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A A A A A A A A I I I R. April 18, 1931 LA GRANDE EVENING OBSERVER, LA GRANDE, LOCAL BRIEFS Warrant FaultyAccording to Floyd who hog just returned from Portland where 9. warrant served against Melvin Batter, warrant information proved to be based on faulty and was dismissed. Melvin was released and his expenses from La Grande pala. Fined $50 and $25- Two men pleaded guilty in municipal court last night to liquor charges.

J. D. Casey admitted possessing liquor and fined was fined $50 and Will Merritt was $25 on a charge of drunkenness. Neither and both were remanded to jail, police report. Here YesterdayArt M.

Fish, head of the law enforcement department of the game commission, and Warren Cornell, with the department, were here yesterday from Portland. Mr. Cornell formerly served game warden in this county. Fish Feed PostponedThe fish feed which was to have been held at the Sportsmen's club at Union next Tuesday has been postponed indefinitely, according to reports made to Jim Morelock R. H.

Bonney. Shortage of fish WAS given by Mr. Morelock as the reason. AccidentA boy named Cooper suffered a leg bruise yesterday when a car, driven by Rose Peach, in attempting yea avoid another machine, hit his bicycle. The car traveling at a very slo wrate of speed, according to reports made to the police.

The acoldent occurred at 8:10 o'clock at Second and Adams. minor traffic accident occurred yesterday evening at 5:35 at Adams and Depot when cora driven by H. E. Taylor and Mrs. A.

L. Richardson collided. No one WAS hurt. Trial ContinuingThe le trial of the damage suit of P. Carman v8.

L. Veltman continued today, with the testimony for the defense being given this afternoon. It was expected that the case might be submitted to the jury late today. Jack Harper ArrestedJack Harper was arrested yesterday on 8 charge of driving an automobile without a driver's license. He was arraigned in the court of the Justice of the peace and paid a fine of $10.

Meet. TuesdayThe Ladles auxiliary of the B. of R. T. will meet in Eagles hall at 7:30 Tuesday evening for a business meetwhich will be followed by a 50- cial program at 9 o'clock.

The firemen, engineer and conductors and their families will join in this meeting. The Blue Mountain Wranglers are to entertain, and refreshments will be served. Marriage LicensesMarriage licenses were Issued yesterday by the county clerk to Cassius Hickey and Nellie C. Briggs, and to La Vaughn Walker and Opal Rimbey, all of La Grande. Eckleys In PortlandThe new state law removing the 35-mile-an-hour speed limit and replacing it with a regulation against "reckless driving" with certain advisory.

speed limits has apparently met with the favor of the residents of Eastern Oregon, according to Victor Eckley, state representative from Union county, who was in Portland yesterday. Mr. Eckley was one of the legislators who helped to pass the new traffic regulations, which will become effective June 6. "The public seems to accept the new regulations as in Have your child's hair cut while you are getting a Permanent, Finger Wave or Marcel at the COLONIAL BEAUTY SHOP La Grande Hotel Ph. M539 AUTOMOBILE LOANS Contracts Refinanced Money Loaned L.

H. IRWIN Office Studebaker Garage NELSON OPPOSITE POST OFFICE accord with present practices and good -The common sense." said Mr. Eckley. Oregonian. Synod President Here Rev.

D. Kistler, of Everett, Wash. president of the Pacific Synod or the Lutheran church, will be in La Grande Sunday will hold a meeting of the congregation following the regular services at 11 o'clock. Miss Cherry HereMiss Frances Cherry, reporter for 8 Nampa, newspaper, and formerly a reporter on the Observer, WAS to Enterprise to spend the weekend in La Grande last night on her, way with her parents. To PortlandF.

L. Ralston, who has been slightly ill for the past few days, left yesterday for 8 weeks vacation in Portland and Seaside. Mrs. Parks VisitsMrs. Fred Parks, daughter of Dr.

and G. Kirby, left yesterday for Portland to visit with Mr. and Mrs. Parks, her husband's parents. Lieutenant Parks is stationed with the marines in Nicaragua.

