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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1909
Page
4
The Independence Enterprise urges Polk County residents to unite for city and county progress. It argues organized effort can attract homeseekers, fund development, and overcome inaction by those who avoid community involvement.
The 1908 value of all U S farm products reaches 7.778 billion dollars, the highest on record and about 300 million more than 1907. Over ten years U S farmers produced around 60 billion dollars in goods, with corn, cotton, hay, wheat, oats, sugar, potatoes, tobacco and hops leading.
A debate rages over Kellaher's bill to force bedstead lengths of nine feet and sheets to match. Critics say self regulation would suffice and question Oregon's choice of lawmakers who push bans on hat pins over ten inches. A further proposal threatens a ten to one hundred dollar penalty for each oath spoken before women, sparking outrage over sensitivity and free expression.
The Roosevelt hunting expedition in South Africa is described as enlightening to science. Specimens unique to African fauna will join the Smithsonian Institution, attracting students of animal creation. Humane societies petition the president to abandon the hunt, and a copy of that petition is printed in another column.
The Spmand Journal suggests locating a large normal school at Gladstone with affordable land, while the Salem Statesman backs placing the soldiers' home, the state university and Corvallis college in Portland for overall happiness and efficiency.
Fragmentary text hints at a plan to consolidate with a broader update and approach the public regarding George E hide from a distant broad group. The passage is incomplete and lacks clear events or identifiers.
A western judge granted divorce citing temper and bad breath. An ad for Dr King’s New Life Mille claims to cure constipation, relieve liver trouble, temper, dispel chills, and banish headaches, available at all druggists.
Weir traveled to Portland from Kin Alflin with about 1 ton of cattle, receiving five counts while praising Rural Spirit. He recalls selling a two year old Hereford heifer in Dallas for 1200 pounds with a 24 percent dressing. The butcher balked at 44 cents per pound but deemed the carcass cheap after processing.
Foley's Kidney Remedy promises to correct irregularities and cure kidney and bladder disorders. P. M. Kirkland endorses its use to prevent nephritis and related complications from neglect.
A kitchen range at Frank Jackson’s farm residence six miles beyond Athens exploded due to sudden thawing of the hot water attachment. The stove was torn to fragments and two doors shattered. Mrs. Jackson suffered serious burns and narrowly escaped death.
Brave fire laddies treat burns and wounds with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve which drives out pain and aids healing. It is promoted as the earth’s greatest heal er for burns scalds wounds cuts and bruises and promises instant relief. Available at druggists for 25 cents.
The Yami hill county district reports 140 teachers with average salaries of 46 dollars for women and 68 dollars for men. There are 5947 school age children, up 313 from last year. The county has 82 school houses valued at 155205 dollars.
A circuit court jury last week awarded the plaintiff seven thousand dollars in the Krebs-Livesley loop case. The verdict concludes the civil action heard in the circuit court.
Wison Mundue of Buena Vista was adjudged insane and sent to the asylum last week. He came to Independence county last fall, worked during hop picking in Wolf's yard, then lived near Buena Vista. He believes three men pursue him with intent to rob and murder.
Polk's Gazetteer provides a descriptive sketch of each city town and village in Oregon and Washington along with location shipping facilities and a classified directory of businesses and professions compiled by R L Polk and Co Seattle.
The Treasury Department Comptroller of the Currency certifies The Independence National Bank of Independence Polk County Oregon is authorized to extend its corporate existence until close of business January 7 1920 under the National Bank act of July 12 1882. The certification is dated January 7 1909 with signature of Comptroller Lawrence Murray.
A brief plea urges readers to subscribe or pay what they can toward their paper. It notes that expiration dates appear printed on the issue, reminding subscribers to renew or continue support.
In Monmouth students prepare for the end of term with senior dress, junior-sophomore reception, and a joint class gathering. Sport highlights include a 22 to 7 win over Capital Business College with Iva Hixon and Mignon Burt starring. A cantata and the canteen pageant amused audiences as police praised marching.
