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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1910
Page
4
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The piece argues that Oregon’s campaign focuses on individuals rather than platforms. It praises Dimick and Bowerman for principled stances, criticizes Hofer and Abraham, and urges party alignment over personal rhetoric, citing the Smoot affair as cautionary. It stresses party platforms and states that personalities can mislead voters.
The La Grande Observer Annual Industrial Edition, edited by Bruce Dennis, is commended for its neat attractive design and comprehensive survey of industries in Union and Wallowa counties. The edition covers schools churches climate resources and manufacturing with strong local business support.
Breckrenridge Jones president of the Missouri Valley Trust Company wed Mrs. Sarah Brant Colwell in St Louis today. Colwell, formerly married to Capt. John Charles Colwell whose Spanish American War service was noted, has recent legal troubles including a New York Supreme Court dispute and a failure to appear as a witness in the United States Independent Telephone case.
A plan outlines coastal batteries and island fortifications to guard the canal against fleets. It argues the United States must fortify within its rights and warns against relying on peace advocates or treaty objections. Plans sit with President Taft awaiting Congress decision.
The La Grande Ward of the Latter Day Saints will hold a fair and bazaar at the Amusement hall starting Friday September 28, 1910. Exhibits and sales run Friday and Saturday with lunches and refreshments served. A free program Friday evening, grand ball Saturday evening requires lunch baskets to be shared, proceeds go to the Latter Day Saints church.
President Taft endorses river and harbor improvements while denouncing piecemeal funding. He criticizes congressmen who trade votes for localized river gains and argues for nationwide, scheduled steamship service instead of fragmented authorizations. In a separate note, Michigan jobbers convene in Saginaw with 200 delegates to set topics and elect officers.
In Enterprise Oregon on September 21 special report no opponents filed against Sheriff Marvin or County Clerk Boatmen. Supporters say the officials enjoy broad public confidence and strong popularity with no challengers stepping forward. The piece notes the public’s expressed appreciation of their leadership.
The Kinsman Block System Company filed for an injunction in New York on September 21 alleging the arenal signaling system installed in the new Pennsylvania and Long Island tunnels infringes their patent. The suit targets the Pennsylvania Tunnel and Terminal Company and the Union Switch & Signal Company.
Michigan mayors and officials from almost every city arrived in Lansing for the State League Municipalities convention. A business session was held this afternoon, with a theatre party planned for tonight. A clam bake is scheduled for tomorrow, and the session will close Friday.
La Grande will be well represented at the national bankers convention in Los Angeles this month. Ed Coolidge of the U S National Bank and Mrs Coolidge will attend, as will Cashier F I Myers of the La Grande National. Mr and Mrs Myers leave Friday night for Portland then by boat to San Francisco and Los Angeles before visiting other California places.
Twenty five killed and several injured in a head on crash near Bingoland Indiana. Among the dead are Dell Locke and Seymour Robinson prominent Indiana Democratic politicians.
In Phoenixville Pennsylvania on September 21 posses pursue Tom Baker accused of killing Mrs. John Saus and her three children Mary four May one and Charles five. Bodies found in their home with heads crushed and a club nearby. Robbery suspected as motive with the children’s bank book and a $800 deposit book missing along with $45 in the bank.
In Joseph Oregon C C Dugger begins a separate moving picture theater in his hotel after many requests. An experienced operator and top equipment assure four first class showings weekly for locals. Real estate in Joseph changes hands rapidly as Frank Bowman buys city lots for rapid growth and future home.
An old newspaper notice touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablet as a remedy for chronic constipation and related symptoms affecting women. It emphasizes quick relief and ease of use, promoting a health tonic amid period-era medical advertising.
Waterloo report notes the Iowa Municipal League seeks to improve and beautify cities across the state. The initiative focuses on urban upgrades, planning, and civic enhancements to raise the quality of life for residents.
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