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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1908
Page
4
The notice outlines the state primary election in Withington, naming Levy Ankeny in a contest. It reports City of Haines plans to erect a 41506 city hall and describes broader labor and municipal activities expected one week from the stated morning.
Brigadier Beott Girard, head of a state suicide bureau, swallowed 50 pellets to induce death after coaxing a man named Polen to refrain from suicide. He described visions of his wife and hellish imagery as he recited the ritual that led to the self harm.
Cal real inventor Leonari Lane plans to complete a new airship and test a steer ing gear and speed apparatus of his own design, hoping to earn merit and challenge Count Zeppelin.
A board meeting discusses opening an exhibit hall and plans for commercial displays. Officials describe potential irrigation work, a schedule for tonight, and a review of exhibits including fruit and other items. The discussion covers supervisorial actions, venue readiness, and future arrangements for the fair’s activities.
The Amalgamated Sugar Company expects to begin factory operations in this city during the early February window, aiming to process beet deliveries from the valley. Diggers receive a few days' handicap due to the high cost of reigniting factory fires after startup.
The Coliseum skating rink hosts a Labor Day ball described as the season’s second chance to attend. Admission is 60 cents for gentlemen, free for ladies, with 10 cents for gallery seating. Management promises a pleasant event for all attendees.
After years with Attorney J. D. Slater, Jeartine Clark starts a public stenographer service in the Foley-Roesch building formerly used by Ethel Gulling. Laura Green has temporarily managed the office during Gulling’s absence. Clark will take full charge after this week with Green remaining for private work.
A severe dust storm hit the Imber area drawing out La Grande residents and campers along the river. Clouds of dust paused briefly for a shower, leaving many homeward bound looking like mud pies. Union residents reported escaping the storm entirely. A September 24 rumage sale by Baptist ladies was announced at the Slater building.
The ladies Aid of the Bapth church will meet with Mrs. H P Lewis on Wednesday afternoon September 2 o'clock. A full attendance desired.
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