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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1905

Page

8

Local Briefs from Chehalis and Nearby

J T Murphy of Chehalis visits his brothers Edward and Murphy in the city. William Osterling recovers and is out after several weeks with blood poisoning in his hand. Miss Alice Ladd, in town to oversee property interests, plans to return to Walla Walla tonight and has rented her Fourth street property to F P Childers.

J.T. Murphy Chehalis Washington Edard Dames Murphy William Osterling Alice Ladd Walla Walla Fourth Street F. P. Childers

La Grande and Athena Fight a Storied Clash in Boxing and Basketball

La Grande’s heavyweights face Athena in a classic showdown with both teams boasting strong game knowledge and speed. The sparring bout promises twenty rounds of lively boxing as spectators prepare for a first class display. Seats are on sale at Van Burens and the arena opens at eight tonight.

Theoetgins la Grande Athena la Granda Athans Wall van Burens Apera House

Swiped A Goose From Port Townsend Man

Robert Burns a newcomer from Portland swiped a fat goose from a wagon near White's grocery. He sold the bird to Julius Fisher, then assaulted the owner when confronted. Burns was jailed and fined $10 for contempt of court plus a separate assault and battery fine.

Robert Burns Portland Burns Justice Hough

Osteopaths Restore Wellness By Restoring Body Parts

A poem extols osteopathy noting blood flow and nerve function depend on correct alignment. It argues that disease stems from obstructed parts and that the osteopath locates and replaces the misaligned area, restoring the body's plan and bringing relief beyond drugs.

Local Items From Town Notes and Blizzard Preparations

The article lists residents visiting from Elgin and Baker City, upcoming events, church services, and community happenings. Mentions football at 8 pm, prayer services at the Methodist church, a sermon in Central Church of Christ, and no Presbyterian prayer meeting due to Union Thanksgiving service. Also notes telegraph service limits, barbers Coffay and Christainson moving to Adams avenue, and a windstorm with snow and an epidemic of whooping cough with one fatality in a family near the railroad.

A. L. Turner L. Parks Elgin D. Brackett Baker City E. E Disborn W.C. Rider G.E Norton A. Moore Pata Central Church of Christ H. H. Mower Presbyterian Church Carsden Midd Pacific Coffay & Christainson Bunte Adams Avenue Oregon

Thanksgiving Goose Game Ends In Death Of Goose

A tale from Grand La recounts three boys agreeing to play for a Thanksgiving goose. They repeatedly played until tired, then moved to a back room where the tethered goose died. The winning boy is set to receive bacon tomorrow.

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Tipton Names New Postmaster Dora Kinman

Dora J. Kinman is appointed postmaster at Tipton replacing the late Rob Art Cecil who resigned months ago and moved to Oklahoma. Since Cecil’s departure Mrs Robart Cecil has run the office. Cecil was recently convicted of wife beating and publicly whipped.

Dora J. Kinman Tipton Robart Cecil Syme Oklahoma Robart Cacil Baker City Herald Cacil

Funeral for Mrs J Hackett Set for Tomorrow

The funeral for the late Mrs. J Hackett will be held tomorrow at noon from the Methodist church.

Mra. J Hackett Methodist Church

Rumors Name Oregon Gubernatorial and Senate Aspirants

The item lists possible candidates in Oregon politics. H E Ankeny of Southern Oregon is floated for governor while T T Geer is said to be close to running for governor or pursuing the U S Senate. Other names include Judge Webster Dr A C Smith of Portland and EB Le Smith Hood River with Baker City’s Mr Johns and Dr Withycombs as the only avowed gubernatorial nominees.

H.E. Ankeny Oregon Sae Dragonian T. T. Geer United States DR. Webster A.C. Smith Portland John H. Mitchell Eb“ le Smith Hood River Congress Johns Baker City Withycombs

Notice of Settlement for Horseshoe Chop House

The Horseshoe Chop House has been sold and asks all debtors to settle by December 1, 1905. All accounts due prior to November 6, 1905 are payable to LS and W. W. Pouioek. The firm will pay all accounts owed before that date.

W. W. Pouioek

Notice of separation and support claims in Island City

Notice states the wife left the home without provocation and the husband will not be responsible for her debts after November 6 1305 in Island City. Dated November 6 1305 by Joseph Anson. Also a separate restaurant promotion promises a triple feast to tempt patrons with appearance odor and flavor.

Shea Island City Joserh Anson

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The Golden Rule Company Golden Kule Company Ke West Atronize Home Key West C. B. Cigars C. E. Hackman Goerner Adams Greenwood Street Nickleson New Club Andrews Haberdasher End Tailor Ile Earth David Lind E’gin A. M. Ossur G. C. Osburn Pacific States Telephone Go California Oregon Produce Company Turkey Stein - Bloch
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