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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1905
Page
2
The issue reports advertising rates and local notices in La Grande Oregon dated July 1 1905. It mentions electric railroad talk with the valley supporters a sentiment on John Hay death and global events including India 1857 rebellion and an Odessa mutiny note.
Butte's gambling rings are reportedly broken as police and courts close every den for the first time in the mining camp's history. The editorial notes prosecutor Barnhart's success and calls for continued crackdown to keep Spokane and similar towns clean. It also mentions insurer investigations and iron and steel market changes.
Mr. Chas J. Gray travelling agent of the Chicago North Western Railway visited the Observer office today and presented a booklet titled Pacific Northwest. The publication showcases Oregon Washington Idaho with illustrations of industries and descriptions of products including wheat and grain.
An 1902 Gibson City advert touts Ballard's Snow Liniment for acute rheumatism and rheumatic pains caused by wet, cold weather. A mock testimonial claims one bottle cured a back pain that prevented bending, with pricing listed as 25c, 50c, and $1.00.
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