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LA GRANDE EVENING OBSERVE. LA GRANDE, ORE.
Monday, December 23, 1929
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FEAR BANISHED Peace I I are with you. my pe-ice- I kio
unto you: "not aj the world gtveth, give I unto you. Lrl not
your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27.
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STATE POLITICS ASKEW j
With the succession of Albin Walter Norblad, president of 5
the state senate and Astoria lawyer, to the governor's chair, '
executive control of Oregon nasses to an exneiipnrprt Wkl- 2r
tol' whn ill nll'nnrlv inl im-ii nr noniuintnl hmU -t..tn I...,.
and state problems. At the same time state politics is thrown
into an uproar and the republican primaries next June
promises a battle, of Many factions and almost equal un
certainties. Jja
With Patterson regarded as an almost certain winner of
both primary and general election his death throws the fc
field wide open with a general stampede of optimistic j U
candidates to be taken pretty well for granted. Who will ; f
the republicans nominate to take the office he adorned so
well? Who will the democrats pick to make the most of the ; V
aissenuon and doubt that will be found in renublican ranks' ,'
Norblad, not yet fifty, native of Sweden, able lawyer,
clever politician. If he should choose to enter the primai'fjs,
he will have the advantage of holding the job for six months
before the republican choice is to be made also a wide
legislative acquaintance. Charles Hall, in his fiftieth year,
banker and public utility executive, noted as an organizer.
He has already announced his candidacv and will nn
important figure in the campaign.
Then there is Tennett of Portland, Jay Upton of Lend, '
Sam Kozer, Tom Kay, and a host of others. No one who
has been considered recently has the ability to consolidate i
the Patterson following. If such a man can be found or if
the Patterson partisans will settle on a competent man com
muted lo nis policies that man would constitute the best (
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GOVERNOR PATTERSON
With the state government excellently controlled and an
appreciative people well content to have it continue smoothly
along the same course, the sudden death of Governor Pat
terson not only means the loss of a fine citizen and conscien
tious public servant but the loss of a valued, dependable
leader. Whatever their political faith, every thinking Ore
gonian will mourn the passing of this kindly, dignified,
competent chief executive.
Patterson was a good governor. He was not a spectacular
governor, nor one who inspired great popular enthusiasms.
But he was sincerely devoted to the constructive develop
ment of his native state and his interests in that direction
will probably be best remembered by those who knew the
man and his work most intimately.
No executive ever was more enthusiastic over Oregon's
scenic and natural resources than Mr. Patterson. On every
possible occasion he talked and wrote with impressive con,
viction of the state's varied attractions. Thousands of people
in other states have read or heard his messages and no one
can estimate the extent of the advertising for Oregon that
came about through his efforts. Horn and raised in Oregon
ho was a constant student of agricultural and industrial ad
vantages and seemed to regard his duties as including the
disseminating of constructive and truthful information on the
state.
To protect the resources he so highly valued Mr. Patter
son made an unusual record in his executive appointments
Political they were in most cases, but he also took pains to
see that offices within his power went to men well qualified
to promote the state's welfare. Public approval of his
judgment was shown in the surpi ism;lv small volume (Jf
adverse criticism following his filling of important jobs.
One hobby that he indulged as governor is indicative or
his character and his interest in fundamentals. It was boys'
ana gins ciud worn, llial was one subject in which he was
always interested. He regarded club work as of the utmost
value in keeping and increasing a prosperous agricultural
population. He personally offered prizes each year lin
stock club competition and considered that the state could
undertake r,o more vital work than the nidinir of I mv.s a tin
girls so engaged. A farmer by choice and by instinct, hei
visioned and worked for an agricultural future for iw,m.
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Hut Patterson did not let his vision of the future conflict
with the practical nature of his work in the present. The
special tax commission, brought into being at his suggestion",
produced tinder his urging a studied ajid comprehensive
report that marked the most definite improvement m the
tax situation the stale has known in many years. Partially
incorporated into law by the last legislature, it promises to
bring substantial and permanent relief to properly with the
beginning of the new year. Other state problems have had
similar iiiet, persistent attention, lie made no great show
of anything made a consistent record of progress in many
things.
