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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1908
Page
2
Max Zimmer aman renowned horseman and auctioneer of St. Paul assists in launching a new market day venture at The Dalles. Merchants, farmers and others will showcase items for sale or purchase. The first monthly market day is set for May 2 in The Dalles per the Chronicle.
All candidates nominated in the recent primary must file acceptance with the County Clerk or secretary of state by May 1 to have names on the June ballots. The clerk's office will mail blank acceptances today and candidates will fill them in at the office.
Eleven Japanese arrived from Portland and were sent to Amalgamated Sugar Company beet ranches. This marks the first group of about forty to be posted from the Portland Japanese employment bureau. No locals will be employed this year. O M Heacock bankrupt notice lists a May 6 hearing in Portland for discharge from debts.
A burglar forced entry into B. Stoddard's residence last night through a window. He appeared to be an amateur, taking nothing of value and causing only fright to the occupants. The report notes no injuries or further damage.
From West Virginia Ed Workman and his family of eight arrived this morning and left on the o clock train for Elgin where Mr Workman has purchased a 160 acre farm. Mr Workman was accompanied by his father who is nearly 80 years of age but still well and active.
Well bred Hambletonian stallion ANTM described as 1390 pounds and 16 hands high in mahogany bay with no white spots. Available at Baker property in Cove Oregon Thursday to Saturday and at Imbler Oregon Monday to Wednesday. Price $12.00 with foal proof or sire change of mare. Owner and Manager Bena Fielding notes care to prevent accidents but no liability.
Yale University president Dr Arthur Twining Hailey ages 52 today in New Haven Conn. He was born April 28 1850 and has led the university since June 29 1898. Also includes a testimonial ad for Bucklen's Arnica Salve promising cures for piles and wounds with a 25 cent price.
The La Grande Entertainment and Market Day association will hold a meeting on Thursday April 2 in the Elks building. All members are requested to be present at a specified time. Oakley A Coffin is the secretary.
St Peter's Guild announces a spring rummage sale on May 1 and 2 in the Slater building. Local shoppers can browse clothing, household items, and treasures at the fundraising event. Proceeds support guild activities and community outreach.
Snodgrass grocery stocks a full line of spring vegetables and garden truck requisites for eager gardeners. Local shoppers can find a wide selection and seasonal items at the store.
Classified note seeks exchange of second-hand or gan for team work and poles. Instruction to see Hendricks the re label piano tuner for details in the Evening Observer at six per month.
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