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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1906
Page
2
A damaged OCR text hints at a notice about publication delays and editorial freedom. It mentions advance dates and signet articles, with unclear names and instructions. The readable content suggests contractual terms but lacks coherent details or identifiable entities.
At a Missouri society dinner in New York Attorney General Hadley condemned bribery and railroad rebates, arguing corporations behind the law corrupt politics. He warned vast trusts may not endure open lawbreaking and urged public conscience and vigorous prosecutions to protect the rights of the poor as well as the rich, without embracing socialism or government ownership.
A Roseburg Review editorial hopes Republican exchanges post primary that avoid paid political content. A Cardinal Gibbons quote cites press exposure curbing graft. A London doctor praises night air as germ free and beneficial, while joking about husbands out at nights.
Poem celebrates a quiet steadfast life and modest virtue. It reflects on fame’s rust and crowns that fade, asserting the happiest heart rests in simple daylight and leaves glory to heaven. The poet contrasts public praise with private virtue.
In town this week Newvin Diva Co promotes family soap boxes offered at 20 cents. The window display urges every household to buy one or call to order, highlighting an accessible price and local shop call to action.
First publication March 26 1906 in Union County Oregon Circuit Court. Plaintiff J E Bateman sues Allen Clark to appear by May 8 1906 and answer. Judgment for 55 76 plus 8 percent interest after Oct 30 1905 plus $20 attorney fees and costs. Attached land description NEY of SW and SEY of NW Sec 18 Twp 5 S R 565 E W M to satisfy judgment.
For sale a five room cottage with bath pantry two large closets china closet barn two lots with fruit trees and strawberries on second Street near Mr Bohnnekamps residence. Well watered good grass adjoining Morgan Lake suitable for horses or cattle at $1.00 per month. Tuos Broadnurst contact W H Saxly Red 1222 LaGrande Oregon April 10 1906.
An advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a supreme curative, warning against ordinary medicine and urging readers to avoid doping themselves. The pitch lists a 55 cent price and credits Newtin Dave Co. as the seller.
A man named W. W. Palmer, long missing for eleven years, was found in northeastern Washington by relatives via a newspaper, after no word had been sent home during his absence. His elderly mother rejoiced at the reunion reported by the Wallowa News.
New line of tablets has arrived at W. K. Davis, located at 1514 Adams Avenue. The notice emphasizes fresh stock and immediate availability for customers seeking the latest devices.
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