Krebs Hop Yard Sold for Cash
The Krebs hop yard near Salem was transferred Monday by John Carmichael to Eastern Hop Company in a cash deal thought to be the largest ever in the area. The yard, owned by Krets Brothers for years, employs many workers and will boost local commerce as J A McCorkle of Salem arrives to plan the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Carmichive
Balen
Wigall
Hieharivon & Co
Loddon
Higland
Cirrintellac
Wenrumview
Allive
Gall le
Kreta Brothers
Royal
Llidgpewderoe
aeVera
Howard
Hinds
Tadd & Bush Bom
Salem
Krobbe Brothere
Pat, Wien, Richardson, & Co
Germany
Hope
Wigett Hop Yard
Independence
Oregon
J. A. McCorkle
Dante's Inferno Shown At Star Theater To Large Crowd
Dante's Inferno presented at the Star theater with strong imagination and vivid descriptions of sin against God. Messel's Nelson Hedkle offer a clever class of entertainments, drawing large nightly crowds and noting the venue was crowded beyond capacity.
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Dante
Hell
Star Theater
Messel's
Nelson & Hedkle
The
Star
Teacher Browne to Return to Independence for First Grade
Miss Kora H Browne resumes duties in Independence after a Lyons return. She will resign from Lyons February 18 and Crowley will teach the first grade in Independence in her stead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kora H. Browne
Bee
Lyons
Crowley
Independence School
Independence
Engaged
Indignation City poised for civic progress under new mayor
After assuming office last week Mayor Hloridine outlines plans for water works, street paving, sewer system expansion, and establishment of grade lines. He pledges economical city administration and a push for improvements to unite the Union and boost Independence’s standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hloridine
Eldridge
Ely
Abiliy
Oregon Debates Set Amid Leap Year Plan and Prospects
The University of Oregon eyes a victory over Utah in the Intercollegiate debates with A J Jones and P C Crocker named as contenders under coach Ray Johnson. Leap year dances are proposed to boost student turnout and profits for the event amid rising interest as debate season nears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Oregon
University of Utab
Utah
Ray Johnson
Oregon
A. J. Jones
Newberg
P. C. Crocker
Pendestor
Oregon University
Molalla Trades Expand With Shop Purchases and Move
A. W. Russell of Molalla buys C. Williams’ South Main blacksmith shop and gains Williams’ half interest in the Jim Hilliard shop. Russell also owns a Molalla machine shop and plans to move and open a full service machine shop this spring to handle all kinds of machine work.
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A. W. Russell
Molalla
C. ©. Williams
South Main Street
Mr. Williams
Jim Hilliard
Mr. Russell
Unexpected Departure of T. J. Stansberry from Los Angeles
Uniexpectedly departed T. J. Stansberry of Los Angeles who has been staying a few weeks at his sister-in-law Mrs M B Stainsberry took his 2:45 rain Sunday departure for the sunny south. His departure was almost as sudden as his arrival.
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T. J. Stansberry
Los Angeles
Cal
M. B. Stainsberry
Wilson eyes Idaho visit on business proposition
F A Wilson plans a trip to Idaho this week to review a local business proposal. If the deal proves satisfactory he will relocate his family there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. A. Wilson
Idaho
Silver thaw grips Willamette Valley with floods and refrozen roads
The Willamette Valley endures a severe silver thaw with rain and sleet, high river levels, and disrupted ferry service. No major damage reported yet. fall plowing benefits from the mild spell though flooding may affect river bottoms and local transportation.
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Portland
Willamette Valley
Chiat
Independence
Witlamutte
Enst
Bervier
Black Rock
Auction at Beyong Farm Draws Notables In Snohomish
Moss Walker and others attended the Beyong farm auction last Saturday. Moss Wiker claimed a better day for ducks, buying several chickens intended for his mother, but the hotel clerk misjudged the birds at dinner.
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Sam Irvine
W. Percival
Hanuk Mattison
Moss Walker
Chet Long
Nate Jones
J. BE. Hubbard
Beyong Farm
Moss Wiker
Hotel Cartonist
Moss
W. R. C. Installs Officers At Annual Meeting
The W. R. C. held its annual installation on Saturday January 6 presenting Pres Mrs Mittie Pelzer V Pres Mrs Gather Morgen J V Pres Mrs Ida Phillips Treasurer Miss L M Ewing Con Mrs Sarah Jarvin Guard Mrs Lydia Howard Asst Guard Mrs Jessie Bleinder and installing Miss Lorna M Ewing as installing officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gibson W. R
Independence National Bank elects officers and porkkeepers
At the annual stock holders meeting Tuesday H. Hirschberg was re elected president D W Sears was re elected vice president and W Irvile re elected cashier McSaers. DeArmor Heath and Mix were chosen as porkkeepers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence National Bank
H. Hirschberg
D. W. Sears
W. Irvile
McSaers
DeArmor Heath and
Mix
Elmer Meltger Builds Two Houses on Fourth Street
Elmer Meltger has completed two new houses on Fourth Street and finished the remaining work.
