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La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1911

Page

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Beattie Murder Trial Receives Beattleberg Testimony

Chesterfield case centers on Henry Beattie killing his wife with Charles Kastelberg, a Richmond dealer, testifying he saw Beattie's car with a woman on Midlothian Pike. Kastelberg refilled his radiator near the scene and plans to prove Beattie's auto stopped before the murder. An old neighbor heard shots and horn, and a friend noted Beattie cut ties with Beulah after marriage. A letter threatening to shoot the judge arrived at court today.

Chesterfield Charles Kastelberg Richmond Henry Beattie Kastalburg Beattie Eliza Mosely W. H. H. Lampoon Beulah

Mrs Orr Resting Satisfactorily After Assault

Baker, Sept. 2. Mrs J H Orr, said to have been assaulted two days ago and seriously hurt by Mike Woodard, formerly of Union but now of Baker, is resting satisfactorily today. Reports that she died were denied at Baker today.

Baker J. H. Orr Mike Woodard Union

Nagel Opens Milwaukee Industrial Exhibition

Secretary of Commerce and Labor Charles Nagel, representing President Taft, arrived in Milwaukee to formally open the ten day state industrial exhibition in the auditorium. The event showcases Wisconsin industries and resources and runs in Milwaukee, Wis.

Milwaukee Wis Commerce and Labor Charles Nagel Taft Wisconsin

Forest Fires Lessens in Western Oregon Rainfall Signals Hope

Reports from western Oregon indicate danger of further forest fire spread is eased by heavy rainfall. Officials say the rain reduces the threat as forests dampen and fires subside, bringing relief to Portland and surrounding areas.

Oregon Portland

Effigy Burned Over Judge Dismissal in Seattle Fare Case

Seattle September 2 Following Judge Hanford dissolving the temporary injunction against the Seattle Renton Line the company began transfers and collecting single fares. The fight with the people was victorious and the matter awaits appeal to the Supreme Court. Nine men who led the movement to impeach Hanford face possible indictment for obstructing justice.

Seattle Judea Hanford Seattle-Renton United States Supreme Court Hanford

Oregon and Eastern Interest Rise in Oregon Land Shows

John Collier of a commercial club reports massive eastern interest in Oregon land shows. Immigrants and buyers are expected to visit Omaha Pittsburg and Chicago events, while Collier notes skepticism about fruit land prices but strong demand for western state news. He also observed varying local government forms during his trip.

Oregon John Collier Commercial Club New York Seihe Orgon Coilier Omaha Pittsburg Chicago Colliar Collien

Sherbrooke Exhibition Opens With Record Displays

Exhibition at Sherbrooke Quebec opens for the week with the largest showing in Canada in agricultural dairy live stock and other departments. Exhibits are more numerous than ever as the fair begins its run.

Sherbrooke Sherbrooke Qusc Sherbrooke Canada

Aviation Meet Opens at Churchill Downs in Louisville

A three day aviation meet began at Churchill Downs in Louisville Kentucky under the Louisville lodge of Elks. Among the participants are aviators who were conspicuous in the recent Chicago tournament.

Louisville Churchill Downs Louisville Lodge of Elks Chicago

German Alliance Convention Opens in Milwaukee Wisconsin

Delegates representing German societies from across Wisconsin attend the opening day of the annual state convention of the German National Alliance in Milwaukee. Weathery business is conducted and an outing planned for tomorrow at Pabst Park.

Milwaukee Wis Wisconsin

Honoring John Howard Birthday Observed in Nebraska

Lincoln Nebraska September 2 authorities marked a state holiday in observance of the birth anniversary of John Howard the philanthropist and author of prison reform. The observance is an annual event across all reformatories and penal institutions.

John Howard Lincoln Neb Nebraska John Howard

Typothetae Meeting Opens in Denver

Owners and operators of printing and publishing from across the United States and Canada attend the annual session of the United Typothetae of America in Denver. The meeting opens today.

Topothetae Denver Colo United States Canada United Typothetae of America

Trike May Be Averted Asserts President Kline

Call sent to sub leaders and 31 delegates from distant cities to meet in San Francisco as talks with Kruttachnitz and railroad officials hint at possible union recognition and a pending strike decision. Kruttachnitz heads to Chicago while federation hope lingers amid retrenchment layoffs. A wedding at Fort Ethan Allen joins Captain Ryan’s daughter Charlotte Ellen to Lt. Joseph Choate King of the Tenth Cavalry.

San Francisco Kens Kline Vcting Julius Kruttachnitz Licely Kruttachnitt Il Ig Pocatello Denver New Orleeans Krattachnitz Chicago Krattachnttt Fort Ethan Allen Burlington Misa Charlotte Ellen Ryan John Joseph Ryan Joseph Choate King Tenth Cavalry

American Educators Attend Norway University Centennial

Christiania September 2. Several noted educators joined the centennial opening exercises of the Royal Frederick University. Among them are Dr. Leonard Stejneger of the Smithsonian Institution and Prof. F W Well of the University of Wisconsin.