Ruled as a governor, Mr. Pallorson will stand high in the
history of his state. Killed as a citizen he will be a worthy
example for Oregon youtn. Rated as a friend his memory
will be cherished by all those who know the rarity of true
friendship's qualities. Oregon is a greater, better state for
his having lived. his death she loots a good and devoted
friend.
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It's Christmas Time at
LA GRANDE
STORE
Successors to N.K.WEST & CO,
Lined Gloves
With Fur Cuff
$4-95
Others $1 up
Coty Perfume
All Scents
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Larger Flasks ?2
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Men' 8 Gloves
of Pig Skin
$3-95
Lined Gloves $1.93
Satin Mules
Daniel Greens
Imported Style S6.50
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Men's Operas
Daniel Greens
$5.50
Boys' Felts S2.23
Cheney Ties
Silk-Silk & Wool
$1.50 .
Others up to 51
Silk Pajamas
Bright Colors
$7.50
Other Styles
Under s -- Sets
Rayon Shirt
Ilroadclolh
Shorts
$2-50 suit
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Novel Heels
Brown Black
$1.95
Kayscr Allcn-A
Maderia Sets
Cloth & Napkins
.95
Others up to S1U.30
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Mesh Bags
New Patterns
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Fully Lined
Linen Bridge Set ((
smart Pattern . U
$4-75
Others J1.U3
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HERE ARE LISTED A
FEW LAST MINUTE
SUGGESTIONS
With Christmas only one day away were herein list a few most
suitable gifts for the tardy shopper. The cheerful, speedy ser
vice you will receive at FALKS will make your last minute shop
ping a pleasure rather than a drudge. Let our competent sales
folks assist you.
CHRISTMAS
HOSIERY
Allen-A Kayser
Hollywood Eifel
$J.95
Hosiery that sheer, silken lux
ury that all feminine kind
adores, is here in a profusion of
styles and all popular colors.
Give her a box this Christmas.
Novelty Heels $1
A newly received novelty heel of
black in four of the season's
most popular shades.
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Christmas Robes
Will Long Be Remembered
$3-95
Colorful silk robes and negligees
in a number of popular styles
a gift she will appreciate.
Silk Gowns $7.50
In beautiful pastel shades of
maize, peach and flesh in lacy
and tailored styles of excellent
quality crepes.
Pajama Sets $6.50
Mimsing rayon three-piece paja
ma sets negligee, jacket and
trousers in many attractive
color combinations.-
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27-INCH DOLLY
Specially Priced Tuesday
$3.95
A large life-like doll that sleeps, talks and
walks conies in several colored dresses,
with organdie bonnet. A doll any girl will
be proud to own Christmas morning.
SLIPPERS ARE A THOUGHTFUL GIFT
Doubly so if They're Daniel Greens
$3-25
Fleece Cuff
$3-75 .
D'Orsays
$3.95 '
A regular $1."i0 value
of Daniel Given m;fke,
quilted satin self lined,
Spanish heel.
Of soft kid leather,
flannel 1 i n e'd w i t h
white fleece cuff in
colors of tan, blue, red.
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Dance Sets
of Silk Crepe
$3.50
Others at $2.95
Rubberized
Aprons
New Process
$1.25 :
Sheet Sets
Sheet 2 Cases
, $4.95
Rose, Pink, Yellow,
Candle Holders
of Brass
Modernistic
New Jewelry
Many Smart
Styles
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Others up to 7.30
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Travel Clocks
in Pig Skin Case
$12-50
A Real Gift
Pendleton
Blankets
$13-50
Bright Colors
Turk Towels
Pastel Colors
$1.25
Mats to Match
Box Hankies
All Linen
$1-
Myriads of Styles
Ash Trays
Bright Colors
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For Davenport or Chair
Smart Bags
New Materials
$595
Novel Shapes
Boudoir Sets
in Gift Box
$6-95
Three Colons
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