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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1905
Page
4
A partial list of properties for sale includes several small homes, farms, and lots in La Grande and surrounding areas. Listings show prices ranging from cash only to balance payments, with notes on land size, orchard, outbuildings, and potential improvements. The text invites readers to contact the Foley block office for more options.
The Knocker condemns failed stone crosswalk experiments and criticizes mail order houses from eastern firms. He cites stuck pedestrians and local merchants paying taxes, urging residents to consider local shops before ordering from catalog giants.
The Hug Bros firm plans a 92 foot long two story addition to their store on State street. The project costs about 7000 dollars and, upon completion, will enhance their building making it among the finest in the city.
Prof and Mrs J N ewer of Spokane Wash will visit La Granite next week offering treatment for bunions corns and other foot ailments. They guarantee painless relief in minutes and invite inquiries by mail or phone to No36 The professor and wife will be at Ronde Valley halls from 1 to 4 PM.
Notice states that Elia C Peach is not responsible for any debts contracted by her husband Wa Peach. Dated in La Grande Oregon on January 27, 1905. The notice bears Wa G Peach’s name as the author.
Seamen and marines totals are listed with numbers near one hundred million dollars in disposition. The document notes additional seamen and marines are to be recruited or allocated, reflecting large wartime manpower needs and budget scope.
The Union County superintendent will hold state and county teacher examinations at La Grande High School. Dates run February 8 to February 11 with sessions for state papers including penmanship history spelling algebra reading school law and more. Primary certificates cover penmanship orthography arithmetic reading and related subjects across two days.
Mrs. Frank Pike reports her father Mr. Tierney, a known local figure, was assaulted by robbers who demanded a secret. He was taken to a hospital in Durango in critical condition. Mrs. Pike sent a telegram to Sisters Hospital for possible bedside visit and awaits a response.
Water users in arrears must pay to the City Recorder by 3 PM Tuesday January 31 1906 or water will be shut off until payment plus one dollar for turnoff and on is made. Due to Recorder’s office repairs payments accepted at Newlin Drug Co 9 to 11:30 AM and 1 to 3 PM January 20 to 31. Richardson Fowler and Gardenier Water Committee members appointed.
German singers are invited to meet at the tailor rooms of A H Marquardt on Adams Street to form a singing club. All ladies and gentlemen who sing in German in the city are asked to attend at 4:30 p.m. next Sunday afternoon. Joan Anthony, president.
Members of the WRC and AH are invited to assemble at the 11OF Hall on Saturday January 28 at noon for a joint installation. The meeting will address important business after the hour. Com notifies attendees to be punctual.
A dense roster of public officers and offices in Oregon, listing state and city roles from Attorney General to school district directors. Includes names like Oswald West, Walter Pia, N O McLeod, and J D Slater, with references to land offices, treasurers, and county officers and city council members.
Porterville California resident Mr. Oora Walker lauds Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best cold cure and preventive, noting its quick relief and easy dosing. For sale by Newlin Drug Co.
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