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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1906
Page
2
The piece urges a No vote on the Barlow road graft and argues for cities to create their own charters. It criticizes state road schemes, praises the Republican ticket, and advocates unity and enterprise over county division.
During April diamonds and other precious stones were imported into the country to the value of nearly 4 000 000 dollars, showing a rise over the same period a year earlier. The report notes a notable increase in precious materials entering the market during the month.
A granite monument was unveiled at the Odd Fellows' lot in Mount Royal Cemetery Montreal to honor departed brothers. Grand Lodge officers and M P W H Hoyle of Carlington Ontario spoke as hundreds of lodge members from across the province attended the ceremony. The Barre granite monument features All-seeing Eye three links and hourglass atop a globe, with the lot purchased by city lodges two years prior.
A bill to authorize postal notes to send small sums by mail has been submitted by the post master general. The notes would replace stamps and loose money, be safer since non transferable, cheaper than money orders, with no fee up to 10 cents and likely 2 cents for the top denominations, replacing money orders for amounts up to 2.50.
An advert invites patrons to visit Hill’s soda fountain for all popular drinks. It promises quenching thirst, saving cash for clothes and rent, and sharing smiles with family and others.
Just appearing from our sample sheafs of wall paper ceiling papers and borders are hosts of the handsomest designs artists ever developed. All colors and myriads of designs from grave to gay priced to produce business from the mansion of the millionaire to the cottage of the sturdy mechanic. And you are all very welcome to look.
Acting Interior Secretary Ryan approves an unspecified action with a formal notice noting official authorization and forthcoming details.
Advertisement notes deaths from appendicitis decrease as Dr. King s New Life Pills rise in use. Claims heal from danger and ease illness from constipation. Promotes strength and vigor, guaranteed by Nevin Dang, 25c. Try them.
Notice to all water consumers in La Grande Oregon that any party wishing to irrigate must file an application with the City Recorder. The isolation hours are from 6:30 to 7:50 p.m. Signed H C Gilvam Water Superintendent. Dated April 30 1906.
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