16 Apr 1909
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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1909
Page
1
News reports show a surge in Pacific Northwest colonization driven by colonist ticket sales for Oregon Washington and Idaho. Rail officials expect at least double the number of new homes this year, aiming to grow population and rail transport to meet regional needs.
In an unusual display ministers and other non drinkers advocate a bill allowing saloons to stay open on Sundays. Rabbi Stephen S Wise supports the measure saying current law is unenforceable and a compromise with general obedience expected, hoping the law will pass.
Norman B. Mack, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, says the magazine will debut May 1 as National Monthly. It will promote the Democratic party with contributors including senators, representatives, governors and other prominent Democrats.
The wedding of Miss Josephine Jensen to Horace Burnett took place Wednesday at the bride’s brother Lieutenant Lawrence Jensen’s home. Rev D H Trimble officiated with only immediate family and friends present. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter Jensen, is noted for charms and society presence. Burnett serves as city editor of the Guard and is well regarded.
Eugene Daily Register notes warm wishes from friends to the newly married couple. Following an informal nuptial reception, Mr and Mrs Burnett Jett depart for a short honeymoon south on a polata tour.
The Independence baseball team defeated Rickreall on last Runway to take a 23 to win. The early game featured few errors, many stolen bases, and numerous safe hits as the season began.
An educational rally in Monmouth on Saturday April 17 features a talk program by area schools representatives and an afternoon program by Monmouth school pupils. Eighth graders perform the Court Scene from The Merchant of Venice with State Superintendent J H Ackerman attending. The event is in the Monmouth Normal building.
A 15 member commission including the governor as chairman was selected by the Salem Board of Trade and the Business Men's League to promote bringing mountain water to Salem. The city council appropriated 1500 to fund preliminary surveys already completed, with reports to be reviewed soon.
Steam threshers of Oregon totaling about seven hundred will convene at the Portland Commercial Club Assembly Hall on May 6 and 7. The gathering marks the first State Association meeting since its formation last fall with Secretary Philip S Bates coordinating plans. Officials including Hon James Wilson discuss Good Roads, while B B Clark and Prof A L Rose will address Eastern methods and Traction Engine schooling. A banquet and other entertainments are planned for opening night.
Four horsepower upright gasoline engines offered by 8 Muhleman located at Phong 665 Independence. Att.
Oregon dairy numbers shrink as 500 cows from Linn county alone head to Washington over the past year. Cap ital City Creamery plans expansion by reoccupying the Vaudette theater space to boost butter and cheese production amid higher prices and growing demand in Washington. Eldridge cites fewer cows and slower output in Oregon contributing to the shortfall.
The article notes that rising millfeed prices and condenser activity reduce milk supply. Dairymen struggle with feed costs and cows on ranges while condensers take a large share of milk that would otherwise produce butter and cheese.
A Chicago judge recalls the 1872 incident when Bosan A Anthony was fined 100 for voting for General Grant. She refused to pay, claiming the fine unjust, and declared she would defend herself even at the cost of bodily harm. The judge avoided jail and the fine remained unpaid.
Mr Ed Prather of Buena Vista Oregon now rides a reliable buggy. A Michigan made vehicle was purchased from R M Wade Co with twenty percent reduction on race curtains this week at Conkey Welker and Lehman.
Duke Hillard, son of Mr and Mrs Ed Hillard, was badly shocked when he climbed a telephone pole and touched a live wire Tuesday evening. He was rendered unconscious but survived the incident.
The article portraits Yukon Avenue as the central thoroughfare crossing the exposition grounds from Klondike Circle to Nome Circle. It winds past Hawaii and Ameka buildings, with the Pay Streak nearby and a lakeside amphitheater promising seating for 30,000. The route showcases grand forests, monumental architecture, and snowbound mountains along Puget Sound.
A boy was struck by a live electrical line and thrown thirty feet, suffering severe burns on hands and neck. A doctor treated him and he survived. he remains semi conscious at home of his parents but is recovering and gaining consciousness. A local power company official said 2300 volts passed through him, a miracle he lived.
The ad explains stomach trouble as food fermentation and urges readers to ask a pharmacist for a 50-cent box of Pape’s Diapepsin and a 22-grain Triangule. It lists symptoms from indigestion to belching, nausea, and discomfort after meals.
Notice states Otter Rock Improvement Company holds its annual meeting at the Secretary’s office in Independence Oregon on April 20 1909 at 10 o clock to elect officers and conduct other business. B F Jones Secretary.
A 20 percent reduction on lace curtains runs this week and next at Conkey Walker Lehman. The sale highlights discounted drapery at the store.
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