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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1909
Page
8
A massive set of true bills is reported by the grand jury with sixty nine true intensions and two not true, as the panel discloses notes on prison safety and county office efficiency. It notes improvements for building fire protection, window security, and janitorial needs, while highlighting a case of inmate violence and the need for safer confinement.
A windy day at the gun club drew shooters including Wisner, Helmekamp, and Zweite as top marksmen, while newcomers Apter and others joined to form a new club presence. The day focused on practice rather than competition, with veterans leading the way as new faces joined the scene.
SC Spencer arrived this afternoon from Elgin to attend circuit court proceedings.
AC Warren sues Cow Peli Lumber Co for 25000 alleging fraud and mis conduct during work on mine property. Attorney for plaintiff is Sliver and AL Johime. Defense by Stine Name and Chara. Case involves similar charges against Fred Minx and Tom Maxwell for stealing coats. Defendants share surnames but are not related.
Mrs George Carpy was informed by telephone today at noon that her nephew has died. The message arrived as relatives gather and await further details.
Mrs. John Gadell of Salem reports her son Gordon Goodell died this morning at about 10 o’clock from consumption. The 20 year old had suffered years of illness. The family, once in Alaska with father Hon. John Goodell a U S commissioner, moved to Oregon after a miller climate suggestion. They visited Salem in February and returned to Salem to remain. Remains go to Grants Pass for interment alongside two sisters.
Aer Shyfter notes the hotel since 1990 has not paid expenses since the auditorium annex was built. The annex attracts most fashionable patrons, leaving the old hotel unprofitable and likely headed for closure.
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