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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1906
Page
1
The Baker City Herald endorses Frank Wrightman’s indirect tax plan for Oregon. It argues the system would reduce burdens on property owners, cites New Jersey examples, and notes Oregon’s debt status and idle funds awaiting legislative action on the omnibus referendum.
The Hankow Canton railroad stock is being offered for sale in Canton China on March 14. Demand is so high that streets near the offices are blocked and soldiers are being called to manage the crowd.
The British vessel Daylight long missing since September 29 was posted as missing by the Marine Exchange. From New York to Japan she carried 37 crew and four cargos of refined oil for the Stannard Oil Company.
Boise reports St John president of the Burke Miners Union released on a writ of habeas corpus after 23 days in the penitentiary for murder. He was re-arrested as he left court and jailed in Caldwell for examination. A requisition from Sheriff Rutan of Telluride seeks his return for the Mine Superintendent Collins murder. Western Federation attorneys plan to contest the service. Later from Worcester and Chicago: Massachusetts fruit growers meet in Worcester with horticultural talks and exhibits. Chicago wheat and corn market quotes show openings and closes.
The Association of American Universities opened its annual conference as the guest of the University of Versity. Sessions began this afternoon at the Mark Hopkins Institute and will run through the week. Institutions represented include Shade Vale Princeton Cornell Columbia Chicago Wisconsin Virginia Harvard Ivania John Hopkins and the Catholic University at Washington.
In New York on March 14 Cornelius H Bliss national committee treasurer and Attorney Jerome held a one hour conference. The discussion reportedly concerned political contributions by insurance officials.
Washington March 14 Senator Aldinhoh leading Hepburn Bill opponents said they were ready to vote. The challenge was not accepted as speeches against court review are planned. Administration forces appear to be sparring for time.
Philadelphia March 14 McGovern is said to be somewhat under the weight required though his health is described as the pink of health Nelson remains the favorite at three to one in betting circles.
In St. Petersburg on March 14 the nation’s party actions move slowly as people fear casting ballots. Many liberals elected are banished to Libera immediately.
A clash in Fall left rebel leader Kwang Sei and three followers severely harmed amid a broader attack on the family of American missionary Dr. Andrew Beattie. Looters stole clothing and jewelry valued at $1000.
Judge E B Watson of Portland is named as a latent aspirant for the United States Senate. The report notes five candidates so far with more precincts expected to report, suggesting the field may grow.
Mrs. C Kirkpatrick and Miss Lizzie Foust were riding home from a visit when the approaching Elgin train frightened their horse causing a runaway. The buggy struck a telegraph pole, both women were thrown to the ground and Mrs. Kirkpatrick suffered severe facial injuries and loss of consciousness before being cared for at Mr. Browns and later at home.
JR Warnstaff of Fox Hill farms claims eight years of steady labor have built a standout property. His orchard stands frost free and his timothy meadow is praised for quality. He notes fourteen inch stalk heads and two and a half feet of snow on the meadow as winter strength.
Delegates from the United Mine Workers of America fill Toplincon Hall in Indianapolis as President John Mitchel prepares to open the national conference. A full report on the New York operators meeting will be presented and any proposed changes to strike demands will be discussed for possible joint review with operators next week.
A frame structure next to the new 16th Street Theatre under construction collapsed. Dr. E Dryer and his aged mother survived being buried under bricks, though the theatre loss is estimated at 20,000 dollars and no deaths reported.
Washington reports say the senate passed a resolution urging Secretary Taft to send the senate the communications between the department and officers regarding the Jolo battle in the Philippines. Senator Rayner of Maryland delivered a strong speech for government rate regulation. Prince Tee and Chinese commissioners said they favor Europe and expect amicable settlement of differences. It is rumored Spooner would succeed Taft if he becomes Associate Justice of the Supreme Court.
Reports from St Petersburg dated March 13 allege a plot by reactionists to provoke further unrest, implicating Witte and other high officials to justify harsher measures and undermine the Liberal manifesto of October, with opponents gaining cabinet influence and threats of an Easter outbreak. Also noted are canal affairs in Washington and a fire aboard the battleship Ohio in Manila, plus miners' strike threats in France after a Courdiers mine disaster.
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