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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1909
Page
4
La Grande Evening Observer reports on local affairs including church attendance, new park proposals, and a parade of community events. Prominent figures such as Senator Bourne and Postmaster elect Jonny C. Young appear in the coverage alongside discussions of education and irrigation potential in the region.
Citizens gathered at La Grande to discuss a water project with local leaders including Peter McDonald as chairman and Fred as secretary. The meeting aimed to secure water for the community and set an agenda for action, with broad support from attendees.
A historical police record shows Chief Walden reviewing two years of administration. Fines total $4939 while police expenses run $6686, leaving a deficit of $1747 for the period. Costs include personnel and night watch duties, with earlier months under different conditions.
Carbine secures agency for a frost protection burner for orchards in Grande Ronde valley. Burner protects against frost, sold at cost with oil burn rate about five hours per gallon, six to seven cents per gallon. order deadline noted.
Unclear text but notes changes to theater seating and stage tilt for a vaudeville show at Scenic week. Mentions seating shifts and wall galleries with center row uncowed. Also references Pinewles tablets for backache and kidney issues with price 50c and 1.00 at Silverton's Family drug store.
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