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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1907
Page
5
Local fraternal groups list meeting times and visiting rules in La Grande. Lodges include East side groups such as Elks Seagull Masons Odd Fellows Shriners Rebekahs and Royal Neighbors with weekly and monthly schedules and cordial visitor invitations.
Under a warrant of sale issued by the Recorder of La Grande Oregon the city marshals sale will take place March 4 1907 at 10 AM in the Fire Department Building La Grande Oregon. The property is Lot 2 Block 31 MGraplins addition and the lien amount is 23.60 plus costs.
An Observer report cites Union Pacific Telephon e and Telegraph data for La Grande. Pacific Telephone and Telegraph manager G C Osburn notes 460 miles of wire in the city, 770 local exchange members, and a daily 4000 calls passing through the office.
An advertisement extols Dr. R. V. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach weakness and related organ ailments. It cites testimonials from individuals claiming renewed health and energy after using the product and notes free private medical advice from the Buffalo institute.
The Baker City Herald estimates railroad losses near half a million to a million dollars due to a ten day traffic blockade. No income from freight or passengers during this period, while costs rise to reopen lines east of The Dalles and west of Hood River. Clearing work progresses, with washouts complicating the river routes. The Bive mountains have caused little trouble this winter.
200 acres of pasture land near La Grande offered for sale at a bargain if sold promptly. Interested buyers should apply to Real Estate Loan and Collection Company for details and purchase arrangements.
A reflective proverb-like piece advises that sorrow affects all and urges wise action over self harm. It counsels that only fools invite death, while smart individuals choose a nightly remedy described as Rocky Mountain Tea.
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