02 Jun 1911
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Newspaper
Oregon City Courier
Location
Oregon City, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1911
Page
1
An essay contrasts true friends with sunny day peers. It praises a loyal few who stand by in hard times, especially when one faces danger or loss, while dismissing fair weather companions as unreliable and self serving. Real friends endure and deserve lasting trust.
The woman identified as Mra A B Combe living previously in this city is reported to be seriously ill at St. Vincent's Hospital in Portland.
A Courier story about Ol Dwellers' relics from the James plateau in New Mexico attracts readers. A worker placed hay labeled 2000 years old beside the relics, provoking amused disbelief as people mistake plain hay for ancient artifacts.
Work on the Clackamas Southern railroad advances with crews at Beaver Creek Molina and Molilla. Officials forecast three miles of grading cut time and cost in half while tying materials are bid this month. The line is expected to reach Mulivo by November 1 boosting Oregon City land values and local real estate speculation.
City educators across grades press for higher wages with teachers in high school aiming at $90 per month. The editorial argues wage increases are needed due to devalued dollars and suggests raises may raise prices, noting the lack of measurable output from schools to base raises on. It calls for funding sources to cover higher wages across farmers, workers, merchants, and property owners.
A noted Christian Science lecturer, Janioa J. Finne M D of Heston, will speak at Shively's Opera House. The event extends a cordial invitation to all, and admission is free with no collection taken.
Misa Hula Schubes will depart from a port city for Arizona where she plans a relaxing vacation visiting relatives and exploring local sights.
An advertisement seeks a salesman to represent the Irrigation and Land Company of Idaho in Oregon City. It promises an attractive investment and sales plan and offers the highest salary in Clackamas County for a man of standing. References required. Address Fruitland Acreage Company, Ltd., Box 685 Boise, Idaho.
Mies Nell Swafford is visiting relatives in Eugene this week, staying with family and catching up on local events.
At Twelfth street near work sites a cache of bones and stone tools was uncovered. A basin shaped stone, arrows and unfinished implements drew interest while experts discuss its function and age. Preservation plans are set for the finds as workers speculate on ancient riverbank camps and later burials by mixed groups.
Monday evening the city council passed the weights and measures ordinance appointing a three member board of inspectors whose term begins July 1. They will quarterly report to the city on standards and enforcement while violators face fines from twenty five to one hundred dollars or jail time.
Portland announces a week long carnival starting next Monday with the largest crowds yet anticipated. Festivals run through June 10 with better pageants, decorations, and citywide display plans attracting visitors from Oregon and beyond despite the upcoming city election on June 6.
A $40 000 sale of a 1000 acre tract in Springwater district Clackamas County to a Minneapolis syndicate closed Monday. The land west of the Portland Railway Light & Power plant under construction for the Clackamas river site is described as red shot variety suited to apple growing. Buyers RFP Fike plan to subdivide into five and ten acre parcels and offer to Minneapolis St Paul investors and Oregon homebuilders for apple culture ventures.
A fragmentary ad notes Dean's Ointment as a remedy for obstinate hives and itching. It appeals to readers to avoid suffering and to seek the drug from local druggists, promising relief for uncomfortable skin conditions.
Road Supervisor Frank Jagger offers full cooperation in county road and bridge questions. He defends rock crushers and Oak Grove machine purchase, says bids were met and cost saved, and asserts bridges are being strengthened to handle heavy machinery. He notes some bridges were dangerous and county acts within law. calls accusations envy driven and urges investigation.
Sunday morning around nine, the dead infant was found by children on Eleventh Street where fill work is in progress. Neighbors reported it and authorities exhumed the body. Police seek the person or persons responsible and will pursue a thorough investigation into abandonment and potential death.
Citizens debate council attempts to regulate upcoming gas prices and telephone service rates. Critics argue rates would stay high as the public bears the burden while officials promise consideration and remedies.
A heated editorial argues guarding children over dogs during hot days. It cites census figures on dogs and children, urges keeping dogs at home, providing water and care, and warns of hydrophobia dangers and a rough city scene if dogs roam freely. The piece condemns those who favor dogs over children.
Portland Light and Power Company says lighting price will drop one third across Portland and all customers. They claim Huracada Plant completion enables further substantial rate reductions, enabling widespread use of electric heaters and irons.
The Oregon City Commercial Club reports a letter from F Rooff of Kansas City seeking a fruit evaporator in Oregon City or nearby. He has run an evaporator in his city, believes Clackamas County is ideal for fruit and berry areas, and aims to reduce waste from unsold crops. The club plans to support a potential relocation visit.
Miss Topping from the state Library board and volunteers classify new books for Oregon City Library. Despite tight funds the association plans to open soon and aims to connect with nationwide libraries to guide future acquisitions. The collection includes history fiction children and reference works.
Rex Grogonos and David Belasco present The Lily at Heilig Theatre during festival week with Monday opening and matinees on Wednesday and Saturday. Local sensational stagecraft promises a bloom of romance and dramatic triumph from the famed duo.
The piece notes a Canemah Park baseball game Sunday between Prive Bros. and the Weens of Portland. It also mentions the Congregational Brotherhood's final meeting of the season next Tuesday and a banquet for members. Deputy Sheriff Frost brought Wesley Stracken from Obetryville on assault charges. a June 10 hearing was set by Justice Samson.
A Kansas visitors letter from Blue Mound recounts western Oregon agriculture and building cheapness in the Willamette Valley from Portland southward. They note orchard land prices and boom towns like Twin Falls Idaho, while warning southern Idaho towns lag behind growth and warn against believing Idaho land is easily bought cheap under irrigation.
Memorial events marked by a Drum Corps parade to Willamette Hall with Mead Post GAR Women's Relief Group and schoolchildren, speeches by Father Hilly and Fr ooze, river flowers at the suspension bridge, and a march to Mountain View Cemetery to honor brave soldiers who died at sea.
An OCR snippet markets HERLINE as a bowel purifier that promotes regular movement and a cheerful mood. It lists Jones Drug as the seller with an implied price.
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