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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1906
Page
4
A La Grande mayoral letter argues for an occupation tax and modest saloon license increase to fund city needs. He appeals to residents, praising civic cooperation while warning of higher taxes if funding gaps persist. The message stresses streets, water, parks, and public safety as shared responsibilities.
Do not miss the introductory sale of high grade pianos at Eilers Piano House. Bring $10.00 today to see a beautiful instrument. Located at 1316 Adams Ave.
Daily millinery offerings announced by Mrs. J R Forrest with a Chicago trimmer from Gages of Chicago. Prices described as lower than ever known, inviting shoppers to visit throughout the week.
Public notice announces a Timber Land Act sale on lands in Cult City area with claims by Grande Union and others. Names listed include Bateman, Charles ViReges, Grande, Ghiegem, Starkey, and Burnet with a May deadline to file adverse claims.
Public notice of Timber Land Act publication filed at the U S Land Office Grande N d Oregon. Names and dates appear for the land claim process with adverse claimants required to file by June 2 or be barred. Readers and potential claimants are directed to contact the land office with formal objections.
Public land filing under the Timber Land Act of June 3 1878 is announced for claimants in Nevada and Oregon. Names such as James Ghillie and others are listed as applicants presenting their claims before the Register and Receiver, with a deadline around May 1905.
Osteopathy argues that urinary ailments arise from disrupted blood and nerve supply to the organs, weakening them to adverse influences. While not claiming cures for all kidney and bladder issues, it reports relief and cures in renal dropsy, incontinence, bladder inflammation, and Bright's disease by correcting spinal misalignments and removing obstructions to the body's vital forces.
The summons in Union County Oregon orders Blanley Miller to appear by April th, answer the complaint for dissolution of marriage on desertion grounds and custody of Florence Miller. The case, Howard Koup presiding, is published weekly in La Grande Weekly Observer for six weeks with final publication April luth. Also notes F IVANHOE for rent two story house on Washington Ave at $12.00, inquire La Grands School of Music.
An advertisement touts Crauven Lams Cova Reveer as a safe cough remedy for children. It promises relief from coughs colds croup and whooping cough with no opium or harmful drugs and claims early use prevents attacks and is safe for babies and adults.
Publication notice from California and Idaho territories regarding timber land claims under the Timber Land Act of June 3 1878. The notice lists case numbers claimants and dates of patent or renewal and names officials involved.
Public notice under the Timber Land Act announces a sale of lands in the state region described as Section N, town territory and related parcels. Individuals named Henry Weenenbe, Ores Younkia, Wilts AlBird, Tabi Roy and others are warned to file claims at the proper office before the end of the sale period.
Public notice from the U S Land Office La Grande Oregon announces an extension of the Timber and Stone Act for lands in Oregon Nevada and Washington. It lists applicant names Herbert F. Lenov Henry Wenborg and others and sets a filing deadline in May.
Public land office in La Grande Oregon publishes notices under the Timber Land Act of June 3 1878. It lists claimants witnesses and deadlines for filings to show land is more valuable for timber than farming and to prove claims in Oregon Idaho and California regions.
La Grande Oregon city council resolves that the sidewalks on the west side of Second Street between K and J Streets be repaired by adjacent property owners. Repairs must be completed by April 20. Recorder I R Snuck notes the ordinance passed April 4.
The County Court of Union County Oregon appoints Mason A West as administratrix of Herman C West deceased. Claims must be filed with attorney Wm B Sargent in La Grande within six months. Lost gold medal marked Mile Relay to be returned to this office for reward. For rent two rooms near Dapot St inquire at this office.
A historical lease notice describes a land claim process in La Grande with names like Albert and Henry involved. It states a public sale date in June and requires interested parties to file claims by a specified deadline to establish ownership or rights to the asserted lands.
The notice lists a timber land claim filing under the Timber Land Act of June 3 1676, inviting proofs and setting a claim hearing before the Register and Receiver at Grande Ronde. It names witnesses Samart Will Bert Hughes Jen0 T Wil t mneon Thomas H. Williameon and others from La Grande and Lavine. A crucial order requires their attestation within the specified period and before the call of Mey.
Under the Timber Land Act of June 3 1978 and related acts the U S Land Office announces a land sale in Nevada and Idaho. It lists township ranges and provides that proof of claim must be shown before the registrar in Grande Ronde Oregon by June 2. Lydia A Pacers and others are named as witnesses or claimants awaiting adjudication of their lands and titles.
Public notice under the Timber Land Act of June 3 1878 identifies land applicants listed by name and location. The filing requests purchase of land parcels and sets a June 20 deadline for sworn statements and proof of occupancy. The register invites interested parties to attend hearings and present objections or claims before the reviewing official.
Timber Land Act notice from La Grande Oregon dated March 2 1908 announces a land entry for timber and stone use. Names Adolph Newin Harrell George Whitlark of La Grande Oregon as claimants with witnesses listed and a May 9 1908, deadline for objections to be filed at the local land office.
A contest notice filed March 11 in United States Land Office Oregon alleges that Benjamin Pitch has no right to land claim No. 104 and seeks to dismiss, with evidence that the claimant has not resided there and has no admissible proof of title. The oath and service details outline the process through the Register and Receiver of the Land Office with a hearing set for April 2.
The treasurer of Union County Oregon announces funds on hand to pay all county warrants presented and endorsed before March 1 1901 and all contingent warrants. No interest will be paid on these warrants after March 30 1906. Jour Frawiey Treasurer of Union County.
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