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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1906
Page
2
Public notice urges readers to sign articles with real names and explains editor discretion over publication. It warns against nom de plume submissions and notes local etiquette on messages of condolence and thanks, with per-line pricing for each insertion.
A column notes Sam Jones plans revival meetings in Portland and jokes about his effect on the town. It recalls Ban Tillman’s Senate appearance, contrasts medical and divinity doctors, and remarks on William J. Bryan’s stay in Borneo with a jab at Democratic nominations.
The National committee in Washington urged a publicity act for receipts and expenditures of party funds. Perry Belmont elected permanent chair. The aim is to curb money in elections and promote local groups to eliminate such evils, challenging wealth-backed candidates and urging reform.
The piece contrasts U.S. and English practices after a senator loses re election noting the United States requires resignation while Britain permits resignations to swap seats. It cites Arthur Balfour as defeated in his district and mentions colleagues offering to resign to let him occupy a seat and lead in Parliament.
Washington correspondent notes Standard Oil warned Metcalf and Garfield of dismissal if investigations continued. Probing into illegal octopus methods persisted with no dismissals. Corrupt senators no longer dominate public business as Roosevelt leads a crackdown on monopoly.
The piece notes a new free city delivery step for La Grande and reports unusually snowy winter conditions. It compares 1904 and 1905 county valuations in Union county, showing increased totals but a lower millage rate, with the total tax rising modestly.
The Robert Burns Society will celebrate the 47th anniversary of Burns birth with a Friday evening banquet and literary exercises. Members in La Grande must register by January 22 and pay $1 dues. nonresidents may register the night of the event.
Notice to locate the owner of a red spotted yearling steer found near Island City. The animal arrived around November 29, 1905, bears a partial left-side brand, left ear underbit, and right ear tip missing. Claimant J A Houman offers the animal for charges and proof of property at his place, 1.5 miles east of Island City, dated January 12, 1906.
The ad promotes well fed and carefully corned beef tender and wholesome with whole or half rounds available. Customers can phone to arrange rapid delivery nationwide.
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