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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1908
Page
4
Currey Brothers editors declare policy on fictitious names and manuscripts. Advertising and notice rates list daily and weekly subscription prices, advance payment terms, and per line charges for local notices, condolence resolutions, and cards of thanks.
A National Educational Association committee of twelve argues that black teachers should educate black students. They contend race identity fosters common consciousness and mutual affinity, enabling teachers to mirror historic experiences and provide the atmosphere for healthy intellectual growth.
The text calls for action by public and commercial bodies and lodges in the community to seek the removal of David Feeles from the sugar factory. It argues the matter is of supreme importance and hints at concerted requests without detailing them.
Union county reports a new artesian well on the Mary Howell place drilled by D. M. Hunt. The flow began at 125 feet, delivering seven to eight gallons per minute through a 4.25 inch diameter hole with the water rising 43 feet above ground. Hunt completed 126 feet in under nine hours, with the first four feet of penetration described.
A terse report describes a deep well location about one mile from Imbler on the old Howell place. The boring yields are excellent, with a chalky yet productive reservoir proving to be among the county’s best.
Sunday worship at Pirot Presbyterian Church on Washington avenue features Rev W H Bleakney and Rev J W Seemann with Sunday School at 9 45 a m and evening service. First Methodist Episcopal offers Bible school at 10 45 a m and services at 11 00 a m 12 m and 7 30 p m with special music and classes through the week.
At First Baptist Church Corner Sixth and Spring the day begins with 7:45 Sunday School led by Dr. J. E. Stevenson, 11 a.m. worship on The Mission of the Church, 6:30 Young People's program led by Miss Hug, 7:30 p.m. evening worship on The Conversion of Saul with special music by Rev. Reynolds singing Fear Not Ye Oh Israel. Welcoming note from Rev. W. H. Gibson.
In a school ice rink game the Juniors defeated the Seniors 12 to 8 in the first Interclass championship match. The Juniors led late after close play, with Geddes Carpy and Reynolds among top scorers. the Seniors showed occasional speed but missed many chances under the Juniors goal. The seniors’ errors and rough play were cited, with coaching needed to improve passing and control.
Local report notes La Grande will field a high school basketball team and calls the development a source of pride. Attendance at the event was small but enthusiastic.
A 1908 notice from Acting Comptroller T P Kane orders an assessment of sixty thousand dollars on shareholders of The Farmers & Traders National Bank of La Grande Oregon to satisfy debts. Shareholders must pay one hundred dollars per share by December 19 1908. Walter Neidner as receiver is instructed to enforce liability by suit or other means.
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