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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1905
Page
4
The text records ongoing Friday and Saturday night events at local fraternal groups. Mentions Vanderpool, scores around 400 points, and references to Eastern Star No 14 and Odd Fellows chapters. Several names appear for members and attendees, indicating regular communal meetings and welcomes.
Notice given that I hold a mortgage on the Bonarda Saloon property at Depor street La Grande Oregon owned by D A Brown. Administrator of Angie A Wood estate announces Feb 6 as hearing time for objections to final report and settlement. Chamberlain’s tablets advertised by a druggist in Potterville with claims of stomach relief.
A partial list of homes and parcels for sale in La Grande detailing prices, lot counts, and terms. Properties include new houses, farm land, and multiple lots in various additions with cash, down payment, and installment options. Contact the office for more details and loan assistance.
Water superintendent H Gilman believes springs on Folk land near the city reservoir offer a cheap, ample source. An option on 160 acres was secured for 3000 with plans to develop in spring. If tested water quantity matches visitors’ reports, city will act to secure the supply at an estimated total cost under 15000. Piping to the existing system could cost 10000 to 12000.
Fragmentary text reports a death linked to a coughing spell described as a strangling or suffocating attack. The notes reference a person named Gerry and mention a physician being summoned but arriving too late. The garbled OCR includes place markers and date-like remnants suggesting a 1904 St Louis context.
Governor Douglass said the Fall River strike is practically settled and a new conference on Wednesday is expected to produce final peace. Officials indicate the sole remaining issue is whether the mills will subscribe to a permanent arbitration board.
Lorence Smith an 18 year old cook at the Geiver Mendryx mining camp receives a letter from a law firm in Ohio stating her 99 year old uncle has died leaving $160,000 in cash. The quiet worker is urged to travel East or appoint a representative to claim the fortune.
Paul Delaney known as W 8 McCarley wed Misa Della Connell of Re no New at Klamath Falls with Judge Newson officiating. Delaney formerly reported for Baker City Herald and Chronicle staff recall his time in journalism. Connell worked as stenographer and typist at the Geiser Grand.
Russian prisoners of war at Nishima reveal a woman about twenty years old disguised as a soldier. She was embarrassed by exposure but is now cared for in special quarters prepared for her.
Lyman Brow reports receiving a cartload of Grand Ronde apples from F L Coykendel of OR and N, a passenger conductor here, who owns a fruit tract near La Grande. The Ganoe and Winesap apples are worm free and show fine color and appearance, marking one of the season’s attractive shipments.
We express our deep gratitude for the kindness extended during the illness from friends and neighbors to our beloved mother. Signed by Mrs. G A Lincoln and Mrs. J F Connors.
Nogi writes the Governor praising General Stoessel and asks for consideration. He states Stoessel is no longer prisoner or enemy but a foreign officer in a neutral country seeking favorable regard.
The Les Bontis Club entertained Misses May White Elsie Acklea Dollie Zaber and Myrtle Rosenbeam at Miss Ackles home Saturday evening with games and cards. Miss Florence McCall and Mr Patrick Folay won prizes. The club plans a social dance soon.
A Lodz dispatch reports that rioters yesterday raised red flags and fired fifty shots at police in St. Petersburg. Police returned fire, killing the rioter standard bearer. Sixteen rioters were arrested.
Furnished rooms for light housekeeping available. Inquire at 1617 4th Avenue, Heart Fluttering.
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