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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1915
Page
3
City council discussed four proposed amendments to the city charter. They cover liquor enforcement, raising the tax limit from 10 to 15 mills, a sewer construction funding plan, and sewer costs to be borne by property owners at street intersections. The package may be voted as two questions at the spring election.
A historical editorial argues that loyal customers strengthen city prosperity by supporting home merchants over mail order firms like Sears Roebuck. It notes Sears death and a large estate, then urges buyers to favor local vendors who pay taxes and fund schools, churches, and public causes.
The Oregon Agricultural College extension advises hog raisers not to overemphasize breed. It outlines three main breeds Poland China Berkshire and Duroc Jersey and notes variation within and between breeds. The key is selecting a breed that fits the breeder’s goals and improving it through careful selection and management.
The Rev Irl R Hicks Almanac a popular yearly guide to astronomy storms weather and earthquakes is ready. Professor Hicks completes this issue at seventy and it will be mailed for 35 cents. Package deal with Word and Works magazine offered through the Enterprise at a special price.
Industrial Review surveys Oregon development across salem and coastal towns. Highlights include Siuslaw Porc Commission bond authorization, new mills and plants in Albany and Hood River, highway funds, sewer work, a proposed state canal and irrigation projects, railway plans, and calls for economy in government.
A collection of old pro town urged advice emphasizes saving, building, and hard work to keep residents and money local. It argues for responsible citizens, better roads, and civic leadership to prevent emigration and support growth, noting risks from fires and careless habits.
A compact tour of tombs recounts varied fates from a man who tested a gun to a rider who outran a train. It notes a hired girl’s fatal kerosene accident, a boy under a mule’s tail, and others who met tragic ends in accidents and mischief.
The text cites Tolstoy’s 1912 prophecy to the German Emperor describing Europe in flames and a coming era where a federation of nations replaces empires. It predicts a northern figure near 1925 and the four great giants, while criticizing war policy and urging unions of nations.
W L Arrington died at his home last Thursday evening after years of illness. He was a pioneer in Cups and Douglas counties. Arrington had been confined to his room for two years. Funeral services were held last Saturday.
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