11 Apr 1919
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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1919
Page
1
Pvt Kee manned a Mont Notre Dame relay station under heavy shelling in France during 1918. He kept operating despite danger, aiding his commander and unit before he died, earning the Distinguished Medal of the United States posthumously.
The piece argues that investment is the true barrier to upheaval in America and praises War Savings Stamps as a patriotic duty. It notes the program allows purchase for as little as 25 cents, urging widespread participation to support government needs and economic stability.
A. R Richardson and others appeal to the Oregon Supreme Court from a Polk County ruling over a mile long road through Benjamin F. Burgh’s old donation claim. The court upholds dedication and prescription claims, affirms a county’s right to maintain the road, and warns against narrowing it with a boundary fence. The case could set a future precedent for road disputes in the county.
Major General Thomas H. Barry, U S A, set to assume command of the Eastern Division after the late General Franklin Bell. The move comes amid a chorus of respect for General Barry, noted as a popular leader in the army and in the county.
In Corvallis the Presbyterian Church unanimously named Dr J R N Bell Pastor Emeritus after Rev J E Snyder led a surprise ceremony. Bell, long-time pastor, received praise for faithful service to Christ and the congregation as officials planned to fetch him to the church by force if needed.
Dr. Bell receives Pastor Emeritus status from the First Presbyterian Church of Corvallis after decades of service. He moved to Oregon after the Civil War, preached his first 1867 sermon, and has guided church life through multiple relocations and leadership roles. The congregation lauds his steadfast faith and community impact.
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