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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1911
Page
4
The Observer Bruce Dennis Editor and Owner details are shown with post office filing notation and ownership line. The fragment notes La Grande second class mailing status and generic editorial branding.
A Las Angeles vote showed strong opposition to socialism in the mayoral contest, signaling public faith in non socialist leadership. La Grande also prepares for a socialist mayoral bid with Wives and council candidates, urging residents to vote against the socialist ticket to prevent a city shift toward socialism.
The Arcade Theatre advertises Every Day Life in Mal Laca as a splendid piece with strong Pathe offerings including The Power of God and The Slavey’s Affinity. Tobin company stars Johnson and Ming Lawrence in a lively dramatic program. Don’t miss Madam Tallien and a three reel Poul Play. Williams performs You Look Just Like the Girl That Used to Go to School With Me. You are always welcome.
Record outlines December events with England born Hery Viot and Sir Edmund Andros, plus Philadelphia becoming national government seat in 1790 and the 1840 Whig convention nominating Harrison and Tyler.
A Rexall store advertises Dyspepsia Tablets with refund if unsatisfied, claiming quick relief and digestion help. The notice also reports officials searching for General Reyes in Mexico and a bond sale bid notice from La Grande Oregon dated December 1911.
An advertisement urges readers to visit Newlin Drug or Hill's Drug Store for a Hyomei inhaler kit to treat catarrh and colds. It claims immediate relief via inhaled germ killing Solution and promises money back if not cured. The ad references Foley's Honey and Tar and a three reel film at the Arcade.
Laxative bromo quinine tablets advertised with a Druggists refund guarantee. If they fail to cure, money back. Signature of Dr. W Grove on each box. Price 26 cents.
A long standing remedy Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is praised for treating coughs colds and bronchial symptoms. Mrs Anna Pelger of 2526 Jefferson St So Omaha endorses it as a sure cure noting its safety and reliability for respiratory ailments.
Notice states the La Grande National Bank in La Grande Oregon will hold its annual stockholders meeting at the banking house on Tuesday January 9 1912 at 2 oclock p m to elect a board of directors for the ensuing year and transact other proper business December 6 1911 F L Meyns Cashier 12 4 to 1 9
Notice to voters announces C M Humphreys candidacy for recorder of La Grande. He thanks supporters and signs the notice dated December 11.
Archaic ad copy touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the greatest healer for burns, boils, piles, cuts, sores, bruises, eczema and sprains. Appeals to winter troubles like frostbite and chapped skin with confident claims in period drugstore tone.
Notice sets December 11 1911 general election in La Grande Union County Oregon for mayor recorder chief of police treasurer and four ward councilmen. Voters decide reimbursement claim against Farmers and Traders National Bank totaling 1567 07. Polling places in four wards with judges and clerks listed and hours 9 am to 7 pm. By order of the city council A L Richardson mayor and C M Humphreys recorder.
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