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About La Grande evening observer. (La Grande, Or.) 1904-1959 | View Entire Issue (Feb. 23, 1916)
THE OBSERVER BRUCE DENNIS, Editor and Owner. Bntered in the . Postoffice at " U ; Grande, Oregon, as second claw : matter. ; ' SUBSCRIPTION RATES. . Daily, single copy .' j Daily, per week Daily, per month ' Daily, per six months in advance J3.60 Daily, per year in advance . ....7.tw DaUy, by mail per year, in ad- vance .uu Weekly Observer-Star, per year in advance Advertising rates on application. Ad copy for display advertising must reach the office the day before the ad appears. Address all communications to THE OBSERVER, 1710 Siath Street. LET US ALL USE JUDGMENT pected from the Irrigation congress that meets , in Salem on March 9th for the purpose of drafting an initia tive bi'l to be put up to the people in Nrwemher. For severrJ week prominent Portland people heve been working to formulate a bill which will ; permit the state to bond itself for the purpose of establishing credit for the improvements mentioned. When we speak of our "dormunt" credit we might leave out the word rocks monttus ago this company was one of the last to cut wages, and through the extremely dull times when lumber was a drug on the mar ket by careful manipulation of what market were left it managed to keep a goodly portion of its force at work. At times there is no doubt that the company would have been ahead fin ancially if it hadshut down ita plant, but the desire to keep the wheels mov ing, to be ready foe the business when . 1 1 .;4lt alnriak 1 rrti'A dormant. Credit is never dormant. came, coup.su -:r To be unused, as Engineer Cupper what employment was possible to the puts it, only means that the. stat.i men associated .n therk of mann has a credit. Men who ask for no;ficUiring lumber,, kept the mills run- credit .always have plenty but men ,ho play with it continually are the men whose paper is considered que tionsvble. . A very good way for this common wealth to do is to use sparingly of the thing which she most needs to keep in tact credit. .We are condemning no cue for big ideas in the way of development; neither do we wish Ore- We see by the state press that a Kon to be rated as a backwoods state, gentlemen from Salem has entered the j but we shrink from the plan so far contest for national delegate to the outlined and seriously question the Republican convention on the platform i advisability of placing upon Oregon "Roosevelt." 1 an indebtedness which will not be paid There are many of us in Oregon until the second and third generation, who believe in Roosevelt thoroughly, However, we will gladly hear more but at this particular time we ques- J from the men who tove this gigantic tion the wisdom of placing Roosevelt j undertaking in charge. delegates in the field. J . This is a year when calm judgment CHILDREN IN INSTITUTIONS. must prevail or President Wilson will, A investigation by a win with ease. , u is no wu vi . v . , Roosevelt man to begin making loud noises; but rather is it a time for de liberation of an earnest nature. According to many Progressives Justice Hughes is the proper man to nominate this year. Hugres' nomin ation will not bring up the old fight, nor will it cause tie conservatives to feel they are ostracised. : Very many Progressives are for Hughes, but should Colonel Roosevelt be named by tihe national convention after due deliberation, they will give him the most ardent support . At the present time it is regrettable New York charities commissioner has home out the statement frequently made by sociologists that children cannot be reared advantageously in institutions, however "well managed. For the welfare of the .infant, a mother's care is the most important factor. Of course, efficient institu tional care is preferable to poor care in a home, but the hest tfliat an institu tion can provide falls far short of what can be done by intelligent par ents, or foster parents. In the formative years before adolescence an institution fails most lamentably. Children need constant that the old fight should be brought ;porsona, supervbion with a keen eye up over Oregon's delegation to thejfor ;ndividual requirements Beyond nationrJ convent.on, and it is also re- they rcquire ft measure of per. trrfiM that some of the conserva-' , n. .l tives have already filed on places in the delegation and refuse to aee the light. So there you are. A very delicate situation. In fact a situation that may force a fight within the Re Dublican ranks between Progressives and Conservatives, a