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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1908
Page
4
The notice outlines subscription prices for daily and weekly editions with monthly and yearly options and indicates second class mailing status. It also lists advertising terms including display rates on request and per line charges for local notices, condolence resolutions, and thank you cards.
An editor notes Oregon’s new corrupt practices act restricts transport to polls and campaigning at polling places. The piece laments bans on voter solicitation, badges, and distribution of literature, while predicting effects on livery services, campaign costs, and turnout amid cold October weather.
A political contest heats up as voters prepare for a key election. Campaigns intensify focus on issues, with candidates urging turnout and presenting plans ahead of the ballot deadline. Local organizations mobilize volunteers and outreach efforts.
Heroes of the New York Fire Department are publicly recognized at a ceremony on Bath street and Riverside Drive. Land and water units display bravery, with Mrs. McClellan presenting medals as nine fire boats perform water throwing and evolutions for cheering spectators.
Warrington Ort 26 reports that President Roosevelt will mark his 26th birthday with a private celebration at the White House. Congratulatory messages are arriving, and a dinner is likely to be held tomorrow evening to honor the anniversary.
The Missionary Society of the Presbyterian church will hold a social next Wednesday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs HR Hanna. The event raises funds for Sitka Training School with a silver offering possibly collected.
The author warns that Democratic currency ideas ruin business, recalling a banker’s loss from 70 to 20 pounds overnight. It contrasts Republican policy with Bryan’s bank deposit guarantees, arguing such schemes threaten safe banks and responsible stockholders. It urges business men to oppose Bryanite agitation.
A critique argues Bryan has changed since his last bid and questions if growth is real wisdom or mere craft. It cites his Salem speech attacking Republicans and warns the Democrat party risks further damage if its nominee remains the same.
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