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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1919
Page
4
The Enterprise is listed as a weekly Independence Oregon publication marked post office second class matter. A subscription rate line is shown though garbled, indicating a monthly or annual price and terms for readers south of a former location.
A wartime editorial urges readers to buy Liberty and Victory Bonds to repay the debts of war and honor the fallen. It recalls Argonne veterans and the Kaiser’s defeat, arguing victory is paid for through bonds and a lasting peace. It links personal sacrifice to national security and future lives in freedom.
Washington DC reports on remarks by Mus Sed McCormick head of the Republican Women’s National Ballot Committee. She notes that over twenty states have granted women voting rights for the 1920 presidential election with about 8,000,000 to 9,000,000 eligible voters expected to participate and influence elector selections.
The parade forms at 10 00 AM on Main street headed by the Grand Army Flag with Captain Ray Walker and Mrs Campbell as honor guards. The local National Guard company and several civic groups follow in order. The march ends at the Public School building on C street for exercises. F O Parker marshal of the day invites all to participate.
A Salem social evening honored Mr. and Mrs. O A Macey on their fourth wedding anniversary with guests from Independence and Monmouth. Local residents attended the Phython Sisters convention in Salem and hosted the next event, with representation from Albany Brownsville Corvallis Dallas Eugene Independence Lebanon Salem Scio and Silverton.
The article notes a high school seniors event this evening at the Isis Theatre featuring a three act comedy sure to entertain with pep and lively humor. Portland news mentions local figures including Rexsie Graham being chosen to teach next year and changes in staff.
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