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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1911
Page
8
A man known as Tifikr escapes after taking a horse near Kamela and traveling toward Weiser. The horse owner reports a long pursuit but the suspect vanished near Baker after leaving the ranch. Authorities trace possible sightings but give no arrest as of press time.
Plans outline space left between the Arcade theatre building and the federal building for a new construction notch. Officials note definite stakes and prepare the area with a dozen teams expected to work on the site.
A number of Roman Catholic prelates have arrived in Alabama for the consecration of Rev. John E as bishop of Natchez Mississippi. Bishop Blenk of New Orleans will preside at the ceremony scheduled tomorrow at Heart Church.
James Bradley and catcher Hughes lead a Sumpter Prairie City contingent to Sumpter for a baseball tournament this week. The two frat members join la Grandes pennant winning teams and will play against the Sumpter squad in the opening series at Sumpter with events to follow in the area.
An initial session began today as officials from the California commerce commission and others assess the case with attorney Franklin Lane among the participants. Readable details are limited. The proceeding centers on regulatory questions and potential actions.
Arapahoe Nebraska August 28 kickoff of a regional southwestern Nebraska tourney with teams contesting for the championship as play begins and continues tomorrow in the event.
Photos show officials unveiling a massive subway expansion costing 257.4 million dollars. Officials estimate 200 miles of track will be built with many sections underground to ease crowded areas and relieve growth pressure. Commissionists used a silver spade to mark progress as volunteers preserve mementos.
Joseph Spencer, about 63, died after a several weeks illness. Funeral held this afternoon at 2 from the family home near the planning mill. Dr J D Gillilan officiated. Survived by a widow and several grown children.
Columbus opening day sees thousands visiting the Ohio State Fair as managers expand exhibits and attractions. Prize lists are larger, competitions keener, and the Ohio Experiment Station exhibit draws notable attention. Daily trotting and running races are scheduled throughout the fair.
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