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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1911
Page
1
The article asserts rapid pavement and street improvements will boost Independence’s economy and property values. It predicts greater construction this summer and near doubling of population in a decade, driven by hard surface paving, rail access, and a progressive civic spirit.
The Monmouth teachers institute featured Prof Livingston and Pres. J H Ackerman guiding a full program on arithmetic vocabulary and exams. Rebecca Lodge hosted a noon luncheon, and an evening chapel program showcased vocal, instrumental, and reading performances. The next meeting is scheduled for April 1 in Dallas with Ackerman and Livingston expected to present and lecture.
J W Bari of Portland visited Friday to arrange a literary course for next season with the lyceum bureau. Bari is an old acquaintance of the writer and was previously in the newspaper business in Wisconsin.
Aged pioneer H. L. Jones, longtime county resident and Baptist church member, died last Sunday after a prolonged illness. Born August 2, 1842 in Platte County Missouri, he moved to Iowa as a youth and crossed to Oregon in 1853, settling near Bethel in Polk County. He married in 1865 and is survived by his first wife.
Warner's corsets described as best and most popular on the market with guaranteed satisfaction. For sale by Conkey Walker & Lehman.
The article notes rapid vegetation growth with spring sunshine, showing buds, budding trees, and fresh greenery along the river valley. Peach and fruit trees begin to bear, and the area anticipates early hop harvests with workers and city helpers aiding field prep.
Rev. J. D. Springston will conduct a four night Sunday school institute at the Calvary Baptist church beginning Friday at 7 30 teaching methods and Sunday school evangelism The event aims to improve teaching and outreach under the American Baptist Publication Society leader.
Local brief notes Percy Long shows a dog with a white furred appearance after contact with Henry McElmurry’s gasoline clipping machine. The dog looks like a white lion and the owner is displeased with its condition. Ad for Owl Real Estate Co. Salem Oregon promotes quick land and property sales.
The LT.L. Increase im members discussed "The house we live In" and the benefits of the hymn system. President and Mrs. Guy Walker led singing as the society invites parents to recognize the work and bring their children to Sunday 3 PM meetings at Calvary Presbyterian Church.
J G MelIntonh represents two top fashion houses offering spring garments for women and men. Tailored to individual measurements by an experienced tailor, guaranteed fit. Samples available at She Preasing Parlors. call ether for details.
Calvary Presbyterian Church audience hears Dr Dunsmore on The Jews the fourth lecture in a series on The History of the World's Religions. Next Sunday he discusses The Religion of Ancient Greece followed by Rome and Ancient Britain with special music by the choir and public invitation.
Henry McElmurry purchased a Little Wonder wool clipper by Hanna Bros. on Monday and began the season with efficient shearing. The gasoline engine powered machine offers high capacity, neat work, and quick results, encouraging farmers to consider this new method.
The Ladies' Missionary Society of Calvary Presbyterian church hosts a Missionary Tea at Mrs. C. W. Wilcox's home on Friday afternoon March 10 from 2:30 to 5. An interesting program will be rendered. Silver offering.
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