Governor Receives Large Petition at Independence High
A formal commencement program at Independence High School highlighted a petition and several graduates. Nine students including Ila, Havel Van Avery, Florie, Clarenie Rady, Faye Rath Girne, Myrtle, Scott, and Winona Wool were recognized, with an evening exhibit and entertainment. Principal J. T. Colling voiced changes and noted staff adjustments for the coming year as plans unfolded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence High School
Ila
Havel van Avery
Florie
Clarenie Rady
Faye Rath Girne
Myrtle
Scott
Winona
Coure
Misa Mana
Tate van
J. T. Colling
Tie
Columbia County
Mane
Mize Punkett
Deaih
Mia Boughey
Hors
Wheol
Edunstor
Enlary
Mises Minx
Boughey
Fyre
Salem
Wedding Crowns a Happy Union in Polk County
A May 20 ceremony at the bride’s parents home, officiated by Dr. Dunamore, joined Mary Purvine and C Brown in marriage. The groom is a respected Polk County farmer and the bride is well known in Independence, having grown up there. many friends extend best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nowr McNary
Mary Purvine
Mr. C. Brown
Dunamore
Polk County
Indepen
Estimable Independence Woman Zaidee Putnam
Salem notices announce the funeral for Zaidee Putnam of Indepen daughter of Mrs Putnam and wife of Mr Kel Years. Services will be conducted at Calvary Presbyterian Church in Salem with a Monday May 81 date and officers from Webb and Clough. Minor details indicate a later service in Dunsmore of Indepen. All invited to attend.
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Salem
Zaidee Putnam
Putnam
Indepen
Kel
Webb & Clough
Dunsmore
Calvary Presbyterian Church
Memorial Day Observances and Polk County Highway Controversy
Memorial Day activities unite Independence and Dallas with Spanish American and Civil War veterans and local youth at Monmouth. A large afternoon ceremony honors veterans led by Judge L C Harris. Separately Polk county residents petition Governor Olcott to enforce state law routing the Pacific highway, asserting county rights and readiness to pursue further action if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence
Land Army of the Republic
Woeman's Relief Corps
National Guards
Normal School
Monmouth
G. A. B. Hall
Woman's Relief
Cory
Company K
National Guard
Hoy
America
Finn
Naomi Hewitt
Marshall Pengra
Bong
Anns Johnson
Deill
Ruth Bennett
United States
Mike Mary Wilson
Lincoln
Gettsburg
George Arrell
Perry
Powell
L. C. Harris
Baene
Alee
Dallas
Ben W. Olcott Boor
State Highway Commission
Polk County
Andrew Muir
Oscar Hayter
E. C. Kirkpatrick
C. B. Sundberg
R. M. Walker
C. W. Irvine
C. G. Skinner
Arthur E. Horton
Parker
Hotel Beaver
Salem
Hayter
Highway Department
Highway Commission
Folk County
Dogs to Wear Tags Under 1919 Oregon Law
Sheriff urges immediate compliance with Oregon 1919 dog license act requiring tags for all dogs over eight months. Licensed dogs receive leather collars with numbers. unlicensed dogs may be killed by officers and owners fined. Damages for livestock killed or injured by dogs paid from license funds.
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John W. Orr
Oregon Legicalature
Board of County Commissioners
Lerk
Independence Boys Bring Home the Bacon
Independence edged Sheridan 7 runs to 3 with Stoltenberg stars on the mound and a strong team effort. Fans stayed away due to gas complaints but Denny Moore and Chet Hinkle fueled the crowd as Independence prepares for a Sunday rematch with Lalas visiting.
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Independence
Stoltenberg
Sheridan
Sheridanites
Nck
Denny” Moore
Chet Hinkle
Grover Mattison
Stokesberg
Addison
Beneh
B. Loy
Tar
Schrank
Barrick
McKenzie
Mix
F. Lalas
Two Injured in Logging Camp Incident
A knee dislocation for FE Mason prompted transfer from Fred Ritner's Spaulding Lumber camp to Portland for hospital care. Earlier, logger Casey suffered a severe head injury after being struck by a cable at Camp 3 of the Silets Logging and Lumber Co. He was moved to Portland via special train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FE. Mason
Fred Ritner
Spaulding Lumber Company
Portland
Casey
Silets Logging and Lumber Company
Valley & Siletz
Oregon Flecttine
Barker Fractures Ribs In Fall From Platform
J. P. Barker, employed by R. Catlin & Co, sustained two or three broken ribs after falling from a nine platform and landing on a four by twelve beam on Tuesday.
