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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1912
Page
1
Prolonged rain devastates hop yards across the valley with many workers returning home in frustration. Widespread wind and falling wires threaten the crop while some yards report partial salvage as harvest slips later than expected. Damage to grain crops also noted in the region.
Polk County districts dominate prizes at the state fair with top honors for bead work and cadet lore while cake and fourth place awards go to exhibitors from Independence Popcorn and Spring Valley. Letters from the People urges North Independence to secure water connections and urges action on the water supply.
A reader urges the city council or Commercial Club to install a cross street near the ferry landing. The writer emphasizes winter use by many travelers to and from Mist Independence and notes the electric road prompted the suggestion.
A fragment quotes Lippincott's about a lady whose freckles seem erased by powder and paint. The lilting verse notes cosmetic touchups alter natural complexion.
Courcil meeing was quiet Wednesday night. The common council discussed foot bridge repairs and drainage issues on J. G. McIntosh's property near Ash Creek. An ordinance to license a popcorn wagon on the streets was introduced and laid on final passage with a $20 annual license. Franchises were tabled for the next meeting.
Observed Labor Day saw most businesses open usual hours except banks, which closed all day due to rain. Hop-yard merchants reportedly carried earnings in old socks as the day stretched into Tuesday amid widespread downpour and rest.
A country schoolteacher cashed her monthly bank check. The teller apologized for the filthy bills and asked if she feared microbes. She replied that her salary would suit a microbe, and it would likely live on it.
Rural Mail Carriers of Oregon convened in Dallas for their annual gathering at the Armory. Dr. Harry Lane of Portland spoke on good roads while the group debated proposed salary reform with carriers seeking $50 per mile per year, noting the top current pay is $1000 for a 24 mile route.
A special trainload of hoppickers for the Wigrich ranch reached the city Saturday night. They were driven to the labor field by teams as Independence resembled a bustling metropolis for the occasion. The yard hosts over a thousand workers this year.
We express sincere thanks for assistance and sympathy during our recent bereavement Mr and Mrs Walterser.
A new store named Wetheriee and Jones opens in Independence in a modern showroom. Proprietors emphasize a people’s store with a well chosen Oregon stock south of Perth and aim to retain trade locally. Geo Carbray and Misses Jones, city pioneers, will represent the enterprise, with Mr Wetheriee from Buene leading.
Green finished first in the Independance race with Damon as the pioneer grower close behind. Green stored 1d bales, Pienoi had 12, and more bales may be added in a few days possibly reaching 25. Hops arrived on Wednesday and Mr. Dentia says the warehouse keeper has answered regarding the hops.
Walters will hold an auction of his personal property at his home location about 19 miles north of the city on Thursday. The sale aims to the highest bidder as he plans to move to Salem after disposing of his belongings. Waters recently sold his farm and will relocate to Salem. Miss Alice Rops of Salem and Eve Nash of Buen Virta were married last Sunday and visited Intiles City the first of the week.
Delke physician D G Rempe announces daily practice at his rooming house opposite the depot starting September 1. Hours are 9:30 to 2, offering nervous disorders treatment and other specialties.
Congregation expects Rev. Sandifar to be reassigned after attending the West Oregon M E Conference in Ashland starting the 10th. While appointments remain uncertain, the Lidapendence pastor is widely believed to be returned, a move welcomed by Meg and Mrs. Sandifar who have made many friends during their stay.
At the M. E. Church there are classes for all ages and a cordial welcome. Freichlig at 11 a.m. with theme Gods Three Requirements. Epworth League at 7 p.m. topics Overwhelming Popularity and Pearl of Great Achievement. Evening services at 7 p.m. with theme A Barbarot King. Good singing and cordial welcome are features of these services.
A hop house and dryer owned by J. A. Byers burned early Monday due to a defective tie in the dry kiln. The entire building was consumed before the blaze was discovered, with Byers starting work moments before flames broke out. Logs were reportedly partially insured.
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