Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

La Grande Evening Observer in La Grande, Oregon

We have 1,612,739 pages in Oregon

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1911

Page

5

Special: Silver Theracis Among the Gold

A vivid note highlights silver Theracis amid gold, praising its beauty and arrangement with decorative illustration.

Theracis

Local students sell Take One Polish to earn prize pen

Locals boys and girls sold twelve boxes of Take One Shoe Polish at ten cents each, making forty cents and earning a fountain pen. The ad lists A. W. Westby at 129 Grand Ave Portland Oregon and notes the Oregon will provide first class rooms and board at monthly rates of 25 30 and 45. A cough remedy from Wright Drug Company is also advertised as a better option than a mountain remedy.

A. W. Westby Grand Ave Portland Oregon

Glass counter showcase for sale at local drug store

One glass counter showcase listed for sale at Silverthorne family drug store. Items appear in good condition and priced to move. Local shoppers can inquire at the shop for details and pickup arrangements.

Silverthorne

Sunset Magazine and Romance Titles Now On Sale

The April issue features Lloyd Osborne travel writing Sunsets in California, a four color illustration, C M A M Williamson romance The Spell, Grant Carpenter tale In the Shadow of the Dragon, and descriptive piece on San Francisco's Chinese quarters, all priced at 15 cents.

Sunset Magazine California Lloyd Osborne C. M A. M. Williamson Grant Carpenter San Francisco

Desirable 6 12 Acre Farm At Cove Oregon

Desirable acreage with near new three room house with upstairs floored and outbuildings. Creek runs through part of the property, cultivated and bearing apples pears and cherries. Includes blackberry raspberry and vegetable ground, expandable. Part price left on mortgage if desired. John Lane Cove Ore.

Cove John Lane Ore

Lyle Tuesday Musical Rehearsal Continues Ahead of Monday

Preparation for the Lyle Tuesday Musical rendition next Monday night continues to ensure the best possible results. Rehearsal takes place again.

Lyle

Kaffee Klatch Hostess Invites Afternoon Section

Mrs. F. B. Wilhelm will entertain the afternoon Kaffee Klatch section this week as members are reminded to attend.

F. B. Wilhelm

Missionary Society to Meet at Presbyterian Church

Missionary M Mrs J K Wright will host the Presbyterian church missionary society gathering tomorrow afternoon at 2 30. Much business of importance is to be transacted and all members are urged to attend promptly. For sewer pipe needs contact Fowler's Transfer office.

J. K. Wright Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church

Blue Mountain Creamery Opens for Ice Cream Trade

The Blue Mountain creamery is prepared to handle ice cream trade in any quantity, signaling readiness to supply retailers and consumers with the product.

Blue Mountain Creamery

Silver Threads At Isis Theatre Charms Local Audience

Isis Theatre presents Silver Threads Among the Gold drawing tears and cheers from a full house. Miss Nellie Garrick and Mr. P Ferrin deliver a moving duet with a solo verse by Garrick. The program ends tonight with this sentimental favorite and audience applause.

Sherwood Isis Jetakgh Charles B. K Nelife Garrick Sontano Co. P. Ferrin Errin Nellie Jarrick la Grande

Express Manager Cowey Visits La Grande Office

General Manager Cowey of the American Express company spent a few minutes in La Grande this morning inspecting the local office during the engine change to No 6. He was shown the site for a new building by Local Agent G M Hibbard and expressed satisfaction. George Weston, Portland based financial manager, accompanied Cowey and will join him to Chicago.

Cowey American Express Company la Grande

Shakespearean troupe to perform tonight at local high school

Doctor White and two lady assistants from Lincoln Nebraska will present Shakespearean roles at the high school auditorium tonight. Admission is 15 and 26 cents.

Doctor White Lincoln, Neb

Trial concludes in Bribery Case Involving Senators Lorimer Holt

Springfield reports that evidence in the trial of State Senator Broderick accused of bribing State Senator Holt to vote for Lorimer was concluded at noon. Attorneys plan to argue this afternoon.

