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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1911
Page
8
A committee of ladies gathered funds yesterday for an invalid girl at Hot Lake. Those seen were glad to assist for a cause deemed worthy and worth supporting. The money supports care at St. Vincent's hospital in Portland.
T J Scroggin reports at a Portland bankers convention that the country is in good shape and business conditions have greatly improved since a year ago. He notes ample money, cautious investment, and expected gains in the money market with legitimate business thriving. The gathering featured strong social ties and a notable annual spread.
The annual convention for the North Carolina Good Roads association met in Winston-Salem on June 18 with delegates from nearly every county. Sessions will continue tomorrow.
Former La Grande man Charles Anderson, now farming near Wendell Idaho, sustained a severe leg injury after being kicked by a horse. The broken leg shattered the bone, with doctors delaying setting the fracture for a week. He is expected to be unable to walk for about six months and receives support from friends during the busy farming season.
Seattle Modern Woodmen drill team wins inter mountain championship leads delegates from Oregon Washington and northern Idaho on the way to Buffalo for the triennial head camp. R W Foster of the C B Q guides the party aboard the Denver train with J W Simmons and Billett among attendees.
Erle Pennsylvania hosts the annual district convention of the Catholic Order of Foresters over two days. Delegates from Pennsylvania and Ohio attend the event.
A Lapford farmer dreamed of a pit in his field and saw a stranger digging by lantern light. The digger fled when confronted. A maidservant reported a quarrel with her fiancé who planned to meet her at 2 am to reveal something, now found beside a grave with a huge knife.
In a western militia encampment a clerk married at home faces ration disposal problems. A fellow soldier jokes about his meat as the first man remarks on understanding the sins of war after a brief tasting.
Muggina spots a dead dog in a ditch and declares to his companion that another shipwreck lies ahead. He notes the bark is lost forever as the pair press on.
Bessie and Minnie discuss Carrie Dyer pressing questions about marriage proposals from Frank Barnes. Bessie recalls he asked twice, Carrie asks if he asked once, and Minnie reacts with disbelief to the impertinence.
A moneyed man dismisses a promoter scheme while an unnamed promoter persists. The exchange underscores skepticism about the venture as reported by Amateur Stage.
A aphoristic note likens wisdom to water that flows from heights to depths and is kept by a humble person. The passage blends reflections from the Talmud and a quote about sharing secrets.
The bank’s June 7 1911 statement shows assets totaling 1 011 962 95 including loans 629 942 75 overdrafts secured 1 550 75 U S bonds 72 000 00 other bonds 15 214 78 real estate 4 000 00 due from banks 75 013 66 reserves 95 990 00 and deposits 893 161 81 while liabilities total 1 011 062 95 including capital 100 000 00 surplus 100 000 00 undivided profits 6 405 22 deposits due to banks 5252 55 and other items. The cashier F L Moyers swears the figures are true.
The document records the 13th day of June 1911 with J R Oliver as Notary Public. It also notes a correct attestation by Fred J Holmes, W J Church, and Co. Pennington as Directors.
Heavy traveler demand forces No. 6 to operate in two sections this morning. Final departures from Portland draw Rose Festival visitors and delegates from meetings gathering in the city.
A. D. McCloud, Portland merchant tailor, has purchased a half interest in the Wardrobe tailoring establishment. He has moved his family to La Grande and is located at First and Grandy. Mr. McCloud comes to La Grande well recommended.
The Grande Ronde Meat company adds a new refrigerator and foto equipment and improves the interior of its Adams Avenue market to enhance display and service.
Lost, strayed or stolen two 2 year old colts branded 6 upside down on right shoulder. Notify J. W. Spencer Union.
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