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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1910
Page
4
A note from the paper advises that unsigned pieces will be revised at the editor’s discretion and urges writers to sign their articles to prevent later disappointment. The policy emphasizes accountability and accountability through bylines.
Reports from N. McArthur in Salem say Jay Bowerman Republican nominee for governor leads in eastern Oregon with a two to one margin in Morrow and Gilliam counties. He is expected to win by at least 4000 votes, with supporters arguing Bowerman best represents eastern Oregon’s irrigation and regional interests.
The attorney general states that a proposed constitutional amendment to enable cities to amend charters and regulate intoxicating liquors would not exempt municipalities from the Oregon constitution or state criminal laws. The measure keeps cities under state law while granting local option powers.
The visit drew variable crowds with Democratic reports exaggerating turnout. In Heppner crowds were under 150 though labeled enthusiastic by party organs. A Baker-Portland train straw poll showed 39 Bowerman to 17 West while Heppner line favored Republicans 13 to 5. Local option and license power cited.
A Democratic candidate B F Wilson accuses Judge Henry and County Clerk Ed Wright of petty graft in a mailed bulletin. The Observer prints a rebuttal from Hol Wright defending the county court and urging readers to inspect courthouse records. The piece condemns Wilson’s motives and calls for evidence over insinuation.
Judge T H Crawford, back from Portland, says Democrats rally strong support after discussing state issues. He met Turner Oliver, who campaigns statewide for secretary of state and keeps a confident smile after touring Southern Oregon. Oliver plans to stay in Portland for the rest of the week.
The piece discusses Cuba's political climate in Havana as 1912 elections approach. It notes a looming presidential crisis, heavy American resident interest, and a belief that prosperity hinges on a strong government backed by the United States. It highlights widespread political focus among many adults at the expense of agriculture and other industries.
A garbled note presents a comical line about a vest needing a button removed after a tailor overdid it. The odd phrasing suggests a humorous excerpt or misprint from a historical column.
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