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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1911
Page
4
The Independence Enterprise lists mailing details with post office in Independence Oregon as a second class mailer. Rates show subscription options in advance for one year six months and three months with sample copies available on application.
A motivational poem-length piece urges individuals to stop relying on luck or fate and instead take deliberate action. It emphasizes self-discipline, hustle, and physical effort to achieve success, praising perseverance over passive waiting. The author Herbert Kaufman signs as source.
The article observes Mothers Day on May 14 proclaimed by Governor West and honors mothers, praising their enduring influence. It lauds a mother’s life as a guiding light, noting how dedication and selfless purpose drive achievement and character across generations.
A debate over recall efforts in a Oregon city centers on the mayor who has opposed most progressive initiatives since taking office. The source notes his past removal from a saloon by an officer as part of his history. The piece emphasizes public interest in removing leadership for the sake of progress.
In early 19th century style prose the article alleges attempts to overthrow a railway franchise and disrupt reform. It notes Sarem’s water problems persist and a plan to move the capital as a solution but faces mayoral opposition and unclear progress.
The passage argues Independence should advance its own interests while serving county needs. It emphasizes proactive initiative by individuals or communities to drive progress and notes Independence offers a live town environment inviting emigration for safe and profitable investments.
Farmers who predicted ruin from drought now fear losses if no rain comes soon. May has been unusually inclement and in Oregon conditions remain cautious. An Albany man found an empty beer bottle with a note implying suicide in the Willamette, causing local alarm.
Organizers vow best ever show in June to make the city’s entertainment season a record breaker. They work hard to ensure a flawless event and counter any potential issues.
The statement suggests that if Portland pursued daily actions with steady effort, less reliance on the state asylum would be required. It frames community effort as a remedy for institutional dependence and mental health care strain.
The W C T U held an enthusiastic meeting with refreshments and a program on Bible reading and moral training. A New Zealand medical conference note urges revival of Bible in schools and opposition to removing scripture from public education. A Polk County Oregon circuit court notice announces an 1911 land title registration action by The Iowa Pacific Coast Land Company with a May 29 deadline to appear.
Dr Robertson of Auckland urged that religious education be strengthened in public schools as moral guidance. He argued the government had excluded the strongest moral force from society and urged daily Bible reading in the home to shape children’s character.
Let us prepare your abstract of title for you with Brown and Sibley Attorneys and Abstractors located at 610 Mill Street Dallas Oregon. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Sealed bids will be received up to and including May 15 1911 for a two story brick and cement annex to the store building owned by the O O F lodge in Independence Oregon Plans and specifications may be seen at Craven s Moore s store The board of trustees reserve the right to reject any and all bids J B Hubbard W H Craven J S Bohannon Board of Trustees
The undersigned Charles Cooper is appointed administrator of Willard Coover's estate in Polk County Oregon. Creditors must present claims with vouchers to the administrator at his Polk County residence within 11 months of the notice dated May 12 1911. The notice is first published May 12 1911.
In the Polk County Circuit Court C E Leigh applies for initial registration of title to land described as North 124 acres of Section 9 and related parcels in Township 19 South Range 7 West and Township 10 South Range 7 West. Defendants urged to appear by May 29, 191, or the application will be granted by default and rights barred. L L Swan is the applicant's attorney.
The Independente launches from Independence dock for Salem at 8 30 a m daily and returns from Salem dock at 4 p m. Fare is 60 cents each way.
A note invites readers who have found Sones Arrow Heads Sheils and similar keepsakes on beaches or in the mountains to keep them as mementos of a notable occasion. The fragment hints at a community or personal collecting interest without giving further details.
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