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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1906
Page
2
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The article notes why some states and localities grow faster than others, citing population density changes from 1870 to 1900 in Massachusetts Connecticut Rhode Island Alabama Georgia Illinois and lows. It argues that people choose new homes based on social atmosphere roads schools and job opportunities as much as climate or soil.
The Blue Mountain Eagle reports 960 acres of Oregon school land sold at $1.25 per acre, totaling $1,200, while Washington asks $2.60 to $10 per acre. The piece calls for a fair price, arguing cheap land harms public funds and noting Washington’s faster population growth from 1870 to 1900.
The New Age notes strong sentiment in Oregon for Frank T. Wrightman of Salem as the Republican nominee for secretary of state. It commends his "excellent and valuable work" and predicts he will receive the nomination.
The Ramson Store announces a two week sale to clear $15,000 worth of merchandise at 50 cents on the dollar. It urges customers to use its delivery service as it vacates its current quarters and continues business for the benefit of all.
J E Stearns of Balle Plaine Minn reports a friend suffered a severe hand swelling resembling blood poisoning. Buck Len's Amica Salve allegedly drew out the poison and healed the wound, advertised as best for burns and sores at Newlin's Drug Store.
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