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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1905
Page
2
Notice to patrons that a day circuit will be installed in January 1 and changes to daytime non turn off lights should be arranged promptly. Those needing power may consult on prices and rates. Motors priced at listed figures in San Francisco listed in the notice.
Rates shown include $650 for six months in advance and $350 per month for a single copy. The fragmentary text also mentions “acres one year in advance” and a vague pricing line with unreadable segments.
Classified notice lists advertising rates and terms for display ads. It shows per line pricing for local reading notices and condolence resolutions, with additional charges for subsequent insertions and cards of thanks. Rates are furnished upon application.
An early 19th century memory piece recalls life from the Revolutionary era to 1840 in Union County. It highlights women’s unvalued hard work spinning flax and wool, weaving linen, sewing by hand, and producing garments without modern devices. It notes the open fireplace and family labor in producing soap, cloth, and clothing.
The narrative recalls girls in Union woolen mills treading a puncheon floor barefoot to spin and wind yarn by hand. They traveled up to 12 miles daily while producing 120 thread cuts of 12 feet each, weaving socks and cloth with single spindles before water power replaced “grandmother power.”
City of La Grande in Union County Oregon will hold a General Election on March 13 1905 to elect Mayor recorder Marshal and Treasurer for one year and two councilmen two year terms. Ward polling places and judge clerk rosters are listed with hours from 8 am to 7 pm. Ches ter I Newlin Recorder issues notice.
Juicy meats with rich appearance and quality plates offered daily. Voice lamb, pork veal chops and steaks headline a range of luxuries in our line at right prices. Meat is a necessity for men and women alike to keep families strong and living well.
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