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Tuesday, April 28. 193T LA GRANDE EVENING OBSERVER. LA GRANDE, ORE. ttjc i as-' fJ"WI Horse Ranch, On Minam, Is Sold To Dr. Biswell By Mr. Leona Price ' (Observer Correspondent)' COVE, Ore. (Special) The Horse Ranch, located 16 miles from Cove on me Big Minam river, has been aokt to Dr. Roger Biswell, of Baker. , Clarence Richards, of Cove, operated this, ranch for the last seven or eight years, duv is now located on tne Harris Prench ranch west of Cove. Dr. Biswell will use the Horse Ranch as headquarters for hunting and fishing parties and expects later to make a dude ranch' of the property .. which Is Ideally located for that purpose, being only six or seven miles from what Is known aa the wilder ness area. This Is a tract set aside by proclamation of the president last winter which takes In 333,860 acre In the Wallowa and Whitman, forest reserves. This Includes the Lake ' basin, Eagle Cap, China Cap, Minam Meadows and many other places of Interest. The only work to be done In this area Is that necessary for fire protection. No more trails will be made, no timber removed, no special uses will be allowed such as building summer homes, , although hunting, fishing and camping will be allowed as ever. ThlB will, of course, keep It rather Inaccessible and there fore a "sportsman's paradise" for those who do not mind the trouble of reaching It, It la said. - Four cars carrying about 25 Cove Baptist young people went to Haines Friday night to the annual spring rally. Burns and Ontario were the only towns of the association- not represented. The theme for the pro gram was "First Things First." The meeting opened with the Invocation by Rev. Mr. Doehler, of Baker. Eat ing, singing and yells followed. The i Haines young people sang "When It's Rally Time." Oraydon Loree, of Cove, gave an address, "First Things First In the School," Bethel at, John, of La orande, played a. piano solo. Charlotte Newton, of Haines, "First Things First In the Church," Alice Ketcham, of La Orande "First Things nrsc in tne Home, ' a musical num ber by Mrs. R, O. Hancock, of Cove, Oeorge Rogers, of Baker, "First . Things .First In the Community," song service by all present: the busi ness meeting, address by Rev. B. M. Oodwln, of La Orande, "Christ and the Young People." The first ban ner was awarded the La Orande group for attendance and distance. ,Tbe second was awarded Baker for con tribution to programs. The meeting nioed with a hymn and the benedic tion. ., . . ... . The Eastern Oregon Light and Power company Is doing some Im provement work on the Cove plant, rellnlng the switch board and put ting In counter and open air switches. All equipment housed In the upper pan oi tne ouuaing is being placed outside to reduce the fire hazard. . Miss Amelia HUdebrant Is again In Cove at the home of her sister, Mrs. May Kelley. Miss HUdebrant has been staying in La Orande for about a year, but became 111 some time ago and' was brought baok to Cove, Alvln Orton and Darrell Pulp are working on trail and telephone main tenance In the Whitman reserve. They expect to be on the reserve al most a month before coming out for supplies. . Mr. and Mrs, A QUEEN IN HER HOUR OF SORROW - - - J y.frMrfXf& pwnai Hill II ma "J rF X ' While crowds thronged the d'Orsny station In Paris for a glimpse of Spain's fallen rulers, Queen Victoria pole and orroinj, Is shown In this Observer-NBA Service picture as she arrived from Madrid to Join Kins Alfonso In exile, -The red carpet reserved for royalty was spread along the platform, and princes and grandees of Spain