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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1922
Page
8
Dallas concern Elliott Motor company received a Ford Gold Star for November with 100 percent or better efficiency across sales room store room shop and overall appearance. Only three other agencies in the state earned the distinction as Ford promotes dealer excellence with monthly efficiency comparisons led by Elliott at 121 percent in sales.
Vick Brothers, Salem automobile dealers, announce their third annual auto show on Friday and Saturday December 15th and 16th. Their full line including Overland Oakland Paige Jewett and Willys Knight will be displayed in their High street showroom with enclosed touring models featured. The brothers are longtime Salem auto dealers known for service and a history of successful shows.
Eye care ad notes Dr Hewett and Dr Knott fitting glasses with guaranteed satisfaction.
Rose L. McGrath appointed Administratrix of Martha C Richardson estate by Polk County Oregon court. Creditors must present verified claims within six months to 808 Vancouver Ave Portland or to Fletcher and Ellis at Independence. Attorneys listed for the estate. Dated December 15 1922.
Notice of the regular annual stockholders meeting of The Farmers State Bank of Independence Oregon to be held at the bank building in Independence Oregon at 2 p m on Thursday January 11 1923. Purpose to elect a Board of Directors for the ensuing year and to transact any other proper business. Dated December 8 1922.
An article on ancient Christmas carols traces origins of Holy Night Draw Nigh Immanuel and God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. It notes Holy Night’s likely age beyond Luther, Draw Nigh’s 13th century French melody, and Mozarabic text predating its music by a century. The First Noel is linked to a Breton French tradition with uncertain origin.
A whimsical note describes Mrs Bug My marrying Mr Spider and his ability to carry many bundles during Christmas shopping. The playful fragment hints at domestic life with a spider pair preparing gifts.
The article warns of a Mexican bean beetle invasion spreading through the southern U.S. threatening bean crops. It describes the pest as a formidable bandit and notes widespread damage to beans as the invasion progresses.
Milwaukee Sentinel discusses the word hysteria tracing its Greek womb origin and argues it labels emotional behavior as inherently female. The piece notes men called hysterical are deemed acting on impulses seen as acceptable in women but not in men.
A 2,758 person study by Dr. A W Schoenleber for the Standard Oil medical department reports racial differences in resistance to dental decay. Afro-Americans Polish and Austrian Jewish groups show higher proportions of perfect teeth, while English German Danish Norwegian Swedish groups show weaker resistance. Irish subjects rank lowest.
Questioned why Hoover sent corn to Russia rather than wheat. Secretary of Commerce answered that one dollar buys more calories in corn, about double the calories per dollar in wheat, and the statement was quoted from Behind the Mirrors.
Local notes from Monmouth include Elkton visitor Mrs W F Daniel staying with Mrs Mack, Principal Gooding absent ill, and Thomas Boulden dying after an operation in Portland. Civic club discussed county library funding with the budget board in Dallas. J Wedekind opens Main Street store. Monmouth Grange elected officers for 1923 and planned Christmas activities including a street tree and Golden Rule class event.
Community events note a Monmouth basketball duel with City in the Normal gym Friday week. The Ladies' Aid and Dorcas groups plan charitable efforts including packing for Walla Walla Old Folk's Home and a church bazaar that raised over 200 dollars.
Platinum wedding rings prove more durable than gold, with superior wear resistance and lasting shine. Jewelry experts note platinum's strength helps preserve intricate designs while gold bands show more visible scratches and thinning over time.
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