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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1909
Page
8
A series of notes records visits and arrivals in Independence Salem Monmouth and nearby areas. Guests include Wea Perry Laura Craven Nellie Albecker and many others visiting for the weekend or on short trips. The Independence basketball team prepares for a Chemawa game while local social events unfold with Knights of Pythias members visiting Salem lodge.
Sunday school at 16 A. M with the Pista class led by Professor Kirk. Preaching at 11 A. M and 7 30 P. M Epworth League at 6 20 P. M led by Miss Spangle. All meetings invited. Harry McCain pastor. Mrs Viola Sloper Hall visiting Sloper Bros near this city after a stay in Medford Oregon.
A monthly pension was raised to 12 dollars for H. C. Fox of Richreaul through the efforts of Congressman W. C. Hawley.
William Frederickson, who recently sold out in Falls City, has purchased a ranch near Tillamook and traveled there to establish his future home.
In Justice F K Hubbard's court George Gardner and Charles Mc Sherry of Falls City were fined $60 each for killing deer out of season. They pleaded not guilty but later deferred their plea, expecting leniency from the judge.
A call from Independence advocates forming a commercial club, emphasizing strong public support and unity. The piece warns against dwelling on past failures and stresses inspiration, attendance at the upcoming meeting, and dedication to the city’s economic future.
The Enterprise announces a forthcoming premium with a year’s subscription, offering a free one year subscription to Human Life, a Boston magazine, valued at $1.00. Homer Davenport stories and cartoons will feature this year, detailing his life and early environment. Next week’s issue will carry the complete announcement.
Bud Alexander and family visited Independence Thursday evening as A Hamann sold two fat beeves there. Highland’s boom continues with Joe Laundree repainting his farm and adding repairs. A horsebuyer in Independence conducted brisk business with Highland purchases including a bay draft mare for 225 dollars and a team with harness for 425 dollars. Joe Laundree, C E Nash and others conducted business Saturday and Monday. Shafer girls left for home after weeklong visit. Rickreall school inquiries rise. Gail Alexander visited Albany with grandmother. May sale drawn buyers. Hamann bought a horse. F W Smith and wife bought a highquality horse at Portland. Little girl of L E Stapleton ill with croup and heavy cold.
The Ladies' Aid Society of Greenwood and Oak Point met at Mrs. Cora Brooks residence last Friday. President Mrs. Belle Rodgers called the meeting to order and the group reported a good financial condition.
The report of secretary Miss Cora Knowles notes a meeting where Mrs G H Harris read an interesting paper and Mrs May Stooks gave a short talk. A dinner was served, regrets from Mrs John Young for her absence were read, and the afternoon focused on work before 4 pm adjournment. L G and T D Fuquay traveled from Salem to their Monmouth home on Thursday.
D H Simpson a merchant from Airlie spent a day or two this week in Independence.
J. W. Hobb a revenue inspector from Portland arrived this week for official business and inspection duties.
Dr Allie a dentist in Cooper Building discusses spraying materials from Williams Drug Co. 36 39 Dr Duganne a dentist over Independence National Bank advertises services A good pair of reading glasses $1.00 at Kramer's Roche Harbor lime best on earth for spraying Williams Drug Co 36 39 Harness repair by R M Wade Co Young Jersey cow for sale just fresh call on W F Campbell Independence
For sale a light wagon in near new condition. See John Robbins in Independence Oregon for details and viewing.
A claimed universal remedy lists Flu id Extract Dandelion, Compound Karyon, and Compound Syrup Sarvaparilla with amounts and directions to shake and take a teaspoon after meals and at night. It is described as a certain cure for backache kidney trouble weak bladder and urinary issues with claims of rapid kidney elimination and no stomach harm.
Laugh and the world will laugh with Wonderland Theatre marks a shift in leadership as new management takes over Worf remains a quirky label associated with the change.
An orchestra dance event, scheduled for Saturday night, February 6, has been postponed from the previously planned date. Organizers announce the new date to accommodate performers and attendees.
Local ad notes Wade Co offerings including Whips Robes and Sweat Pads in all sizes. Mentions Japanese ground sulphur in Nypen sacks and No Mat In your spray. Credits Williams Drog Co 36 39.
Arch Sloper and his brother visited town from the farm to fit up an automobile wood saw for use around the neighborhood sawing wool for farmers. They expect to return to Wilsonville soon to resume well drilling after bad luck and continue seeking a string of tools lost in a recent well.
An office advertises a range of legal blanks for sale including forms and templates for notices statements and court filings. The listing emphasizes availability and immediate purchase from the local office.
The Wonderland Theatre has opened under new management with an extra fine set of pictures and songs. Fortified by new leadership, it promises fresh entertainment options and matinee and evening showtimes.
Kodol for dyspepsia and indigestion does the ordinary work of the stomach. By taking a little Kodol every now and then you will not possibly have indigestion. Sold by The Williams Drug Co.
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