and dukes and countesses of great French houses Joined with lesser folk to SSert the deposed queen with cries of "Viva la Helna!" M. Jean Clilappe. the Paris Prefect of Police, U soerfi at rlsht as he cleared a path for her, , . ' mother's sister In Chicago. Miss Mar-! tin will take a summer course either at a normal school or the Chicago . university during her stay. i Mrs. O. A. Smith Is 111 of small- ' pov. The family was quarantined Friday and all other members were vaccinated. Dr. -and Mrs. Rotter Biswell. Mr. and Mrs. Dressbock, of Bakert and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Brnzllle were vis itors at Camp Yew Bow Sunday. Hugo Blank has moved his fam ily Into the residence occupied by them a year ago, which Is known aa the Smith place. The Blanks have been living In the Chadwlck house next to the Odd Fellows hall. O. M. Oardner was In charge of the services at the Methodist EdIs- copal church Sunday, Dr. C. E. Cal ame being unable to conduct them. Mrs. Thomas Harris and Mrs. J. R. Fletcher will entertain the guild at the borne of Mrs. Harris May 6. TRANS-AMERICA DOWN MARKET NEWS OF THE DAY STOCK MARKET WEAK DESPITE STEEL UPTURN NEW YORK, Apr. 28 W An ug turn in the steel Issue late in to day's session of the stock market failed to turn the receding tide of snare values, ana tne market closed with numerous small losses and few ranging from 3 to 7 oolnte. The market was a repetition of yes. terday's on a smaller scale. The list sold off substantially during the earlier hours, although selling was less active and more concentrated than In the previous session. Short covering, particularly in the steel Is sues caused a partial recovery In the last nour, out tne upturn only at tracted fresh selling In the last few minutes. Chemicals were distinctly weas. at tne unisn. ine aay Turn over was about three million shares. U. S. Steel was helped bv the ex. pectatlons that the regular dividend would be announced after the close of the market and recovered after losing 3 points. Bethlehem steel had a momentary upturn, apparently re flecting the belief that the ODDOsltlon to the Youngstown merger will be witnarawn. union uorblde was heavily sold In the late dealings, losing more than 4 points. Allied Chemical droo ped 10, recovered 5, then declined to ,-iose on 7. Trans-America was a weak feature for a time, declining more than points to a new low at 7 ft, but later recovering to B. , LA GRANDE RETAIL MARKETS Sugar, 100-lb. sack . Vegetables N. Gem potatoes, lb. sock CHICAGO WHEAT Ooen Hleh Maji (old) 8l',i94 .81 (new) 82H .82 U,J .01 Hept 80J, .61 14 "ec - 0X .S1 Low 81H .82 B0 .C0J4 6334 Close 814 8214 .fll.81V4 May July Sept. men . .08 6VX PORTLAND WHEAT Ulj-h .08 .07 K Close .08 HUQ All AND FLOUR PORTLAND. Apr. 28 OP) Sumvr: steady: (sacked basis) cane, fruit or oerry .iu per cwl. Beet sugar M.60 per owt. Flour: steady: (city delivery 'prices) family patent. 49s 84.60: whole wheat, 40s a.4.70; graham, 40s $4.60: bakore' hard wheat, 08s 6.20; bakers' bluestem patents, 08s 5.30; pastry Hour, OBs 64.60. . SAN FRANCISCO, Apr. 28 VP) Fifteen hundred shares of trans-America stock sold on the San Francisco stock exchange at the opening this Carl Burdlck were below last nliht'a clou. ThA n.Mni 1 PORTLAND PRODUCE Cove visitors Thursday. Mr. BurdlcK. was a block of 2.400 shares at the! lH charge of the Eastern Oregon same price. This is the lowest prlco' PORTLAND, Apr. 28 W) Eggs: Light and Power company plant at the stock has over reached. i wcnt. quotations unchanged. Covo some years eco. Is now. located Shortlv afterward -tim tvv rimnrwi ! Butter, milk (butterfat). countrv at Rock Creek. Mrs. Karen Hang, to 67.60 a share, selling In blocks of meats, mohair, nuts, cascara bark. ! motnor ot Mrs. BurdlcK. spent the a thousand. This was 62.12 below P. poultry, onions, potatoes, wool uiwmuuii imp tne uuraicKS at the last nignt's close and 25 per cent be- una na steouy onu unciiangod. , T -J,'.