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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1905
Page
2
The notice outlines advertising rates and rates for notices such as resolutions of condolence and cards of thanks. It notes the paper is published daily except Sunday and lists subscription details and mailing matter.
The article contrasts early dormant natural resources of Grand Ronde Valley with modern abundance in Union County. It recalls Hunt and the 94 years since, noting population growth, houses, clothing, and abundant food. It highlights electric lighting, rapid communications, and the transformation from savage ignorance to civilized education through industry. It ends with an advertising plug for Jersey Cream Flour.
A reminder that another business men's meeting will be held at the Commercial Club tomorrow evening. Officials urge every member to attend.
A prompt urged attendees at the upcoming business men’s meeting to share any plans to aid the town or county, signaling a push for forward proposals and active civic engagement.
The narrator recalls writing to an eastern friend and suggests asking them to stop in La Grande for a day or two before their trip to the fair. The tone hints at a planned social pause before attending the event.
An advertisement extols Herbine as a morning health tonic to prevent disease and cure constipation biliousness dyspepsia fever skin liver and kidney complaints. A testimonial from Mrs D W Smith of Whitney Texas dated April 3 1902 praises its efficacy and recommends the product from Nowlin Drug Co.
An old ad promotes Biestrio as a cure for dyspepsia biliousness and internal disorders. It urges readers to seek relief rather than brood, claiming the remedy will ease bodily burdens with a mentioned price of 0c at Newlinee drug store.
A local wagon offers fast trunk transport to the Depot or home with moderate charges. Day phone 1751 and night phone 1868 available.
Harris the Meat Man continues business at the old stand inviting old customers and new patrons. He advertises prime beef, cured meats, hams, bacon, fresh beef, fish and poultry with prompt delivery and a phone number 1601. He notes a May fifteenth plan to stock young prime beef as it fattens up.
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