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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1906
Page
3
A watchman's neglect nearly caused a massive dyke breach in Holland province. In a parallel note, Mclver of Yanceboro Maine credits Kings New Discovery with saving him from lung infection after a neglected cold. He says doctors gave up, but the remedy restored his health. 50c and $1.00.
160 acres of good pasture adjoining Morgan Lake with springs. Lease price is $1.00 per head per month under Thoma Brsosonursr management.
Timber claims surface with a tally of two million feet or more involving Foley Bik La Granpe Investment Co and several associated parties in a high value timber venture.
Fred G. Keighley warns at the Miners Institute in Pittsburg that foreign and excessive holidays reduce mine output and hurt production. He cites April tonnage drops and idle workdays, urging decisive action to curb holiday observances harming industry and safety.
Mrs. E. H. Brunson of Dublin Georgia declares at eighty two she feels like a younger woman after using Electric Bitters. The tonic is said to cure dyspepsia liver trouble inflamed kidneys and chronic constipation with a fifty cent price and guaranteed satisfaction by Lin Drug Co.
The Oregon State Fair in Salem September 10 16 prompts the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Company to offer a fare of one and one third plus 2.25 to Portland with tickets valid through to Salem. Stopovers are not allowed, half fare for children, and return validation by Southern Pacific at Salem or the Fair grounds is required.
The Grover Pantoce Luaper Company seeks sealed bids by August 29 to remove 8000 to 10000 cubic yards of sand and gravel. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved. Inquiries to the company at 4 Grande National Bank Building La Grande Oregon.
For sale eight acres with a six room house a barn and space for chickens or hogs. Includes an orchard fruit trees and abundant water. Located east of Bowring mill priced as city property. Apply at premises John Gayan.
A terse verse asserts charitable living and generosity to the poor. It invokes giving cash and the Rocky Mountain Tea Company as part of the narrator’s benevolent act.
Public notice states B T May as administrator will privately sell after August 25 1906 the D B May estate property in La Grande Union County Oregon including lots 1 and 26 in block 4 of Predmore's Addition. Also notices final account hearing for Nancy J Saling estate set September 15 1906 at 2 pm in La Grande with attorney F S Ivanoz listed.
An advertising notice touts Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery with glycerine as a potent aid for coughs bronchial and lung issues. It claims nutritive effects aiding digestion and strength, warns it won’t cure advanced consumption, and invites readers to read the accompanying book of extracts. It also notes the product contains alcohol and forms, and offers medical adviser materials upon request.
City treasurer announces funds on hand to pay all outstanding General Fund warrants up to No 5289 endorsed December 10, 1964. Interest on General Fund warrants 6234 to 6289 ceases. Funds exist to pay Water Fund warrants up to No 6284 endorsed June 22, 1906. Interest on Mater Fund warrants 6058 to 6284 ceases. La Grande Oregon July 31, 1906 J K Weriawr City Treasurer.
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