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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1920
Page
4
Local citizens have guaranteed and funded the Chautauqua in Independence for the last five days of the month. Ellison-White Company will be paid from 25 percent of single admissions as revenue, ensuring a deficit is covered if ticket sales fall short. The effort emphasizes community support over profit and promises a high quality program.
Reports of widespread price reductions in wearing apparel claim cuts from 20 to 50 percent with merchants eager to unload stocks. Observers suggest peak prices may have passed and a downward trend has begun though some reports warn of excessive sensationalism.
The text argues over whether the state highway commission can abandon routes designated by law. It cites Judge Skipworth in Douglas county court and notes Independence supports the decision. If the supreme court does not confirm, the commission’s power would be nearly unlimited over road routes.
Z. C. Kimball appears atop the Tredependence Enterprise editorial page in the last issue. The initial under his management signals a businesslike tone and a newspaper aimed at real town benefit for Independence, with optimistic notes that local business support ensures success.
The quick demobilization of the grand army after World War I inspired the formation of The American Legion. The article lauds joining the legion as part of continuing American citizenship and social service, praising Commander l'Otier and the zeal of its members.
Meredith Nicholson praises The Legion for leading efforts to elevate American citizenship and national unity. He argues war nerves are replaced by peacetime defense through public service and earnest participation of veterans and youth who served America out of love for the country.
Commencement week runs June 12 to 16 with varied events. President Lindsay of the University of Idaho will speak at Commencement Day and De Ferguson delivers the Baccalaureate Sermon. The schedule includes luncheons, receptions, chapel services, plays, and a film presentation The Lack of the Irish.
Next Sunday at the Baptist Church features a 1 p Mn Sunday School led by Mrs Grace Swope. Rev HL Proppe will deliver the Memorial sermon for the Grand Army of the Republic at 11 am. Evening events include a young peoples society meeting at 7 pm and Proppe preaching on Forgiveness.
C A C farm pointers explain that a serious apple pest disease in Oregon causes over a million dollars in losses annually. Recommending thorough spraying at the right times, the article urges persistent control. Farm management notes urge accurate income tax reporting and tracking profits and losses by field.
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