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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1907
Page
4
In La Grande Oregon the paper lists post office entry as Second Class Matter. It states no articles appear under nom de plume and signed pieces come with editor discretion. Advertising rates are shown: display ads by line. local notices 100 per line. insertions 50 per line. condolence resolutions 96 per line. cards of thanks 6 per line.
In Spokane an independent laundry is planned with backing from city labor unions. The move signals collective support for a new local employer and potential jobs for union members as negotiations proceed with developers and city officials.
Discussion mentions sending the question of raising the saloon license to $1,000 to a public vote at the upcoming city election. A London physician asserts candy prevents consumption, suggesting youths would seize the argument to push higher sweetness funding.
Citizens in Marion county consider a mass meeting to object to the county court tax levy. The unrest echoes last year’s protest over assessments made on a full valuation.
A statewide convention in Portland favors transferring tax collection from the sheriff to the assessors. They argue that assessor provided data would aid in accurate collection and support the merit of such a change.
Governor Gooding advocates a Idaho state railroad commission with full authority to set maximum freight rates and enforce publicity on railroad transportation, mirroring the federal model. He argues such a commission would aid the Northwest while powerless bodies would burden taxpayers.
County officials note years of successful pool shows and suggest a poultry exhibition to reveal the county's rich poultry stock and boost revenue. The display could spotlight advantages of extensive poultry raising and attract broader interest among residents.
The Hood River valley gains world notice through persistent collective effort to advertise and showcase fruit. At a Portland Oregon Fruit Growers meeting Hood River contributes 200 boxes while Willamette valley offers 150, illustrating how consistent local initiative elevates the region’s reputation.
Stillwell & Company announces its first year business start with main line contact at Phone Main 16, signaling a fresh year operation and customer outreach.
An article emphasizes digestion as the body's core strength, arguing that a weak stomach weakens all organs including the heart liver and kidneys. It recounts a Quebec man whose stomach illness improved after using Dr Pierce remedies and urges readers to seek Dr Pierce’s Common Sense Medical Adviser.
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