From TacomaHenry Buchhold, of Tacoma, arrived this morning in La Grande to spend a few days at the Frank Hanson home. Attends TournamentMiss Elsie Weis, of Baker, a member of the glee club which is attending the music tournament, is a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hanson for the weekend. Elgin PastorRev.

A. Bell, pastor of Gospel Mission, of Elgin, and son, James, are spending the weekend the house guests of Mr. and Mrs. 8. B.

Zigler, of this city. Mr. Bell, who has been pastor of the Elgin Mission for the past year, 1s en route to the Ozarks, of Arkansas, where he has been called to the evangelistic field in the White River region of the Ozarks and the Arkansas River valley country with headquarters at Ozarks. Drive to PortlandAbout 30 members of the Women's Benefit association will leave early tomorrow morning for Portland to attend their convention on April 20, 21 and 22. In addition to members of the association, those are Bert Spencer, Miss Fern Lostine, going, Othie Enterline, and Roe Buchanan.

Odd Fellows MeetThe meeting the Odd Fellows at the I. O. O. F. hall last night was devoted to the regular routine of business.

They will meet again next Friday evening. From Walla WallaA. Youdovitch, of Walla Walla, 1.3 in La Grande today on business. Mr. Youdovitch is an occasional visitor in La Grande, and has become known for his activities in the hides and pelts business.

Leaves HospitalMrs. C. W. Schultz, of Baker, who recently underwent an operation at the Wonderlick hospital, left for her home yesterday. Returns Home- Ray, 17-year-old son of Mr.

and Mrs. Claud C. Pratt, who underwent a major surgical operation about 10 days ago, returned to his home from the Wonderlick hospital. Returns HomeAfter undergoing a tonsil operation in La Grande, Wylle Dalton has rturned to home in North Powder. He was confined in the Bouvy hospital for a few days following the operation.

Mrs. Lee IllMrs. R. C. Lee, of Union, wife of Rev.

R. C. Lee, pastor of the Methodist church Union who is very well known in La Grande for his activities in the Knights of Pythias and church work, is confined to her home by serious illness and is under the care of a doctor and a Mrs. Lee has been Hot Lake sanitorium part of the winter but to her home recently where she became 111 again. Visits MotherMrs.

Wall was in Haines Wednesday to visit with her mother, Mrs. Elsminger. She has returned to her home in La Grande now. Has Motion PictureJ. L.

Peterson, associate range aminer of the Whitman national forest, secured 100 feet motion picof deer, elk and scenic features in the area betwen Elgin and Wallowa on th Minam river this week. He counted 75 deer and 20 elk in three days. Tracks of elk on the head cf Deer and Squaw creeks adjacent ito the forest boundary indicate that FREE LECTURE ON CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Science; The Science of Divine Healing" by John Ellis Sedman, C. S. of Cambridge, Mass.

Memb reof the Board of of Lecture- Christ, ship of the Mother Church, The First Church Scientist, in Boston, Mass. in the LA GRANDE HOTEL BALL ROOM MONDAY EVENING, APRIL 20th AT 8 O'CLOCK The Public is Cordially Invited to Attend Page Five there were about 200 head on the east side of the Minam river, he states. Elk summering on the head of Indian and Clark's creeks migrate across the Minam river to Squaw and Deer creeks. which is considerable lower elevation range, Mr. Peterson states.

Ranger Peterson's headquarters are in Baker. Baler. VisitorsLa Granders recently in Laker were Charles A. Selby, J. Jordahl, Stewart Penington.

C. D. Potter In BakerC. D. Potter, of La Grande, visited in Baker yesterday.

Mr. Potter is a representative of a building and loan association here and was transacting business in Baker. He returned home last night. At Editors MeetArne G. Rae arrived in La Grande this morning to attend a district meeting of the Oregon State Editorial manager of the association and has association.

Mr. as Rae is the field his headquarters at the University of Oregon. Mr. Rae will return to Condon this evening and plans to be In La Grande again Tuesday evening to confer with local newspaper men. He is making a tour of Eastern Oregon, visiting newspaper shops holding district conferences.

