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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1911
Page
4
The piece argues against a nom de plume for signed articles and defends direct senator elections. It notes Senator Borah’s leadership on the issue, contrasts with Oregon’s direct vote progress, and predicts a future where Oregon may welcome Borah but keep direct choice for senators.
Sherwood Williams of La Grande is named encra tory of the grievance committee to resolve disputes between local Northwest fruit growers groups and the Pacific coast main organization. He will maintain an office in La Grande and handle complaints, signaling the city’s rising role in regional farming groups.
The piece notes support for direct election of senators, citing a senator at the forefront of the movement who lost narrowly this time but expects victory next round. It argues the old legislative method is now unsatisfactory and points to Colorado's vacancy and ensuing turmoil as context for reform.
The Chicago strike has forced papers to publish four pages. Observers say the city daily’s large print volume has defined its identity for years and the current stoppage may hasten a shift to smaller editions with potential benefits for readers and costs for the industry.
The article argues stage profanity should be barred by city officials. It notes stage license is held by theaters while opera houses show women in tights, suggesting public morals would be shocked if same attire appeared elsewhere.
The article notes a shift away from the hobble skirt toward a four quartered design. It reflects on the hobble’s early popularity and its initial display in four quarters before change in style.
After a lengthy pursuit Abe Reuf is now jailed. A pardon petition is expected to begin shortly to seek clemency or release consideration.
The article reflects on William Allen White and the Kansas slogan What’s the Matter With Kansas, noting its impact on civic decency and political reform. It discusses a broader question of Western prosperity, flax cultivation potential, and regional economic development.
The article laments missed flax opportunities for American farmers as Minneapolis mills must import 400000 bushels of flax seed at high freight costs. It argues Western growers ignore domestic supply, warning against dependence on Argentine or foreign flax while urging home production to fuel mills and global markets.
Peary Marion Howe born in Boston on March 8 1848 son of Julia Ward Howe. He graduated Harvard 1869 and MIT 1871 in mining metallurgy. He worked in Bessemer steel in Troy New York and researched copper mines in Canada and Chile before joining MIT as a lecturer. His lectureship expanded into a major scientific role attracting European and American attention. In 1897 he became head of the Columbia School of Mines.
A rundown of historic events across years, noting figures and political milestones. It references Silas Deane’s 1776 appointment, Wealey’s death in 1781, a 1708 London note, Texan independence claims, and other late 18th to 19th century items including impeachment moves, military bills, and inventions.
Advertisement promises PAZO OINTMENT cures for itching bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days or money refunded. It notes the remedy offers relief without surgical procedures and claims rapid results.
A brief notice from Box 804 City advertises W4STED locked ledger keeping or tenography work in the evening by a young man employed during the day.
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