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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1908
Page
1
Contests before the national committee continue as Taft allies battle for influence against Roosevelt. Oregon and Florida proxies, including Hitchcok and McKinney, move to back Taft while opponents push for formal seating and extended hearings. A separate item notes a Black Hand threat against evangelist Wiltim Pollock.
In San Francisco on June 4 Beitt Britt, brother of Jimmie Britt, takes on managing Joy Thomas and lines up several bouts for him. He has issued a challenge to Ketchel for a six round fight and contacted Charlie Harvey to arrange. The committee today matched Britt with Ketchel for the bout.
The National Convention of the Commercial Telegraphers' Union opens with threats of a general strike if wage restoration is not granted. They accuse Western Union of firing workers who returned and compelling others to drop union membership and lose benefits. Women operators are singled out for alleged discrimination.
A discovered assassination plot in Lisbon targets the young king during a religious service. The regent and royal guards tighten protection as the royal family remains under house arrest amid widespread fear and public turmoil.
The June 1 1908 official returns cite amendments including state armory funding 95 090 yearly for National Guard facilities and university support amounts, plus measures on equal suffrage amendment and city power to regulate amusement and saloon pricing. Election questions reference United States Senator selection and majority voting reforms with various yeas and nays.
Passengers on two long trains en route to Spokane and Puget Sound cities were delayed in La Grande. May Robson and her company, traveling from Helena, Montana to Spokane, faced four minute stopovers and booking changes. The actress and troupe performed in Helena and faced cancellations to mitigate losses, while local boosters circulated information about the Haquer question and potential real estate interest as tourists consider settling in the valley.
Walter Bactatti, former vice, faces trial in San Francisco Cal for involvement in bee related wrecking schemes. The case centers on alleged fraud and tampering with hives and equipment, with prosecutors outlining charges and expected testimony.
President of the looted Guilfornie safe Dopont & Pro cotepany faces felony ambexlomant charges before Wieige Lontey. District Attorney Duck opened alleging Bart- Ants stole about $250,000 in bands tied to the Colton estate. J. Tateed Brown, former bank manager, and co defendant Dahlgren testified about deposits and coded bank communications among officers.
Reported notes say the Umatifia reclamation work under Interior guidance faces delays and potential reevaluation. Officials indicate Congress and agencies will revisit plans to determine next steps and funding for further progress.
A California man is charged with eight counts related to a frame-up scheme involving 3600 and the Metropolitan Surety Coy T. He was arrested in Los Angeles after a warrant by A. Mareth, the eastern representative of the Security Company. The case implicates a state railroad commission official and a political figure.
Redwood City California June 1 a woman confessed to police that she strangled her infant and threw it into a waterway near town. Authorities say the suspect was charged and will stand trial for murder.
Oregon Democrats plan a statewide convention in Portland tomorrow morning. Chairman Leek and Secretary John B. Ryan are expected to be reelected, according to party chatter.
The article notes the burial of Max Eld, known as Bunchy, who died in the explosion at the Ervimr Tennessee area. He was laid to rest at Harbor View Cemetery with family and friends in attendance.
Captain Do Ls Bumbaugh who recently completed a long balloon trip will launch from Chicago on July 4 for a voyage toward the Pacific Goat.
A shaky report details brewing interests aiming to pull resources from business as a tactic. Mentions Virginia, West Virginia, and Texas brew masters, with references to law enforcement, politics, and Taft aligned delegates in a turbulent regional context.
A powerful June storm swept through Tokto injuring many and damaging buildings. Unclear text notes two and a half inch hail and window damage exposure, with crops reportedly harmed and several people severely injured.
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