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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1909
Page
8
A vintage health warning text claims harm from fat reducing pills, describing severe risks including heart disease, kidney trouble, and death from fatty degeneration. It warns users about over fat reduction and condemns excess body fat with harsh language.
A large audience at La Grands Brow ard opera house praised the Curtiss company in The Man From Messee. M Curtiss as Benjamin Fitshew impressed as a versatile comedian. Tonight’s bill features The Gambler's Wife, a strong dramatic production about Jack Diamond and Anna Dennison and their strained marriage.
The article discusses an ongoing case on the punishment of night riders linked to the assault and murder of Captain Quentin Rankin at Walnut Log on October 19. It notes a potential new trial request and argues the court’s prior errors in evidentiary rulings and witness testimony.
Lawmakers labor through night sessions as talks on sterilization and a single state school bill unfold. Support grows for three schools at Wes won, Ashland, and Monmouth with efforts to amend for a Portland site. Critics warn of trades involving Ashland and Wrenn schools for Crater Lake road funding totaling $100,000.
The house and senate held sessions this afternoon with a Saturday session planned for tomorrow. Acting Governor Hawett of Seattle supports the Spokane Township bill while carriers push for local option and county support.
Fragmented legal notice reports a receiver suing Thomson over an estate matter. It notes court action for property disposition and potential bankruptcy proceedings. The readable text lacks clear names and dates but indicates an official liquidation effort and court involvement.
City ordinance requires tenants or caretakers to clear sidewalks and building areas within six hours after daylight or face fines up to $2.00. It sets penalties for obstructing sidewalks and outlines enforcement by the recorder. Publication in La Grande Evening Observer and mayoral approval required for effect.
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