Souvenir dollars advance in price from Lewis and Clark Exposition
The gold souvenir dollar from the Lewis and Clark Exposition commands a premium over its original $2 sale price. Twenty five thousand 1904 coins were issued and mostly sold. while 1905 coins were produced later. Scarcity has driven collectors to pay higher prices, with most 1904 pieces scarce and sought after by dealers.
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United States
Philadelphia
San Iranciaco Mint
Bruck
Steach
Deslers
Damunda
Sach
Local Notes from Summerville Siftings
Dry hot spell noted as residents keep routines. J L Christian of La Grande called on Tuesday. Ira Hobson returns from three years in California. Dr and Mrs Builivan with son depart for Kansas Monday. Lucile Colling returns from La Grande Monday after a short visit. Effie Hobson leaves for Wallowa after Lewis & Clark fair. James Molfie leaves for La Grande for a few days. Mr and Mrs G P McDowell and Mrs M Boys visit Kinigan on business. Tossday. MUG.
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Me J L Christian
la Grande
Ira Hobson
California
Mre. Builivan
Little Son
Kanaae
Mise Lucile Colling
Mies Effie Hobson
Wallowa
Town preacher vows clean golf without profanity
The Rub in Town reports a preacher who claims to play golf without using profane language. Others may boast similar skills, but the key point is sustaining a game free of profane thoughts while playing.
New Principal Martin Leads Public School Year
Prof Martin, the new principal, organizes work with an excellent corps of teachers. Many students will enter during the month, while some cannot be present at opening. harvest will be advanced and townspeople secure houses to move into for the school year.
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Martin
ME South Conference Meeting Set for Milton Next Thursday
The annual meeting of the ME South Conference for the Eastern Oregon district will convene at Milton next Thursday. August 31. Furnished rooms for rent at Corner 4th and Main. Or. VS Ivanbow 8-18 tf.
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MEE Church
South
Oregon
Milton
Ivanbow
Spoiled Her Beauty Harriet Howard Uses Arnica Salve
Harriet Howard of New York writes she suffered years with salt rheum or eczema until using Kucklen’s Arnica Salve. The Newlin Drug Co. advertises this salve as a quick and sure remedy for cuts burns and sores.
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Harriet Howard
New York
Kucklen
Newlin Drug Co
Notice of Non Responsibility for Wife’s Bills
Notice states I will not be responsible for any bills contracted by my wife Grace WB McCracken from this date onward. Dated at Walia Walia August 14 1906 Pred V McCracken.
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Notics
Grace WB McCraken
Walia
Sealed bids sought for bar privileges at Eastern Oregon fair
Sealed bids will be received for bar privileges during the Eastern Oregon Agricultural Association meeting to be held on the association grounds near the city for the week starting October 7. Bids to be opened Saturday, August 2. Address Fred J Holmes secretary La Grande Oregon. Pred J Holmes, secretary.
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Eastern Oregon Agricultural Association
Lost brown fur scarf on Adams Avenues
A brown fur scarf is missing on Adams Avenues. Finder to return it to the Valley House and will receive a reward.
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Adams Avenues
Onde Valley House
Hale Household Furniture Ad Seeks Ontitle and Loans
La Grande Investment Co offers household furniture ontit service and real estate loans. Inquiries at La Grande Cash Store and Finance office. Loans closed promptly once title is tied up. Wanted a competent man for bookkeeping or clerical work. apply at the office.
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la Grande
Tieal Estate
LA Grande Investment CO
Reward Offered for Arrest of Stock Thefts in Union County
The Grande Ronde Stock Growers Protective Association will pay 850 for the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in sealing stock in Union county. The notice is signed by the Association's Secretary.
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Grande Ronde Stock Growers Protective Association
Union County
Centennial Hotel Moves To New Management
The Centennial Hotel is under new management with room rates at 85 per week in cash. Special monthly rates are offered for regular patrons. Proprietor Mrs. W E Murchison can be reached at 1161 Adame Ave.
