Local notices and editorial notes from La Grande
The La Grande Evening Observer lists subscription rates and policy on signed articles. It notes advertising rates and local notices. It also cites Spokane Chronicle on women-led construction and Great Northern train dispatching by telephone improving service between Minneapolis and Seattle.
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Great Northern Iity
Minneapolis
Seattle
Spokane
Troy
Mont
Leavenworth
Seattle disputes over apple show location and city growth
The article notes Seattle opposes moving the National Apple Show from Spokane to an Eastern city, arguing the show benefits visitors to Pacific Northwest orchards. It also reports Tacoma expanding to 110 square miles after annexation, listing city areas for Portland Spokane Seattle and larger rivals, then recounts a horse race where a braggart finished last while the honest trainer prevailed.
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Seattle
Spokane
Washington City
Pacific Northwest
Conventiona Committee
Seattle Chamber of Commerce
Tradt
Northwest
Tacoma
United States
Portland
New York
New Orleans
Chicago
Philadelphia
Census begins 1909 Manufactures and Mines survey
The United States Census Bureau starts the 1909 Federal Census of Manufactures Mines Quarries Petroleum and Natural Gas under Chief Statistician William M Steuart. About 1800 agents will be employed. all answers are confidential and not published by establishment name.
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Washington, D. C
United States Census Bureau
William M. Steuart
Statistician of Manufactures
Durand
Act of Congress
Bureau of the Cereus
Pioneers Association Approves Lake Washington Home Plan
The Washington State Pioneers Association approves a Lake Washington home on land donated by Mr. and Mrs. John J. McGilyra funded by a $20 000 bequest from Sara L. Denny. Construction will be concrete basement and brick upper floors, with completion expected by next June.
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Washington State Pioneer's Association
Lake Washington
John J. McGilyra
Sara L. Denny
Misdemeanor Penalty and Census Instructions Cited
A legal note outlines penalties up to 1000 dollars fine or two years in prison for misdemeanors. It also describes census data collection actions, confidentiality assurances for manufacturers, and schedules covering 1909 calendar year with special agents processing forms and fieldwork details.
Farmers May Profit Week at Oregon Agricultural College
In Corvallis Oregon during Farmers Week starting February 14 a program of lectures and demonstrations will offer hundreds of dollars to farmers. Experts will present vital science based guidance from morning to night with ample time for questions. The first College Poultry Show on Friday will display top flocks and prize winning birds from across the state.
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D. A
Corvallis
Oregon Agricultural College
Withycombe
Alumni Plan Arch Gateway At Oregon Agricultural College
The Alumni Association of Oregon Agricultural College considers building an arch at the main campus entrance and creating a campus directory listing addresses and locations. They emphasize unity and seek support from graduates statewide and current students to make these improvements a reality.
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A. C
Auumni Association
Oregon Agricultural College
Corvallis
Analampus Directory
Cadets to Build Armory Interior Conduit and Rooms
Oregon Agricultural College cadets will accelerate armory interior work by trench building under a new agreement with contractor Erickson. Erickson, who finished the armory, also has contracts for the central heating plant and will gain a conduit and a series of rooms, a large gallery, and minor details in return.
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Oregon Agricultural College
Erickson
Air
Ericson
Drama at Steward Tonight Heads Strong Touring Co
Arthur G. Alston brings a robust touring company to Steward tonight for As the Sun Went Down starring Eatha Williams. The cast includes Dodwin Walter, W. A. Whitecar, Arthur F. Chatterdon, Phil Connor, Arthur W. Heatley, R. F. Sullivan, Wm. Sexton, Jenny Dunbar and Flora Byam in a production praised as one of the season’s strongest.
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Geo D. Baker
Arthur G. Alston
Eatha Williams
Old Cross Roads
Dodwin Walter
W. A. Whitecar
Arthur EF. Chatterdon
Phil Connor
Arthur W. Heatley
R. F. Sullivan
Wm. Sexton
Jenny Dunbar
Flora Byam
Marga
As the Sun Went Down Heads to Coast Tour by Lee-Lash Scenic Co
Miller and other notable figures are cited as part of a long touring production. The Lee-Lash Scenic Co of New York supplied scenery and was directed by W. F. Hamilton, ex-Hamilton and Moses. Alston, the manager, promises a top tier show after the year begins with a Pacific coast leg.
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Lee-Lash Scenic Co
New York
W. F. Hamilton
Hamilton & . Moses
Pacific Coast
Alston
Waiters and Murray to Perform at Scenic This Week
La Grande theatergoers will be entertained by Waiters and Murray at the Scenic for a full week. The duo will revive old-time favorites and aim to spark laughter, continuing a run after their yearlong presence nearby.
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la Grande
Waiters & Murray
Ed Imlay to amuse audience all week
The article notes Ed Imlay will entertain audiences this week and the boys will know Irish Mike. Miss Dolan Lilly from La Grande has sung in Portland theatres the past summer and will perform illustrated songs with an orchestra as another feature.
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Imlay
Mike
Dolan Lilly
la Grande
Portland
Christian Revival Opens At Local Church With Full House
Evangelistic meeting at the Christian Church opened strongly last night with a packed crowd. The minister spoke on Am I My Brother's Keeper as the choir and Mrs. T. J. Scrogzin drew praise for musical mastery. Services continue tonight with The Great Question as the sermon topic and Whiston Tone man leading Wednesday. For rent a nine bedroom furnished house with bath at Corner Sixth and Spring Streets, phone 2981.
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Christian Church
T. J. Scrogzin
Whiston & Toneman
Stuka
Spring Streets
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LA Grande Evening Observer
George H. Currey
Ae United Press Telegraph Service
Ally
Glee Yaily
Sca
Spokane Chronicle
Tniman
Women With
Enterprise
Chesaw Commercial Club
Apecial
Tate
Osent
Willamette Valley
Prof
Cole
Kent
Scudder
Pernot
Jackson
Boquet
Powers
Bridewell
Peck
Bradley
Steward
Steward Opera House
D. H. Steward
Zetha Williams
Jay van Buren
LA Grande National Bank
LA Grande, Oregon
United States Depository
George Palmer
F. J. Holmes
W. J. Church
F. L. Meyers
W.M Pierce
Ret Miller
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