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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1905
Page
4
William Mobr shot and killed his brother George Mobr at the Mobr warehouse four miles south of Bethany. He then locked a room, waited as the constable and sheriff’s posse gathered, and killed himself by shooting himself.
Tonight at the Presbyterian church the Lyle Tuesday Musicale presents a concert by Mion Mary Adel with accompaniments by Mrs H W Laogblio. Selections include classical songs and pieces such as My Heart at Thy Sweet Voice and La Lune Blanche, highlighting Miss Case and Miss Hobie among the performers.
A local youth named Fisk, about eighteen but appearing older, was arrested Saturday night for visiting saloons. He received a three year sentence warning him to stay out of the city’s liquor establishments or face further consequences.
Andy Forbes living four miles south of town reported chasing a cow that bore five calves in just under two years. The tally included two sets of twins with a single calf in between, and the last pair arrived in February.
A good crowd attended services at the Baptist Church with many still deciding. Mr Day will speak on The Dying Robber Saved tonight as Mr Ray Jones leads singing and offers a solo. Public cordially invited.
Washington defeated Stanford by half a length in a two mile boat race at San Francisco. The University of Washington crew led throughout and earned the victory for the team during the event reported by Scripps News Association.
Ex-senator Bunker goes to trial on bribery charges as jurors are chosen. Proceedings open with jury selection in Sacramento.
Four men are jailed in Spokane connected to the shooting of officer H A Stotko on April 4. Two arrests were made today naming George Tipton and John Olson, with Frank Lawler and James Dalton arrested days earlier. Lawler faces federal charges for a prior post office robbery and may be held on that charge if evidence suffices.
Taylor Studio advertises stamp photos available for 25 cents per dozen. The compact notice highlights affordable rates likely aimed at casual photographers or stamp collectors seeking quick reproductions.
LUE MOUNTAIN CREAMERY Co announces regular twice weekly deliveries via the Creamery phone 2011. Cream delivered in quantities of at least 1 gallon at 81.25 per gallon with optional 1 or 2 pound squares at regular retail prices.
A rummage sale managed by the ladies of Bt Peters guild will be held at the Slater building in May 465 and 6 st near the Kilpatrick Implement House. Contributions from friends are appreciated and pickup will be arranged by Mrs Mac Woods Mrs J D Slater or Mrs Jap Stevens who will take away usable items.
The Centennial Hotel offers three remaining furnished rooms for boarders at 450 per week. Located opposite Farmers Feed Yard, the establishment promises practical accommodations and reliable upkeep.
A seller invites Thos Stephenson to bring a herd of about 500 cows to a 500 acre pasture with a flowing stream. The price listed is 1.50 dollars per month per cow. Potential buyers are asked to respond next week.
Eighty acres in Malheur county with good water, house and outbuildings. All land cultivated with alfalfa capable of 9 to 11 tons per acre. Valued by annual rent of $10 per acre with renter paying taxes. Available for five more years at low cost. No investment is at less than ten percent. Write to C T McDaniel Quarter, ac ceases Oregon.
Notice from Union County Oregon inviting sealed proposals for the janitor job at the Court House in La Grande. Proposals due by May 3, 1905, filed in County Clerk J. Gilaam’s office. Dated April 13, 1905, in La Grande.
A tobacco tablet style ad claims Chamberlain sitomach and Liver Tableta replace medicine for digestion. It asserts strength comes from what is digested and assimilated and touts many benefited customers. The tablets cost a quarter and are sold by Newlin Drug Co.
An advertisement from Newlin Drug Co promotes Dallard’s Horehounds Syrup as a speedy cure for coughs and colds. The seller, Petera, at 625 Lake St Topeka, sells the 1.00 dollar bottle with praise for its pleasant taste and claimed effectiveness.
Music instructor K P Tait of Grande Ronde Valley emphasizes a full conservatory route or popular course for pupils. The program covers church music, Sunday school songs, and dance light overtures. Many former students now earn well as teachers and soloists.
The La Grande School of Music, a leading state institution, offers two departments for learners from five years old and up. The school boasted about four thousand lessons during the war and emphasizes the latest practical methods and discoveries in music education.
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