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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
4
The snippet lists daily and weekly subscription prices and terms, including per copy and advance payment options. It notes entering La Grande post office as second class matter and that unsigned or nom de plume articles are not published. Advertising rates are available on request with local notices priced per line and condolence cards at a set rate.
A town letter urges residents to welcome outsiders and emulate a model neighbor who greets newcomers warmly. The piece praises the Commercial Club for opposing depot filling with cider and calls for better depots and lawns like in Oregon towns. It notes officials’ replies on local matters and comments on weather, wheat yields, and business closures in Baker City as autumn approaches.
Local complaint cites Libel in Baker City Democrat coverage of a crowd of about 12 youths who playing a joke on 245 visitors. P A Foley of this city is named as organizer. article reprinted from The Observer. An attorney has been engaged as the case proceeds.
F M Bartridee, in trouble with the city police, faces a serious charge of conducting a bawdy house. Jeele Palmer, fined for drunkenness and disorderly conduct, swore an affidavit that she gave Bartmess money to obtain whiskey and place it in her grip. Bartmess was arrested and jailed. Palmer remains held as a witness.
Lowry and IE PLA officials press for council approval of a near identical water system proposal. They cite city engineer estimates by A Pewter and Stekler, with costs slightly up for some materials, and plan to bond funding. Lowry, returning from Washington, will attend tonight's council meeting to urge action.
A fragment from a 19th century item showcases quirky typography and playful phrases such as onenine wow and Phone Black 1863. Ald. remains a clipped, enigmatic signature in this readable scrap.
Maine Democrats opened their state convention in Bangor advocating resubmission of the prohibition clause to a popular vote with Obadiah Gardner seeking the governorship. Republicans nominate Hort H. Fernald opposing repeal. The campaign centers on whether prohibition should be decided by voters or kept in statute, with both sides predicting victory and urging turnout.
There will be two social events in town tonight open to all. One at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F FB Holm titled the Merry Widow social. The other at Mrs. GC Osburn’s home features ice cream and cake.
Historical product notices praise Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and related tonics as cures for stomach, liver, and digestive issues. The period style promotes routine use for indigestion, loss of appetite, nervousness, and weak health, while warning against competing brands and endorsing alcohol content.
Public notice for Harry J. Hockenberty of La Grande Union County Oregon who on June 6 1908 filed timber and stone claim for Kee 16 Tp 36 E BR 36 W. M. M. and will prove occupancy before the register and receiver September 1 1908. Witnesses named Adna Rogers John Williamson Oscar Coolidge and Vincent Reeves all of La Grande Oregon.
Treasury Department seeks proposals for sale or donation of a suitable site in La Grande Oregon for a federal building. Proposals due July 16 with diagrams and title details, vendor pays title costs, ground rent allowed while building delayed, right to reject any offer. Inquiries directed to the Secretary Treasury Washington DC.
Notice that warrants issued more than seven years before July 1 1908 in Curry County Oregon will be paid by the county treasurer if presented within 4 days from July 1 1908 otherwise the county court will have them canceled. Listed are several warrants including Ambrose Wright Steve Corey G C Horta J B Moore Union Electric Light Co and others with amounts ranging from 1.20 to 25 dollars. Court seal and date July 27 1908.
Historical ad copy touts Foley's Kidney Cure for strengthening weak kidneys and curing related heart, stomach, and liver symptoms. It instructs readers to test urine after waking to judge kidney health, cites a testimonial from Peter Frey in Woodruff, Pa., and claims rapid, direct action with a pleasant taste, endorsed by A. T. Holl, a local druggist.
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