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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1909
Page
8
The program lists Selection L H 8 with orchestra Deliuate Affirmative featuring Lowell Williamson and Firhel e Krns as the negative Roy Schofield and Roy Rice. It also notes Selection L H 8 with quartet Vocal solo Ray Williams and Critic's report by Prof. G M Mickel.
A Union Oregon mayor writes to correct misstatements about the newly adopted lid ordinance. He explains the law bans intoxicating liquors, restricts under 21 entry to cigar shops, and bans Sunday activity, but does not apply to grocery stores. He notes two thirds of the council support enforcement and invites correction.
Bargains in furniture offer a solid oak bedroom suite at half price from $60 to $25. Center tables and other items advertised at low prices, with rugs and mats in multiple sizes. See 8x10 and 12x14 tints and mats priced around 20 to 30 cents, with additional selections available.
La Grande selects a committee under Mayor Hall to pursue a national Abraham Lincoln memorial. Members include Mrs Poutot, Elton Crem Mowers, T Crawford, W Watson, L Ros EVill, Rev Father Whete, and others. funds raised via small memberships. The Oberiver will report further actions and records will be engraved at the Farm association HQ.
In La Grande high school a program on the debate question should La Grande have a new high building drew interest this afternoon. The discussion centered on the need for a new facility and its benefits to education.
Enthusiastic audience greets Elder Bird as he expounds Paul’s Eph 4 7 stressing that God’s grace reaches every individual. He highlights Christ’s love in the gift of Jesus and the Lamb of God and invites all to evening meetings in the Noble building on Adams avenue.
J. J. Carr purchased the J. W. Scriber home at corner Washington and Fourth from Frank Phy trustee in bankruptcy for J. W. Scriber. Bids earlier were rejected as unsatisfactory. trustee valued the property at $5000 and that amount was paid. Deal completed this morning.
Salem announces July 20 as the date for a Willamette Valley exhibit at the Seattle exposition. The Salem board of trade plans a large demonstration to mark the event and promote regional participation.
Sunday school at 11 with preaching at 12 and an evening service conducted by Elder Bird at the Noble building on Adams avenue.
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