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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1910
Page
4
United Press Telegraph Service notes the paper will not publish unsigned pieces. It states signed articles will be revised at the editor’s discretion and urges writers to sign their work to avoid disappointment.
The piece argues Edward's death unsettles England and could push anti royalty factions toward a republic, noting public mutterings and suffragette activity as potential catalysts while asserting a monarchy may endure due to national sentiment and respect for the fallen king.
A prominent citizen argues against party loyalty saying they vote for the man. The piece defends political parties, credits Roosevelt with breaking party lines, and asserts the Republican Party is right in many ways despite respect for other views.
The piece argues for a republican revival and warns against graft within parties. It urges voters to study candidates personally, avoid nominating known rascal figures, and place the foundation of government in the primary, not the general election. It cites past corruption and stresses party integrity as essential.
The piece argues Governor Frank Benson supports declaring May as mother’s day. It questions singling out a day yet urges daily respect for mothers, living or deceased, and notes a Nebraska senator’s call for white carnations. It suggests Salem proclamation urging public mourning of mothers would be fitting.
City treasurer announces funds on hand for naval warrants issued to General for La Grande City up to No 8066 endorsed December 17 1998. Interest on warrants from 7939 to 98066 ceases as of May 4 1910 in La Grande Oregon. Ray W Logan City Treasurer.
The Union district holds a bond election this afternoon to decide whether to raise $50,000 to build a new schoolhouse and improve existing facilities. Most in Harmony favor passage, rallying with bands and banners urging support while a minority, mainly large property owners without children, oppose the measure.
Water Department warns every water user to pay the water rent by the tenth of the month or face a positive shut off.
A reader named George Lamoreau proposes the slogan Look Out for La Grande to boost the city. He cites rail crossing phrasing and the prominence of La Grande as the final word, urging community participation including women’s input in this open contest.
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets claim to ease chronic constipation headaches biliousness skin pallor and dyspepsia in women. The advertisement highlights digestive and systemic relief with the tonic preparation.
The Observer apologizes for a previous error in the Mother's Day editorial caption and explains distortion occurred after going to press. The paper notes the mistake and presents the corrected editorial content.
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