- V -, ' . low yesterday s opening prlco. Miss Lola Martin, who Is teaching . . . at Five Points, Is leaving for Chi- I IH'TTEItKAT cago at tho close of school. She ' SAN FRANCISCO, Apr. 28 (in will spend the summer with her Butterfat f. o. b. San Francisco 24c Strong Demand Is Resulting In Higher Prices PORTLAND, Apr. 28 UP) Whole-1 Fresh extras, doz."!Z sale butter and egg markets opened j Medium, doz. Parsley, bunch Cabbage, lb. . xenow onions, lb. Cauliflower, ( lb , Cucumbers ' Turnips. 2 bunches .... Lettuce, head ; Oarllc, lb. , Spinach, lb. . Oreen pepper, lb. Carrots, 2 bunches .... Yams, lb Tomatoes, lb Rhubarb, 6 lbs . New potatoes, 2 lbs. .. Asparagus. 2 lbs. . lc . 1.16 DC 60 2c 15c 16c .. 15o 10 a 15c 86c 60 ... 860 ' 15c 10c .. 2Sc 25c ... 260 .. 25c . 2Sc ... 10c Green Peas, 3 lbs. Onions, 3 bunches . fruit Florida grapefruit, 8 for -L.a0ca25c VHOHnaB, io.- , iqc Apples, box : 50c&aa.o0 Lemons, doz. 39c oranges, doz 25gr85c Dry prunes. 80 to 40 size, 2 lbs. 26c Strawberries, 2 boxes 45c Dairy Butter, creamery, lb. .- Cheese, lb. Honey, comb Cottage cheese, lb. .27o. U cocoa, doz. Bggs Mixed, doz. FIuui Hard Federation, 49 lbs. . Per barrel Soft wheat, bbl. 2 lbs. 66c 2B35 26o ; 20c . 18a 163170 . 13c 16c LIVERPOOL WHEAT LIVERPOOL, Apr. 28 H -close: May 64 July 66J4; - Wheat October The new IPODTTDiAVC Is a car of ainusBial grace and beauty . ccoEBoasical . . Dwwerfi&I . . seIIiBi!; at otsfiy DELIVERED EQUIPPED J unchanged today with butter firm with moderate receipts well taken, eggs weak with rather light supplies ample for needs of the trade. Country dressed meats and poultry wero steady In the early trading. Several days of bright warm weather has shipped up demand for warm wco.hor fruits and vegetables wlthiChoos and stenlta. hi -ain- Beef boll lh. Pot roast, lb. . Meat ai.26 4.76 4.00 16c ..16 e 17c r.sultant higher prices for berries and i Mincemeat, 2 lbs. oraugeo and an upward tendency ;pp. lemons. Strawberries from California topped at $2.76 per 20 pint crate and were cleaning up well In the Tuesday wholesale market. Oranges quoted at $3.60 to 84.00 a crate were up about 25 conts. uartiv duo to diminishing supplies of navels! wuicn are one to oe reolaced bv Vol- enclas next week. A newly arrived car of California celery was quoted at 81.26 a dozen ounencs in 4ft dozen crates. Quality was flno. . Government market news service reported : Portland's long-hoped-for sununerv active market weather has arrived ot last, ana many commodities are prof iling thereby. Asparagus arrivals from tho mid Columbia district show a preponder ance of misshapen stalks, as a result j of recent winds. Future harvesting should show finer quality. Plrst car load was lowed from that district yesterday. Sausage, lb. Homborger. lb. Ham, lb. Fish Salmon, lb. (fresh) Halibut, lb. (fresh) 36c 220 20c 23c 360 360 PORTLAND LIVESTOCK Owners of the new Pontiac are people who know from experience how to judge performance and quality. Theirs 'is no blind choice Tl,,... ..l-n -.ft . . . ..v.