La Grande evening observer. (La Grande, Or.) 1904-1959, July 21, 1916, Image 1

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Newspaper Page TextKlttttttUt AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER PRINTS THE NEWS THE DAY IT HAPPENS VOLUME XVI LA GRANDE, OREGON. FRIDAY, JULY 21, 1916. NUMBER 27 Li a wanae Crack Speed Demons ocking To F R A N K HANLEY NOMINATED er PRIJH1 PARTY FIRST BALLOT DECIDES CON FLICT .BETWEEN HIM AND WILLIAM SULZER. HENRY FORD RECEIVES ONE VOTE, SULZER 61 Eugene Chaflin Nominated Sulzer, Urging Real Statesmanship Instead of Sunday School Politics "Which the Party Has Endured Long Enough." Cheering Brief. Auditorium, St. Paul, July 21. Frank Hanley, of Indiana, was nom inated presidential standard bearer for the prohibition party this after noon at 2:01 on the first ballot. Thie vote for Hanley was 444, ex-Governor Sulzer of New York 61, Hendrix 61, Oalderwood 21, and the remaining scattering. Henry Ford got one vote. Hanley's name was presented along with several others, they being Wil liam 'Sulzer of New York, and Find-r-- ley Hendrix of Maryland. Cheering 1 for Hanley lasted 15 minutes for Sul- zer's demonstration four minutts. Eugene Chaffin, previously presi dential candidate, in nominating Sul zer said: i "We have endTJfed " Sunday School politics long enough. Let us have I real statesmanship now." -J IThe Prohibitionists later unanim ously nominated Doctor Ira Landreth of Nashville, Tennessee, as Vice-President, after all others withdrew. TICKETS FOR AUTOMOBILES Booth on Street Will Handle Tickets for Convenience. The method of handling the 25-cent transportation to the races Saturday and Sunday has been outlined. All those wisMng to use such 25-cent fa cilities as will be provided, should procure their tickets from the booth at Depot and Adams. Citizens who are volunteering to help handle the big crowd to tho best advantage pos sible, will consider these tickets as cash and turn them into the commit tee, for redemption after the races. This eliminates making change on the part of those volunteering to haul at least one load before taking their own families. The exact number of vol unteer and truck cars to run for 25 cents each way is expected to be con siderable and patrons are urged to leave as early as possible. There will be band music at the grounds im mediately after 1 o'clock Sunday to entertain while the crowds assemble. These volunteer cars will not be the only ones to run likely as taxis will also be in operation. Taxis are not connected with the 25-cent ticket plan. Additional Band Secured A merchants' committee this after noon signed up for a special band to lead the merchants' floats in tomor row's parade. The organization has been recently organized and is goine; to run opposition to present band or ganizations in La Grande, having an nounced a sharp reduction in current rates for state occasions. Trainman Accused. Freewater, Ore., July 20. That Milton Weston fell beneath the O.-W. train at Freewater yesterday as a re sult of a kick by Brakeman James MacMahon, was the verdict of the coroner's jury in the inquest held to day at Freewater over the body of the deceased. It is reported that no arrest will follow a:! the case is said not to be a strong one. I Pendletoi, July 20. The body of Milton We?lon who was instantly killed when a train ran over Wm at Freewater yesterday was brought to Pendleton last night by Coroner J. T. Brown. It was reported the man has parents liv.:ng near Eugene but the officials have been unable to get in touch with any relatives. The bociy will be buried in Olney cemetery this evening. Coroner J. T. Brown went to Frcewal.T ufis morning to hold an other inquest when the train crew of Spokane w uld be present. Union County Fair Gets $1074.00 Under the apportionment of state funds for the different county fair boards. Union county is to receive $1074.60. Wallowa county is to re ceive $678.67. SATURDAY FEATURE TEST HAS DOZEN STAR At least 13 and probably more, crack Northwest motor cycle riders are going to compete for the Northwest chain-' pionship when the 1916 motorcycle races open tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 promptly at tihle new