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About La Grande evening observer. (La Grande, Or.) 1904-1959 | View Entire Issue (June 17, 1916)
SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 1916. FAGS FOUR LA GRANDE EVENING OBSERVER THE OBSERVER BRUCE DENNIS. Editor and Owner Entered ; in the Postofflce at La Grande, Oregon, as second class matter. SUBSCRIPnON RATES. Daily, single copy 6c Daily, per week 16c Daily, per month 65c Daily, per six months in advance $3.50 Daily, per year in advance .... $7.00 Dailv. bv mail ner year, in ad vance $4.00 1 Weekly Obfserver-Star. Der year I in advance $1.60 Advertising: rates on application. All copy for display advertising must reach the office the day before the ad appears. .i Stock show is a great institution and Y.AHdwwn air communications to THE 'their exhibits, and events are of ..re- ANOTHER GREAT SUCCESS. Tho Union people have once more proved to tho outside world their abil ity to hold a Stock show that is second to none and one of the great attrac- tions of the Northwest. Tills show this year was truly ! "bigger and bettor than ever" and the tremendous crowdB that attended in dicate to what extent the people are interested in this clans of entertain ment. Wallowa county brought out a special train, which when joined by the La Grande special made a train load of energetic citizens who went to Union to see tho show and to meet old friends. . lit must be admitted that, while the V,. OBSERVER, ,1710 Sixth Street J-'LAG DAY CELEBRATION. markable worth, there js another fea , tiire of importance and that is the ; meeting of people from far and near. ; Old friends living in Baker, Umatilla, r. a wif ,.-nlih in tivo Wallowa and Union counties count celebration of Flag Day Wednesday regularly on meeting at the Union evcninir. While the Elks had mmed. ' snow. iate eharee of the nroeram. it beinir The result is Plain- Union must en" o ,.w,f i.nf in Riirdnm. tho ne aim, i large her grounds. She must erect in . wn -nnfinoH iit nr. more and better" buildings. Must ganization. The magnificent manner in which all the churches, lodges and other organizations took part, as well as the citizenry showed that the fires of patriotism are still burning; that the country is still Bafe; that if need be the Grande Ronde valley could turn out a large number of deter mined men who would fight for the starry emblem. And that number 1 prepare to take care of more people !each year. And Union will . do it. 'There is not an ounco of "quitting" spirit in that bunch of good fellows who nursed the show through its in fancy and now will not think of de serting it when in the prime of its ex istence. A number of us feel like Union peo ple when it comes to anything per taining to the annual event. For a would comnromisA all Christian de nominations, all lodges and rcpre- j numbo' of uf ioined with the Union sentatives from every walk of life. bovs nnd ma(Jo the sturt from wWch m. i. ijjxi. 'has grown the great institution. La Those who attended the services in j ,, , , , . I., r. n q f.,i. 1 m w .i Grande, as a community, has done her .. ' ,. ... , . part to make it a success. This is tion. They could not help feeding there is no " north, no south, no eat, no west, but all are united' in one great and glorious country willing to do and die if necessary, to protect the home and hearthstono, to protect the womanhood nnd the home ties of this land. Let us have more such celebrations as that of Wednesday. Lot us get out and follow the band while it plays the Star Spangled Banner and other good old patriotic tunes that stir tho blood and cause us to appreciato the great est country that God has given to this earth. MIGHTY FINE. We noticed in tho parade on Flag day an automobile highly decorated with national colors. In that automo bile was Rev. Mr. Drahn, pastor of the Lutheran church, whose heart strings are wound closely around Germany, his native country. By his oide sat Rev. 1 Mr. Gibbs, Episcopal Rector, whose blood ties and sym pathies are naturally with England. And they both waved Old Glory. Each man no doubt earnestly hopes