Irrigation Project Near Ontario Aims to Double Local Farmland
The article notes a major irrigation scheme led by A. J. Blakeley to secure a loan, with construction contracts to be awarded by September 15. Bids for the pumping outfit and 6 000 feet of pipeline are filed, and land under the project is among Eastern Oregon's best. Completion promises to double cultivated land and boost wealth and population around Ontario. Kubn interests explore water power contracts as representatives tour the Dead Ox flat region and nearby areas for potential development.
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Maiz
A. J. Blakeley
Oregon
Ontario
Kubn
Dead Ox Flat
Aviator Atwood Edges Toward Commercial Flight
The piece notes Atwood’s successful trip from 8 Souls to New York as a step toward air travel for commerce. It argues broader proof requires cross country flights and staged United States routes, not just city hops, and cites weather delays delaying further progress toward practical aviation.
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Atwood
New York
United States
Cl'y
Reg
Forest fire risk looms over La Grande water fears
Dreaded fires return to La Grande area as officials warn of careless acts threatening the water supply. Authorities urge extreme caution to prevent a repeat of last year’s devastation and protect Oregon’s forests from further damage.
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la Grande Land Office
Fresen
Oreron
la Grende
Lomsen
Ontario Irrigation Project Progress Toward 10000 Acres
A dispatch from Ontario reports strong enthusiasm for the Ontario Nysea irrigation scheme. Work advances on the pumping plant that will water about 10 000 acres by drawing water from the Enake river in the district.
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Ontario
Frederick II of Anhalt Birth and Reign Summary
Frederick II of Anhalt was born August 19, 1854, and became duke after his father. The duchy is a historic German state, bordered by Saxony, with about 300,000 inhabitants and a Protestant population. Anhalt’s territory formed through medieval splits and reunifications, with the present ruler wed to Princess Marie of Baden in 1889.
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Frederick II of
Anhalt
Frederick
Saxony
Marie of
Baden
August history roundup spans Crichton birth and notable events
The entry notes James Crichton born in Italy and known as the admirable Crichton. It mentions voyages from Cork, military moves in France in 1592, a ship battle between Constitution and Guerriere, the first Sunday school in Chicago in 1832, Bland’s birth in 1835, a Paria conference in 1858, Campbell’s death in 1867, and a 1900s reference to the South African Union bill.
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James Crichton
Crichton
Italy
Sever’ Alien - Mabees
Cork
America
Grand Army of the Dulies
France
Constitution
Guerriere
Chicago
Hichard
Bland
Missouri Statesman
Paria
William Bowen Campbell
Govad
Tenneseee
Beitinh
City to Levy 1911 Special Assessment for Harenne Improvement
La Grande Oregon council adopts resolution to improve Harenne district including bedded walks and sidewalks. Property affected covers Lots 8-11, 2, Block 96. Lots 5-8, Block 95. Lot 5, Block 94 in Chaplin's addition. Estimated cost 209.20 with public hearing August 31, 1911 at 8 pm.
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Chaplin
la Grande
Oregon
Notice to hinderers of city sewer work warned
Notice as issued by the common council on August 16 1911 warns that any person or persons who impede the sewer system currently under construction will be liable for damages. Signed LM Boyd Water Superintendent.
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the Common Council
Untitled Appeal To All Knowing Cutterers Of Rheumation
An odd fragment urges readers to use a home remedy for rheumatism claiming universal cure. It mentions Sommers in Motre Ueme, Indiana, and appeals to buyers to send it to all. The text is garbled but centers on a supposed at home cure and a mailing address.
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Beckarte
Romen
For Sale Two Steated Traps In First Class Condition
For sale two steated traps in first class condition inquire Dr A L Richardson. Also for rent four room home in North La Grande almost new and modern inquire Mrs Anna Brooks care J A Russel residence corner Third and Main. 8-9-to
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A. L. Richardson
la Grande
Anna Brooks
J. A. Russel
By Ten Room House On Sixth Street For Rent
Two story by ten room house on Sixth Street for rent at $50 monthly. Easy rise to $75 with housekeeping suites possible. East frontage, shade trees, cement walks, lawn. Lot 80 by 110, ideal for large apartment house. Easy terms. Inquiries to Geo. H. Currey, 108 Elm Street. $17-108.
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Geo. H. Currey
Elm Street
Fragmented Notice Requests Health Inquiry Details
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a health inquiry related to a person and a public notice. The text is incomplete and reads like a damaged newspaper item requiring reconstruction. No clear names, dates, or places are extractable from the available words.
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Bruce Dennis
Stan Wee Erat Eeeee
Pires
Common Counel
Harenne
H Avenue
Orate
City Council OF
C. M. Humphreys
City of
LM. Boyd
la Grande National Bank
Hs Oficer
LA GR
Fred J. Holmes
Pres
Ful. Meyers
Gasine
Ande, Oregon
W. J. Church
Zuridel, Ass
Cas’rer
Hugh McCall
Pan Bale
Ren Sia Uy Sneha
Wallowa
Bigin
Perry
Grande Ronde Lambe, Company
Pérry
J. J. Carr
Fourth
Washington
Americas
New York City
Alfred Benjamins
the Rick Red
Benjamin
N. K. West
Oli Diniven
Fames King Cigar Factory
Fir Street
Post Office
Tom Kapellas
Selder
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