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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1908
Page
4
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The legislature may reform the grand jury and prosecuting attorney powers. It argues for between term indictment actions and a prosecutor able to file or dismiss cases between court terms. The piece cites Union County abuses and calls for a bill drafted by Senator Oliver to retain as present while granting limited between-term authority.
The grand jury in Josephine County returned true bills against alleged violators of the local option law and cases proceed. Judge FitzGerald in Pens Doton fined several defendants six hundred dollars on two counts, signaling stricter enforcement. Proponents like William R. Bearatt draw attention as the political race unfolds.
An audience of about 1000 heard letters read that would prompt Senator McLaurin and Congressman Sibley to answer. Honors were even, showing cross party support for Hearst letters. The New York World conceded New York to Taft while predicting Hughes defeat by nearly 200,000. Bryan delivered 26 speeches.
A Los Angeles Times excerpt traces wealth growth from 1820 to 1891, noting savings bank deposits rising from 1.19 million to over 1.0 billion and per capita averages from 12 cents to more than 42 dollars, with broad cross‑sectional shifts in rich and poor. It also references political sentiment and figures such as James Buchanan and Bryan in a reflective context.
The voice of a supporter urges voters to back Taft, praising his moral leadership and national policies as essential for prosperity and honor. It emphasizes far sighted leadership and the benefits of Taft's administration for the country.
Governor Hughes states Taft is best fitted to preside over and direct the executive department. He argues Taft already knows the job thoroughly and has the necessary executive ability to perform the duties required by the presidency.
The article discusses Secretary Root's stance on bank deposit guarantees and the impact on bankers' reputations. It also mentions a political jab about distributing mules as rewards in favor of Bryan, suggesting a large-scale giveaway to supporters after the campaign.
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