Springfield, Jr Broderick Holtslaw Lorimer

New Aero Record Set

Havana March 23 Rene Barrier flew from Camp Columbia to Morocastle for the aero club prize. He covered 13 miles in 15 minutes 21 seconds beating McCurdy by a minute and a half to eclipse the former record.

Havana McCurdy Rene Barrier Camp Columbia Morocastle The Aero Club

Lisbon Fears Assassins Sparks Guard Ambitions

Persistent rumors of an assassination plot lead Lisbon to deploy a special guard to protect the president Braga and his cabinet. The army reportedly splits into two factions amid widespread public dissatisfaction.

Lisbon Braga

Canadian Strike Continues in Calgary Coal Dispute

Coal operators and striking miners remain in talks in Calgary Alberta on March 23. Miners demand a closed shop while operators push for an open shop. Resumption of operations remains uncertain.

Calgary Albert

Vyeronals from Osceola to Elgin and Seattle hotels

Visitors and travelers fill Osceola to Elgin in Oregon during a busy period. Names include Mills of Osceola and Kenney of Joseph at the Oregon and Summers. Portland residents Pecht Sinschlemer and Cohn. Myrtle Point’s W. E. Orr and J. Hines from Heinz Pickle Works. registrations at Foley Blue Mountain Savoy and Oregon hotels. County official Cecil Galloway reports from Florida to Battery Springs Louisiana before possible return.

Geo. H. Pecht Portland Alex Sinschlemer Sommer W. E. Orr Myrtle Point Ble Mountain Hotel W. Lawson Kansas City Blue Mountain Hotel H.A. Blair Huntington Savoy G. D. Smith Elgin J. A. Frietaker Mitchel, Lewis & ‘Werman Louis Cohn Gelling Gato Cigars Foley J. S. Rees F. K. Gardner Pendleton Wm. T. Barklaw Dan Hines Heinz Pickle Works J. L. Dingwall Chicago Burley and Tyrrell Company Peter E. Benning G. D. Hood J. Smith B. S. Jons A. C. Nelson Seattle H. B. Bunyan Stockton California Oregon Chas. J. Banger C. F. Divinv Migs Rita Nation Boise Elisha Wolfe Wallowa Theavoy Mr. Wolfe Téaho Points J. H. Jackson Lostine Mr. Jackson G. L. Larrison Joe Lair Anto Baker H. Baum, Jr Tr. Baum Messrs. Baum Rom Seattle Brewing Co Ranier Beer

Pugilist Jack Johnson Arraigned on Speeding Charge

In San Francisco on March 23, Jack Johnson admitted to racing in court before Police Judge Treadwell. He was remanded for sentence on Saturday and later served with a warrant on a suspended sentence, implying likely jail time.

San Francisco Treadwell Jack Johnson

Express strike ends as Wells Fargo drivers recalled

New York on March 23 reports the express strike settled with drivers regaining their jobs. Only about half of the Wells Fargo drivers were reinstated.

New York Express Wells Fargo Express

Eczema Cure a Beauty Wash Promoted by Newlin Drug

The 25 cent bottle of D. D. D. claims to treat eczema psoriasis and all skin diseases better than beauty washes. It purports to cleanse the skin remove pimples blackheads and rashes leaving skin soft smooth and clear. The Newlin Drug company markets the product for household use.

Notice of Homestead Commutation Proof in Oregon

Department of the Interior La Grande Land Office 1911 notice states Samuel Braden of La Grande Oregon filed intent to make final commutation proof for Homestead Entry No 0658 dated July 29 1908. He seeks to establish BE 1-4 NW 1-4 W 1-2 NE 1-4 NE 1-4 Section 14 Township 4 South Range 8 East Willamette meridian.

Department of the Interior U. S. Land Office la Grande Oregon Samuel 8. Braden Willamette Meridian

Land Claim Notice at La Grande Oregon

Claim to land described to be filed before the Register and Receiver at La Grande Oregon on April 20 1911. Claimants witnesses include E T Peebler Fred W Braden Harvey Leavengood and Rex Conaway all of La Grande Oregon. F C Bramwell Register. WK March 3 10 17 24 31 Apr 7 14

Register and Receiver United States Land Office la Grande Oregon E. T. Peebler Fred W. Braden Harvey Leavengood Rex Conaway F. C. Bramwell Register

Notice of Final Proof on Umatilla Land Claim

Nathan L. Gray of Meacham Oregon filed intent to make final proof for land described as NW 1 4 NE 1 4 Sec 9 T 2 S R 34 E and Sec 17 T 1 S R 85 E Willamette meridian before the Register at La Grande Oregon on April 22 1911. Witnesses include George D Hilyard W S Hilyard Earl Gillanders and J B Baker all of Meacham Oregon.

