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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1904
Page
4
Notice to creditors of Seymour uyer deceased living in Union County Oregon within six months from December date to present claims. The administrator Swauger requests all claimants to file with proof of their claim and provide necessary details at the proper county courthouse in La Grande Oregon.
Notice states the partnership of W U Peach J 5 Peach and W Peach, under Peach Brow, dissolves by mutual consent as W G Peach retires. J D B Peach and G W Peach will continue the business and settle debts and collect assets. Dated La Grande Oregon November 28 1904.
Oregon court proceeding involving the estate of Jane Ball deceased to heirs at law W Allies J W Alien and others. A petition seeks an order for estate administration including payment of debts and distribution under Oregon law in La Grande with Judge A Harrison presiding.
The county notifies residents that O'Connor address is ready for sale at remates on prices. Lot blocks on the west residence lots on the top are available. Buyers seeking larger trade should bid for the same widow lot. sale opens on Dr 24 at Oak Streets.
An odd fragment notes candy products and purity claims for Bon Hoos and chocolates. The item references Nowlin Brus Cu and describes chocolate assortments in a vintage promotional tone.
President Roosevelt considers creating a commission to govern Alaska and divides the territory into three or four districts. Each would elect a commissioner, with the president appointing an equal number alongside the territorial governor to form a governing board. He also proposes a mounted police force modeled after the Philippines constabulary.
No pupils enrolled. No pupils belonging to average daily attendance 24. No days attendance 434. No days above 14. Per cent attendance 07. The following named pupils were present every day Willie Baker Nellie Conrad Ray Greiner Alec McDonald Clarence Quillie Stelle Reasoner Fanny Vandermulin Orville Baker Leo Gretor Helen McDonald Anna Reasoner Kenny Vandermulin Arthur Woodell Donald Reasoner. Her ber Conard and Elmer Conrad were absent one day 8 Ayres Teacher.
The body of former Transvaal president Paul Kruger, arrived from Holland aboard the Batavier, has started its final journey from Cape Town with an escort of honor and will be buried in Pretoria.
Community lodge listings include Meetr Six Lodge No 6 meets Saturdays at their hall with officers named and visiting brothers welcome. Public land notice from La Grande Oregon lists claimant James Udeley for timber and homestead claims with witnesses to prove up and cultivation in township and range.
A customer testimonial claims Ballard’s Snow Liniment cured back pain after one bottle. An ad from Newim Urag Co lists the product at 25 cents or a dollar, with the seller at Gibson City LMkwode.
A Leesville resident W H Brown awaited death from illness and asthma before Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption saved his life. He reports enduring severe agony before relief and lasting comfort after the treatment, with a hopeful note on cure and renewed health.
A burst or split water pipe in the Masonic block at Baker City flooded the Standard Furniture Company below. Water streamed through the building all night soaking carpets, chairs, mattresses, and stock in the basement. Management estimates damages at not less than 20000.
Three quarter sections offer plow land four miles south of Island City. Options include all as one body or divided to suit buyers. Seeded fall grain present on some. Other parcels ask 45 00 and 60 00 per acre. See Powers, the Minnesota Landman.
An advertisement touts Herbine as a remedy for nervousness headaches and rheumatic pains promising restored energy and vitality. A testimonial from a user asserts improved well being after using Herbine for two years and urges others to try the product. The notice cites Hubbard Temple Lexas and dates unspecified.
The Union County Oregon treasurer announces funds on hand to pay warrants presented before October 7 1900 with no interest after November 1904. Dated La Grande November 1904. Also notes that the exposition company debts are largely paid leaving little for stockholders and estimates royalties from the exposition at about 10 million dollars.
The La Grande National Bank will hold its annual stockholders meeting at the bank in La Grande on January 10 1905 between 10 AM and 4 PM. A board of five directors for the ensuing year will be elected and other business may be transacted as needed.
Contorted ad fragment lists a 100 acre farm sale or rent option. Mentions Le Grande region, Inquire of Ym Moss, Free Delivery No 1, and Island City reference. Rewards offered for finder who returns a lost item. Also includes notes about Myrtle Gates and La Grenade Investment Company with unrelated details.
Dry lumber and pole wood advertised for sale with 16 inch lengths and 4 feet sizes. Contact H Atkinson at Old Town Store at phone 1281.
The undersigned will sell at public sale at the farm of M Baker on Tuesday December 20 1904 at ten o'clock a m. Items include mare barrow three colts drill cows gang plow calves mower rake harness double harness wagon buggy household goods. Terms cash under $10. notes up to six months on approved note rate six percent. five percent discount on all cash sales over ten dollars. Ed Etringhaw Auctioneer J F Baker Jr Deo va hr
Mrs Shaw of West Wisconsin seeks domestic washing work at her home. She offers reliable service and reasonable rates for家庭 chores and garment care in a local employment notice.
Local ad advertises a box coat for lass mates and ready wood items. It mentions a drawing with every dollar paid, a lumber company including Mioddard Lumber Co and La Grands planing mill, and a phone number 231 for orders including fruit and boxes.
Complete house keeping outfit offered for immediate sale at Adams Ave and Uedar St. Sale advertised by J C Ardrey with the note furniture available if sold at once.
A black fur bow went missing Monday night between Army Hall and the residence of J W White. Suitable reward offered for its return.
Finely improved 320 acre farm near Kind City. Includes 4 miles from town, 5 room house, large barn, granary and hat block of land. Farm machinery included. Asking price 25.00 per acre with half cash. Property at 2 blocks from Court House, 81100. G H Powers The Minnesota Landman Slater Block.
Harris Meat Market touts its home cured breakfast bacon and hams to longtime customers. A sample order is offered to prove superiority, with rush job work available at the Observer office.
The author states they have disposed of their feed store to J W White and thanks the public for past patronage. Debtors are asked to settle accounts with the seller, who can be contacted at La Grande National Bank for collection on all titles. Johnson signs the notice on December 10.
Our icebox holds prime condition meats at good prices. A smart farm bill based on these meats promises value and quality for your meals and budget.
80 acre farm two miles east of La Grande offered for sale. Property lies on the rural post and farmers Telephone line. Buyer named M Baker to proceed with purchase.
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