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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1910
Page
6
Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor arrives in New York for talks with local leaders to settle jurisdictional disputes among car men. A general Philadelphia strike is unlikely, but moral and financial aid may be offered.
The piece notes Chicago’s prominent female drama critic Wite as one of the best known figures in the field. It highlights her influence, reputation, and standing among peers in the theatrical community.
A production began in York City for four weeks and was subsequently moved to the Hackett theatre where it continued for the rest of the season.
The La Grande Elks Lodge No 432 celebrated its eleventh annual ball and banquet on Washingtons Birthday with about 65 couples. A 12 piece orchestra played terpes corian music, gowns were rich, venues decorated in purple and white, and a midnight banquet featured oysters ham and cake. Out of town guests hailed from Hot Lake Enterprise Baker City Imbler Summerville Joseph and others.
A major rehearsal is scheduled at the Elks hall tonight. Ladies at seven and gentlemen at an unspecified time. All who can attend are urged to participate to help assign state positions for the night of the performance.
New Haven Conn Feb 23 Billy Lush the professional baseball player who has coached Yale for several seasons resumes his duties today He has been coaching the Naval Academy basketball team and an attempt to secure his services for the Newark Annapolis baseball club failed to reach an agreement
The undersigned D Sommer as executor filed his final account in the Bertha Sommer estate in Union County Oregon. The County Court of Oregon fixed March 28 1910 at 3 PM at the La Grande courthouse as the hearing date for objections to the account final settlement and distribution of the estate. Dated La Grande Oregon February 25 1910.
A special Detroit Edison meeting in Detroit Michigan on February 23 plans to vote on a proposal to issue 3 million dollars of 6 percent convertible debenture bonds and to increase capital stock. If bonds are authorized, half will be offered to stockholders up to three percent of their current holdings.
The Chicago Daily News critic Amy Leslie praises The House of the Thousand Candles a dramatization of Meredith Nicholson's novel. The Garrick audience on opening night reportedly reacted with strong enthusiasm and many audiences are expected to respond similarly.
New York February 22 society gowned for the Logan Logan wedding at St Patrick Cathedral Marie Louise Logan daughter of Mrs John A Logan and Henri de Lincay the heir to a vast French estate. The ceremony linked two prominent families in an international alliance as guests praised the affluent groom’s heritage.
Notice states a final settlement and related actions are being presented. Details include parties involved and the court or authority overseeing the process. Deadline and filing requirements may apply for interested parties to respond or object.
Southern Pacific announces two excursion ticket options from Portland to Los Angeles with March 19 sale date and return within 90 days plus stopovers and inclusions. prices 40.60 and 80.40 with specific validation rules. Also notices appointing PARALL THORNTON administratrix of Calvin R Thornton and a bond election for Union County School District No 1 on February 26 1910 with 75000 debt for a new school, repairs and land purchase.
Williams elected clerk for School District No 1 in Union County Oregon as recorded by the board.
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