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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1909
Page
4
The La Grande Evening Observer reports on Washington state graft accusations sparking calls for legislative investigation. It notes rising tornado and cyclone activity in the East prompting more Western migration. Locals discuss the Wellowa train mail privilege and question Le Grande's Rose Show queen.
The article contrasts tariff policy shifts from party lines to national interest and a possible tariff commission. It notes tariff schedules must protect industry while minimizing electoral impact and highlights a record Grange membership surge, reflecting long standing state influence.
The piece notes widespread county unrest as a new state assessment is prepared. It argues taxes should not rise under the new system and urges county courts to ensure next year’s levy remains no higher than the current one.
Public notices claim tobacco industry groups face similar statements after sugar trust dollars were dodged by evading writ law. Authorities question whether tobacco firms also redirected funds to dodge legal requirements as scrutiny rises.
Sunday at First Baptist Church Corner Sixth and Spring offers morning worship with a sermon Heavenly Treasures in Earthen Vessels and an evening service at 7 pm featuring a four part study Christ the many sided Man. Miss May Noyds leads the B Y P O theme At the Cross. The study presents Christ the King the Man Deeds the Human Helper and the Son of God from diverse viewpoints. A cordial welcome is extended to all.
The notice lists St Peters Church events for the Sth Sunday after Easter including Holy Communion at 3 a.m. Sunday School, Morning Service, Evening Service, with the evening hour changed to o'clock and a Holy Eucharist at 10 a.m. on Ascension Day led by Upton H Gibbs.
Washington Ave and Sixth Street hosts Rev S W Seemann D D minister with morning sermon The Work of the Individual and evening Christian Evidences Special choir music Sunday school at 9 45 a m led by superintendent W L Brenholts C B service at 7 00 p m led by Miss Alda Roush Prayer meeting Thursday at 4 00 p m
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