for victory of the arms of his native land, yet each man is loyal to the country wherein he lives and reveres and re spects the stars and stripes above every flag in all tho world. It looked mighty fine and was a les son for everyone who observed it. evident when such stout hearts as Frank Bidwell, Bill Vogel, George Benson, George Scibird and Bob Withycombe openly avow that with out La Grandei's loyal support the Stock show would not have lasted. This year not only La Grande as a whole, but the lodge of Elks, came in for special mention at the manner in which they attended the show on Thursday. The Elks section of the big parade wqs of intense interest and it showed all visitors that the B. P. O. E. organization is always ready to boost nnd applaud a meritor ious proposition. As a whole the show was much bet ter in every respect than former ef forts. Nothing was omitted from a fast and furious program each day, and everyone who journeyed to Union to attend tho Stock show went away happy and contented with a firm re solve to attend again next year. NOT A SMALL MATTER. " Ho, For The ChaotaMquiia The Chautauqua week approaches; Now' the park and camping grounds are in the best of shape clean and shady- ideal for the coming warm dkiys. You see ttet expectant happy look in the eyes of your neighboi that means a whole .week of outing, or a whole week camping out and a. whole week of pleasure. And since a happy, pleasant time means when you 're dressed right, dressed in the Clothes in which to do thie things you want to do. ' .'; ' '..' ; ;, ;$ This store is especially prepared to supply your needs with greater assortments, lower prices and su perior service,; ,' ' "'V;: -. -, ., Chautauqua Thoughts in V Men's Wear "Hirsdi Wick- $20.00 up When first mention was made of trying to get a section of Wallowa county set aside for a federal park, the merit of the proposition was ap parent. As time goes on and further discussion is given the topic every one who becomes interested immed iately becomes enthusiastic, lit is now intended to get a roster of names for membership in the Wallowa Lake Tourists association and when asked to sign it do not hositute but immed- V 1 & 9 ARE YOU A BRICK-LAYER? IF YOU ARE YOU KNOW THAT ONE BRICK ON TOP OF ANOTHER FINALLY BUILDS A HOUSE TO PROTECT AND SHELTER. IF YOU ARE NOT A BRICK-LAYER YOU KNOW THAT ONE DOLLAR ON TOP OF ANOTHER BUILDS YOU A FORTUNE THAT WILL SOME DAY PROTECT AND SHELTER YOU FROM ADVERSITY. PILE UP YOUR MONEY IN THE BANK AND BUILD A FORTUNE. BANK WITH US WE PAY H PER CENT INTEREST 6V2 l Money for Improved Farm Loans La Grande National Bank LA GRANDE, OREGON Capital $200,000.00, Surplus $50,000.00, Resource $1,000,000.00 Fred J. Holmes, President; C. C. Penington, Vic Presiaent; t L. Meyers, Cashier; E. Zundcl and H. E. Coolidge, Atlistant CatMert. DIUECTOKS Fred J. Holmes, J. G. Snodgrasi, J. F. Conley, C. C. Penington, H. S. Brownton, F. L Meycra, A. Bloklaad, A. T. Hill, H. E. CooHdjr. A cool, comfortable Summer Suit wire" : "West's Special" Suits , $15-00 Sport Shirts, with Sauor-0 collars $1.00 up Outing Shirts, Khaki, Flannel and other materials - :.: : : 50c up Whip-cord and Khaki Outing Pants : ..$1.25 Men's Bathing Suits $1.00 to $5.00 Auto Dusters $1.00 to $5.00 Men's Newest Shapes Straw Hats for Dresswear $1.25 to $5.00 Men's Outing Hats ,. 50c Men's Ventilated Sandals .". ..$2.50 Men's Tennis Shoes, Hosiery, B. V. D. Underwear. Etc., Etc., Etc. ' The Boy! He Needs A Wash Suit or two : ..; $1.25, $1.50 Extra Knicker Pants 50c to $1-50 Boys' Newest Sport Blouses 50c Boys' Newest Sport Shirts ...60c Boys' Bathing Suits .. 50c to $1.50 Straw Hats for Boys 50c Boys' Sandals ..90c, $1.10, $1.75 Outing Shoes, Boys' Porosknit Union Suits Boys' Black Cat Hose ; 25c Boys' Elkhide Shoes, Boys' Tennis Shoes . ,; Water Wings, Boys' Overalls, Etc. The Ladies, toojJVill Need Outing Skirts,' Sport'Sk'irts, Plain or Stripes..; L...... : v $1.25 to $8.50 Outing White Felit Hats ,.. :.50c "Mari Dora" and Auto Caps 50c to $1,50 College Stylo Sport Middy Blouses for tennis and: lounging comfort $1.25, $1.50, $1.75 Sweaters, ruff neck style for cool evenings Pretty Wash Frocks $5-00 to $17.50 New Summer Styles women's waists ............