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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1910
Page
4
The paper states it will not publish articles under a nom de plume and signed pieces may be revised at the editor’s discretion. It instructs signing four articles and making appropriate appointments.
The piece discusses county versus city option in prohibition, noting quality issues in enforcement and political dynamics. It cites Newark Jackson Michigan and other examples where dry counties still permit wet towns, and argues practical realities shape local option outcomes. It explores conflicts between city sentiment and county-wide voting, and the difficulty of aligning law with enforcement in varied jurisdictions.
The piece argues that despite some support for county option as a path to prohibition, opposition notes that uneven enforcement and local sentiment complicate the law. It suggests townships or wards may offer a better route if total prohibition is the goal.
The passage argues strongly against elevating the state to authority over counties, urging preservation of local control and local governance autonomy. It emphasizes the risks of centralized power and the value of county-level decision making.
Editor Observer prints Mr Huffman’s letter arguing irrigation is beneficial but warns against bonds that tax landowners not equally benefited. He supports Meadow Brooks as best option if all farms gain, but objects to forcing bonds on already watered lands.
The Grant's Pass Observer report on local option is strongly denied by a Grants Pass citizen in a signed Oregonian piece. Meanwhile La Grande residents need not travel to Grants Pass to witness examples of the local option law they deem unsatisfactory.
A fiery meteor at Midway is described as likely a signal from U'Ren to warn that the world ends if the assembly ticket is nominated and elected, reflecting anxious political rhetoric.
Even in Germany meat climbs to levels unseen in years as consumer demand and supply constraints push prices higher. Analysts warn of continued inflationary pressure through next quarter.
The note states there will be no government lottery for the Wallowa land opening and predicts a Cherokee strip style rush where the first to land secures the claim. It emphasizes individual claim priority over organized drawing.
The text notes Maxine Hilfote intends to marry a banker amid rumors of involvement with a gilt scheme. It hints at suspicions she may be purse or gilt conspirator, but provides no concrete charges or details.
Verse writer recalls the Klondike rush from Skagway to Lake Bennett, detailing hardships, pack dinners, and two months of relays. He notes many adventurers perished in the Yukon, yet also cherishes the experience and its human drama. Robinson’s literary fame grows with Biwash Pete and the McKinley Memorial poem.
A compact reflective piece on how humor and philosophy intersect in daily life. It notes the value of not taking oneself too seriously, the tension between criticism and action, and how perception can influence conscience and behavior.
A rustic plea to workers to pause daily tasks and seek brief retreats in shaded, sylvan spots. The passage invites leaving the shop and desk, shelving duties, and finding peace amid cool fields and quiet nooks, promising renewed focus upon return.
The text recalls a boy standing on a burning deck who douses the fire with sea water. Others flee and he refuses to accept donations or praise for the act, highlighting a brave yet modest deed described in a rousing old verse tone.
A compact exchange speculates on British resilience and the peril if the sun set on the island. The dialogue hints at national pride and a metaphorical warning about external threats to the isle and its allies.
A humorous dialogue depicts Jones failing to persuade his girlfriend that ice cream is poisonous. She remains unconvinced and orders lobster instead, highlighting a lighthearted miscommunication.
A whispered prelude to marriage surfaces as Jack tests a ring price in a jewelry store, with Ethel awaiting a formal proposal. The exchange hints at upcoming plans though no official engagement is announced.
A terse dialogue reveals a practical man unable to express affection and a marriage strained by secrets. The man asserts his lack of true love, while the wife confronts him with his bank book brought to her feet.
A humorous fragment shows a paradoxical exchange where one praises a man as a great fellow and the other questions what makes him great. The dialogue features a clever mispronunciation and playful wordplay reflecting light social wit.
A satirical verse promotes a extreme dieting cure for illnesses. It mocks claims of a universal remedy by advising only deep breathing at breakfast, a toothpick lunch, and water at night, suggesting it would reduce grocer bills but reveal absurdity in medical fads.
A poetic line notes how a woman’s clothes remain on her mind whether hung in a closet or worn, reflecting fashion obsessiveness attributed to Chicago Tribuns.
A clipped Washington Star item notes two items titled Those Cocked Hats and The Trouble Hunter. It describes a character who habitually hunts trouble daily and reacts like a rabbit when challenged. The playful lines reference a dilly and dally exchange about salary and a wife’s chanticleer.
A brief playful exchange notes that men’s heads grow until sixty five and perplexity follows. The dialogue humorously wonders about the effects as She Merely suggests increasing the vacuum in a mock scholarly tone.
CLYDS T. HOCKETT announces candidacy for joint representative for the 24th district subject to Republican primary voters at the nominating election to be held in September 1910 in the district.
A federal style slate shows S. F. Wilson of Athena and C. A. Barrett of Athena declaring bids for joint senator positions covering Union Umatilla and Morrow counties with September 24 1910 primary aims. Dr C T Bacon of La Grande seeks Union county coroner. Dr Clyde T Hockett of Enterprise also announces.
Joseph Oregon September 1 1910 Dear Sir I challenge Dr C T Hockett Republican nominee for joint representative Union and Wallowa counties to publicly discuss the assembly proposition before voters during the primary campaign I invite discussion of my record and oppose assembly schemes I will not run a pussy footed campaign Let the people decide their own officials Paid advertisement by John P Rusk Republican candidate for renomination joint representative Union and Wallowa counties.
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