Department of the Interior U. S. Land Office la Grande Oregon Nathan L. Gray Meacham Umatilla Willamette Meridian United States Land Office George D. Hilyard Hilyard Earl Gillanders J. B. Baker F. C. Bramwell, Register

Summons in Justice Court La Grande Oregon 1911

Jease B. Paul sues James Hanson in Union county Oregon. Defendant must answer within six weeks of first publication dated by order March 14 1911. If no answer judgment for $68 plus costs and disbursements may be entered and $48.80 held under attachment may be applied toward the judgment.

Justice's Court la Grande Justice of the Peace Constable District Union County Oregon Jease B. Paul James Hanson State of A. D Oregon Railroad and Navigation Company la Grande Weekly Observer Arthur C. Will

Justice of the Peace Arthur Williams in La Grande District

James serves as Justice of the Peace for the La Grande District in Union County Oregon. The first publication date is March 17 1911 and Arthur C Williams is listed as Justice of the Peace for La Grande District.

Arthur C. Williams la Grande Justice of the Peace Constable District

Somers Files for Final Umatilla Entry Proof

John Somers of Meacham Oregon seeks final proof to establish his land claim on Umatilla Cash Entry No 812 Lot 1 Sec 35 T 28 R 34 W M and timbered SH 1-4 SH 1-4 Sec 24 T 1N R 3E Willamette Meridian before the La Grande Land Office on April 6 1911. Notice lists Kamela and Meacham residents as witnesses and dates Feb 10 17 24 Mar 3 10 17 24.

Department of the Interior U. 8 la Grande Oregon John Somers Meacham Umatilla Willamette Register United States Land Office Henry K. Charlton William D. Adams Isaac Hamlin Kamela Ore J. M. Morgan F. C. Bramwell

Notice of intended final five year homestead for Pearl Senter heirs

Sylvester V. Keltz guardian of Pearl Senter heirs of La Grande Oregon filed notice of intention to make final five year entry for lands in Sec. 20 and 21 T4S R35E W M with Willamette Meridian. Publication dates March 18 1911 and subsequent papers.

Constipation Relief Brought by Stomach and Liver Tablets

Thee E Williams of Middleboro Kentucky reports two years of constipation resisting Bristol Tennessee doctors. Two packages of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets cured her condition, according to the readable text.

Bristol Tenn E. Williams Middleboro Chamberlain

Bargains for Farm Land Near City With Crops and Homes

Ten acres one mile from the city with trees thirteen years old and good water rights promises crop income. price 6800 with half down. Another property offers five acres two year apples and 2 1 2 acres of garden land on a county road near a school with price 3500 and terms. A third ten acre parcel features a near new six room house, 8 1 2 acres of apples and 1 1 2 acres of pasture. last year’s yield 4305 boxes. price 5500 with half down. Also offers strawberries and small fruits potential and farm lands across the valley plus residences and vacant city lots.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Thelsis Theatre K the Ironmaster Edison Priscilla and Max Maks Pathe Nellie Garrick Wright Drug Company Swift’s Premium Pattison Bros Fowler's Transfer Office Isis Theatre Cower Lincoln Nebraska Vyersonals Mills Osceola Wis A. W. Kenney Joseph Faers Johnson Newlin Drug Company Golden Rule CO U.S. Land Office Sylvester V. Keltz Pearl Senter N. BE N. W Range Willamette Meredian John F. Alden Andrew J. Sullivan James B. Hagey Fred Houltkee Starkey Bramwell, Register Pee Imbler Orchard
Search Courier

Search the La Grande Evening Observer Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The La Grande Evening Observer?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication