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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1905
Page
3
Little 4 B Hasbrouch from Whisky creek drank heavily last night and was jailed after a dispute with Marshal Rayburn. He attempted to detain the marshal in a lighthearted struggle, then tried to seize a billy club as jail authorities maintained control.
A man received a minimum five dollar fine for misconduct and was admonished not to offend again. He left the court with a sense of relief and walked away rejoicing, having grasped the lesson and moved on.
London authorities mobilize to prevent cholera spread with a large medical staff to inspect vessels entering the Thames. No alarm yet, but newspapers urge government action to exclude Russian emigrants.
In Yelm Oregon on September sixth a plan to lease convict labor to landowners for clearing timber land is discussed. Governors Chamberlain’s idea faces legal and labor-organization considerations as 364 prisoners remain idle with limited outside work options.
By the night of September 1, about 19 000 visitors had arrived in Denver for the National A E B encampment ahead of meetings starting September 4.
Portland businessman S M V Bishop of Gaar Scott & Co says he will sue Southern Pacific for heavy damages after being removed at Bertha for refusing to hand over his ticket when warned no seats were available. He argues the first class ticket included a seat and the company failed to provide one, forfeiting the right to collect the ticket.
The Oregon Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church meets in Albany beginning September 20 for four days. Local Methodists are preparing to host visiting clergy with extensive arrangements underway.
Anna Jones administratrix of Bishop Jones deceased has filed the final account in Union County Oregon. The county Court sets Tocaday the third day of October 1906 at four o clock p m for hearing the same. Rona Jones Administratrix
The quote by Cleve lander argues that speaking about a fellow man behind his back is cowardly, while addressing him openly is dangerous. It frames courage and honesty as essential, warning against petty or reckless talk.
The Polk County WCTU semi annual session will meet in Dallas at the Christian Church on September 12. Polk county officers include President Mrs Alos Kotte of Dallas and Mr Anus Beals of Dallas as secretary, with state president Mrs Lucila Faxon Addison attending.
Announcement says the Mark Swala company opens a week at the Opera House starting September 11. The repertoire features high class royalty plays like The Silver Dagger The Little Minister Down on the Farm Lady of Lyons with elaborate scenery. Opening production The Silver Dagger promises novelty and American humor with renew ed stagecraft and interludes between acts.
Extensive repairs at the Pendleton Oregon courthouse resume after material delays. New offices replace space once used by a stair and hall on the first floor near the west entrance, including county court and county superintendent of schools offices. Additional offices on the second floor reduce space in the large courtroom. Roof settlement around the belfry will be reinforced with steel beams and truss. Estimated cost is 5000 dollars.
A rural property listing describes a farm for sale at Ladd Creek La Grande with free rural delivery No 2. The ad notes direct contact with the owner via provided phone line and addresses.
Former Bull & Cove shop owner relocates to Boss Meat Market at Main 48 inviting old customers and new patrons to visit the new location for full weight and first class cuts. Children are welcome to shop safely at the new store.
J. Bull & Co operates under the Boss Meat Market listing with main phone 428, while the directory shows the paired main number 48 for the phone on record. The note clarifies contact routing between the two listings.
Francis J McCarthy a 17 year old San Francisco boy showed wireless telegraphy to telephone on Crown Beach using home made gear. He carried the words My for one mile so they were heard clearly at the other end of the line. He has worked months on the invention hoping for a patent and kept his apparatus secret. Local reporters heard a sample singing and several songs rung through the makeshift station from a full mile away.
Oregon's Wheat Portland Ore Sept 6 B W Wright of the Oregonian presents predicted 19 log crop totals for the state and counties. Umatilla 4,500,000 bushels Sear 1,600,000 Gilliam 1,100,000 Union 800,000 Morrow 700,000 Wreco 600,100 Hashela 3,200,000 total 400,000 bushels.
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