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Newspaper

Independence Enterprise

Location

Independence, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1909

Page

8

Orchestra Dance In Opera House Saturday Night

An orchestra dance is planned at the opera house this city Saturday night January 10. Everyone is invited. The column notes several local visits and social calls including Frankie Hayler of Dallas visiting Independence friends and Myrtle Hastings of Alrile visiting Aunt Mrs. Perle Hedges.

Frankie Hayler Dallas Independence Mise Myrtle Hastings Alrile Perle Hedges Opera House Independence Orchestra

J H Lawrence Seeks Replacement for Lost Horse

J H Lawrence reports a valuable horse lost a few days ago and is in the market for a replacement. He asks for offers from anyone who has a horse for sale. Miss Geneva Wilcox departed Monday for Spokane to visit Eastern Oregon and Washington cities.

J. H. Lawrence Geneva Wilcox Spokane Oregon Washington

Mulkey in Dependence and Oregon Poultry Meeting

Mr Huston Mulkey of Monmouth county noted as the efficient road master in the county during a visit to Independence. Last week events included the Oregon state assessors association meeting from the 12th to 14th and the 14th annual Oregon State Poultry Association convention in Portland.

Huston Mulkey Monmouth Country Independence Mulkey Oregon State Assessors’ Association Oregon State Poultry Association Portland

Roseburg club opens new home with statewide guest list

The Roseburg Commercial Club celebrated the opening of its new club building with guests from across Oregon and an elaborate banquet by the ladies auxiliary. A letter from near Madras described 40 below zero Northwest weather and a frozen face on a return trip. C P Bowman of Heho Oregon seeks cattle for dairy use in Independence country, while L W Wann moves with his father to Roosevelt Washington to run a large ranch and Mrs Wann joins him.

Roseburg Commercelal Club Madras Crook County D. G. Dove Northwest Territory C. P. Bowman Heho Oregon Independence Country Mr. Bowman L. W. Wann Independence Roosevelt Washington Mrs. Wann

Williams Brother Guests In Independence This Week

Wm Williams, brother of members of the Williams Drig Company, visits Independence this week as a guest of his brothers. Pec reports bitter water on the Luckiamute in the Alt- He country. No damage yet and crest likely reached due to reduced rains in recent days.

Wm. Williams Williams Drig Company Independence Pec Alt- He

Riddell Checks Bridge After High Water Visit

William Riddell of Monmouth county visited the Enterprise office this week to inspect the bridge during the high water. He expressed confidence in the structure and noted the cold snap likely damaged orchards and crops.

William Riddell Monmouth Enterprise Riddell

Dance plans spark social event in Marion town

B C Finn of Marion visits Independence with old friend Phillip Drexler. They once ran a Marion business together and Finn expects strong prospects in the valley and suggests Marion South Dakota holds close countryside potential.

C. Finn Marion Independence Phillip Drexler Flinn South Dakota

Real estate broker D W Cummins opens office in Independence

D W Cummins recently arrived from Newberg has opened a real estate office in Independence. He brings his family and plans to make Independence his permanent home. An experienced real estate man, he is expected to develop a thriving local business and contribute to the town’s growth.

D. W. Cummins Newberg Mr. Cummins

Miss Clara Earhart Favored in Alaska Yukon Trip Contest

Miss Clara Earhart, a candidate for the Alaska Yukon trip, is meeting strong favor in the Evening Telegram contest. She polled 20 000 votes last Friday and will compete in a large district where winning would bring great honor and a meritorious race.

Clara Earhart Alaska-Yukon Evening Telegram Alask Miss Earhart

Regular church services and Epworth League meeting at Methodist

Regular services will be held at the Methodist church next Sunday with Sunday school at 10 o clock and spreading at 7 30 p m. A 6 30 p m meeting invites all young people not in other societies to organize an Epworth League. Men are especially invited and all are welcome. Harry Mc Cain, Pastor.

Methodist Methodist Church Epworth League Harry McCain

Family reunion marks 33rd anniversary near Monmouth

J F Smith of the Luckinmute river area hosts a holiday gathering with his wife and children Rosa B E Roy at home. Siblings F Smith of Highland Ed Tedrow and Minnie Whiteaker of Dallas join the event to celebrate the couple's 33rd wedding anniversary.

J. F. Smith Monmouth Luckinmute Smith Rosa BE Roy F. Smith Highland Ed Tedrow Dallas Minnie Whiteaker

Local Businesses Advertise Services and Goods

The page lists dentist offices Dr Allin and Dr Duganne at local banks and buildings, Irvine and Wade & Co grocery and hardware items, reading glasses, theater notice, harness repairs, Oliver plows and engines, and rubber boots with prices. It shows a cluster of small ads for shops in Independence and nearby.

Oliver Wade & Co

Independence Opera House Sale Listing

A sale notice for the Independence Opera House in Independence Ore. The listing promises complete readiness to start business with information available by calling Munleman in Independence.

Munleman Independence Ore

Wanted to Buy One or Two Good Work Horses

J. H. Lawrence of Independence Oregon advertises for sale two or fewer well broke work horses. Cash paid. Location north end foot bridge near Independence. Days listed include Tuesday Thursday and Saturday with matinee and evening Sunday show times.

Wonderland Theatre J. H. Lawrence Independence Oregon North End

Good double set second hand harness for sale

Nearly new harness offered by J. H. Lawrence at the north end foot bridge in Independence Oregon. Trade possible for a wagon.

