31 May 1911
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Newspaper
Hood River News
Location
Hood River, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1911
Page
1
A new Hood River County Automobile Association is formed to promote highway improvements and proper markings. The group will affiliate with smaller clubs, seek supportive legislation, and pursue a river highway from Hood River Valley to the Sandy River, with a government road building plan and fundraising efforts ongoing.
Decoration Day was observed in Hood River with a large crowd as businesses closed and patriotic programs concluded. Veterans led the parade to the cemetery alongside the Woman's Relief Corps and Boy Scouts of America, with a literary program including songs and tributes to Lincoln and Gettysburg.
Clayton W. Hooker of Minneapolis purchased the Watt and Jordan forty acre tract in Oak Grove district. Half the land is orchard, the rest will be set to fruit. Hooker, general agent for Northwestern National Life, will move his family to the valley after visiting other locations. A new concrete pavement on First Avenue opened last week, costing about 8800, built by W. F. Aldred Company, proving durable for heavy and light traffic.
A young woman from The Dalles reports abandonment by her husband Roy Vaunortruck a 22 year old hotel porter leaving her penniless and unable to work. Sheriff Levi Chrisman filed an arrest warrant and authorities in Hood River were alerted to locate Vaunortruck amid suspected associations with an underworld contact.
The Oregon State Board of Horticulture report highlights Hood River led growth in the Fourth District. Commissioner H. E. Weber calls 1910 a banner frost year with bumper crops and high prices boosting profits for fruit growers. The piece urges more canning plants, district fairs, and expanded orchard planting to convert by products and support sustained prosperity.
At the Monday council meeting presided by J.M. Wright in Mayor Hartwig’s absence, Councilman Brosius urged each member to focus on city cleanliness. An ordinance was ordered condemning two vacant lots west of the peat house for use as ground. water bond matters with Hood River and a New York attorney extended 14 days to finalize the deal as Mora Drew of Portland indicated a half interest in the bonds and a desire to speed action.
The strawberry season begins under favorable weather as supplies are limited and demand rises. The Davidson Frost Company anticipates a strong shipment pattern to Portland markets with plans for additional trips to Seattle, Spokane, Salt Lake, and eastern points.
Devlin and Wireburgh report strong demand for orchard lands with over 100000 dollars worth sold recently to eastern buyers. They note a five acre tract sold to A B Altmay er of New York City and a Columbia River overlook parcel sold for around 71000 to Colonel Carmellas Gardener of the Sixteenth Infantry. Gardener plans to build a bungalow and move his family there.
Officials pass several ordinances related to street improvements. The measures set the plan and funding for paving and repairs, with work expected to begin this summer.
At a small meeting of the Mondl iver Merchants Association in the Commercial lab rooms talks focused on boosting attendance. Despite efforts by President Enoch Brayford and new secretary JM Wood, the group languishes and contemplates raffling numbers for a prize to draw members. They discuss canceling a Fourth of July celebration as the committee shows little enthusiasm. The Hood River Mandolin Club and White Salmon plan a dance party Friday night.
Elks members and guests from Hood River The Dalles and Port Townsend attended a late evening event at the Commercial Club. Mayor Eddie Wingate and District Attorney Fred Wikeon were among the 40 plus attendees. The program featured a wave-picture machine, a screen, and a musical opener by bred Wifeon.
Riverside Congregationalists approve plans for a new church building to be moved from the old structure. A building committee led by PM Moree with GR Coetner and 10. Binochor is formed to push work. About three fourths of funds are subscribed and the basement level will house the main hall and Sunday school spaces with seating for about 600.
An account of the Hood River Elke event in The Dalles with thanks for invitations, notes on Wasco county lodge origins at Cascade Locks, and arrival of a colored quartet delayed by a wreck. The program included vaudeville dancing, films, singing, and a midnight sing of Auld Lang Syne as plans for a local lodge were discussed.
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