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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1911
Page
4
The notice lists subscription terms for The Hunterprise with annual and shorter plans. Rates show one year in advance 1.50, six months 50, and three months 31.50 for various delivery options. Sample copies are free on application.
The Enterprise editor invites subscribers to send opinions on whether to publish broad news and editorials or focus on local items. The editor pledges to publish strong articles while keeping readers informed, asking for community input and dialogue.
Report describes widespread forest fires in Northern Ontario destroying timber and killing livestock and people. Residents flee through South Porcupine as fires rage, with damage described as vast and blamed on careless campers or farmers burning brush. Authorities urge caution to preserve remaining timber resources.
The National Convention of Christian Churches in Portland impressed St A Long a Kansas City lumberman who pledged 1 000 000 to support church work. He said the session was the best in the organization’s history aided by Oregon’s favorable climate making delegates comfortable and preventing fatigue.
The editor presents the University of Oregon General Register covering officers and alumni for 1873 through 1910. The publication notes the school’s notable past achievements and expected continued impact on Oregon and the nation in coming years.
Job ad offers expense money advanced for sales positions in Albany Oregon territory. Company Albany Nursing Inc invites inquiries for particulars and describes opportunity to earn more money through territorial sales.
The Enterprise appeals to unpaid subscribers to pay what is due, praising the circulating manager for handling dues. It notes an influx of new subscriptions and a goal of two thousand by year end, with a reward of two dollars for each ten new subscribers recruited by under fifty year olds. Mr. and Mrs. Roschlica of Portland visited Independence and dined with Mr. and Mrs. Bice before returning home.
Lewis M. Blankenship born October 2 1941 in Fayette county Ti entered life’s arena married to Jane M Downs. Eleven children born nine living include J N Stark W J Thomason L G Blankenship John Blankenship James Blankenship Mire W W Paterson Ma Mre AT Steel Zadok Charles. Died July 16 aged 66 years 9 months 14 days in Bwene buried Independence I O Q cemetery. Funeral at Stark home Elder H Campvetl Clark officiated.
Mr Charles T. Bascue of Missouri, now in Independence, displayed fine onion specimens from his garden. He planted in winter, onions stayed green, and mature items weighed about a pound. He travels to boost the country and praises local prospects.
Dr D N McInturff editor of the Enerprise was invited to fill the Presbyterian pulpit in Independence for both morning and evening services on Sunday July 29. He accepted the call and was noted as having preached his first sermon as a child. He graduated at 26 with four diplomas and has traveled widely including missionary work inJanad.
Mr Harris, a fireman on the dredger, drowned and his body remains missing as his wife watched in grief. The accident is deeply deplored by all the crew, with Harris described as a faithful and efficient worker.
The pastor reports the Living Word work continues beyond special meetings and baptisms. A union meeting is anticipated under a pastor, with Sunday School at 10 a m Morning worship and Lord's Supper at 11 30 a m PB U meets at Main and a streets, children program at 8 p m.
Willamette Valley counties plan a joint exhibit at the State Fair in Salem featuring vegetables fruits and grasses. Representatives from Linn Marion Benton Polk Lane and Yamhill counties approve the program and will ship produce to five major east coast shows. The period highlighted includes the Burk’s Big Company production of Uncle Tom's Cabin as part of a national tour.
Citizens of Portand organize a stock company to bring Gypsie Smith, a noted evangelist, to Portland for a three week meeting. Mr Smulth has praised the preacher and urged travel from Ai] across the state so all who can attend hear this remarkable man. The Port land ministerial association has sought Smith for three years and finally secured his availability.
Read how Fetey Kidney Pills relieved Mrs H W Allen of swelling headaches nervous spells and leg aches after eight years of kidney trouble. Sold through Williams Drug Co. Chicago. Hill Interests plan 25 million in state railroad extensions and feeder lines to boost mileage and development. W O W to arrange free fair transport for Woodman Day September 12 at district meeting in Salem.
Salem's leading dry goods store in the Willamette Valley highlights merit quality and style. It touts the big volume of business as the reason for low profits and growing store size while inviting customers to compare prices.
Local sale advertises evening wear shirts and accessories with quick polling style pricing. Items include silk outfits at yard sale prices with discounts from 49 cents and up.
10000 yards of this season's dress goods marked down for a sale. Find new in dresses, coats, skirts and waists priced to move. Yard 25 cents. Limited stock, act now.
Bargain millinery sale features hats reduced to about $2.50, $2.95 and $3.50 with many styles available at affordable prices. The advertisement emphasizes limited time and low prices on fashionable headwear.
Modern women’s suits offered at half price as the store clears out spring styles. Prices drop to $8, $8.50, and $10.50 with remaining stock marked down to $12.50 and up. Clearout emphasizes new season stock and end of season savings.
Local shop announces reduced prices on dress skirts shirt valets middy blouses embroidered white dresses silk dresses wool dresses and house dresses. Savings expected across all women’s garments with limited stock and seasonal clearance.
We offer vast stock of Percalen Calicoes and Ginghallas at new yard bulk rates. Large selection includes colored Washi and white goods with low prices. Limited yards remain at these savings. shop early for best picks.
An ad announces 1000 yards of wash white goods and a complete selection available. It advertises special prices in various units, inviting customers to choose any kind they want at reduced rates.
The advertisement lists muslin garments underwear laces embroideries cosmetics parasols suits camels? maualine of all kinds silk and kip gloves and men’s goods of all kinds.
Seventy acres nearly all cultivated two miles from Independence with 60 acres in crop. Includes four cows, timber, harness, waxel and other equipment. Offered by Folk County Real Estate Co in Independence Oregon for 7000 dollars with favorable terms.
A Polk County Real Estate Company advertises 84 acres of fine soil in crops on a splendid road three miles from town. The owner, a hollow timber maker, dislikes farming and is offering the property with other personal property. If taken soon the crop may be sold at 65 dollars per acre, with excellent terms and a quick sale expected.
Hanna Brothers advertise a full line of quassia chips and whale oil soap for spraying hops and invite customers to place orders or obtain service.
Sealed bids for building a school house in district No 27 Oak Point Polk county Gregan must be received by July 26. Plans and specifications are on file with the County Superintendent of schools and at Hanna Bros Hardware Independence. Board meets July 26 at 8 pm to open bids and may reject all bids. M H Richards Clerk.
An old Rexall advertisement invites readers troubled by indigestion to buy Texan Dyspepain Tiblets. The product contains Bismuth Subnitrate and Pepsin, praised as proven to ease irritable stomachs, aid digestion, promote nutrition, and provide comfort. Trial with money-back guarantee offered, three sizes priced 25 cents, 10 cents, and $1.00 at Rexall stores.
Mr John Jay an esteemed local resident suffered heat exposure at the post office this week and was unconscious for several minutes. He is slowly recovering.
A car on the Oregon Trunk line jumped the track last week and plunged down a 40 foot embankment. Only one death is reported, with seventeen injured. Many passengers and others fell with the train but escaped serious harm.
Advert reads Foley Kidney Pills as relief for kidney and bladder issues with strong, lasting effects. Sold by Willams Drug Co, promising steady results and renewed strength.
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