16 Jun 1911
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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1911
Page
1
An upcoming Spring Meet at Io confidence Driving Park is billed as the greatest event in the area with Wednesday through Friday set for a busy program. Horses are entered, and plans promise an exciting rodeo and show attracting visitors from distant towns as organizers expect a large attendance and record crowds.
The Southern Pacific and Corvalilla and Mast ero offer low round trip fares from all points. Tickets on sale June 18 and 19, valid for return to June 21. The T. J. Potter excursion steamer departs Ash Street June 1 at 11:00 p.m. and returns June 21 at midnight. Delegates urged to reserve sleeping accommodations through local agents or city ticket office in Portland Oregon.
Early reports indicate the Oregon trust crop for the year will average well despite late frosts. Analysts noted frost damage was less severe than feared and overall production should surpass expectations from prior weeks, though not reach 1910 levels.
67 acres nearly in cultivation two miles from Independence 60 acres in coop four cows team wagon harness and more included for 7000 dollars. Terms offered by Polk County Real Estate Co Independence Oregon.
Classified note offers a Byltanica Encyclopedia nearly complete in six volumes with morocco binding. inquiries directed to Enterprise building. J. M. Gentry recently returned from Missouri reports a fine trip and many locals eager to learn about the country.
Meelow C Peterson was convicted in Superior Court of California after earlier pleading not guilty at a preliminary hearing. Bound over without bail, she had been held in county jail and sentenced to prison after a March arrest in San Francisco related to a $1000 note alleged to misuse the name of Oakland widow Henry Farrel. Local residents of Independence recall her past, including a Portland trip and prior schemes that gained notoriety as she moved through Oregon and California criminal activity.
Homer Hicks, once a barkeep, pleaded guilty before Judge Goentenbein in Portland last Thursday to obtaining money under false pretenses. He received an indeterminate penitentiary term and was paroled for good behavior. He had just wed and honeymooned in Portland where he passed a bad check to Ed Owen drawn on the Independence bank.
Hernan Sperling Sr a respected Independence citizen died at home after a long illness Funeral was held Tuesday with Rev W J Weber officiating and interment in I O O B cemetery Born in Germany January 7 1839 he arrived in Minnesota in 1870 moved west to Oregon before settling in Independence about 11 years ago Survived by wife six children all present at the funeral
A new song titled Roses Roses Roses of June is described as very pretty and recently composed by Rob Roy Parish of the city. Parish is noted as author of Columbia's Banner In Grand Old Oregon Our Good Old Plonecera and other pieces well received by musicians.
The article explains voter qualifications for the upcoming school election to be held next Monday. It outlines residency for thirty days, district property or tax status, and citizenship criteria including recent immigrants. It also notes special provisions for heads of families in third class districts and stock holders in local firms.
A. C. Moore boasted of a fishing record after landing a big chub he described as a whale on the line. The fish weighed three and a half pounds and measured twenty two inches. A reward of fifty cents and property proof are requested from the owner, who must call at the advertiser's office.
Rest Pair premium list lists 8 varieties with prices for two collections and single specimens in colors Red White Pink Yellow. Items include Best and Second collections with per item costs and a note that ladies bring roses in the morning if possible.
Sealed bids for furnishing materials and constructing cement concrete street pavements in Independence Oregon are due by 8 p m July 1 1911. Bids require a 5 percent certified check and bond, with maintenance bid for five years. The city may reject any or all proposals.
Albany hosts a two day aviation meet at the fair ground featuring Charlie F Walsh the Bird Man with two Curtiss Parman Bi-Plane exhibitions. Gates open 3:00 pm daily with auto and motorcycle demonstrations and admission 60 cents for adults 25 cents for children.
A young man from near the city abducted his beloved in defiance of her parents. They were pursued by the girl's father and the bride returned home. A wedding is said to be arranged for later this week despite the girl's wishes.
Reverend Sanford Snyder visits the editor on Tuesday and gifts a cake of honey produced by bees under his care. The gesture highlights a wholesome community connection and Snyder’s friendly press relations.
On next Sunday morning at 11:00 o'clock a Children’s Day Program will be presented. In the evening the pastor will preach on The Church and its Mission. Sunday School begins at 10:00 a.m. and a song service follows at 7:50 p.m. W. J. Weber, Pastor.
J. B. Barton a long time Independence resident and wealthy farmer died Wednesday after brief illness. He was born November 11, 1847 in Canada and came to Oregon 24 years ago settling near this city. He leaves a wife and two children and was active in Odd Fellows K of P and Elks. Funeral services will be held at the family home with interment in the local cemetery.
Daisy B. Davenport through Marion county attorneys seeks a court order granting $1000 for her defense in the divorce action against LF Homer C. Davenport. She states a New York decree awarded alimony and counsel fees, with $3955 now due, and claims lack of funds to defend. Davenport counters that plaintiff is not Oregon resident, claiming New Jersey residence.
The Baptist church invites all Christians to attend special meetings beginning June 26 under H. W. Jones with soloist Paul Blackstone. Prayer for exaltation of Christ and souls saved, with services next Sunday morning and evening led by Arthur R. Blackstone.
East Lynn, a popular drama, will be staged at the Opera House next week by a company of noted artisans. The management promises an excellent production with top scenery and strong acting to delight theatergoers in Inde pendee.
Frank Wilson traveled to Kalamath Falls yesterday to observe business opportunities and plans to relocate his family there in the coming month.
County supervisor H C Seymour announces a four day state paper examination in Dallas starting June 21 for state and primary certificates. tests cover arithmetic geography English literature writing psychology and more with topics on theory practice and child study. applicants select one thesis subject and primary and other certificates share key questions.
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