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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1911
Page
5
Local notes from Albany to Independence report Dr. Allin and others visiting, farm and wood deliveries, a rain improving harvest prospects, postal savings banks planned for Albany and Corvallis, and Independence growth with new residents, real estate deals, and upcoming Fourth of July events.
After the races on Friday Lou Stapleton collided his car with Lorence's vehicle. Both cars suffered minor damage and no injuries were reported.
The Presbyterian Missionary Society met with Mrs. McKinney Tuesday afternoon for a strong program. The society will meet with Mrs H H Mattison on the third Tuesday in July at Craven Moore's. Fireworks and festive displays were planned with a list of items. Last Saturday marked Pioneer Day in Dolls with a picnic by Polk County settlers. several locals attended. Fourth of July is near with Independence planning a quiet day and a park picnic noted by some socialists. Lost is a sorrel mare described as sway backed with one bad eye, last seen near Salem. contact Rice and Calbreath for reward.
Mr D B Whitman of the Overland Automobile house Portland drove an Overland car from here to Portland and arrived in two hours thirty five minutes after leaving the city. He telephoned to Mr C G Long with whom he had been visiting for several days.
Employment notice from Albany Nursery Inc in Albany Oregon seeks energetic salesmen for territory plus expense money advanced. Call D C Taylor at Independence Oregon for best of work guaranteed Bath in connection.
W L Rice returned from the Grand Lodge of the Knights of Pythias meeting held at Astoria during the past week where he and F B Wilson attended as representatives.
Local lodge members traveled from Portland to Astoria aboard two steamers Kh and N Co. The party, about 30 souls, including the Pyebian Sisters and the Grand la4, arrived at Fort Stevens near the mouth of the Columbia. They were warmly received by fort officers and crews.
The Good enough Committee invites Independence residents to a basket picnic on Monday July 8 at noon on the public school grounds east steps. Children may enter recitation contests for prizes. a Fourth of July celebration resolutions session will be held for 1912 planning. Free coffee and lemonade will be served. bring baskets and cups.
The ad urges friends and loved ones to buy quality gifts from Rowe's Jewelry Shop. It states no credit will be offered, emphasizes low prices, and invites customers to pay cash or sign notes with security in the future.
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