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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1910
Page
8
The article argues that liquor licenses raise taxes on outside farmers, fueling crime and state costs. It cites high prison and mental institution expenses linked to alcohol, claiming farmers pay most taxes yet gain little benefit, urging voters to decide on Oregon’s prohibition amendment.
In a Dallas Oregon letter Elmer Barhart urges rejecting the liquor reform proposal. He argues the measure harms farmers and local welfare by diverting capital, creates unemployment, and empowers a craft economy. He warns voters to resist “Home Rule” and defeat the ballot measure on November ay.
Church notices announce Methodist preaching at 11:00 and 7:40 with Sunday school at 10. Calvary Presbyterian invites all to regular services next Sunday with morning and evening worship led by the pastor and a Calvary choir performance at 7:30.
A fragmentary OCR item shows reference to Dr Duganne at Central and Independence National Bank with unclear numbers and address details 121 and 4410 likely indicating account or branch data. Further readable names include Elphme and ccernde pendence terms.
An Oregon article notes a Thursday night meeting where backers of the dry cause push for the Home Rule bill and statewide prohibition. Officials and voters show increased zeal, with J M Ilmae and Kate Mahyerlilencoe Lent cited as active supporters and saloon opposition identified in the region.
The text mentions a shadow body with a poll will have a good time at a lively event. It notes Halowo on peerlet and K of that as parts of the scene. Names and exact details are unclear due to OCR errors.
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