thing wfhich if possible to avoid with honor at 5 this time should by all mean be' avoided. THE STATE'S "DORMANT' - CREDIT. sonal affection. Also, it is the child least capable of inspiring love whs needs it most. .The state, and charity, face a big problem in providing for dependent children. The system of placing child ren in private homes as speedily a3 possibly has been proved to be the best, and, although the initial expense pof investigation and inspection is "re latively heavy, in the long run thi home system is cheaper. Percy A. Cupper, assistant state engineer, is credited in dispatches I from Salem, with urging the "use . of the state's dormant ereditf' to re claim arid lands, drain marsh lands and establish a system of farm credits in Oregon. Engineer Cupper's interview is an advance story of what may bo ex- PALMER COMPANY WAGE INCREASE. In advancing the pay roll of its workmen over 11 per cent, the George Palmer Lumber company again con vinces not only the employes but the general public, of its disposition to be fair and equitable in all its trans actions. When business went on the 1 MEMBER FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM OF BANKS THE FEDERAL RESERVE" BANKING SYSTEM, OF WHICH OUR BANK IS A MEMBER, IS THE BEST BANKING SYSTEM EVER THOUGHT OUT. THE MEMBER BANKS HAVE PUT 187 MILLIONS OF GOLD INTO THE U. S. TREASURY. ON THIS GOLD THE GOVERN MENT ISSUES MONEY. WE CAN GET MONEY WHEN WE WANT IT BY TAKING OUR SECURITIES TO OUR DISTRICT FEDERAL RESERVE" BANK ' YOU CAN GET YOUR MONEY WHEN YOU WANT IT WHEN YOU ARE A DEPOSITOR IN OUR BANK. LET'S DO BUSINESS. COME IN. BANK WITH US. La Grande National Bank LA GRANDE, OREGON Capital (200.000.00 Surplus (50,000.00 Bmootvm (1.000,000.00 Fred J. Holmes, President F. L. Movers, Cashier C. C. Penington, Vice President E. Zundel and H. E. Coolidge, Assistant Cashiers. Fred 7. Holmes C C Penington A. Blokland ' DIRECTORS. J. G. Snodgrasa H. S. Brown ton A. T. Hill J. F. Conley F. L. Meyers H. E. Coolidga rung, ana annougn wre, : was ireduced that deduction was not as great as in some plants on the coast. . ' i - With a voluntary advance of over 11 ner cent, in the wage scale all around new life -is bound to appear in the saw mill work here, and very likely other mills in ' Eastern Ore gon will follow the example set by the Palmer people with a net , result Chat hundreds of thousands of dollars more money will be expended for labor during the coming spring and sum mer. La Grande rejoices today at the recent appearance of the business out look, and that rejoicing is greatly amplified and accelerated by the wage increase just announced. The University of Oregon has U sued a bulletin on "Markets for Po tatoes" which should be of interest to all potato raisers .in Oregon. It is compiled by the school of commerce of the University and shows a systematic research system in arriving at the conclusions set forth. Another bulletin on Chinese eggs will tell one a great deal he did not know on the egg business. J. Frederic Thorne com piled this document. Send to tine Uni versity and get these pamphlets. Use the great school at Eugene as much as you can. That is what it is there for. ?' ' "' Carl Shoemaker, the state game warden, has taken on the responsibil ity of editing the Oregon Sportsman in addition to his , other duties. The last issue is a good one and should it have general circulation among the sportsmen of Oregon it in itself should do much good toward keeping the law enforced. Ending of the conferences witfn Germany is announced for today, which must be some relief both to Germany and this country. Endeavors Close Annual Convention Grants Pass, Ore., Feb. 21. Tne closing two days of the 25th annual convention of the Christian Endeavor ers iwere exceedingly busy for the workers and committees. Yesterday morning the local pulpits were filled by speakers from among the dele gates of the convention. During the attemoon tme new officers were in. stalled, the services being in charge of G. Everett Baker of Portland. The convention closed last evening with two services the union young peo ple's meeting, led by Lloyd Ccrrick ot Portland, and the union church services, in charge of the Rev. C. T, Hurd of Klamafeh. Falls and Paul Brown of Las Angeles. The New officers are: Lloyd Ca rick, Portland, president; E. Eary rente, rortland: first vice Dresident: Edna Whipple, Eugene, second vice president; Clara Calhoun, Grants Pass, third vice president: Mollie Fetting, Portland, treasurer; Elbert orairman, uregon City, secretary extension supenintndqnt, E. Earl