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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1905
Page
3
The Seattle Grocery Co. invites a trial order with a pledge to please or withdraw from trade. Their motto states the best groceries for the least money and promises a demonstration of their success by satisfying customers.
A large forest fire in sections 71 22 and 3 has burned for four days, destroying about 6,000,000 feet of timber. Authorities suspect intentional arson by local individuals tied to opposition to the government forest reserve policy and report plans for prosecution.
Idaho convict Joseph Lawrence, captured at Pendleton, tried to flee Payette by leaping through a car window. Deputy Wuden James Mille pursued through the window, recapturing Lawrence and detaining him until morning as they moved toward Boise. Lawrence earlier nearly escaped from Bunderton county jail by digging out. The deputy heard the disturbance.
The Jap Chandler residence near Elgin was broken into while the family was away. Burglars picked a door lock and took about 26 dollars from the children’s safety bank, a gold watch, several pieces of jewelry, and clothing.
A mixed church notice sheet lists St. Whyte Catholic Church and Epworth League activities with low Mass details and rosary. At the Methodist Church Rev Hs TL Mower requests presiding elder Gillian to lead both morning and evening services Sunday inviting all.
Upton U1 rector announces holy communion and morning and evening services on Sunday. A prayer meeting Wednesday at 1 0 pm and a Boy Scout study session Saturday evening are listed. An invitation extends to all to attend the services at the westine house and morning and evening gatherings with topics on God’s care and Christian unity.
The fire car load of ties for the Walla Walla street railway system arrived yesterday from the Y and O railway. Steel rails from Beattie are en route and due today or tomorrow. A construction gang from the Sound will reach the area soon to begin laying the line of the Walla Walla Valley Traction Company linking the business district with surrounding areas.
A local notice advertises an evening meeting titled Why worship on the first day rather than the seventh with questions on church authority and changes in custom. The talk invites attendance and mentions related topics and a referenced remedy product.
A Canadian resident from Bat Portage Ontario reports great relief from stomach trouble and constipation using Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. The testimonial notes mild, steady effects and recommends them to others suffering from stomach disorders. Sold by Newlin Drag Co.
A Texas reader from Henrietta writes that Electric Bitters cured her brother of malaria fever and jaundice, claiming the tonic removes the disease from the system. The ad promotes Electric Bitters as superior to quinine with no after-effects, available at Newlin Drug Co. with price guarantees.
Danville resident G Higbee writes on December 2 1801 about relief after two years of rheumatism and four years laid up, praising Mallard's Snow Liniment and urging others with similar afflictions to use it. Newlin Drug Co. sells 250 and 500 size bottles.
Rev E Haya pastor leads prayer meeting Thursday night and Sunday preaching at 6 pm. The choir under Mea Lyle directs hymns. Invitation extended to all with no church home. Westbound Train No 1 arrived five hours late this morning. it consisted of fifteen cars.
For a reliable laxative, Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver tablets are offered by Newlin Drag Co as an easy to take remedy. The product promises prompt action and convenient use for digestive relief.
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