Mrs. Rae companied him to Condon where she remained with friends. Attend MeetingMr. and Mrs. George Aiken are spending today in La Grande where Mr.

Aiken is attending the district editorial conference. He is editor and publisher of the Argus, Ontario's weekly newspaper. Mr. Aiken attended a meeting in Walla Walla yesterday and drove to La Grande this morning. They will leave directly after the conference for their home.

0. N. G. Pay ArrivesPay checks totaling $1111.93 have arrived in La Grande and will be distributed to members of Company 186th Infantry Monday night during drill, Captain Walter Bean announced today. The checks for the were somewhat larger than usual due to a better attendance.

League Worker HereRalph Leudtke, of Vancouver, president of the Columbia district Luther league arrived in La Grande this morning to remain for a short visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Stitzinger.

Mr. Leudtke will attend the banquet of the La Grande Luther league this evening and as president of the Columbia district, will welcome the newly organized La Grande branch into the district league. He expects to remain here until Sunday afternoon. U. S.

EMPLOYMENT CHANGES SERVICE (Continuea form Page One) which the service will be divided are the building trades, mining and qurrying, manufacturing, transportation, clothing, mercantile, and marine seamen and longshoremens. The veterans service will be nationwide in its scope and the farm employment service will be expanded. There also will be a director of information. State Directors Listed State directors include: Washington, W. C.

Carpenter, 421 Federal building, Spokane. Oregon, E. J. Stack, 40 Labor Temple, Portland. Idaho, Thomas W.

McDonough, 1116 Jefferson street, Boise. Utah, A. C. Wilson, 65 Wane Court, Salt Lake City. Montana, Stephen Ely, room 17 Montana building, Helena.

Secretary Doak announced a committee was being assembled to study technical employment and survey employment situation. TIGERS RECEIVE FIRST BIG TEST (Continued furm rage One) Conley, Willie Torrence, Corwyn Beery and others, La Granders hope to stage a comeback. so some Beyond real stars question this La year, Grande but there has are several events in which the Tigers are not so strong. This year it appears to be up to the veterans to pile up enough points in their specialtles, although Coach Ira Woodle may uncover some new talent before the district contest here May 2. Coach Woodle and about 8 score athletes left by car for Pendleton at 9 o'clock this morning.

The Observer has made arrangements to secure the point score of the meet late this afternoon. MUSICIANS OF L. H. S. LEAD IN TOURNEY (Continued form Page One) Callum, Donald Fossum, Elwood Davis.

Accompanists are Mrs. H. R. Grant. Annette Hoskins, Ethel Rogers and Alberta Hunt.

From Lostine are Bertha Downs, Ruth Swart, Martha Crow, Jeannette Harris, Joyce Winings, Margaret Poley, Lora Sherma, Freda Hall, Myrtle Downs, Helen Leonard, Esther Fleener, Opal Garrett, Marion Pearce, Calvin Plants, Maynard Haaland, Ralph Breashears. Louis Olson, Louis Crow. Vernon Breashears, Warner Crow. Pauline Bradley and Margaret Poley are accompanists. Irrigon has entered Donald Isom, Robert Dexter, Shirley Frederickson, Florine Brace, Josephine Frederickson, Belle Frederickson, Edward Houghton, Nellie Leicht, Lena Rose, Vallas Dexter, Robert Walpole, Wiley Benefiel, Vonna Jones and Maxwell Jones.

Florence Brace is accompanist. The pupils winning the events will be announced Monday, according to Miss Jennie Peterson, musical director of the Eastern Oregon Normal school. AWAIT ARRIVAL OF SOVIET SHIP (Continued trom Page One) Ingrad March 6 and WAS then for three weeks caught in the ice of the frozen Baltic sea. Her arrival had been expected during the past few days, communicate with her by radio but because all attempts to falled. she had become today something of a mystery ship.

