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About La Grande evening observer. (La Grande, Or.) 1904-1959 | View Entire Issue (Jan. 23, 1908)
EVENING CtUEKVER. LA GRAXDfc. OREO". TIirRSDAY. JANUARY M, 1B. PAGE FIVE. sr LECTURE Oil SfTEN PER CFNT OFF 1 THE STORE NOTED FOR BEST GOODS AT LOWEST PRICES hi i DGB1 PAUE&. B1IIIC FI r Vntill Febuary 1st I will give ten per cent off on cut glass fancy china silver ware carv ers and heating stoves. -v ! MRS. T-N. MURPHY X Headquarter for Holiday Goods. LCCAL ITEMS J. T. Williamson left this morning for Pendleton to transact business. A. E. Eaton of Union, Is In the city today transacting business. Attorney B. F. Wilson is over from Union toduy. George H. Sutherland, tho Walla Walla plumber, Is a guest with friends in La Grande today. D. Fitzgerald, proprietor of the La Grande Iron works, left last night for Dayton, Wash., to spend the re mainder of the week. Turner Oliver, a well known attor ney of La Grande, Is a visitor In the city to attend to some legal business. Baker City Herald. The Bridges Concert company re- last evening from t-iRin. turned last evening where It gave a delightful concert the evening previous. J. Belver and B. L. Leavltt of La Grande, were visitors In this city yes terday on business and pleasure. Ba ker City Herald. G. W. Donnelly of La Grande Is spending a few days in this city at tending to some business affairs. Baker City Herald. William Stringer, one of Union county's prosperous farmers, left last evening for Argonla, Kas., In response to a telegram stating that his mother is seriously 111. James Walnum has been transfer red from fireman on the helper at Telocaset, to, the Kamela helper en gine. He went to his new headquar ters this morning. The 12-horse-power gasoline en gine which Is to operate the electric generator In the N. K. West store light riant, arrived this morning and Is to be installed at once. Mrs. C. M. DeVere made a hurried visit to La Grande this morning. She arrived on No. 6 and returned to Pen dleton on No. 1. She and Mr. DeVere are temporarily located at Pendleton. Mill creek for several days has been furnishing a portion of the city- water. At this season of the year this Is only temporary, as a little freeze put Mill creek out of commls alon. Mrs. H. C. Stuart went to Walla Walla this morning to Join her hus band, who Is situated there. She has been visiting at: the home of her father, H. S. Massee, for Jhe past few weeks. The city charter will not appear on Henry Hlnehart Is up from Elgin today and Is meeting many of his friends. George Stoddard is In Baker City toriaj He may return on the eve ning train. Deputy Sheriff George Llndgren Is in Elgin today on matters pertaining to the sheriffs office. W. M. Qulnn, block signal service superintendent, left today for Port land to transact business. Andres Mulverhlll of Union, made proof on a commuted homestead this morning. Mac Wood, who has been confined to his home for several days with rheumatism. Is much better today, an'd if he continues to improve as he has been, expects to be able to visit the store tomorrow. A. V. Andrews, of the tailoring firm of Andrews & Berry, is In En terprise this week, where he Is ar ranging for the opening of his branch shop. The firm will carry a line of clothing and also do custom tailoring at their new place of business. The night police force found a man about 5 'o'clock this morning, who gave r-' name as Jim Connors, who in his k.underlngs got into somebody's stable and a horse either kicked him or stepped on him, cutting quite i gash in his head and otherwise in lured him about the breast. The wounds are not considered serlouB, John Baker is circulating a pet! tloh under the Initiative law, to sub mlt the question of dividing Wasco county In two, making Hood River the county seat of the new county. This matter has been before the leg islature for several terms, but Hood River people are taking a new turn at it this time, and If they secure a sufficient number of Blgners to their petition, It will be submtlted to the voters of the entire state. Dr. Seemann's lecture last evening on "Robert Browning," at tne res bytertan church,' was pronounced bs all who attended, one of