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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1906
Page
2
Classified display notice details rates for per line pricing and per additional lines. It references condolence expressions and expressions of thanks with per line charges. The text indicates a sequence of per line pricing in a storefront advertisement context.
The Spokesman Review argues Pacific Northwest homeowners show low mortgage rates, noting only 18 percent of homes in Washington Oregon Idaho and Montana are mortgaged versus higher rates in eastern states. It credits abundant land, smaller farm sizes, and debt freedom as evidence of regional prosperity and growing wealth.
William P. Panosoni appointed administrator of Rhoda S. Cameron estate in Union County Oregon. Creditors must present verified claims to the administrator or attorney J F Baker in La Grande within six months. Public notice dated February 16 1906. Also an advertisement for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea priced at 36 cents.
Summons first published April 13 1906 in La Grande Oregon for B G E Hammock defendant. Plaintiffs Fred Lawson and Victor Lawson d/b/a Lawson Brothers seek $81.61 plus 6 percent interest from January 16 1906 and costs. Judgment by default if not answered by May 19 1906 with sale of attached property.
Rinaldo M. Hall advertising agent for Harriman lines visited Pendleton to address the development league. He advised a county wide effort to distribute 50 000 booklets to prospective homeseekers, and the league voted to begin the campaign.
The county reports a peaceful campaign with clean policies and minimal slinging. Voters are reminded primary hours run from 1 PM to 7 PM, with larger precincts needing close attention to avoid missing ballots.
The speaker notes all contenders are charming but emphasizes every candidate will need to handle defeat graciously and wish the victor well as they move forward in public life.
A speaker argues that men who do not vote in the primaries shirk civic duty and fail to participate in the political process. He emphasizes the importance of voting as a responsibility of citizens.
First publication March 26 1906 in the Circuit Court of Oragon for Union County. J E Bateman sues Allen Clark to appear and answer by May 8 1906 else judgment for 3 76 plus 8 percent interest after Oct 50 1905 attorney fee of 20 and costs. Also order for sale of attached property SEY off NW Sec 18 Twp 5 SR 35 E WM. Court by Hon Robert Eakin March 26 1906. G H Fone attorney for plaintiff.
Under new management the board and room rate is five dollars per week with meals at twenty six cents. Special rates for monthly patrons. Located at 1417 Adams Ave. Phone 1161. Mrs. W E Murchison, proprietress.
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