-v ocict.1 i unuac Dccause it enables them toenjov (it tajjes at moderate cost. Vou'll appreciate these fin 5.c-car advan- car features: KUW WO - IIOItKKIV Kit of quality performance possible at this price. Smooth, flexible, dependable -and decidedly economical despite its power. J;,!S'"" OIV IIAFTSM AX- . . Tlult iBimitble beauty of design nd styling which contributes so much to motoring pleasure-particularl- when you have guests. Upholstery ts (Inc. durable whipcord or mohair. Cushions are form, luting. There is plenty of room for the comfort of all in the car. in mim- i .suiiim:i, hassis A distinctly fine-car feature greatly adding to riduic Road shocks arc absorbed by mbbcr in4uljtioii at more than 0 chassi pouiu. mibber.cu.hioncd slwcklca. an iu. port i-it rt of this insiilaiioii system, not only pronirtle comfort and stability on the road, but iliminite lubrication at 12 points. isi i .tki to.sTin;n io. A notable advance in siiucncss of- body structure and ioulatioo which (huts out heat, co,d, Jjnipncss arid excessive noise. Buildinj; the cowl and vindshield pillars as a single piece prevents leaks and rattles. I.AICUK, rosiTIVK ISItAKKS llrakej that evenly grip all wheels withastop ping power that gives every member of the family new confidence in driving. If the new l'ontiac is anywhere near the motor car price you have in mind, test its actual value for yourself. A demonstration will be arranged at your convenience. This is tho prico of the 2-door Sedan or Coupe delivered to you in La Grande and equipped ready for use. Equipment Includes front and rear bumpers, shock ah-orbem, .1 wire nhrels, and extra tire, tube and (Ire lock. Other nimlrl-t prleed a follows: Sport Coupe Min. 4-dmir Sedan or Convertible Coupe !M0. Custom Kedaii 9S0. PORTLAND, Apr. 20 W Cattlo 60. calytw 10: most classes Bteady; upper grado atcers slow. steers 000-900 pounds, good 67.35 g 7.75. medium 8.75S7.33. common 83.75 U.76: 800-1100 lbs. good $7.36 87.75, medium 65.75 'i 98.50, common 95.75 0.60; 1100-1300 lbs. good 700-750, medium 8.00rt7.00. common $5.00, 66.00. Cows, good 5.758.00. com mon and medium M.78(65.75. low cuttor and cutter $3.50 n 94 75. Dulls (yearling escludjd) 5.00ws5.60. cut ter, common and medium 63.75 $r 65.00. Vealers milk fed 69.50610.50 medium $8.00 n 69.50. cull and Com mon 65.00 3 83.00. Calves 250-500 lbs. uooa and choice $8.00.89.50, common ana medium 84.50,,? $8.00. GRIDIRON CLUB HURLS BARBS AT VARIOUS THINGS (Coatlnuad from Page One) his remarks were confidential. Thero were numerous skits besides that on prohibition. In one of them tho "1931 Nobel prize." was awarded to Calvin Coolldge because, among other reasons, he "personifies' 'Bab bitt' to tho highest degree." The prize winner was told: "Now, If you wish, you are free to Blap Theodore Dreiser in tho face." Indian Program Given; Play Will Be Held Tonight The second of a series of two pro grams bclnc presented bv tho Nelsh- borhood club has been planned for this evening, when Sock and Buskin presents "The Boor.': by Anton Tche koff, at tho Eastern Oregon Normal school auditorium, at 8 o'clock. The play Is given as a part of the regu lar Neighborhood club program, aud members aro privileged to Invite their friends free of charge, Nelghbor- uuuu ciuo omciais state. Mrs. P. 8. Robinson presented last nogs. iuu. mesdy. (Sort or oily La Grande hotel a program on Indian hors and roasting pigs excluded.) music, devoting tho meeting to the Light lights 140 - 160 pounds 87.35 , Zunl Indians of Arizona, the oldest vu.-.. 