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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1908
Page
7
George Mapes and H G Makterson ire returned from the big shoot at Anaconda Montana where about 200 sportsmen gathered. The Union county team reported strong results with 88 to 90 percent in the three days event. Bred Gilbert captured the professional trophy and the amateur honors were awarded to the top competitors.
The scene on the visit by Mr. Farmin of Sandpoint Idaho featured Anaconda raising $3100 for the entertainment of the boys. The welcome was so strong that Anaconda was chosen as the site for next year without opposition.
La Grande flouring mill now produces 100 barrels of flour daily, converting wheat at a steady rate. Two shifts have run for nearly a week, with home consumption orders filled and car load shipments soon for foreign buyers.
Miss Stella Oliver resumes piano instruction starting September 14 with flexible hours. Interested students should apply early at her Studio 1405 Fourth Street or call Black 341.
If you suffer from bleeding itching or protruding piles, send your address for details on a home absorption treatment. Immediate relief and permanent care are promised. No money required and samples may be sent for trial with local references available. Write Mrs M Summers Box P Notre Dame Ind
N H Brown of Pittsfield Vermont endorses Dr King’s New Life Pills. The maker guarantees a product that claims to ease stomach discomfort and liver issues without side effects. Available at Newlin’s drug store.
The county court saved taxpayers 463 by building the Union bridge itself instead of taking the lowest bid of 1024. Superintendent Campbell completed a 40 foot bridge for 569, proving the court’s new policy reduces debt and lowers costs compared to contracting firms. Campbell then moved to repair bridges on the Grand Ronde.
Traveling engineer Johnnie Shen has been transferred to Portland and will establish his future headquarters. Mrs. Walton and Mr. Shen plan to rent or sell their First Street residence. The Bheshar family departs for their permanent home, leaving many friends sad to see them go.
Four races were run at the fair grounds race track with Dude Bull's animal winning the quarter mile in two straight heats at 26 1 5 seconds against Automo horse. Roy Oliver's black animal won two heats at 25 flat against Hiram Peach's buckskin. A rematch between Dude Bull's horse and Peach buckskin is set for next Sunday. Bronco busting by Roy Halley drew praise as the best work seen in years.
The focus centers on growers north of Salem proving their peaches top the nation. The scene unfolds as vendors at Red Cross drug store promote a two tablets and two pencils for the price of one offer amid this fruit frontier validation.
The article touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for blood impurities and skin conditions like eczema, tetter, hives, and ulcers. It claims wonderful healing when used with All-Healing Salve on open sores, suggests ordering by mail, and warns against unknown medicines.
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