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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1905
Page
5
A wildfire, sparked by carelessness, roared through woods near Fram Burne, bending tall trees and driving flames toward dwellings. Firefighters battled the blaze as wind shifted, trees fell, and the landscape turned to black stumps, leaving a stark scene of destruction and fear.
Dr. C. E Hawke of Portland relocates to this city and maintains offices in the Summer building. Office phone Red 1251, residence line Black 851. Ad promotes Hoallister's Pocky Mountain Tea for $0.55 and a beauty claim. Tea or Tablets distributed by Newim Devs Co.
A fragmentary theatre notice praises a drama titled The Wile Saath and A dolly American Tramp. It describes elaborate costumes and scenes, noting social themes about rights of the many versus the few and praising the cast including Clark Ross and Cora Evans.
Nov 24 reports rising alarm as hog cholera spreads through Baker City area. Farmers pack up stock fearing rapid losses with hundreds of hogs believed dead or dying in recent days. Local officials and veterinarians urge precaution and swift culling to stop further spread.
Dr C Hawke formerly of Portland has moved to this city and plans to open a suite of office rooms in the Summer block on Adams Avenue. The report also notes health matters connected with the move.
A small town ad promotes sending souvenirs to distant friends. It highlights photographs of local scenes, burnt eether novelles and post cards, a visit card store, and mentions Dave Go with friendly service and right prices at Hin prescription druggist.
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