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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1910
Page
4
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Sidney Story spoke in La Grande against prohibition urging liquor regulation as the key issue between wets and drys. He argued prohibition increases crime and pushes sales to alleys while praising humane policing and criticizing abuse of corrupt laws, drawing a respectful crowd including Dr. Clarence True Wilson.
The article critiques West as railroad commissioner and argues Bowerman would better regulate trains and express rates. It cites late trains in Eastern Oregon, let delays in Idaho coordination, and alleged inaction on depot projects and express companies. It questions West’s public service record and costs of his department.
A clipped fragment recalls Blester’s amiable nature and ability to win friends across rival views. He is described as mild and sincere, avoiding aristocratic pretensions, and admired for his approachable character. The note highlights his broad appeal among readers who differ on many topics.
The article previews Dr Clarence True Wilson, a leading prohibition orator, speaking in La Grande. It urges attendance, notes prior speaker Mr Story, and argues liquor policy should be debated on arguments, not prejudice, contending prohibition fails to end misery.
The speaker asks citizens to hear Dr. Wilson and compare his views with those of Mr. Story. He argues for assessing whether prohibition or strict regulation better serves La Grande Union County and Oregon, urging residents to decide for themselves after listening to the argument.
A sudden air brake application at Kamela as a freight pulled to let the morning mail pass spilled a carload of pipe and a carload of furniture on the Kamela siding. The pipe car was crushed and blocked the main line, delaying traffic for several hours until a wrecker from La Grande cleared the wreckage after the mail train and then the Number six passenger train passed timewise.
A dose of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets tonight is advised for dull feeling and liver tone. The claim notes you will feel all right in the morning.
Fred Wisdom was found guilty by a jury heard in which James Mose was the principal witness. Wisdom and an accomplice were caught in the Interior with the goods by Constable Faulk and have been jailed awaiting trial. Sentencing set for Saturday at 9 o'clock. The third case against the Austrian, accused of assault with a dangerous weapon, will start this morning after two hung juries. District Attorney Ivanhoe said he would press for conviction or exoneration.
Scientists state eczema germs reside in the inner skin not the outer epidermis. A penetrating liquid is needed rather than an outward salve that clogs pores. The standard Wintergres prescription in liquid form is recommended for eczema patients.
The Newlin Drug Co promotes a trial 25 cent bottle of D D D Prescription for immediate relief of itching. The notice claims long selling history and known cures, urging patrons to try the remedy.
An era advertisement reassures users about a cough remedy, stating no danger and urging trust in the product. It warns about unnecessary worry and suggests remedies relieve symptoms for women.
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