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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1909

Page

5

Local notables depart on brief trips and earnings report

Mrs. Wm. Coughanour of North Powder and many townsfolk travel to nearby cities for short visits and business. Roy Logan heads to Nyssa for a few days while A. C. Palmer goes to Telecaset. The group includes Frank Harris to Elgin, Mr. and Mrs. Cochran to Alice, J. B. Cherry to Wallowa, Walter Spencer to Minam, and others. Snow lies 12 inches deep with ice over the area as travelers return from Starkey after three days.

Wm. Coughanour North Powder Roy Logan Nyssa A. C. Palmer Telecaset Frank Jackson Union J. A. King Hot Lake Frank Harris Elgin Samuel Cochran Alice J. B. Cherry Milton Wallowa Walter Spencer Palmer Lumber Company Minam W. H. Hawley Sumpter Tmbler C. E. Strong The Scenic Boise A. B. Conway Enterprise Beker City J. B. Davidhauser Joseph Alicel G. W. Ruckman H. O. Alkine J. H. Alkine Gunnison Colo R. J. Ruckman Walla Walla George Ruckman F. A. Reavis Enterprise Bank Grande Ronde Hospital Mr. Fueher Starkey

Judges in Dre Trouble at Apple Show

Spokane November 17 The Western National Apple Show judges face difficulty comparing Washington and Oregon fruit from different districts. High altitude irrigated orchards produce uniform size and good shape but lack the rich color of lower altitude non irrigated apples. Judging began today with many visitors. few exhibits arrived from outside the region. The bloated show, largely local, is expected to award prizes to Mtiver apples measuring about eighteen and three quarters notes in circumference.

Spokane Washington Oregon Buich Columbia Sésho Monten

Wall Paper Bargains At Collidge Paint Store

Advertisement notes wall paper bargains at O. F. Collidge's Paint Store located at 1314 Adams Avenue urging readers not to miss the opportunity and to call for a demonstration of discounts.

O. F. Collidge’s Adams Avenue

Social greetings and club events in South La Grande

Society circles announce gatherings as the Current Taple Club hosts at the Miller and Kirk homes on Friday evening November 19 1909. Daughters of the Wood plan a Blue Mountain Boys event at the Huntington home Thursday night and Mrs N Molitor hosts the Afternoon Kaffea Klatch next Friday afternoon.

William Miller M. C. Kirk Taple Club South la Grande Daughters of the Wood M. B. Church Blue Mountain Boya A. C. Huntington N. Molitor

The Shadow of Shasta at Pastime Shows Tonight

Fine Show at Pastime presents The Shadow of Shasta a top western comedy drama from the National Stock Co. last performance tonight with four acts and special scenery. It recalls wild frontier days and promises entertainment beyond the price of admission. Tomorrow night offers Finnegan's Fortune.

National Stock Co Shadow of Shasta Yosemite Valley Bolton Santa Barbara Finnegan

Iowa Dairy Convention Opens With Notable Attendance

Cedar Rapids hosts the thirty third annual Iowa State Dairy Convention as it runs over three days. Attendees view many fine specimens of dairy breed in the exhibition, reflecting Iowa’s standing among states in dairy farming.

Cedar Rapids Iowa

Uniform law sought at Utica savings and loan meeting

Utica New York November 17 a meeting of the New York State League of Co operative Savings and Loan Associations aims to codify current statutes into a uniform law. Backers say it is much needed and will have the support of the state Banking Superintendent.

Utica N. Y New York State League of Co-operative Savings and Loan Associations

Papke Pursues Ketchell Rematch for Light Heavy Title

In Kewanee Illinois on November 17 Billy Papke hunts Stanley Ketchell. He offers to fight Ketchell for the light heavyweight crown if Ketchell cannot continue in the middleweight division. A substantial side bet is proposed.

Kewanee, Ill Billy Papke Stanley Ketchell Ketchell

Oregon summons for divorce in Union County

Mary E. Koyl sues Clifford Koyl in Circuit Court. He must answer by six weeks from October 22, 1909. The case seeks dissolution of marriage and custody of minors Ila, Chester, and Irvin Koyl. Published in La Grande Weekly Observer per Judge J. W. Knowles order.

State of Oregon Union County Mary E. Koyl Clifford Koy Oder Ila Koyl Chester Koyl Irvin Koyl J. W. Knowles la Grande Observer

Grace McAlister Remains Teacher and Manager

Grace McAlister profile notes she serves as teacher and manager, associated with Telephone Farmers 1976 and PHYSICIANS. The entry highlights professional roles and organizational ties.

Grace McAlister

Colton Quote on Eyes and Speech

A Colton quotation asserts that men are born with two eyes and one tongue so they may see twice as much as they speak. The saying reflects a view on restraint and perception.

Colton

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