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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1909
Page
5
Norris leaves for Portland and Seattle on a combined business and pleasure trip. Several residents depart for Idaho Oregon and California with visits to family land reclamation projects synod meetings and exhibitions. Local society members plan lectures and church events while merchants prepare for upcoming displays and season tickets.
A special meeting of the La Grande L O F lodge No. 16 is set for Wednesday evening at 1:09 o clock to arrange to attend the funeral of the late William J Snodgrass. GRO GROUT N U.
La Grande high school football players and reserves plan the longest trip of the season to Caldwell Idaho to face the College of Idaho on Saturday. Nineteen players will travel with expenses paid while coach Wall assesses participation after this week’s practice.
The Lyle Musicale met in the Club rooms on Sixth street for its first year meeting. New officers elected last spring were installed: Mrs. Wood Berry president, Mrs. Chester Newlin vice president, Mrs. Anthony secretary, and Mrs. Polack treasurer. A program followed with lectures and musical numbers by Mrs B Polack Stella Oliver Mrs George Betver Mrs Carlock and Mrs Chester Newlin.
E Polack of City Grocery in San Francisco reports a donation of copper tins to La Grande Oregon charity bazaar promoters. The message compliments the bazaar and signals broad public interest in the La Grande city park project.
Justice of the Peace Angus W Stew art resigns the La Grande district seat. A C Williams is appointed to fill the vacancy by Judge J C Henry. Freight tariff on lemons is tied to the Payne Aldrich Act, absorbing the same duty amount. Southern Pacific railway figures cited amid lemon tariff claims. Banquet guests express disappointment as the President omits robo ting questions.
The State versus King Rowe jury returned a verdict of simple assault this morning, with Judge Knowles set to pass sentence tomorrow at 9. A large crowd observed the trial as testimony unfolded. three verdict forms were submitted, including assault with a dangerous weapon and not guilty options.
Bids will be received by the city recorder for a five foot sidewalk on the north side of Lot 6 Block 110 Grandy's addition La Grande Oregon. Bids due by 4 p m October 20 1909 accompanied by a 10 percent certified check. Council may reject any and all bids. D E Cox recorder October 11 1909.
An old advertisement claims that taking several doses of Papa's Diuretic will regulate kidneys and ease bladder trouble, removing backache and distress. The text markets the product as a cure and promises rapid improvement.
Trust your eyesight to experienced professionals. Dr Mendelsohn offers fully equipped eye testing and properly ground lenses, promising relief from headaches and poor vision. Located opposite the post office at 1106 Adams Avenue with hours 8:30 to 12 and 1 to 6, evenings by special appointment.
An old advertisement claims Pape's Diuretic cures kidney and urinary issues quickly. It warns of rheumatism headaches and sleeplessness but promises cleanse and heal organs with a fifty cent treatment, urging reliance on Cincinnati based Pape Thomson Co. for reliable results.
A reader discusses the risk of relying on a warranty deed in California. The piece argues a warranty is a bet that may not fix bad title, suggesting instead an abstract title and advising consultation with J. & Oliver.
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