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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
8
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Moseu Lorie a well known pioneer died at his Catherine Creek home at 11 o clock Brought up as a French Canadian he lived in the northwest since 1842 with the Hudson Bay company He settled in the county in 1864 and resided there He claimed to be 104 years old at death and left two sons Bretts funeral plans were not yet announced
The Western Federation of Miners placarded Portland, Feb 20, urging unemployed not to accept an offer by the Tanana mineowners for 2000 workers at five dollars a day plus board and travel. They argue that importing outside labor harms local workers and may trigger broader labor unrest.
Pendleton reports Dr J D Plamondon of Milton was arraigned and fined 100 for selling whisky without a license. He runs a drug store linked to his medical office. Previously in La Grande, Milton is described as a closed town in dispatches.
A grand coal freight from Rock Springs delighted the city as the Granda Ronde Cash company brought one of the finest carloads yet, signaling strong demand and fueling local business. The event, marked by rapid orders and brisk unloading, reflects robust regional trade.
Notice is given that Anna B Bay administratrix of John HW Rae Treen estate in Union County Oregon has filed her final account. A hearing on objections and the settlement is set for March 3 1908 at 2 pm in the Union County La Grande Oregon courthouse. Dated January 17 1908.
Local promo by Max Zilmareman announces deep sale prices across La Grande on its first Market Day. Merchants plan widespread price cuts on various wares to attract farmers from Union County, with multiple stores listing participating names and items for the event.
Petition drives grow for La Grande Athletic club park amid hopes of a quarter mile track with football tennis facilities. Autoists favor larger track for speed events. five acres could fit a quarter mile, but half mile needs ten more acres. City funding will determine size. solicitors urge personal subscription, current total around 400.
Prince Na wab Sultan Al Mulk Bahadur of Hyderabad heir to the world’s wealthiest principality arrived in New York after a world tour. He reportedly lost his mind on a train to New York while attempting to propose to Miss Marie DeAmbero daughter of the Austrian ambassador. A brain operation is planned in London.
Spokane, Washington reports a surge in robberies and hold ups. With a 50 member police force for a city of 100,000, officials consider an auxiliary alarm system amid graft allegations and possible suspensions.
Base ball men converge on Little Rock Arkansas on February 20 for the annual spring meeting of the Southern Baseball Association. Ban Johnson American League president and booster Reagar join guests from Southern League papers with Governor Pindall and Mayor Lennon invited. Social events at the country club and Marton hotel banquet hall planned with a trip to Hot Springs in the entertainment lineup.
Florida bankers from towns statewide gather in St Petersburg for the 16th annual Florida Bankers Association convention led by President T. T. Muroe of Ocala. Discussions cover currency famine and Florida fish and oyster industries. The delegates plan a Gulf excursion tomorrow and a banquet to close the event.
Students prepare for a forensic debate on the local option with pros and cons to be held tomorrow afternoon. Debaters are high school members with aides providing some preparation. A Washington program in the public schools and a tribute to George Washington's birthday are planned, with advanced students also presenting.
Governor Pennypacker of Pennsylvania speaks in Harrisburg on February day, expressing stronger support for male citizens than for the deformed or disabled, drawing reactions from lawmakers and the public.
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