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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1905
Page
2
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The piece argues that past generations endured harsher conditions yet valued progress. It contrasts preindustrial labor and wages with modern comforts, cites census figures and per capita trade balances from 1600 to 1904, and notes shifts from deficits to surpluses in foreign trade and the ample agricultural output supporting living standards.
Golller's Weekly urges readers to write to their Senator or Congressman to preserve the Falls. It notes the President urged action, but only Congress can act, criticizing representatives opposed to protecting national heritage for private gain.
The Wallowa county assessment roll shows 79 160 acres of tillable land valued at 1 274 065 with improvements on deeded lands at 665 740 and on town lots at 945 810. Town lots cost 74 906, improvements on undeeded lands 69 760. Cattle total 22 042 valued at 596 450. sheep and goats 176 142 valued at 440 520. swine 7 550 valued at 22 530. Total tax able property 4 681 515.
The article recalls the old rational road across Illinois with the Cumberland Maryland line to Terra Haute Indiana and a weekly service to Springfield. It notes the rough rides in clumsy coaches and high rates restricting travel to merchants and lawyers. Clay and Lincoln are listed among frequent passengers.
County Clerk Frank S. Fields reports the 1906 tax roll will be completed this afternoon. It shows a valuation around 143 million, compared with 56 million in 1904, with property assessed near rental value of almost 90.
The note invites children to write letters to Santa Claus and mail them at Newlin Drive, describing a local drop point named God’s store.
Notice announces a stockholders meeting at the office of Wm Miller & Bro on Monday January 15 1906 at 8 PM to elect officers for the ensuing year and handle other business. Wm Miller & Bro is the meeting place. Ww Mitter serves as president.
Notice calls a stockholders meeting of La Grande National Bank in La Grande Oregon on Tuesday January 9 1906 at 2 pm to elect a nine member board and address any lawful business. Cashier F L Meyers dated December 1 1905.
A festive restaurant invites patrons to sample a parade of brand meals claiming superior taste. They promise repeat visits and social sharing, alongside appetizing value as it emphasizes carving prices with the same care as meals.
A call to support the fruitgrowers convention urges unity and effort to ensure a successful Northwest event. The Northwest press has publicized La Grande’s exhibit, and locals are urged to lend a hand to put the town on the map.
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