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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1911
Page
8
A court hearing at 4 am features defendants claiming the tiny person was only on the platform and not part of the incident, with statements presented to the bench for Perry.
Chicago notes informal word from strike leaders that Illinois Central concessions are being discussed. Settlement appears likely as talks continue and an agreement nears.
Three La Grande machinists were detained by deputies after a clash on the depot platform during a federation strike. They were released when no warrants existed. Justice Williams convened a 4 am proceeding, but Williams later said no court session occurred.
Governors of four states affected by the Harriman lines strike will be urged to press for strict car and locomotive inspections under federal law. The Days Reports notes daily defects on freight trains in La Grande and lists engines 262 and 638 out of service, with passenger trains delayed up to five hours. Scott urged reporting violations to the Interstate Commerce Commission and safety-gear breaches to chief inspector Belknap in Washington.
A fragment notes disciplinary threats after Tuesdays game. A heavy fine and removal from the field are threatened for conduct toward umpires. Former manager McGraw faces censure for attitude from the bench. First baseman Fred Merkle is fined $100.
An account of ancient law and philosophy features a pleading woman before Philip of Macedonia who finally relents, Anachiarsla mentions Solon, and Diogenes’ quip to a petty thief. The note also announces Pendictop Business College opening Sept. 5 with a 10 percent early enrollment discount and career placement assistance by Principal M. L. Clancy.
Grand Master T. M. Baldwin of Oregon Freemasonry will visit the La Grande lodge tomorrow night. He is for Prineville and will meet with the lodge to discuss affairs of the craft statewide. Worshipful Master L. M. Hoyt urges all members to attend and welcomes visiting members.
In Los Angeles on October 20, 22 year old Walter Hartung an agent for the Banning Steamship Company killed himself with a shotgun amid parental opposition to his romance and upcoming marriage. The name of the girl was not learned.
Washington reports an official call issued for the American Federation of Labor annual convention to begin in Atlanta on the 18th of next month. Delegates from affiliated unions are expected to attend the gathering with discussions on labor policies and action plans for the coming year.
American troops are being sent to reinforce the protectors of the American legation at Pekin. The Abercrombie sailing from Timan and other U S ships have orders to Nanking and Shanghai to support the mission.
The item notes Mrs Lars Anderson, wife of the new minister to Belgium, described as a successful author. It presents a concise family profile within a society matter column.
The ad touts Parisian Sage as the genuine remedy for dandruff and falling hair sold by Newlin Drug company at 60 cents a bottle. It warns against imitations and claims the tonic restores life and brilliance, promoting growth if the hair root remains alive.
Mrs. P. H. Brogan of Wilgon Pennsylvania testifies she knows from experience and speaks with firsthand knowledge on the matter. Her statements underscore practical insights gained through years of involvement and observation.
In the circuit court of Oregon for Union county Martha A Hoffman sues Lyman Pollock and Della Pollock. The complaint seeks foreclosure of a $500 note with 10 percent interest and a mortgage on La Grande property. The summons requires appearance within six weeks from first publication October 1911 in the La Grande Observer.
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