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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1910
Page
8
A list of discounted apparel and accessories with bulk prices includes men and boys clothing such as suits hats gloves and shirts. Notable items show Boys’ Suits at 3.48 for 10 and 7 OW en underwear at 1.25 with dramatic markdowns across pants hats ties and gloves.
A Seattle laborer prostrated by the heat is reported as a Western heat wave spreads across the Willamette valley. Temperatures hover around 90 in much of Oregon and Washington with record highs in Seattle yesterday and cooler relief expected today.
The county responds to the fair committee’s hard work and excellent soliciting. The narrative notes broad countywide support and appreciation for the effort and dedication shown.
The Enterprise News Record notes a caller will visit A C Miller's office to hear residents speak on the fair, while many offer special cash premiums that may sway contestants and open their eyes to the opportunities available.
H H Brill and his son narrowly escaped injury when a wood wagon overturned on a mountain road to La Grand this morning. A brake block failed and the heavy load spilled wood but the men leaped clear in time without harm.
The side splitting comedy opened at the Airdome last night and kept the audience roaring. Notable cast members include Miss Reta Gibson and Mr. Tom Post from La Grande and Mr. Synd ny of Portland. Belasco reportedly leads an exceptionally strong stock company in Eastern Oregon.
The ordinance requiring property owners to remove weeds will be strictly enforced, announced by J. W. Waldou, chief of police.
The Farmers' Union picnic planned for Union on July 16 is postponed due to a busy season and the La Grande Chautauqua. Leaders say farmers won’t attend two large events the same week and will announce a new date later. John W. McAllister will travel to Pendleton to confer with the state executive board before a new picnic time is set.
An eighty acre farm with forty acres of fall wheat expected to average 35 bushels per acre is offered for sale if taken now. The crop will accompany the property if sold immediately. The owner, C. R. Reckley, can be seen on the place until July 18.
Bids may be received any time on or before July 19 for the general merchandise stock of goods at Allcel belonging to the bankrupt estate of B. F. Webb. Stock and inventory are available for examination by appointment with the trustee CHAS PLAYLE at Alloall.
Detroit hosts the Elks grand lodge as twenty thousand members gather for the convention. The city, dry yet welcoming, decks itself with lights and preparations for a massive parade led by Michigan, drawing Elks from across the nation.
Horseshine Bang Development Company promotes Horseshine Bend Idaho as the state’s coming industrial center as railroad construction expands Payette rigg. The ad touts coal mining milling lumber farming fruit growing and livestock with shipment and payroll prospects. Request booklets from C B manager at 405 McCarty Boise. Also ramsey warehouse advertises Lambert cherries at four cents per pound.
An old advertisement claims hair aging can be reversed with Parisian Sage by A. Newlin. It touts guaranteed growth, dandruff cure in two weeks, and scalp itching relief, featuring a Buffalo, New York maker and a 50 cent bottle.
Party leaving before August 1 1401. Corner 6th and N. Second hand furniture offered at curbside sale. Items include chairs tables and a dresser. Pickup only and cash payment preferred.
The Ladies Aid Society of the M. E. church holds restaurant privileges on the Chautauqua grounds during the eleven days. They expect to net a neat sum for the new church building and will serve regular meals along with bread coffee tea and milk to campers. They prepare to feed a large crowd tomorrow and each day.
The City of La Grande Oregon adopts Improvement Districts 1 2 and 3 and outlines boundaries from Adams Jefferson and surrounding streets for sewer work. It estimates total cost at 7178008 and schedules a July 15 1910 hearing to discuss the levy and assessors.
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