Bourne land bill spurs debate in Independence newspaper
Independence Enterprise analyzes Senator Bourne’s plan to open vast arid Oregon lands to nonresident settlers. It argues the proposed bill would yield 320 acre tracts without residence or cultivation, risking public domain and fostering graft while claiming to aid homesteaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jor Bourne, Jr
Oregon
United States Senate
Jor Bourne
Or Bourne
Osteada
Sam
Bourne
Hourne
Las Bowen
Independence Enterprise
Wife Behind the Urn Prompts Domestic Devotion Ad Campaign
Ad copy markets Chase and Sanborn coffee with a home life theme. A quirkily phrased pledge links true comfort to the product. The piece ends noting sale by P. H. Drexler, leading grocer in Independence.
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Enterprise
Chase & Sanborn
P. H. Drexler
Grocer
Independence
Revival in Independence Brings Moral Unity and Hope
The Independence revivals over twelve weeks fostered broad conversions and a strengthened sense of community in Polk county. Pastor Taylor led organized efforts with personal workers and powerful sermons, drawing many to faith as families and neighbors urged attendance through repeated invitations. The events united residents in a common spiritual purpose and inspired a lasting, hopeful influence on the city’s moral fabric.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence
Polk County
Ife
Taylor
Sheridan Poast Office Sparks Ban Sparks Extended
The Sheridan Sun reports a council in Monmouth bans sparking at the post office. It argues limiting public sparks to homes would improve convenience for patrons and raise social standing in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monmouth
Sheridan Sun
Lebanon man denies gubernatorial candidacy on Democratic ticket
Mr. Miller of Lebanon declares there is nothing to the report that he will be a candidate on the Democratic ticket for governor at the next state election.
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Miller
Lebanon
Reason Enthroned and the Perils of Rich Meats
A historical note explains that excessive meat consumption leads to stomach troubles and biliousness, linking dietary excess to health concerns.
Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
An advertisement urges relief from stomach and liver discomfort with Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. It claims quick recovery and invites readers to visit P M Kirklands drug store for a sample.
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Chamberlain
P.M. Kirkland
Mixed Local Notes Include Weddings and Listings
A mix of notices from Independence and Sheridan covers a French milk cow for sale via C B Byxbee, a college visit by a local student, street numbering plans for Dallas, a January 9 marriage in McClearyville, and W A Whiteaker’s Sherman Park County investment visit asserting promising Polk County yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C B. Byxbee
Independence
Oregon
Serthaeetel College
Chas Kk
Dallas
Joe Billy
Annie Bargon
McClearyville
Washington
Methodist Church of
Jsroom
Whiteaker
Polk Cout Ly
Hilcots
Sheridan Sun
McKenzie Merry Makers Thrill City With In Wyoming
The McKenzie Merry Makers played in this city at the opera house Monday and Tuesday nights and were a decided success. Their four act comedy drama In Wyoming told the western cowboy Nfe story with catchy songs between acts and kept audiences entertained from start to finish.
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McKenzie Merry Makers
Opera House
Wyoming
Nfe
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Ore
the Observer
Pitt
Castoria
You N&o
Butler
Apoe
EDISC
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Singer Sewing Machines
Salem Music Company (Incorporated
L. F. Sava
Commercial St
Salem, Or
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