PROGRAM By Winners of EASTERN OREGON MUSIC TOURNAMENT (Proceeds to finance Tournament) E. 0. Normal Auditorium 8 P. M. SATURUDAY Adults 50c Students 25c WHEN HUSKIES TOOK CREW CLASSIC OF WEST CALIFORNIA WASHINGTON NEA Repeating their clean sweep of last year, the University of Washington's Husky crews came out of the north to take all three events in their annual crew tilt with the University of California.

Above photo shows the finish of the varsity race on Oakland estuary. The Soviets intend the Anversoles' cargo to furnish a test case, which status of such Russian products can be established, before openIng of the Northern Russian shipping season, according to the American lumber men. The question at issue is whether the lumber was produced by convict labor. In such case it would be barred from the country by federal rulIngs. One of the delegation was H.

W. Murphy of the West Coast Lumbermen's association. Antiques, Quilts Feature Display Staged at Union By Mrs. L. Z.

Terrall (Observer Correspondent) UNION (Special)-The display of antiques a and beautiful quilts at the Woman's club Thursday afternoon brought out many rare old treasures that would have furnished a stimulus to the acquisitive propensities of any antique collector. It WAS the first display of this kind to be held here and although had not been vertised much it proved such a success that it is likely to become an annual event. Mrs. Cecil Griggs had charge the program which consisted of several musical numbers. Virginia Ward and Dora Crouter Bang duet accompanied by Ethel Conklin; the high school orchestra under the direction of Miss Erla Clark played 8 beautiful selection, "The Bohemian Glace Vaden played a trumpet solo accompanied by Miss Clark at the piano; and the chorus sang several old time songs.

Only partial list of the many things displayed was made, and included the things that attracted unusual Interest. There WAS an old pewter lamp usually pictured as the "Lamp of Learning" bearing the date 1780 entered by Miller, Other antiques exhibited, by Mrs. Miller were an history 104 years old that was printed when the union had but 20 states; and her mother's spinning wheel that Was brought to America in 1878 and was said to be 81 years old. There were several Interesting things belonging to the Levys among which was their mother's wedding vell 72 years old; 8 very elaborate embroidered and tucked baby dress worn by Leon Levy (we aren't telling his age but dress years old); a tapestry, with a Biblical scene of the time. of Moses bearing the ten commandments in Hebrew and a German memorial to the Jewish soldiers for their, be services in the war of 1848.

It has been in the Levy family many years. Among the daguerrotypes and old photographs WAS 8 quaintlyframed picture of G. F. Hall's grandmother that was sald to be 125 years old. Mrs.

Will Vogel had several articles over 100 years old among which were some baby garments with invisible hand stitching and A pair of flowered slippers worn by a great aunt. A fire tongs displayed by Alice Cadwell bore quite a history. It was given to C. L. Cadwell by Mary Alden Buchanan, of the sixth generation of John and Priscilla Alden.

It 1s known to be over 200 years old. Mrs. Anne Schoonover had a collection of heirlooms that were unique as well 88 old. One Was a dress shirt all hand made of the finest linen and was. evidently It intended for 100 very large man.

was over years old. Mrs. Lew Bideler showed a book of Ossian's poems printed in 1823 and Mrs. N. L.

Ward had a book of volumes of Harper's for 1869, bound by her grandfather. A fife that served Its purpose in the American revolution was the possession of the great-(or great-great) grandfather of Mrs. Walter Cock. There WAS a silver butter dish that was in the family of Mrs. WIll Campbell 125 years ago.

An appliqued and quilted quilt made by Roy Conklin's grandmother 81 years ago attracted the most attention among the quilts because of its beauty of work and colors ter all these years. Mrs. Crouter showed Chinese red wool couch blanket beautifully embroldered and said to be somewhere between one and four hundred years old. It was from 8 nobleman's castle of the Chinese empire. Mrs.

Bell Wright exhibited a quilt spun and carded by her mother 87 years ago. There were many other exhibitors and exhibits, all of deep Interest but time WaS lacking to make the list complete. The high school orchestra and the director, Miss Erla Clark went to La Grande to participate in the Eastern Oregon music tournament. The selection they have selected to play in the contest was "The Bohemian Girl." The advent of the fishing season was not attended the usual enthusiasm this year" although the opening day WAS ideal. Catherine creek has been too high and too muddy to allow successful fishing.

