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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1911
Page
1
On September 1 a group of gamblers were found in a room at the Independence Hotel engaged in a money game. Welch and another man pleaded not guilty while the other gambler paid a fine and left. Police expect further action as the case develops. two suspects were fined $26 each.
Foreman Larrey Crate of the J. J. Cooper ranch along the Marion County side of the Willamette River confronted three peach thieves in an orchard Saturday night. He fired with a double barreled shotgun at close range, wounding one intruder as the confrontation drew a sharp cry into the night.
Three trains arrive in Independence on a Saturday drawing about three thousand people to the hop center. Crowds scramble for tents and shelter as growers rush to provide housing, while rain eases field conditions and signals near end of harvest. Hop picking begins in earnest with sermons and church notices interwoven in the day’s bustle.
Four thousand people gathered near the depot when a wagon from McCarthy's hop yard carrying riders was frightened by an engine. The driver whipped the horses causing the wagon to crash into a tree. A young lady sustained severe bruises, a child sprained ankle, a young man internal injuries, and a woman slight injuries. All were cared for at C. Peck's home by Drs Hewitt and Ketehun. Initial reports overestimated leg injuries to the young lady but no bones were broken.
At Latte Fair Grounds in Salem Oregon G W Booth and Ray J Smith lead day and night classification of entries for the fair opening September 11. Entries include cattle sheep and hogs from multiple western states totaling thousands for $15000 in cash prizes plus cups and banners. poultry entries close September 4.
A premium group of nearly one hundred three and four year old steers weighing 850 to 1200 pounds arrived near Independence this week. Brought by WHIP and purchased during heavy rains near the coast, the cattle rest on Hank Mattison’s farm between Independence and Monmouth and will be pasture kept until regular butcherings begin.
The Beliou Repertoire Company with city home talent stages In Ole Missouri a four act Southern comedy drama at Independence Opera House on Saturday and Sunday nights. September 9th and 10th promise a strong production with extensive preparations noted and Independence expected to host a superior American play.
The Rowe Jewelry Co. relocates from next to Drexler & Alexander's to a large room in the new Odd Fellow's building. The stock has been increased and Mr. Rowe invites former customers to visit the new shop.
United States Senator Jonathan Bourne Jr. endorsed La Follette for the Republican nomination over Taft. He praised La Follette’s qualifications, commitment to popular government, and Wisconsin laws as proof of his conservatism and progress. Bourne urged business leaders to study Wisconsin’s laws and asserted La Follette’s integrity and electability. A Nelson, an aged citizen, has returned from Washington state improved after seeking a change of climate for health reasons, accompanied by Dr. Butler and his daughter.
Will Buffum, twenty six feet above ground in the Clyde Hill loop house, slipped through a broken platform while inspecting hops in a kiln. He was badly bruised with internal injuries but not fatally hurt. He was taken to the city for treatment by a local physician.
At the last regular meeting the City Council passed an ordinance prohibiting hitching of horses on paved streets. A $5 fine is imposed for violations.
A telephone message received in Salem reports Carl Cradiebaugh is needed at home in Idaho by his father and brother. They say his brother was crippled in a railroad accident, losing a leg, and that Carl, working in a shop yard near the city, should return.
Foley Honey and Tar Compound remains a top household remedy for coughs and colds for children and adults. It claims to prevent serious results from a cold and urges purchase of the genuine product, sold by Williams Drug Co.
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