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Elmer Meltger
Fourth Street
Independence Schools Grow as Population Demands Increase
A county report by Superintendent H C Beymons shows a near one percent rise in school age children and an added 447 pupils. Crowded Independence schools push the board to hire another teacher while housing shortages force families into stores and office spaces. Local taxation rates are cited as a potential incentive for investment to ease housing needs.
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H.C. Beymons
Independence
Renger
Spsuiding Logging Company
Fiother
Oregon Power Co Announces Card Billing System
The Oregon Power Co announces that from Feb 1 1912 it will bill residence customers by postal card for light and water. Patrons are asked to pay at Independence National Bank, arranged to handle payments for convenience, replacing the earlier plan to collect at the company office on Main Street south end.
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Oregon Power Co
Independence National Bank
Main St
Bank
Surveyors Map Possible Falls City Railroad Line
A. L. Porter of Falls City with surveyors checked feasibility for a railroad from the Falls City timber belt to the city. The plan is tied to Falls City Lumber Co completing the line if their Independence mill is established.
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A. L. Porter
Falls City
Ely
Falls City Timber Belt
Musical Instruction Offered by Bela Lynch
Vocal and instrumental lessons available at six cents per season. Apply to Miss Bela Lynch at Mrs. Bildwin’s home or call Home phore 6311.
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Piensa
Bela Lynch
Local Residents Visit From Friday To Tuesday In Lebanon
Mr and Mrs S H McElmurry visited Lebanon from Friday until Tuesday. They report business lively in the thriving Linn County city. Clinton Bowers of Ashland is in the city looking after his interests. C W Tharp, long resident of Portland, has returned to Independence to make his home here indefinitely.
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Mra. S. H. M¢Eimurry Visied
Lebanon
Linn County
Clinton Bowers
Ashiend
C. W. Tharp
Portland
Independence
Poultrymen Meet at Polk County Show in Dallas
The Polk County Poultry Show held in Dallas last Wednesday drew wide interest with Independence representatives showcasing fine birds. Several sales occurred at good prices and many hatchery orders were placed. The next union meeting is planned for Independence, with high likelihood it will be the chosen host city.
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Polk County
Dallas
Reading
Dallas Men Escape Serious Injury In Early Evening Wreck
Two men from Dallas were injured when their car, speeding toward Salen, slipped on a rough road and slammed into a roadside stump near Hialinee. Julie suffered serious injuries while the occupants were thrown into the mud. They were brought back to town for repairs, and Lee Whitcomb was sent to recover the vehicle. The crash was described as a narrow escape with no further harm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Salen
Julie
Lee Whitcomy
Tax Outlook Signals Higher State and County Levies
Reports on state and county finances forecast higher taxes this year with state taxes likely to double and county levies rising due to school funding needs. Citizens may find relief as city taxes are four mills lower than in recent years.
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Independence
Farmhouse Fire Destroys Ennis Waltz Residence
The farm house of Ennis Waltz near Sidney on the Marion county side of the river burned Wednesday night last week. The home and its contents were destroyed with no insurance, and losses are around one thousand dollars.
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Ennis Waltz
Sidney
Here
Marion County
Independence High School Falls to Newberg 2 to 4
The Independence High School basketball team lost Saturday night to Newberg. The Athletic Club also fell at Salem in a game against Capital Business College.
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Independence High School
Newberg
Salem
Capital Business College
Notice to Swine Breeders Poland Ching Boar at Farm
Notice to swine breeders for service at Mer win Hop Farm Independence Oregon. Billy Bumper No 175031 sired by Silver Tip No 147393 Dam Peach Blosom No 344930 bred by Fred Mosler October 18 1910 sold to Thos Brunk Salem Oregon January 20 1911 transferred to H Lalaberty Independence Oregon March 13 1911. This is one of the best boats in Oregon at your service.
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Poland
Billy Bumper
Fred Mosler
Thos, Brunk
Salem
Oregon
H. Lalaberty
Independence
Merwin Hop Farm
Independence Eyes New Lumber Mill Prospect
Falls City Lumber Company representatives visited Independence to tour mill sites and discuss a possible 100000 feet per day lumber mill. Local Commercial Club hosts reported strong interest and potential for a major manufacturing project benefiting the Willamette Valley city.
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Nlte
Independence
Falls City
Mesars
Becher
Cobb and
Willamette Valley
Citzens
Oregon
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Krebs
John Carmichael
Eastern Hop Company
W.R. C
Ndependence
J. M. McCaleb
M. McCaleb
C Street Independence
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