The only real luck reported thus far 18 that of R. H. Bonney who caught his limit the first day. However he had to go to the Wallowa river to do it. Louis Derby accompanied him.

The regular meeting of the sewing circle of the Auxiliary has been postponed one week because of the 10-feature carnival and dance that is Ing put on at the Goodbrod dance ball next Wednesday evening for the benefit of the Legion and Auxiliary. The nature of the entertainment has not been announced but it promises some pleasant surprises. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Lamb entertained several of their friends at the Puckett home Thursday evening.

The evening was spent in playing pinochle after which a lunch WAS served. Mrs. P. A. Goodbrod won women's first prize, Earl Hetrick, the men's, and Owen Puckett the low.

fasted with Queen Victoria, later conferring with the Duke of Miranda to learn the latest news from Spain. The king and queen of Spain announced that they would not leave their hotel apartment and no visitors were scheduled to see them. Hotel attaches were puzzling over what to do with the avelanche of flowers which continues to pour ID. The condition of the Prince of the Asturias. heir to the abandoned throne, was salat to.

be improved today. REBELS SURRENDER Portugal, Apr. 18, (AP) -The government was advised wireless today the rebel garrison on the island of Terceira, Azores, had surrendered and that government troops had taken control of the island. FIND IT HERE Copy for this Column must be In by 9 a. m.

SPRING IS HERE Make your house cleaning easy by getting can of the wonderful sop cleaner at Richardson's Art and Gift Shop. You will save hours of work and leave your woodwork like new 11 you use this soap paste. It 18 the cheapest cleaner on the market and best. Ask about it at Richard- son's Art and Gift Shop. 4-10-9 t.

LADIES Your last years straw or braid hat can be made new when done over with the air brush at Richardson's Art and Gift Shop. Do not throw your hat AWAy because it 18 faded, when it can be made new at ao small a cost to you. 4-16-3 t. Hemstitching, pleating, button holes, eto. Norton's Kiddy Shop.

-Adv. A REAL $2.00 SPECIAL The cleverest desk and radio lamp ever offered for 82.00 is now on speclay sale at Richardson's Art and Gift Shop. It is extremely new and different to anything that you have ever seen. You could use it in a dozen places in your home. See it now at Richardson's Art and Gift Shop.

4-16-3 t. CARD OF THANKS We wish to sincerely thank our many friends for their kindness and sympathy, and also for the beautiful flowers, extended during our recent bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. Max Burke.

4-17-1 tp. NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE COUNTY COURT. OF THE STATE OF OREGON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF UNION. In the matter of the estate of LAURA E. KENT, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that T. J. Scroggin of La Grande, Union County, Oregon, was on the 10th day of April, 1931, appointed Executor of the estate of Laura E. Kent, deceased, and has duly qualified as such, and notice is hereby further given to all creditors and all persons having claims against the catato of said deceased, to present such claims with the proper vouchers, verified according to law, within six months from the date of this notice, to-wit: within six months from the 10th day of DEPT. STORES Co IN THE WEST Store No.

13 La Grande, Ore. NEW STYLES Rayon Lingerie 3 for $1 PANTIES VESTS BLOOMERS STEP INS A YEAR AGO 49c April, 1931, the date of the first publication of this notice, to the said Executor at his office, United States National Bank, in La Grande, Oregon. T. J. SCROGGIN.

Executor. 07 Apr. 11-18-25. May 2-9. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice Is by this given that the undersigned has been appointed tor' of the estate of Andrew 180.20 Matheson, deceased, by the County Court of Union County, OreAll persons having claims against the gon, and has duly qualified as st such.

said estate are notified to present them duly verified at the office of the undersigned in the La Grande National Band Building, La Grande, Oregon, within six months of the first publication of this notice, which is on the 18th day of April, 1931. J. S. HODGIN, Administrator, La Grande, Oregon. Apr.

