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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1910
Page
6
Oxford defeated Cambridge by three and a half lengths in the annual Thames race. The four and a half mile course finished in 20 minutes 14 seconds, 17 seconds off the record. Local onlookers in La Grande tracked the result and awaited the Observer’s street appearance.
A report notes an agreement to face the former champion in San Francisco on September bth. The item highlights planned competition and location details.
St Louis March 28 Ad Wolgast answered a telegram from Bat Nelson by promising to meet Nelson for another bout which will probably take place in San Francisco September 9.
The Joseph line, a branch road, battles frequent landslides rivaling trunk lines that once cut travel time from Chicago to the coast. The Elgin can yon route and its landslide history put Eastern Oregon real estate in the front ranks of delayed progress.
The Chinese war board prepares to enact Yin Tchang’s plans to re distribute troops, expand the imperial army, and possibly institute compulsory military service to boost China’s soldier numbers.
In town today Mia Peckate and two Umatilin women arrive for a shopping expedition. The piece notes the irony of progress as the natives travel with blankets, braided ropes, and rudimentary suitcases, imagining future generations with refined luggage and cosmetics.
The government Meat Commission meets in Winnipeg with public ownership of packing houses under consideration. It was appointed to investigate charges that the tent trust, fostered by American packers, operates in Manitoba.
The Phillips and Phillips versus Kiddle Bios case heads a fourth Union case this term in the circuit court, with Cromwell versus Santus next for a suit over professional fees. Both parties hail from Union, marking the fifth Union case this term. Plaintiff is represented by B. F. Wilson and T. H. Crawford. Cochran and Cochran defend.
Rumor says Judge Knowles may order County Clerk to draw a new venire to finish the circuit court term. Only 12 men remain in the old venire while Phillips and Phillips vs Kid Wire Bros will go out today. If the current jury fails to decide before Cromwell v Lanius is heard tomorrow, a new venire is likely tomorrow morning.
Attorneys argue the money due cattle deal case before the jury this afternoon. A verdict is expected this evening. J. L. Davis of Union for the plaintiff Cochran and C. H. Finn of Portland for the defense represent the parties.
A marriage license was issued this morning at the county clerk's office to Joseph McDermont and Lulu Wollever, both residents of Union, marking their forthcoming marriage.
Albany March 23. The summing up of the Allds case by Conger's side is expected to be concluded today. Afterward the defense will devote a week to open discussion. It seems unlikely the Senate will vote before April 1.
A brief item notes the February 18 2010 issue of New Went Alive and progressive magazine highlighting its focus on good reading and forward looking content.
Bargains offered by Peem Breit and Legroved include 80 acres improved 66 under tilled, 40 acres near Summerville with irrigation, 40 acres under cultivation, 190 acres hay and grain land, 100 acres pasture, 30 acres bearing orchard with 30 acres new apple trees, and 8 to 6 miles from Summerville. Prices range from 4,500 to 12.50 to 90 per acre with terms on application. Timber and other property also listed.
In 1907 the Merchants saved over $10,000 by carrying two parts their own company. By 1968 they projected savings of $15,000 while neighbors paid about $1,500,000 in profits to outside firms.
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