oval, four miles east of town. The entries are swelling this afternoon and it looks like a grand getaway. Of course the northwest championship rac will not be tomorrow's only card for there will he efforts to establish track records. All ridel's in the city will compete for that honor each day, and then on the following day, all riders will run for the far-western honors. But it is a fact that tilie best track records will be made Saturday before' the "track loses its present finish. " Walker, Janke and ohers, yesterday evening clip ped the course in 1:03 which is better than 85 miles per hour. They anticipate 90 miles Saturday. Conveyances commence to leave La Grande shortlv after 1 each day. EARLY ANSWER 10 SUGGESTIONS FOR COMMISSION DISCUSSED After Prolonged International Con ' ference Quick Reply Hinted Washington, July 21. .Envoy Arre dondo, Acting Secretary of State Polk and. American Ambassador Fletcher conferred for an hour today regarding Carranza's suggestion for a Mexican American commission to settle differ ences. The matter was referred to the state department It was indi cated the government soon will pub lish the American reply to the Car- ranza suggestions. Mexicans Steal Guns Columbus, July 21. It was learned today that several Mexican laborers mending roads, stole sleeping army truck driver's rifles and headed south ward intending to join Villistas. Cav alrymen pursued and captured one after a day's chase. The expedition's laborers are now closely watched as p mutiny is feared. E. Henry Returns After a prolonged stay in Iowa E. Henry is in La Grande today on a visit to his brother Walter Henry in Elgin. Mr. Henry first came to La Grande nine years ago but returned to Iowa later on. JAMES HOUSE BURNS. Fire of Unknown Origin Wrecks Un occupied Residence on North Side. Just before midnight last night a pedestrian on North Fir street dis covered that the whole interior of the Anna James house until recently oc cupied by R. E. Trill and family, at North I' ir and T streets, was a solid mass of flames. The alarm was turned in and notwithstanding the department made a valiant light it was impossible to prevent consider able damage. The Trill family has not occupied the place for nearly a month but considerable furniture bad been left in the house. The damage was considerable. Will Rebuild Barn. Louis Wright, the carpenter, will go out to the Doon Woodell ranch Monday to begin work on the recon struction of the big barn on the place. The structure, will be com pletely remodeled and considerably enlarged. r3 SPECIAL TRAIN CHRATERED. ().-W. Oflicial Announces that Pendle ton Provides Special. .T. H. O'Neill, at one time traveling passenger agent for the O.-W. and right now back on the job again un til Jim Miller's place is permanently filled, last evening closed up with the Pendleton Commercial club for a special train to lenve Pendleton Sun day at 7 a. m. to attend the races. Yesterday evening, says Mr. O'Neill there was every indication that there would be close to 200 from Pendleton and way points. ' Miss McMillan in Brazil. Miss Grace McMillan, Iitin teacher ir. the La Grande schools, writes to Mrs. Irene King of South La Grande that h?r party is now at S. Paulo af ter a vitflt at Rio De Janeiro. She pronounces ihe first named country the more attractive, though it was cloudy and cold. They came toS. Paulo by land but find the whole country exceedingly interesting. CARRANZA f ! ! $ I ! MOTOR CLUB RACE PRO- GRAM. t First Day, July 22. First Race Five mile, re- stricted to local riders. Free for all 7 H. P. machines. Purse $50. Second Race Ten mile," re- stricted to Northwest riders. Free for all 7 H. P. machines. Purse $50. Third Race Trials for track record. Open to all and free for all seven horse power ma chines. The four machines milking the best time qualify for final trial on following day. The best time made on either the 22d or 23rd shall determine the winner. Fourth race Northwestern Grand Prize: Fifty miles re stricted to Northwestern riders on 7 H. P. machines S; S. Race to dsterminc the North west championship. Purse $200. Divided, $100, $50. $35, $15. Fifth Race Open to all and free for all 7 H. P. machines. 