the most de lightful Intellectual treats ever of fered a La Grande audience. The lec ture was delivered at the request of the Ladles' Neighborhood club, and Is the first of a series of lectures which the ladles hope to offer during the winter. The assembly was called to order by Mrs. W. L Brenholts, who In a few well chosen words set forth the object of the club In giving the lecture and Introduced Dr. Seemann. Dr. Seemann began with a high trib ute to the Neighborhood club, stating the club stood for all that was best and noblest, and then entered upon his subject proper. He described the works and motives of the great poet, dwelling upon the fact that In all his poems his effort was always to Inspire his readers with a high Ideal and the undeniable faith In the divine V. - t Tt 9 SPECIALS FOR ONE WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY, JANUARY 20 Every article advertised Is of the very best obtainable for the money and every state ment made in our ad Is carried out to the letter. Lotslimited so we advise early buying 50CTABLE DAMASK 37c Heavy double Warp Bleached or Unbleached Dot and Floral Patterns Standard 50c quality. Browning In his writings ever held up for consideration that redemption was certain and that all who read his poetry understanding were certain to receive enobllng Inspiration. At the close of his lecture the doctor read Browning's greatest poem, Saul," with comments and explana tions. The evening was made even more enjoyable by vocal selections by Mrs. O. E. SllverthOrn and Mrs. A. L. Richardson, and a piano solo by Mrs, Qulnn. Mrs. Qulnn accompanied Mrs. Sllve'rthorn and Miss Qulnn ac companled Mrs. Richardson. ELI TE1 OF 50 a 60c MENS UNDERWEAR 33c In gray, and Black and mixed, heavy fleece lined real good value, in sizes from 34 to 46. 16c UNDERWEAR 7c Childrens fine fleece ribbbed Vests and Pants, in gray, odd lots and sizes. Our regular sell ing price 1 6c. $10.00 S, $12.00 MENS SUITS W. B. $1.25 & $1.50 CORSETS 43c Odd lots in long and short hip models; Drab and Black without hose supporters, sizes from 18o 25. $3.75 CARPET SWEEPERS $2.99 Bissell's Grand Rapids Sweeper, in Oak, Rose, wood and Mahogany, none better made. Take advantage. . ' Cashmeres, Worsteds, Tweeds, sizes from 34 to 42, colors Black, Blue, Gray and mixed. One week only. ODD DISHES - 1-2 Price i Johnson Bros, best semi porcelaine white, big stock to select from, pat terns of the latest, and best design, $1.50 & $1.25 MENS SHIRTS 98c A large assortment in Mens Dress Shirts, being of the latest designs and patterns ate a bargain at 98c G.c ROAST PANS 43c Being of the very best quality of refined iron, good big size, they are exceptionally good values mm SOCIETY. Mrs Chester Newlln entertained a few of the girl friends of Miss Mar garet Porter last evening at her home on Main street. The house was pret tily decorated with red and white hearts. Each of the young ladles wu requested to write a recipe In a cook book, which the hostess provided, af ter which the guests were Invited to the dining room where dainty refresh ments were served. The table looked very pretty, being strewn with red hearts of all sizes..- The place cards t,i u.i. wre small red hearts to which were held on March 9. Mayor Richardson wero "'"" temi of which Is questioned from the be ginning. The heavy winds last night caused .lerable trouble to the "Western La Grande was a mecca for Women of Woodcraft last night. An Install ing team accompanied by other cir cle members, reached La Grande on the evening train from Elgin, and at the circle home in this city last eve ning was seen one of the prettiest in stallations In the history of the or der In this city. The Elgin Installing team of 14 members worked with pre cision that showed much skill and previous drill. Following the rites of the order came a feast at which La Grande cir cle members officiated as hosts In an able manner, and well along toward the midnight hour the delightful af fair came to an end. The visiting team returned to Elgin this morning. The officers installed in the local circle, Grande Ronde No. 47, are: Mary Ormond, guardian neighbor; Nerl Ackles, past guardian;. Bertha Cherry, advisor; Lizzie Elsworth, clerk; Alice