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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1911
Page
1
Constanti news from Sept 29 reports Turkey and Italy at war with Europe on edge. Italy’s landing of troops awaited after ultimatum expiry. Tripoli coast blocked and Balkans on alert amid fears of a wider conflict and possible massacres of Europeans in Turkey.
Portland readers learn J D Farrell is named president of the Oregon Washington Railroad Navigation Co by Harriman directors in New York with Portland as his headquarters J P O'Brien now to be vice president and general manager overseeing maintenance and operation The move centralizes authority in the West and is expected to speed development in Oregon Washington and Idaho
Attendees pay six cents for a trio of county fair vaudeville attractions and praise each feature. The military dogs, Ben Abdio acts, and tumbling stunts are described as thrillers. The three shows collectively provide an hour of amusement exceptional in every respect and turn spectators into walking advertisements.
Rome reports Italy formally declares war on Turkey at 2 30 pm for Tripoli possession. Admiral Aubry orders 230000 troops to Tripoli while fleets blockade coasts. Italian warships mass at Speata and Mederia stand ready to block or bombard Asia Minor targets. Turkey's moves remain unknown as Italy vows to protect foreign rights.
London reports Italy advances on Tripoli with Turkish resistance weak. Constantinople imposes martial law and threats a general massacre of Europeans. Turkish reserves mobilize against Greece amid fears of Crete pretext. Britain and Germany seek coordinated action to avert a larger conflict. Berlin denounces Tripoli invasion as a robbery and warns of Europe-wide trouble.
All Modern Woodmen are ordered to report at the lodge hall by Counsel Dunn at 1 o'clock Sunday afternoon to attend the funeral of the late Neigh bor Earls.
Senator Cummins, a progressive foe of Taft, chairs the Des Moines reception for Taft. The two later debated the arbitration treaty with Cummins urging a senate power reservation and a possible amendment before Taft agreed to support. Taft spoke to about 4,000 before leaving by noon train.
A large audience attended the bench show at noon with good energy and entertainment. Farmers expected a strong turnout tomorrow morning and afternoon as old Sol adds spirit to the event.
Imbler residents plan a day off to visit the big county fair at La Grande. Elgin and Intermediate farmers are expected to join large delegations, with locals coordinating fairs and activities for the excursion.
Fort Dodge Iowa September reports say Senator Cummins refused to ride on President Taft's train through Iowa. Governor Carroll invited him aboard. Cummins declined, stating he would join a reception committee in Des Moines. Taft's Iowa welcome is described as lukewarm.
Senator Barrett will speak Monday afternoon at the county fair on good roads. He will present his view of the legislation needed and speaks from the stance of a granger. The lecture is expected to draw a large audience.
Ola Sot greets La Grande as Union county fair enters its peak with Oswald West expected to speak tomorrow afternoon at the grounds. Farmers delay arrival for a record turnout while today’s attractions and the daily glide for life attract crowds.
A beach show opened today at noon featuring a line of pure bred dogs on exhibit. The event runs through tomorrow with evening viewing planned for tonight and more displays tomorrow. The varied lineup aims to present a classic canine exhibition.
John Anthony reports samples of a high quality clay near the railroad. Assay letters say the substance is suited for a premium cement, and Mr. Anthony calls it a valuable property though undecided on steps.
The Fair store installs one of the finest electric signs in Eastern Oregon. Manager Gelbel prom ises it will eclipse anything in the city and stand out with the best in the region. It features all modern appliances to be up to date.
The B. & Given Investment Company has assumed the new residence addition improved with cement sidewalks and municipal upgrades. The firm plans to focus energy on selling the property to homebuyers and investors, with reasonable terms from land owner Dr OConnor. EF 8S Given and J S Richardson form the firm with offices behind La Grande National Bank, promising strong eastern connections.
Chicago September 29. 25,000 Harriman line employees to strike tomorrow at 10 o clock and 10,000 Illinois Central federationists will strike Monday. Predictions estimate 12,000 workers will quit at first call and 50,000 out by Monday night. Brotherhood involvement feared to spread to all western roads and a paralysis within a week is forecast.
The La Grande O W strike affects over 100 workers with a planned walkout likely Monday or Tuesday. Union officials hesitate to predict numbers, while company officials expect many to stay at work, especially older employees. Boilermakers and machinists are seen as most likely to quit. rumors place the impact around 25 percent. The final outcome remains uncertain according to Grande union members and local officials.
In a remote possibility this afternoon the Harriman walkout may be delayed until Monday so all can depart together. Denver stockade completed as Union Pacific hires strikebreakers. 375 shopmen employed. Portland unionists ready with 1500 workers, many older men staying. Eispee shop employes poised to strike. 800 workers prepared and 2500 at Los Angeles ready to join. Southern Pacific shop workers in Los Angeles expect to strike tomorrow.
Renato Barrett notes the presence of A Barrett of Athena among distinguished visitors at the fair today. The brief mentions a small, scattered cast of notable attendees and their hometown associations.
Reports say Central Railroad of Oregon may skip a planned motor car link between Union town and Hot Lake and instead run a Union to Hot Lake train on new track. General Manager England reportedly abroad securing steel to repair Union to Unlow roadbed, while wheelage rights with the D W remain unsettled. Union citizens today doubt the plan will materialize and press for map preservation.
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