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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Oct 07, 1911

Page

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Flood Devastation Grows in Wisconsin Counties

Black River Falls reports heavy floods as towns along the river face major damage. Hatfield is submerged near the dam, North Bend wiped out, and over two thousand refugees converge for aid. Officials fear multiple fatalities while relief trains are dispatched from La Crosse to deliver food and clothing. Funding and communication are strained as damage estimates reach three to five million dollars across five counties.

Black River Falls Wis Black River la Crosse Hatfield North Bend

Strikes Hit Oregon Rail Lines Across State

Oregon and California divisions report widespread stoppages as Harriman lines feel pressure. Engines 520 387 dead. 203 hooked to east bound train but shopped before departure. Huntington delays of 1 hour plus amid air hose issues and broken equipment.

la Grande Huntington J. J. Suthons Carmen Portland Striker Oregon Labor Temple Portland Ore Harriman Washington Albina Rowndhouse Kenton Passing Grand Lodge Federation Albina Roundhouse Junction City Albina A. H. Harris O’brien Roseburg Glendale Crain R. H Morris Martin Fields Grants Pass Albany Kenny

Dam Break Fire Damages Bayless Dam Case Probed

Austin reports charges of monetary manslaughter will be filed against dam operators for the Bayless dam breach. Authorities seek negligence in construction and upkeep. Fifty five bodies recovered so far amid ongoing investigations. In Fond du Lac Wisconsin the 73rd annual Congregational Association opened with The Church and the Age as theme. Prominent speakers include Dr C W Richards Rev J M Chandler President Silas Evans Rev Charles P Connolly Rev H F Burns Rev J S Reeve.

Austin Fond du Lac Wis Wisconsin Congregational Association C. W. Richards New York J. M. Chandler Chicago Silas Evane Ripon College Charles P. Connolly Milwaukee H. F. Burns Superior J. 8. Reeve Appleton

President Taft Special Train Visits La Grande and Pendleton

President Taft traveled via a six-car special train from Huntington to Pendleton then to Walla Walla with newspaper reporters aboard. The stop in La Grande lasted about a half hour, and the journey continued without incident. The train included the private car Ideal as Taft’s sanctuary.

la Grande Huntington Pete Theison Pendleton Frank Mytenger Walla Walla Lewiston America Florida Maryland Taft

Real Estate and Ideal Homes Show Opens At Madison Square Garden

In New York the third Real Estate and Ideal Homes show opens this afternoon at Madison Square Garden. It features a large display of building types from bungalow to apartment houses with models photographs and drawings. The exhibits cover building materials equipment decorations and furnishings.

New York Madison Square Garden America

Moon Murder Trial Draws Indiana Heat Of Interest

Danville Indiana reports a surge of public interest as James Harvey Moon prepares to stand trial for the May murders of Constable Oliver Wilhoite and Nora Moon Baldock. The double slaying followed seizure at the Moon home and occurred near the same residence.

Indiana Danville Ind Hinshaw Moon James Harvey Moon Oliver Wilhoite Nora Moon Baldock Wilhoite

Governor Hay Proposes Taft Nomination At Rally

Taft crowds in Walla Walla cheer a joke nomination from Governor Hay who says Taft provides a second dose to cure the country. Taft says he will do his best to cure the disease. The president travels the Pacific coast reaching Moscow Spokane and Walla Walla before heading toward the snow line on Mt Rainier.

Snowline Mt. Rainier Tacoma Halls Walla Moscow Lewiston Spokane Walla Walla Hay Washington Taft Ewing Pacific Coast Territory

Montenegro Celebrates 70th Birthday of King Nicholas I

Cettinje Montenegro October 7 Montenegro marks grand celebrations for King Nicholas I birthday born October 7 1841 at Niegush. He ascended the Vladikas throne in 1860 as Prince Nicholas I and Montenegro became a kingdom last August on the 50th anniversary of his accession.

Cettinje Montenegro Niegush Nicholas Netrovitch Vladikas Nicholas I

Poker Game Fatal in Oxnard Quarrel Over Jackpot

In Oxnard California just before an all night poker game ended Cecil Bright was likely fatally wounded by Sam Moulton during a quarrel over a $50 jackpot. Moulton fled with the money.

Oxnard Cal Cecil Bright Sam Moulton Moulton

Wall Paper Trust Indicted Pleads Not Guilty

The wallpaper industry trust in Cleveland faced an indictment for restraint of trade. The defendant pleaded not guilty today amid a case that centers on alleged price fixing and market control.

Cleveland

Turkish Warship Sinks In Italian Fight Near Crete

Dispatches from St Jean de Medina report a Turkish warship sunk after a fierce clash with Italian cruisers. Turkish forces suffer crippling losses as geopolitical turmoil spreads. Separate reports from Vigo and Constantinpole note Italian closures and heavy fighting between Portuguese royalists and republicans with a pivotal battle at Oporto anticipated.

Crete Crulaera St. Jean de Medua Vigo Spain Oporto

Bordwell denies change of judge for Mnamara brothers

In Los Angeles an informal hearing, Judge Bordwell refused the McNaMarA brothers another judge to try the case amid affidavits alleging prejudice. He said he was not biased and a formal motion for a change of judge and venue will likely be filed to keep the record clear. Bordwell appears determined to proceed.

Los Angeles Bordwell McNamara Brothers Juge Darrow Iike

Jews Observe Succoth Day In New York Temples

New York observes Succoth with special services across all temples and synagogues. The eight day festival begins on the 15th of Tishri and honors the harvest while teaching reliance on divine protection during the Israelites’ wilderness journey.

New York Metropolis Tabernacles Israel

Supreme Court Opens 1911 Term With 781 Cases

Washington Queb 7e After a four monthed vacation the supreme court of the United States will convene Monday for the term 1911 12. The docket is crowded with 781 cases. The court will hear many railroad and interstate commerce issues. It faces congestion and a heavy workload with about 700 cases on hand and a backlog.

Washington Supreme Court of the United States Standard Oil and Tobacco Interstate Commerce Commission St. Louis Oregon Supreme Court Pacific States Telephone and Telegraph Company Charles FP Munday Stracey Coul Jaska Jas A. P Louisiana United States Italy California Supreme Courts Administration of Justice Congress Ita

Lunds Words Are Impeached In Horse Stealing Case

The defense in the cattle rustling and horse stealing trial at the courthouse calls 20 to 25 witnesses to question Roy Lund. They aim to undermine Lund by showing prior horse theft activity and a known association with the defendants. The jury is expected to hear more testimony into Monday morning.

Missouri Minnesota Sanborn Spring Lake Oklahoma Kentucky Snupreme Testashy Roy Lund Court House John Spain Henry McGrath Zibe Morse Union Spain

American Girl Weds German Diplomat in Berlin

The marriage of Miss May Beator daughter of Mrs Ella W Beator of Minneapolis and Herr Gustave J Waetzold of the German diplomatic service was held in Berlin at the Kaiser Wilhelm Greneehtniss Kirche with many American residents and German officials in attendance. The couple will reside in Rome where Waetzold serves as secretary of the German embassy.

Berlin May Beator Ella W. Béstor Minneapolis Rome Herr Waetzold

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