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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1908
Page
4
The notice outlines pricing for daily and weekly editions, advance payments, and postal rates. It warns that unsigned articles may be altered by editors, and requests authors to sign submissions. Advertising rates and line charges for local notices are listed, with condolence resolutions limited to a single line.
G A Weargate calls for April 10 committee meeting to set a state convention date to choose delegates for Chicago and nominate electors and a platform for June elections. The Observer urges pre primary conventions and unified platforms, noting 60 to 100 Republican hopefuls and county forums.
Lang County emerges debt free after ending a two year drought phase described as dry. County officials announce full repayment and financial relief for residents and local services.
The Observer summarizes proposed amendments to Oregon’s constitution to be voted in June. It details pay for legislative members four hundred dollars per regular session ten dollars per day for extra sessions up to twenty days traveling expenses and additional compensation for officers.
Judge M A Harrison has filed a petition to run in the Democratic primary for an opening justice of the peace seat in Ia Grande Justice and constable district.
In the Oregon district court of Union County La Grande National Bank sues John Ott and Peter Bousquet. Defendants must appear by April 6 1908 or risk judgment for 215 dollars plus eight percent interest from 1906 and 35 dollars attorney fees plus costs. Property attached includes lots 12 3 14 15 14 in line 145 and lots 7 and ? in block 67 Chaplin addition La Grande Oregon. Notice published by order of Judge T H Crawford February 1906 with first publication February 26 1908.
Spokane investigators and St. Joe jeweler W F Harman discuss the mysterious absence of George B Harman last seen in Spokane two weeks ago. Friends describe him as steady and devoted to family. Elks and other NW lodges have circulated his description as a detective is hired.
A Grande Ronde reunion in Seattle Saturday night drew a mix of attendees from nearby and distant places. Notable names listed include Mary Talt, Cor ON, Mestre Burdette Thom ason, Burl Kilpatrick, Netto Kiddie, Carrie and Stella Hunter of Island City, and Flore efite Severs of Cove.
A marriage was levied in the afternoon involving Al L. Waite of Logan UK and Mise Ells Whiting of Ma Glenn, details of the records indicate a public action affecting the union.
A fragmentary notice details 1520 acres of pasture near Union with most land waterlogged. It mentions stock and machinery and asks to contact owner C. F. Siemseh at an address for further action.
Promote settling in the Grande Ronde Valley urging readers to examine local resources and consider relocation benefiting prospectors and homeseekers seeking land and opportunity in the region.
Senator Jefferson Davis was fined $23 in Little Rock for disturbing the peace during a fist fight with Deputy Prosecutor Thomas Helm. Davis appeals the verdict claiming self defense, while witnesses say he smashed the mace and used strong profanity.
W A Worstell filed petitions across county precincts demanding a county court order to place the saloon prohibition measure on the June ballot under the local option law. The petition lists 632 signers gathered in three days.
Last night a large crowd gathered at the Electric theater to enjoy mostly humorous films. One standout act featured C. PL Perrin singing and performing in "Same. Where" delivering admiralty themed performances.
In Washington on April 1 the Hyde-Benson land fraud case was argued with Justice Stafford presiding. Over 500 witnesses attended as the court heard testimony and rumors circulated about state evidence involving Judge Schnader.
By order of the United States court the Basin Brewery company property at Basin Mont will be sold at five tons at Boulder tomorrow. The property is described as very valuable and desirable for purchase by bidders.
James Beaver announces horses are wanted for training to harness for single or double driving and riding. Horse owners may bring their animals to him at reasonable charges. Address General Delivery La Grande, Oregon.
Henry Watterson, editor of the Louisville Courier Journal, after a Cuban affairs examination, said Havana April 1 that rare international disorders will break out within a year following the withdrawal of American troops from the island.
J W Chenault of North Powder, a Grande Ronde valley native, visits relatives. B G Batley, principal of North Powder public school, is in town. M Blonvans and L Polo of Cove attend the M W A convention at Astoria City. A F E Cruce of Union is a La Grande visitor. John Richards of Cove was a business visitor today.
C J Richards proclaims eight years of experience as auctioneer and promises satisfaction. He invites customers to view sale bills before ordering, locating next to the post office at Littlem.
Davis Jordan Music Co promotes April Victor records with a focus on new titles and artists. This brief notice highlights upcoming catalog additions and availability through the local shop.
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