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Meath
Adame Ave
W E Murchison
Public appreciation note to Grande Ronde Valley patrons
To the public we express our appreciation for patronage and kindness. During the four years in business in this city and county we have received a pleasant reception and feel special obligations to the citizens of the Grande Ronde Valley. We thank our friends and patrons sincerely.
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Grande Ronde Valley
Dissolution Notice for F Ball & Co
Notice announces the dissolution by mutual consent of the firm J F Ball and Jamee Raasel doing business as F Ball & Co at La Grande Oregon. All firm debts are to be paid to J H Roscoll who will receipt and settle bills as they are gathered. Dated August 16 1906. James Russell JF Bull
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J F Ball
Jamee Raasel
F Ball & Co
J H Roscoll
Eame
la Grande
Oregon
James Russell
JF Bull
Notice for bids on eight room school building
The District School Board of Union County Oregon invites bids by August 30 1905 for furnishing all materials and construction of an eight room school building per plans on file with A Williams school clerk. Bids due noon August 30 1905 with 10 percent certified check. Building must be completed by January 1 1906. Board may reject any or all bids. A Williams School Clerk
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Rchool
Union County
Oregon
A . Williams
A © Williams
Sale of La Grande Meat Markets to Grendy and Runeel
Notice announces the sale of the Meat Markets and all property in La Grande Oregon to Grendy and Runeel who will operate the business under Grovoame. Fred M Hook retires from interest and G W Thomas will collect all claims and settle liabilities.
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Ita
la Grande
Oregon
Grendy & Runeel
Fred. M. Hook
G. W. Thomas
Ite
House for Sale Near New School Site
Five rooms on two 30 ft corner lots near a new school house site. Price listed at $720. Inquire at this office for details and viewing.
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New School House
Warning Notice for Dumping on La Grande Real Estate Property
Warning is given that anyone found dumping refuse on property owned by the La Grande Real Estate Association will be vigorously prosecuted. The affected areas include Riverside and Willamson's addition. 613 William Miller, Proctor.
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la Grande Real State Association
Riverside
Williameon
LA Grande Real Estate
Wm. Miller
Graining and Art Decoraing for Cheaper Paint Jobs
S D Kinney offers grain work to revive old painted rooms making wood resemble fine furniture. Services include eye shell and velvet glass mirror polish and other decorative finishes. Affordable rates promise quicker, neater results than letting daubing spoil the finish.
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S& D Kinney
Summer Schedule for Astoria & Columbia River Railroad
The Astoria & Columbia River Railroad inaugurates a summer timetable linking Portland Astoria Gearhart and Seaside with daily 8:00 am departures from Union Depot and direct through service to key Clatsop and North Beach points. Saturday and return tickets priced from $2.60 to $4.00 offer round trips with October return windows. interchanges with steamer service and free baggage transfers are noted.
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Astoria & Columbia River Railroad
Portland
Astoria
Gearhart
Seaside
Plateau
North Beach
Union Depot
Portland and Seaside Flyer
Clatsop
Same Pointe
OOR & N Co
Clateop
al OR & WN
Clatrop Beach
Long Beach
Ward
Stewart
F&pa
Ore
Columbia River
Clateop Beach
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Staniels & Jarman
Nebraska
Nir
Jefferson
Store Lubton, Prop
T. Louis Livery and Feed Stable
Larsen& Norrie
LA Grande Light and Power CO
A. B.C
Maine la Grande
Summerville Siftings
James Molfie
la Grand E
McDowell
Mra M
Kigin
ME South
Hager
Keith
Foley House
Oregon Produce CO
Timothy Hay
Oregon Produce Company
Centennial Hotel
THE
Rock & Thomas Company
F. M. Book
Ivanhoe
WM. Reynolds
J. L Mars
la Grande, Or
ILA Grande School OF Music
Day
Gandy
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