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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1905
Page
5
Total Page shows Josten Palmer appointed as President and G E McCurty named Assistant Cashier. The notice records these leadership changes in the financial institution.
F M Burkit A B Conley F J Holmes C C Pennington are listed as notable individuals in the record with initials and surnames indicating a roster or committee. The fragment suggests a network of persons connected to a local event or organization.
Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania reports the new child labor law going into effect to restrict underage workers in the anthracite mines. Officials say about 12,000 miners under 18 must be displaced from mining duties and sent to schools, with enforcement by Mine Workers union officers.
Mrs. Bagher reports thieves looted and burned Frederick H Bagher’s residence in Oakdale LA, part of the Ludlow estate where Admiral Dewey honeymooned. The blaze aimed to cover a robbery. losses estimated well into the hundreds of thousands. This marks a second incendiary fire in the millionaire enclave within days, stirring fear among residents.
K J Becker of Kawenas City was named receiver for Imperial Brewing Co which owes about 425000. Attorney A B Silverman cites Missouri and Kansas reform movements as a major cause of the failure. He notes efforts to close saloons on both sides of the state line.
Sealskin dealers in Victoria report strong London demand with prices up this year. Captain Balcum, operating South Atlantic vessels, notes first skins in London earned about 25 percent more than the previous year as London continues to control the market and local dealers anticipate similar gains.
An odd cryptic note mentions lawyers with sharp eyes, linked to a radiated bee trust and a God Bane indictment. The fragment hints at legal action and high demand for keen counsel in a doubtful case.
If distant from our store you can mail orders and receive prompt attention. A first class drug store offers drugs stationary medicines machine oils stock and poultry preparation and many odd articles. We guarantee everything and offer returns if unsatisfied.
Washington reports ongoing friction despite settlement of key points in the Newfoundland fisheries controversy. A letter from Secretary Root to Secretary Shaw signals potential sticking points as negotiations continue, following a conference between Mr. Teot and Sir Mortimer Durand, the British Ambassador.
The article reports that Chenelworth, accused of stealing 840000 worth of horses from a local fair, was captured in Wyoming. Sheriff Reid announced a regular reward for Chenelworth’s return to the state.
John Weir, president of Wesleyan University in Buckhannon West Virginia, was burned in effigy by a group protesting what they call the president’s plan to abolish football. The incident occurred tonight as locals voiced sharp opposition to the decision.
A sale notice lists an imported tooth brashea fin with bleached bristle, stamped with the seller’s name and price of 260. The ad asks buyers to report any defects and references Newlin Drag Co.
Beginning November 1, 1905 the price of milk from Springbrook Dairy will be two dollars per quart daily, up from one and one half. The notice cites rising costs for caring for and handling milk and pledges continued commitment to pure wholesome milk, thanking customers for past patronage. Springbrook Dairy.
Sacred Heart Academy, run by the sisters of St. Francis, offers classical, literary and scientific programs plus music, drawing and painting. It prepares young ladies for teaching careers. Classes resume September 5. For terms and details, inquire at the school.
BE H Wolfe of Bear Grove Iowa credits electric bitters with curing kidney trouble and general debility after two years of illness. He reports relief from pale appearance anxiety and nerve trouble and keeps the medicine on hand. A local druggist guarantees its efficacy though the text notes cabinet branding and a list of product names.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a daredevil ride causing a sed accident with injuries. It mentions Theo dorenere Columbus and a drug company Newlin Drug, noting quick healing and a 1 percent figure.
A fragmented ad copy notes Hollister Mountain Tea with a claim of aid to digestion. It references a “Tea Tablets” product by Newlin Drag Co priced at 35 cents and mentions a tonjo lok and weak phrases likely indicating product benefits.
The Seattle Grocery invites trial orders to demonstrate service quality and value. If expectations aren’t met they state they do not want your trade, aiming to convert customers with a motto of best groceries for the money and a demonstration of how well they encase.
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