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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1906
Page
7
A pair of gold rimmed glasses is missing in the Sun Institution area. Return to the office for a reward. Also a six room house for rent at 1740 Fourth Street. inquiries to A. G. Huntington.
A lost book containing filed applications for membership to the Eagle Aerie No. 259 LacatweAee, dated about 1905, is reported. A reward is offered for its return to Dr. G. L. Bioours, president.
J W Knowles publishes a letter addressing the Third ward councilman contest and the petition drive over Meyers. He denies seeking office, cites Dunn’s pledged support, and questions petition validity while recalling prior ward disputes and naming local figures.
A Missouri testimonial asserts Dr King’s New Discovery cured consumption in three patients now healthy and strong. One client, planning to sell property and move to Arizona, abandoned that plan after using the remedy. The notice claims it the most wonderful medicine, guaranteed with a trial bottle offered by Newlin Drug Co.
A playful verse extols Hill's Soda Fountain as the top treat for kids, praising fresh fruit juice flavors and clean dispensers. It invites visitors to enjoy both cold and hot drinks at the establishment.
An article extols Dr. Pierce and other patent remedies for stomach, liver, and nervous complaints. It claims glycerine as a superior solvent and preservative, asserts medicines contain no alcohol, and touts Pleasant Pellets as safe laxatives available from druggists.
The Sugar company announces jobs for men and boys and urges every family to obtain a box of soap from the window this week at 20 cents. Ad Bramwell directs inquiries to F. S. Bramwell for employment details.
Mrs. J. and Forrest's announces daily millinery openings with prices lower than ever. A Trimmer from Gage's of Chicago is featured, drawing customers to browse hats and headwear.
The Gentenis changes hands with C. T. Tou as proprietor. Rooms and eight beds offered at six dollars weekly, meals available at twenty five cents. Borders welcomed starting May first. Tour the establishment to learn more.
Notice to all water consumers in La Grande. irrigation applicants must file with the City Recorder. Irrigation hours are 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Signed Hi C. Giwam Water Supt dated April 30 1904.
Three work horses described as a dapple gray about 1200 pounds a brown clubby horse about 1000 pounds shod behind and a bay mare 1000 pounds with a bent left shoulder were last seen on the road toward Unibn. Reward of 15 dollars for their return to G. A. Peterson, Ladd Creek.
Notice reads for sale eight acres with a six room house barn and space for livestock. Includes orchard and abundant water, located behind the flouring mill. Owner John Gave will exchange for city property. apply at premises.
The regular meeting of Rescue Hose Company number 1 is scheduled for tonight. All members are urged to attend.
Riverton postmaster G. W. Fouts was robbed and nearly killed, revealing a letter in which he credits chronic liver illness and jaundice to 20 years of pain. He says a doctor prescribed Electric Bitters, which cured him and kept him well for 11 years, calling it a sure cure for biliousness neurology weakness and all stomach liver kidney and bladder derangements. Newin Davo Co.
The piece argues women lack time for beauty rituals and endorses Hollister's Mountain Tea priced 86 cents as a quick aid for beauty routines. It mentions Newim Davo Go in connection with the tea product.
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