Paper Hanger Ads and Local Notices From Independence
Local notices include Zook the painter offering paper hanging and horse sales with heavy work harness. Community updates mention dentists in Independence, a Portland address, and visitors to Corvallis. A letter from Eugene discusses Oregon school policy and broader national context, plus Ruth Russia fair impressions.
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Zook
Allen Clark
Allen
Cooper Building
Independence Oregon
Oregon Described by Outsiders as Land of Plenty
A Missouri teacher’s letter is shared to show how outsiders view Oregon’s resources and possibilities. The writer, now settled four years in Oregon, notes pride in the state but also embarrassment over recent inquiries and quotes from friends in the East. He plans to publish excerpts to reveal outsiders’ thoughts about Oregon.
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Oregon
Missouri
Ruseia
Nimi
Urals
Baring
Hale
Iceberg Would Move On In Collision Captain Says
A humorous exchange from the Ladies' Home Journal where an elderly passenger asks about collision danger. The captain bows and answers that the iceberg would simply continue on its course as if nothing happened, easing her fears.
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Ladies’ Home Journal
Polk County Bank Established 1889 Monmouth Oregon
Polk County Bank established 1889 in Monmouth Oregon engages in general banking. Paid capital surplus and undivided profits noted. Officers and directors include J. H. Hawley president F. S. Powell vice president J B V Butler vice president Ira C. Powell cashier.
Sporting Goods and Tobacconist Shop Ad Catches Eyes
Local shop lists sporting goods ice cream soda cigars and tobacconist items in a compact storefront notice. Readable details point to a general merchandise assortment aimed at everyday shoppers.
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Westfall
Perrydale
Riggs
Gwin Brothers
R. M. Wade
Oliver
R. E. Duganne
Independence National Bank
Independence
Dr. Crowley
Marquam
East
Ankeny Street
Portland
Elma, Lucy and
Mary Rogers
Corvallis
Ethel Lucas
J. C. Byrd
Carrol
Spokane
Washington
M. J. Wolverton
Monmouth
Huse Mulkey’s
Daniels’ Store
W. L. Avant
Knight
Donald
Pomeroy
John Deere
J. E. Winegar & CO
Polk County Bank
J. H. Hawley
F. S. Powell
J. B. V. Butler
Ira C. Powell
J. B. Stump
I. M. Simpson
Monmouth Normal Book Store
Monmouth Norma Bookstore
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