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Newspaper
Tillamook Herald
Location
Tillamook, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1914
Page
1
The Tillamoole High School Alumni Association held its annual meeting in the high school auditorium. Officers elected include Ebert E Ginn as President and Mabel Gayne as Secretary and Treasurer, with a banquet planning committee formed and a follow up meeting set for May 20.
Oregon dairy numbers show Jersey cows producing over 1000 pounds of butter annually. Only a handful of states exceed this, with Oregon housing a standout cow near the 1000-pound mark and several cows over 400 pounds. Officials credit the state’s dairy program and registry efforts.
In state returns Joe Withycombe leads Republicans for governor and Dr. Smith tops Democrats. W C Hawley is renominated for Congress on the Republican ticket against Frederick Hollister. County results list Hare 1082 for Judge, Hales 867 for Sheriff, Crenshaw 537, Holden 1965 for Clerk, Austin 171 for Surveyor, Jackson 107, Shreve 499, Wilson 214, Hawk 467 for Coroner, Wendt 653, Imlah 442 for Commissioner, Owen 645, Sappington 578, Ata 559, Beals 101 for Treasurer, with two Democratic county nominations N J Myers for Sheriff and Francis J Welsh for Commissioner southern district.
The Commercial Club invites members and ladies to an informal social Thursday evening from 8 to 12 with Progressive Whist and other games, light snacks included. A big business meeting and smoker for members and prospective members follows Monday night at 7 o'clock, led by Col. Geo. Henderson to discuss municipal affairs and city cleanliness ahead of the G A R visitors.
The Oregon State College dairy program reports a small number of pure bred dairy cows in advanced registry testing, mostly Jerseys, with testing centered in the Willamette Valley. Test aims to record milking qualities and keep only high producers, guiding buyers toward superior herd genetics.
The proclamation urges one day in June for cleaning and beautifying the city in advance of the G A R Encampment. It calls on all citizens to take time from work to improve yards streets alleys and public areas for a cleaner more attractive community.
Fire Chief Allen Page of Tillamook Hose Company resigns as members show interest in dissolving the department. Members blame apathy among business leaders and council for poor meetings and lack of support despite good equipment and a reduced fire insurance rate. Rollie Watson notes rates stay low due to paved streets and the department’s image. warns prices could rise if actual conditions become clear.
On Monday evening Protestant churches opened a united revival at the skating rink set as a tabernacle. Rev. Sam E. Bettes known as the Cow Boy Preacher delivered a humorous yet pointed sermon. Rev. Hettes to preach nightly with Prof. T. E. Isasca in charge of singing, promising two solos last night and each evening. Services begin at 7:45 sharp.
On Saturday May 23 the Prohibition Party of the County will hold a rally and convention at the tabernacle skating rink. Rev. Sam Bettes, the ex cowboy preacher, will be present to deliver the addresses of the day. Meetings will be at 10 am and 2 pm.
Miss Reba Powell nearly died when a horse driven by Mr. Taylor backed off a grade near Kilchin River, throwing occupants fifteen feet into a ravine. F D Small and bystanders pulled Powell free as the buggy wrecked and all worriedly escaped harm.
Reported that most business men do not belong to the department or attend meetings with only three or four exceptions. Action on the resignation and the proposed disbanding has been postponed to a future company meeting.
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