Local items and social notes from La Grande
Attorney Robert H. Lloyd of Elgin visits the city on legal matters. Residents from Caldwall Idaho Baker City Hilgard Imbler and Wallowa county transact and visit. Milliner Miss Bertha Kelley arrives at Fair Store. Ed Reynolds heads to Corvallis for family and university game plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tpoccog
Robert H. Lloyd
Elgin
H. Grockham
Caldwall
Idaho
Lewis Turner
Baker City
Albert Kent
D. P. Newman
Hilgard
S. L. Brooks
Imbler
Bertha Kelley
Miss Kelley
Calender Tweaks Attributed to Julius Caesar
A fragment suggests Julius Caesar revised calendars to add days in some months to lengthen celebrations. The note implies early rulers faced pressure to extend time to suit royal or civic needs.
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Julius Caesar
Friendship Ceased Amid Tool Box Incident
A quarrel over a box of carpenters tools fueled tensions between two men after moving into a new house. One party recalls the friendship ending when the neighbor gave the speaker’s son a tool box, marking a turning point in their relationship.
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Gobang
Humorous Rural Dialogues Relay Odd Farm Warnings
Senator Hare recalls two Maine farmers meeting in a road to swap odd lines about keeping bosses content and turpentine gifts. The tale shifts to a Georgia peach and pigeon talk where one asks if the father quit whipping, the other says only the harm hurts him less. Also two short classifieds seek a house girl and a telegraphy trainee at W. U. T. office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Hare
Maine
Josh
John
Washington
Chandler Harris
Remus
Society Notes Highlight Mrs Pennick Visit and Luncheon
Mrs Hattie Eckiey and Miss Mollie Preabster hosted yesterday for Mrs Bessie Murray Pennick of Portland. Guests included Madame Ida Richardson and several former schoolmates. Later Mrs T G Scroggins hosted twenty six ladies for a pink and green themed afternoon luncheon with five hundred winner Mrs W Erickson and consolation to Mrs Rater.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie Eckiey
Mollie Preabster
Bessie Murray Pennick
Portland
Madame Ida Richardson
Mabel Esterling
Winns Wilkinson
Kate Hanley
Emma Snell Elta Russell
Edith Currey
Mar Warnick
William Prosbste
T. G. Scroggins
Wm. Erickson
War. Buren
Mrs. Houser Retires After Fourteen Years as W U T Agent
Miss Neil De Peatt arrives to take over the Western Union Telegraph office in the city as Mrs. Fred Houser resigns after fourteen years of service. Houser enjoyed a five month vacation and cited overwork as the reason for stepping down.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Union
Fred Houser
Houser
Neil de Peatt
WLU. T
Heusar
Sugar Factory Pays 200 Employees On First Payday
The Sugar Factory distributes pay to over two hundred workers on the present campaign’s first payday. This release injects several thousand dollars into immediate circulation, highlighting the company’s role as a steady employer and financial pillar for beet growers and workers alike.
Phonemain and Store Ad Promises 24 Hour Drug Service
An advertisement promotes a drug store offering 24 hour service via phone at Main 8-1. The copy claims quick delivery, reduced trips, value in emergencies, and best prices on drugs and goods from the New in Deus Company.
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Deus Company
Notice to Creditors of Lawson Bros Collection
All persons knowing themselves in debt to the late firm of Lawson Bros. are informed that all accounts have been placed in the hands of H. A. Warsow for collection for the benefit of creditors. All payments must be made to H. A. Warsow.
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Lawson Bros
H. A. Warsow
Island City Social and Travel Notes
Mr. Ed Kiddle left Monday night for Portland on a short business trip. A social dance occurred in Russe Hall last Saturday night. George Wahrs remains injured from football practice. A large delegation traveled by Saturday train as Island City High School rooters. Mrs. A R Hunter and children visited North Powder last Friday night. Mr. Hunter will join them Sunday and return Monday. Mrs. C H Bidwell returned Thursday from Portland and attended the State Federation of Women’s Clubs. Mr. Wm. Schroeder and family left Wednesday for Quincy Illinois via San Francisco to reside there. The family made many warm friends here who were sorry to see them go. A pasta resaved from Salt Laks Byid they were well and happy. a1
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Kiddle
Portland
Russe! Hall
George Wahrs
A.R. Hunter
North Powder
Hunter
C. H. Bidwell
Portlard
State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Wm. Kennard
Geo. Quimby
Island City
Wm. Schroeder
Quincy
Ill
Francisco
Dressmaking Service Advertises Patronage and Satisfaction
A local dressmaking ad invites patrons to enjoy sewing for fancy dresses waists and suits. Mes F. S Newer promises satisfaction and invites engagement at 212 2nd Street.
Holiday dinner surprise at our finest table
A playful invite promises a big surprise for holiday diners with perfectly cooked dishes and top service. The note promises an impressive four modestly sized checks at the end, and asks if we should reserve a table.
Jr. Arbuckle Prep Ween Day Sell Weekly ND Night
Jr Arbuckle promotes weekly and nightly specials at Thebes for 4 50 in Thebes. Local paper notes advertised prices and timing for the sale of goods.
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Geddes Bros
Porth Fir Street
G. D. Hagerty
WM. Smith
Carload
A. V. Andrews
CG. M. Humphrey
Polk Mays
Wallowa County
la Grande
Mary Aldrich
Waverly
H. B. Davidhiser
D. W. Hunsucker
T. K. Winston
Joseph
Ed Reynolds
Corvallis
Ralph
Jay
O. A.C
Reynolds
Multnomah U
Ogama
la Grande National Bank
Domino
Jester
E. M. Wellman & Company
Adams Avenue
Parra-Logan CO
Oregon
Adams Ave
Gali
Pan-Logan Co
Fairbanks-Morris CO
Bo Ouf Electrical Optical Department
Hamilton
Roesford
Waltham
Cail
O. M. Heacock
Jewler and Optician
Heidenreich
Bohnenkamp
Ore
Eastern Oregon Trust and Savings Bank
W. U. T. Office
ANLW
Spegal Meetings
E. B. Hayes
Presbyterian Church
W. W. Dial
Methodist Church
Union
Deal
Jolly Joker
Hulse
T.N. Murphy
Notie
E. Hackman
Phone Red
Cor
Adams Avanue
Greenwood
Schegrer
Geo. T. Parr
B_ SIMMONS
President
Secy
Mgr
Parr-Simmons Company
Grande Ronde Valley
Jefferson Ave
Greenwood St. la Grande
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