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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1908
Page
4
A description notes land around Freeport transforming as large tracts are divided into smaller family homesteads. The land is highly productive with abundant water and diverse fruit varieties. The berry region expands yearly as properties are subdivided into two to five acre parcels, with families settling each tract.
A garbled summary discusses trust busting and university reforms. It references institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and mentions government services, penalties, prejudice, and varied opinions on governance and education. It presents a mix of opinions without clear, coherent arguments.
Notice announces lands within the United States National Forest in Oregon will be subject to entry under homestead laws. It lists applicants with preference rights and dates, and names officials handling the process, including commissioners in La Grande and Pendleton, Oregon, with dates in 1908.
Fire at the Nelson Morris Packing plant near Kahane City devastates the facility causing extensive property loss. The blaze began around 10 o'clock with explosions heard as flames overwhelmed the site, complicating firemen efforts and leading to thousands of dollars in damage.
The damaged text narrates a troubled town, the loss of a historic theater linked to Edwin Booth, and a landmark dynamite blast near a college. It notes residents feeling boredom and hardship while mentioning Oregon visitors and a yearly event, with references to a burned venue and local nostalgia.
A daring incident near the Gulf of Py Jang involves a German schooner attempting to kill a royal family member. A Notre Dame Lady’s appeal and home remedies are cited in a secondary note amid chaotic clipping.
A garbled notice from the Pastime theater hints at a faulty duplicate film and long wait times. It mentions Mr Wilson and a plan to obtain another division item to complete the show.
Notice for publication from the Department of the Interior Land Office at La Grande Oregon dated May 11 1908. George A McCurdy of Hood River Wasen county Oregon filed intent to take land described before the register and receiver at La Grande on August 1 1908. Witnesses named include David C Brichoux La Grande Oregon and F C Bramwell Register.
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