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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1911
Page
4
In La Grande the election on buying playgrounds near the high school building was decisive. Voters declined the proposal due to anticipated tax increases, choosing to keep the existing school property plan and signaling community support for fair dealing and local kindness.
The La Grande School District voted to reimburse Judge Williams for money lost when a bank failed. He repaid the amount from his own funds, and the district faced no inconvenience. Public sentiment grew that he should not bear the burden, viewing his work as voluntary and thankless.
The text notes Sir Charles Hardinge born June 20 1858 and chosen to succeed the Earl of Minto as governor general of India. It outlines his education at Harrow and Cambridge and a diplomatic career with postings in Constantinople Berlin Washington Bosra Paris Teheran and St Petersburg. He served as assistant under secretary of state for foreign affairs in 1903 and as ambassador at St Petersburg in 1904. He then returned to London to serve as secretary of state for foreign affairs and later led as minister in India, accompanying the late king on visits to European capitals.
A list of historical markers including 1774 Frederick Maryland protests against Britain, 1782 US great seal adoption, 1829 power loom muslin loom debut in Central Falls, 1837 Hanover’s separation via Queen Victoria, 1861 McClellan takes command in western Virginia, 1876 Santa Anna death, 1898 Shafter in Cuba, 1900 Lord Zach death, 1903 Cardinal Vaughan death, 1910 Arizona New Mexico statehood bill signed.
The passage links general economic health to farm and trade success, asserting that factory activity and merchant demand boost farmer prosperity and that the continuing demand for foods produced in Oregon supports the state's overall well being.
A collage of historical curiosities and humorous asides from old writings. It cites Edward Webb’s Travalles for a tale of wild men in Prester John’s court and Constantinople and recalls English royal history noting Edward V as an uncrowned king. It also includes a quip about Hoon-Scrappington and his wife.
A transit fare entry shows a rate from the Oregon Washington Railroad and Navigation Company to Chicago with a quoted price around 108.55 dollars and an amount 110.00 noted in Council Bluffs area records.
A humorous dialogue unfolds as a bachelor worries about finances for marriage while Old Benedict questions his earnings, delivering a sharp punchline about not making enough. The exchange showcases light banter and social pressures of securing a spouse through economic means.
Spokane Rev. David W. Ferry declares that the Girl Guides of America will not merge with the Des Moines Girl Scouts or the Pioneer Girls of New York. He notes invitations to join were rebuffed, and the Spokane group will proceed independently with potential support from Hawaii, Canada, and numerous western and midwestern communities.
Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood announces modern penology reforms to garrison prisoners confined and performing hard labor. Under new rules, five days may be abated for every 25 days of good conduct for sentences up to three months, with extended terms receiving 10 days per 20 days of good conduct after the first month.
New orders allow prisoners who have served half of a ten day sentence to request probation for the rest of the term. The policy shift aims to reduce public misperception, ease the burden of guard duties, and parole garrison prisoners under supervision rather than constant confinement whenever feasible.
Madrid reports a hint from telegraphic sources that ex-President Diez of Mexico is not wanted in Spain while public sentiment calms. It is said to have altered the ex-dictator's plans. he was due to arrive at Corunna but is now en route to Switzerland. Also included is an advertisement for Chamberlain's Colic Cholera Diarrhoea Remedy and a recruitment notice from Albany Nurseries Inc proposing salesmen with expense money.
Masons and related orders announce regular meetings across the week. La Grande Lodge No 433 meets Thursday at 8 p.m. at Elk's club. Crystal Lodge No 2 meets Tuesday in I C O F hall. Red Cross Lodge No 27 meets Monday at Castle hall. Visitors welcome.
M W A La Grande Camp No. 7703 meets each Monday in the month at the I C O F ball. All visiting neighbors are cordially invited to attend.
Carrie B Hunter serves as W M and Mary A Warmick as secretary announce that Hope Chapter No. 13 of C B C holds stated communications on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month. Visiting members are cordially invited.
Arann Ronde Circle No 47 holds a meeting Thursday evening at 8, with 460 attendees mentioned. Carrie Robbs serves as G M and Lizzie Ellsworth noted as members in attendance.
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