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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1905

Page

4

Interesting Figures Regarding Teachers Bulletin by Professor Wilcox

The bulletin reports on U.S. teaching demographics from 1900 studies. It notes one teacher per 71 students countrywide, with 140 per 10 000 people, and that teacher counts have more than doubled in 30 years. Nevada has the highest regional proportion, with Washington showing the greatest recent rise.

Walter E. Wilcox Cornel University Nevada Vermont Iowa Washington United States England Wales Germany France Italy Canada Mexico England and Wales Maine New Campshire Massachusetts Connecticut District of Columbia Ohio Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota Nebraska Kansas Colorado Orego California Franca Canadas North Atlantic Dune South Central

Miner Buried Alive in Montana Coal Mine Accident

Don Sullivan, a single miner at a leased mine in the Hutte camp near Butte, was buried by several tons of rock at the 200 foot level after a cave in at about 1 o'clock. Rescuers fed him through an iron pipe while a line of hose extended from the Montana Consolidated mine to the leased property as rescuers work to reach him. James Harrington, Sullivan’s partner, reported that the cavern occurred.

Montana Consolidated James Harrington

Belt buckle belt contains hidden money after coal bunkers death

In Wallace Idaho on August 20 an undertaker’s assistant found a worn belt buckle in the clothing of Pedro Spine, the Linjian coal beaver killed by a fall from a Gar of the OK and N bunkers. A small pocket in the buckle held $100 in gold, though the finder believed the pouch was empty and discarded it with the body.

Wallace Idaho Pedro Spine Linjian OK & N William Worstell

Farm For Sale 80 Acres In Alfalfa Near Rural Delivery

Rural property listing offers 80 acres in alfalfa with running water and established trees. Includes a farmhouse and nearby facilities, with direct contact through the Peterson address at Ladd Creek La Grande via Free Rural Delivery No 2. Asking price $26.

Hove Bergan Peterson Ladd Creek la Grande

Four Month Catalepsy Case Shocks New York

In Yonkers Charles Janepi eight years old has remained in an unbroken trance like sleep for over four months after a dizzy spell that caused him to fall and strike his head. Medical researchers nationwide consider the case remarkable and may seek nervous disease experts from New York City for further inquiry.

New York Yonkora Charles Janepi

Notice to sell property in Elgin for investment

Notice to sell within thirty days a flour building and two lots in Elgin Oregon. Investment pays fifteen percent interest on money invested. Price 1200. Terms one bell cash, balance on time to call purchaser. Address O Box 16 Elgin Oregon.

Florature E'gin Cvat E Gin Oregon

Lost Jersey cow near Kirtleys livery barn

A small light colored Jersey cow three years old with no brands and short horns is missing. Strap is around the home and a reward is offered for its return to Kirtleys livery barn.

Smaill Kirtley

Notice to debtors and sale of Empire Dream separator

Public notice calling all persons knowing the neelyear indebted to the lnte firm of Bock and Thoma to call at the old market stand where they will meet Mr GW Thomas or Miss Cora Harding to settle. Also advertisement for a second hand Empire Dream separator No 2, claimed as good as new, used one year, price 65.

Neelyear Lnte Bock and Thoma GW Thomas Mies Cora Harding Empire Dream Otfon

Katete Loan and Real Estate Offers Near City and County

Notices advertise loans and mortgage activity at City and County Real Estate with prompt action sought. A Wanted ad seeks a competent bookkeeper or clerical worker, and another for a White Pomeranian puppy. A housekeeper is needed and a brick veneer house on Preston Street is for sale.

Offica Foley Harbor

Public notice of appreciation from local business

To The Public we express appreciation to friends and patrons for patronage and kindness during four years in business in this city and county. We feel special obligations to Grande Ronde Valley citizens and thank them for the support. Thomas.

Grande Ronde Valley Thomas

Dissolution of J F Ball & Co and J J & Ball Partnership

notice declares dissolution by mutual consent of the firm J F Ball & Co and partners J J Ball and James Russell. All debts payable to J H Russell who will receipt and settle obligations. Dated at La Grande Oregon August 15 1905 James Russell J Bull

J J & Ball James Russell J F Ball & Co J. H Russell

Notice for bids on eight room school building

The District School Board of Scrool District No One in Union County Oregon will receive bids by noon on August WW 1905 for furnishing all materials and construction of an eight room school building per plans and specifications on file with A C Williams school clerk Bids left with the clerk must include a certified check for ten percent of the bid Building to be completed by Jan 1 106 Gourd reserves the right to reject any or all bids. AO W Williams School Clerk. For sale by Nowlin Drug Co Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets marketed as a laxative option.

Scrool Union County Oregony C Willieme AO Williams

Warning Notice Against Dumping on La Grande Real Estate Property

Notice warns that anyone found dumping refuse on Riverside and Williamees additions within La Grande Real Estate Association land will be vigorously prosecuted. Enforced by Miller, Pros t at La Grande Real Estate Association offices.

la Grande Real Estate Association Riverside Williamees la Grande LA Grande Real Estate Miller

GRAINING AND ART DECORATING SERVICES ADVERTISED

Tradesman Kinney offers wood graining and art decoration to refresh painted interiors. He promises cheaper results than standard painting and claims to mimic fine furniture finishes. Address listed as 1433 Adama Ave, La Grande, Oregon.

Kinney Adama Ave la Grande Ore

Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Endorsement

C Towns of Rat Portage Ontario reports Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets help stomach trouble and constipation. He says they are mild yet effective with after effects that are not unpleasant and recommends them to others suffering from stomach disorders.

Chamberlain C Towns Rat Portage Ontario Canada Tale Newlin Drag Qo

Bucklen's Arnica Salve Restores Beauty After Skin Trouble

Krarinet Howard of 200 W 34th New York writes that years of salt rheum or eczema were cured by Bucklen's Arnica Salve. The quick acting remedy is promoted for cuts burns and sores. Readily available at Qeat Newlin Drug Co drag store.

Krarinet Howard New York Bucklen Newlin Drug Co

Cheerfully Recommends Snow Liniment for Rheumatism

O G Higbee of Danville reports two years of illness with rheumatism then a single bottle of Ballard's Snow Liniment cured him. He cheerfully recommends it to others suffering similar afflictions. Newlin Drag Co.

O G Higbee Danville Ballard Newlin Drag

Grande Cleaning And Dyeing Works Ad

Sailed and faded garments made to look new. Ladies garments given special care. All work guaranteed. Dye works on Depot Street next to the Commercial Club, Simmons & Harvey, proprietors, La Grande.

Depot Street Commercial Club Simmons & Harvey Propa la Grande

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Ueper Staniels & Jarman Kir Jefferson Ralston ST. Louis Larsen & Norrie Riga Lego LA Grande Light and Power CO A. B.C Timothy Hay Oregon Produce Company The Western Union Telegraph Co Liquhre F. Kk. Noordholl Kent Anita Jefferson Ave SEA Cash Co Curner &Th Main Et Lst Uae Nowlin Drug Co Smith Hager Keith Foley House Grendy & Kaseell Fred. M. Rock G. W. Thomas Kock & Thomas Company I. Tt Ivanhoe ILA Grande School OF Music Day
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