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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1912
Page
5
Henry E Browne publisher of Independence Enterprise notes post office entry for weekly publication in Independence Oregon. The item critiques voter approval processes and speech regulations claiming proposed measures would ban public sirres for political speeches and curb box oritions, affecting public morale.
One year in advance priced at 150 dollars. Six months in advance discount 7 percent. Three months in advance 50 percent savings. The Independence Enterprise endorses Wak with strong recommendation.
The Enterprise carries an advertisement backing Walter L Tooze Jr Republican candidate for job representative in Polk and Lincoln counties. It argues his record as Dallas city attorney and secretary of the Dallas Commercial Club shows leadership, economy, and dedication to women's suffrage. The note adds support for extending suffrage and highlights Tooze's public service in county projects and the Polk County Fair.
Article discusses proposed measures to regulate street and public place speech. It condemns certain politicians and street corner orators for offensive language and calls for restraints to protect social order and decency.
A candidate writes from home due to family illness requesting patience before the election. He pledges to devote remaining campaign time to thorough district canvassing and to work for just representation if elected, insisting on his duties to voters.
Ida M Tarbell argues against woman suffrage noting it distracts women from civic duties. The Oregon State Association Opposed to That Extension of Suffrage to Women urges voters to reject the amendment, emphasizing education and home welfare over political participation.
Peter Kurre announces his candidacy on the Prohibition ticket for Polk County Judge. He pledges to improve roads and bridges while pursuing economy in office. Kurre has lived in Polk County 29 years and seeks broad support for a “down administration.”
Mrs. R. J. Flint of Brainties Vermont urged her husband to use Dr King s New Discovery for a dreadful cough. He recovered fully after a weak period. The remedy is advertised as safe for coughs colds and throat lung troubles including grip bronchitis croup whooping cough and hemorrhages. Trial bottles 60 cents and 1.00 guaranteed by druggists.
Mesdames Barnett and Henkle advertise dress making services at the former home on Arch Street two doors south of the Baptist Church. Phone 2111.
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