5 miles. Purse $25. Second Day, July 23. First Race 'Five miles, re stricted to local riders. Free for all 7 H. P. machines. Purse $50. Second Race Ten miles. Open to and free for all 7 H. P. machines. Purse $25.00. Fourth Race Final trials for track record. Purse $50. Fifth Race Far Western Grand Prize: 100 miles. Open to all riders on 7 H. P. ma chines IS. S. Purse $500. Di vided $250, $75. $35, $15. All machines shall have not over 61 cu. in. displacement. Free for all 7 H. P. events shall include open ported motors. All purses of $50 shall be di vided $25, $15, $10. All purses of $25 shall be divided $15; $10. Entries in the Northwest championship grand prize and contestants for track records, run Saturday: v Thompson on Indian, Boise. $ Williams, Harley, Boise. ! Jackson, Harley, Walla Walla ' Rose, Ex. Portland. Coburn, Ex. Portland. J Farnum, Merklc, Portland. Tracey Hollister, Harley, La ! Grande. ! Red Williams, Harley, La ;- Grande. Patterson, Indian, Portland, 5 formerly of Salem. ! Swartz, Indian, Walla Walla. ! Lentz, Indian, Spokane. 4 Indian Rider, Spokane. J In addition to these riders, 5 Sunday's program featuring the Far-iWestern grand prize, contestants will include: Irwin Janke, Haney, Milwau kee, present world's 200 and 300-mile champion. Otto Walker, ex-world's champion, on Harley, Milwau kee. Keeney, Indian, Springfield, Muss. i. ! Jfc i J With riders n plenty from the en tire country present, special trains and great strings of auto caravan due Saturday and Sunday, the attend ance at the Speed 'Em Up races will probably be greater f:hn ever before, and while thso things are shaping abroad, home committees are busy providing entertainment. Busy Day Tomorrow. Commencing an early as 10 o'clock tomorrow festivities get undor way for a busy Saturday. The parade committee is calling for more cars all the cars in the county in firt are wanted. They also want tho nier- (Continued on Page Four) U-BOAT GREW uinnnirn miu iiiisit i irrnriM HWHII H DIUn.1I T . UNIDENTIFIED MERCHANTMAN CONSTANTLY AT HER SIDE AGAIN TODAY CAPTAIN WOULD RATHER SLIP OUT AMID STORM Enemy Ships' Submarine Detectors Would Have Difficulty Observing U-Boat's Iresence in Case of Cli matic Disturbance Craft Is Ready to Get Away. Baltimore, July 21. Tho Deutsch land remained at anchor this morning, a mysterious and unidentifed merch antman having stationed itself at her side during the night and refused to leave up to the noon hour. Presence ot the merchantman no doubt delayed departure and positively annoyed the submariners aboard her. She is ready to go at any minute. It is. possible now that. Captain Koenig will wait until a storm comes up before he undertakes to steam under the blockading fleets. He argues that their sound detectors, used to locate submarines, would have trouble picking him up among the Virginia capes if' a storm was raging, and some think he will await such conditions. Others profess that he will slip away at the first opportun ity regardless of climatic conditions. WILL PROTECT EMPLOYES American Express Company Takes Care of Its Men Who Enlist Telegraphic instructions sent out by President Taylor of the American ex press company regarding employes who have been called on for military duty, have 'been1 received by Mr. G. H. Black, manager of the express oiiice at La Grande. The instructions state that all regu lar salaried employes who are mar ried men, as well as all single wen who have relatives dependent upon them for support, who as members of the National Guard prior to June 17th, 1916 have responded to the President's call for military service, will receive sufficient salary to make up any deficiency between the govern ment allowance and the rate of pay which they have hitherto been draw ing. For single men without depend ent relatives, un allowance will be made to them sufficient to make up one-half of the salary which they draw regularly from the company. This provision will remain in op eration until December 21st, 1916. After which further consideration will be given depending upon the political situation between Mexico and this country. The American Express Company has also arranged for welcoming back into its service all enlisted employes who make