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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1917
Page
5
Independence Enterprise reports weekly publication details and subscription rates. It notes Southern Pacific freight car plans, rail regulation debates, economic gains in Umatilla and Oregon County, and infrastructure projects including highways, rail lines, and sugar limestone quarrying in Grants Pass.
Testimony by J. A. Beard of Coosa County links eight of ten prohibition supporters in his community to liquor retailing violations. Judge Henry D. Clayton lashes the hypocrisy in a federal court charge while noting Phillips was acquitted of revenue law violations. Beard testified as Phillips’ witness. The piece condemns enforcement excess and political hypocrisy in Alabama.
Calbreath and Jones advertise direct sale of butter cheese and eggs from their dairy farm offering fresh dairy products to local customers.
Miether Lins argues Portland's residents offer land but hesitate to invest in new industries. He says Oregon must educate capital holders to fund local enterprises, noting that modest investment could employ thousands and that free sites and bonuses won’t compensate for unworthy ventures.
Corey of the Oregon Utility Commission urges inserting a Public Convenience and Necessity clause into current utility laws. He notes states like California and Idaho use it to attract capital for power development and to safeguard the public. He warns that utility competition can be disastrous due to enormous capital and overhead costs, advocating reasonable rates for both corporations and users.
In Washington strong push for full crew legislation faces opposition from rail interests. The debate centers on limiting train crews by law versus requiring larger crews, with critics calling current practices wasteful while supporters cite safety and efficiency concerns amid westward development pressures.
The article argues that laws intended to ensure safety and public welfare often hinder productive activity. It contends ten out of ten laws fail to meet actual needs, raising operating costs and accident risk while slowing development and investment. Safer, clearer standards could improve efficiency and economy.
The article argues shipyards in Portland, now employing 6,000 to 10,000 workers across three plants plus additional facilities, may face disruption from a push for a closed shop. Employers refuse nonunion labor, threaten plant closures, while many workers enjoy high pay and shorter hours. A rights conflict and potential strike loom as agitators press for union-only hiring amid an industry crucial to the region.
Housewives face dry muffins from tough batter. KC Baking Powder uses two rates for moisture and heat to keep muffins light and moist, preventing soggy centers. The recipe yields 12 muffins and notes optional add ins and serving ideas.
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