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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1909
Page
1
European manager for United Press reports that Alphonso’s throne teeters as revolts erupt across Spain. Propaganda by anarchists, Moroccan war fallout, and Ferrer execution blamed for widespread violence and ongoing assassinations.
Portland report says Mrs. Collins was found not guilty by reason of insanity in the murder of her husband Dr Roy A M Collins. The verdict sparked popu lar assent in court as observers noted bomb outrages and unrest in Spain and discussed a potential republic overthrowing the monarchy.
Report describes tension as Base 1 supplies at Rock Corral trigger warnings of a pitched battle among three posses. Authorities anticipate conflict and prepare safety measures for nearby settlements.
Warren's Wells California reports the Billy Bay pursuit as three county sheriffs lead fifty-man posses across the desert toward Rock Correl. The units aim to capture the desperado with orders to shoot on sight while traders and guides help navigate the arid terrain.
San Francisco October 1 reported Jack Johnson will weigh 195 pounds and Stanley Ketchel 170 for their scheduled fifteen round bout. Both fighters project strong chances with Johnson favored by four to one and Ketchel even money to last the full limit.
Local shop announces a new candy department offering strictly fresh candies after 6 p m on Saturdays. Items include gooseberries lemon drops jelly bears cream peanuts and coconut bon bons among others at 10 cents per pound with a selection of chocolates and bon bons priced lower than typical rates.
Saturday offers 5¢ per yard calicos and prints in red blue black and white with dots checks stripes and fancy figures. Also men’s winter weight suits and fleeced lined underwear on sale with deep discounts, including shirts and drawers.
Washington reports the North Dakota will begin standardization trials on November 2 at Rockland. Built at Fore River yards in Quincy Massachusetts, she is the first ship of her class to be tested. The contract requires 21 knots. the Delaware will follow with its own trial later. Naval authorities expect both vessels to surpass requirements.
The Atkins trial last night resulted in a hung jury on the main charge after a split 10 to 2 for conviction and 11 to 1 against it. Judge Knowles later sentenced him to 30 days in jail and a fine of 250 dollars for the second offense, noting the court’s duty to impose a double penalty under prohibition law.
New York Central and Hudson River Railway paid the regular quarterly dividend of 11 4 percent on the preferred stock.
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