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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1911
Page
4
The item reflects a newspaper notice about post office status at La Grande, indicating second class matter designation and pricing for single copies and monthly rates, with unclear formatting.
The Baker Herald notes formation of a permanent interior Oregon organization to press for equitable freight rates at state and Interstate commissions. It argues smaller towns suffer under Portland biased pricing, hindering local industry and regional growth, and urges solidarity to secure fair opportunities while highlighting La Grande’s housing demand as a sign of statewide momentum.
A historical image showcases a Gaumont film scene where a young man watches a girl on screen. He later joins the same company as an actor, starting a charming romance and performing with evident happiness.
The county fair closed after poor weather yet drew a strong crowd and strong interest in securing ground for a tent, tack, and permanent buildings. The Observer column invites free discussion and shares broad opinions.
D O Lively of the Portland stock yards is spoken of as a future man of good council. He advises raising hogs as a safeguard against potential financial disaster facing Oregon and the country.
The text suggests speculation about the fate of the governor’s special session, hinting that grassroots rumblings may have warned or influenced its course. The piece implies uncertainty and local concern without detailing concrete outcomes.
The Isis presents a powerful program led by George Birnie performing The Curse of the Dreamer by Paul Dressser. The piece reflects a man’s anguish over his wife’s betrayal and death on Broadway in its final chorus.
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