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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1911

Page

8

Alleged Horse Thief Brought to La Grande Jail

One man believed to be among a gang that stole valuable horses from Guy Patten and others near Elgin about ten days ago was brought to La Grande by Sheriff Childers after a arrest near Lewiston Idaho. He is imprisoned in the county jail as parts of a multi person gang remain at large.

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Brick Yards Await Signal After Injury Delays Start

La Grande brick yards delayed their morning start due to an injury to Mr. Wilson from a night accident. The plant is ready, and officials expect a quick return to full operation once the yard and machinery are secured.

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Injured cyclist in band concert accident rest awaiting update

A cyclist named Wilson in a band concert crowd was riding when he dodged a team and struck a slow moving automobile. He sustained a head bruise and other injuries but physicians say the cuts are not as serious as first feared and he should recover.

Bacon Wilson Depot Adams

Whitman Senior Wins State Oratorical Contest

Fred Clemens of the Whitman senior class won the oratorical contest held in Pullman Friday night. Represented schools included Washington State College Oregon Agricultural College and Whitman College with contestants from Whitman College in Walla Walla May 41 Special.

Whitman College Walla Fred Clemens Pullman Washington State College Oregon Agricultural College

Railroad War Queue Shifts in Rich District

Reports say the Hill and Harriman systems will wage a major railroad building war in north central Washington with surveys along the upper Columbia and preparations for new right of way work under the Harriman forces. The 11,000 square mile region is an agriculturally rich area now under Great Northern control.

Hill and Harriman Systems Great Northern Washington

How to End a Horse's Suffering on a Leg Injury

Guidelines from the era on humane response to a horse’s injury. It describes methods to restrain a frightened animal, when to shoot for humane end, and cautions about splints and drastic treatments. Also notes care for sprains, nail injuries, and tetanus risks.

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Mr. Wilson Resting After Collision Injuries Reported

John Wilson, buyer of the La Grande brick plant, sustained severe bruises and cuts in a collision. He rests easily though injured as details of the crash are not fully disclosed.

John Wilson la Grande

Prolific Season Hints at Hiring a Candidate Next Year

A fragment sketches a future political event with the line about hiring a hall a year hence to select a candidate. It contrasts long distance fighting with wireless methods and notes many booms rising and falling before the date arrives.

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