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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1910
Page
4
Regulation gain ing everyday in Union county vote urged
The article argues for strict regulation of liquor rather than local option, noting past failures and a public desire to surface hidden issues. It urges Union county voters to back regulated licensing at the polls and endorses Charles A. Barrett of Athena for join senator, praising his experience and stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union County
Charles A. Barrett
Athena
Union
Umatilla
Morrow
Withal
Oregon
Barrett
Records on Wilson and county judge candidacy
The piece challenges B F Wilson as county judge candidate, contrasting him with Judge Henry and urging voters to review county records. It claims the present administration has advanced county business operations more than any previous period and questions Wilson’s past disposition in office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Wilson
Henry
Wilson
Wilson's Record on County Bonds and Interest Rates
The discussion analyzes bonds and warrants showing six percent vs five percent rates, noting a 96 cent cash price and the impact on the county debt. It argues a sinking fund, semi annual interest, and delayed payoff raise costs, with potential court action and legitimacy concerns.
Whey Mob for Union County Land Sale Scandal
The 1901 Union County land sale episode involved a Portland based group using public records to assemble sale cards and bid against locals. Officials suspected of silence allowed property sharks to pressure residents, prompting a public parley and calls for full notice of sales to protect titles and market values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Portland Corporation
Portland
Court House
Union County
Unidén County
County Judge Race Highlighted by Debt and Roads Record
The passage recalls the county’s dire condition when the office opened, noting heavy indebtedness, paralyzed credit, poor highways, and few bridges as markers of past leadership. It questions whether voters will reelect Mr. Wilson to continue in this important post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Grande Ronde Valley to Resume Business After Election
The Grande Ronde Valley will nearly halt activities until after the election, then restart with renewed vigor as is customary in the area. Community leaders indicate a return to normal business operations will follow the electoral period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grande Ronde Valley
Inauguration Prep Hopes Around Bowerman Victory
The item looks ahead to Oswald George and supporters attending the inauguration of Governor Jay Bowerman, hoping for broad willingness to participate after the election in a spirit of unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oswald
George
Jay Bowerman
West Busy Oregon Governor Bid Faces Party Apathy
Oswald West appears sidelined as party leaders limit effort for his gubernatorial campaign amid waning vigor and attention from his own faction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oswald West
Bonding Proposition Prompts Court Discussion
Fragmentary text suggests a bonding proposition under court review and potential repeated exposure before completion. The readable portion hints at official consideration and public involvement in a debt measure.
Was it a Blender in Union County Auction
An Observer editorial condemns Union County officials for a near noticeless land and home seizure affecting citizens. It claims the county spent thousands on protests and travel to stop land sharks taking homes and life earnings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union County
Union
Tax sales suspended sixty days for redemption of lands
County Court extends sale period and allows redemption of lands and parcels sold for delinquent taxes. The measure aims to ensure justice by permitting owners or possessors to purchase by paying taxes and costs, though some bidders paid excessive sums.
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Observer
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LA Grande, Oregon
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