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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1909
Page
1
Rogers Graydeal aged 2 died after eating cheese causing poisoning per doctors and a lack of post mortem. The funeral was held at the Brodka home in south La Grande after a morning burial.
The article describes a local board of control meeting with members including Mr. Geddes and mentions his election to the executive board from Oregon. It cites a convention resolution supporting a wage and policy stance, notes discussions on price setting for goods, and argues that more independent retailers benefit both merchants and consumers.
Portland marks the opening of the great Rose show with President Taft pressing the button from Washington. The city buzzes as thousands fill the streets and decorations glow. Mayor Lane proclaims a civic holiday, with a formal banquet and a Home Coming Day parade scheduled.
Commissioners travel from La Grande to Enterprise for a railroad rate hearing. The hearing involves railroad attorneys and Wallowa shippers represented by local counsel. The event centers on county transportation policy and rate matters, with officials from La Grande coordinating the session.
New Orleans dispatch reports a dangerous pier collapse at Mandeville, a Lake Ponchartrain resort on the seventh shore. Nineteen people perished, mostly men and children, as the pier loaded with excursionists gave way under heavy use. Ten bodies were recovered and hundreds were saved by lifeboats after the Margaret plunged into the water during a run.
Early voting in Portland’s municipal election is reported to be very light suggesting a victory for Joseph Simon Republican according to State Senator Albert Independent and Judge M G Manly Democrat along with two other candidates.
A large crowd of young people traveled from Wallowa to Joseph for a baseball fan excursion yesterday. The group boarded the train back home after the game but some delayed the return, creating confusion and an improvised plan to ride again.
County Grange sets a picnic at Geo Miller's farm in lower Cord on June 2 with 43 men and women invited. The event features Miller's orchestra and a grand parade with special program elements arranged by district leaders.
The New Directory from The Pucite States Telaphons Com pany lists listings by street and address in Portland. Mrs J D McKenig is named in the caofia, with business notes to be announced tonight.
A report describes the construction of widened Macadam roads including a new 14 foot wide path to support two heavy loads. It notes ongoing grading after a trench and a second stretch of road is to be built, with location yet to be announced and a gravel river crossing completed.
The City Council accepted the grading and parking work on the courthouse grounds under supervision by contractor Chathys Taal. Frank Leavitt departed for Portens to visit relatives and attend the Rose Festival.
The case involving Cigere and Anderson was dismissed by District Attorney Otvanhoe on grounds of insufficient evidence. The court noted no valid conflict. Anderson was awarded $50.00 for furnishing cigars to jurors during deliberations.
A local post plans a memorial for a veteran at 2:20 PM tomorrow with a funeral from the Christian church. Commander Maulk orders a post meeting at 2:00 PM at the post hall and the W.B.C. will gather then.
Taxpayers of the city petition J H Watson to run for school director, listing eligibility and terms. The document notes the petition is filed by residents and mentions a need to determine candidacy and placement on the ballot.
At seven tonight the annual businessmen supper and follow up meeting at the Medel restaurant will host close to 50 attendees. A. S. Geddes will deliver the main address after returning from the national grocers convention at Portland. The event aims to boost local business ties and promises a lively, educational program.
The Observer notes Rev. Ford Ellis has returned to Lincoln to receive diplomas and marry his Tune birds. A letter from Ellis describes his journey from Tancola Nebraska to Oregon apple references and plans to return, with travel across the Pockids and familiar midwestern landscapes.
The Taylor Stock Co has drawn heavy criticism for Fighting Hope at the Pastime. Tickets go on sale at the Pastime box office from 7 until closing. Tonight at 8 20 the company opens My Uncle From Japan, a new funniest comedy.
Janes Hallgarth of Elgin has been engaged to pitch for Joseph for the coming season. He has shown strong form for Eastern Oregon State Normal this year and comes highly recommended by Joseph ileratd.
Jasper Fuer of Balem relocates to La Grande with family to buy property and establish a permanent home in the valley setting.
A case over ownership of North Powder lots is before the elicedit court this afternoon. Numerous North Powder residents, alongside principals George Lee and J. B. Carroll, are listed as witnesses.
Charles Craig of Red Oak Iowa arrived in La Grande Saturday and has already secured a lineman position with the Independent Telephone Company.
Miss Della Rayburn leaves for Portland to serve as queen of the Portland Rose Festival for La Grande. She will ride on the La Grande float in the Spirit of the Golden West parade next Thursday evening. The Commercial club plans an outstanding float and her grace is expected to elevate La Grande’s standing in the pageant.
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