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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1906

Page

8

Nearest business block offered near Palmer Lumber mill La Grande

J L Mars advertises block 12 Rynearson addition near Georges Palmer Lumber Company's large saw mill east of the mill as ideal for business or summer resort. He promises installment plans, a grove and rich soil, a swimming pool and fish pond site, and notes Palmer employs 250 yearly, with local families supporting a store and resort upkeep.

Georges Palmer Lumber Company Rynearson la Grande Grande Ronda Palmer Lumber Company J. L. Mars

Running New Schedule for O R W Passenger Trains

Officials announce a new timetable for O R and W passenger trains. Westbound No 1 departs 8 00 AM and Eastbound No 2 departs 9 20 PM. Westbound No 6 leaves 9 10 PM and Eastbound No 6 at 8 45 AM.

Woodmen Social Event Slated At Local Hall

The Woodmen of the World will host a Friday evening gathering at the hall starting 7 30 inviting lodge members and families with Woodcraft and other camp guests. No business session. program features moving pictures, reputed speakers and local music talent. admission and refreshments are free. By order of Faso Jacons and J H Keeney.

United States Faso Jacons J. H. Keeney

Burton House Opens with Provisions for Daily Weekly Monthly Stays

The Burton House hotel opens to the public on Tuesday December 4 under Mrs. S A Burton as proprietress. Rooms available by the day week or month with reasonable terms and all white help.

S. A. Burton

Gilbanks celebrate birth of daughter in city

In this city on Monday December 3 1906 Mr and Mrs C Gilbanks welcomed a daughter.

Gilbanks C. Gilbanks

Court House Notes of Local Petitions and Illicit Suits

Ghas. Halgarth sues J. H. Compau to recover 136 dollars on a note. Bank F. Amis seeks a divorce from Bessie Amis. W. J. Stanley named administrator of Martha J. Stanley estate. C. D. McDowel will filed. probate set for December 10. Chas. A. Haag seeks naturalization as citizen.

Ghas. Halgarth J. H. Compau Bank F. Amis Bessie Amis W. J. Stanley Martha J. Stanley C. D. McDowel Chas. A. Haag

Revival closes with new members in Baker City

Pastor W H Gibson returned from Baker City where he and Rev G L Hall led eight days of revival services. The meetings drew strong attendance and several were added to the church. Gibson preached, Hall led children's meetings and music, and Baker City Baptists were praised for their work.

W. H. Gibson Baker City GL. Hall First Baptist Church of Baker Pastor Gibson Pastor Hall Sherrill Hilgard Baptist Church Gibson

Ready to Invest in Thronson Fruit Tract by Parr Logan Co

Local residents flock to Parr Logan Company offerings to secure holdings in the Grande Ronde Valley fruit tract as trust closings near completion. The firm promises another strong opportunity for valley believers once this sale closes.

Parr Logan Company Thronson Grande Ronde Messrs Parr Logan Elso

Shipping delays blamed for stock losses in Baker City

Baker county stockmen report thousands of dollars lost due to shockage from delayed shipping. Dispute centers on blame for missed railroad cars with stockmen claiming promise failures and railroad officials citing late shipment notices. Baker City Herald.

Baker County Baker City

Paxton Toilet Antiseptic Promoted for Female Hygiene

Fastidious women consider Paxtine Toilet Antiseptic 2 essential for hygienic care of the man and local treatment of feminine ills. It cleanses, germicidal and deodorizing effects are claimed, with sample free. Address The R Paxton Co Boston Mass.

R. Paxton Co Boston Mass

Locals in La Grande Welcome Out-of-Town Visitors

Tom Murrey and Walt Graham of Exin along with B Maxwell of Wallowa and J T Shelton of Baker City visit La Grande. Travelers return to Pendleton and Union after brief stops. several residents resume studies and duties.

Tom Murrey Walt Graham Exin la Grande B. Maxwell Wallowa J.T. Shelton Baker City Clara Wilkitson Elgin Tis Boxer City Presiding Eder J. D. Gillilan Union Rev E. B Hays Laura Holm Pendleton Pendleton Business College Nestle Smith T. Cumminford John Palmer Nevada Gudl

Lyle Tuesday Musical Plans Meeting Tomorrow Afternoon

Conductor and Mrs. Fred Rutherford and their son Jos depart for a four month visit in the east visiting relatives and friends before resuming local cultural events.

Lyle Twonty Fred Rutherford Jos Yande

Commercial Club Hosts First Social Evening

Tonight the Commercial Club plans an evening of amusement with cards dancing and refreshments. All club members are invited to attend the inaugural social event of a series planned by the group.

Commercial Club

Coal for La Grande Citizens Sealed with Two Carloads

The Citizens Committee in La Grande reports success in securing two carloads of coal from the Oregon and North Co. Those needing coal should leave names and money with Geo. L. Cleaver at the Eastern Oregon Trust and Saving Bank for immediate delivery.

Citizens Committee la Grande Geo. L. Cleaver Eastern Oregon Trust and Saving Bank

Turned Away Skaters At Local Rink Amid Demand

The skating rink faced a weekly surge in patrons and a skate surplus ran low. Management bans youngsters labeled kids after 6 pm to maintain a higher class atmosphere and urges reservations for evening skating.

Birthday Surprise Party for Mr. Lee Thompson

Mrs. Thompson hosted a Saturday birthday gathering for her husband Lee Thompson with close friends attending. A four course supper followed and guests enjoyed the evening, returning home late.

Mr. Lee Thompson Mrs. Thompson

Yearling spotted steer found near town. owner may reclaim

A black and white yearling steer with an invisible hip brand and ear slits was left about a month ago on a pasture south of town. Owner can recover by calling and paying pasture charges and other fees. Contact Mrs. Saran R. Williams.

Saran R. Williams

Advertised Letters List for Week Ending November 30 1906

The office lists uncalled letters for the week ending November 30 1906. Names include Andrew Miss J F Monsell Maggie Wiltse Maggie Adams W C Adskins Elias Gunningham H Dean G S Delavan Howard Balding Carl Lawis Claud Lakey Andey Mclntosh Tave Moores Thomas N Peteron Fred Pierce Geo Wixom and O GC. Letters will be sent to the dead letter office December 14 1906 if not claimed.

Andrew J. F. Monsell Maggie Wiltse Maggie Adams W. C. Adskins Elias Gunningham H Dean G. S, Delavan Howard Balding Carl Lawis Claud Lakey Andey Mclntosh Tave Moores Thomas N. Peteron Fred Pierce Geo. Wixom G. M. Ricuey P. M

When the Tufkey Appears in Our Restaurant

A restaurant previews a triple tasting of Tufkey with visual appeal, enticing aroma, and delicate flavor promising a memorable dining experience for guests.

Thanksgiving Joy at Home Dinner Prospect

Eating it will be a joy to be remembered with all this in prospect. Spend Thanksgiving here and be happy, avoiding the fuss of a home dinner elsewhere.

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