Ackles, banker; Cora Joel, magician; Elsie Ackles, musician; Lou Sullivan, Inner guard; C. L. Son, outer guard. AGENTS FOR McCALL Wcand 15c PATTERNS The Stock Reducing Sale being over wa take this opportunity to thank the public for their liberal patronage and although stock taking we shall with pleasure take time to administer to your wants THE GOLDEN RULE Co. LA GRANDE, OREGON McCALL MAGAZINE 20c A YEAR The Eastern Oregon Trust & Savings 1 Lank THE BOY AND I ,.Viiri rori rlhhnns running to the d today that It was folly to at- . i,.'Min or or tne tauie. wnere a iair . . M Ahn.l np rnfl PBI V I - pi 10 a a i - ... ,,,, m,pr of glttAS UIJ5II v.w,iw..t' " "- lars-o red hearts. After refreshments were served, each young lady drew the large heart attached to her place .., mvtA fmrnj a nrnnhprv. the read- .i k Union Telegrapn company of whlch cauged Bre(U merrlment, inccu - Donovan, the line superintendent, has been in the mountains today repair ing breaks and righting difficulties. 'After this a tray filled with mysteri ous looking packages wrapped in white and tied with red ribbons, was kAfnr. Mla Porter, who. upon " , . UIOLCU v - . Those who came to La uranae m . ng them found mttny pretty Bnd evening from Elgin to attend the ln"' fu, artlcleg for ner new homes, nation of officer. Women of Those present were: Woodcraft here, are: Ona Smith, ear-1 M fet PoHeTt Bertha Walslnger, ah Tuttle. Bessie Pepper, Bessie open- ofcnV.mn. Manraret Newlln. cer, Hazel Patton, Hazel Smith, Maud LllMbeth Goeck. Mae Robinson. Mar- Gadls, V. Smith, M. tvans, c. Kunn Mo,na A,. M. Austin, H. Lefrlch and Mr. Hug. k,n, .a Maym. Beith. Clark A. Wagner, son-in-law of Sheriff F. P. Chllder. ts , evtor Jn the city witn a view w - - , Presbyterian well pleased with L ' A Ploamint Time, A happy hour was spent by the congregation and Sunday school of the First Baptist church last evening In tho Sunday school room of the new edifice. About 75 people, young and old, assembled and apparently forgot their ago and youth alike and blended In ono "happy hour" of mer rlment and rejoicing. The occasion was planned by the social committee of the church and was so pleasantly passed that all went away delighted, Innocent games were played, happy songs were sung and light, delicious refreshments were served. The com mlttee plan frequent repetitions of like occasions through , the passing months. .. . . i t.. ..4 la Wagner la a nrn-c.- - , .-lety. which was to have Grande, enouiu, .1 . t,. . . . ' v n itAiri at ini noma ui niv, k. .nr. In business here he win i w -Y- ----- has been iu """" ,.,.i.. .M.rannn - tfe SAT OH CIIU.J " ' " ' vndoubtedlr commana - - rtMMt UriyAr, public patronage. THE BANK BOOK. What many orators want In depth, they give you In length. ' A place for everything, everything In Its place. Franklin. '. J; You'll Pay With Pleasure should be Inseparable that Is, every boy should be taught to savi, even be fore he begins to earn. The younger the start the more they will save, and the better they will enjoy the habit of saving. We encourage thrift In the young, knowing that It leads to Independence and prosperity in middle age. Bank your savings with us, and watch them grow year by year. In this way your money will be earning money. OFFICERS: F. M. BTRKIT, President WM. MILLER, Vice-President GEO. L. CLEAVER, Cashier." T. J. SCROGGIN. Assistant Cashier. F. J. HOLMES, Treasurer. For tvery meal you eathers. It will be a combination of good food, good cooking and good ser- ' vice. Our restaurant is intend ed for people who appreciate gjod eating, also for people who like the good thing of life at a moderate cost. If you belong ta that cUss, com In and tee what we can do foi you. j The Model' Restaur J, A. ARBUCKLE, Prop. , $4.50 j i W asll weekly meal ticket for THE LEAD1NQ BUSINESS COLLEGE ELKS BUILDINO, PORTLAND, OR&O0I4 CONSTANTLY CROWING 1902- .190B 286 pupil 1906-1 906 .. 681" pupil 1903- 1904 587pupil 1906-1907 842 pupi 1904- 1906 485pupil Estimated 1907-1908 .1000 pupil H.W. BEHNKE. Pre. Send for Catalogue I. M. WALKER, Pr SHJgMWJAWaMM'VBMl WWWWVWWWJVWW)WWW ee)eeeeeeeee444$ Christian Campaign DAILY 7:30 P. M. SUNDAY iO, Hand 7:30 Central Church of Christ "V.-'-.J'"'---'--