Prosperity noted as Ossenvar visit hints at growth
An Ossenvar representative surveyed the western aty and found signs of prosperity. The OLR N track crew laid side track for Palmer Lumber, while brick yards loaded lumber and iron for a new mill. George Krel Wer employs 32 men as brick production nears 2.5 million for the season and weekly pay tops $600.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ossenvar
Aty
OLR. & N. Company
Palmer- Lumber Company
Geo. Krel Wer
la Grande
Democratic Territorial Convention Nominates Delegate Candidate
The Democratic territorial convention in Santa Fe will meet this afternoon to nominate a candidate for delegate to Congress. A full representation from every district is expected as the next territorial election approaches.
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Scripps News Association
Santa Fe
Democratic Territorial Convention
Local society notes from La Grande and Baker City
P F Parks of Elgin transacts business in the county seat this morning. Attorneys and visitors are named among Elgin Baker City and La Grande associates. The Commercial Club plans monthly entertainments with special programs, cards, and refreshments to follow.
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P. F. Parks
Elgin
J. C. Slater
Bacer City
Robert H. Lloyd
G.C. Latimer
la Grande
Baker
Baker City
F. D. McCully
Joseph
Lilia
E. Johnson
Sa Granda
Walter Hopper
Katie Zweifel
Summerville
Jacob End
C. M. Smith
Adams County
Washington
la Orance
Meremy
Mr. Smith
Pancheton E. O
Robert Wilkinson
Starkey
Frank F. Williams
Cave
Williams
Howard Eberly
Heller
Douglass
Nebraska
Commercial Club
Fire Destroys Martin House in Old Town Blaze
Last night a fire at the Martin house near Mill Creek mouth burned the structure before aid could arrive as the alarm was not sounded promptly. Mrs. Swagger, occupant, had just returned from Portland with funds for her children in a dependent school and lamp misfortune sparked the blaze. Insurance is minimal.
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Martin
Mill Creek
Ganger
E. Swagger
Swagger
Portland
Beautiful flowers noted in city yards this season
Astorlia n Park Street yard displays exceptionally fine specimens of roses asters and sweetpeas fronting JD Slater and W J Lindsey residences. The write up praises the rugged blooms and encourages residents to maintain attractive yards highlighting yearly improvements in city beauty.
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Astrali
Park Street
JD. Slater
W. J. Lindsey
For Sale Naw cx Room Cottage in Central Location
Cottage in central location with fit model conveniences and basement. Lawn and shade trees. Good terms if sold at once. Call 1603 Adams Ave or phone Black 601.
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Adams Ave
For Rent and Help Wanted Advertisements
A storefront offers a new store room with six upstairs living rooms available for rent through the Farmers and Traders' National Bank. A bright intelligent town resident is sought to run errands and assist at the Newlin Drug Co store with applications requested locally.
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Farmers and Traders’ National Bank
Newlin Drug Go
Enterprise Fraternal Building Under Construction
San Haworth left this morning to resume supervision of the fraternal building at Enterprise. The foundation is in place and the steel frame will rise. Upon completion the project will cost 17000 dollars and provide fraternal homes for many local lodges and fraternities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Haworth
Enterprise
Eastern Star to Celebrate Founder Robert Morris Birthday
On Wednesday evening September 12 the Order of the Eastern Star will honor founder Robert Morris. All members are invited with Geneve Bonenkarmp, Worthy Matron, presiding at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of the Eastern Star
Robert Morris
The
Eastern Star
Geneve Bonenkarmp
Put Up Boxes for Carrier Delivery Help
Readers urged to place small boxes on gate piers to protect Observer papers from wind and rain. Such boxes would aid carrier boys and improve delivery promptness and reliability as stormy weather approaches.
Foundation laid for new Baptist church nearing completion
A large crew works on the church site as the foundation nears readiness for the building. The notice also promotes dining options with oysters and a varied bill of fare, inviting couples to visit and enjoy affordable meals. An error-filled line suggests a price of 450 dollars for a night meal in a casual ad.
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New Baptist Church
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the Golden Rule Company
Adams Avenue
Geo. T. Parr
C. B. Simmons
Sec'y and
Mgr
Parr-Simmons Company
Grande Ronde Valley
Jefferson Ave
Greenwood St
Cal
Oregon
Watts Drug CO
Depot Street
NEW School Caps
E. M. Wellman & Company
Columbia
Hever
Stason
Old Town
RED Gross Drug Store
A. G. Maglennan
Sporting Goods
T.N. Murphy
Enterprise Fraternal Building
the Model Restaurant
J. A Arbuckle
Prop
Cc. E. Hackman
Cor
Greenwood
Andrews
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