14 Aug 1902
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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1902
Page
1
A regular famine tied the Independence Cont region with hospitals and markets short of cream. Carvallte factory engine failure cut materials, sparking a supply gap. Ships from Portland arrived late, while orders from Karen and Albany remained unfilled.
Southern Pacific and Corvallis and Eastern rail tickets are discounted through October 1902 to Newport Yaquina and other resorts. Round trips from Albany Corvallis to Detroit priced at $3.25 with return by October 10. Three day Sunday excursion from all SP and O&C lines at low rates to Newport Yaquina with return via East or West Side divisions. Pedee report notes a wagon brake failure incident injuring S Craton but not seriously. David Calbreath speaks to council on the issue.
The council approved fifteen hydrants placed to serve both business and residential areas with adjustable layout before mains are laid. Mr Calbreath outlined a general system adequate to city needs and will present a detailed plant proposition at the next meeting covering cost and installation plans.
The Portland Carnival runs September 1 to 13 featuring a major street fair and autumn festival scale. Railways and steamers across Oregon Washington Idaho Montana and British Columbia offer reduced fares to draw travelers to Portland. The Labour Oriental Circus and Menagerie from New York City with 160 people has been secured for the carnival.
An aged stern father, a young lover, and a maiden fair are drawn into a shady nook scheme. A furious parent and a distraught couple appear involved in a wedding caper tied to a noted elopement report.
The 0. BR. & 8.Co. released an illustrated pamphlet titled “Oregen, Washington & Idaho and their resources.” Eastern readers seek information about the Pacific Northwest and may request free mailing by sending names of interested individuals to the O. R. & N. Co. agent.
The young child of Mr. and Mrs. Hilliard began choking Tuesday evening after swallowing a penny that blocked the wind passage. Immediate aid by bystanders and responders prevented a serious outcome.
Phillip Neia, veteran hop grower, reports mixed prospects for Oregon hop yards near Aurora Champortg and Batteville with possible light crop if weather worsens. Court notes list numerous estate, guardianship, and real estate transfers including Ht B Plummer to Victor Fink and George Altenburg land patents. Court actions include guardianship appointments and decrees, and notices of intention to restore roads and bonds. also advertisements for catarrh cure and medical remedies.
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