electrical contractor, formerly with Eastern Oregon Light and Power, considers opening an electrical contractor office in the city if suitable office space is secured.
R L Thielman last of the May bray gang fixed race swindlers escaped from an Orthopedic hospital while visiting his tuberculosis stricken daughter. He was under $5000 bond in county jail and faced Omaha trial for running fake races and prizefights. His wife voiced surprise at the sudden escape.
Portland millionaires don aprons and work in for strikebreakers as the Pacific Coast Metal Trades union declares a broader eight hour day campaign. William Hannon, vice president of the international union, says the strike will spread to coast cities and then the east. Employers state they are desperate for drivers to replace 400 striking teamsters as union pickets observe but do not intervene. Strikers predict victory with increased wages within days.
Seventy one tickets sold to Portland this morning and the westbound crowd grew crowded with standing room scarce. Twenty four berths were reserved for the special Rose festival excursion leaving La Grande at 9 30 this evening. The train will be made up at Baker City and carry Rose festival visitors alone. An additional afternoon northbound train is expected to bring more passengers with about 100 leaving La Grande tonight.
The transport Logan sailed for Manila with 13 men of Battery C of the 2nd artillery who broke for shore leaves Saturday night. Eighty men participated and all reached shore by swimming or small boats. They were all rounded up Sunday and court martials are likely.
Portland June 6 Rex Oregonus arrived at noon as the Portland Rage carnival opened with decorations and crowds. Festivities run through Saturday night ending with an electric parade as parades and events continue all week drawing an estimated 60,000 visitors.
The Chicago Tribune on June 6 calls for Senator Lorimer to resign, arguing Illinois is becoming a byword for corruption as bribery taints votes and breaches of trust multiply, even though Lorimer himself is not accused of bribery.
In Chicago on June 6 Judge Haney told of bitter clashes with Attorney Wayman and the press as he argued for Lee Neill Browne, a Democratic house leader tied to Lorimer in bribery charges, in a habeas corpus proceeding.
President Browne of the New York Central says the Interstate Commerce Commission should soon rule on the proposed rate increase. He argues the hikes are needed to fund recent wage raises for employees and speed up stalled improvements, noting a delay harms railroad progress.
La Grande edges Enterprise 1 to 0 in a pitcher’s duel. Wallace Childers arrives from Medicine Hat and hits a three bagger driving in the lone run. Bradley shines with fielding and a key catch. Umpired by Wallowa sheriff and county officials. Local praise for treatment and resolve that La Grande is on its feet.
Elgin defeated Enterprise eight to four at a twilight game in Elgin, with De Bole delivering a home run a two bagger and a sacrifice to star for Elgin. The match started late due to a stalled Joseph train at Palmer junction, leaving players hungry and waiting before the nine finally took the field.
Circuit court at North Powder opens with Judge J W Knowles presiding. Grand jury selected and a North Powder dispute McClaren versus Wilcox leads docket. Eight jurors released for cause. Standley v O R N injury case valued at 10000 to be heard tomorrow.
All churches will maintain headquarters at the Chautaqua to aid visiting fellow members during the festivities. Arrangements are being perfected by city organizations to support this scheme which organizers deem fine and beneficial.
J. W. Scriber the La Grande banker convicted of wrecking the Farmers and Traders National Bank is expected in U S court tomorrow for sentencing. His attorneys say the fight for his freedom is over and the general opinion is a seven year term.
Two county jail prisoners who slipped away Friday night or Saturday morning using lock manipulation and wall brick removal remain free. Little tangible evidence has been found, though some traces exist, and their whereabouts remain unknown.
H E Corpe III clerk of the Merchants Protective association is very ill at his M avenue home. He suffers a painful throat and may require an operation. Skilled nurses are caring for him.
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