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(6 mum wamtn BBSVWt PHONE OBSERVER YOUR WANT APS. MAIN 37 1 AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER - PRINTS THE NEWS THE DAY IT HAPPENS PHONE THE OBSERVER YOUR NEWS. MAIN 37 VOLUME XVI. LA GRANDE, OREGON. THURSDAY, JULY 5, 1917. NUMBER 322. f nnnfir CnmnanifiS I Seven Killed Many Injured On Fourth DRAFT LOTTERY WILL BE STAGED AT THE CAPITOL Call For Protection Chicrgo, July 5. (United $ Press) It is estimated that seven were killud and one hun- 4 dred and forty-five injured on the Fourth of July. Thirty wore killed' and eight hundred and 4 , Washington, . July 5. (Unit- red Press )TleJtrt24eoppe' 4" companies aSkcJ government aid in ridding the mine districts of labor agitators and "other w GERMAN GIFS TRYTOCE GEN GRUFF UNION COUNTY PIONEERS GOLD CONVENTION JULY FOURTH PASSES OFF VERY QUIETLY enemies conniving at this coun try's defeat." I ! twenty injured last year, $ J a J J J b l V . COUNTER ATTACKS LAUNCHED ON THE EASTERN FRONT 4. GERMANS DID NOT EXPECT OFFENSIVE TCsst of Brzezany, Army Pressure .Compelled Russian Retirement En- I'; ferny Is Repulsed Twice East of t f-'Lipltza Germans Are Desperately - Defending Brzezany Sector As the j ey to Lemburg. IPetrograd, July 6. (United Press) rman army chiefs concentrated tneir counter attacks to stop General JBrusiloff's offensive. J East of Brzezany, the war office -.announced', enemy pressure compelled a Russian retirement under artillery fire. East of Lipitza and Dolnana the enemy were twice repulsed. This is the first comprehensive Ncounter offensive the enemy has at tempted since general Brusilloff's of fensive began. ;W Apparently the enemy did not ex :'i Vpect as powerful an assault, and t p. jhought they could break it down r 'easily. 3 i' The Brezezany sector is desperately ' i . , k . j ii. ili . - . .... .. . n va v, Key to Liemoerg, nity mnos lurrner r1 . northwest. BRITISH DROP BOMBS ON GER MAN AEROPLANE STATIONS London, July 5. (United Press) British aeroplanes dropped several tons of explosive bombs Tuesday and Wednesday nights on the German sea plane sheds at Ostend, and' the aero dromes at Ghistelles and Searren "Railway stations, the Admiralty an flounced. All British machines returned, safe,- iy. GERMAN MASSED INFANTRY ATTACKS HAVE CEASED Paris, July 6. (United Press) Active artillerying at Moronvillers, "Prunav and Hill three hundred ami four was officially reported. The Ger man massed infantry attacks south of Laon and around Verdun apparently ceased in face of the withering French defensive fire. CROWN PRINCE'S ATTACK WAS HUGE OFFENSIVE French headquarters, July B. (United Press) The German Crown Prince's Tuesday night attack on a front of twelve miles between Jouy and Craonne was Germany's greatest offensive on the western front this year. Headquarters' reports, assem bled today, giving data of the attack ing regiments and losses gave proof of this belief. HAIG STRIKES AT NEW POINT. London, Jul 5. (United Press) Continuing tactics of mixing blows General Haig Btruck successfully southwest of Pollebeke, Belgium. The British are gaining on a front of six hundred yards. ARGENTINE SENDS HER XETTER IS DISPATCHED TO GER MANY DEMANDING IM MEDIATE. INDEMNI FICATION Buenos Aires, July 5. (United Press) Argentine has served an ul timatum on Germany. It is author ativelv learned that Argentine dis- prtchod a letter to Germany assert ing that unless Germany makes an immediate indemnification for past destruction of Argentine ships and grants assurance against future at tacks, Argentine will break off diplo matic relations. The Argentine note does not include a time limit within -which the Republic demands Ger tnany's reply. ULTIMATUM GOT RECEIVES PAINFUL WOUND FROM CRACKER A giant firecracker, over two inches long, was the cause of a very serious v accident yesterday. Spiker, a young lad about 11 years old was playing with other boys in;the back alley of the Foley hotel. .'.Lighting one of the firecrackers that ithev had tit exploded in the face of the Spiker boy burning his eyebrows and mark ing his face. A very short imo af ter the accident happened his eyes, nose and lips were swollen and his whole face was in a very bad condi tion. Hjs sister who was in town took a taxi and went home for the mother in the country. In the meantime he was cared for by the proprietor of the La Grande Oyster House as best possible. Most of the doctors were out of town, but Mrs. Dr. Underwood was found and took care of him. Not being an eye specialist she made no statement as to the probable effect on ttieeyes al though she acknowledged tnacase as a serious one. 8 ", It is said that examination will show that the firecrackers used by the boys were of very high exptouive power. They were labeled Orleander Mine No. 1. ; Later. Young Spiker is the son of C. L. Spiker a farmer. Although his eyes are in a very bad condition it is thought that his eyesight will, be savea. Rogers