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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1910
Page
4
Editorial note from La Grande paper states articles must be signed with real names and no nom de plume. It warns revisions at editor discretion and includes subscription rates and policy on second class mail and publication practices.
La Grande welcomes Jay Bowerman as the next Oregon governor elect. Voters praise his honest record and pledges to cut waste, oppose graft, and run state business with frugality. Bowerman builds broad support, including Dimmick allies, to win a decisive primary majority.
The parade showcased a public affection for horses with Dr. W. T. Phy’s high school horse Starlight King drawing loud applause and Joe Wood earning more cheers driving a three horse tandem owned by Duncan McDonald. The display echoed Valley life stories from stagecoach days and a growing ranching pride aiming to improve stock across Union County.
A campaign excerpt urges voters to back Bowerman, praising honesty in public office and claiming he will win the race. The text frames Bowerman as the preferred candidate and emphasizes integrity and success.
The Elgin Recorder criticizes Union county fair administration while lauding La Grande for making the fair a historic success. It complains of imagined faults and targets Pumpkin Ridge exhibitors for placing entries in Summerville division, though La Grande welcomes all exhibits.
The passage notes Summerville residents claim Pumpkin Ridge lies in their district and describe close neighborly ties with Elgin. It urges Elgin residents to stop painting the valley as quarrelsome and to cooperate in regional development for the good of all.
Charley Fisher of the Eu gene Guard warns against Bowerman’s stance on State ment No 1 and other measures adopted by the people. The piece accuses editors of partisanship and portrays Bowerman as a friend to the people who avoids excessive campaigning and seeks accountability.
A Union county school fund election is urged with emphasis that all towns including Union Elgin North Powder and La Grande benefit equally from improved education. The piece stresses the value of education and cautions Union residents against quarreling over schools.
A Portland Oregonian note argues prohibition weakens because ordinary Americans are not spies. It says searching a neighbor’s house or divulging liquor use goes against the American spirit, even among ardent prohibitionists who resist becoming detectives.
Bowerman, described as a railroad candidate, has a history of suing corporations. He argues that while corporations have legal rights, they must be held accountable when those rights are violated.
Union County prepares final touches for a fair that locals say will be long remembered. Organizers promise memorable exhibits and community events showcasing local talent and traditions.
The county praises its loyal hardworking citizens who labored day and night to make the fair a glittering success.
Comment proposes sending the Grande Ronde apple display to Chicago to boost representation and spark new tricks or efforts.
The Kindness exhibition in Washington opens to the public as part of the international humane conference. It showcases humane devices, child shelters, anti-cruelty inventions, and models of humane cattle and horse handling. A special bullfighting campaign exhibit reflects concern in Spanish speaking regions. The day’s conference session focuses on child welfare and labor laws.
Washington reports the Supreme Court will hear the Standard Oil and American Tobacco cases on January 3 after motions by Attorney General Wickersham. The government seeks to dissolve the two corporations on charges of being trusts, drawing nationwide attention.
Sam Langford and Joe Jeanette, contenders for Jack Johnson’s title, meet tonight at the Armory Athletic Association after a brutal fifteen round prior clash at the same club. Jeanette claims he was out of shape then but will be fit now to prove a stronger showing, while Langford says he will repeat or better his performance.
Cholera news from London dated October 11 reports rising illness and related precautions. Authorities urged sanitation and quarantine measures as cases spread in crowded districts. Local officials urged vigilance and public cooperation to curb the outbreak.
A chilling London dispatch claims a man taken from the slums may die of virulent cholera, while rumors swirl blaming Loeb. The piece alleges a staged disguise by William Loeb Jr as collector to avoid heat, prompting questions and a photo-verified claim.
In a curt exchange, characters debate a woman's business acumen while mocking assumptions about intelligence. The chatter shifts to house finishing, modern plumbing, and a recurring plumber visit. A playful jab about Jonea’s broken leg ends the snippet with a tease about severity.
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