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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1910
Page
4
The notice explains the editor and owner will not publish unsigned articles or those under a nom de plume. Signed pieces may be revised at the editor's discretion. Readers are urged to align submissions to avoid disappointment.
Local speculation says the Rock Island will be first to push a railroad through La Grande and the Grande Ronde valley. Plans include a path from Walla Walla to North Powder and Snake River, with options involving the Northwestern line to reach Central Oregon via Ontario. Groundwork could begin within eighteen months, spurring major regional development and a jump in progress toward Summerville pass.
The text notes Frank Benson’s health steadily improves with doctors optimistic for full recovery. It suggests Benson is a candidate for secretary of state and will likely be nominated at the primary. The passage questions exploiting a man’s illness for political gain.
The piece argues for Frank Benson as the strongest Republican candidate. It notes Benson has broad support and friendships across Oregon. It implies a Democrat would seek any nomination, but Benson’s standing makes him a natural choice if reported in time.
The article notes Colonel Roosevelt delivering speeches on this trip and questions whether he accepts that muckraking should be temporarily set aside. It highlights his popularity and frames the debate as whether he will quiet the muckrake to focus on other aims.
Idaho man Brady stands out for his practical know how in local projects and community efforts highlighting practical problem solving and hands on skill. He demonstrates practical competence in farming mechanics and small engine repair across the region.
After a period of drought, renewed rainfall arrives offering relief to crops and waterways. Weather officials note scattered showers across the region with moisture improving ground conditions and expectations of easing fire danger.
Community leaders announce a secured feature in the Ob server's Annual Industrial edition to highlight achievements in the Grande Ronde valley. The issue aims to recognize public spirited individuals and ensure each deserved mention appears.
Feiven of the Colonel's Son linked to a Paris romance with Miss Margaret Rutherford. The pair reportedly spent extended time together in Paris as Colonel Roosevelt toured Europe. Rutherford, eldest daughter of Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt, Sr, drew attention abroad amid social circles.
The piece notes aviation events gaining prominence at state and county fairs. It highlights Glenn Curtiss and Barney Oldfield in early speed contests, including Curtiss’s race from Albany to New York and Hamilton’s train race, plus Atlantic City sea flight records despite recent incidents.
The text portrays Kermit Roosevelt, son of the ex-president, preparing for study abroad after a year at Harvard. It notes his plan to hunt chamois in the Alps and his athletic vigor, including hunting Africa with the party, while highlighting his self reliance and European trip with family.
The remark notes there was no two year lapse between acts while contrasting the same assistants used, implying continued collaboration. The dialogue attributes the statement to Lippincott figures and frames the debate around timing and personnel.
Dr Woods Hutchinson urges daily dental care focusing on brushing gums, roughage for teeth exercise, and avoiding decay. He emphasizes thirty three bacteria in the mouth act as normal residents but flourish if fed carrion, urging strict cleanliness and regular maintenance for long lasting teeth.
The Hagles plan a Labor Day picnic featuring a series of short speeches. The full list of speakers is not yet ready, but will include many of the city's best speakers.
Cardinal Vannutelli departs from Quebec to attend the Eucharistic Congress in Montreal next week, marking the first cardinal level papal legate to set foot on the continent. He has long served in church councils and represented both the present and late popes in historic duties.
The aging Cardinal Vincenzo Vannutelli, a long serving Vatican diplomat and nuncio, turns seventy four on December 5. Born in Genazzano, he held posts from apostolic delegate in Constantinople to nuncio in Lisbon and Brazil, receiving the cardinal hat June 5. His elder brother Serafino is also a cardinal bishop, making three Vannutelli family members among the church’s six cardinal bishops.
Announcements from F. Wilson of Athena C A Barrett of Athena and Dr C T Bacon of La Grande plus Dr Clyde T Hockett of Enterprise announce candidacies for local offices in Union Umatilla and Morrow counties. Positions include joint senator and coroner with nominations subject to Republican primary on September 24 1910.
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