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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1908
Page
6
Auckland defeated the American marksmen from the fleet by 65 points in an event held August 14. To allow competition on British soil the law against armed forces entering was temporarily suspended. The Americans received a silver cup. fleet officers enjoyed free access to entertainment venues in the city.
Arthur Lack, accused of posing as Lieutenant Commander Perry Olmstead of Baker City Cre and in command of the navy recruiting station in Los Angeles, is jailed in Salt Lake City. He faces charges of forging his brother Fred’s name and issuing a bogus United States Treasury certificate. He allegedly announced himself as Perry G. Olmstead, U S A during travel to Utah.
Foresters urge G V Hendricks to attend an important meeting this evening. Attendance requested for FP. 8 designation.
The Sherwood Electric presents Damon and Pythias as the strongest feature for Friday and Saturday nights and matinees alongside other shows. Proprietors Housh and Lucas announce improvements to enhance comfort as audiences fill full houses. The program includes Two Reel drama and the Salvation Army tale The Blue Bonnet, with scenic views praised throughout.
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