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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1910
Page
2
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A nostalgic defense of Santa Claus and Christmas traditions. The author argues against skeptics who reject the enduring appeal of Kris Kringle, praising childhood faith and the warmth of old seasonal customs. Paragraphs contrast modern trends with the lasting joy of Santa Claus.
The article recalls a return to traditional Christmas customs in La Grande in 1910. It notes strong church attendance, a festive mood, snow cover, ideal weather, and an absence of suffering or poverty. Citizens, families, and churches contributed to a wholesome holiday scene with jolly Santa themes and home-loving spirit.
Eastern Oregon reels under final decision by Governor Bowerman over the site of the branch hospital for the insane. Advocates argue Union offers strong merit with minimal fuel costs due to hot water heating, potentially saving about $25,000 annually. Union is favored over Pendleton and Baker in this heated selection.
The writer questions Senator Bourne’s use of campaign expense mailings and urges him to focus on Oregon’s interests. It argues Oregon should resist eastern influences and seek real statesmanship to shape national questions through thoughtful work rather than office seeking.
Citizens weigh whether the leader should devote time to building a path back to the senate or focus on other duties. The central question remains, is this effort for the people or personal ambition?
The famous fighting cock Jim Crow will be part of the Orpheum program starting tonight. The show features a longer program with local residents praising portions seen at Pendleton. The house expects to please every attendee this week.
An advance agent arranged for showing Johnson Jeffries fight pictures in the city next Saturday at the Orpheum theatre after completing plans in Reno.
The article notes Luther Burbank of Santa Rosa reportedly grew a thornless cactus. It promotes an exhibit at the Northern California Cirrus fair in Sacramento during the Western Fruit Jobbers convention February 11th to 18th, 1911, to prove the claim.
Worody spared text touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney ailments in men women and children. Mrs S J Gilman of North Unton Oregon testifies to a two year personal cure after several remedies failed. Sold for 50 cents by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
City of La Grande Oregon on December 21 1910 passed a resolution to grade Cherry Street from Adams Avenue to Cove Avenue and build a wagon road crossing over the railroad. Property owners may perform the work or have it done within 30 days from the last publication or the city will proceed under the City Charter. D B Cox Recorder. December 23 and December 28.
Notice is given to stockholders of the United States National Bank of La Grands Oregon that the annual meeting will be held at the bank building in La Grande Oregon on Tuesday January 10 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for transacting any other business. Dated La Grande Oregon December 6 1910. T. J. Scroggin Cashier.
On December 21 1910 the city passed a resolution to improve X Avenue in front of lots 1 and 16, Block 22, Riverside Addition La Grande with a five foot board sidewalk. Property owners may perform the work or have it done within 45 days from the last publication. otherwise the city will complete the improvements per the City Charter. D. B. Cox. December 23 28.
Fragmentary note outlines a loan to fund building costs with repayment framed as rent. It suggests treating loan payments like rent and implies a repayment obligation handled by the borrower.
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