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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1905
Page
5
The Grande Ronde mining region draws renewed attention with several ledges rich in ore. Operators see enough open properties to justify machinery and expenditure. Mines near each other could be amalgamated locally and are expected to boost trade and establish a permanent mining camp this year.
Letter writer urges practical demonstration on road improvements to La Grande and Cove, criticizing inaction on the Gekeler lane and advocating graveling from the Grange Hall to the Cove. Farmers offer 300 to 500 dollars. a gravel pit dump exists and local support is ready if funding is found.
The piece argues for establishing a hospital in La Grande to serve Wallowa county. It notes strong local support but cites lack of medical staff input and urges the Commercial Club to push for a quick, favorable campaign and an easy victory.
London January 31 The Princess Victoria wife of King Edward’s son underwent a critical operation. Doctors report the procedure a success and the present recovery time is the best possible outcome at this stage.
President Roosevelt and party arrived early this morning from Philadelphia after delivering an address last evening. The journey to Annapolis and Philadelphia and back proceeded without incident.
A one year old boy sustained severe burns when a lamp toppled during a church visit in Oakesdale Washington. The incident occurred while Rev. Mr. Tod was away at church. details of the injury and caretaker actions were reported.
The codling moth is little known among fruit growers and often mistaken for other moths. It measures up to about three fourths of an inch with brownish gray front wings crossed by gray lines and a bronze or gold spot at the tips. The hind wings are grayish brown and the insect blends with old bark when resting. Eggs are laid a few days after emergence on apple leaves or fruit, with the first generation mainly on leaves and the second generation mainly on fruit.
J R Cullman of Potterville Michigan touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as best for stomach troubles and constipation. He claims easy to take and satisfying results with money-back guarantee. sold by Newlin Drug Co.
R. J. Tait is described as a pioneer music teacher in the Grande Ronde Valley offering both full conservatory and popular piano courses and violin lessons aimed at preparing pupils to play church music, dance music, and popular songs. Several former students are now teaching or performing as soloists.
A reader recalls years of agony from a sore on the upper lip. After vain attempts at relief the writer used Backlen's Arnine Salve and found it effective for burns and wounds. Newlin drug store carries the product.
Porterville California resident Mrs Cora Walker endorses Chamberlains Cough Remedy as the best for colds and pneumonia prevention praising its safety and pleasantness. Sold by Newlin Drug Co.
Sealed proposals will be received for the superintendency and maintenance of the county poor farm and boarding and care of the county paupers. Proposals must be written and filed with the Union County Clerk by February 1, 1906. The Union County Court reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. Dated January 25, 1905. J B Gildas, county clerk of Caion County Oregon.
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