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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1908
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices and terms including daily and weekly rates in advance, and reports second class matter status at La Grande post office. It also notes manuscript submission rules, advertising rates, and penalties for unsigned articles with editor discretion.
The 1907 report shows Philippine imports at 20 060 140 dollars up 15 percent and exports at 34 127 254 dollars up 4 percent. Leading import sources include the United States and Britain, with Japan and Australia also present. Declines in rice imports reflect domestic supply growth and wheat flour replacing rice. A separate note warns U S youth about pursuing jobs in China.
The piece notes Oregon's political campaign shifting into high gear with the primary on the 17th. It discusses Statement No. 1, undecided pledges among Republican candidates, and the goal to reduce legislative hold ups. It urges registration at the court house and notes L. W. Faulk as a Republican candidate for constable.
Salem Oregon April 6 1908 two women Mira Rhoades and Lulu Goode were arrested with their husband and brother after horsewhipping Presiding Elder W H Coffey of the Free Methodist Church amid a dispute over J F Goode’s suspension. Coffey says this is the fourth assault since November. Also reported: a building collapse near York hotel killed nine and injured five.
Reports from Rome say J Pierpont Morgan is seriously ill but relatives in New York have no details. The illness rumor sparked a stock market flurry while Morgan's office issued a denial and ticker tapes carried the statement at noon.
Mia J. P. White of Rushboro Pa proclaims no need to die of lung trouble thanks to Dr King s New Discovery. He credits it with quickly loosening coughs and curing lung disease even when hopeless. It is sold at Newlir drug store with guarantee in 60c and 1 trial bottle free.
Beulah Hawkins, a patient at the county hospital in Mire, has remained in a deep sleep for two months with no sign of awakening. The illness began before her admission and has persisted since.
Don't wait till you're made of money. Pay just $1 a week at Davis-Jordan Music Co to buy all makes of talking machines.
Five room house with bath and pantry offered for sale. Terms to the right buyer. Must be sold at once. Inquiries to Black 1032 or at 1602 M Street.
Help wanted for a boy to act as a messenger at the Western Union office. Apply in person at the local office for the position.
For sale four good half Jersey cows. Must be strong and productive. Contact farmer at 104s or W OL Sherwood. Phone call preferred to arrange viewing and price.
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