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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Nov 21, 1908

Page

5

Local Items Reflect Busy Travel and School Plans

Local items show Hamaden and Mrs. Parker visiting from Kaane1d, Thanksgiving and teachers institute causing a vacation, and a move of La Grande teachers to Baker City for the eastern Oregon Teachers Institute. Several Elgin business men return home, while others head to Wallowa and Pendleton for work and meetings.

Rekulved Hem Wallowa al Hebier James H. Milnaugh Judge Knowles Ivanhoe Wallowa County John Graham James Masterson J. BR. Thorson A.P. Sprague Elgin L. Rayburn A. B. French la Grande Pendleton East Oregonian Mimnnaugh Waltown Mimnaaugh Mimnaugh James Beaver Walla Walla Walter Bunker Jimmie Wala Walls Butte Mont

Dentist Returns to Practice in La Graphe

After a forced absence, J. Stevenkon resumes practice in La Graphe Postoffice block. He cites 15 years of experience from Philadelphia Dental College and Northwestern Chicago. He states Le Grande is his permanent home and aims to provide his best service to patrons.

Philadelphia Dental College Borthwestern Chicago le Grande Locmte Eer

Big Ti Tonigh t in Masonic Service Draws Visitors

A third degree initiation at the Masonic lodge attracts many due to invitations sent to valley judges. Visiting brethren are expected to attend, heightening tonight’s significance and public interest.

Burglary at Owl Drug Store in Elgin Nets Cash and Whisky

Last night the Owl drug store of Elgin was entered and the cash till relieved of 10. In money and five cases of Springbrook whisky and two cases of another brain of whisky were taken. Eighty four bottles in all comprised the loot. Officers here were not shifted, but no clue had been found.

Owl Drug Elgin Springbrook

Weston in City Jail Over Disorderly Conduct

A. Weston recently arrived from Baker City is jailed after a disorderly conduct incident. He was fined ten dollars but asked to serve five days in the city jail after the punishment was imposed. Weston claims he carried germs of the disease into town.

A. Weston Baker City Eston

Current Topic club gathering at Cleaver home

The Current Topic club met at Ira G. L. Cleaver’s house with Mrs. Osburn assisting. Dr. W. D. McMillan led events and presented a paper on ae di Pa Ras a AEP he de by tie eihe ei Hams sang a duet. William Miller showcased a phonograph with opera selections as part of a varied musical program. Refreshments followed for 20 or more members, creating an intellectual social gathering. Paroless Dentistry offers expert gold work and children’s dental care in La Grande.

Ira G. L. Cleaver Osburn Great Lakes Gulf of Mexico W. D. McMillan Hams William Miller

Sugar Outlook Pleases Beet Interests in Washington Hearing

Western sugar men visiting Washington for a World revision hearing found the committee did not need their testimony today. Thomas R. Cutler of Utah Idaho Sugar left for New York as his views were already represented by other manufacturers. Sugar authorities express satisfaction with the outlook as topics prejudicial to beet interests appear likely to change. Deseret News.

Washington Thomas R. Cutler Utah-Idaho Sugar Company New Yorkt Hoon

Review of John Fox Jr and Mary Johnston Novels in Press

The piece surveys John Fox Jr and Mary Johnston as notable authors. It discusses Fox Jr's Strull of Un Lone Pine and Johnston's Lewis Band noting strong descriptive power and emotional depth. It mentions Johnston's health issues and years abroad shaping her writing prior to finishing Lewis Band.

UN Lonesome Pine John Fox, Jr Anorles Kann Kennedy Engushmnan Mery Johnston Lewis Band Mise Johnaton Lewis Itahid Sicily Dingland Sleiahipe

Texas at Steward’s Opera House Delights Baker Crowd

The Baker audience enjoyed A Millionaire Tramp at the Steward last night praised as clean and well acted. Nova Shelby starred as Texas Coy with Grace Lockwood as the English Lady Francis McKenzie. Laurae Sanford also impressed in a key role. Texas returns tonight at 9.

Barker Theater Texas Attenon Nova Shelby Lone Star State Grace Lockwood Allen St. John Laurae Sanford Francis McKenzie Kensington Hyde Park Thn & Mater Baker Poker City Herald Teras Steward’s Opera House Crutaln

Misa Brandon Draws Crowds at the Scenic Theatre

Misa Brandon draws large audiences with singing and dancing while her winning personality boosts theater appeal. The films entertain patrons and Blanch Bishop's standout blackface act remains a notable draw.

Misa Brandon Brandon Blanch Bishop

Pastyne Weekend Melodrama Offers Hig Own Son

Patrons are invited to a mélodrama impietures presented at the Pastyne this week end. Hig Own Son should appeal to lovers of this entertainment. Other films meet standards and illustrated songs by Ferrin and My. Bint provide additional amusement.

Hig Own Son Mr. Ferrin My. Bint

Patrons Praise Lyric Program By Parson and Baker

The Lyric offers two weekly changes and patrons say the show features excellent pieces including piotyres songs and vau devilles. Parson and Baker, proprietors, present what they call the best yet.

Lyric The Parson & Baker

Local lodge donates to women’s clubs for entertainment debt

The Odi Fellows lodge in La Grande gave $64 to the Neighborhood and Tuesday Musical clubs to cover entertainment costs from the State Federation convention. The grant follows a previous $65 gift by Pellows two years earlier to support similar efforts, acknowledging civic support for the event.

Odi Fellows Lodge State Federation Grand Lodge la Grande

Return to the Pulpit by Rev Gibson

Reverend W H Gibson of the First Baptist Church resumes preaching after four Sundays away. He is reported well and will address the congregation tomorrow morning.

W. H. Gibson First Baptist Church

Notice of Animal Impoundment in La Grande Oregon

Notice states on November 11 1904 I impounded several cattle at La Grande Oregon including a brown cow with R brand a spotted red and white cow a large spotted cow a white spotted yearling a brindle yearling steer all horned. Animals kept at the city pound under city ordinance. owner to claim within 10 days and pay costs as of November 17 1908 signed John W Wallinene Chief of Police.

Jarre la Grande Ofe Marie Vai la Grands John W. Wallinene

Notice for Publication in La Grande Land Office

Department of the Interior announces a public land notice from the U S Land Office at La Grande Oregon. The document directs interested parties to file claims or respond by a stated deadline and to review parcel descriptions and regulatory requirements.

Department of the Interior U. S. Land Office la Grande, Or

Notice of timber land proof by George C Kisell Portland

Notice is given that George C Kisell of Portland Oregon filed to prove final timber and stone claim No 02080 1% 2% NEY SEN NW BW NEM section 14 township south range 36 Ey W. The hearing before the register and receiver at La Grande Oregon is set for January 18 1909 with witnesses David C Brichoux Allen J Wedd H M Coolidge J T Williamson all of La Grande Oregon. F C Bramwell Register.

George C. Kissell Portland Oregon Sen NW Descri la Grande Ag Witnessen Davia C. Brichoux Allen J. Wedd H. m. Coolidge J. T. Willamson F.C. Bramwell Register

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