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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1909
Page
3
Those who care for graves at the Masonic cemetery must apply to Sexton Valentine Kraemer or to Henry & Carr. Notice is given that those in arrears must cease until arrears are paid. May 1-9.
A brief notice states that Newlin Book & Stationery Co. has received a complete line of Columbia double disc records and offers messenger service available by phone Main 24.
Notice published by Union County Oregon Treasurer John Frawley states funds exist to pay warrants endorsed before April 1 1907 without interest after March 22 1909. Also, administratrix of H D Drake estate files final account with May 4 1909 hearing set at La Grande courthouse for objections and settlement.
Auctioneer Stringham conducted a sale on short notice, closing items quickly as buyers gathered. Proceedings moved fast with bidders present and final bids recorded.
Oswald West informs Eastern Oregon inquiries that Pacific Express rates are reduced both ways not only Portland to La Grande. Pendleton to La Grande drops from 1.25 to 1.10 with proportional cut from Portland to La Grande. Union county benefits as general pedals and merchandise rates also see reductions.
City stores feature a broad range of vegetables with spinach past peak and other greens in season. Strawberries remain on sale for two weeks as prices ease and home grown onions lettuce and asparagus appear in markets by week’s end.
A note states a beauty demonstration will occur at the Summer Hotel for one week. Ladies are invited to bring combings and learn styling techniques, with instructions offered in Room 4.
In the District of Oregon J H Leishman of Baker City was adjudicated bankrupt on April 1 1909. The first meeting of creditors will be held at the referee’s Baker City office on April 16 1909 at 2 PM to prove claims appoint a trustee and examine the bankrupt. Referee N G Crowley supervises.
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