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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1906
Page
1
Fragmentary clipping reports dehumanizing treatment of Black people and slavery accusations in Scrippa News. Details are unreadable, but wording emphasizes exploitation and racial injustice within the community.
In Sikston Missouri deputies under U S Marshal Morrey seized Charles Smith and his brothers Charles Jr and W B Smith on a charge of forcing enslaved labor on their two thousand acre plantation under guard and without pay. Other firm members are sought and guards are to be arrested.
Gol. W. J. Bryan reached St. Petersburg today while traveling the world. He plans to study the Russian situation and collect opinions but will not discuss politics due to his long absence. After a brief look at national buildings he may visit the Douma tomorrow.
Vice Consul Brickwood reports from Gananea that he will endorse Consul Galbrith's actions following the recent insurrection. The observer notes the support after investigation and return to Bisbee, Arizona.
About eight hundred delegates attend the National Credit Men's Association annual convention at the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore on June 13. Delegates and many accompanying youths total around twelve hundred for a Lyric hotel reception with Governor Warfield Mayor Timanus and other state and city officials welcoming guests.
The twenty first annual convention of the National Editorial Association opens at Tomlinson Hall Indianapolis with a large attendance. Delegates tour the city by automobile. Avery M Moore of Weiser Idaho speaks on The Virtue of Tolerance urging a vote of confidence in Idaho to do justice to Meyer Haywood and Pattibone. the motion fails. Republicans favor Roosevelt and Democrats back Bryan for 1908.
Baltimore June 15. The Savannah a steamship at the Merchant and Miners wharf was totally destroyed by fire this morning. The Essex then burned after being ignited while half unloaded and towed into the stream. Three Essex workmen died and others were injured. The Savannah valued at about two million dollars. the Essex at three hundred thousand.
The preliminary hearing for Mrs. Moses Kaufman, wife of a millionaire brewer, progresses over the case of Agnes Polrasta a servant found dead with multiple wounds. Physicians testified to the body’s numerous cuts and bruises.
Prineville Review reports Frank Elkins, Republican, wins the sheriff race by a three vote margin after a tense contest. Rumors claim Sam Smith led early but the final tally favored Elkins by three votes.
In Stockton on June 15 during the Ledoux trial San Francisco chemist R R Rogers testified he found hydrocyanic acid in McVicar's organs and that a substance claimed to be morphine was morphine, noting cyanide and morphine poisons cause similar asphyxiation effects.
Howard W. Throghmorton secretary of George Boldt & Son owners of the Waldorf Astoria was attacked by two Mexicans as he hurried to the Santa Fe station. They stabbed him in the left side and tried to rob him but fled when he drew his revolver. Throghmorton was treated and went to San Diego at midnight. Boldt Jr. recently married a Spanish woman at Tia Jana, and it is said the assailants sought a letter Throghmorton carried for Boldt.
Thousands gathered in Louisville for the Kentucky Homecoming as rain altered the program. Editor Henry Watterson delivered the welcome address to a huge audience and received strong applause after introduction by Governor Beckham. Francis of the St. Louis World's Fair responded.
A historical list details the cheir executive chairholders of La Grande since 1885. Before that period the council selected a presiding officer from its own members. Names include C. H. Finn B. W. Grandy N. H. Wabber J. P. Fuller S. R. Reeves Wm. Miller Thomas Walsh R. E. Bryan Charlston J. M. Church David Bay J. A. McWhirter J. G. Henry J. E. Foley J. D. Stater and J. B. Stoddard.
The Capitola mill near Winlock moved to a group led by H. Stuchell W. M. Murphy and C. O. Gingrich for 150000 dollars. Senator Veness and H. A. Baldwin provided funds. the deal includes timber rights of about ninety million feet and all stock. The firm plans active management in Winlock with Stuchell and Gingrich, while Gingrich remains in Chehalis with his grocery business and Mrs. Gingrich.
A survey notes animals that never drink water including Patagonian llamas and Far East gazelles. Snakes lizards and other reptiles inhabit waterless areas while a western American bat surveys waterless plains. In Lazere France cows and goats rarely drink yet produce milk for Roquefort cheese.
Coroner reports Rosa SanFelippe slain by rifle bullet in San Jose. No arrests yet as Dr. John McMahon confirms the wound. Salvador SanFelippe, the husband and chief witness, says the assassin stood close in darkness. Insurance of 5000 dollars listed with the husband as beneficiary, ranch property assigned to him last year.
