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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1909

Page

2

Depot contractors push completion of Joseph depot

Fisher and partners of Fisher and Petrie, depot contractors, visit the city after receiving finishing material for the Joseph depot. They say Enterprise depot was finished two weeks ago and Joseph depot should be completed this week. The depots mirror the Wallowa depot and are built to withstand cold weather. The lower floor houses the agent’s office telegraph room waiting room express closets and freight room. The upper floor holds Metis rove for the agent AM and other rooms. all are finished and the woodwork is well stained.

Ewan Sun. Hoe Enterprise Joseph Wallowa

Artesian Well Drills Deep in Walla Walla Farm

A Rinlock Pratt company artesian well near Walla Walla reached 597 feet with strong flow increasing from 1 to 250 gallons per minute after 20 minutes of drilling today. The site aims to strike the main pressure naturally. A local note recalls a 10 year old tale of recovery from consumption using Dr King’s New Discovery.

Rinlock Pratt Company Wis Phedrith Warkitae Ervatont

Lostine Depot Construction Highlighted in Contractor Tribute

The passage praises contractor skill and notes the Lostine depot was completed earlier by different contractors. It describes the depot as smaller than the pest yet substantially dullt, reflecting comparative assessments of work quality and timing.

Storm Damage Hits Harriman Railway System

Peddlington reports storm and flood damage to Harriman rail lines across the northwest, with losses estimated around $100,000 and affecting tracks roads bridges and trestles. General Manager J P O'Brien has sent experts to survey all lines under his jurisdiction to determine exact losses and eventual impact on profits.

Sunday church notices at two local congregations

First Presbyterian Church Washington Avenue and Sixth Street hosts morning baptisms new member reception and communion with evening sermon God's Appointments. Sunday School led by W L Brenholts. Union of programs at both churches includes Bible school Epworth league and prayer meetings.

First Presbyterian Church Washington Avenue Sixth Street W. L. Brenholts Iender Mra A. T. A. Brotherhood Minse BE Cochran W. Seemann

Island City Speaker at Local Church Sunday Evening

Island City resident Mr. Zimmerman will speak at the Island City church Sunday at 7 20 p m. All are invited to attend.

Island City Zimmerman

Central Church of Christ Services and Baptisms Noted

The Central Church of Christ in La Grande lists a 9:45 a m Bible school with C C Flesh man as superintendent, 11 a m morning worship with sermon The Rule for Progress, 7:30 p m evangelistic service with Some Peculiarities of the Disciples, and baptisms during the day. Evening sermon by Rev O H King is highlighted. The M E Church South and M BE church South also schedule sermons and services.

Central Church of Christ Bible School C. C. Fleshman C. E la Grande O. H. King

Notice of Trustee Sale for J W Secriber Residence

Sealed bids due by 6 p m February 6 1909 for the J W Secriber residence property La Grande Oregon lot 1 2 in Grandys addition with improvements. Property listed as desirable and valued about 6000. Bids may be rejected inspection at room 28 La Grande National Bank Building.

la Grande National Bank Grande Stat United States la Grande Oregon Farmers & ‘Traders National Bank of Grandy

For sale at a bargain by La Grande Investment Co

A notice announces a bargain sale by La Grande Investment Co. The item is described as healthily priced and available to buyers on approved security. The advertisement notes a roughly 100 day period for the offer.

Corner Church Schedule and Illness Update

Corner Sixth and Spring hosts Sunday School at 9 45 led by superintendent Dr J E Stevenson 11 morning worship with a sermon on Failures. Evening worship at 7 30 features Lites Lessons from Living Men. The Once Accord prayer meeting runs nightly at 7 30 next week. Mrs Blackburn is critically ill and Dr Blackburn cannot attend until February 14.

J. E. Stevenson EB. T. Starkey

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