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La Grande Evening Observer in La Grande, Oregon
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1911
Page
2
Increased Interest in Local Support for Northwest Idea
The article notes rising local interest in a Northwest project while rejecting nationwide boomers. It contrasts a Denver style approach with attempts to sell distant prospects, urging inward community effort rather than outside agitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
East
Denver
La Grande Seeks New Enterprises to Boost Growth
A local commerce club aims to attract permanent, beneficial ventures to Denver area residents and businesses. Officials propose reorganizing the Commercial Club to focus on payroll institutions and quality improvements, positioning La Grande as a growing hub in Eastern Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
la Grande
Oregon
Lawyer presence in legislature draws public debate and calls for change
The Telegram notes 15 lawyers in the Oregon Senate and 11 in the House, arguing that lawyers dominate and may push private interests. It urges voters to reject lawyers for public office, while comparing Washington and Edward VII to illustrate public perception and the need for reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon State Senate
Lawyuyet
Not a Saint but Human The Washington Figure in History
A reflective piece on George Washington highlighting his consistent success and practical humanity. It argues posterity incorrectly mythologizes leaders, noting Washington’s sound judgment, virility of mind, and rare record of achievement while acknowledging he was a man among men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward
England
Washington
Crop Returns Show Strong Harvest on Huntley Project
A 1910 crop census on Montana's Huntley Irrigation project reveals returns exceeding 183 thousand dollars on about 7 500 acres from 283 reports. Officials note average yields near 26 dollars per acre with total profits likely above 30 dollars per acre despite virgin soils and first farms in 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntley
Montana
West
Huntley Project
Lamps In Nova Scotia Demand Keeps Bright Across Province
Across Nova Scotia lamp demand remains high with rural homes relying on off lamps for illumination. Dealers use window displays and traveling salesmen to reach customers while American firms seek to expand trade amid Europe imports limited by brass and fancy lamps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nova Scotia
Europe
United States
Pendleton crowd asserts control over gubernatorial reversals
The Pendleton faction dominates moves in state politics as the governor rejects the Bowerman site for the branch asylum. Momentum suggests the Pendleton group will press their advantage despite party or creed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendelton
Bowerman
Branch Asylum
Furnish
Pendleton
Portland Claim Triggers Mobilization Critique in East Oregon
Local report accuses Portland of inflaming unrest by attracting crowds lacking funds and urges authorities in Eastern Oregon to address the movement. Officials warn of potential financial strain and social disruption as organizers rally support.
Portland Invites Guests Despite Bid for Class
A note indicates Port land extends hospitality to invited guests for a class event, despite another party's bid. The text emphasizes that she should not turn away her own guests and underscores a welcoming stance for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Washington Truthfulness Remembrance Day Urges Oregon Parley
A remembrance initiative calls for joint reflection on honesty in government as Oregon lawmakers and the governor consider public ethics measures and oversight proposals today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Board Rejects All Bids By Right Reserved
School clerk THUR C Williams notes the board reserves the right to reject any or all bids from February 15 to March 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thur C
Williams
Foley's Honey and Tar for Coughs and Colds
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a reliable family medicine for coughs colds and croup. It warns la grippe can weaken the system and notes prompt use prevents pneumonia. No opiates or substitutes. Hill's Drug Store sells it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Hill's Drug Store
Physicians and Surgeons Directory Listing
N Molitor MD physician at Adams Ave and Depot St with office Main 68 and residence 69. W Zimmerman osteopath at Summer Bldg Rooms 7 8 9 10 with multiple phones. Dr M P Mendelsohn corod of optics at Adams Ave Foley Hotel Bldg Le Grande Oregon. Dr H L Underwood and Dr Dora J Underwood office over Wright Drug Store with office Main 22 residence Main 728.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Physicians and Surgeons
N. Molitor
Adams Ave
Depot Street
Seo. W. Zimmerman
M. P. Mendelsohn
Foley Hotel
le Grande
Oregon
H. L. Underwood
Dora J. Underwood
Wright Drug Store
P. A. Charlton
Hill
la Grande
Rei
Black
Foley Kidney Pills Promise Relief for Kidney Trouble
Mrs. J. B. Miller of Syracuse New York testifies that after using Foley Kidney Pills her backache vanished and she now sleeps through the night. The advertisement touts Foley Kidney Pills as a tonic remedy for backache rheumatism and urinary irregularities with quick results and prompt relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Miller
Syracuse
N. Y
Foley Kidney
School bids for pine and fir wood district Oregon 1911
The District School Board of Union County Oregon invites sealed bids by March 3 1911 for four foot split yellow pine and red fir wood cut green by June 1 1911. Deliver 200 cords to the high school 100 cords to Fourth Ward school by July 1 1911 and all by Sept 1 1911. Bids filed with the school clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union County
Oregon
Fourth Ward
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