This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1906
Page
6
J W Sommer serves as cashier at the Faumens and Twapnms National Bank. The snippet lists Sommer in an official capacity within the bank's internal structure.
Local fraternal groups list meeting times and venues in La Grande. Entries cover Eagles La Grande, La Grande Lodge 16, Encampment 31 I O F, M W A Camp 7705, Foresters Maid Marion 22, Friendship Tent 31 K O T M, Hive 27, La Grande Lodge 435, Woodmen of the World 169, Red Cross Lodge 27, Rathbone Sisters Rowena Temple 9, La Grande Lodge A F and A M, Rebekah Chrystal Lodge 50, Modern Brotherhood of America, and related officers inviting visiting members.
The article notes that the arch of the foot signals character and habits, condemns flat foot as a deformity, and cites social and military stakes. It explains that cures target underlying nerve and spinal causes, with osteopaths achieving success by spine work and, when needed, local foot treatment.
A visitor is urged to view Stillwell & Co’s display to fully appreciate its offerings and craftsmanship. The invitation suggests the exhibit showcases notable products and design features.
A seller promotes hot chicken tamales in large quantities with copper patent steamers for party orders. Tamales are advertised as hot and fresh with prompt delivery and exact service times. Cold orders for Xmas candy are mentioned, with parlors opening after shows.
Miss Nina Hunstock announces art instruction for ladies of La Grande in water colors and china painting. Lessons available at her studio located at 906 Main St.
At Frederic Trieber’s studio in New York a private viewing showcased a bronze statue model of Cai Robert E Ingersoll to be erected in Glen Oak Park Peoria Illinois. The sculpture stands one third larger than life and will be cast in bronze early next spring for unveiling on Ingersoll’s death anniversary July 21.
London December 27 report says the Ottawa Valley railway line from Montreal to the Great Lakes will proceed after a special directors meeting announced the capital required was over subscribed.
The annual school meeting is scheduled for tomorrow at 2 PM to levy a tax for maintenance of public schools and for other necessary purposes. Last year the levy was seven mills and if furnishing two more rooms in the new brick building is needed a similar levy may be required. The La Grande school district has $1,258 20! in total taxable property.
Foresters of America notify members of the regular annual election of Officers Physician and dropgist at the meeting Thursday December 27, 1906. Absentees may be fined. L. L. Swonawass F,S
J B Hulse photographer Bohnenkamp building invites pupils to make stamp pictures during the holidays. Come early to ensure prompt attention and early delivery of finished work.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.