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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1906

Page

8

Amusements cast list features Belmont football captain Merrell Childers

The list includes Jay Reynolds Tubal and Merrell Childers as Belmont football captain, with a cast of familiar names such as Portia, Nerissa, Jessica, Shylock’s ward, and other residents referenced as Servants, maids, and family members in a stage or social event.

Duke of Venice Edward Carbine Antonio Roy Goodnough Bassanio Portia Vern Hendricks Gratiano Carl Gilliland Shylock Jay Reynolds Tubal Belmont Merrell Childers Launcelot Gobbo Shylock Arlie Bay Edgar Pickler Don Scott Portia Naomi Williamson Nerissa Grace Hopper Jessica Mance Cotner Abbie S. Threedive Elizabeth Bunnell Polly Portia Elizabeth King Antonio Lottie Howard

Local visitors noted in city records and sightings

Walla Walla visitor G C Miller and Joseph resident J D Walch were seen in the city. Wills of Alice was in La Grande, Proctor handled legal business in Elgin, and McCully of Wallowa traveled to Ind. Tucker from Island City and Johnson from Pendleton were in town. Nester and Kalley of Baker City also visited. Al Ray, injured at Wallowa, is improving. Turner Oliver returned from Portland. Ivanhoe, Republican nominee for district attorney, transacted business in North Powder. Marchant of Venice costumes arrived, and the Eastern Star children will attend next Wednesday’s chapter event with elaborate entertainment plans.

Recorder Proctor Elgin D. McCully Wallowa Ind W. L. “Tucker Iland City A. Johnson Penicleton ey _ P. Nester Wr. Kalley Baker al Ray Turner Oliver Portland Col F. S. Ivanhoe North Powdar Venice The Eastern Star Clispter

Hidden Sewer Ride Ends With Horse's Feat

A La Grande teamster rode his horse to a city sewer for a Sunday drink. The horse refused, toppled the rider, and the man landed in the street. The horse then fed on nearby grass while the rider clawed himself free and recovered. Witnesses say the horse appeared to enjoy the accident more.

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LaGrande National Bank Designated Depository for Government

The LaGrande National Bank announces its designation by the United States Government as a depository for government funds. The notice thanks patrons for past support and pledges to provide the best service possible in the future, signed by L. Meyers, cashier.

LaGrande National Bank United States L. Meyers

Union County Treasurer Calls Warrants for Payment

The Treasurer of Union County Oregon announces funds on hand to pay all county and scalp bounty warrants presented and endorsed before May 1, 1902. No interest will be paid on these warrants after May 1, 1906. John Francey Treasurer of Union County.

Union County Oregon John Francey

Ladies Aid Society Hosts Evening of Entertainment

The Presbyterian church Ladies Aid entertained members and friends with an organ solo by Mrs Clara T Lyle, vocal solos by Miss Jean McDonald and Mrs A L Richardson, and a panto mine. readings and tableaux were praised, with social frappe and wafers served.

Ladies Aid Society Presbyerian Church Clara T.lyle Jean McDonald A. L. Richardson Portland Miss McDonald Hutchinson Grace Mayhew Mesdames Kirk Oliver

Pleasant Business District Restaurant Serves Varied Dishes

In the heart of the business section a restaurant invites business men and ladies to enjoy wholesome food. The cookery is best, service quick and courteous, with daily changing dishes to prevent monotony and promote health. Visit to test the merits of their cuisine.

La Grande to notify property owners over sidewalks and paving

The city recorder is directed to notify east side abutters on 7th street from M to P and Woutting property on both sides of Depot street from Jefferson to Fourth, for sidewalk construction. An ordinance to improve the street and avenue by grading and paving with crushed rock will be proposed at the next council meeting. May 16 1906. LR Snoox, Recorder.

City Recorder City of la Grande 7Th. Street Grande Oregon Snoox la Grand

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