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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1905
Page
2
Notice to patrons that a day circuit will be installed in the city starting January 1. Any changes to lights that cannot be turned off during the day should be arranged promptly. Those seeking power or information on prices of motors and rates may confer with the company. Motors priced as listed in San Francisco.
Advertising rates and obituary notices appear in this section with per line pricing. Condolence resolutions and cards of thanks are offered on an advance basis for readers seeking to publish statements in the daily paper.
A thoughtful proverb attributed to Richter emphasizes a son's value on a mother's exemplary regard for others. It reflects on filial gratitude and the high standard set by a mother's virtue.
The new primary election law will govern county and state nominations next campaign and enables the people rather than corporations to select a United States Senator.
Indications point to a strong housing market in La Grande with leading contractors and architects predicting a record level of home construction for the year, potentially surpassing 1904 which was previously seen as a peak.
Wealthy taxpayers in the county support a reasonable appropriation to maintain the Lewis and Clark fair exhibit. They view it as a business investment, estimating costs at 20000 to 25000 dollars and pushing for a few hundred more to protect the substantial expenditures already made.
The speaker argues that a sugar factory could locate in Umatilla or Baker counties as in Union county, but local people must act. United effort and joining the Commercial Club by fifty or sixty business men would accelerate bringing industries and wages to the city.
The writer argues that at least seventy five percent of the county will visit the Lewis and Clark fair in Portland within eight months. Advertising by local business people will influence whether buyers shop at home or wait to purchase in Portland, with home supply cheaper than big-city stores. Merchants must clearly convey this to shoppers.
The direct primary will lead to a virtual election of Oregon's U S senators via direct popular vote. Two signature lines appear on the ballot: one pledges that the candidate will vote for the people’s nominee, the other commits the candidate to self-appointed judicial duties.
The piece argues the impact of a direct primary on senatorial elections and party loyalty. It notes that signers to the first bank would win, while those who sign the second blank stay home. It compares legislative independence to presidential electors choosing their party’s top candidate.
A grand jury will investigate bribery charges tied to the passage of the anti cigarette law by the Indiana legislature now in session. The case centers on alleged improper influence during the law’s enactment.
Notice of general election in La Grande Union County Oregon to elect Mayor Recorder Marshal and Treasurer for one year and councilman from each ward. Polling places in Ward 1 Ward 2 and Ward 3 with appointed judges and clerks listed. polling hours eight am to seven pm on March 13 1905.
Mrs D W Smith praises Herbine as the best medicine for liver regulation and constipation in a letter dated April 3 2002 noting personal relief and daily work without fatigue. Newlis Drug Co sells it for 50 cents.
Advertises rich looking meats and prices that are right. Promotes quality staples for men and women to provide for families. Lists lamb pork veal chops and steaks as daily luxuries in stock.
Public praise arrives from Mary H Walters of Columbus Ohio who says seven months of decline and sleepless nerves ended after taking Electric Bitters. She reports relief and complete cure, with the tonic sold at Newline drug store for 50 cents.
The seller offers a limited number of shade trees of the Rocky Elm and Gray Ash varieties at reasonable prices. Those wanting trees planted may arrange it by paying an extra fifty cents. Contact J T Jackson, La Grande, Oregon, or call 1898.
Unrestricted forest reserve scrip for sale at market prices. Scrip secures title to timbered farming grazing or desert land in any quantity without residence or improvement. Address H M Gamilton The Portland Portland Oregon.
An ad style fragment touts Oleanberisin's Stomach Liver Tablets as a mild, easy to tax certain remedy with unspecified claims and references the Newlin Drag Company in connection to the product.
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