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La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1911

Page

2

Northwest Forest Fire Season Seen Ending Amid Heavy Rain

Portland reports heavy rains across Oregon and Washington reducing fire danger. Only one death this year, with numerous fires slowed by vigilant patrols and rapid response. Officials warn that dry conditions and slash burning keep risk high, requiring continued caution and enforcement of fire laws.

Portland Ore Oregon Washington Idaho Western Forestry and Conservatory Association Government Forestry Age Western Forestry Pacific Northwest Montana Mostana Coeur d'Alene The Forest Service Wasbubida Old Bury Mt. St. Helen Pe EN Santiam Clackamas Etete

Wealthy tramp dubbed richest bum on the road causes Spokane courtship turmoil

In Spokane a man formerly known as the millionaire tramp left a one third share of a multimillion dollar estate to Miss Mussie Eccleston and Mrs Callie P Plummer while his children learned of the bequest after his death in New Jersey. Separately Mrs Marsha Athey former Leah Shane seeks divorce after16 days of marriage amid complaints her husband failed to provide luxuries and assets were divided after a courtship by correspondence. The stories touch on improvised fortunes and rapid marital dissolutions across states and provinces.

Spokane Wash Charles H. Eccleston George W. Eccleston Longport N J Nebraska Bessie Eccleston North Yakima Callie P. Plummer Eccleston United States Canada Marshall &. Athry Leah D Shane Kanang City Cupida’ Correspondence School Spokane County Superior Court Athey

Spokane Western Water Powers Rights Campaign Planned

Spokane Mining club invites manufacturers' groups commercial clubs chambers of commerce and western residents to join a movement to determine federal government rights in water powers of western commonwealths The plan aims to push the issue to the highest court if needed JL K Armstrong secretary announced the campaign to restore states control over water powers arguing government violates constitutional provisions prior to the constitution signing states guarded their own water rights

Spokane Was Chambers of Commerce Spokane Mining Club Mississippi River JL. K. Armstrong Spokane Mining Men's Club United States

Water Power as an Endless Wealth Resource

The passage asserts water powers are an inexhaustible wealth for states and communities and should be developed for regional benefit. It contrasts water power with railroads reliance on water supply and notes water can provide perpetual electrical energy for railroads malls factories and mines in the western area.

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Two Rhinos at Water Hole Fight Over First Drink

On a hot day two rhinos approach a water hole and clash over who drinks first. They quarrel loudly until a nearby lazy ass arrives and declares the hole drained. The moral: greed leads to want.

Remember This Message on Suitors and Shoes

A playful caution about judging a young man by his habits and manners before choosing a partner. It notes how he shines or neglects his shoes, his grandfather and father, swearing, and taste in attire. The verse ends urging careful observation to avoid vain regret.

Governor Wilson to Speak at Texas State Fair in Dallas

Governor Woodrow Wilson is slated to address attendees at the Texas State Fair in Dallas next month. The visit highlights the fair as a platform for his statewide message.

City of Dallas

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