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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1908

Page

4

Water drives Idaho growth and irrigation impact

The article extols irrigation development in the Boise and Payette valleys, noting water as the key driver of settlement and prosperity. It contrasts Idaho projects with Grande Ronde, cites large expenditures, and urges farmers and businesses to study irrigation effects and future gains. It mentions subscription pricing and publishing notes from the La Grande office.

Boise Valley Homestead Idaho Boise Payette Grande Ronde Valley

Sugar Factory Relocation Sparks Regional Debate

The piece notes the sugar factory in IA is unprofitable for multiple seasons and argues relocation. It calls for water to improve dividends and highlights Astoria Commercial Club plans to secure a permanent Chautauqua, with La Grande lacking leadership to start. A proposed new park could host it, while Christmas spirit and public interest rise. The text mentions leadership gaps and location cues but emphasizes financial concerns and civic initiatives.

Astoria la Grande

Investigation of O R N Accident at West End Crossing

Trainmaster J D Matheson of La Grande led a Pendleton committee to probe the O R N crossing collision on Thursday evening. Two young men in a milk wagon were struck by passenger train No 8 but only bruised. the wagon was demolished and the horse unharmed. No railroad staff were blamed.

J. D. Matheson la Grande Young Girson and Stover Judd Fish Bowman Hotel Bert Huffman Schuyler Wis Mathezon Pendleton East Oregonian

Glee Club Presents Diverse Stunts At Oregon Event

The University of Oregon Glee and Mandolin clubs plan a lively program featuring dialect monologues and dialogues by Voight and Van Dusen, a piano farce by Ogden and Geister, a song and dance by the convict quartet Cooper Nelson Wood and Burke, and comic selections by the club.

University of Oregon Glee and Mandolin Clubs la Grande Voight van Dusen Ogden Geister Cooper Nelson Wood Burke

Lane county druggists barred from selling certain bitters

Eugene officials under the local option law have notified Eugene druggists that they must stop selling certain bitters alleged to contain high alcohol levels and used as beverages. The ban extends to druggists in Lane Benton and Lincoln counties and prompts inquiries to manufacturers for testing.

Eugene Ore Lane Courty E. R. Bryson Drugetsta Lane County Benton Lincoln Brysen

New Warehouse Company Forms to Build Wool Trade Hub

Joseph ti Melt leads the formation of The Cibeene Warehouse Company of Foerh by Articles of Incorporation. The facility aims to process and store a large wool crop, with 80 percent shipped from the point. Construction begins soon and the warehouse will feature a sheltered platform and high car-floor for efficient freight handling.

Joseph Ti Ted Albert Wurrwelier Cibeene’ Warehouse Company Foeerh Feevim Pnoiah Whratlewa Coun Ttme

Joseph to Build Central Warehouse for Wool and Grain

Citizens intend to construct a large warehouse in Joseph to store wool and grain for Wallowa county ranchers. The project, funded by local citizens without external contributions, aims to sustain Joseph as the county’s leading city.

Joseph Wallowa County

Richey Favored for Reappointment as Postmaster Here

G. M. Richer appears likely to be reappointed postmaster for four more years with strong Oregon delegation backing. The office has grown under his four years, and a new federal building is anticipated. A $45,000 building appropriation is debated alongside a prior $65,009 total. the exact use of the funds remains uncertain.

G. M. Richer Oregon Richey Congress

Phonographs and Records Featured at Newlin Book and Stationery

Newlin Book and Stationery Co promotes phonographs as popular gifts this year with nine fine models and hundreds of desirable records available for purchase.

Newlin Book and Stationery Co

Yeggmen Blow Lind Saloon. Nitro Blast Tells Hidden Loot

In Lind Washington two criminals used nitro glycerine to wreck a saloon early this morning. They looted $125 and damaged windows in adjoining houses as a result of the blast.

Spokane Lind, Wash

Little Shop offers hand colored Christmas greetings

A brief notice advertises hand colored photographs of American scenes and late Christmas greetings in limited supply. The seller invites interested buyers to call at once at THE LITTLE SHOP.

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