application to return with in 30 days after they are mustered out of the Federal Service. FEWER PRISONERS NOW Salem Authorities Announce Reduc tion of Penitentiary Inmates Salem, July 21. It is announced 41 per cent fewer prisoners entered the Oregon penitentiary the first six months of 1916 than in 1915. There were 159 last year and 95 this year. Prohibition and plentiful employment are suggested as the reasons. BIG BOLT OFF. 1 Welch-White Millin't Scheduled To- night, Meets Obstacle. ! Minneapolis, July 21. The Welsh I White boxing contest for the world's lightweight title, scheduled for to night has been cancelled. Manager Harry Pollock, ;epi canting Welsh, refused to Decent Referee Billy Hoke. NO DECREASE PERMITTED. All Effort to Prune Naval Program Meet with Failure. Washington, July 21. The Senate has decisively defeated all efforts to 1 decrease the proposed navy program. Cummins attempted to amend the hill I providing only two battle ships and I four battle cruisers, but was beaten CO to 11. Townvends' amendment low ering tiY,te bill to four battleships and lour battle cruisers in three yeurs was I defeated 58 to lu. BAKER PREPARED TOSEND BOOSTERS SEVERAL PLAN TO DEVOTE TWO DAYS TO STAY. Pendleton Rider Cornea Forward to Compete in Contests at the Oval. "Many Bakerites will attend the two-day Speed 'Em Up motor races at La Grande next Saturday and Sun day," says the Btiker Herald. "La Grande has always been well -represented here during Bakor celebrations and at fair time and as this will be the biggest affair of its kind in East ern Oregon, Baker should reciprocate by sending a large delegation lo the races. "Tom Richardson wont to La Grande last night on his Indian eight valve motorcycle, wheie he will enter the 'Speed Lm Up races," relates the Pendleton E. O., and continues: It is reported that the winner of Wife Far Western race there Sunday win have to travel over 90 mies an hour to cross the tape ahead of the large list of entries. About 85 were signed up for tha Pendleton rpcual train up to last night. Provided there ar-3 more than 100 wish to make the trip the railroad will furnish suthcient aceom modations for nil. Among Pendleton people already in La Grande are Ralph Temple and Mr. and Mrs. J. r.. Allen. VILLA SHOWS UP AT FAIR ATTEMPTED ASSASSINATION OF QUEEN BLOCKED. Cherry Fair Program Has Frills .and Features. Many The day dawned bright and beauti ful over cherry land on the morning of the 20th and the inhabitants were out early preparing for their annual gala day. The cherries had not ripened as fast as anticipated and the work of securing proper exhibits had been increased on that account, but the exhibit proved beyond a reason able doubt that "Covo'a Got 'Em" not withstanding all of the misfortunes she has had to contend with. The most notable part of Vhe display was an artistic piece of cherry work rep- esenting the liberty bell, exhibited by the Strickland Bros. Tho Elks' band was on hand with a variety of music for all comers. The coronation ceremony was varied somewhat from usual by having a young Mexican mako an attempt to assassinate the queen and the royal guards wera sent to capture the would-be assassin, the guards re turned and reported failure, then the king sent tho two court fools who brought back the offender. He was made to salute the royal rulers and while 'hiis capturers decorated him with American flags, the royal court and attendants sang "America" Queen Ann delivered the following ad dress: "We consider it quite un honor to rule for a short period of time as king and queen of Clierry land, but it is vastly more of a privilege to live under the Stars and Stripes of this glorious republic of ours, governed by the people. We feel like com plaining sometimes Wi.en old General Frost marches his devastating army through our blossoming orchards, but let us givo thanks to the allwise ruler i or the Universe that it has pleased him to lead our loved United States in the paths of peace and let us all hope and pray that ere another cherry day comes to us, that the war among the people of the eastern world will have ceased that the war cloud that hands over our southern border will have passed away, that unfortunate Mexico will be able to settle her troubles without further conflict. And that we will reach a better happier and more prosperous e?a, bring to all the people of tho world "peace on earth, good will toward men." The court bard recited the follow ing appropriate lines for the oc casion: "From other climes white people enmo And civilized the west, Each tftvinks his own locality In every way is best. The old land marks that nature carved Each helps to do their part. Recalling pleasant memories That cling around the heart. We think no better place exists Than Cove, for those who try. 