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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1918
Page
4
The article argues for conserving sugar due to wartime transport and supply issues. It notes England and France previously imported millions of tons from Pan-Germany and beet sugar regions, now cut off by conflict, underscoring the need to bolster the western beet sugar industry for Allied needs.
The Walla Walla Union argues for developing the sugar industry in the valley. It notes how Idaho transformed cattle country into sugar production and how a factory would employ workers, attract related industries, extend railroads, and promote settlement. It warns that community spirit and practical governance are essential to lasting success.
Mrs. T. J. McClain of Buena Vista attended church services in this city Sunday. Dean Walker and wife of Eugene visited at the home of Mr. Walker's parents. O. O. F. to commemorate the ninety ninth anniversary on April 26. English walking shoes at C A Kreamer's from Copeland Ryder Co. eight dollars. Dr E J Wainscott and wife of Oakland were guests of the Hewitt home. Mrs. Bert Cross returned home from Falls City and Monmouth. Mrs. L Kinney of Eugene visiting the Burtons. Lucile Craven retained as teacher in Hood River. Mrs. Hart of Monmouth visiting Independence. James Hanna left for Portland after visiting the city. Mrs. Fred Young and Mrs. Dr. Duganne were northbound. Dr L L Hewitt and wife visited near Salem. Goings fast sale on last year’s samples offering savings.
A Tuesday Liberty Bond meeting at School District No 1 Zena featured Capt Toose and Attorney Barrick. Wednesday in West Salem Attorney Fletcher spoke, with Mr Adair of the Canadian army sharing an inspiring appeal. Patriotic songs united attendees. A Saturday Hopville gathering will have Fletcher and Swope delivering discourses.
The Soldiers and Sailors Relief Act aims to shield service members from financial hardship. It requires courts to notify when a service member is involved, allows stays or remedies, and directs delivery of act copies to lawyers and courts to ensure awareness and enforcement.
Grant McLaughlin informs customers that he has sold the Clover Leaf Dairy to Bert Hilke and thanks patrons for their loyalty during the years of operation. He wishes the new owner continued courtesy and signs off with appreciation.
Private Pat R J McKinney writes from Camp Meade about the Twenty-Third Engineers destined for France. He praises the unit as crack regimental work in highway construction and notes parade reviews, drill mastery, and a wish to return to the Willamette Valley after the war. He signs as a buck private and invites letters to Kahki for free mail.
The article urges all school age children to remain in class through term end to build future dollars. It notes attendance efforts as the Training School presents its final group of student teachers and highlights pupil involvement in thrift stamps quilts war gardens and other patriotic tasks.
A terse dispatch from Ny says North Dakota became bone dry by mistake. The note questions whether the dry status extends to the prohibition territory.
A conference speaker declares belief in the principle of plural marriage, stating that prophecy foresees many women seeking marriage to the same man and that this has come true.
A candidate announces for County Clerk at the Polk County Primary on May 7 1918. The notice cites Republican nomination and pledges to uphold duties including bond and securities management. Signed sworn statement by W J Clark and others, published in Independence Enterprise.
Frank Gibson announces his candidacy for County Judge in Polk County. He states his pledge to serve the people and pursue the party’s nomination and future term to protect local interests.
A Republican candidate runs in the Ninth District primary on May 17, 1918, seeking the state senate seat covering Bental Polk counties.
Advertisement entries a for sale notice listing two pure bred hogs of the Polit China breed. Seller identified as Write Schrunk R F D Box 85 Inder dence.
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