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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1906
Page
6
Wreck on the line reports a damaged engine derailed and freight cars wrecked near the yard. Dozers and trucks are at the scene with debris and splinters littering the track. The damage suggests a lengthy repair time before service returns to normal.
Dr Willard Smyth announces a prolonged rest for health reasons. He will suspend duties from September to May, hoping to return next spring in improved condition.
A compilation of brief notes shows Frank Stevens, Mr and Mrs Teides Moraiccx, and many others visiting La Grande or traveling to nearby cities. Mentions include Eiga, Zwefel of De, W B Bach ofmbier, A E Ebarmart, Wala Wala, Ernest Skiles, C Ralster and Daisy, Chas Hagg, EH Hubbard, Weers Arthur Mathews, Mrs E Srasei, F S Laddeh, Olive Crawford, Mr and Mrs Poros, John Svea Jeep, Fred, and more locals heading to or from La Grande and surrounding towns with visits to Salem, San Drego, Heserer Ore, and other destinations.
A community gathering Friday evening September 1 commemorates a local group's anniversary. The event features two programs and a reception, with plans announced by organizers to honor longtime members and welcome new participants.
Readable fragments describe a drugstore offering home delivery and a wide assortment of items. The garbled text mentions delivery service, asking readers to call with orders and promising quick shipment. Specific product names and clearer details are absent due to damage.
Wheat futures at TOC closed higher amid moderate volume as oats showed gains and corn opened with gains. Market activity centered on Chicago trading pits with price moves reflecting overnight trends.
Notice states that the Grandy & Russell partnership of W. D. Grandy and James A. Fussall is dissolved by mutual agreement. James A. Russell becomes owner of all property and will collect sums due and pay partnership debts as of September 1904 in La Grande Oregon.
A fragment describes readers in Japan, England, India, Africa, and the United States clamoring for copies of a newspaper edition. Readers express desire to send multiple copies abroad while praising the publication and urging more locations to receive it.
A fragmented notice describes a grand ball and concert at an urban factory venue. It mentions a first ball of the season, a band performance, a public subscription list, attendance goals, and a dance program starting around six with various social activities surrounding the event.
A nostalgic note extols the Medal Restaurant offering the day’s dainties and life’s necessities in satisfactory style. It claims the fare strengthens the inner man and helps one fight life’s battles, with fame spreading far and wide for its good service.
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