08 Dec 1911
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Newspaper
Oregon City Courier
Location
Oregon City, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1911
Page
1
A Salem Oregon Courier letter writer laments declining spelling in schools and society. The piece traces back to older methods emphasizing pronunciation and syllables and compares today’s slang and mispellings with past disciplined schooling. It notes several letters with numerous errors from readers and a teacher as examples.
A letter from a college son to an Oregon City businessman reveals parental shame over poor spelling in a recent correspondence. The writer criticizes elite society and the lack of practical schooling, urging better literacy in schools.
Obituary tribute honors Dr Carl of Oregon City for nine years of care to the Homeless and Orphans at St Agnes Baby Home. As former mayor he helped bring city water to the Home, providing inmates with clean water and ongoing support.
The Sisters of Mercy of St. Agnes Baby Home at Parkplace express thanks to The QCrown Columbia Folp Paper Co and other friends for generous donations on Thanksgiving Day. The children enjoyed the holiday and the pleasant winter weather complemented the day's program.
The Five Hundred Club was entertained Wednesday evening by Mr and Mrs A Vatcoher. The outing crowned the evening with Herbert Martin winning the main prize and Guy Reddick the consolation. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Herbert Martin, Mr and Mrs Guy Reddick, Dr and Mrs L G Ice, Mr and Mrs J B Garretson, and Mr and Mrs A D Watcher.
Dimick is chosen mayor with 119 vote margin across three wards as John Albright Liam Beard and F de Tooze win council seats. Voters approve police protection for the Heights by 27 percent, while other city offices go to Andrewsen and Latourette with clear majorities. Dimick pledges a careful businesslike administration built on long service and city familiarity.
A brief item notes a Tom Thumb wedding of a pupil in the primary department. The report highlights the ceremony setting and participants, noting a playful community celebration within the school.
The article outlines a Presbyterian ceremony with Tom Thambh wed ding in Ghurd parlard Miiday evening. Varied roles are listed including Velma Randall as part of the bride and Ruth Sehosbel maid of honor with bridesmaids Violet Saulean Francis Bowlend Francis Andrews Pauline Pepe. Flower girls Kathryn Landsbrough Joie Elev Melville Prost ushers Kenneth Swankow Ival Hanna ford and best man Gordon Wilson. The ushers and clergy members named Garal Ely Fred Loose Jr and a musical program with a recitation by Sammie McLarty following the service.
Maple Lane Grange met in regular session Saturday at Maple Lane. A noon dinner was served by the ladies. Officers were reelected or reassigned, including Master J. Lewellyn and Secretary Mrs. S. A. Gillotte, with several assistants and officers named.
About fifty road supervisors in Clackamas County attended a banquet and talks at the Oregon City Commercial Club with twenty club members and county court. Speakers including Grant B. Dimick and T. J. Gary urged capable officials, outlined opposition to ineffective builders, and promoted cooperative planning for better highways and reduced taxation.
The narrator recalls a frigid New Mexico journey with a driver and Mr. Bloom, crossing Culebra peaks to a canyon town. A blizzard traps the party, they seek shelter with a Mexican family, endure illness from sour coffee and harsh cold, and face a mysterious night observation before the tale ends with an unfinished note.
Memorial Sunday services conducted by Oregon City lodge No. LB HP OO held in the Congregational church. About 175 Elks attended as Clyde E. Mount led the rite with a tribute from Portland’s G. Hatelick and eulogy by James H. Gary. Music and readings complemented the solemn observance.
An old advertisement claims Heavy impure blood causes muddy complexion headaches digestive issues and weakness. It touts Blood Bitters as a remedy to enrich blood, restore color, and improve overall health and vigor.
A reflection on human tendency to chase bargains and the long, stubborn effort to build a railroad into Milania country. Despite repeated, failed attempts and sharp market warnings, Oregon City leaders vowed to prove Wall Street wrong, pledging a future rail link to Milverton and beyond with stock and bonds left to ride the wave of inevitable growth.
Hub Grocery offers California Navel oranges at 16 cents per dozen with two dozen for 2 cents. Sale runs Friday and Saturday at the corner of Tth and Center streets.
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