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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1911

Page

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Rancher Dies of Wounds After Fight

Ed Luis, a North Powder rancher, died after 24 hours of suffering from wounds inflicted in a fight.

ED Luis North Powder

Coroner's Inquest Held In North Powder Murder Case

Ed Luis rancher near North Powder died from injuries after a quarrel with Parsh Corn. Corn arrested. preliminary hearing set in La Grande as Information filed. District Attorney Ivanhos and attorney Cochran attended the coroner's inquest amid community shock.

North Powder la Grande Luis Lulu Northpore Corn Ivanhos C. E. Cochran Bacon

De La Barra Sworn Pro Tem as Mexico Faces Transition

Mexico City May 26 Francisco De La Barra former ambassador to the United States was sworn in as president pro tem pledging to rule only until order is restored and a president and vice president are elected Diaz condition is grave and Madero foresees victory as resignations of Diaz and Corral shift power Madero hints at running for presidency while keeping insurgent forces as a federal nucleus. Baltimore writer Denison dies at home after lengthy dime novel career.

Mexico City Francisco de la Barra United States Mexico Diaz Madero Republic Dunrez Corral Dias de la Barra Imaurgenta Saltillo Coahuila Venus Pino Carranza Baltimore Mary Andrews Denison Normandy Height Mrs. Southworth Mary J Holmes Amy Randolph

Portland bound Hot Lake event party travels from Wallowa to Grand

A group from Wallowa County travels to Grande for a June 3 gathering at Hot Lake Sanatorium. They attend tours in La Grande and Hot Lake, banquet on June 4, then proceed to Portland for hotel and dining. Top three vote earners may visit San Francisco at the Observer’s expense.

Portland A Hest Santtoriut Batul Wallowa County Ea Grande Bern Hot Lake Institution la Grande Hot Lake Hotke Witntes Kays Geveral Portland Portland Commercial Lab Rhtu Trust Company Gearhart Gearhart Beach San Francisco Observer

May 2 Observer contest ends with late subscriptions

To-morrow night ends the race for Observer prizes at midnight Saturday. Subscriptions mailed with May 27 postmarks count if envelopes show a signed note claiming May 2 mailing. Subscriptions must reach the Observer by 6 p.m. May 2 and can be mailed from outside La Grande with witnesses signing the envelope.

Prises Observer Witmes la Grande City la Grande

Prosecution Against Regent Oil Trust Dropped by Administration

Washington May 26 The attorney general announces no criminal prosecution has begun or is pending against John D Rockefeller or the Standard Oil trust for Sherman act violations. The president was directed to inform the Senate that no action will be taken. The notice follows the Standard Oil decision declaring the trust.

Regent Oil Trust Washington John D. Rockefeller Standard Oil Wickersham Senate Pomerone Ohio

Chicago Heat Wave Returns Breaks May Record

Four deaths and numerous prostrations are reported as Chicago endures a May heat wave. Temperatures topped 94 degrees the previous day, setting a decade high, with high humidity and forecasts of continued heat.

Chicago

Intercollegiate Glider Meet Opens in Boston

Boston on May 26 reports a dozen colleges and schools entered machines for the first intercollegiate glider meet and the first large glider event in America, signaling a landmark aviation contest.

Boston Mass America

American Henley Opens as Intercollegiate Rowing Sets Mark

Philadelphia hosts the ninth annual American Rowing Association regatta with teams from many colleges arriving for the one mile 550 yard Schuylkill course. Focus centers on the intercollegiate race as crews compete for early season honors.

Philadelphia Chiba American Rowing Association Schuylkill River

Tomorrow’s event under Harvard Aeronautical Society auspices

A brief note indicates activities set to begin tomorrow organized by the Harvard Aeronautical Society, emphasizing student involvement and a framework of educational aviation programs.

Harvard Aeronautical Society

Candidates lined up for district Rose Festival vote

The article lists candidates across districts in La Grande and nearby areas, naming residents from multiple streets and towns and showing vote tallies. It outlines prizes including trips to Portland, San Francisco, and educational awards with details on who may win based on final counts.

la Grande Observer Portland D Avenue Nutter B. B Sixth St the Williams Fred W Ie Davis Ada X Avenue

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