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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1906
Page
2
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Oregon Attorney General Crawford says the twenty cent per head sheep tax is constitutional as a license not a direct tax and will be tested in an upcoming May supreme court term in Umatilla county. The Dalles Chronicle notes a city council discussion this week on an occupation tax with a remonstrance option for merchants to express approval or objection.
The two Wisconsin Senators Spooner and La Follette, both Republicans, differ on most issues yet unite on the protective tariff. Spooner is conservative while La Follette is radical on many policies.
Grandy and Russell now operate their ice wagon for orders by leave or phone at the meat market. Also notice for a six room house for rent at 740 Fourth Street Huntington via ACG contact.
The Sugar company seeks teams and men, reference F.S. Bramwell, at Mrs. J. R Forrest's place every day of the week. Prices are lower than ever known. Trimmer from Gage's of Chicago offers services or goods.
Indicators point to a strong building year with numerous new residences and ambitious plans for brick business blocks under preparation by developers and city officials. The emphasis is on growth and expansion across residential and commercial sectors.
The piece urges able bodied men to seek employment, stating there is plenty of work and no need to beg for meals. It emphasizes self-reliance and the availability of jobs in the area for workers ready to labor.
Satirical papers mock John D. Rockefeller after reports he wears a wig and has a new grandson. They tease the terms half apparent and heir apparent while noting Roosevelt's inheritance tax could affect Rockefeller and his heir.
A list of contributors to San Francisco relief shows why city merchants resist an occupation tax. They already pay property taxes and fund public and private needs. if more money is needed, raise overall tax rates so all property pays proportionately.
Notice of restoration to entry in the former Baker City Forest Reserve area in Oregon. Lands will open for entry filing at La Grande Land Office on May 18, 1906. Described tracts include parts of Sections 29 32 and 35 in Townships 8 9 South Range 38 39 East. W A Rickanns, Commissioner. Approved: Thomas Bran, Acting Secretary.
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