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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1911
Page
2
A Victorian style ad touts Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as gentle and easy to take for stomach disorders. It includes a testimonial from Mrs. P. H. Brogan of Wilson, Pa praising Chamberlains Cough Remedy as superior, especially for croup, and notes available from dealers.
La Grande High School reported a one day attendance of 222 students, the largest in city history. The record reflects four-year classes and credits new county high school law and expanded shop and domestic science facilities for the rise in enrollments.
Vale reports definite railroad news with a 36 mile Oregon Eastern segment toward the interior. Local yards will receive seven miles of track and new trackage to support rush construction, with property purchases possible for headquarters and foremen as engineer North inspected progress.
The United States Motor Company promotes the Maxwell Special as a superior medium-priced car with 36 horsepower and a high power motor. It touts distinctive styling, a Royal green Wedgwood green finish, and an economical price supported by fourteen plants, inviting buyers to compare value against rivals.
Help wanted for a young man or lady stenographer to handle light office tasks. Salary reasonable with potential for advancement. State expected pay and any experience, with references. Send details to Lock Box 116, Enterprise, Oregon. 10-18- tdud
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