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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1911

Page

4

La Grande Poised as Inland Industrial Hub

The analysis notes La Grande’s role as a growing inland market center for Wallowa and Baker counties, with Harney and Grant counties in reach. It argues the city’s large payroll and central location will attract factories seeking regional distribution, boosting local pay rolls and new enterprises inland.

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La Grande's Growing Role as Regional Hub

Local business and civic leaders tout La Grande as the central point for regional development. Rapid growth, ongoing municipal improvements, and large payrolls attract firms and workers from Baker and Pendleton, solidifying the city’s status as headquarters for new ventures and commerce.

Union and Wallowa counties urged to join publicity drive

Last evening representatives of the Grande Commercial club discussed a general publicity movement for Union and Wallowa counties. Elgin and Union favored the plan, with other localities to be polled, and Wallowa County to be visited next, signaling expected good results from the antiad elivhe effort.

A Grande Commercial Club Union Wallows Elgin Wallowa County Antiad

Labor and crime in Los Angeles Times bombing

The text argues against blaming organized labor for the Times building bombing in Los Angeles. It states criminals act alone and that labor should not defend a guilty individual, urging judgment beyond broad accusations.

Times Los Angeles

Chau tauqua In La Grande Set for Second Year

Preparations are underway for the second annual Chau tauqua in La Grande. The executive committee meets weekly and all attractions are contracted. Special features will be added to improve the program over last season, which was well received by the public.

la Grande

Stoddard Chosen as Captain for Local Ball Team

A local newspaper notes Stoddard is set to lead the town baseball squad as they begin their season. The article highlights his leadership potential and the team's early preparations and expectations.

Stoddard Gaxica

May Day Sees Sudden Rise in Es and Ail

The opening of May brings a surge of ailments across the country with unexpected calm disrupted by widespread discomfort. Reports indicate a notable uptick in fevers and general malaise among workers and families.

Bleaching oats and barley challenged by agriculture report

United States Department of Agriculture releases LeRoy M. Smith report after exhaustive study of grain bleaching. The findings oppose traditional sulphur bleaching and suggest new methods for oats and barley grown in adverse weather.

Chicago LeRoy M. Smith United States Department of Agriculture

Bleaching of Grains Hurts Quality and Safety

A historical report details how oats and barley of inferior quality are bleached to resemble better grain and to gain weight from added moisture. Bleaching harms vitality, risks higher moisture, and can mislead buyers though feeding tests show horses accept both bleached and natural oats.

Notice to Contractors for La Grande Sewer Bids

Sealed bids will be received at the office of the recorder in La Grande Oregon for furnishing and laying about forty thousand near feet of eight inch sewer in city streets and alleys. Work to follow plans and specifications on file under the city inspector. All bids to be in before.

Recorder City of la Grande Oregon

Bid Notice and Public Sale Ad Opts Council Rights

A notice from La Grande Oregon city council sets bid time for 8 o clock pm on Wednesday May 10 1911 with a five percent certified check required. The council may reject all bids by order of the council April 26 1911 signed Co M Humphreys Recorder. Also contains an endorsement for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a Va resident praising its effectiveness.

M. Humphreys City of la Grande Oregon

Oregon-Washington R R excursion fares published

Excursion fares east from all points on the Oregon Washington Railroad and Navigation Company. Fares include 72.50 from Chicago to several hubs and 60.00 to Council Bluffs, Omaha, Kansas City, St. Joseph, St Paul. Multiple routes via Council Bluffs and direct options shown with various sums. Valid travel dates listed May through September with final return limit in October. One way through California adds 15. Stop overs allowed within limits.

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Chamberlain's liniment praised for relief of aches

The advertisement extols Chamberlain's liniment as a reliable remedy for injuries bruises muscle soreness and rheumatic pain noting it is sold by all dealers and suitable for many family needs.

Chamberlain's

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