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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1906

Page

2

Looking Glass Illusion Man Shot At Burglar Reflects on Self

A New York man who shot at his reflection believing a burglar was in his home should focus on understanding himself. A separate Arkansas incident notes a lynching mistaken as a commendable frank admission by a lynching committee. The Castellanos marital dispute and Anna Gould's ill-fated marriage to a French count are mentioned with critical tone. These items reflect Spokesman Review commentary.

New York Arkasisas Arkansas Carless Castellanos Anna Gould Spokesman Review

Growth of Pacific Slope Outstrips East in Agriculture

John Irgne of Minneapolis notes strong Pacific coast development in wheat and cereals with rising output in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon. He cites rapid gains in mining, lumber, rail traffic, and animal industry, while eastern regions face car shortages and slower expansion.

John Irgne Minneapolis Commercial West Pacific Washington Idaho Oregon

Railroad survey sparks lane speculation near Lenora and Camas Peak

A party of engineers has raised interest and fears as Harriman interests plan line work along the Clearwater vicinity. Reports say new crossings may join the Milwaukee Pacific route with Oregon and Northern Pacific plans, while some see the survey as for statistical purposes.

Clearwater Spauld- Ing Lenora Harriman Ivan Lewiston Camas Peake Gound Oregon Raad

Review of Reviews notes 25000 miles of North American railway

The Review of Reviews states the United States and Canada have 25 000 miles of rail under contract or soon to be contracted. If laid straight, this length could circle the world and cross the continent eight times, but funding construction will require substantial prosperity.

United States Canada

Governor Folk Urges Local Shopping Against Mail Order

In a Missouri address to the Retail Grocers Association Governor Folk denounced mail order sales and urged merchants to advertise in home papers. He warned that spending locally grows business and called for patrons to support their own communities to set a good example.

Folk Missouri Retail Grocers Association

Great Western Crops

A brief note praises the state’s coat development and remarks on shared pride among observers regarding agricultural progress and crop growth.

Exhibition Highlights With Wall Papers And Art Works

The piece notes how patterns and colors in wall hanging, ceiling, and border papers will be enhanced by Cara and judicious harmonizing. It mentions recent wall paper designs and suggests sewing or sending for paintings or etchings. The exhibition is free and welcomes visitors on business days.

Cara

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