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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1904
Page
2
The Grande Evening Observer announces its status as second class mail matter in Grande, Oregon, with the publication entered at the post as a local newspaper.
A terse notice indicates a daily publication schedule excluding Sundays, with content planned year in advance and six months ahead for Mong related listings. The fragmentary line hints at single copy sales and circulation timing.
The December 1904 Monthly Circulation Statement shows total money in the United States at 2 840 236 028 with gold coin 1 351 415 688, standard silver dollars 668 434 865, subsidiary silver 111 694 407, greenbacks 346 681 016, United States notes 11 631 000, and National Bank Notes 460 679 076. Treasury assets and circulating stock stand at 2 573 888 387 on December 1 1904, with per capita circulation estimated at 31.22. Population of 82 445 000 excludes territories. comparison figures for prior years are given.
In Paris Dr Chadwick savors old fashion pleasures as a冬 season allure grows strong until a harsh winter finalmente intervenes.
Officials estimate a three month period to remove debris from the World’s Fair site though work has begun. City engineers say site clearance will proceed in stages with crews clearing streets and surrounding lots as safety checks are completed.
The Mint director reports global gold coinage totaling 5.6 billion dollars, with the United States holding 1.3 billion dollars, about a quarter of the world’s supply.
Secretary Taft reportedly faced limited room to turn in Panama, though observers say the claim is likely exaggerated and not a real issue.
Senator Platt signals retirement as rumors swirl about Odell’s alleged influence over his bow and fiddle. The piece hints at pressure from Odell over the veteran public figure’s musical career and political stance, leaving readers uncertain about the outcome.
The article notes a proposal to replace the Doxology with a hymn starting Praise Jobin from whom oil blessings flow at Chica Go University. It discusses religious music changes amid campus traditions and points to official consideration by university leaders.
The article notes President Roosevelts belief that only the federal government can handle the trusts. It implies the executive branch intends to use federal power to challenge trusts and assert control.
The passage extols easy communication and ample highways as essential to democratic fellowship and sound economics while condemning parsimony in road neglect. It frames well maintained public roads as key to progress and prosperity.
The passage argues that poor roads in a settled community imply ignorance and shiftlessness, while good roads signify thrift and intelligence among residents along the route. It frames road quality as a measure of local character and civic effort.
The passage urges making every stranger feel at home by sharing facts about the Grande Ronde valley and La Grande, emphasizing local merits and resources over distant war news. It aims to turn visitors into walking advertisements who may decide to locate and boost local wealth.
Executor JB Kell of Fataneeee states heirs and creditors must present claims to Finn, ae Bailding, a & Grands, Oregon within six months of first publication. Dated and first published October ee Church, Executor of Estate of deceased.
A brief item notes J. 32. Williams achieving a notable act, with reference to a Grande by the 9 account results. The fragment highlights an individual performance in a local context.
Public notice by Johnkor stating disposal of feed estate to J W White and gratitude for patronage in peat. Call at La Grande Nat 5 to settle all bills personally. receipts available for all amounts owed.
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