Clackamas Southern road completion contract awarded
The Clackamas Southern railroad project moves toward completion with Archie Mason of Portland contracted to finish the line. Beginning June 12, rails to Molalla by September 1 and to Silverton by November 1, with grades and bridges included. The Oregon City terminal is poised to reap new business as the line opens the Willamette Valley.
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Clackamas Southern
Archie Mason
Portland
Mt. Hood Road
Molalla
Silverton
Clackamas
Ba Molalla
Willamette Valley
Oregon City
Oregon Cily
Editorial Doubts Oregon City Line Will Be Built
An editor from Ganby Irrigator decries the Clackamas Southern road contracts, insisting the Oregon City line will never be constructed. The piece laments late doubts after contracts were LET and money spent, warning directors and buyers of further ruin.
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Hanby
Molalla
Ganby
Clackamas
Oregon City
Pletion
Silverton
I. M Swift
Time to Quit the Kid Play in Oregon City
The Oregon City council fracas over mayoral control of special police drew public weariness as factions warred over pay and appointments. The Quurier urges end to petty fights, insists on government duty to taxpayers, and backs those who serve the city rather than feud.
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Oregon City
Frost
Green
Shaw
John Doe
Dimick
Govrnors
Chautauqua offers a wholesome summer vacation program
The 70 acre grove at Chautauqua presents a low cost vacation with rest recreation and top entertainment. Notable musicians and world famous figures headline this year’s program starting July 10. Send for a booklet from Secretary H E Crass, Oregon City, to plan a season full of talent and value.
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Chautauqua
Association
New Yok
Gladstone
H. E. Crass
Oregon City
Seaside
Newport
Hill Predicts Rosy Future for Oregon City
Louis W. Hill, head of the Great Northern board, predicts a booming city future for Oregon City. He cites rich surroundings and water power at the falls, saying all wasted water could fuel new plants. His first visit impressed him with city industries and he foresees manufacturing doubling once water is fully utilized.
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Louis W. Hill
Board of Directors
The
Great Northern
Oregon City
Hil
Bridge Proposed to Connect Barlow and Logan over Clackamas
At a Tuesday Live Wires luncheon residents of the eastern section urged the county court to authorize a new bridge between Barlow and Logan over the Clackamas. The plan estimates a $12000 cost for a 1410 foot span to aid county development and land reclamation. Main trunk Eby formed a committee led by Len to study the proposal and report at the next meeting.
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Barlow
Logan
Clackamas
Main Trunk
Eby
Len
Morris Bros Win $850000 Bond Issue Bid Award
Bond issue of 850 000 dollars advertised by the Board of Water Commissioners was opened Tuesday afternoon and awarded to Morris Bros of Portland. Only two bids were received Morris Bros at 806 20 per hundred and Carstens Barles of Seattle at 896 90. The bonds carry six per cent interest and redeem warrants.
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Board of Water Commissioners
Morris Bros of
Portland
Morris Bros
Carstens & Barles
Seatttle
Sale Opens as Hats and Flowers Go Reduced
Sale begins now with reductions on hats and flowers as Mies C. Goldsmith announces the event.
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Mies C. Goldsmith
Public charter debate stirs Oregon City Live Wires
An Oregon City editorial urges Live Wires and the Commercial Club to organize public outreach before the July 8 election on a new commission charter and three proposals. It argues for timely publicity, voter education, and targeted efforts to secure support for the charter and upgrades like an elevator and public dock. The piece criticizes delays and calls for urgent action to avoid a failed vote and ongoing litigation over local governance.
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Cinneilman Toore
Courier
Jaleo
Live Wire
Oregon City
Ural
Commercial Club
Volera
Burns Resigns as City Police Chief in City Turmoil
Charles E. Burns, longtime police chief appointed by Mayor Dimick, resigns amid ongoing local strife and confusion over leadership. He says he quits until the city resolves who holds the chief position and who performs charity work.
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Charles E. Burns
Dimieck
Mr. Burne
Dimick
Oregon City and Clackamas County poised for growth and fortune
A local writer’s bold predictions spark optimism about Oregon City. Residents are urged to shed skepticism and embrace the town’s latent potential, with wealth of resources, surrounding lands, and Portland market cited as catalysts for a booming future.
Oregon professor inspects local quarries for road material
Prof Parks from Oregon Agricultural College visited the city with Mayor Dimick to evaluate several rock quarries for road use. Most rocks showed excellent quality while one or two sites yielded softer material not suitable for paving.
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Parks
The
Oregon Agricultural College
Dimick
Rain Spoils Portland Rose Show Carnival
Oregon City residents voiced disgust as rain ruined most features of the Portland rose show and carnival. A large crowd lingered Wednesday night waiting for the electrical parade and for rides home, stood for hours in the streets.
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Oregin City
Portland
Oregon Naval Militia to be Disbanded by Governor Weal
Governor Weal is expected to issue orders today to abolish the Oregon Naval Militia. The fighting sailors have been in continual conflict for months and the governor is disgusted with them, with taxpayers unlikely to object to the action.
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Weal
Oregon
Stick to Your Style for Fistacada Readers
A June 9 1942 Citizens message from Fistacada Oregon urges editors to stay emphatic and concise. The note praises direct writing and discourages superfluous words while calling for a stand against cigarettes strong drink graft and other evils.
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Fistacada
Ore
Courier
Great clearance sale on all mil linery
Miss Oslia Goldemith announces a clearance sale offering discounts across stock including millinery items. The notice highlights reduced prices and limited quantities available to shoppers at the store.
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Oslia Goldemith
None Know City's Financial State
Mayor Dimick criticizes city management as lax amid unclear finances. Officials acknowledge gaps but promise tighter oversight and reviews to stabilize the budget and address mounting obligations.
Officials Not Under Bonds in Oregon City Council Fight
Mayor G B Dimick defends against five month council dispute, criticizing councilmen for failing to post bonds and questioning the city’s financial condition. He notes authority over police matters lies with the mayor, and alleges misuse of oaths in efforts to hinder his duties. He cites charter sections on police salaries and numbers, and mentions roake Holman and Albright as initiating the uproar.
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Oregon City
Onle Laxpayer
Roake
Holman
Albright
Frost
Main Street
Suspension Bridge
Althould
Watt
Wanted Market Day for Oregon City Farmers
A call for a formal farmers market in Oregon City urges a regular market day where farmers can bring produce for sale at true market prices. The writer suggests Portland buyers would attend several days weekly, boosting local trade and uniting farmers with the Live Wires to develop the plan.
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Oregon City
Portland
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Beaver Creek
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Miss C. Goldsmith
Tom
Portland Railway, Light
ALDER
Hill
Cornell
BR. L. Shaw
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Coast Line
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Old Clackamas
G. B. Dimick
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