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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1911
Page
4
A short notice notes a sender entered at La Grande post office as second class matter, reflecting standard mailing classification for editorial items and ownership notices.
La Grande will host J. Frank Hanly ex governor of Indiana a prominent Republican who spoke at the Chicago convention placing Charles W. Fairbanks on the vice presidential ticket. Hanly renowned Methodist and political figure combines church work with public service in a notable career.
The Arcade Theatre presents two comedies this week along with Vitagraph’s Hungry Hearts and The Angel of the Slums. Lubin’s strong tale follows a girl seeking faith and a rescues effort, while Bunco Game at Lizard Gulch adds western comedy. Miss Stephenson contributes a noted song with music and effects. matinees daily.
The piece lauds a prominent orator likening him to Folk and Hughes and urging his July speech in La Grande. It traces his Indiana reform record and credits his influence, with references to Hanly’s era and Montana connections, including birth in Missouri and career milestones.
La Grande's railroad shops are described as highly efficient, ranking second to the largest terminal shops in the northwest. Skilled local workers, with homes in La Grande, earn wages higher than the average worker, and the round house and machine shops reflect the capabilities of division foreman J. H. Watson.
A listing of historical events and births tied to July 1, including Louis of Holland’s abdication in 1810, 1837 Chicago census, Gettysburg 1863, Canada acts in 1867, Charlie Ross case 1874, and mentions of notable figures like Paris Gibson.
The eighth Mikado locomotive, number 511, was tested today beside two new switch engines. La Grande shops handle full overhaul work now, finishing a difficult overhaul and sending engines back to service. Master Mechanic Will Ladd is on site as demand for power increases this month.
C R Blackwell of Minneapolis visits the Palmer mill in La Grande and voices high regard for its exact, on schedule operation calling it a model lumber plant. He notes no guesswork and urges locals to appreciate the institution.
The male chorus slated for Chautauqua will be absent due to members unable to devote time to practice. Prof Bridges had arranged an elaborate chorus with music and plans but insufficient rehearsal time forced cancellation.
Lulu M Kinney offers reliable references and hands on experience for roles as bookkeeper cashier clerk or general office worker. Phone Observer 7-1-2.
La Grande Oregon city council adopts resolution to form Improvement District No 25 on Chestnut street. It will include 12 foot cement walks on both sides from the alley north line A Adams to south line Jefferson. lot 18 block 115 and lot 1 block 114 Chaplin's addition are affected. Estimated cost 412.33 with a public hearing July 18 1911 and a special assessment to cover the work.
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