Boy Struck In Eye By Firecracker Jack Rogers, the fourteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Adna Rogers met with a painful accident yesterday when struck in the eye with a piece of firecrackers. Mrs. Rogers sent the two brothers after some ice. As they were going down the street two other boys who were in front of them were lighting firecrackers. One boy threw a firecracker back over his shoulder and as the cracker exploded in the air part of it hit Jack in the eye. At the time it happened it was thought to be quite serious but further ' examination shows that there is no danger of the boy losing his eye sight, although he is at present in a dark room and must keep his eye bandaged for some time. Chinese Emperor May Not Win Throne Washington, July 5. (United Press) The state department mess ages indicated the attempt to estab lish a monarchy in China may fall. Northern China is not extending as great a support to the Emperor as anticipated. PERSHING FOLLOWING A TYPICAL FOURTH OF 'JULY CELEBRATION. MEN GO TO PERMANENT TRAINING QUARTERS Paris, July 5. (United Press) Part of General Pershing's army is off for final training before going tu the front. Following a typical Fourth of July, celebration yesterday a battalion of United States regulars left today for their permanent camp. Pershing is extremely anxious to get his men settled down into per- manent camp. SENDS P 0 m CMP INCOMING TRAINS BRING IN PIONEERS WHO ARE HUR RIED TO CHAUTAUQUA GROUNDS. This morning for the twenty-sev enth time, tho old pioneers of Union county met in a business and jubilee session As the incoming trains pulled in the pioneers were quickly hurried to the waiting autos and taken to the Chautauqua grounds where friends met friends of years ago, and old ac quaintances were renewed as hands bridged the chasm of "Father Time" The opening address of the pro gram was delivered by L. A. rac- Alester, president of the Union Coun ty association, and was met by a hearty response from the audience. The invocation was given by Rev. Chas. A. Edwards and the report of the secretary was read. The music was under the direction of Mrs. Edith Wright Phy. The address of welcome dolivered by City Manager Currey and the response given by Hon. W. T. Wright of Union wore well received by the audience. The picnic dinner was a jolly re minder of days far gone and tho pio neers enjoyed themselves with a spice and love of former days. Cream, cof fee, and sugar for all coming into the grounds was provided. In the afternoon Hon. Dunham Wright of Medical Springs and Wal ter Pierce dolivered very, strong and appealing addresses, I Impromptu speeches were also given by the pio neers. The folk dancing by a group of children, and a pageant by the Jun ior Chautauqua addod interest to the afternoon's ontertainment. ' LOCAL NAVY BOY RE TURNS FOR BRIEF VISIT Charles Bradley, a local boy who has seen four months service in the navy at Bremerton, returned yester day to La Grande for a short visit with his family. He holds the posi tion of carpenter's mate and is en thusiastic over his work. He is on the training ship Philadelphia but ex pects to be called into actual servico at any time. (FRANK PARKHURST PASSES AWAY JULY 4TH Frank Parkhurst, of this city, died suddenly at 2:30 on the morning of July 4th. Mr. Parkhurst was well known in La Grande being a freight conductor on the O.-W. He was born at Agency, Iowa, July 5, 1869. He leaves a wife and son. His death fol lowed a surgical operation. Mrs. Parkhurst's brother is now on his way from the east. The remains which are now at Henry's Chapel, will be cremeated at Portland next Sun day. Mr. Parkhurst recently was on the motor-car run, and was very popular. MRS. SALLY IRVIN DIED IN LA GRANDE YESTERDAY Mrs. Sally Irvin, wife of D. W. Ir vin of this city, died yesterday at 12:35 at her home. She was born in Chilton, Fulls County, Texas, 1888, and was married to Mr. Irvin, in 1015. In 1916 they moved to Oregon. Sha leaves her husband and a son almost four weeks old. All relatives of the deceased live in Texas. Funeral services will take place at I at tne Henry Undertaking parlors to- morrow at two o'clocK. interment win follow in the Island City cemetery. New Folder Issued. The Union Pacific system has just issued a folder map of the United States which on account of its con venient form and the important in formation it contains should at this particular time be of unusual value to the public. The Union Pacific will mail copies without cost on applica tion to their agents or to Wm. Mc Murray, general passenger agent, Portland. Aeroplane Raid Kills Eight. London, July 5. (Special) Twelve or 14 aeroplanes attacked Harwich, killing and injuring 22, Lord French announced yesterday. Only slight ma terial damage resulted. The squad ron made off to sea immediately after the attack. Russia's Prisoners. Petrograd, July 5. Russia hns taken prisoners enough in the first 48 hours of her new offensive to raise i the total to more than 18,000. The war office reported 18,000 men and 300 officers taken Sunday and Monday Twenty-nine guns and I guns were captured. ' 33 machine ONLY THING TO MAR THE DAY WAS SERIOUS ACCIDENT TO A CHILD MANY GO OUT TO CHAUTAUQUA GROUNDS Picnicers Revel in the Shade Chil dren Play Games, Luncheon Parties Enjoyed O.