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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1905
Page
4
An advertisement touts cheaper values on iron beds Brussels carpet and ingrain wool carpets with prices ranging from 62 to 88 cents per yard and beds at 12.75 to 12.10 dollars. The copy emphasizes getting more for a dollar than elsewhere.
Andross Oldstand EB announces G ADCOOK as successor to B Andross with contact option via phone 9 1.
Frank Harris offers hand made cade shades and Victure framing with oval bevel mat cutting. He claims the only Oval Bevel machine in Union County.
Local lodges announce meeting times for Masons and the Western Star Chapter in La Grande and surrounding areas. Regular sessions, often weekly or monthly, invite visiting members and include officers such as Edmond Robinson and Clara T Lyle. Attendees urged to attend at Masonic Temple venues.
A distressing headache is linked to a disordered stomach. a dose of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets is said to ward off an attack if taken at the first sign. Sold by Newlin Drug Co.
A letter to the Ontario Argus recalls a Yale man asking a local minister about wedding etiquette amid embarrassment. The quirky exchange questions which side to stand on and whether cursing the bride is proper, in a humorous tone.
At Central Church crowds attended as six more were baptized yesterday evening. Tonight the sermon is Coming on the Border of the Promised Land with those ready invited for baptism. Mr Coombs plans to close with a lecture tomorrow evening.
A collection of wry notes on aging beauty and social pressure. It parodies seeking beauty treatments, costly dental work, and legal advice, noting the absurd costs and vanity. It muses on approval, fashion dyes, insurance, and the courage to refuse advancing proposals.
A B Conley leads a group of business visitors in the city today showcasing regional commerce and potential investment opportunities. Local officials greet the delegation and discuss economic development initiatives.
Mild and gentle physic for stomach and liver relief promotes easy use and reliable action. Sold by Newlin Drug Company.
An ordinance vacates a portion of alley in Grandys Addition La Grande Union County Oregon between Lots 2 4 East and Lots 11 12 West. The vacated strip will belong to adjacent Lots. Publication planned March 10 1906. Mayor DSLater and Recorder Newlin sign. A North Dakota girl injured her shoulder in an incident described as bugging a friend.
In Wingo Kentucky on April 25 1902 a resident afflicted with a long lasting itch reports relief after a single Hallard's snow Liniment application. The treatment cured ringworm on two occasions as well, with relief lasting permanently.
Newlin Drag Co advertises Hallard's Horehound Syrup claiming it ends nighttime restlessness and a harsh cough with a prompt, radical cure. Available in 20, 60 cents and $1 sizes.
An 11 month old girl in declining health with throat trouble was given up by five physicians. After trying Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption she improved after four bottles and recovered fully. Available at Newlin Drug Store with 50c and 100c guaranteed trial bottle.
A cautious critique of catarrh cures sold by druggists and a promotion of osteopathy as a safer treatment. The piece warns of cocaine in many nostrume cures and describes osteopathic readjustment as a common, effective remedy for inflammatory mucous membrane conditions including nasal catarrh and related headaches.
A land owner warns relatives of buried kin to remove remains without delay. ground clearing has begun and the late season requires early completion. The speaker expresses patience but signals a final appeal if not acted on.
In the District Court of Oregon we announce that T. M. Stubblefield of La Grande Union County was adjudicated bankrupt. A meeting of creditors is set for March 7 1905 at 10 am in La Grande where creditors may prove claims appoint a trustee and examine the bankrupt. Each claim must be accompanied by 2 cents. Dated Feb 11 1905 La Grande Oregon.
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