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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1905
Page
5
A fragmented real estate advertisement lists multiple parcels near La Grande and nearby areas. It notes prices from $90 per acre to $1400 per lot with terms such as cash down and installments, along with descriptions of acreage, improvements, and locations like Cheplin’s addition and Adams Street. It mentions farm acreage near Pert, and several block and lot offerings with varying features and building info.
A fragmentary piece urges rural communities to preserve the old American spirit of liberty and equality to curb graft and class legislation. It argues that public bodies and organizations must embody this spirit, and that individuals must uphold it to deter corruption and preserve rights.
A grave misadventure occurred when a body sent to Hull for interment was interred there by mistake after transporting the wrong casket. The confusion arose from mislabeled baggage and a late train, with authorities stating neither the order nor the tulker agent were at fault.
The Oregon Produce Co loaded three carloads of apples yesterday and plans to finish packing soon. Mr Guat expects to wind up the apples business in a few days as packing ends. Afterward the cold storage trade in large cities will control the market with late fruit from the South.
A pleasant surprise party was held last evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Hank in honor of their daughter Waroline. Guests enjoyed games, refreshments, and a cheerful departure as they left for their homes. Attendees included Agnes Grant, Jean, Lavern Wisaler, Thelma Lockhart, Irene Louis, Killen Louis, Ethel Sullivan, Lizzie Grider, Barnace Hook, Edith Rush, Rath Uotnar, Eye Corner, Mabie Reynolds, Rath Reynolds, Heatrice Bakeman, Sophia Rath, Nelio and Caroline Hoak.
The United States Department of Agriculture released a 1905 census style table listing national farm animal totals on January 1. It notes horses at about 17 million with a per head value near $70, cattle, sheep, and hog totals with their respective average values, totaling roughly $3.0 billion in aggregate farm animal value.
The Haines Record reports confirmation from an authoritative source that a sanatorium will be built at once after the ground is cleared. The financing for the project is secured in the bank and contracts for materials are in place.
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