Feike, Portland; junior superintend. ent. Opal Whitley, Cottage Grove; intermediate superintendent, Mar- jorie Hanson, Corvalhs; missionary superintendent, Estella Ford, Port land; Quiet Hour, 10th legion super intendent, Gertrude Enkin, Salem; Good Citizenship, A. H. Baker, Hays, ville; evangelism, Alva Pntten, Hills boro; efficiency, Willie McGee, Eugene. Saturday evening Paul Brown of IjOS Angeles addressed the conven tion on "Soul Winniner the Fin.il Test of an Efficient Christian Life." On Saturday night also a banquet was given the delegates, the Rev. C. l. nurd acting as toastmaster. M'GOWAN'S CAREER IS UNIQUE Begin as Cabin Boy Decorated Bravery in Boer War. for Jnmes P. McGowan, producer of "The Girt and the Game," has had an interesting career. Born in South Aus tralia ho was very early apprenticed to a steamship line, freighting wool and tea between ports in Australia, China and England. A roving disposition led him Into military service. When the Boer war oroke out he served throughout it in the Montmorency Scouts, receiving two medals for distinguished service. flt tne time of the fair In St. Louis ho brought some trained horses from South Africa for exhibition in this country. With the fair over hc found himself in Jersey City instructing the mount ed police of that city how to break and ride their horses. The money he made there he put into a ranch in Tex as, but this did not nrove n.q nmfit. (able an investment as he had antici pated. In an ont-of-the-wav place he joined Robert Mantoll as drill mas- 'tor of tihe "wipes" required for the Now Displayed in our Exclusive Women's -v ' Ready-to-Wear Section NEW YORK'S LATEST SPRING STYLES Every day sees smart, new apparel taken out of the tissue wrappings and placed on display with our already large display of new Spring Suits, New Spring Coats, New Spring Dresses, New Spring Skirts, New Spring Waistets, Etc. Every indication predicts a very early demand for Spring ; Suits and Coats. '. ' ' . To those women who are preparin g to take a trip, or to those women who always desire first choice, our assortment is now the largest and finest we have ever shown at this time of the year. Large showings where every style is individual no two alike even at the most moderate prices un usual quality of material man-tailored, garments that are always a little better than the ordinary. See the New Spring Styles- It's a treat you'll enjoy. ' . NEW SPRING SUITS .- $15-00 to $45.00 NEW SPRING COATS '. $10.00 to $35.00 NEW SPRING DRESSES , : $10.00 to $35.00 NEW SPRING SKIRTS ..r - $5.00 and up NEW SPRING WAISTS :.- $1.25 to $7.50 Model Your Figure "MODEL" BRASSIERE The New Stylish Figure for Spring requires a good brassiere one that fits perfect, looks neat and is pretty underneath the thin waists and sheer dresses which are now so popular. We have a complete stock of "MODEL" Brassieres which are known as the best everywhere. Beauti ful designs either embroidery or lace t rimmed. Priced 25c to $2.25. A most unusual selection in a half dozen styles at the popular price of 50 Cents. . troops in the first act of "Richard the Mr. Mantell was so pleased with the discipline exerted by his v"deseit prodigy" that Mr. McGowan was pro- ij aoeioant. Rtnce manatrer. The dramatic appealed to the future motion picture producer. He joined William Faversham in "The Squaw Man," and later played "The Devil throughout the Middle West under direction of Henry vv. savage. As a motion picture producer, he has directed some of the biggest of the stars. His ability as a producer iwill be disclosed tweekly at tne Arcade theatre, where "The Oirl and the Game" will appear. Every Wed nesday and Thursday. wua nUimi i.a HwlArpd hv critics to be the most thrill-filled offering thus far put upon the screen. - "Wear Antiquated Headgear. Amsterdam, Feb. 23. On account of the lack of military equipment, German soldiers at Suderwick on the Durch frontier now wear headgear dating back to 1813, which was worn by the Prussians "wfto fought against Napoleon. This headgear is not far out of style as compared with tho modern helmet. The Germans call 'them "Helmets of Victory." Graceful Acknowledgement Well. if that Watson isn't the most conceited, sclfsntisfied self. "Yes I ve heard you snv somethine of that kind before. What's started you off this time?" "He lust sent a telegram of con gratulations to his mother." "Well?" "Today's his birthday." Every EXPERT DRY CLEANING WILL RE MOVE THEM. LET US SHOW YOU--OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED. CHERRY'S NEW t LAUNDRY Inc. body's Magazine.
