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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1911
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR reads as printer’s statement about newspaper ownership and post office handling in La Grande. lacks clear names, dates, or actionable details.
The town of La Grande is described as growing slowly and steadily with rising property values. Local holdings are improving and new industries are expected to locate there, bringing employment and economic expansion for Eastern Oregon. The article highlights the area's potential and the impact of capital investment on the town’s future.
The article reports Mr. England and his motor cars to be en route from the east to operate between Union and La Grande, Oregon. Citizens await their arrival as a key transportation improvement and possible financings with the Oregon-Washington Railroad and Navigation Company to use its tracks are discussed amid rising demand.
The text outlines regret over a strike and fuel shortages as workers at a shop face federation pressure. It notes the challenge of reconciliation and ongoing efforts to address the issues, with emphasis on recognition and potential remedies.
A federation petition notes willingness to concede on several points while warning that companies’ refusal could trigger a protracted clash between capital and labor. The speaker says such a struggle would harm business and the nation, but both sides expect to press for their goals and must accept dual perspectives.
Poor’s Manual of Railroads 1911 highlights a sprawling industry with capital stock near 381 billion dollars and total liabilities around 21.84 billion. Gross earnings rose to about 2.54 billion in 1909 while net income reached roughly 852 million, amid a continued expansion in track length to 242,107 miles in the United States.
Testimony notes the expanding size of rolling stock on the Atchison road. The locomotive and tender weigh 700000 pounds, a load equal to what an entire train would have weighed years ago, illustrating the rapid growth of the business.
Peter Loggie and BH G Flanagan work east of Myrtle Point to secure right of way for the Boise road. They act on behalf of local men aiming to persuade Clarke road builders to extend into the area.
Washington notes Taft plans speeches on tariff currency reform and reciprocity during the western trip. Laurier pushes Ontario reciprocity with Windsor Stratford Sudbury venues. Borden campaigns in Maritime Provinces. Fernbank Ohio River dam project opens aiding navigation. New York nears charter vote and Democratic primaries impact Senate race. Harmon to headline Boston barbecue as eastern welcome for Ohio governor.
A collection of garbled aphorisms on time marriage and virtue, with remarks on fortune misfortune and judgment. The prose hints at misquotes and admonitions about prudent speech and behavior, noting optimistic plans and caution about appearances.
A fragmentary dialogue recalls a moment of romance at Arat eight. The speaker asserts belief in love, calling it the only time they truly fall, while the mood hints at a future reversal or heartbreak.
In a private exchange, one speaker dismisses Brown's wedding as a chance to gloat, expressing desire to revel in the groom’s misfortune and admitting knowledge of the bride. The casual tone suggests personal motives rather than public interest.
Notice from La Grande Oregon dated September 1 1911 calling all warrants issued against the water fund up to No 9729 endorsed September 21 1911 with interest ceasing from the call date. Warrant payments are available to cover the water fund warrants in order. Rol W Logan treasurer.
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