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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1908
Page
4
La Grande Evening Observer lists subscription rates including daily, weekly, and annual options with varying advance payment amounts. The paper notes second class mailing status and editor discretion over unsigned pieces, urging readers to sign articles to avoid disappointment.
Advertising rates listed for display ads with rates furnished on application. Local reading notices priced at 10 cents per line for the first insertion and 10 cents per line for each subsequent insertion. Condolence resolutions and cards of thanks priced at 5 cents per line.
The council faces two new budget hurdles as revenues drop about 7500 and fixed debts require 5000 interest on recently issued water bonds. A 12 mill base tax plus 2 mills for bonds and general expenses becomes 11 mills, totaling 22 mills. hope for relief via Buniver Creek bonds may trim the levy to 17 or 18 mills. Portland’s growth and regional prosperity are cited as context for local finance and future outlook.
The text notes plans for a return to the national capital and hints at political clashes over a governor and assembly deadlines. It mentions England’s suffrage progress with a majority of Commons members pledged to support the bill if brought to a vote, and warns that the House of Commons committee controls the outcome.
The article notes a surprising number of bank failures across the country and observes that such crises draw heightened attention. It comments on the recurring pattern of bank runs and regulatory responses amid widespread economic strain.
Community members urge ongoing park enthusiasm to build what may become the state’s finest park. Supporters claim no eastern Oregon rival matches the planned improvements and scale.
The notice suggests households will celebrate Thanksgiving with turkey and Grande Ronde chickens as a preferred poultry choice this year. It reflects a common seasonal food tradition and local preferences.
The Northwest Fruitgrowers Association conference in Portland December 2 3 and 4 will showcase extensive apple industry exhibits from Oregon. Exhibits must be received by Monday November 30, with Grande Ronde products expected on display and Union County urged to participate.
Notice dated November 17 1903 by Chief of Police Torn Walden lists several cattle impounded in La Grande Oregon. Descriptions include brown cow ear marks none visible and branded animals with markings such as R on right hip. Animals will be kept for 10 days before advertising and sale under city ordinances with owner costs recoverable.
Notice states funds on hand to pay outstanding general fund warrants up to No 180s and No 8765, with interest ceasing from this date. Water fund warrants up to No 7736 endorsed July 7 1908 are payable, with interest ceasing from the call date in Grenade Oregon.
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