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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1908
Page
5
Locals report Fireman George Phierer heading out on the Minam for an outing while John F. Kenny and Herbert McKeen apply for homesteads in their counties. Many townsfolk, including L. J. Davis and B. Wilson, visit Union for business as others prepare threshing and upcoming salmonberry hikes.
In New York on August 20 prosperity grows as the Knickerbocker Trust places the fourth and fifth installments under its reorganization plan with withdrawals allowed. Depositors receive 70 percent, now authorized to be paid, with the remainder anticipated. In Norfolk Virginia the Republican convention for the Second district convenes, with several nominees mentioned and Taft pledging support.
The Aldrich Vreeland commission of US senators and representatives announced in London that sufficient data on foreign monetary systems had been gathered. They would return to America without further investigation as planned after surveying European capitals.
The Beenie theater showcases Romeo and Juliet adapted for vivid color and period costumes amid a cape of historical and romantic scenes. The Poisoned Bouquet delights patrons while The Cumbersome Husband provides comic relief at the Pastime with new songs and solos by Mrs. Jay Van Buren enhancing each performance.
The Sherwood program lists Boones, The Simple Life and A Happy Trio plus At the Cottage and A Dowtard’s Dead with a dramatic sequence of a yacht idler plotting on a fisherman's life. A Terrible Moment and Carlo the Newfoundland drive suspense as the dog hero rescues a girl and aids a rescued pair.
In Springfield Illinois Aug suspect Abe Raymer, identified as a leader in the rioting, is said to have confessed to all charges save the murder of Kate Howard. He faces incitement to riot and possible indictment as eight hundred soldiers stay nearby awaiting the grand jury's action.
Aug 20 report from state colored organizations presented at the National Negro Business League convention highlights growing numbers and scope of black run enterprises. The Rafferty Conley land tithe case was argued before Circuit Judge Knowles with Dan Sheehan of Enterprise and L J Davin of Union as counsel. F B Wilson of Union monitored the proceedings.
Virginia Republicans plan a Taft rally in Hot Springs on August 21 with an address on southern conditions. The campaign signals a push to win into the solid south as reports from southern Republicans boost hopes of carrying one or two northern states this year.
The notice highlights dentist W D McMillan offering expert gold fillings and special attention to children's teeth. It mentions contact details and references La Grande Neons Bank Bullina, along with a timber claim hint and a business pairing C. & Van Duyn.
Springfield August 19 riot calm today as First and Fourth regiments depart. Second and Seventh expected to march out tomorrow, Fifth Infantry remains. Troops patrol streets to maintain order under authorities.
Asters are being pruned for the best flowers as planners push for a city show open to all plant lovers. Officials emphasize public participation and emphasize care now, with the event tied to the Federal Women’s club convention slated for October.
Special train excursion to Nahcotta Washington offered by O R and WN. Round trip fares listed for Baker City $12 Haines and North Powder $11.50 Union La Grande Elgin Imbler $11. Base date August 21 1908. Return limit September 5 1908 with extension to September 20 on fare difference. Stopovers allowed Portland on return and baggage check to points between Hegler Washington and Namco Washington.
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