1.IKU, lOU-aUO IDS. ' OI Clin (IU-C lerK. Thn Tt,H nna hnl Al'nrt tnat the sun gave life aud color, and worshipped the sun and color which 14.75 is all you need to pay for a smart new coat These coats have everything smart women want . . . the new crepey woolens . . . alL the important style details (scarfs, wide cuffs, crushed belts, flattering furs, revcrs). . . excellent tailoring . and a thrifty price. In black, skipper blue, new shades of tan and a few high shades. Sports and dress types. ' -' J. C. PENNEY CO., 1307-1309 Adams Ave. INC. La Grande, Oregon CHICAOO LIVESTOCK CHICAGO, Apr. 38 () (U. 8. D. A.) Hogs 21,000; bulk 140-210 lbs. 67.35 f $7.40; top $7.50: 220-320 lbs. 88.50;,7$7.25. I EVERYBODY'S MOTHER When God made the stars and the sunshine. The rain and tho flowers and the trees Cattle 8.500; calves 3,000; slaughter Ho createT.fn,hr cattle and vealers: steers, 'good and . He because sS u& choice 600-000 lbs. $8.00$10.25; ; untatttiS vealers good and choice $7.00 ff 68.75. ! Yau Twill vfh tr, rm.mi u 9885t .io7oT; K cS8SfiS! wS?15S"ji lZ $9.00$10.00; medium $8.25 69.00: shoo if 3 ..r5 . u 91-100 lbs. medium to choico $8.25fl. :,?p'." i?".!.1? ,m" ' "' $9.76; all weights, common $7.00 a feTedbv m?iS. a $8.36: ewos 90-160 lbs. medium to by Hcl,"dMlls B?.Qlfc choice $3.76 is $4.00; all weights, cull i H" 4-8-1 t. and common $1.60?$3.00. ..r.,tt.Mii;, pieaung, Dntton holes, etc Norton's Kiddy Shop. Adv. eouo ft 88.JS: lao.aoo lbs. $8 00 m $825. Medium weight 300-220 lbs. $7.25 'J $8.35; 220-250 Iba. $7.00 19 $800. Heavy weights 250-200 lbs. $0.75 f( $7.75: 200-350 lbs. $6.25 $7.50. Feeder and stacker pigs 70-130 lbs. $8.0O$0 6O. Packing sows 275 (J 600 lbs. $5 25(l $6.50. Sheep 100; steady for spring lambs, other elasAcs slow and weak; spots 61.00 lower, (quotations on shorn basin except spring lambs). Spring lamba 88.00: $3 50, medium $8.75 (it $8.00. Lambs 90 lbs. down $5.50 i $800. medium $4.75 tr 83.50. all weights, common 84 00 f? 84.75. Yearl ing wethers 00-110 lbs. medium to choice $3.75 588.50. Ewes 00-120 lbs. $2 son $3 .00: 120-150 lbs. $2.00 63.75. All weights $3.75 sj $4.75. WINMl'EO WHEAT WINNIPEG. Apr. 28 Wheat close: May G0?; July 63; October 64 tj. Cash: No. 1 hard 6lT:No. 1 north ern 60Ki; No. 2 northern 57i: No. 3 northern 53',. QIAKTERI.V DIVIDENDS A C. B X E R A L MOTORS V Air t 1 NEW YORK. Apr. 26 On The United States Steel corporation today declared the regular quarterly divi dends of $1.75 each on common and preferred stock. Mo J 1419 Adams Ave, PORTLAND CAHH PORTLAND, Ore.. Apr. 28 11 Cash wheat: Big Bend bluestem 68c. Soft white 68c. Western white 66c. Hard winter 8c. Northern spring 65c. Western red 65c. Osta. No. 3-38 lb. white $31.00. they attributed to the solar bodv. A day In the life of these Indians was selected with appropriate songs and chants for each event. "The Awakening at Dawn," was sung by Cecil Black, accompanied by Mrs. A. L. Stoddard. Kermlt RAgain sang "Sunrise Call" and the "Coming of Montezuma," accompanied by Miss Myrtle Wilcox. When the sun had completely risen the Zunl Indians sang a "Hymn to the Sun" which was reproduced last night by the Gatusl Camp Fire girls, accompanied by Mrs. Raymond O. Williams. Mrs. W. W. Nusbaum sang the "Invocation to the Sun God" and the "Incantation to the Sun God." accompanied by Mr. Nusbaum. The sun rises and tho cliff dwellers, warmed by its rays, go out to pro cure food. "The Hunting Song" was sung by E. E. Hurley, accomnanled by Mrs. Harley Richardson. Day is done, the sun is beginning to set. Miss Lenore Hesdley plaved as a piano solo, "Ghost Dance." Ronald Heas sler sang "Blanket Song." accom panied by Mrs. Lynn Wright; and the closing number of the day on the program "Sunset Song." was sung by the Gatusl Camp Fire, ac companied by Mrs. Williams. "The Boor." a Russian comedy of wits. In which three characters, the woman, the man. and the servant arc portrayed by Theresa Tabor. Floyd Baxter, and Boyd Jackson ts being directed by Miss Lena Foley, director of dramatics at the Eastern Oregon awauu scnooi. FIND IT HERE Copy for this Column most be In by I a. m. OLD TIME DANCE At Ooodbrod hall Wednesday night. Good floor. 