-W. R. & N. Band Con. tributes the Music Declaration of Independence Read W. W. Young ston Is the Speaker of the Day. La Grande's Fourth was to all in tents and purposes safe and sane, al though marred by two sad accidents. It is evident that the sale of certain heavy explosives to children will have to be regulated by the city authorities in the future in ordor to avoid the repetition of yesterday's accidents. The spirit of the people was ad mirable. Out to the Chautauqua grounds hied many picnicers with baskets, those who could went by au to, those who couldn't ride, walked. At the grounds the picnicers reveled in the shade, the children played their games, and enjoyed themselves. At noon, the members of the O.-W. R & N. band arrived, having come through the courtesy of President Far- rel of the O.-W. R. & N Co. They Dlaved liberally throughout the day, and also enjoyed the feat prepared for them by the Chautauqua directors. At 2:30 Attorney H. E. Dixon read that immortal document The Decla ration of Independence which in view of the present crisis, seemed to ring out strong and true. The reading won hearty applause. Company M quartet furnished some very enjoyable music. fU .naalra. nf til H AnV WIIR W. W. rioungston. of Portland, grand pre late of the Knights Templar of the United States. Mr. Youngston lives in Portland. He proved a very inter esting speaker and he spoke with con siderable fire as he referred to tne tremendous duties and responsibilities unon the men and women of today. In the evening fifteen hundred peo ple witnessed the performance of the film drama "Civilization", which seemed peculiarly appropriate as it showed the mobilization or a nation for war. The whole day was much enjoyed bv the campers, by those from the city and country and many little par ties fraternized around the luncheon boards. U.S. Now Has A Scotland Yard Washington, July 5. (United press) The immediate necessity of smashing the German spy system caused tho government to order the quick organization of an entirely new secret police system, known as the National Intelligence Service, includ ing operatives in the state, war, navy and justice departments. The treas ury Heeret service men continue to work individually on countene.t c - es. The new body is similar to Scot - land Yard of Great Britain. Picked Up Dynamite. - .... .. L ... J, ! L tsncrman, vai., juiy ti Independence Day's fatality occurred here vesterday morning. Ramon . n l T..I e c.nn:..l A ft Castro. 12 vears old, curious to know lavhat the strange looking st'.ck that ( sparkled at its end was, piciceu it uii just as it exploded. The stick was dynamite. had tossed the stick of A motorist lvnamite from his car and driven to a safe distance away to hear the re port. His cry of warning to the ehild Vas too late. As the stick exploded the motorist drove furiously away. J. W. GRASTY, PIONEER AND MINER DIES J. W. Grasty, an old pioneer of this community, died at Limber Jim while mining for Hugh Montgomery. His death took place on July and while Mr. Montgomery was after a team to take him to nearest medical treat ment. Another friend was watching with Mr. Grasty at the time of his death. The deceased leaves a brother, Jerry, ire 'Bluomound, Kansas. Ser vices will take place at J. C. Henry's Chapel at 10 a. m. tomorrow. Inter- mcnt will follow in the Masonic cem etery. CHAUTAUQUA R0GA1S 01 TO FINE ENG SEVENTH ANNUAL ASSEMBLY IS A SUCCESS FINANCIALLY JAMES GODDARD CON CLUDES PROGRAMS Chautauqua has come and gone. The seventh annual assembly was one of the most successful that has ever been held. The Chautauqua was a success both from the standpoint of the attendance and the programs and also financially. Mrs. E. Polack, the president of the association, today expressed herself as much gratified at the result. Tuesday evening thore was a large attendance to hear James Goddard, tho basso-baritone of the Chicago Grande Opera company, assisted by Ruth Ray, violinist, and Robert Yale Smith, pianist. The trio gave a very enjoyable concert and Mr. Goddard was heartily applauded. Many of the campers remained at the grounds for the Fourth of July program and for Pioneers' Day today. MAYOR GILL IS HELPLESS TO SUPPRESS PLOTS Seattle, July 5. (United Press) Mayor Gill declared he "was practic ally helpless to do more than had al ready been done to suppress plots against the grain and fruit crops of eastern, Washington. . -. Mayor Gill also announced he would have the police raid the drug stores, if the corporation counsel Caldwell rules that the state bone-dry law is in effect. The measure is being held up for a