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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1909
Page
4
Local items discuss city improvements and visitor views in La Grande Oregon. Mentions Prohibition revenue impacts and a Calhoun case juror tally. Notes Estacada factional strife and E W Bartlett's arrest for carrying a concealed weapon with trial soon referenced.
Nine thousand seven hundred fifty six dollars and ninety cents arrives from State Treasurer Frees to County Treasurer Frawley as Union County’s share of this year’s state school fund. The report notes growth in most counties’ school populations, with Baker as an exception. The July 1 1909 condition shows the common school fund principal at 5 571 043 90, most invested in first mortgage loans and school district bonds, cash in bank 269 095 95, and balances in the agricultural college and university funds.
A fragment notes a principal amount of interest excepting 4166.72 dollars held as cash on hand. The text provides limited context and names only the monetary figure.
Three men arrested at Pendleton and brought to La Grande faced arraignment with one witness absent causing postponement. They request a full hearing tonight. Charged with holding up three men here last week and assaulting a railroad crew between La Grande and Pendleton, they deny being in La Grande at the time and claim they did not leave on a freight train.
At a Young People's Union meeting the executive committee decided to place a complete directory of all La Grande churches in hotels, the post office and public places. It will list meeting hours and worship information for visitors. The next union meeting is set for the second Sunday in October at the Methodist church.
A dubious advertisement promotes a fat reducing tablet claiming rapid transformation. It warns against excess weight as dangerous, alleging risks like heart disease kidney trouble and sudden death, urging readers to stop carrying excess flesh.
Frank Ishihiro, a Japanese man, and Minnie Crockett seek a license and marriage in Walla Walla but two judges and several ministers refuse to perform due to race prejudice. Crockett, a former spouse and laundress, says she rejects race bias and they may seek a town with fewer objections.
Tonight at six Rev C B Deal will preside at the marriage of Miss Laura Green to Reuben E Wills at the Green home 1311 N avenue. The affair features elaborate decorations a luncheon and a fashionable crowd. Best man Ralph Reynolds and bridesmaid Ivy Long accompany a detailed program then the couple depart for Lebanon Oregon.
Mr Bearden of south La Grande is confined in the city jail this afternoon charged with intoxication in a brief police report.
Mrs. Dahlstrom aged 74 died suddenly of heart trouble last night. A long time city resident she leaves two sons Henry employed at the Foley hotel and Frank who lives in the Cove, another son in Idaho. Funeral arrangements await contact with relatives abroad.
Department of the Interior notice states Benjamin F. P. Young of Hilgard Oregon, holder of homestead entry No 13243, plans final five year proof to establish claim on land in Willamette Meridian. The proof is set for August 16, 1909, before the La Grande Oregon land office registrar and receiver. Witnesses: Nels Halverson, Nels Endrup, Hans Endrup, W A Young of Hilgard Oregon. Fr C Bramwell appears as notary.
Notice sets forth dissolution by mutual consent of C C Penington and W H Rush doing business as C J Penington Company. Penington will collect and pay all bills against the firm.
Notice states Jed Kelley and Harry A Meyers formed a barbershop to be known as Myers and Kelly, outlining the partnership name and business setup.
Joe Kelly invites friends to visit at his new location, promising excellent service and a gentlemanly reception. The message urges cordial attendance and personal contact.
Mayor M. K. Hall has been in Spokane for several days and is expected to return home tonight to attend the upcoming council meeting.
Salem reports Governor Benson received an invitation to address the First National Conservation Congress to be held August 26 to 28 at the exposition.
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