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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1911
Page
4
The Observer Bruges Dennis, editor and owner, is processed at La Grande post office as second class matter with additional unreadable lines following the index.
Two metropolitan correspondents Carl and Harry Ed publish a pamphlet recounting legislative coverage as they see it. The review notes restrained bias, some sentiment against friends or enemies, and generally fair handling with occasional rapid, uncensored editorial speed.
The text contemplates a public sale to fund publishers, arguing chaos in Oregon justifies fringe press competition. It suggests Edward and Smith as rivals to pamphlet writer U'Ren and invites more participants in the venture.
Opinion argues against paving a large city district to 48 feet. A 24 foot wide paved section reduces costs and burdens on property owners while still providing usable parking and urban improvement. The author urges citizens to consider a narrower standard before extending paving.
Professor Scott Nearing of the University of Pennsylvania argues women are parasites on men's earnings. The Oregonian questions that view, citing census data on women in gainful vocations and daily life in American farm and mechanic homes.
The piece argues that women contribute fully to industry and home life. It notes women work across trades, run households, and fill roles in schooling, retail, and farming. It contends progress has shifted tasks, not reduced women’s labor or value.
The piece notes three more New York brokers arrested for swindling the public in a worthless stock scheme. It warns against buying from strangers, comparing foreign city scams to local schemes, and urging readers to ignore such offers to avoid losses.
The Condon states man Bowerman has moved his law offices to Portland and will practice there. He is regarded as a major attorney in Portland, with strong prospects for future business.
A blaze at Albany likely destroyed many records and skeletons in closets as officials fear repercussions fade with the loss. The incident may ease pressure on several public men whose pasts could be subjected to renewed scrutiny.
Anglers rejoice as duck season is now open, adding to the trout anglers' happiness with fresh hunting prospects. The notice highlights renewed opportunities for local sportsmen and reflects seasonal activity in regional waterways.
On this date multiple historical notes include 1814 British repulse at La Colle Mills, 1822 Florida territorial government, 1833 US Siam treaty, 1837 death of John Constable, 1842 birth of John Fiske, 1843 Metcalfe named Canada governor, 1848 birth of Don Carlos, 1858 birth of De Wolf Hopper.
A concise timeline notes seven hundred lives lost in the 1878 wreck of the White Star Atlantic off Halifax. It also records 1878 Grant’s Rome visit greeted by the pope, 1889 the Eiffel Tower opening, 1903 Lowell textile strike beginning, and 1910 Greek King George issuing a constitutional revision ending the military league regime.
Jogeh Caillaux born in Le Mans March 30 1868 is named minister of finance in the Monis administration. He is the son of Eugene Caillaux a former minister of public works and a noted engineer and politician. Caillaux studied political science taught in universities and served as an economic expert before entering government service. He previously held the finance portfolio in 1899 to 1902 under Waldeck Rousseau and in 1906 under Clemenceau and has long represented Sarthe in the chamber of deputies. He is an author on finance and political science including works on national revenue duties.
Lyle announces a Friday night recital featuring the Hill Orchestra along with many excellent numbers. Arrangements indicate a strong line up and notable performances expected.
When feet are wet and cold and exposure is high a large dose of Chamberlains Cough Remedy followed by hot foot bath is advised to ward off a severe cold. Sold by all dealers.
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