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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1910
Page
4
The Independence Enterprise reflects on time's passage and the 1910 Oregon era. It argues reforms expanding popular government and reducing privilege define the current age, while urging leaders to focus on public needs over personal interests.
The author urges Oregon farmers to avoid moving to Canada for cheap land. Warns of long winters and scarce water in northern areas, recounting past crop failures and cattle drives for water. Advises settling near Independence in the Willamette Valley for stable farming.
Senator Bourne files a sworn statement with the secretary of the state showing $621.30 spent in the last campaign to defeat Assembly candidates and aid the Presidential Preference Hill adoption. The report is part of the state record on campaign expenditures.
A call to support local Independence merchants to bolster community welfare. Encourages buying household necessities locally at fair prices to sustain schools churches and public institutions, noting how local earnings circulate and strengthen local commerce.
Mrs. Haight improved after a heart episode with Dr Staats called. Christmas tree events at Fairview and Parker schools drew many, with a well-received program and festive decor. Ethel Lewis finished school term and left for Lewisville. teaching duties for four months undecided. Many residents attended gatherings in Buena Vista Independence Wells and Corvallis with family and friends.
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