'Tis the land of the big red apple And the home of Cherry pie. "What fairer scene could artist paint, Or poet praise in rhyme Than our beloved Cove presents In Spring and Summer time. The wilderness of orciard blooms The mantled green of hills, The shady bowers of r.weot content (Continued on Page 5.) BRITISH LOSE MANY SNIPS III PAST FEW DAYS TRAWLERS OFF EAST COAST TO THE EXTENT OF SEVEN SENT TO BOTTOM MEDITERRANEAN STEAMERS ALSO SENT TO BOTTOM - . , J . Fighting Along the Soninie Indicates French and English Have Regained Some of the Territory Lost by Strong German Counters Bayonet ting Charge Wins. Barlin, July 21. It is announced a German submarine shelled the iron works of the British seaport Soaham, July 11th. Between July 10th and 14th submarine destroyed seven steam trawlers at the east coast of England. London, July 21. A Mediterranean submarine has sunk the British steamers Karma and Grangemoor. The crews were saved. The Britisher Yser was also destroyed. Paris, July 21. It is announced; Frepch have heavily repulsed Ger man counters against positions they won yesterday. Germans retreated disorderly. French bayoneters routed a Gorman- patfbl'vrhile attempting to penetrate the lines in the Chiaulnes . region. French Recover Lost Ground. London, July 20. General Haig re- . ported British advances and tempor arily occupied portions of Otoe woods. Polish Relief Urged. Washington, July 21. President Wilson has signed a personal letter to rulers of Britain, France, Russia, Germany and Austria. He urged quick solution of the Polish relief problem. BLACKLIST EXCORIATED English Policy Calls for Bitter Com ment in the Senate Washington, July 21. Senator Thomas of Colorado, today denounced the British blacklist on certain Ameri can firms as an "Outrageous assault on American citizens." He advocated severe reprisals, and said, "I cannot understand the widespread sympathy for the allied cause in this country, when England continually repeats her bulldozing attacks on our commerce." After a most bitter debate the Sen ate today reversed itself and refused to permit the Bethlehem Steel com pany the right to print anti-government armor plate propaganda as a public document. Sen. Penrose has previously obtained unanimous, con sent for the printing but Reed of Mis souri, arrived later and attacked the action bitterly. Washington, July 21. Acting Sec rcary Polk has announced the fight against the British blacklist has started with informal representations made through the British Embassy nnd Ambassador Pago at London. iWiashington, July 21. It is an nounced the State Department has sent Britain and France a request to answer America's lust protest against Allied mail seizures. Wreck Has Victims. Blueficld, W. Va., July 21. Five laborers were killed and 10 injured when a Norfolk Western freight col lided with the rear of a work train at Bell Springs. Twelve cars were smashed. HIKERS RETURN. Hoys Made Fine Walk from Hilgard to Lu Grande this Morning. Twentv-six strong, the Y. M. C. A. junior bovs who spent a night and a day at Hilgard under tutelage of Secretury King, returned home tms morning. They made trie 10-mile hike in good time, packing their blanket rolls and provisions with them. All report a fine time. Winzels To Leave La Grande A. A. Winzcl, assistant manager jf Mount Emily Timber Co., announced today his decision to return to Mer rill, Wisconsin, where he will engage in the lumber and box business. Mr. Wenzel has. had the proposition un der consideration for some time and very recently decided to make tho change. He will leave with his fami ly in tho early part of September.