Coast steamers Urailla and city of Topeka had their crews taken off by order of Secretary Gill of the sailors union under San Francisco guidance. Other Seattle steamers remain untouched as local agent Mcl Wanrvia awaits instructions on whether to deploy non union crews aboard the Aimatilia or keep them berthed.
London reports thirty five sickness cases and six deaths in suburbs from consuming frozen meats imported from Argentina. Authorities warn against eating frozen meat products linked to the outbreak and urge public caution and disposal of suspected consignments.
The Grand Army of the Republic Department of Maine opened its annual encampment in Portland with a large business meeting. Relief Corps and other affiliated groups will hold meetings, then delegates will sail to an island for dinner and a large campfire at City Hall in the evening.
Miss Ruth Gibson daughter of Rear Admiral William G C Gibson U S N retired will wed Lieutenant William Theodore Tarrant U S N this afternoon at St Bartholomews Church Gold lace and gilt buttons will mark the ceremony Attendants include sisters Mrs Richard Butler Gilsenter and Miss Marion Gibson with bridesmaids Miss Kate Gibson and Miss Susan Persons
Salt Lake City June 13 The Utah Railway Company annual stockholders meeting elected eight Burlington officials as directors. The road will now be known as the White River Route, using the old corporation’s right of way through the immigration canyon into the city.
Paris observers report the Italian Countess and Boni are likely to settle their differences without trial due to a dispute over guardianship of the children and alimony.
The Master Car Builders' Association opens its national convention in Atlantic City, N J for three days. The American Railway Master Mechanics' Association arrives next week and will join on Friday and Saturday for joint activities. A joint exhibition on the Steel Pier draws attention as both groups meet. Attendance at the Car Builders’ event nears 4000.
King Haakon and Queen Maud travel from Christiana in November toward Trondjem for the coronation exercises. They will stop in small towns en route and mingle with the people while participating in planned royal festivities over the seven day journey.
In San Pedro a riot erupted as more than fifty sailors attacked a steamer attempting departure. Windows were battered and lines wrapped around the propeller gear as the violence continued.
East Oregonian reports Umatilla and Morrow counties lost about 20 000 sheep to recent high water and heavy snows. Most losses ranged from 100 to 500 head per sheepman across about 55 producers. Lambs accounted for at least half the toll while newly shorn ewes and lambs were left in the cold.
One hundred fifty farmers met at Cunningham to vote for a farmers elevator project. Steel storage tanks will be erected to handle the crop and wheat will be stored in bulk. This ends the sack graft practice cited by farmers.
San Francisco June 12. At 1:30 pm the conference between the city front federation representatives and ship owners adjourned sine die. Union leaders concede the situation is serious and there is no immediate prospect of arbitration of the waterfront strike.
The Cascade Lumber company rapidly rises on grounds in the city’s northeast. W. W. Fallon holds the contract with frame work finished. Building measures 80 by 160 feet and aims to complete by July. Plant will manufacture sash and doors for Yakima valley trade and expand the state’s lumber milling capacity. The mill runs day and night to meet orders.
Edward Sorenson of Willard confessed to attempting to kill Daniel Woodland and his wife early Tuesday. He implicated Henry Woodland and his son, saying the son paid him to murder them so the farm could be seized. Both victims were in bed. a shot through a window left the wife severely injured. The father is paralyzed and the son denies involvement, though the sheriff reports corroborating proof.
WASHINGTON June 13 Senator Millard chairman of the committee spoke in favor of a lock canal at the 8B foot level. He said it would cost over 150 million dollars less than the saw level and would take far less time to complete.
The San Francisco delegation visiting Washington will be allowed to present their financial aid proposition to the committee on appropriations tomorrow.
J A Moore and associates announce a million dollar steel plant on Lake Washington. They plan to complete a canal linking Puget Sound and Lake Washington via Lake Union within two years. A separate note from Ames Iowa reports graduate Countess Kieviwaky to lead Russia's Agronomy Department abroad.
The annual exhibition arranged by the French Government opens in Paris with breeding animals from Europe and the United States. The government exhibit featuring the military stud attracts attention as horse breeders from Europe, America, and the British colonies attend.
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