18-25. May 2-9. MEIER DOWNS PROTESTS OF KAY AND HOSS Continued From Page One) sented by Leo Dymitt, flax plant foreman at the resumption of the board of control hearing on charges against Meyers. Dymitt, who WAS on the stand 88 adjournment was taken last night, was recalled today by Governor Julius L. Meier to answer further questions concerning charges brought by the governor against Meyers as reason for his demand that he be dismissed.

The other two members of the board, Hal E. Hoss and Tom B. Kay, desired proof of the charges before voting on the removal of the superintendent. Gambled For Tobacco Dymitt, under questioning by Attorney John C. Veatct for the governor, stated it was common knowledge there was considerable gambling among convicts for "packs," referring to packages of tobacco.

He further testified that he had heard that Edwards had joined the convicts in the games at several occasions. He admitted he had not known of any other officials or guards joining in these games. Concerning a petition, which Dymitt stated was placed with the prison guards he had not seen any signatures on it, endorsing Superintendent Meyers. The witness also testified to attempts of sabotage on the part of the convicts following notice of wage reductions, but that no damage resulted. He stated the prisoners favored a merit system of wage, whereby days would be taken off their time, rather than money.

The merit plan was proposed to the board by the governor. Tells of Low Inventory Dymitt testified of a low inventory being taken of the plant and supplies at the time Colonel W. Bortram took office, which was done Meyers and Bartram. He also considered the overhead too high for officient operation, declaring it posdalble to cut this down about twothirds. The overhead was figured nt nbout $60 a day.

He declared Bartram visited the plant several times day, but did not spend much time plants. Colonel Bartram, in charges of flax industry, effective was dismissed by the board May 1. The hearing today was of a more orderly nature, and the crowd dwindied to about half of the opening day's throng. The governor expressed a desire to complete the henring today if It runs into the night, but other members of the board hope to adjourn the session early in the afternoon to continue it Monday. Heresay Testimony Upon cross examination Dymitt admitted he was not en expert on costa, and that he did not know what all was included in overhead.

He further admitted all his testimony on gambling at the WAS from heresay. Dymitt testified that der the present administration prisoners. now did not get their hands on form of dope, which did occur previously, and there had been no unrest in the. penitentiary nor attempts to burn buildings. Previous administrations were lax with the flax industry, the witness further stated, and that present more business is being done than formerly, even though the machinery wAs obsolete and did not keep up with other improved methods of handling flax.

Dymitt's testimony consumed most of the morning session, and the governor indicated the hearing would adjourn at noon until Tuesday mornIng. The governor's attorneys stated several farmers wished to testify In addition to other regularly summoned witnesses. The defense was expected to call' witnesses either late Tuesday or Wednesday. 1930 PROFITS OF LEADING FIRMS 6 PCT. (Continued from Page One) ment volume is shown in all classes of Oregon securities, the most healthy Increases are in morgage loans on city and farm properties, totaling $68,367,906 for 1930, Averill said.

Investments in state, school, road, municipal and other bonds amounted to $24,568,758 an increase of $1,509,8846 or 0.6 per cent over the five-year average and $1,606,180 or 7 per cent over 1029. Analysis of investments by classification of insurance businesa transacted, 1030 compared to 1929, shows that life insurance compantes head the list with an aggregate of 522,418 or 87.5 per cent of the total for all classes, an increase of 198 over 1929; fire companies, 185, an increase of $571,275, and miscellaneous companies $3,22.138, an increase of $406.096. Fraternal cleties had a total of 85,893,958 invested at the close of 1930 which WAR a decrease of $347,517 from the total of 1929. BUY WITH SAFETY 1926 Ford Roadster 95 1924 Ford Coupe 45 Coupe 135 1926 Ford Touring 50 LARISON CHEVROLET CO. 1414 Adama Phone Main 2 Sentman, Gordon Break Records In Kansas Meet LAWRENCE, Kan.

