05 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1919
Page
1
A veteran nurse recalls American soldiers in Europe during 1914 1918. She highlights courage humor courtesy and human moments with Canadians British and other Allied troops. She notes a Montana man's homesickness a southern American accent and acts of kindness on buses and wards.
Richard Siprelia a Crocker Intermediate School student in San Francisco attracted national notice after leaping onto the King of Belgium’s automobile and presenting a 25 cent Thrift Stamp and card. The King thanked him as the car moved away. Richard said he wanted the King to know what a Thrift Stamp is.
A wounded Yank in a wartime hospital recounts encounters with German prisoners and a gritty nurse, detailing a colorful POW review, a poignant moment with a gravely wounded Sammy, and a prideful note about being from Beuna Vista and Monmouth Oregon as he cites his American roots.
Warning about tired eyes in long winter evenings urges readers to have their vision examined. Vision specialists make and fit glasses with guaranteed satisfaction so you can read clearly and comfortably.
A World War I reminiscence recalls a sailor’s battles and bravado as he anticipates homecoming to Seattle, whether as lieutenant or angel, and vows that outcome depends on the war and the fate of Uncle Sam.
Notice offers Federal farm loans at five and a quarter percent. Loans available in Polk Yamhill Marion Benton and Lincoln counties. Applications directed to BE K Piascki secretary treasurer Dallas National Farm Loan Association. Also final settlement notice for H H Cole estate with hearing set December 15 1919 in Dallas Polk County Oregon.
There is wide catarrh prevalence and traditional local cures failed. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is described as a constitutional remedy taken internally to affect the blood and mucous surfaces. A $100 reward is offered for any case it cannot cure, with circulars and testimonials available. distributed by F J Cheney and Co Toledo Ohio and sold by druggists.
Resident physicians at San Quentin in California face an odd request offering $10 000 to transfer reproductive interstitial glands of Anton Lapara who is to be hanged December 19. Doctors say the glands cannot be sold and will be used for charity.
D E Fletcher appointed administrator of J L W Jasperson estate in Polk County Oregon seeks creditors to present claims with vouchers within six months at the Cooper Block Independence. D E Fletcher attorney notes first publication December 28 1919. J A Reynoldé named administrator of B F Schrank estate with six month claim period. SWOPE & SWOPE attorneys. Public notices include Bishop advertisements about Xmas linen bedding and hosiery at Bishops.
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