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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1908
Page
4
The Independence Enterprise is a weekly publication issued in Independence showcasing its publisher Charles R. Hicks. The notice records its entry at the Independence post office as the second-class mail matter.
The text attacks Statement No 1 and its backers including Willie and Dunniway, arguing it reshapes Oregon politics and the state printery. It suggests Dunniway supports the measure to secure an office, warns Republicans against old nomination methods, and claims the People of Oregon yearn for his rise amid a changing political landscape.
John Young reported on a town visit that his well north of town yielded fossils from a petrified cam bed along with wood particles. He notes fossils of various types and discusses earth’s ancient evolution amid similar finds nationwide. He mentions fossil banks in the Siskiyou mountains formed by ancient waters. The remark ends with a note on new subscriptions.
The Independence Enterprise announces its launch as a weekly village newspaper in Oregon. Local staff express ambition to deliver steady community coverage and grow the paper alongside the town’s weekly life.
Buena Vista residents made multiple short trips to Independence Monmouth and Dallas. Local clergy discussed upcoming preaching arrangements while the M B church hosted extended services. The Buena Vista school plans an evening program before Thanksgiving with music recitations drills tableaux and a basket sale to raise funds for books and pictures.
The Oregon State Dairy Association is recognized by the Agricultural Department in Washington and government experts will join the convention in Salem on December 10 and 11. A round trip fare of one and one third times the base rate is set for all points in the state.
Fresh goods draw many tobacco connoisseurs as soft sweet-scented cigars burn evenly and last longer than dried ones. The ad notes selling hundreds of cigars directly to consumers and invites readers to try one made by the brand.
A historical advice promotes a homemade tonic using Plaid Extract Dandelion, Compound Kargon, and Compound Syrap Sarsaparilla to ward off rheumatism due to uric acid. The article claims it regulates kidneys and eases back pain, with pharmacists able to supply ingredients or compound the mix.
The Leisure Hour Reading Club met at Mrs. C. L. Fitchard's home on Thursday afternoon for a Mother Goose party hosted by Mesdames Goff Chappell and Fitchard. Mrs F Owen won first prize and Mrs B Walker took the booby. refreshments followed with a large group of members listed, including Mrs D A Hodge Mrs Damon and Miss Maggie Pomeroy among others.
Manley Martin visits relatives near Alrile while Clara Martin also visits relatives near Airlie. Herman and Norman Brown hold a contract to clear part of the J. E. Yoakum hop yard. The Glenwood Dancing Club hosted a party with more events planned for winter. Ralph Martin takes a farming job east of Salem for several weeks. Mr Thielson reports good work from the gasoline engine plowing. A shooting match is set in Greenwood on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. Farmers around Greenwood near finish fall work.
Miss Nettie Wells and Mr. Earl Barham married at the Wells home with Rev. M B Young officiating. The decor included ivy mistletoe and chrysanthemums followed by a banquet. The couple will visit Portland and nearby cities then reside in Dallas. at home after November 21.
Mrs. Wm H Serig of 41 Fifth St Wheeling West Virginia says Chamberlains Cough Remedy cured her child of a severe cough last winter without a doctor and has prevented her son from suffering with colds. the remedy is for sale by P M Kirkland.
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