$1.25 up ; Women 's Sandals ....:.......-.......-$1.75 Womcns White Rubber Sole Pumps, with strap ..............85c, $1.35, $1.65, $2.00 Women's High Top White Canvas Shoes, with white rubber soles and low rubber heels $3.50 Women's Bathing Suits, new styles .$1.50 tp $5.00 ;, New Bathing Caps, Shoes, Etc. For Camping Out The whole family will have a better time if equip ped witfh a "Chief Joseph" Indian Blanket or two handy in a dozen ways :..,..$5.00, $7.50 Sun Hats for everybody 10c, 25c Canvas for Tents, Beds, Etc. FOR CHILDREN "Koveralls" ..........l. - 75c Sandals - 90c, $1.15 "White Canvas, Rubber Sole Pumps ......:....75c Children's Sox 15c, 25c Little Girls Middy Blouses, Etc. The Chautauqua With all its Pleasure- Will be Here Before You Know it, Prepare for it by Shopping at Once, 1st Choosing is Always Best Choosing. iutely affix your name. Thoro are no dues and no initiation foes, In fact, there is no expense to becoming a membor. So join the throng and let us nil push a good thing along. Returning from the Republican na tional convention Daniel Boyd of En terprise, assures us that unification of the Progressives and Republicans has taken place in earnest and that the east will put a united front for Judge Hughes. This is as it should be and in Oregon we believe a solid party vote will be given tho nominee. Tho local fights and quarrels will be transferred now to the G. 0. P. tent where seats will be free to all spectators. serves a place in the gallery of tried and true. the Now that Herman Roosch has re turned from the festival of sporting events on the const all questions as to the rules of the game can be re ferred to him without argument. Judge Knowles will have to lay aside Blnckstone and Lord's Oregon law and consult David Harum while the horse trading case is being tried in his court. La Grande has given the Baptist people a hearty welcome and they appreciate it. During the week some very excellent sermons have been de livered by men high up in Baptist cir cles and tho attendance from La Grande and out of town has been good. This city only wishes the good people of the Baptist faith could find it possible to meet here each and every year. It is nil right for that crew down, at Keith to get chesty over quick work in tinning out the wrecker, but if there is going to bo a prize hung up don't bet your money until Charlie Roberts, -Jim Sullivan nnd Jim Corbett talk the matter over. La Grande has some pretty expert workers in that wrecker game. Yes, it is possible that after all the agitation lasting over several years, Ii Grande may yet have a gas plant. And a new kind at that. defend your rights, defend your shore; "Let no rude foe with impious hands,. "Invade the shrine where sacred lies,, "Of the oil and blood the well earned prize." .'. Following this was the "Star Spatog eled Banner," words by Francis Scott Key, (music by John Stafford Smith, played by the Elks band. This song should be uppermost in. the minds of our people, both young; and old, and enough reverence ba shown, that ora all occasions when be ing play or sung, everybody should, stand at attention and the gentlemefi remove their hats, and in time to come it will not be necessary for us to ask: the question: Oh! Say, does that Star SpiamgledP, Banner yet Wave, "O'er the Land of the Free, Flag day as was observed in the Antl tne Home ol the Brave." past week by the B. P. O. E. could Well Lut: be -called a day of music, for aside I T" our Motto: from the splendid orations delivered : In God is our trust on this day, music was a prominent "And tho Star Spangled Banner feature tand there were several well n Triumph shall wave, rendered selections on this occasion. ,"0're the land of the free and the? TKo nH w v,ot;-i : iio-i brave." - n.- r- r r, ' "America." the' Sonc that ir heat mercy upon me; for I am desolate and afflicted. 17 The troubles of my heart are enlarged: O bring thou me out of my distresses. 