Grand Opening at The Gate with Free Continuous Performance
The notice proclaims a grand opening and closing tomorrow at The Gate. It promises continuous performances and bargains on the Glide, inviting the public to attend and enjoy a free show.
La Grande Evening Observer in La Grande, Oregon
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1908
Page
8
Gate access interest stated by L. M. Parsons
The message notes that the party seeking first opportunity on the gate should call again, referring to L. M. Parsons.
Old soldiers recall muskets and a flag tale
A campfire gathering of veterans recalls episodes from the rebellion. William Grider, a recent arrival from Kentucky, brings a historic flag to Union County and recounts how it came into the camp's possession, the tale told with vivid detail as the flag waves over army headquarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herolam
Acta
Wmn
Grider
Union County
Kentucky
Man Carried Battle Flag At Vicksburg All Day
Grider and comrade Sirmus engaged during the height of the fight at Vicksburg. Sirmus fell. Grider seized the flag and bore it over the wounded for the remainder of the afternoon. That night he kept the flag in his quarters and has held it since. Grider is father of William Grider Jr of this valley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vicksburg
Grider
Sirmus
Thia
William Grider, Jr
Thia Valley
Goddess of Liberty Parade Heralds Jean McDonald Ride
The Goddess of Liberty parade features Miss Jean Mc Donald riding a gold and white float with flower girls and maids of honor on white horses. A Colonial court accompanies George and Martha Washington as dancers perform the minuet. The mayor bans fireworks between 9 and 12, with arrests for violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty
Jean McDonald
Stella Oliver
Ruth Russell
Netta Kiddle
Naomi Kirtley
Jeanette Smith
Nell Grimmett
Stella Hunter
Zoe Bragg
Lena Billings
Misa Billings
Imbler
George
Martha Washington
Delivery wagon accident leads to arrest and trial
An unhitched team caused a runaway on the main thoroughfare. T. H. Nelson, driver of the Grande Ronde Meat Company wagon, was arrested by Chief Walken under an ordinance prohibiting unattended horses. A trial is scheduled for tomorrow with fines from 10 to 60 dollars. Also notice: a gentle family milch cow for sale at 1417 Washington Ave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grande Ronde Meat Company
T. H. Nelson
Walken
Protests Over Baker City Baseball Umpire Call
In a letter to Grant Lincoln, manager O'Brien protests a Baker City game. He describes a disputed third inning foul ball and a force on second base, arguing whether a fair ball and a bunt on strike should apply. He praises the team as delivering a swell exhibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Lincoln
O'Brien
Baker City
Rice
la Grande
Baker
Fournier
Johnnie
Gobbiers Feed Tonight Regular LO. O. G. Meeting
The LO. O. G. holds its semi monthly meeting tonight with a program on inflation and a spread. All members are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LO. O. G
School Board Meeting Approves Furniture Contract
All members attended the regular session led by President Bay. The board accepted Miss Helen Vehrs’s resignation. no one elected to fill the vacancy. They authorized a contract with Davis-Kaser of Walla Walla for all school furniture at 957 dollars after 12 bids. Sherwood's Electric Theater opens tonight with The Imperial Canal and Mansville's Feat <<note: original text provided includes typos. summary reflects clear facts>>
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
President Bay
Helen Vehrs
Miss Vehrs
J. L. Slater
Davis-Kaser Company
Walla Walla
J. T. Wolf
Sherwood
Imperial Canal
Mansville
Aleo Fine
Also Mentioned on This Page
People’s Store
Opera House
Oregon
A. T. Hill
L. M. Parsons
Blue Mountain House
L. A. Livingston
New Management
FING
Goddess OF Liberty
ESSON
Washington Ave
Heacock’s
Eve
Acton
Jack O'Brien
Gobbiers
Oregon Fire Relief Association
J.W. Olliver
la Grande, Or. Gov
RED Cross Drug Store
A. C. Maclennan Propr
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