Committee to Revise Premium Lists Schedule Tomorrow
A committee will meet here tomorrow afternoon to accelerate work on premium lists as the older edition has already been revised.
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1909
Page
1
Eastern Oregon District Fair1 Premium List Revision
A special committee meets at 3 pm at the Commercial club to secure copy for the premium lists for the Eastern Oregon district fair to be held in La Grande. The revised list adds at least 500 in special prizes with dead matter removed. Members arranging premiums include J B Reynolds William Miller and C O Ramsey and efforts aim to engage Bob Withy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eastern
Oregon District Fair Association
la Grande
The
Fair Commission
J. BE. Reynolds
Win. Miller
C. O. Ramsey
Bob” Withy
Peat Masters Weigh Distribution of Premium Mets at Caton Station
Combs of Caton station, a peat master, focuses on distribution of premium Mets as the keynote of the affair. The meeting centers on the motive and aims to secure support. Mac Wood learned today that Mr. Withycombe will come, and a strenuous effort is promised to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Combs
Caton
Withycombe
Mac Wood
Wiycombe
John Collier Named Delegate to National Irrigation Congress
The State Merchant Protective Association of Oregon has named John Collier of this city as a delegate to the National Irrigation Congress in Spokane August 9 to 14. Collier serves on the association’s executive committee and will represent the Merchants Association of the State. The congress is billed as a major event with leading figures including President Taft expected to attend. Also noted is a report of excellent fishing in the area with fine strings of fish caught locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Merchant's Protective Association of
Oregon
John Collier
National Irrigation Congress
Spokane
Collier
Merchants Association of
Irrigation Congress
United States
Taft
Washington
Charter legal say the buyers
The charter lawyers note a few minor errors in the buyers communication. They identify corrections needed and urge prompt revision to ensure compliance with the agreement. Local officials await final version for signing.
Beaver Creek Water Project Charter Declared Legal
Attorneys for eastern bond buyers report the special charter election last month satisfactory and the Beaver Creek municipal water project is legally watertight. The American Light & Power company notes minor clerical errors that can be corrected, while Rush Construction is urged to proceed with the $146000 project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaver Creek
M. K. Hall
American Light & Power Company
Rush Constructon
La Grande Triumphs In Long, Sensational Baseball Game
La Grande won a dramatic in city game that stretched into a long innings, delivering a memorable, high energy performance. The contest drew fans as both teams battled through a tense finish.
Bradley's Heroics Lifts La Grande In 16 Inning Thriller
A historic 16 inning game at Lincoln playgrounds between Elgin and La Grande drew a small crowd but delivered intense action. Bradley's timely hitting and solid defense kept the drama alive through extra innings, with late misplays shaping the nearly three hour marathon. Nelson and Auburn pitched all game, with standout moments including Bradley's decisive hits and a series of extended at bats and defensive plays that captivated local fans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradley
Bingle
Lincoln Playgrounds
la Grande
Elgin
Ty Sac
Nelson
Auburn
Klein
Aubern
Woods
Proe
Childes
Pattin
Christiansen
Towners
Childers
Halgarth
George
Auborn
Stoddard
Christlangen
Duboi
Thomas
Kooser
Sigat
Graham
Center Garden
Towner
Bittie
Rise Halte
Linebarger Funeral Rites Held at Henry & Carr Parlors
Oscar Linebarger was laid to rest this afternoon from Henry and Carr undertaking parlors. Rev S W Seemann officiated at the Odd Fellows cemetery. Remains arrived the previous evening from Salem after the demise occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linebarger
Oscar Linebarger
Henry & Carr Undertaking
Odd Fellows
Rev
S. W. Seemann
Salem
Indies Catholic social at Mrs Roesch home
The Indies of the Catholic church host a social Wednesday evening at 1604 Fourth Street the residence of Mrs Julius Roesch. The event invites attendees to gather for fellowship and community activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Indies of the Catholic Church
Julius Roesch
Fourth Street
Harvest Week Signals Cherry Crops Ready for Market
Harvest time arrives as orchardists prepare to pick cherries. Binders have begun work and headers will start this week, marking peak farm activity as farmers and dealers gear up for the market.
Sweet Peas Sought at A-Y-P Union Day Plans
Mrs Ivanhoe calls for aid shipment to be made on Saturday. Sweet peas are wanted at A-Y-P for Union Day activities. Local organizers urge timely delivery of flowers to support the event.
Union County Day at Oregon Building Draws Enthusiasm
Mrs. Ivanhoe leads preparations for Union County Day with a call for sweet peas to decorate the Oregon building. She urges La Grande and county delegates to attend next Tuesday, with support from William Hall. An informal reception will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Oregon building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ivanhoe
Union County
Oregon Building
Collies
Commercial Club
Collier
Mey
la Grande
Oregon
Second Calhoun Trial Starts
In San Francisco on July 19 attorneys for both defense and prosecution announced readiness as jury selection begins. Calhoun, a traction magnate, is charged with attempting to bribe John Furey, a former member of the old holding board of supervisors. Fifty jurors were summoned for examination starting immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Calhoun
Traction
John Furey
Old Hoodling Board of Supervisors
Talesman
Lace theft case sent to jury in Gingles trial
The case of Elia Gingles, a lacemaker accused of stealing lace, was given to the jury today after sensational testimony that shocked the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ciicago
Elia Gingles
LAW AND ORDER LEAGUE ORGANIZATION MEETING
A mass meeting was held after services to form a law and order league aimed at enforcing the local option law. Rev. C. E. Deal presided with W. L. Brenholts as secretary. committees on policy and program were named for a Sunday mass meeting to finalize the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Th Baptist Church
Tabernacle
Central Church
C. E. Deal
W. L. Brenholts
Supeme
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Honoi
Wim Wild
Congress
Charter Legal
City Charter
Carrent
Hooper
Pele
Amon Aya Pean
St Louis
Gingles
LAW and Order League
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