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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1909
Page
1
Portland September 17 machinists on the Oregon Short Line Union Pacific and O R & N have demanded wage scale readjustment. Rumors of a widespread machinists strike are current in roundhouse centers but General Manager O'Brien says the demand is for higher pay and no strike has been confirmed.
In Pasadena two brothers named Thomas are detained on arson charges after allegedly admitting to starting several forest fires to smoke out bees. Investigators cite their statements as the basis for the suspicions and ongoing probe.
Johns shipboard dispatch quotes Commander Peary denying plans to search for the South Pole and stating he will not undertake another expedition to Arctic or Antarctic zones.
Portland reports indictments against Hazel Maddux and Frank E. Rodman for involuntary manslaughter in the death of Mrs May Real on the Linton road. The local grand jury is to return the indictments this afternoon while lawyers seek five thousand dollars bail for each. They have already been arraigned on second degree murder charges in connection with Mrs Real's death.
A man took a young girl to a hospital where she underwent surgery for appendicitis. The incident prompted medical care and ongoing monitoring of the patient’s condition.
In Newcastle Pennsylvania on September 17 several women supporting the striking tin workers at Sheenango Mills were attacked by wives and sweethearts of the workers. Mrs Francia Locke was seriously injured by a heavy poker blow and is in hospital. Anna May was severely beaten as a chaotic scene drew bystanders.
National Bankers association meeting in Chicago today opposed Taft Postal Savings Bank bill and investment of vast funds in government bonds. Resolution warns such actions would be a serious mistake and menace national credit, selecting Los Angeles as the 1910 meeting place.
Interstate Commerce Commission members prepare for a western tour to Spokane on September 29 to hear evidence and final arguments on Spokane Chamber of Commerce petition addressing short haul charges. La Grande, joined by inland Empire cities, expects impact on freight costs and local merchants as railroads seek to enjoin the order.
In Tangiers on Sept 17 a powder magazine near the market at Tigh Taraoult exploded, killing about two hundred and injuring roughly four hundred. Authorities seek external aid as details remain scarce.
Federal Grand Jury from the Federal District court will convene in Moscow on October 26 to investigate Northern Idaho land fraud cases involving Lewiston and Portland residents. The panel will also probe violations of laws banning liquor imports into the Nez Perce reservation as Secret Service agents seize liquor packages bound for reservation towns.
Workmen are busy laying off the grounds at Washington and Greenwood to prepare sites for the buildings needed for the Union County Exposition.
Destructive fires in Escondido and the Sweetwater valley have been contained after burning about 24 000 acres. Long distance telephone lines are restored. Firefighters remain on duty to prevent a rekindling as winds ease.
Naples dispatch reports a fireworks factory in Riace Calabria exploding with twelve known dead and many injured. The blast demolished the plant and twelve bodies were recovered with additional missing believed dead.
C J Abramspanie, high priest of Oregon Greek Catholic church, and T H Johnson, Greek consulate interpreter, visit La Grande Greek colony to discuss a Portland church project costing 25000 dollars. They seek voluntary contributions from locals and plan further stops in Spokane and the Northwest.
Weather Observer Reels of Portland forecasts a light frost for this section of the state tonight influencing farmers and gardeners to take precautions.
In Pittsburg on September 17 1909 manager Fred Clarke claims Forbes Field and the Pirates can win the National League pennant. The Pirates led by strong pitching and a confident roster benefited as the Cubs fell behind Giants and Reds while Detroit’s Tigers vie for the American League title. Comparisons were drawn between Ty Cobb and Honus Wagner as fans root for Detroit to prove Cobb’s superiority.
Pinchot avoids comment on Taft’s discharging of Glavis as new messages arrive. He plans Seattle speeches next week despite a looming fight over the Pinchot Ballinger controversy. Glavis departs Seattle post, while officials shift offices and prepare to publish evidence supporting charges against Ballinger.
De metri Treschenko, a Russian, was found guilty of murder in the first degree for killing Dorothy Malankoff, a ten year old schoolgirl on her way to school, with the motive that he was infatuated with her. The defense had suggested the father.
A second fast moving forest fire, fanned by a strong wind, advances toward Escondido California as thousands battle flames. The blaze has destroyed several thousand acres and is described as beyond control. The mayor appeals for aid while residents brace for the approaching danger within about three miles of the town.
Roy Post Bill a Billa and George Currey left this afternoon for the east end of the county to post the bills for the Union County Exposition. They expect to return to La Grande Sunday evening.
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