Nelson ancestor inspires modern star of stage in Gerda Nelson
A long profile traces Gerda Nelson as the twentieth century likeness of Nelson family lore, defying Old World norms and pursuing stage glory. It notes her London scrutiny, Stuyvesant Theatre debut, Belasco offer, and plans to tour while maintaining ties to her British heritage and Nelson relics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Gerda Nelson
Braham
Nelson
Hamilton
the Idler
London
Stuyvesant Theatre
New York City
America
David Blasco
Miss Nelson
Viscount Bridport
Duke of Bronte
Gerda
British Museum
L. F. Abbott
Lady Hamilton
Miranda
G. Rommey
Notice to Contractors for La Grande High School Bid
The Dis circuit School Board of School District No 1 La Grande Union County Oregon invites bids by 12 noon May 23 1910 for furnishing material and erection of two story steam brick high school building plus fire plumbing heating and ventilating. Bids must include 1 percent certified check. board may reject any bid. Plans and specs at the office of architect Newton C Gauntt. Deposit $109 to reinstate plans if taken. Address bids to School Clerk La Grande Oregon. Arthur C Williams secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Disciet School Board of
la Grande
Union County
Oregon
Monany
Newton C. Gauntt
Arthur C. Williams
Their Worries and Different Views on Women
A fragmented snippet discusses women’s attitudes to marriage and independence with feisty exchanges. A line notes an official photographer for the rogues' gallery, humorously suggesting the subject’s discomfort with posing and the photographer’s role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rogues’ Gallery
Pires
Easter Hats Bloom In Dry Season Parade
In a lighthearted note, locals remark on an exceptionally dry season and marvel at the unexpected abundance of Easter hat styles. The playful exchange highlights community cheer and fashion zest amid unusual weather.
Audience Audition Meme Notes Stage Hope Dialog
A humorous exchange about seeking a stage role includes a performer asking for a position and another noting three divorces as part of their experience. The brief vignette plays on unconventional resume items as a gag.
Bargains Farm and Orchard Land Near Summerville
Several acreages offered near Summerville including 80 acres improved and 65 under cultivation for 3000, 10 acres 1-2 miles from Summerville for 6500, 40 acres improved with 3 miles from town for 3000, 100 acres improved with 40 under cultivation, 60 acres adjoining Summerville with fruit or alfalfa potential and irrigation. Also 240 acres well improved under cultivation, 160 acres with 30 acres bearing orchard and 30 acres new apple orchard plus 100 acres pasture at 18000. Terms on application. Choice stamp land suitable for fruit industry within 3 to 6 miles of Summerville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Summerville
Notice of Final Settlement for Estate of G A Bloom
Helen Bloom administratrix of the estate of G A Bloom deceased files final account with Union County Court. Court fixed May 1, 1910 at 2 PM in La Grande Oregon to hear objections. Dated April 18 1910 at La Grande Oregon. Ivanhor Army for Estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Bloom
Union County
Court House
la Grande
Oregon
Helen B. Bloom
Batate
G. A. Bloom
City Seeks Bids for Beaver Creek Pipe Line Telecommunication
Sealed bids are invited at the City Recorder’s office for a permanent telephone line along the Beaver Creek Pipe Line right of way from the intake to La Grande. Bids must include five percent bid deposit and be filed by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 38th, 1910. Plans and specs available at the City Recorder’s office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Recorder
Beaver Creek
City of
la Grande
D. E. Cox
Chautauqua tickets stored with treasurer for subscribers
The Chautauqua tickets will be placed with the treasurer W. R. Jones and kept at Boh nenkamp & Company's store where all subscribers may call and secure them. BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
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Chautauqua
W. R. Jones
Bohnenkamp & Company
Board OF Trustees
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Frederick
St. Elmo Company
Leo Franciseco
Hdna Earl
St. Elmo
Mss Nelson
LA Grande Inv. CO
H. P
Surrey
J.B. Whiteman & Son
Elm Street
Waters-Stanchfield Produce Co
Adams Ave
N. K. West
WM. Miller
T. J. Scroggin
H. B. Coolidge
Ass't
United States National Bank
N. K
J.L. Caviness
A. T. Hill
HB. Coolidge
T. J. Scroggin C, T. Bacon
Frank Oconley
Ivanhor
Army
Eastate
Florsheim
C. C. Penington
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