Norway Christiania Leonard Stejneger Mhce Qsonian Institution F. W. Well University of Wisconsin Royal Frederick University

Ex Queen Liliuokalani Turns 73 at Honolulu Reception

Former Queen Liliuokalani reaches seventy three as she marks the anniversary with a large public reception in Honolulu on September 2. The royal celebration follows her traditional custom observed by the former sovereign.

Liliuokalan Honolulu Tiliuokalan

Boatload of Men Drowned In Maumee Bay Collision

A fishing party of seven drowned when their launch was struck by the freighter Phillip Minch in Maumee bay on Sept. 2. Victims include James Wilson superintendent of city water works and Harry Batch councilman at large along with Fred Shane civil service director William Latt William Carroll Rudolph Yunker water works employees and Thomas Purcell. The launch attempted to cross the freighter's bow.

Phillip Minch Maumee Bay James Wilson City Water Works Harry Batch Fred Shane Civil Service William Latt William Carroll Rudolph Yunker Water Works Thomas Purcell

Aviator Rescued After 600-Foot Dorchester Bay Fall

Aviator Joseph Cumtoins fell from 600 feet near the Squantum Aviation Pier in Boston and sank into Dorchester Bay. A revenue cutter crew aboard the Greesham rescued him. the engine blew, the monoplane sank, but his escape was miraculous.

Squantum Aviation Pier Boston Joseph Cumtoins Dorchester Bay Waz Burt Miracuus Gresham

German cruiser Victoria Louise sails to Newport News

The German cruiser Victoria Louise, with about 60 acres of German navy on board, called today at Newport News after a two week stay in Halifax Nova Scotia.

Newport News Halifax N.S Victoria Louise S Ste

Man of 78 Struggles After 24 Mile Travel to Hospital

James Reynolds, 78, of North Powder, Oregon, was injured in an accident near North Powder and transported 24 miles by train to Grande Ronde hospital where he underwent surgery for a broken leg. Despite age and pain, he endured the long journey and awaits further care. He is an uncle of J. B. Reynolds of the city.

James Reynolds Wes Grande Ronde North Powder Amber

Ware celebrates 150th anniversary in Ware Massachusetts

Ware Massachusetts marks its sesquicentennial with a three day festival plan. The town poured effort into decorations and events to honor the milestone in its history.

Cook Reclaims Polar Discovery Claims Before Congress

Dr. Cook repeats his assertion of discovering the north pole and files sensational charges against Peary with the International Congress of Geographic Societies. He asks for an investigation when the congress meets next month and argues Peary’s speed records are impossible.

New York North ‘Pole Cook Peary International Congress of Geographic Societies

Graft Trial Ordered in San Francisco Franchise Case

Superior Judge Lawler refused to dismiss the indictment against A. K. Detwell, vice president of the Home Telephone Co., accused of bribing supervisors to grant the San Francisco franchise during the Schmitz regime. Trial set for September 20.

San Francisco Lawler A. K. Detwelller The Home Telephone Company Schmitz

Recall petitions for Seattle mayor due by September 6

Under ruling by Corporation Counsel Cahoun supplemental petitions seeking a recall of Mayor Dillian may be filed with the city clerk at any time before Sept 6.

Seattle Cahoun Dillian

Robbers Attack Southern Pacific Express Near Redding

Raiders believed linked to prior crimes stopped the Southern Pacific express near Gibeon siding 43 miles north of Hedding California. They blew the safe and escaped in autos with about $7,000 taken. an engineer and fireman were shot at but unharmed. A Negro suspect was named among the robbers.

Hedding Cal Southern Pacific Express Here Gibeon Siding Ann Coton Shasta Limited Coleman Dickey Sunsmui San Francisco

No Inquest Planned for Dr Ryan Deaths

Los Angeles coroner decides no inquest is required into the deaths of Dr Ryan and his wife. The bodies will be shipped to Illinois tomorrow for burial after Ryan killed his wife and then committed suicide yesterday.

Los Angeles Ryan Ilinois

Democratic War Horse Dead

Corteana Texas reports the death of former United States Senator Roger Mills a long prominent Democrat after a long illness at age and service noted. Mills was a longtime figure in Democratic politics and national affairs.

Corteana Tex United States Roger Mills

Troops Ordered to Canal Zone Over Panama Threats

Washington reports the government will dispatch the Tenth Regiment infantry to the Canal Zone after threats to blow up the Panama Canal. The threats are attributed to political factions opposing President Arogemana, aiming to force U.S. removal of the leader.

Canal Zone Washington Panama Canal Canal Texas Arogemana Aroxemana

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