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J. P. Barker
R. Catlin & Cou
City Objects to Mexicans Coming Here
Regular monthly city council meeting discusses park facilities for auto tourists and protests against locating about 20 Mexican workers near Fourth and G streets. Sidewalk work and street improvements receive referral. Various claims approved including salaries and utilities.
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Fourth
Swope
Postmaster Homer Wood Renominated by Senate
Postmaster Homer Wood of Oregon is renominated for a four year term after a Senate referral on Wednesday. Wood has served just over four years and is aided by Mrs. Wood and Miss Miller as he continues to manage the office in satisfactory fashion.
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Homer
Wood
Oregon
Senate
Wilson
Miller
Davies and Siemens plan major mint venture in Klamath
John N. Davies and Capt. J. W. Siemens announce the purchase of Caledonia marsh land totaling 9500 acres in Klamath county for mint cultivation. They aim to plant 1680 acres of peppermint and spearmint, with grazing land on the remainder, and may build a distillery this fall to process the crop.
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John N. Davies
Klamath Country
Davies
Klamath Falls
Capt
J. W. Siemens
First State & Savings Bank
Klamath Even- Herald
Kilamath County
United States
Willamette Valley
Caleloria
Mesers
Stamend
Cont
Siemens and Associates
Eagle Ride
Capt. Siemens
Mr. Davies
Caledonia Marsh
Oregon
Klamath County
Siemens
Alberta farmer May Locate in Independence
Alberta farmer C. L. Harrison and family from Lake Home seek a farm in Independence after renting Mrs. Richard son’s house on Monmouth street. Harrison, a successful Alberta homesteader, hopes to buy locally. he moved to improve climate, pleased with the area and seeking permanent settlement.
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Alberta
Independence
C. L. Harrison
Lake Home
Harrison
States
Bids Sought To Carry Mail From Independence Post Office
The postoffice department requests bids to carry mail from Independence to the railway station. Bids are due June 10 at the Independence Post Office and will be sent to Washington for consideration. The current contract has expired. Mr. Malley serves until a successor is chosen.
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Postoffice Department
Independence Post Office
Wood
Washington
Malley
Chautauqua Enjoyed by Community in Year’s Event
Enthusiastic crowds filled both evening and afternoon sessions of the chautauqua with high attendance. A Sunday community dinner highlighted the spirit of rural life. Dr. Charles S Price spoke on hunting in Alaska, introducing local pastor Rev. C. T. Cook, who shared anecdotes of the north.
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Charles 8. Price
Alaska
Wixoviate
C. T. Cook
Methodist
Cook
Dr. Price
Great North Country
Price
Jiggs” Williams
Uncle Billy Wright Buys Baby Tractor For Farm Use
"Uncle Billy" Wright purchases a Midwest Utilitor baby tractor for his truck farm and orchards. Delivered by Independence Garage this week, the compact tool promises to perform tasks similar to a horse without consuming oats. Wright owns prime Willamette bottom land and has long grown vegetables and fruits.
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Billy” Wright
Independence Garage
Billy
Willamette
Independence Girl Weds Portland Man
Frances Townsend of Independence became bride of Alfred Clauss Jr at 67 Trinity Place Portland. The ceremony was conducted by Dr Dunsmore at eight o clock. Townsend is daughter of E L Townsend and worked at United States National Bank in Portland. Clauss is a jeweler with A F Clauss & Son and served in the French aviation service. Mrs Tda Curtiss of Corvallis visited J Cooper’s home last week.
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Frances Townsend
Alfred Clauss, Jr
Trinity Place
Portland
Dr. Dunsmore
Independence
E. L. Townsend
United States National Bank
Clauss
A. F. Clauss & Son
Manufacturing Jewelers
Aviation Service
France
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Overnor
PNG
Monary Station
PTH
Barker
North Main
Boat Landing
Fire and Water Committee
G. H. Wood
Waleatseary
B. F. Swope
Mountain States Power Co
iOberson Transfer Co
Cea Asedee Way
Teis Morgan
L. Damon
Klamath Mint
Tda Curtiss
Corvallis
J. §. Cooper
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