15 Jan 1909
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Newspaper
Oregon City Courier
Location
Oregon City, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1909
Page
1
The piece warns not to overlook winter protection. It urges Shoga and others to reinforce plumbing and water systems, lay pipes at proper depths, and safeguard hydrants and fire protections as severe cold returns. Insurance firms note policy cancellations after systemic damage from frost.
The passage warns that faulty construction leads to freezing of all outlets and hydrants, risking great property loss. It urges proper water system design, strict inspections, and learning from recent experience, noting that homes can no longer be built in a single day.
The Parkplace Young People's Society of the Christian Endeavor presents the five act drama Broken Fetters by Charles Townsend in the Parkplace High School assembly hall on January 30 to benefit the society. The brisk contemporary play offers humor excitement and pathos and has broad appeal for all audiences.
Residents learn of Dr Joseph Casto death Tuesday night at his residence in our city after paralysis and a second stroke two weeks after the first. Born May 9 1897 in Knox County Ohio he practiced in several states before settling on the Pacific coast. Survived by his wife Juha A Anasto four daughters Kate Ella and two sons L and Charles with eldest son Frankus killed in Texas three years ago.
Principal A K Hill urged the Eastham school board to build a new gymnasium funded by merchants and local citizens of Oregon City. The current basement playroom is too small, forcing pupils to sit or crowd during recess. Older students volunteered to work after school to cut construction costs.
I M Conlin, longtime proprietor of C C Stores in this city and Vancouver, died Sunday after a decade in a wheelchair due to locomotor ataxia. Born 1807 in Richmond Virginia, he served in the U S Army before entering the dry goods business. He leaves a wife Adelains Gowlin, a mother Jeanie K , three sisters, a brother in Detroit, several half brothers, and was laid to rest at Mountain View cemetery after services at Holman Myer’s.
Charles E Midlam a Quanemal resident and Willametus pulp plant foreman drowned in the Willamette River Thursday morning. A rowboat capsized during crossing to the mill area and no eye witnesses reported the incident. Recovery efforts were launched but success appeared unlikely due to swift muddy currents.
Snowy week halts business as residents enjoy home comforts and attic relics. A merry bob sleigh ride with Bert Boardman’s team sparks memories of eastern winters while casting parties and coasting draw locals to hill and eve activities. Mail delays persist due to four feet of snow. Winner Boardman delivers mail on Saturdays. Mrs. Terry recovers from influenza after three weeks at home. Burl Boardman, born to Bert and Mrs. Boardman, arrived last week with a sister. mother remains ill unfinished.
Snow endures keeping sleigh lovers busy as Lucy and others cruise the frozen avenues. A well known property owner was injured when struck by a sled prompting police to curb coasting on the cross street. A crowd gathers at the lake for nighttime sleighing as residents embrace winter recreation.
Firwood residents form Wirwood Progressive Association to boost welfare, establish a traveling library with State Library Association aid, and plan a school organ. A recent basket social netted over 50 dollars to fund a musical instrument to debut at the January 2 meeting.
Jack Irish a young man from five miles on the Molalla road rode from Harris to Ninth street in a buggy driven by a frightened horse. Intoxicated he left the store with friends and began the perilous ride through the city, narrowly avoiding danger as the maddened animal acted unpredictably.
After attending to his bag, a young man attempting to mount a buggy fell across the tongue as the team bolted down Main Street. A pedestrian halted the frightened horses at Ninth Street. The youth, scarcely aware of danger, promised to leave the team at a feed barn once sober. Snow likely saved him from a fatal outcome.
Company G of the 8th Infantry O N G prepares for the annual US inspection and muster led by Major Edward L. McGlachin. Guardsmen will wear new hoki suits with leggings and carry mess kits haversacks canteens shelter halves blankets and ponchos. A smoker for invited guests follows at the Armory in Wednesday evening.
The Geological Survey lists lands to be withdrawn after preliminary examinations. Fortler work will follow to classify the land and restore portions to agricultural entry, especially lands with phosphates. Western gas emissions near Butte and Anaconda injure vegetation but could be used to produce beneficial acids for fertilizer.
Farmers returning from a college meeting carry inspiration and information aimed at solving rural community conditions. The effort aligns with nationwide concerns addressed by President Roosevelt and the Goony? Life Commission, seeking to improve farm life and local welfare.
County court reduces the tax levy to 16 mills from 24 and sets expenses for 100. It appoints a long list of road supervisors and requires their reports from the county clerk on a special form. The county assess valuation is placed at 29,500,000 with expenses across multiple departments and a large allocation for schools.
Dr. W. B. Carll resigned as chairman and member of the school board during the Monday night meeting. His written resignation was given to clerk J. B. Brodie the next day. No reason was stated and no successor appointed yet. a special meeting will be called soon to fill the vacancy.
The Masonic Temple in Oregon City runs a large store on the lower floor and basement operated by John Adams. The second floor houses offices while the third hosts the Masonic lodge. The fourth floor is fitted for the Oregon City Commercial Club which is preparing for a formal opening.
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