4-28-2 tp. NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE COUNTY COURT OF UNION COUNTY. OREGON. In the Matter of the Estate of LOUIS IVERSON, Deceased. The undersigned having been duly ! Hiwmww wy me iounty (jourt, or Union County, Oregon, administratrix of the estate of Louis Iverson, de ceased, and having qualified, notice Is hereby given to the creditors and all persons having claims against said deceased, to present them, verified as required by law. within six months after the publication of this notice, w c. n. rcingo, attorney tor sold ad' ORIGINAL ETCHINGS A new assortment of beautiful original colored etchings, in all sizes and subjects suitable for every room in your home, has Just been received by Richardson's Art and Gift Shop. These axe personally selected num bers, chosen by Mr. Richardson when at the Art and Olft Show at Chicago this past February. You will enjoy seeing this fine new lot now at Rich ardson's Art and Gift Shop. 4-27-1 t FOR VOIR CAR When you break a side glass or your windshield, you will save both money and time by taking your car to Richardson, "The Art Man," at I Richardson's Art and Gift Shop. 4-28-1 t. FOR MOTHER'S DAY You will wish something distinctive and suitable for your mother. If vou have to send It away to some other mlnlstratrlx at his office In the West- Hurt oi tne country, you wiu una it jacooson ttuuaing La Grande, Ore- doubly easy by taking advantage of gon. the special gift service offered to you Dated April 7. 1031. by Richardson's Art and Gift Shop. I PEARL IVERSON. Administratrix of 4-37-1 t. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends for. their kindness and sympathy ex tended to us In our recent bereave ment. Also for the beautiful floral offerings. The Rahn family. 4-27-1 t. the estate of LOUIS IVERSON. De ceased. April 7. 14. 21 and 28. 'JIrE OF "SAL SETTLEMENT IN THE COUNTY COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON: FOR UNION COUNTY. In the matter of th Mtubi nf iSSS PAPIER. Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, executor of the will pf Joseph Palmer, deceased, has filed in. the County court of Union Co., pre., his final account of the admin istration of said estate, and that Thursday the 30th day of AprU. 1931, at the hour of 10 o'clock a. m. has been fixed by the said court as tho time for hearing of objections to said report and the settlement thereof. CHARLES L. PALMER, Executor. Mar. 31, Apr. 7. 14, 21. 28. Any support given by the business district to the annual May ball or P. O. Eagles will be appreciated and we will try and give them full ad vertising value for their money. The Committee. 4-28-1 t. We are still giving a free car wash with each oil change and greasing. Hill's Service, Junction Oregon Trail, Wallowa highway. Ph. Main 988. 4-22-8 t. 1 1 ' I il ' KINO TO BROADCAST NEW YORK. Apr. 38 W King Pm jacihipok of Stain will speak over a coast-to-coast hookup of the Colum bia broadcasting RVBtem from Wash- Today's car receipts: wheat 30; Hour em standard time. The talkla ex- .: com 3: cntu i; hay i. pcifcd to occupy about five minutes. SPRING SALE Model "T" Fords S40 to ?135 LARISON CHEVROLET CO. 1414 Adam Pbone Main a Hollywood Sandals Black, White and Sand only $2.98 Pair NEWTDRKlbTflRE Women's All-Pure Silk Hose 49c per pair Montgomery Ward & Co. 1101-3 Washington Ira La anno
