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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1907
Page
6
The ad touts the Born line of merchants claiming up to date style and fit. It highlights a complete 1 1 3 yard sample line for visualizing patterns and garments. It promises a perfect fit for men’s suits and mentions a gents furnishing department.
General job notice seeks workers for Sugar Company ranches. Applicants should apply at Sage Factory’s office or at Srancer Farm.
Special attention to workmanship in every detail and a price that outshines competitors. The ad urges readers to see the garments and be convinced that value and quality are unmatched.
Local notes report Rev E B Hays visiting Elgin and Rev C H King returning from revival work there. Sam R Haworth returned from Salem and Portland after weeks away. J B Smith visiting from Pleasant Valley. China New Year festivities noted with about fifty locals planning to resume routines. S C Swackhammer and Mrs Swackhammer return from Portland. health improving. Chester Hanson of North Powder visits sister Mrs Charles Norris after a severe ankle sprain. Walter E Furgerson, former La Grande teacher now returning from California, plans to settle in the county.
A flood of congratulations flowed to Archbishop Gallagher at the Galveston residence marking his first birthday in Texas. Messages came from across the province covering Texas Oklahoma and Indian Territory with many from Columbus Ohio where he served before. Separate celebrations are planned in April for the 25th anniversary of his episcopal elevation.
The State charged Fred Ryner with robbing Fagin of eighty dollars while intoxicated. The jury returned a guilty verdict after two days of Circuit court deliberation. Sentence planned for March first.
The St. Peter's church on Fourth Street received a new coat of paint improving its exterior. The rector believes this work signals future enhancements toward a better church.
Amusement notice praises Human Hearts for decades of acclaim and calls it the Great American Drama. Steward's Opera House schedules the play for Wednesday Feb 20. A midweek Noyes Rink skating and dancing party is postponed to Thursday due to Company L inspection. For rent three furnished rooms for light housekeeping, phone Red 251.
An 1890s advertisement by John Kemp of Otisfield Maine promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a cure for chilblains saltrheum fever sores indolent ulcers piles burns wounds frost bites and skin diseases. The product is offered at 25 cents at Newlin drug store.
A coroner's jury concluded the Russian death at Perry was accidental and cleared the principal figures of responsibility. The funeral is expected tomorrow and the county will not bear funeral expenses due to the deceased's funds.
The Harris family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends for kindness during their bereavement. Father mother brothers and sisters convey gratitude for support and condolences.
Guerry's New Laundry advertises thorough wool blanket washing services promising careful care and clean results. The short note emphasizes their ability to wash woolen blankets and suggests reliable garment care.
Help wanted for a foreman to lead ranch maintenance near La Grande. Steady employment and good opportunity for the right man. Preference for a party living on the north side of the city. Apply at the Sugar factory office.
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