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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1911
Page
1
Washington officials report heightened excitement as military planners concentrate war games on the southern frontier. The exercise aims to test mobilization, supply lines, and coordination with allied forces, highlighting regional strategic importance.
Continuous troop movements signal imminent war with barracks rising for full accommodation. Taft orders Limantour conference as Mexican investments spark U S uncertainty. Grant to Fort Monroe to embark for Galveston as coast artillery regiments convert to infantry. Vancouver dispatch notes rush to San Antonio for immediate deployment.
Reports from Mexican correspondents tie military mobilization to President Diaz illness and unrest. US marines depart swiftly from Boston harbor toward Philadelphia to board transports. San Diego notes war preparations as torpedo forces rally, with 2000 sailors or marines en route and Ballina Cruz eyed as a base. Generals Bell Ladd and Winslow ordered to San Antonio to report to Carter. Galveston workers rush barracks for troops at Fort Crockett San Jacinto and Tavis Texas.
In Washington March 8 the conservationists express satisfaction with Walter Fisher succeeding Ballinger as secretary of the interior. Pinchot predicts Fisher will win broad approval while others in the interior department are expected to retire soon. Meanwhile Seattle plans a reception for Richard Ballinger on his return home and possible resume of his law practice.
The Atkinson case on obtaining money under false pretenses was delayed by a few hours due to arguments in a separate matter between K. J. Martin and Abel Eaton over a horse trade. The court will dispose of Atkinson’s case soon and then hear Franklin Truax versus Frank Beinhoff over an account.
A time book used by T R Ellexson was found near Union station by Chadwick a butcher from Hot Lake company. The ledger shows notations dated September 8 and 3 linking to Baker and Perry ranch and suggests Ellexson escaped along railroad tracks and crawled through a wire fence losing the book. Analysts say the discovery strengthens the circumstantial case and could alter views on the killer’s motive and route.
Seattle precincts reported reform council victory and an $800000 municipal street railway bond carrying by a strong majority. Returns from 26 precincts uncounted, but outcome regarded as decided.
From Mexicali on March 8 a large Federal force moved toward the city and was several miles west of Mexicali when rebels reported their position. The situation indicates active engagement near the border area as authorities monitor movements and potential clashes.
Portland March 8 rumor among wheat and flour men says Japan plans to intervene in the Mexican affair drawing the United States in. They believe this explains unprecedented flour orders from Japan while another unconfirmed report says the U S is buying provisions in peace time and local flour dealers are asked to contract shipments for Uncle Sam.
Father Bellot a missionary returning from Ottawa carries government sanction to sell Fraser River reserves to the Grand Trunk Pacific which will build east to Prince Rupert. He says the province blocks Indian fishing and hunting, stoking discontent as the Indians struggle to earn a living. The priest cautions that violence may be justified.
Impacted Clyde stallions now stabled here by Maple Avenue Stock Farm of Ontario will be exhibited and shown on Adams Avenue next Saturday at 2 o clock for farmers and horsemen. Manager F H Neil has been here this week seeking opportunities to own a large barn of pure bred stock and will oversee the exhibit.
A 15 year old boy in Tacoma faced a personal crisis after breaking into his mother's trunk and taking items. He died today after ingesting carbolic acid last night, fearing parental punishment.
Ottawa editorial and political leaders unite that Laurier's reciprocity speech clears the path for passage of the agreement. Heendorsed the treaty and pledged loyalty to Great Britain while opposing annexation, calling trade barriers between Canada and Britain an invisible wall.
The eighth annual conference in Birmingham led by the National Child Labor committee begins tomorrow with Theodore Roosevelt and Governor Woodrow Wilson headlining. Other speakers include Miss Jane Addams, Dr Felix Adler, Senator Borah, Charles Neill, and Florence Kelley. Key topics cover Uniformity in Child Labor Legislation and The Conservation of Childhood as efforts push for harmonized state laws and broader adoption of established standards.
A sale involving 90 acres of Imbler orchard to Dayton Mex This deal cites a figure of fifty thousand dollars and indicates an increase in value.
Expert appraisal notes the tract produced a poor wheat yield seven years ago, selling for 540 dollars per acre. A prior sale six years ago fetched 867.50 dollars per acre. A new reconnaissance is considered.
Six years of history on the Macreimbler tract shows John Ellingford selling to Walter Lyman for 67.50 an acre. Lyman sold a half interest to JL Oldenberg for 95 an acre. The pair later sold to W A Laidlaw of Portland for 125 an acre. About 90 acres were sold yesterday evening at 850 an acre.
Big north Imbler tract sale sets a new land value record at $650 per acre totaling $50 000. Buyers Bert Monnett and Clyde Weatherford of Dayton, guided by J I Dorenberger manager of Pomona Orchard, praised by local officials as landmark. Seller was W A Laidlaw with Portland firm involved. Market notes highlight dramatic shift from wheat to orchard values.
Washington reports the railroad rate dispute is settled with the commission's decision. The Pennsylvania Railroad cancelled its advance schedules today, and the New York, Baltimore and Ohio and the Erie lines have pledged to follow. Other railroads are expected to act promptly.
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