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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1911
Page
5
A blend of local notices: Haradon’e Tru-Frut chocolates advertised “Made just right” at leading confectioners. A broad repair shop ad lists services by R W Leighton including auto bicycle repairs and a variety of household and metal items. Also mentions Readin February Sunset Magazine promo and W W Berry store sale crowd.
The Wright Drug company advertises prescription No. 101 claiming a cure for chilblains in one night for mild cases and one to three days for severe cases at 50 cents. The M. E. church women announce a cooked food sale on Saturday Feb. 4 at the former Van Duyne store building.
A string of visitors and residents travel through La Grande with stays at the Savoy and Foley hotels. Notables include Mrs W E Whitlock of Imbler, Miss Nora Casey of Hilgard, F P Pickin of Union, G H Switerland of Walla Walla, John H Jacobs of Union, I H Robinson of Joseph, Gen Beck from Haines, Dexter Midllroy of Union, John Hawthorne of Telecaset, F S Bramwell, John Cohen of Nampa, Wm Bollows of O W, C A Galloway, Frank Collings, C B Geddings, John Graham of Elgin, G W Cameron of Wallowa, Ed Graves and Mrs Irwin party, Mrs Carl Kirkpatrick, and building inspector G A Loring, all noted as staying or visiting La Grande or passing through during the period.
County Clerk Ed. Wright granted a marriage license today to L. J. Walls of Wallowa county and Nelile C. Finley of this city. The ceremony will be performed by a physician actor noted for splendid ability.
A. T. Hill, Druggist advocates Adlerika as a single dose remedy to relieve wind in the stomach or bowels sour stomach or constipation almost instantly.
Depot workers call for more police help to clear the men's waiting room as hoboes and drifters swarm the space. They report constant harassment by the hidden crowd, a foul odor, and unsafe, unsanitary conditions hindering travelers and staff.
Notice states that those holding tickets dated January 5 will receive a full refund on presentation as per the advertisement. L. J. French will continue this advertising system until further notice, SMITH & GREENE.
Notice is given to all concerned that William Reynolds administrator of the estate of Willem Albert Adams deceased has filed his final report. The Union County Court of Oregon will hear the report Wednesday February 8 at 2 oclock PM at the county court house in La Grande Oregon. Dated La Grande Oregon January 1911. William Reynolds administrator. January 16 1911 publication dates listed.
A vintage remedy note advises taking Chamberlain's Cough medicine and soaking feet in hot water before bed to ward off severe cold after exposure. An odd, stray line about an interior dealer ends the fragment.
Directory style notice listing GEO W Zimmerman osteopath DR H L Underwood and Dr Dora J Underwood dentists Dr R L Lincoln and Dr P A Charlton veterinarian with their offices and phone numbers in La Grande Oregon providing special attention to diseases and surgery and contact details for each professional.
Review notes the play The Climax as uplifting and high class entertainment. H A Cory lauds its favor with song and drama. Cast includes Miss O’Brien and Mr Patton in a quartet in a single living room setting at the Keylor Grand.
For rent a modern room at 1311 C avenue contact Black 822. Vacuum housecleaning upholstery and furniture repair offered by L. F. Bellinger phone Red 562.
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