Water Board At Cove To Settle Dispute
Local attorney presents evidence after hearings as the water board meets at Cove to settle ongoing disputes. Proceedings focus on pricing and allocation issues affecting residents and businesses.
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1909
Page
1
Local attorney presents evidence after hearings as the water board meets at Cove to settle ongoing disputes. Proceedings focus on pricing and allocation issues affecting residents and businesses.
Oregon's first water board held its initial hearing in Cove to evaluate water rights in Mill Creek. F M Saxton represented Division No 2 with Baker City HQ as evidence and claims were presented for adjudication.
The article notes interest in a new board and hopes for a satisfactory settlement to curb the extensive litigation that typically follows water disputes. It emphasizes reducing prolonged conflicts through mediation and organized oversight.
Walter Neidner receiver of the Farmers and Traders National Bank at La Grande sues Asa D. Thompson for collection of four notes. Thompson defends claiming the note was an accommodation paper lacking valuable consideration.
The State Supreme Court unanimously affirmed a Superior Court ruling finding the Northern Pacific guilty of violating the 16 hour per day limit on trainmen. The company admitted crews worked 19 hours but argued state law did not apply to cross border and interstate commerce.
Attorney Herbert N. Dewolfe of Tacoma files with the legislature a charge alleging eight state Supreme Court justices except Parker violated oath in four cases. He cites Stone & Webster Seattle Electric Co and Mutual Life Insurance Co ties, naming Rudkin Fullerton Mount Dunbar Crow Gose Chadwick Morris as accused. He plans to present the case at the State Bar Association.
Court proceedings draw attention as accuser seeks clarity and cleansing of the high tribunal. Reports describe conflicting statements, political pressure, and calls for reform amid ongoing scrutiny in Washington.
A tentative plan notes a Japanese dive pageant parade may proceed tonight. Officials indicate ratification of the program could elevate other scheduled events, with arrangements completed for a full slate.
Daybreak to midnight schedule outlines Sunrise 100 guns and a Japanese float in the Nations parade. Activities include races on Jefferson avenue, a Corgress of Nations parade, a barbecue, dances by La Grande orchestra, daylight display, hose races, a band concert, an illuminated Japanese parade and fireworks ending with a grand ball at the Elks auditorium.
Portland June 29 The Forest Service will work with state officials associations and individuals to compile accurate records of 111 fire losses across Washington and Oregon this summer The report will detail counties burned area of merchantable timber land cleared and the value and cost of fighting fires This aims to provide a systematic view not previously available and complements existing ranger reports and wardens records
District Forester E. T. Allen coordinates with the Oregon Conservation Association, Oregon State Board of Forestry, and Washington Forest Fire Association to revise report forms and gather fire data. Volunteers will report fires via postcards, with the Forest Service providing return mailers and envelopes for compilation.
Fire fighters responded at 1 46 this morning to a two alarm blaze at 1411 1413 Adams avenue the second hand store of Charles England. The owner escaped from the basement as flames spread through the cellar and up to the first floor. Loss is estimated between 1200 and 1500 with England covering 1000 to 1200. The fire was contained by 3 00 pm with the aid of the local department and a check of appreciation given by owners and neighbors.
Readable text notes a power centered artistic event titled Power in Creat Aru Dance Here at Minam Project One attracting seers and attendees. An enigmatic showcase highlights sensory performances and creative motion within a produced venue.
Walter M. Pierce outlines in a Commercial Club banquet address the power possibilities of the Grande Ronde Valley and waters of Union and Wallowa counties. He forecasts population growth, resource exhaustion, and the shift of manufacturing westward to harness water power and electricity for the Pacific coast.
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