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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1911
Page
2
In Charleston on the 251st anniversary of the quake that leveled property and claimed many lives the city recalls the disaster as the most severe on the captain coast. Residents reflect on the devastation and the enduring impact on local history.
Entry lists several doctors with offices and residences in the Adams Avenue area. N Molitor M D Physician and Surgeon at Corner Adams Ave and Depe St with office Main 68 and residence 69. A L Richardson M D J W Loughlin M D physicians and surgeons with offices at Black 1262 and Ind 383. Dr Richardson residence Main and G, Ind 322. Dr Loughlin residence Main 757 Ind 1297. C Hupton Ph G M D specialist in ear nose and throat with office at La Grande Nations Bank Building Main 2 and residence Main 32.
Chas E Cochran and Gro T Cochran of La Grande Oregon practice in all state and U S courts. Crawford attorney at law works from Le Grande National Bank Building. W C Nelson mining engineer located in Baker City Oregon.
The 100th anniversary of Theophile Gautier born August 1 1811 and died December 23 1872 was marked in Paris and across France with anniversary exercises by literary societies and the release of a memorial edition of his works.
Washington August 1 The Balance of migratory unemployed population to hold a convention in the capital led by James Eads How of St Louis the so called millionaire hobo. Delegates from across the nation arrive by foot and rail to press for laws on national employment bureaus free transport shorter hours and minimum wage with Vice President and senators invited to speak. Cora D Harvey and Josephine Wilson join as secretary and committee member.
In Washington, Senator Robert L. Owen reveals a Carara marble statuette titled Nathan the Wise. He explains the tale about Saladin and Nathan the Wise, where a magic ring proves true religion through virtue and beloved conduct.
The Hellman ostrich farm, set to be among Pendleton District fair attractions next month, drew praise from the Portland Oregonian. Visitors saw massive African ostriches, calm and curious, with demonstrations planned to educate the public about ostrich farming and its place in the Northwest spotlight.
An unusual feature draws curious travelers to the ostrich farm where visitors observe large birds and learn about their habits. locals describe the outing as a novelty and a memorable daytime excursion.
An unidentified hobo died last night after two days in the jungles above Main Street in Pendleton. The body lies in the county morgue with no identification and will likely be buried without mourners. Coroner Folgem says no inquest is needed.
In Asbury Park New Jersey the annual carnival featured a baby parade with about 500 infants in bright outfits. The parade along the ocean front concluded with Queen Tire and her court receiving honors amid festive holiday celebrations.
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