Observer Notice for La Grande Postal Service
The Observer indicates second class matter status at the La Grande post office with additional unreadable text.
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1911
Page
4
The Observer indicates second class matter status at the La Grande post office with additional unreadable text.
Rev Upton H Gibbs explains why Good Friday is central to Christian belief. He argues Jesus Christ is both God and man, born of the Virgin Mary and crucified for humanity’s salvation, fulfilling the creed and establishing pardon through faith. The piece notes the solemnity of the observance and personal devotion.
Ohio State Journal notes a Chicago printed menu with two striking items Baked Bean Rarebit and Rhubarb Baked on Casserole. The writer says specifics are omitted as the name suffices and the baked bean remains a permanent standby while rhubarb offers seasonal brightness.
A Denver Times humorous piece notes a shift in fame where celebrated athletes find new roles after public disinterest. It imagines Eugene Sandow as King George’s trainer and jokes about using a jailed Mr. Johnson to settle conflicts, referencing other rulers and events in a light editorial voice.
North Yakima council awards Warren Construction of Portland the $15,000 contract for bitulithic pavement and concrete sidewalks in the West Yakima improvement district. Bidder was lowest on both jobs after council investigation of northwest cities using bitulithic. Work to begin at once with plans to improve streets and drainage.
Good Friday services at St Peter's church are set for 10 am 3 pm and 7 30 pm. Offerings at the morning and evening services will support the aged and infirm clergy fund.
To whom it may concern notice is hereby given that in pursuance of street improvement proceedings the city council will consider plans and assessments for a public works project. Details will be available at the city office and public comments are invited by date.
La Grande Oregon common council adopts district No 9 to improve Fourth street with macadam. The district runs from the south side of C Avenue to the north side of C Avenue and covers property along Fourth and blocks in Chaplin and Arnolds additions. A special assessment will be levied to cover an estimated cost of 15070 dollars. The council will meet on April 19, 1911, to proceed.
The La Grande City Council votes to meet at 8 pm to discuss estimated costs and the levy of the assessment with a provision for relief to aggrieved parties. Publication date is April 7, 1911, in La Grande Oregon.
A lender named J R Oliver advertises a financing offer to borrow money for construction with a repayment plan described as six equal payments resembling rent. The message invites potential borrowers to respond to arrange the loan terms.
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