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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1909
Page
7
New York September 15 a third dividend of one dollar a share on Great Northern Ore certificates was paid today reinforcing the companys earnings and investor appeal.
Dr. T. W. Riddell M D C graduate veterinarian listed at Red Cross Drug Store offices. Prof E Porter Day principal La Grande School of Music with Mrs Day assistant at 100 Greenwood Ave. Stella Oliver piano and harmony teacher studio at Turner Oliver residence. Robert Miller architect Cc Crawford attorney at law practices to all state and US lines, office La Grande National Bank Building.
With irrigation assured there is an opportunity for capital to buy land, plant fruit, and subdivide into small tracts. Investors gain returns while aiding in breaking up large holdings. The author notes many residents live in cities, urging rural settlement near La Grande and surrounding area.
James J. Hill, the renowned railroad magnate, marked his 71st birthday in Minneapolis. Born near Caledon in Upper Canada on September 16, 1838, he has shaped the Northwest’s transport history and remains active in rail and steamship ventures.
Free booklet titled Well irrigation for small farms issued by the General Passenger Department of the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Co. and Southern Pacific lines in Oregon. It presents practical concise methods for inexpensive irrigation and profit.
Public notice encourages farmers in Oregon to obtain free copies by applying to William McMurray, General Passenger Agent of the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Company and affiliated FP, with contact in Portland. The date stamp is August 16, 1911.
One brown mare of about 1000 pounds described as good and gentle for children and ladies to drive. Includes a nearly new two seated light rig and a good set of harness. Priced at 150 dollars. Informational call at 1911 V Avenue.
A fair sized house attended the Steward to see Uncle Josh Perkins last night. Some parts were poorly rendered but the show pleased the audience overall. Uncle Josh played the role pleasingly and Hiram Greene dominated as the gawky farm hand.
A county drive through Union County reveals numerous teams of four and six horses hauling grain to warehouses. Observers note an abundance of fine work horses and many carloads shipped out, praising the county’s horse supply.
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned forbid hunting of any kind on their premises in the Fox and Rob Hill districts. Names include J. Warrenstaff C. P. Kingsley Albert Clay Henry Brill Conrad and John Strauber J. Keller EB Dunn J. Wilson J. W. White Alec Calchien Mr. Caldwell B. Crummett J. D. McKennon J. A. Russell R. D. Hamilton 4 Benson Frank Sweener N. Heidenreich H. Goeck J. Henderson H. Allen J. Millering dated August 27 September 27
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