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La Grande Evening Observer in La Grande, Oregon
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1910
Page
4
Subscription Rates for Daily Dally and Weekly Editions
The notice outlines pricing for daily single copies and weekly subscriptions. Rates include daily single copy pricing, weekly rates, and monthly options, with figures abbreviated or garbled in places.
Editorial note about signed articles and revisions
The paragraph states editors retain discretion to revise signed articles and to decline or publish under nom de plume. It mentions signing four articles and saving their appointment, indicating editorial control and publication policy.
Hunger for Public Lands Opens Wallowa Settlement Ahead
An editorial urges optimism about the October 22 Wallowa land opening, predicting a flood of homeseekers to La Grande. It argues the event will boost local real estate with prospective buyers touring land offices and settlers, while discouraging negativity and emphasizing the valley’s bright prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Uncle Sam
Wallowa
Union
la Grande
Land Office
Wallowa County
Government Land Access Among Successful Applicants
The fragment notes those who succeed in obtaining government lands alongside others. It emphasizes winners in land distribution without detailing entities or dates.
La Grande Bend Moves From Experiment To Social Asset
La Grande Bend is no longer an experiment and is seen as a valuable addition to the city’s social life. The last concert drew strong attendance with vigorous applause, and plans are underway to create a fund to pay the musicians and inspire them to reach a higher musical standard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Grande
Goo
Taft's Tangled Stand on Roosevelt Conservation Speech
The article notes Taft’s firm but imperfect alignment with Roosevelt on conservation. It calls Taft an able man who trails the popularity of the former president yet argues his work will endure beyond his time in the White House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Roosevelt
Model town building essay on progress and participation
A subscriber contribution reflects on town building likening it to college football. It argues progress relies on broad civic effort rather than a few active participants, highlighting the passive role of the many in development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Observer
Bowerman Delays Campaign Dates Owing to Grand Duties
Acting Governor Jay Bowerman says the duties of the office are so demanding that he cannot keep the campaign dates he planned. He notes that becoming governor requires substantial work and plenty of effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay Bowerman
Bowerman
Political chatter hints at Lafferty pull in Portland
In Portland talk centers on a large Lafferty majority while Ellis appears poised to gain the position regardless of Lafferty's effort. The scene focuses on jockeying for influence and who controls the outcome rather than a clear winner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafferty
Portland
Ellis
Mr. Lafferty
Labor Day Observance Noted in La Grande
Labor Day was properly observed in La Grande and is celebrated as a day off for all who can. The article notes the occasion should not be overlooked and emphasizes its yearly importance for workers and communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Grande
Pleasant fall days described in Grande Ronde valley
The passage celebrates the comfortable autumn season in the Grande Ronde valley, praising its pleasantness and suggesting the days ahead will be enjoyable and peaceful in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grande Ronde Valley
Col Hofer's Paper Backing Salem Journal Endorses Him
Col Hofer enjoys solid backing from the Salem Journal which openly supports his campaign and owns the paper. The explicit ownership and alignment imply strong local media influence in the race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Hofer
Salem Journal
Biography of William K Vanderbilt Jr A railroad magnate
A portrait of William K Vanderbilt Jr aged thirty two as acting head of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad. He balances business acumen with a love for sport horses and social life and is described as a Vanderbilt with a knack for leadership amid a busy rail career. President Brown may take a European vacation, leaving Vanderbilt temporarily in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William K. Vanderbilt, Jr
Vanderbilt
New York Central and
Hudson River Railroad
William ¢. Brown
Europe
Vanderbilt Heir Aims To Lead New York Central Rail
Willie K Vanderbilt Jr a 32 year old sociedad figure shown as the likely new head of the New York Central with an eye for speed in auto racing and a record of risk on the track. He is married to Virginia Pali daughter of ex Senator Fair with rumors of Reno residence reflecting a troubled home life and possible divorce hesitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie K
New York Central
Vanderbilt
Willie K. Junior
William K. Vanderbilt
Virginia Pali
Senator Fair
California
Herman Oelrichs
New York
Newport Society
Open Letter Challenging Hockett on Assembly Policy
John P. Rusk a Republican candidate for renomination joint representative Union and Wallowa counties invites Dr C T Hockett of Enterprise Oregon to public debate on the assembly proposition and primary law. He pledges to uphold the primary law and opposes assemblies asking for times and places to be set for campaign discussion and defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rush
Hockett
Joseph
Oregon
C. T. Hockett
Enterprise
Ore
Portland
Union
Wallowa
John P. Rusk
Flowers In Greece Language of Bloom Letters
In Greece the language of flowers developed in detail allowing lovers to communicate with clusters of blossoms acting as an ideal correspondence between sweetheart and admirer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greece
Leaks In Wales Linked To Household Luck Belief
In Wales a belief holds that leaking water or "house leks" growing on houses brings luck and protects residents from disease or disaster, a superstitious practice tied to home welfare and hygiene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wales
Vanadium Behavior and Uses Described
Vanadium oxidizes slowly in air and melts at about 2000 degrees. It becomes red hot in hydrogen and resists attacks by hydrochloric and nitric acids. Its uses include coloring glass and making indelible inks.
