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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
4
La Grande Evening Observer lists Currey Brothers editors and proprietors with United Press Telegraph Service. It outlines subscription prices for daily, weekly, and six month periods, and notes classifieds rates, including display ads and notices. It states no publication of nom de plume articles and urges signing letters to avoid disappointment.
The Pendleton Tribune notes the late Dmatilla Morrow fair as a success but discusses moving the pavilion for more space. It argues the fair relies on convenience for attendance and warns moving away from Main street could weaken participation and risk failure.
The article notes steady poultry prices with an average of 34 cents per bird year round in Union County and urges study of current market data to reveal the industry's hidden revenue potential across the region.
After weeks of prayer for rain, the northwest received copious showers over the past week. Despite some dry spells in parts of the state and Washington, the season typically brings moisture and the recent downpours are cause for relief and rejoicing.
The Pas time theater faces an overabundance with three complete film programs. One program will be shown each night for the rest of the week. The issue highlights tonight as the only advertised showing. Two features are strong numbers and a new film will join the lineup each night.
Bank examiner Claud Gatch said he would complete his report on the Farthern & Traders National Bank and send it tonight to the comptroller. The comptroller will decide to reopen the bank or appoint a receiver. depositors are expected to recover their funds dollar for dollar.
An all community meeting invites men to organize a La Grande city league. Attendees will select players form three balanced clubs, elect officers, and set schedules. Mr. O'Brien aims to form the city league, secure uniforms, and prepare for out of town contests starting Wednesday.
The rummage sale announced by the ladies of St. Peter's guild for Friday and Saturday October 16 and 17 has been postponed due to lack of suitable room. It will be held as soon as room is found and the new date announced.
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION Department of the Interior U S Land Office at La Grande Ore October 5 1908 John Kisell of Vancouver Washington has filed notice of intention to make final timber and stone proof to establish his claim to lot 1 NEY NW NW NEY section 19 township 36 east range 36 E W M before the register and receiver at La Grande Ore on December 21 1908 Witnesses named David Brichoux La Grande Ore John W Maitland Vancouver Walsh Chester A Pike Vancouver Basil Lever Port Watchman not fully listed
Mary E. Swauger administratrix of Emanuel Swauger deceased files final report in Union County Court Oregon. Hearing set for Monday November 2 1908 at 2 PM to hear report and objections. Mary E Swauger administratrix dated October 94 1908.
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