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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1905
Page
3
Mr T B Boyntos, after reading a Ubearrer notice about a planned jail library, visited offices today to advocate for a freeing project that aims to enlighten and uplift prisoners while providing entertainment for those confined in the jail.
Miss Mortie Aldrich hosted a Sunday school class Easter party at her home with about twenty five attendees. Refreshments were served and the event aimed to bring happiness to the young people.
Frank Smith a cook at the Santa Fe hospital claims a share of millions as the possible brother of Mrs. Chas Fair killed in a motor accident in France. He left home in 1877 and has not corresponded with relatives for years. He believes Hannah Nelson may be his mother based on recent newspaper notices.
A 4 pm ceremony at a Baptist pastor residence united Mr BF Kearney of Olympia and Miss Maude L Moon of La Grande Oregon. Rev. AG Lawin officiated before a small gathering. the couple will reside in Olympia with warm well wishes from local friends.
In Naples on April 22 locals note Vesuvius erupting again as crowds of tourists flock to the area. The piece emphasizes health and osteopathy, warning against neglecting minor ailments and praising natural remedies, with a general health message woven through the eruption story.
Chicago break in wheat prices disrupts local board in Frisco. Wheat opened at 1.09 per bushel and closed at 1.00 amid great excitement.
For sale three quarter sections of good land five and half miles from La Grande on the road to Cove. Suitable for homes and a paying investment. For information and particulars apply to H T Buell La Grande Oregon.
Biamp photos offered at the Taylor Studio for 25 conte per dozen. The pricing detail highlights a budget option for portrait or product images. The note specifies quantity and unit price, suggesting a promotional or standard rate.
The steam ER Sea Foam from Portland to San Francisco collided last night with the schooner Dal Norte off the Coquille bar. The Dal Norte capsized but no lives were lost.
Proprietors of Eugene woolen mills and Albany mills search for a site and advocate La Grande as an ideal spot to secure either location. This brief urges action to attract the textile operations.
Fragmentary text touts remedies for ailments like Bright’s disease and internal disorders. Mentions “Electric Biene” and “Otee jebt disease” with dubious guarantees and a price note at a Newlin Dro store. Readers are urged to seek relief, though details are obscured.
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