Apr. 18. (AP) Kansas relays records were bettered here today by Lee Sentman, University of Illinois hurdler, and Edward Gordon, negro broad jumper of the University of Iowa, in preliminary trials run off with a slightly favorable wind. Sentman skimmed over the 110-yard high hurdles In 14.5 seconds, one-tenth of a second over the world record. The Illinois flash established A Kansas relays record of 14.6 here last year.

The Iowa negro leaped 25 feet, inches, surpassing the Kays relays record of 24 feet, inches, made by Jones of De Pauw in 1924. Gordon won the broad Jump here last year with a mark of 25 feet, inches. Swift, of Washington State college, won the fastest preliminary heat in the 100-yard dash, aided by 8 wind. His time was 9.5 seconds, of a second over the Kansas Relays record made last year by Cy Leland, of Texas Christian university, also under favorable conditions. Glass, of Oklahoma A.

and led his heat by running the century in 9.7 seconds. James A. Bausch of the Kansas City athletia club held a lend of 108 points over Wilson Charles, national A. A. decathlon champion, after completion of eight events in the decathlon.

ATHLETES COMPETING VANCOUVER. Apr. 18 (AP) Four hundred athletes from 24 high schools of Oregon and Washington were here today for the sixth annual Vancouver relay carnival to be held on the Vancouver High school track. BLOSSOM DAY TOMORROW THE DALLES, Apr. 18 (AP) The Dalles will celebrate blossom day tomorrow, and many local families are planning on taking friends on motor jaunts through the blossom area south of the city.

weather is ideal for cherry orchards and tracts are In full bloom. FEDERAL AGENTS RAID N. Y. CLUB (Continued from Page One) gists. Five men were arrested, two of them druggists.

Mr. McCampbell charged that one of the men, an ngent for a legitimate whiskey and alcohol house, supplied whiskey 'to druggists under permit, then got It back from the drugglets and covered up the transaction by the use of fraudulent prescriptions. It 18 alleged that the group operated a "cutting" plant in Brooklyn. PROSECUTION OF ROYALISTS SEEN (Continued form Page One) trouble has developed over the religlous question, despite apprehensions, and tranquility reigns throughout the nation. Peseta Improves The peseta improved to a mark of 0.60 to the dollar, the exchange showed increasing strength and a general atmosphere of more confidence in the Republic seemed to develop.

The government also plans to vestigate the disposition of some 4,000,000 pesetas contributed to the do. Rivera dictatorship by banks and commercial houses some say under pressure and supposedly used by the dictator for charity. Senor Berenguer probably will be examined privately by a special Judge Monday in proceedings similar to a grand jury investigation. It is the opinion in some quarters that he may be sentenced to prison because Republicans, many of whom were jalled by the Monarchy, feel that some one should taste the same medicine. The Republic has no idea of attempting to try King Alfonso for his responsibility in setting up the de Rivera dictatorship or for the Morocco military disasters, observers said.

KING LEARNS LATEST NEWS PARIS, April 18 (P)-King Alfonso arose late this morning and break- WATCH THIS PAGE MONDAY FOR STORIES OF SERVICE Walker's Funeral Home Free Ambulance Service Phone Main 42 Lady Attendant STANDARD, LAUNDRY Co.I WANTS TO DO YOUR WASH JUST SAY THE WORD TO ME TELL YOUR TROUBLES TO OUR PHONE ORDER THE SWEET AND CLEAN SERVICE STANDARD LAUNDRY AND DRY CLEANING CO. WIFE SAVING STATION SWEET AND CLEAN 2 Pull Wool Suits $20.00 $22.50 $25.00 Trotter's QUALITY THE STORE FOR EVERY MAN SATURDAY SPECIALS Walnut Cream per lb. Cream Taffy ..........30 per lb. OUR CANDIES ARE ALWAYS FRESH La Grande's New Candy Shop Next to Jack Allen's THE NOOK BAR- Re-Opening With Expanded Facilities Drop in and BAR SANDWICHES Have Lunch SALADS With Us. We T-BONE STEAKS and FRENCH FRIES Have New 5 to 8 P.

M. Specials For HOME MADE PIES CAKES Every Day in THE BEST COFFEE IN TOWN-SILEX The Week.

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