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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1905
Page
2
Oregon newspapers condemn Secretary Hitchcock amid land fraud probes. They argue investigations threaten prominent figures and question his vigor on irrigation. The defense notes he pursues fraud cases and resists terms favoring large landholders while pursuing irrigation for smaller homesteads.
Ex Governor Semple of Seattle proposes a ship canal from south of Astoria inland to above the place in the Columbia River to abolish the jetty. He notes millions spent on the jetty yield little success due to winter gales, arguing the canal would be more economical and serviceable.
An Edison Phonograph touted by Moore Tone Company as a practical home entertainment device. It promises to amuse children, entertain travelers, and connect rural households with city culture at low cost. The ad extols portability, small space needs, and a broad assortment of records to please guests.
Dr. C. E. Hawke of Portland has located in this city with offices in the Summer building. Office phone Red 1251 and residence phone Black 881.
The text notes Christmas prep and holiday trade growth, President McGurdy cutting his salary and seeking new work, and a stated plan to plant seed in 1906 to reap a crop. It highlights poultry market gains, egg prices, turkey demand, and a looming railroad rate bill fight, plus cynicism about life insurance and upward mobility.
A valley reports sleighing on Thanksgiving establishing a precedent for years. A pioneer recalls the last such snowfall in fall 1664 when three feet covered the city and valley. The heavy snow gave way to a week of pleasant weather before winter.
An advertisement extolling Doctor Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe alcohol free remedy for women’s pains drains and uterine inflammation. It claims high success rates, urges letters to Buffalo New York for advice, and promotes related products like Pleasant Pellets as laxatives.
Ralph F. Fernandez of Tampa Florida describes a fearful struggle with liver trouble and heart disease that robbed him of sleep and life. After trying many doctors and medicines he used Electric Bitters and in three days felt like a new man, claiming to be cured. Sold at Newlin's Drug store for 60 cents.
An advertisement proclaims Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as the exact purgative and stomach purifier. It claims the product is strong for adults yet mild for children and free of griping. Distributed by R. S. Webster & Co., Adora, Ontario, Canada. sold by Newiin Davo Co.
The Observer notes a rise in orders for engraved visiting cards over the last two weeks. Those seeking extra fine work are urged to view the samples in the shop before placing orders.
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