Paradise in a Ford and the Way to Paradise
The narrator details a journey through Washington’s forest country to Mount Rainier's Paradise Valley. He describes scenic drives from Tacoma via Chehalis, Morton and Mineral Lake, the Glacier corridor, Nisqually, and Narada Falls, with alpine flora, glaciers, and panoramic views. Paradise Valley hotel capacity limits and government management are noted along with seasonal operations and recreational options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Rainier
Chehalis
Morton
Mineral Lake
Merle
RE Mountain
Tacoma
Paradise Valley
Longmire
Nisqually
Glaster
Paradise
Narada Falls
Nar
Nerada
Glacier
Ata
Ian
Department of Service
SOME TRIP OF FUN AND FURY ACROSS THE MILLS OF AUGUST
A lively reminiscence recalls a Ford road trip with colorful characters including a preacher who drove and cranked the car, a Million Dollar Front figure, a Georgia hotel owner impersonation, and a baffling mix of writers and lumbermen. The narrator hints at hot water woes, cranky wheels, and a hotel lobby exit before departure. The piece ends with the preacher referred to as Jehu, and declares the trip as some trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cellent
France
Adso
Caufes
Georgia
Lyme
Jehu
Help Starving India Famine Relief Urges Public Aid
A generous response to famine relief for India continues with many unaware that the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society coordinates distribution. One dollar can feed a person for a month, and contributions are received by Mr. Parrett at the United States National Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
M Ry Society
Parrett
United States National Bank
Uniting of Forces in Oregon Retail Merchants Merge
The Oregon Retail Merchants Association ends a four and a half year split with the Oregon State Retailers Association. Two organizations unite into a single state body to be finalized at the Astoria convention in February. Leaders praise the consolidation as a bright day for Oregon merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Retail Merchants of
Oregon
Associa*tion
Chamber of Commerce
Portland
Clifford Barlow
Warrenton
Oregon Retail Merchants’ Association
Barlow
Astoria
Beavers to Meet Apple Pickers in Newberg Clash
A local preview promises Walter McCredie’s Beavers facing Billy Sullivan’s Apple Pickers in Newberg Monday afternoon. Dr George Larkin will umpire with no back talk allowed. The Newberg band will share in receipts as locals rally to root for the home team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newberg
Walter McCredie
College
Billy Sullivan
Bert Miller
Chicago White Sox
George Larkin
Empire
Wild chase ends in shattered glass and injuries at Rexall
A Johnn Wilhelmson led chase last Friday ended with a smashed window at Rexall drug store. Charley Wilhelmson was injured, breaking an ankle and suffering a severe leg injury. The incident followed a pursuit from Washington street toward First, halted by an iron post. Store clerk believed a truck caused the crash. Meanwhile Oregon Retail Merchants' Association elected new officers, with Merrick resigning as secretary and Rosenkrans taking the post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnn Wilhelmson
Rexall Drug Store
Charley Wilhelmson
Washington Street
Retail Merchants’ Association
Leo R. Merrick
Hie Place
Oregon Retailers’. Journe
Mr. Merrick
Oregon Merchants’ Magazine
Oregon Retail Merchants’ Association
G. Clifford Barlow
Witon
A. C. Marsters
Roseburg
A. Brand
Cotage Grove
J. G. Snodgrass
la Grande
F. A. Rosenkrans
Canby
Thomas C. Watts
Reuben
R. Alexander
Pendleton
George W. Hyatt
Enterprise
E. C. Gaddis
Medford
N. A. Perry
Portland
F. A. Reeves
Lebanon
J. G. Garrett
Hillsboro
Retailers’ Association
Charles V. Brown
Astoria
Norman I. Crout
George Cusiier
Silverton
A. J
Mollala
C. G. Sept
F. B E. Sherwin
Willamina
J. L. Tucker
Also Mentioned on This Page
Alexander “Hull
Sero
Ridksecker Point
Great
Rainier
Tatoogh Range
Credie-Sullivan
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