18 Look upon mine affliction and my pain; and forgive all my sins. 19 Consider mine enemies; for they are many; and they hate me with cruel hatred. 20 O keep my soul, and deliver me: let me not be ashamed; for I put my trust in thee. 21 O keep my soul, and deliver me: let me not be ashamed; for I put my trust in thee. 21 Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; for I wait on thee. 22 Redeem Israel, O God, out of all his troubles. MUSIC AND MUSICIANS GEMS FROM THE BIBLE PSALM XXV David's Confidence in prayer A Psalm of David 1 Unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul. 2 O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine en emies triumnh nvnr mo 3 Yea, let none that wait on thee -Ma o Gem of the Ocean," whose soig that is best be ashamed: let them be T Vshamed word, by David P. Shaw and music I i"! .Tf SSF .luilge Hughes says he will not talk until he has been officially notified of his nomination. Col. Roosevelt dis missed the reporters from Oyster Bay telling them he had nothing further to say, But down it Saint. Louis Bryan did not stand on technicalities or ethics. He made a speech. Sr-iking of heroes, we believe Mrs. Wa who with her husband has staved in the mountains nt tli infjA-n of the city water system sinoe lust I1?!' IoT. ho Knn11 Pluck mV foot ou' which transgress without cause. 4 Shew me thy ways, O Lord; teach me thy paths. 6 Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my sal vation: on thee do I Wait all the day. l Remember, O Lord, thy tender mercies and thy loving-kindnesses; for they have been ever of old. 7 Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions : ticcord- ing to thy mercy remember thou me tor thy goodness' sake, O Lord. a Good nnd upntrht is the Lord: therefore will he teach sinners in the way. 10 All the pnths of the Lord are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant nnd his testimonies. 11 For thy name's sake, O Lord, pardon mine iniquity; for It is great. 12 What man is he that foareth' the Lord? him shall he teach in tho way that he shall choose. 13 His soul shall dwell nt case; nnd his seed shall inherit the earth. 14 The secret, of the lxrd is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant, 15 Mine eyes are ever toward the by Thos. A. Becket, are known far ami wide, was one of the numbers and with it "Three Cheers for the Red, musical arrangement, words bv Sam uel Francis Smith, music by Henry iarey, was sung by the audience with fill without, coming out once, de of the net. 1G Turn thee unto.nio, nnd have) wi,;t onT3i-in .:'! accompaniment by the Elks band:. a Home of the Brave and the Free. This being a fitting termination to an , , ) evening devoted entirely to giving- . , , . . , , , . (tribute to the Flag, which stands for A male quartet, well balanced in Our Country and Our Liberty and to ils nuances, is a joy for for ever and j which we as good citizens should al nothing can pease the ear and hold.wavs honor and resnnct. a song of such a patriotic nature, as 'Unfurl the Banner" rendered bv them never fails to 'bring applause. J. DAVID HAINES What Others Say. With the prolonged external con- trnl ntinn1 l,a VHInlnft ... the Hymn to Liberty is a stirrinc I the h.itrH nntVio nf ruon wv,in.- patriotic song and was sung in a beau- ton Post. tiful soprano voice. The words nnd j About the only hope for Carranza music are by Edward Remenyi the currency is the discovery of a way to late celebrated violinst, whose ideas of , ev tract gasoline from cactus.- -Wash-patriotism were set forth in a clear ington Post. and concise manner. Out entire army is now in Mexico,. "Hail Columbia! Firm, united let u, iand bv fe"ows can get to know be. rallving round our C, h othwj-Wall Street Journal. - , , . . John Bull seems to be paying more As a hand of blathers joined. attention tn nii lnt.tr tho f - "Peace nnd safety we shall find." j notes. Co umbie State. Words bv Josenh nnlin. ALL f57 by J. Fnyles, played bv t F.lfc S nV-aul.es' "5 u douofral'thrr "nd m,-nuben eyidc have intention doubt recall the words, in the second ,,)aJi oj t..i - i. 'Immortal Patriots! Rise once more, Herald ing conquests for the new. Chicagc. 7 i ' -