count of the referendum sig natures. HUGH MONTGOMERY HAS CLOSE CALL CROSSING RIVER Hugh Montgomery, who brought out tho remains of J. W. Grasty from Limber Jim, now lies at homo in bed as a result of a near drowning. Mr. Montgomery was crossing the Grande Ronde at a point ho felt was per fectly safe. It seems that a hole had been washed away in the bed of the river and in crossing the team ' and wagon entirely disappeared for a minute and Mr. Montgomery was washed from his seat into the river. He only caught a glimpse of the horses' heads and tihnking that they couldn't make it, he swam to the op posite shore for help. It seems the horses finally found footing and re turned to the shoro from which they started. The remains were tied in the bottom of the wagon so that they were not washed away. Mr. Mont- t hel,p an(, the remains were kon to Grnnde by fl.iends that nIjfn). whie Mr Montgomery re- mained till next day before coming nomo- , r . i I , (J0U b U Dt.1 V3n 1100 J " To Attend ThelN.E.A. County School Superintendent Mrs. A. E. Ivnnhoe is to attend the meet- ings of the National Educational as soriation m Portland this ween. Mrs. Ivanhoc will leave La Grande tomorrow for Portland. Tho National Educational associa tion is one of the biggest gatherings of teachers and educators in the world. Mrs. Ivnnhoe is fortunate that her official position as member of the executive committee of the State Teachers association will bring her in touch with the most prominent nation al educators there. All Union county teachers have been invited to tho reception given by the Porltnnd teachers to the officers of the N. E. A. at the Multnomah hotel next Tuesday evening. Mrs. Ivanhoe hopes that all Union county teachers will attend. After the N. E. A. Mrs. Ivanhoe will go to California to visit her two sons, Forrest who is in the Navy, and Lvtton. who is employed by the Standard Oil Co., of San Francisco, H WILL TAKE PLACE DAY FOL LOWING ORGANIZATION OF EXEMPTION BOARDS NINE MILLION AND HALF MEN TO BE LISTED As Soon As Local Boards Have Com pleted and Numbered All the Reg istration Cards, the Administration Will Be ready for the Lottery Which Will Select the Men to Go Into the Trenches. Washington, July 5. (United Press) The draft lottery will be staged at the Capitol the day follow ing the completion of the organiza tion of the local exemption boards. "The minute the local boards are completed, . and have numbered nine million five hundred thousand regis tration cards, we'll be ready for tho draft," it is officially announced. Provost Marshal General Crowder urgently insisted that local boards finish their labors before Saturday. This message was sent to every board. Christian Church Holds Convention The Christian Church convention begins tonight with a sermon by C. H. Hilton of Baker. This convention includes tho territory known as the Eastern Oregon District, and although not so inclusive as the state conven tion held annually in the Willamette valley, some speakers are scheduled. Tho church issues an invitation to the public to be present tonight at the opening service. The convention will last over Sunday July 8th. The program for Thursday and Fri day is s .follows: i V . :. ' i '! - - . . - July 5 Thursday Night. 7:30 Song and Praise service, F A. Ross. 8;00 Sermon, C. H. Hilton, Bakor. July 6 Friday Morning. 9:30 Devotional Bible Study, W. R. Warren, Indianapolis, Ind. 10:00 "Tho Northwest Parlia ment," E. C. Sanderson, Eugene. 10:20 "The Preachers' Mutual Benefit," C. F. Swander, Portland. 10:40 "What the Man in the Pew Needs from the Man in the Pulpit," Dr. S. A. Roe, Pendleton. 11:00 "What the Man in the Pul pit Needs from the Ma nin the Pew," Albyn Esson, Albany. 11:20 "The Men and Millions Movement," Grant K. Lewis, Cincin nati, Ohio. 12:00 Adjourn for noon. Mrs. Aterule Died at 1:30 Today. Mrs. Elizabeth Ellen Aterule died at her home on N avenue at 1:30 to day after an illness of two weeks with pneumonia. Sh leaves a husband and three children: Florence aged 8, Charles aged 5 and Elizabeth aged 2. The deceased came to La Grande from New York about five years ago. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 from the Henry Undertaking parlors. Sky Pilot Is the Pilot London, June 25. (By mail) Rev. R. M. Banke-Jones can't be comfort able without some kind of a pilot's job. After playing the role of sky-pilot in a chaplain's tunic for two years he his entered the flying corps to become an air-pilot. Globe, Arizona, July B. (United Press) Following the mobilization of a thousand strikers at Mesas, at the old Dominion Mine picket line, Sheriff Armor's "posse of two hundred citi zens resumed their vigilance-. Citizens established their headquarters at the Armory being drilled in loading rifles and in the manual of arms. Armed guards are stationed at the old Dominion property. It is reported that personal arms will be augmented ; by machine guns. CITIZENS ARE MASSING TO CHECK VIOLENCE 4
