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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1911
Page
4
A La Grande editorial argues fuel dollars should stay local. It notes that burning wood keeps money in the town while buying coal diverts funds to Wyoming mines, possibly owned by large interests, causing wealth to leave the community. The piece asks residents which fuel they choose.
A fragment discusses the problem of patronizing home in all things and the need for communal consistency. The speaker notes personal adherence to the rule and hints at a local example of someone who sends away from La.
Arcade Theatre presents Indian Girl’s Sacrifice Kalem noted as one of the best Indian pictures in a long time with clear conduct and engaging background. Also on screen The Beautiful Voice Biograph and She Came She Saw She Conquered Vitagraph with lively nostalgia and Mr Beach Goes Calling Biograph comedy.
J B Stoddard argues water is essential for strong apple growth in the valley. He displays forty eight boxes of good apples and urges treating orchards as a serious business with proper irrigation and care. He notes his own irrigation system and success as a fruit raiser in the region.
Announcement reports a巨e timber sale near La Grande involving over 30000 acres of virgin timber. The move hints at a new lumber plant for La Grande or a neighboring city, signaling more jobs and greater local spending as the valley’s resources expand. John T. Williamson is noted in connection with the report.
The speaker hails a principal factor behind a major deal, predicting the city becomes a Grand basin and Wal lowa timber manufacturing center. He warns residents to beware foreign stock schemes, urging caution and patience in investments while endorsing prudent handling of money.
Baker City and the O W R N company clash over crossing rights as the railroad seeks to block a tracks crossing while the city and several industries push for the privilege. The dispute promises a drawn out contest watched with interest.
Wallowa county residents take pride in their recent fair and the branch line communities share the enthusiasm. The region is noted for a remarkably fine country yielding good showy produce each year.
La Grande demonstrated strong stage presence in a Steward theatre show guided by Florence Roberts, proving she excels in performance beyond the usual roles. The town audience deemed the production a success, highlighting La Grande as a standout in local theater.
Friends extend congratulations to John Spain for enduring accusations and emerging unscathed, praising his resilience and character in the aftermath.
A compact chronology lists events from 1689 to 1910 including Frontenac succeeding Denonville as Canada governor in 1689, a 1791 Rhode Island bank discount start, 1811 the first steam ferry, 1841 U S bank failure, 1884 Quebec Parliament wreck, 1898 Crete evacuation, 1904 USS Georgia launch, and 1910 Emperor William at Berlin University centenary.
Francis L. Carter-Cotton born October 1 in Yorkshire England. He became a noted public figure in British Columbia and Vancouver editor for over 25 years. He served in the provincial legislature from 1890 with later roles as minister of finance and other high offices.
Washington report details an Interstate Commerce Commission ordered inquiry into the reasonableness of rules and regulations governing the transportation of explosives inflammables and other dangerous articles by express companies. The investigation seeks to assess safety standards and compliance across carriers.
Complaint to the commission alleges railway regulations are unreasonable and unduly burdensome on shippers. The rules were prescribed by the submission itself, but they are said to cause hardship and in some cases be practically prohibitive to shipments. The today hearing opens with an inquiry into how lines handle similar commodities.
Delegates to the local presbytery of the Presbyterian church from three Eastern Oregon counties adjourned last night here and traveled to Portland today on train No 17 to attend the state synod convening tomorrow.
Waterloo Iowa Oct 11 police chiefs from nearly every city in the state gather for the annual Iowa Police Chiefs convention opening today for a two day session. The meetings will cover professional topics and the remainder of the time will include social activities arranged by Waterloo residents.
A reader reports relief from kidney trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills. The advertisement claims the product restores function and ends lingering pain, presenting the testimonial as evidence of its effectiveness.
J C Morrow of Pendleton Oregon reports backache kidney pain and irregular secretions relieved by Doan's Kidney Pills. Advertises 50 cents at Foster Mum Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Includes requests for old Oregon laws journals and 19th century codes. Written by Geo A Bateson Co Portland Oregon.
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