Folkloric Beliefs Honor Cranes While Punishing Panthers
In Turkish lore the partridge is detested for betraying the prophet and its legs are red from Hassan's blood. A man who kills a panther faces twenty four hours in prison and a handsome reward, whereas the crane is respected and killing it is a crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
Hassan
Safe Canning Advice Warns Against Sealed Cans Heating
Canned goods guidelines warn against heating sealed cans in hot water or they may explode. Best practice is to empty contents into a sauce pan before heating.
Grindstones warp when exposed to sun heat
If a grindstone is left exposed to the sun the upper side under the handle weight hardens and the wheel becomes misaligned from a true circle, causing irregular wear.
Stirrups emerge in medieval riding history
Stirrups were unknown to the ancients and mounted travelers used road stones to mount. They appeared in the fifth century but remained uncommon even by the twelfth century.
Porto Rico Size Described in Brief Geographic Summary
The island of Porto Rico is 108 miles long and 38 miles wide covering about 3 300 square miles, roughly three fourths the size of Connecticut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porto Rico
Connecticut
The Dilatometer Measures Steel Expansion With Heat
A delicate instrument called a dilatometer will register the change in length of a steel piece as it is heated to a single degree.
Crocodile Jaw Structure Lets It Lift Head to Grab Prey
The skull is socketed in the jaw rather than the lower jaw being socketed, enabling the crocodile to lift the upper head like a hinge to seize prey without rising to its feet.
Horseshoeing through the ages in ancient and medieval times
A brief note discusses horseshoeing as a very old craft. It mentions an ancient representation on a Tarentine coin circa 350 B.C. and a claim that William the Conqueror introduced iron horseshoes to England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarentin
Wiliam the Conqueror
England
Nye on Wagner Meeting Richard Wagner Quote
Bill Nye told Dean Mole that when he met Richard Wagner he said the music is beyond his comprehension yet it sounds better than it seems. The anecdote highlights Nye's humorous take on Wagner's work.
Palladium Use in French Scientific, Industrial Standards
An unclear note discusses palladium being used in scientific instruments and as a standard reference in France. The fragment mentions its small coelovinit and cites its role in calibration and industry, but provides no concrete dates or external entities beyond France and generic instruments.
Oregon candidates announce joint senator and rep candidacy
F W Wilson of Athena announces as Republican candidate for joint senator for Umatilla Union and Morrow counties subject to Republican primary. C A Barrett of Athena declares for nomination as joint senator for Union Umatilla and Morrow counties to be decided September 24 1910. Dr C Bacon of La Grande seeks Union county coroner nomination in Republican primary. Dr Clyde T Hockett of Enterprise seeks joint representative seat for the 24th district in the September 24 1910 Republican primary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Morrow
C. A. Barrett
Athena
Oregon
Umatilla
C. T. Bacon
la Grande
Observer
Dr. C. Bacon
Union County
Clyde T. Hockett
Enterprise
Clyde T.hockett
Iron Pens Mentioned in Job as Steel Graver
The iron pen in the Book of Job is described as a steel graver used for inscribing on stone, reflecting ancient writing tools and methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Job
Thunder rain nourishes soil with nitrogen claims
Rainwater described as rich in nitrogen and ammonia from thunder rain. Pitny notes winter thunder is rare while spring thunder rain boosts soil fertility through scientific findings on nourishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pitny
Heat and Cold Show Man Adapts Better to Cold
A report notes humans endure extreme cold more than extreme heat with more fatalities from sunstroke than freezing. It highlights resilience to cold versus heat in harsh environments.
A Passing Parody Ends With A Loud Thud
A brief note from the Washington Star describes Hoe driving a golf ball high into the air that lands somewhere unseen and prompts the lucky yet distressed shout of the man struck by the ball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoe
Washington Star
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LA Grande National Bank
LA Grande, Oregon
United States Depository
W. J. Church
W. L. Brenholts
F. I. Meyers
W. M. Pierce
CG. C. Pennington
Cleaver
F. M. Burkit
Eoe
Linigs
N. K. West
the Quality Store
Palladium
Noutde OM
France
Puliabiia
F. Wilson
Candi
Umatil
Nyid
Modern Dealer
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Mirs
Orepst
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