Observer Brace Dennis Editor and Owner
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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
Jun 29, 1911
Page
4
Sewer Pipe Controversy Prompts Council Revision Call
La Grande city council weighs whether 80 inch pipe should be used or if 24 inch pipe is better citing possible non standard 30 inch pipe and limited suppliers. editorial urges re examination, proof of pipe standard, and public interest driven decision for best value and community welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Lake
Spo
Kelsey
la Grande
Kelaty
Council
Sutherland
Slim Jim's Last Chance at Arcade Theatre
A melodramatic western showcased in Kalem’s eee OP film shown at the Arcade Theatre. Local patrons anticipate frontier action and rugged heroism in this silent era feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slim Jim
The Commonweal’s Ailments and Social Healing
Communities, like men, suffer from financial strain and stunted growth. They face feverish haste and business torpor, disharmony, and constant enemies of progress. While individuals seek medical help, communities need doctors of civic health to diagnose and treat collective ills.
Experimental Farms Aim To Educate Bend On Farming
Bend area advocates installing an experimental station to teach newcomers farming in Eastern Oregon. Union county already runs a leading farm near Union, but interest remains low despite proven methods expanding profits. Farmers Day last year drew few attendees, yet the demonstrations proved valuable to owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bend
Union County
United States
Union
Oregon
La Grande advances on hard surface paving plans
A cautious city approach shows La Grande taking a decisive step forward with paving plans while property owners in various sections express mixed sentiment and await a potential second wind next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Grande
Governor West Ties Past to Prisoner Policy Debate
The item recalls Governor West and his Railroad Commissioner years including a habit of testing railroad ties with a hatchet during cross country hikes. It references how past actions may influence views on handling roled prisoners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Paved streets and cement sidewalks shape future rentals
The speaker imagines a future where newcomers evaluating La Grande rentals focus on location quality, specifically paved streets and cement sidewalks, as key criteria for housing availability and desirability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Grande
Abductor and Teacher Calls for Harsh Punishment
A controversial statement in the article urges extreme measures against an abductor and teacher of a new whim. The author opposes the paper's stance on capital punishment and expresses a strong, sensational view about hanging the offender until death.
Celebration planned in La Grande with aviation meet
Organizers in La Grande announce a large celebration with an aviation meet scheduled for July 8 and 9. The event invites the public to join in the festivities and to attend the Chantau rua ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Grande
The Easier Choice in a Pedestrian's Dilemma
A concise look at the pedestrian’s decision in a simple choice between two options. The fragment raises questions about ease and practicality, suggesting a focus on daily life decisions rather than grand claims.
Route to the courthouse crowded with Sixth Street path
Residents discuss routes to the courthouse with many choosing the Sixth Street option over Fourth Street as traffic and congestion influence their preference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Fourth Street
Sixth Street
King Erricus of Sweden Claims Sorcery Powers
Public confession by King Erricus reveals he is a sorcerer and magician who owns an enchanted cap said to control winds. Subjects believed the cap gave him power, with crowds exclaiming the king wears it during storms as reported by the London Mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erricus
Sweden
London Mail
Not Carrying It Irishman Accident Joke
An Irishman explains he avoided a week off after an accident because he had no insurance policy to claim. He left the policy at home in the bureau drawer, prompting a friend to ask why he did not stay home longer.
Phrase for talking shop found in old clerical note
Coakley seeks a synonym for talking shop and jokes that tangerial emporium and hair cutting parlor could fit. Catholic Standard and Times presents the witty exchange as a quaint lexicon moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coakley
Catholic Standard and Times
Explaining It Htram Posey Mercy Society Gossip
A Milwaukee News snippet quotes Mrs Posey Mercy gossip about society women at a swim event. It notes women dressing to swim and men like Mr Posey O course Jerisha and discusses social competition among attendees.
Jokely Reports Batch of Seraplane Tokens Returned
Jokely claims all seraplane tokens he sent last week were returned. Boggs asks about success. Jokely responds that every token came back, noting a full return of the batch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boggs
Lippincott
Aldermen at Large Question in City Sparks Banter
In a quick wits exchange, a resident asks about aldermen at large in Pittsburg, while a native retorts with a sharp line about vaudeville. The brief item captures a moment of municipal political curiosity and local color in the period paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Puck
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