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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1906

Page

14

City Brewery Produces Four Thousand Barrels Annually

City Brewery in La Grande operates 20 years with 4000 barrels yearly and 1000 bottled on site. Output serves saloons hotels families and direct deliveries across the area. Plans include a 4, half ton refrigerating machine to cool storage and surplus beer for sale. Julius Roesch leads the venture and advocates physician endorsement for its tonic value.

Bew Washington Bohemia Europe America Becides la Grande Julie Roesch

The Store for Men in La Grande Promotes Dress and Quality

Al Andrews offers tailored and ready-made menswear on Adams Avenue with a wide range of seasonable goods. The article extols proper appearance as social leverage and notes Selder’s local wholesale ice cream trade and growing business in the Grande valley.

al Andrews al Grande Andrewe Grands Ronde Valley Dr. Jacen Wilcon

Grande Ronde Electric Co powers La Grande area

The Grande Ronde Electric Co provides light and power to La Grande Union Island City The Cove and Hot Lake with three power plants including a 300 kW generator at The Cove and a 340 kW unit near La Grande The company organized in 1904 and absorbed earlier utilities with officers T H Crawford president C E H Crawford secretary treasurer and board of directors including Walter M Pierce and W G Hunter.

Grande Ronde la Grande Union Island City Pacific Coast Grande Ronde Electric Company Ploneer Flour Milling Co la Grande Flouring Mill the Cove Flouring MU Vccceseee Istana City Water Works Hot Lake Sanitarium The Cove General Electric Company Old Town Pacific Northwest Oro Dell Whiter la Grande Light & Power Company la Grande Water Storage Company Trion Light & Power Company Ita T. H. Crawford C. E H. Crawford Walter M. Pierce W. G. Hunter T. BR. Berry Board of Dilrectors F. M. Houshes

Stoddard Lumber Co Offers Odd Sized Surfaced Lumber

Stoddard Lumber Co specializes in odd sized surfaced lumber. The plant runs on a 15 horsepower electric motor with planing turning lathe and sticker work. They produce doors sash porch columns balustrades brackets filigree and other woodwork. The yard holds well seasoned lumber under shed with low price quotes. Officers listed include J. B. Stoddard president J. H. Leishman president and Leo B. Stoddard secretary treasurer.

Stoddard Lumber Company J. B. Stoddard J. H. Leishma Leo B. Stoddard

Selder’s Ice Cream and Confectionery Advertised

E D Selder offers wholesale and retail ice cream sherbets confectionery and cigars opposite Foley Hotel in La Grande. The shop touts pure ingredients up to date furnishings and a popular spot for shoppers to enjoy cream sherbet or a cooling drink. Confectionery is made on site with careful quality to be healthful and delicious.

E. D. Selder Foley Hotel la Grande Selder

A B C Laundry a Thoroughly Modern Idaho Oregon Firm

A B C Laundry operates a large plant serving Idaho Washington and Oregon with 20 hp engine 40 hp boiler modern washers extractor and ironers. Established in 1895 by C S and L F Dunn the firm emphasizes quality service moderate prices and city-wide pickup and delivery.

Idaho Washington Oregon Pendleton Boise Sng C. 8 L. F. Dunn la Grande

Model Restaurant Promises Prompt Service And Moderate Prices

In La Grande, J. A. Arbuckle operates the Model Restaurant now in its fifth year. Short orders and meals served day and night on Adams Avenue with specialty in oysters, coffee, and quick service. The enterprise emphasizes cleanliness, courtesy, and reasonable pricing for farmers, ranchers, and locals alike.

J. A. Arbuckle Adams Avenue Arbuckle Pendleton la Grande Wenahoura

La Grande Iron Works East Plant in Oregon Offers Wide Capabilities

The La Grande Iron Works East Plant near Portland Oregon, operated by D Fitzgerald, is a complete iron works machine shop and foundry established about one and a half years ago. The facility spans 100 by 120 feet with a 40 by 40 foundry housing a three ton cupola and a 5 000 pound crane. The plant includes pattern making, various lathes, planers, forges, and a Wincksmithing shop, powered by electricity from the Grande Roads Electric company. Staffing ranges seven to 13 workers and substantial stock of iron and hardwood is kept on hand.

Fitzgerald Hela Dayton Wash la Grande Observers Buelnee Fitsverad Beiler George W. Fifield Lowell Mies Betts Machine Company Wilmington Del Portland Grande Roads Electric Company la Grande Iron Workselves J

Smith’s Move Reflects Hope for La Grande Area

N. Rai road notes a close of work demanding accuracy as Mr. Smith travels from Philadelphia to La Grande, where he settled years ago. He is described as a staunch believer in the brilliant future of this favored section.

Hanan Andrws la Grande Andrews Commercial Club T N. Rai Smith Philadelphia la Grande Etx

Acreage Survey in Union County Highlights Timber and Minerals

The Union County survey notes 149 thousand acres surveyed and 600 acres unsurveyed, with the remaining ground valuable for timber paste ore and minerals. Principal valleys listed include Grand Ronde Indian North Powder Big Creek Eagle and Pins. Grande Ronde Valley holds 200 thousand acres of sericultural land.

Union County Grand Ronde North Powder Big Creek Eagle and Pins Grande Ronde

Mrs Forrest Millinery Offers Fashionable Hats in La Grande

Mrs Forrest sells up to date fall millinery at lower prices than Portland stores. She recently returned from an eastern trip to inspect 1906 fashions and plans a large fall showing with staff ready to assist patrons. The La Grande shop aims to provide stylish hats and trusted advice locally.

la Grande Mra. Forrest Portland Mia Forrest

Harness maker J. G. Wagner opens shop in La Grande

J G Wagner promotes well made harnesses of good leather and warns against cheap factory pieces. The shop offers single and double harness, saddles, bridles, nets, robes, and horse furnishings, with repairs done promptly. Wagner, two months in town after moving from Wenatchee, emphasizes fair treatment and full value.

J. G. Wagner Wagner Weil la Grande Wenatchee

James R. Smith Jewelry Store Promotes Stock and Expertise

James R. Smith markets an accessible jewelry stock with hundreds of items for adornment and gifts. He highlights cut glass, silverware, watches, clocks, novelties, and mounted stones while noting diamonds as a solid investment. Smith offers watch repairs as a specialty and serves as the local watch inspector for the O. R. segment.

Mr. Smith The O. R

H W Hewitt Optician and Jeweler at Adame Avenue

Local La Grande advertises H W Hewitt an optician and jeweler offering eye care, eyewear, and repair services. It notes licensed optical work, ring and gem settings, watch repairs, engraving, and a display of jewelry with diamonds sapphires and emeralds. It marks five years in business with a growing patronage.

la Grande Mr. Hewitt Hewitt H.W. Howitt

Also Mentioned on This Page

City Brewery Julius AL. Andrews Phone Black 231 Searon Ite Grande Ronde Electric CO the Cove Hot Lake Hulse Guntav Vietor Hantke Institute of Brewin Milwaukee Wis Depot Street LA Grant Stolard Lumber CO A. B.C. Laundry LA Grande High School D. Fitzgerald, Prop J. R. Forrest James R. Smith H.W. Hewitt Optician and Jeweler Adame Avenue
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