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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1910
Page
2
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A midwestern note from the Wallowa News Record reports wintering 000 sheep with only 19 ewes and 58 lambs lost, mostly to coyotes. Cattle losses are said to be exaggerated. top river men cite stock losses at about ten percent, varying by owner.
L Couch, a well known real estate man, broke his right leg near the ankle while shoveling snow from a barn roof in south town. He slipped while descending after completing the task and struck the shovel. He rests well and can sit up though very weak. The notice also lists residents for an improvement district on Pennsylvania avenue, with a march 16, 1910 council meeting to vote a $2264.80 estimate.
Leaders of Union county Republican party favor a county assembly to educate voters about local candidates while supporting a broad state platform. They argue the state assembly can cover county issues and provide a unified campaign direction without opposing the county-level process.
The death of Senator Tom Pratt of New York ends a era of strong political influence. Once wielding vast power over the state and national affairs, he faced diminishing control in recent years before succumbing to the Messenger of death.
Walla Walla Bulletin reports W. P. Reser, a prominent farmer and horse breeder, lost over a hundred horses in recent months to pernicious anemia and now has about sixty affected. Dr. S B Nelson seeks federal aid to combat the disease, with no cure yet. City election set for next Monday shows little interest and four candidates for marshal, though engagement remains low and could shift later in the week.
The note suggests a forthcoming wave of candidates for state and district offices with county speculation still scant and many potential contenders unseen like hidden lightning rods awaiting detection.
The Imnaha range in Wallowa appears healthy as snow has melted except for light patches on the north hillsides. Grass growth is visible, suggesting ample forage for sheep.
Last Thursday night in the city a ladies auxiliary of the Knights of Pythias was organized as Hiawatha Temple No. 47 with Grand Chief Mrs. Inez R. Chase presiding. The new lodge numbers 46 charter members.
A well attended M. W. A. meeting last night featured an interesting ceremony and a general atmosphere of enjoyment among those present.
Reported notes describe daily sermons by Mr. Johnson drawing country attendees to a crowded tabernacle. A creche at the Baptist church cares for children during services while ushers guide arrivals and seating. Choir discipline and prompt attendance are urged ahead of cottage prayer meetings.
Thursday marks the final day for discounted electric bills offered by Eastern Oregon Light and Power Company. The program provides reduced rates for eligible customers, aiming to ease energy costs across the region.
Eye service offered by a traveling glasses grinder returning to town for ten days. Owner from Pendleton brings a complete lens grinding setup and can duplicate broken lenses in 15 to 20 minutes. Seeks both old and new customers and emphasizes fit.
Diplomats say King Edward's trip to Biarritz signals planned marriage between Princess Patricia and King Manuel of Portugal. The event would align royal ties amid European diplomacy.
In pursuance of a 1909 council resolution the Common Council of La Grande Oregon declares its intention to improve Pennsylvania Avenue and create Improvement District No 12. The notice addresses any concerned parties about the district and planned street improvements.
La Grande Oregon council to form Improvement District No 16 on Sixth Street from Adams Avenue to N Avenue. It will macadam pave and install curbs with an estimated cost of 2267 60 dollars. A public hearing is set for March 16 1910 at 8 pm at the council chambers to discuss the levy assessments and project details.
Listing offers 157 acres at Sandridge near Imbler with a five room house, barns, and outbuildings. Includes 10 acres orchard with 8 bearing, 20 in fall wheat, 10 in hay, rest grain or potatoes. one mile from Imbler, near school. about 1000 in household goods. Asks 964,400. Details note 60 acres timothy hay and 4400 in personal property.
Multiple properties offered with prices and features. No. 3 describes 20 acres for fruit farming at 1300 dollars. No. 4 lists 60 acres 7 miles from La Grande with a 6 room house, outbuildings, irrigation stream, priced at 8000.06. No. 6 shows 188.5 acres near the Con merits for 14500. No. 6-A4 offers a modern 6 room house and lot for 2200. No. 7 notes two Fourth street lots with a 4 room house and barn priced at 700. Other cottages and lots on Jefferson and O streets mentioned with easy terms.
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