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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1911
Page
7
A brief narrative describes a transaction that ends with the money returned. The events shape Mrs Ward as she learns about herself through an unforgettable lesson, revealing personal growth and conscience.
Coming Attractions presents two distinct shows at Steward Auditorium including Ben Hur and Juvenile Bostoniana under Miss Delia Crowder. The event features school performances and a varied lineup across May dates, announced by the company.
Della Crowder Miller, a talented reader, will perform Ben Hur under high school management on May 9. She impersonates up to twenty distinct characters, drawing audiences with her versatile readings. She has appeared before large audiences in thirty states and in England, Ireland, Scotland and France.
Por ter Emerson wne presents The Spendthrift described as a vital drama of today at the Steward May 11. The play follows Richard and Frances Ward a couple living in luxury while Ward struggles to earn enough to sustain their opulent lifestyle. Frances borrows money from a dubious benefactor causing Ward to confront a collapse and a renewed resolve to rebuild from the bottom.
The Clever Juvenile Bostonians, a well equipped troupe from the Modern Woodmen Lodge, arrive for Steward on May 16 and 17. J Cosgrove praises their talent, notes their own scenic studio in Seattle, and highlights top costumes, new musical numbers, and twenty trained youngsters under a prominent New York vehicle.
Porter Emerson Browne drama The Spendthrift presented by Frederic Thompson at the Steward features Doris Mitchell. The play probes domestic extravagance and earned attention for its strong cast and artistic staging.
The district covers La Grande with four top vote recipients to be invited as guests of the Observer at the Rose Festival. Voters listed include Eva Cotner, Frankie Combs, Irma Martin, Mildred Stephenson, Nutter, Alice Brown, and others with vote counts ranging from about 4,954 to 34,676. Additional names and addresses line the sheet.
In Union county excluding LaGrande the top four vote getters will join the Observer at the Portland Rose Festival. Names include Zella Robertson Hazel Van Housen Frankie Peebler Jennie Carbine Eva Wilson Agnes Hansen Bess Kelly Nellie Conrad Neelin Mayes Ruth Hart Birnie Chatti Violet Russell Bethel Pula Keefer Stella Arnold Etta Wooddell and Bell Herford among others. The district also lists totals per candidate.
Various organizations announce weekly or biweekly meeting times at venues in town. BP La Grande Lodge No 433 meets Thursdays at 8 pm in Birk's club, with H J Ritter and H B Coolidge listed. Woodmen of the World Las Grande Lodge No 189 meets second and fourth Saturdays at K P hall. Rebekahs Crystal Lodge No 0 meets Tuesdays in LO 0 FP hall. Knights of Pythias Red Cross Lodge No 27 meets Mondays in Castle hall. Hope Chapter No 18 C B C holds second and fourth Wednesdays, with Carrier Hunter and Mary A Wardick noted as officers and inviting visiting members.
M W A La Grande Camp No 7703 meets Mondays at the I C C F hall with visiting neighbors invited. E E Daniels and Ed Heath, Clerks. Women of Woodcraft Granaa Ronde Circle No 47 meets first and third Thursdays with visiting members welcome. Carrie Robbs G M Lizzie Ellsworth officers.
Advertisement touts Lean Chamberisin's as a reliable finiment for sprains bruises sore muscles and rheumatic pains sold by all dealers promotes its usefulness as a general remedy for common ailments with period advertise tone.
Local readers learn how appendicitis begins and practical steps to reduce risk. The guide covers common warning signs, when to seek care, and everyday habits that may help prevent complications.
The top three candidates by total votes win San Francisco trips at the Observer's expense. The next four in ranking receive hotel and entertainment packages in Portland and Gearhart Park, with options for music lessons or college scholarships. Subscriptions determine vote counts, with extra votes awarded for paid arrears or advance payments on both the Evening and Weekly Observer.
The notice extols prizes that are educational and invites participation in a nationwide contest. It highlights experiences in Portland Rose Festival San Francisco NA E A meetings Columbia River recreation and ocean hotel life. It urges studying music at home or in college and learning to mobilize friends for support.
The Newlin Drug Company at A. T. Hill's drug store offers a free Appendicitis book and asserts they test all drugs to ensure purity. They emphasize protecting customers from poor quality medicines and guarantee their products are correct.
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