J. H. Lawrence North End Foot Bridge Independence Oregon

Local Shooting Ad Claims Fast-Palling Prices

An OCR fragment advertises firearms with a sales pitch that prices will rise in spring. Mentions Conkey, Walker and Leh man as names. The note is promotional and lacks clear event details or locations.

New Coffins and Burial Robes Promoted by H I Jasperson

Special line of caskets and coffins offered for Catholic, G A R and secret orders. Burial robes announced as part of a new funeral supply line obtained by H I Jasperson.

Catholica H. I. Jasperson

Kodol Digestive Aid Promoted by Local Vendor

Advertising note touts Kodol as a remedy for indigestion. Promoter D. G. Dove claims it digests all food if taken for a while, noting pleasant taste and prompt action.

D. G. Dove

Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup Soothes Cough

Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup tastes agreeable and helps the cold by gently moving the bowels. It soothes throat irritation and stops the cough. Sold by D. G Dove.

Kennedy D. G Dove

Sale of My Drug Store by B G Dove to Williams Drug Co

Independence Ore Jan 1 1909 notice that I have sold my drug store to The Williams Drug Co All outstanding accounts up to date are due and payable at the Williams Drug Co office Accounts owed by me will be paid on presentation of bill at the Williams Drug Co office by B G Dove

Independence Ore Williams Drug Co Williams Drus Co B. G. Dove

DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Advertisement

Medicine ad for DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills claiming relief for weak back backache rheumatic pains and kidney and bladder troubles. Describes soothing antiseptic effects and price regular size 50 cents. Sold by D G Dove.

DeWitt D. G. Dove

Tillman Spotlighted In Senate Speech Defense

Senator Tillman remains in public spotlight during a health constrained defense speech in the senate. He rebukes Roosevelt, cites Tennyson and Spencer, and accuses the president of overreach while vowing to confront true character and defend his own.

Tillman Senate Congress Tennyson Theodore Roosevelt United States Spencer

Organizing Linn County Fruit Growers Union

A Linn county Fruit Growers Union will be organized in Albany this week with a Friday formation expected at a Linn County Horticultural Society convention at the Courthouse. Plans include packing and marketing Linn county fruit on a scientific basis and adopting a uniform label to establish a regional product reputation. Speakers include Wilbur K. Newall Gaston president of the State Board of Horticulture H M Williamson Portland secretary of the State Board and Millard C. Lownsdale Lafayette president of the Willamette Valley Apple Growers Association.

Wilbur K. Newall Gaston State Board of Horticulture H. M. Williamson Portland Millard C. Lownsdale Lafayette Williamette Valley

Salem growers and officials plan county horticulture meeting

Growers Association L T Roywolla of Salem and Marion County representative. Al Park Salem Horticultural Commissioner from the Second District. Albany Commercial Club aids Lind County Horticultural Society plans for the meeting. Manager Dasent distributing invitations to 20 fruit growers in the county.

Various Oregon News Items Highlight Dockets and Local Purposes

Joseph D. Mages appointed postmaster at Lakeside. Miles Carter case surged to second degree charges in Grants Pass. A. Vincent Dolgate of Corvallis now Halsey, Congrem, pays a bill. J. Holmes of Salem seeks $500 reimbursement for improvements on land taken in boundary dispute of Warm Spring Native reservation. State game warden reports about 90 convictions yielding over $3000 to state. Oregon City Odd Fellows offer reward for body of Charles B.E. Midjam drowned in Willamette. Mrs. Hawley named chair of nomination committee by Congressional Club in Washington. Oregon legislature to consider repeal of prizefighting law and allow limited matches. Will Steel of Portlandia seeks Crater Lake lands lease for resort. Interior plans 10-year lease. Governor Chamberlain to pardon Courtland Green in case of John Linn driving horses from Eastern Oregon. Pioneer Day features include Homecoming Day and a pioneer reunion during the Rose Festival June 7–12, shifting Pioneer Day to June 7.

Congrem J. Holmes Salem Warm Spring Chamberlain Courtland Green Lane County John Linn Oregon Green Portland

Best at Conkey Walker Lob men s Shoes

Pair of shoes advertised for snow melt season at Conkey Walker Lob store. Customer urged to call and collect a good pair. Mention of men s footwear highlights selection and urgency. Deals and pricing implied by regional ad language.

Conkey Walker & Lob

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Come Mrs P. H. Drexler Owle Bruce Miller Kings Valley Mies Rose Lehwianen Charles Irvine C. L. Prichard Five Hundred C. D. Butler J. F. O'Donnell Pacific Northwest Orchestra Le 10 Dr. Allin Cooper Bldg Irvine Dr. Duganne Independence National Bank Kramer's. U Agig R. M. Wade & Co 3. Muhleman Stl Conkey, Walker & Lehman Castoria Joseph D. Mages Lakeside Will Mack Grants Pass Miles Carter A. Vincent Dolgate Corvallis If Halsey Oregon City Oddfellows Charles BE. Midjam Willamette River Oregon City LD. O Deve By Co. V Tthe Agricultural Division The Iowa State College Dencon Illinois Cort Show Springfield University of Illinois Polk County Independence Enterprise the Progressive Paper the House Furnishing Company Liberty Street Salem, Oregon
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