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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1905
Page
1
An elderly man Willis aged 82 and Fred Olney aged 36 were found murdered near a wooden half mile from home. Their pockets were emptied of money and watches, suggesting the killer fled toward the woods after robbing them and dragging one victim a quarter of a mile through brush.
A Superior Court ruling found a racing corporation has no right to eject members at the Naw Club. The decision addresses damages and the club's authority in ejectment matters, marking a key outcome for members seeking redress.
Eureke Oct 7 The ore which in the steam beer four o clock this morning destroyed plant of the Humboldt frewing pony on Broadway eld Harris ets. The loss is one hundred thousand dollars. The brewery recently built by a Sos Angeles pony of which HW Max Kueborich is dent.
The Peoria National Bank News Association reports that the Dougherty era of the Peoria School Administration opens with the directorate in place. No statements were issued by the directors this morning as doors were opened at two o'clock.
The policy holders committee denied the statement credited to them and said the officers withdrew their petition to submit their differences.
Miners entombed in a Florence County mine were rescued this morning just before oxygen and ore ran out. The swift response and emergency procedure saved the workers, ending a tense incident at the site.
It is reported that Ramery has secured proxies and several blocks of stock held abroad.
After Tom Lawson Scripps News Association Heaton Oct 71 O W Barron of the Boston News Bureau applied for a warrant for Thomas W Lawson the afternoon charging him with criminal libel Judge Pat requested the se tion to be postponed until the tenth of th's month.
A governmental dredge named Columbia reportedly struck near West Port and the light house tender Mangagita during a night incident. Details are not available.
Harvard beat Maine 1 to 0 in a confusing tally with Harvard scoring 16 in the first period. Yale overwhelmed Syracuse 16 to 0 at New Haven. West Point defeated Colgate 18 to 0 after a swift start. Princeton crushed Georgetown 34 to 0 at Princeton.
Chief engineer Stevens at the Panama Canal headquarters cables that Jobon Bollivan was appointed as assistant to the chief Horippa News Association in Wamblogton Ontario.
The New York Life Insurance Co issued a statement announcing its intention to continue operations in Nevada. The firm emphasized ongoing service and presence in the state.
In the Linn county land fraud trial deputy clerk 2 B Mertogue heard of Jones scheme and helped defendants secure land by altering the valuation. Albany brewer Faber and Neila funded the scheme with the defendants promising five patents. witnesses Louis Paquet and George W Weed testified they were misled at the defendants' request.
A railway disaster on the Pan River derailed a Vladivostok bound train near Rostov on October 7, killing seven people and injuring several others. Authorities urged caution as rescue teams secured the scene and cleared debris.
Charles M Schwab, the steel magnate, intends to make Nevada his permanent home and reside at Gold Hill. He aims to enter politics as a Democratic candidate for U S senator to succeed the incumbent Francia G Newlands, who now holds the seat.
Four inmates sentenced this term will be sent to the penitentiary tonight. Funk Howard receives four years for larceny from a borcary Myron Slaght two years for larceny of a mare Mike McDowell one year for larceny of nine mare and HO Brown two years for a bill with intent.
Wallowa residents discuss likely railroad builders and the prospect of two lines reaching the valley within years. The Wallows News notes progress by the Wallowa Valley Railway Company and reports the OR N line may be completed in eighteen months. The piece urges competitive outlets to the Great Northern and the open river to benefit the county and citizens.
Rampoy petitions court to remove Wabash election inspectors claiming lack of qualification and alleges stockholders push fraudulent proxies. Court adjourned to Monday. Ramsey ordered to show percentage of stock needed to apply for a new inspector. Hamoy's attorney pledges proper filing.
Shipping men fear the Steamship 82 Paul cannot last a week of heavy season washing over her. She is fast going to pieces with wreckage strewn along the coast for miles. Remaining passengers are taken north by the steamer Alllane NN.
A partially legible notice states an amount of 148,702.10 is demanded for the campaign fund contribution to be deposited in the company treasury. The demand warns that failure to place the money at once will trigger action by the liquor line or related authorities. The fragmented text suggests enforcement steps and an urgent deadline.
Chicago report states Dr Oliver B Hart Worthie was charged with murder of Jeve Kickow and placed under arrest after morning proceedings.
Court sessions open with a case involving Dr GW, George Gore, Verane, Charles, and Hattle McClure. Proceedings focus on the charges and status of the dispute.
In New York a fatal pistol duel between Horippe Nowe and 80 year old Hopkin s leads to Hopkins and Mrs Breye wounded and a sister Me L Bruynoe Walden reporting the incident. The confrontation followed a dispute over property, with multiple shots fired as Hopkins tried to intervene.
A Dougherty bank faced a run today as depositors feared liquidity and withdrew funds under the bank’s thirty day policy. Officials announced measures to protect insured accounts and reassure customers.
A garbled OCR note references infant care and an intake facility. It mentions society officers and a planned action, but the text is incomplete and unclear about location dates or specific entities. The readable parts indicate a formal notice or announcement related to foundlings and infant care.
A man with mental illness stowed goods between Glasgow and a nearby town, attempting to sell them to buyers. He appropriated wares and presented them to anyone who wished to buy, but was overpowered and taken into custody.
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