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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1909
Page
6
J Rh Jones of Judson Freight Forwarding met with La Grande Commercial Club officials to identify likely home seekers and arrange for pooling of household goods to a central western distribution point, reducing freight charges. Goods then ship from the central point to final destinations at local rates.
La Grande notes that Ralph Bristol was not held responsible for the sudden mental collapse after a rubbing incident at the University of Oregon. Two weeks suspension is the punishment given to the students enforcing discipline during the incident.
Reading shows a list including Ralph Russell Matha Watson Haywood Stacy Cecile Lilly Wynne Bohtenkamp and Florence Happersett as individuals connected to a historical item. The brief fragment implies a roster or roster-like notice without additional context or actions.
Local crowd praises the Pastime as Eastern Oregon’s only up to date vaudeville show. The orchestra, led by Manager French, wows audiences with music for pictures and variety acts, drawing large attendance last night.
Local businessmen are cooperating to purchase stamp lands as a prelude to establishing commercial orchards. For details on suitable orchard lands offered at low prices, inquiries are invited by telephone or in person.
Rev. L. G. Gowen of Weiser Idaho presents two lectures at the First Methodist Church on April 29 and 30. Eden at The North Pole combines science and biblical insight while Sunday The True Sabbath of God addresses the Sabbath question. Proceeds fund Bible School. Eden at The North Pole tickets cost 2 cents, Sunday admission is free with an offering accepted.
The order entertained their lady friends with a decorated gymnasium soirée on Tuesday. Basketball topped the program as the girls won easily. A two course luncheon in pink and green followed, and guests departed at 10 with praise for the young entertainers. Attendees included Lester Stoddard, Linda Shields, Charles Huniock, Charlotte Jones, and others.
The Chicago Tribune notes that ordinary colds yield to simple care such as mild laxatives hot foot baths free perspiration and keeping indoors for a day or two to avoid relapse or pneumonia. It recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a reliable alternative available at all good druggists.
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