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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1905
Page
2
A mixed page itemizes postal terms, local notices, a saddle tree factory note, a lost mare description, and early 20th century medical ads. Mentions La Grande sugar factory, a missing mare branded 7K, and testimonials for Ballard’s Snow Liniment and Herbine from Newlin Drug Co.
A fragment advertises a patent medicine from a drug store, urging readers to avoid worry and debt from disease. It promises relief for ailments like Bright’s disease and internal disorders, claiming the medicine provides permanent forgetfulness of worry and a burdened body, priced at 0c.
The Observer notes the first issue of the Maverick printed in Baker City Oregon by J W Coanella and L Bash Livermore appeared Saturday May 13. The editors pledge independence with no personal branding while stating the paper is published to earn legitimate revenue. The Observer wishes them success if they maintain the editorial tone.
Notice to water consumers of La Grande requires written applications to use city water for irrigation. Ordinance 258 Sec 11, 80 imposes one dollar fine for anyone using city water without applying. The Water Superintendent Gilman will enforce the ordinance.
A local ad promotes Jersey Cream Flour for bread and claims the shop sells only the best meat. It guarantees a trial order to prove quality and asserts careful selection and proper processing of meat at low prices relative to top quality.
A brief ad states Wegon will take that trank to the Depot or your home quickly with moderate charges. Day phone 1751, night phone 1863.
Harris the Meat Man announces continued operation at the old stand with cured meats hams breakfast bacon and fresh fish and poultry. He plans to offer young prime beef around mid May and invites both old and new customers with prompt delivery by phone 1601.
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