A personal reflection from Daly to Catholic Standards and Times asks about devotion, work and courage. The message expresses longing for guidance, mentions friendship with Lilshman and Uesug, and seeks comfort amid doubt and slow progress. The style mirrors a community newspaper voice.
Advertises Foley's Money and Tar as a remedy for coughs colds croup and whooping cough claiming it is the only safe sale remedy containing nepates or narcotic drugs. Warns mothers to keep Foley's Honey and Tar in the house. Kirkland FPM listed.
The fragment mentions gold leaf supply and a Philadelphia city hall tower, an explosion near Hiambie Texas revealing a tree from deep ground, experiments to alter river water in Boiylkit and sanity checks on wire fairs. It references currencies, trade, and foreign exhibitions without coherent events.
General Secretary John R. Mott reports about 2000000 members in world Christian movements. The revival study movement in the U S aims for 175000 enrollments this year after 17000 six years ago. The Kansas City Salvation Army plans a 100000 project but starts only after 50000 cash is secured. German Methodists run a Santa Claus Indiana camp tabernacle and hold annual meetings. A Los Angeles church clearing house will track winter movers to place them in local congregations.
Manager Fred Clarke adds two veteran outfielders May Thomas and Spike Shannon to his roster. Jiggs Do not live bis remains unclear. Clarence Owens, umpire of the American Association, joins President Pulliam's squad. Jesse Tannehill's shoulder and two ribs, displaced in an old accident, explain his diminished form and potential revival. Victor Willis has pitched well for the Pirates but lacks run support.
English Etchings notes two peerages extinct yearly in England and recalls Edwardian compulsory bow and arrow defense. It discusses plaster portraits molded as bas reliefs and claims an expert can mold one in forty five miles. It also covers English women entering pharmacy, library book usage in Liverpool, and high reference use in libraries.
The New York Herald notes NYC requires 15 200 stenographers for city offices and reports two people married each eleven minutes. It cites eggs consumption of two per person daily, claims Manhattan is the world’s most densely populated island with about 9 150 persons per square mile. It also notes rapid city growth with about 1000 millionaires now versus 30 a quarter century ago.
A fragmentary exchange where one speaker recalls a dear friend by voice and manner. The other notes a difference: unlike the friend, this speaker has no money to lend. The brief sketch focuses on character contrast and a strained lending dynamic.
A wary man questions the health of drafts while examining several health failures. A border replies in a formal, tense mood that the drafts strip away funds, leaving him unable to meet the coming demands as they gather.
A traveler and guide discuss a dry gleaming wasteland and the mythical Toohoobee river. The traveler asks if rain-filled waters avoid getting wet and warped, prompting a wry remark on the river’s notion.
A dialogue snippet shows two speakers, Phy and another, debating self admiration. One asks why and the other replies that others cannot see the reason, implying self-regard is the core of the exchange. The fragment hints at character dynamics and internal viewpoint.
In a brief exchange two speakers discuss forming a newsboys quartet. They imagine a novel act and consider singing in Geel, signaling early planning for a local performance or fundraiser.
A terse remark quoted in a local column shows a conversation about a person named Brown. The quote suggests a personal familiarity with Brown and hints at an emotional or sensitive context.
A reader notes holiday shopping stress as vendors push discounts despite rising costs. Shoppers seek value while navigating frequent recalls and sketchy sale tactics during the Christmas rush.
The Portland Chamber of Commerce bills resolutions to fund a Rail Road Commission challenge to Interstate Commerce rate hikes. The Girls' Collegiate Debating League of Oregon forms with officers from Albany College and others. Frank Jennies, tied to the green goods ring, is jailed in Grants Pass after posing as a deputy U.S. marshal. linked to Bertha Gordon, the Marshfield murder case, and counterfeiting rumors.
A fragment advises giving children red buttons and pocket handkerchiefs. It suggests using a familiar look to remind them of their fathers and states the children seem harmless and would likely have better taste in years to come.
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