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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1905
Page
2
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A reflective note urges patience with rough individuals to help them improve, comparing the result to polished diamonds. It emphasizes guidance over judgment and the value of steady support.
The article notes Bleeding Kansas appears ready to permit Standard Oil Co to “bleed” the region no longer, signaling a decisive move against the oil giant and its influence. Local reaction highlights growing opposition and regulatory pressure.
The Supreme Court sustains lower courts in Texas that ruled the National Cotton Oil Co forfeited its right to do business in the state. The decision is a setback for the Cotton Oil trust and its operations in Texas.
We plan an exhibition to entertain many home seekers and boost pride. We should keep our front door yards looking their best to attract visitors.
Portland press notes difficulty in choosing a candidate for mayor and to fill Jack Matthews chairmanship of the Republican county central committee, a position vacated after his resignation. The article frames the situation as a scarce male presence influencing party control.
Old Yamhill county weighs a referendum on house bill 870 with an appropriation exceeding 1 000 000 dollars. The dispute centers on large sums for four state Normal schools and signals likely future cuts reducing the number ofNormals to two or even one.
The rail question divides the nation as supporters urge prompt government action to secure fair freight rates. They warn that failure could drive demands for full government ownership, while the transportation issue is seen as pivotal to curbing other trusts.
The establishment of a branch creamery in Pendleton by Grande Ronde Creamery Co provides a long term market for local cream producers. It will allow the plant to process double or more cream than possible without the new outlet, supporting rapid growth in Grande Ronde Valley dairy production.
In 1900 the US census put aggregate American wealth at 94.3 billion dollars, rising to 105 billion by a recent estimate. The rise reflects a 10.7 billion increase and a 2.55 billion annual growth. The total far exceeds UK and German combined wealth. The Secretary of Agriculture notes US farm production value in 1903 topped all mined gold and silver mined worldwide since 1492.
Dre Wythcombe of Oregon Agricultural College is listed as an active Republican candidate for Governor. His work at the Farmers Institute broadens his statewide acquaintance and profile.
General election to choose mayor recorder marshal treasurer and two council members for La Grande Union County Oregon. Polls open eight AM to seven PM on March 13 1905 with ward locations and appointed judges and clerks listed.
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