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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1905
Page
4
A long sale sheet lists numerous La Grande Oregon properties for sale including several six room houses, multiple lots on Chaplin's Addition and Fourth Street, acreages near Imbler and Inlay City, a brick building, and cottages. Prices range from 36 per acre to 91000 with cash and installment terms offered. sales ads mention loans, insurance, and real estate services in the Foley block.
A man named Harry Duckwell aged 26 died at home yesterday morning in the presence of his wife and child after coughing spells. He reportedly contracted a disease and died despite a physician's attempt to aid him. The incident is described in a brief local notice from Newlin Drag Co.
The city weighs adding a new employer as electric power becomes available. The proposed industry, powered by inexpensive electricity and machinery, could provide substantial employment across the region and sustain long term growth.
The preliminary hearing for Frank Evane and Filmer Browning on murder charges in the Sarah Schaeffer case began this morning with over a hundred witnesses called and a large crowd present.
Fine weather persists in Summerville. Mr and Mrs Rinehart stayed in La Grande Monday night. Mr Christian and family relocated to La Grande. The Moats infant daughter born June 20 1905. Mrs Fugate of Walla Walla visiting relatives here. The June 20 masquerade drew a large crowd. E Tice traveled on a business trip.
A black mare with white forehead is missing. reward offered for return or info. Leave at Joe Wood’s livery barn La Grande or Hilgard Lumber Co Hilgard Oregon. Notice of stockholders meeting of La Grande Commercial Club Building Association on Thursday evening February 16 1905 for election of officers and other business. Wim Miller vice president. Feb 16 1905.
The Spanish Cabinet resignations were submitted today by members of the government. The reasons for the act are not disclosed and the article notes the event occurring in Madrid.
Tokyo dispatch reports the Austrian steamer Bame seized by Japanese forces bound for Vladivostock with a cargo of coal. The capture occurred as tensions rise in the region and the vessel was loaded at sea.
I extend heartfelt thanks to the many friends who rendered kind service during my beloved wife’s illness and to the Summerville choir and Inland City friends for the towers sent.
Members of the WRC and WAC are urged to attend a joint installation at the 10'OF Hall on Saturday January 28 at 12 noon. Important business will be discussed. Also a lost pass key between the Depot and Adame is to be left at the office.
An ad-like note suggests using Herbine for heart palpitations described as heart fluttering. It claims relief in a few days and mentions a price of 50c from Newlin Drav Co. The fragment reads like a medicinal remedy promotion.
A damaged clipping lists lodge and chapter notices. It mentions T. H. Gilham and others inviting members to attend stag and encampment meetings at Maome Temple and Odd Fellows hall, with dates and officers named for local fraternal organizations. Visiting brothers are welcome.
A fragmented listing shows Oregon state and local offices such as Attorney General Wynne, Post Master General Melville, Chief Justice Metcalf, Governor Chamberlain, and various district and county officials. It includes city officers for La Grande, school district directors, and mentions of U.S. Senators and representatives with party initials, reflecting a broad state inventory of government roles.
Two car loads of first close shingles were received by the Stoddard Lamber Company, marking a notable delivery arrival for the firm.
Annie Hanter of Pittsburgh writes that four weeks of illness with reed and kidney trouble left her bent double. After trying doctors she found Bittera, which restored health and strength, letting her walk straight again. Available at the Newlin drug store for 60 cents.
P O True of Texas writes his wife suffered five years with paralysis in her arm. He says Ballards Snow Liniment cured her and helped with old sores bites and skin eruptions. The notice lists Newlin Drug Co as distributor and references prices.
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