Corn Growth and Local Hopes Define Independence Farming
The Willamette valley may not crown corn, but farmers are expanding plantings to ensilage and mature ears. Notable growers like A. J. Brown and Walker Bros report strong stalks and heavy ears, with Senator Patterson advocating early planting and cultivation for a thriving corn region. Independence plans a corn show to unite farmers, with prizes and entertainment highlighting corn’s rising role.
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Willamette Valley
A. J. Brown
Walker Bros
Senator Patterson
Eola
Patterson
Independence
Wicked proposal would fix four percent interest on ballot
The piece argues a November measure to fix the legal rate at four percent would backfire. Lenders would move money to higher-rate states, causing foreclosures and business hardship in Oregon. It says borrowers would face higher costs, layoffs, and stagnation, while warning the measure could derail public finance and state growth.
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Oregon
Hood
Exchange
Harding's Newspaper Creed Cited for Marion Reporters
The Marion Stars outlines a reporter’s creed stressing fairness, accuracy, and impartiality in covering politics and religion. It urges balanced reporting, avoiding sensationalism, and protecting vulnerable individuals while seeking verifiable facts.
Appointment of John M. Jones as Portland postmaster
John M. Jones rises from mall carrier to assistant postmaster over 30 years of service and is named Portland postmaster after a shift in leadership. The promotion follows previous postmaster Mr Myers being displaced by changes at the top.
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Southern Pacific
Isaac H. Fream
Monmouth
John M. Jones
Portland
Myers
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Z. C. Kimball
Master Trucks
Marion Automobile Co
Marion
Salem, Oregon
Jones
United States
Harding
Ohio
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Carmers' State. Bank
Independenc
Studebaker
Independence Garage
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