30 Sep 1910
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1910
Page
1
The New York National Republican League is set to convene this afternoon as policies for 0.9 are discussed. Delegates and party officials gather to outline strategy and agenda in the chamber.
New York September 30 leaders at the National Republican League biennial meeting urge a strong anti Democratic push. They expect Taft to deliver the campaign’s sole major address as a unifying, decisive statement and plan to rally party veterans and voters nationwide. John Hays Hammond presides as William B. McKinley and Vice President Sherman outline campaign aims. The league, active since 1896, stresses unity and neutral stance among factions while awaiting primary or convention results.
The text explains that league ritual defines the party platform while individual members may differ, but once a decision is made, members must unite to support the ticket with whole-souled influence. The passage emphasizes party cohesion after prevailing choices.
Albuquerque reports on the Taos San Geronimo feast drawing Apaches Utes Navahos and Mexican half-breeds to the Taos shrine. A black robed priest leads a morning harangue and tribesmen perform ceremonies and foot races throughout the day.
After an extensive U.S. tour Duke Franz Joseph of Bavaria arrived in New York and will sail home soon. His journey covered San Francisco and other coastal cities. He expressed astonishment at the United States' extent and greatness.
Chicago report states a man 26 year old Fred Waplenmyer was arrested near the Palmer residence on suspicion of planning to dynamite the house. A nitroglycerin bomb was found on his person after he rang the bell and claimed Mrs. Potter Palmer was ill. Police subdued him after a struggle.
Berlin reports the United States moves its embassy from Unter den Linden to a new three story building at Rauchstrasse in Tiergarten. Ambassador Hill will reside there with embassy offices and records stored under one roof. The Rauchstrasse site overlooks the Spree and marks an improvement over prior American headquarters.
Crack golfers from Boston New York and Philadelphia began the sixth annual Lesley cup contest at the Myopia Hunt Club in South Hamilton Massachusetts.
Reno reports a sweeping state law taking full effect tomorrow outlawing all gambling. The move ends the last era of casino life that fueled city improvements and tourism. Citizens split between fear of decline and support for strict enforcement.
American forces in Manila and its naval units are prepared to sail to Hong Kong and Shanghai amid rising unrest in China. Missionaries urge protection as the boxer uprising echoes, with Chinese factions poised for upheaval and reports of an imminent change in leadership.
Baker County farmers faced in circuit court as a second demurrer to F W Gaines of Pendleton’s complaint was sustained by Judge Smith. Gaines seeks payment of a large sum for securing freight-rate reductions on grain between Baker County and Portland. The court’s ruling suggests this may end Gaines’ attempt to collect.
Secret Service issues notices warning banks and the public about a counterfeit ten dollar note. The faked Pasadena National Bank bill bears McKinley’s portrait and a distinctive bad break on his left shoulder to aid identification.
The Reno gambling scene, once thriving under an oil license system, now faces decline as licenses cost 100 dollars annually and 75 dollars per game monthly. Some parlors once ran eight tables. today many venues have closed and play has dwindled despite past braggadocio about fair play.
Mayor Gill returns from vacation to Seattle and begins an inquiry into graft charges against the police department raised by Acting Mayor Wardell. He plans to reinstate Chief Wappenstein and filed charges of gross neglect of duties with the civil service commission.
President Taft appointed J B Napler a Negro of Nashville Tennessee as registrar of the treasury. Napler will sign currency hereafter, marking a historic appointment in the government.
Special trains bring visitors from the northwest for the second day of the northwest round up. Hotels are full and private homes open to guests. Carpenters added seating to the stadium boosting capacity by about two thousand for the cowboy show. The event is a clear success.
On Long Island drivers enter final practice for the Vanderbilt Cup with a large field anticipated. The course spans 12.64 miles, run 22 times for a 278.08 mile contest, using Long Island Motor Parkway and Nassau roads. Hotels fill, trains run, and fans flock from New York, Brooklyn, and cities like San Francisco Chicago and New Orleans to witness the speed event.
Rochester dispatch reports New York Democratic boss Charles Murphy and Judge Alton Parker shaping the platform. Planks against the Payne tariff bill and cost of living are to be urged, with Dix overseeing the state committee. The convention adjourned overnight as plans are discussed amid broad attacks on Roosevelts tariff aims.
Roosevelt allegedly opposed the tariff plank but accepted it to avoid risking the party in November. Reports say he endorsed the state ticket at Saratoga and that Barner Jr. argued Republicans should back the slate. The editor asserts Roosevelt effectively controlled the convention and candidates at Saratoga.
Springfield opens the Illinois State Fair with aviation displays by the Wright brothers and daily fights. An automobile meet and a five mile car versus plane race are planned, weather permitting. Hoxey aims to beat the 4500 hour world record in a Wright biplane on Monday. William J. Bryan and Gov. Deneen are scheduled speakers along with many Illinois bands.
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