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La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1906

Page

2

Advertising Rates and Notices for Insertion

In this notice the rates for advertising and read notices are provided on application. Rates apply per line for each insertion and include condolence notices and lines of thanks where applicable.

Lenten Season Details and Observances Across Churches

Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent and lasts forty six days including six Lent Sundays. Lent is observed by Church of England Episcopal churches Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox traditions. It is a time of fasting and prayer preparing for Easter on April 18. The Saxon term Lent means Spring and the season discourages parties and amusements. Regular services intensify with violet liturgical color except Good Friday when black is used. Easter Eve April 14 is a proper day for baptisms.

Church of England United States Scotland

Cost of Living Per Capita Falls Since 1860

Experts calculate per person annual living costs in the United States. 1860 totals reach 121 631 dollars across categories including bread, meats, clothing and metals while 1906 estimates total 104 464 dollars. Two persons today need 17 157 less than in 1860 for the same living quantity.

United States

Tariff Changes Noted for New Foundland Exports

The document outlines tariffs on imports to Newfoundland including 20 percent ad valorem on draft animals, 50 cents per bushel on apples, 2 cents per pound on dried apples, 10 percent on barley, 55 percent on dry goods, 36 percent on machines, and $1 to $5 per thousand on lumber. It notes 1904 U S exports to Newfoundland totaling $1,147,289 and promotes the bulletin service for public benefit.

United States Newfoundland

A Modern Mirage Miracle Recovery Featured

A report from Woodford Tennessee describes Mrs Mollie Holt's dramatic recovery after a near death spell from lung infection. Doctors feared death, but a remedy labeled New Discovery led to steady improvement and full recovery. The account notes a price of 60 cents to $1.00 at drugstores.

Mollie Holt J. C. R. Hooper Woodford, Tann Newuin Pro

Farmers Offer Green Fir and Tamarack Fence Posts for Trade

Farmers advertise fencing supplies with about 5000 fenceposts cut from green fir and tamarack, thoroughly dry, available this spring. Posts may be exchanged for livestock hay grain eggs potatoes or other produce at The Golden Rule or 1606 Sixth Street. Also dry cordwood offered in any quantity. J Axhony

Sixth Street J. Axhony

Newfoundland Tariff Sets New Import Rates

The British province of Newfoundland fixed a new tariff rate on goods imported to the island, signaling updated duties for merchants and travelers alike. The measure aims to regulate trade and protect local industries as markets adapt to the revised schedule.

Newfoundland

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Ephone Red Cross Drug Store A.C. McLennan C. E. Hackman Adama Avenue Greenwood Street la Grande National Bank Eorge Palmer Prasipent J. M. Berry Vice Prastpant F. L. Meyers Caswar George L. Cleaver Casnian W. L. Brenholts Casuien, Berry F. M. Burkit A. B. Conley C. GC. Penington F. J. Holmes A. B.C la Grenie Oregon A. Vz.oliver Slater Building Jefferson Ave Main la Grande Crande Ronde Lumber Perry la Grande Evening Observer la Grande Dragon Currey Bros Newsin Drus Co THE LA Grande Nursery Geo. W. Powell Thorns’ Grocery Union County J. C. Henry J. M. Mureay FD. Haisten T. At W. H. Bohnenkamp Jose la Sreeda E. M. Weilman & CompAny Adams Avenue
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