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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1908
Page
5
Republican candidate B. B. Ericson pledges to appoint East Side deputy Coroner E. E. Ericson endorses A. R. Zellar, a longtime East Side business figure, as deputy. Zellar is described as fair, impartial and protective of taxpayers and city interests amid local politicking.
The Mercantile Agency Books provide dealer names and ratings for sellers and buyers. Thomas' Register of American Manufacturers lists names addresses and ratings of manufacturers and sources of supply in any line. The Third Annual Badian edition (Sept 1907) is available for free use at Peninsula Bank for merchants and manufacturers not subscribing.
An editorial defends the presumption of innocence for S V Davidor while noting rumors of improper dealings. After a Journal front page raises definite questions, the paper states Davidor must clear himself before the publication’s editors can continue aiding his franchise, while praising his past fairness.
Unease over I O O F hall floor safety after tests show minor floor shrinkage in the room below. Plan to shim under floor to prevent collapse when heavy weights pass. Guy Brace will speak on WCTU at 4 pm. Also mention of Home Creamery event and invitation to attend.
The Home Creamery announces the birth of a girl to Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Markle at 529 South Ivanhoe Street on Tuesday morning March 31. The community item also notes an upcoming M E B church dinner in Holbrook building on Jersey Street, Mrs. Parker’s recovery, Mrs. Frizell’s return to California, and Mr. and Mrs. Davenport’s two year relocation to Detroit and Seattle with heartfelt wishes for their return. Remember the Home Creamery.
Humorous tale of Mr Bowser's misadventures when Mrs Bowser travels to visit her ill mother leaving a cold house. He endures a failing furnace, a dead cat, long nights alone, and frantic diary entries describing bread and milk meals, haunting noises, and his plan to hire help to keep from relapsing into bachelor habits while awaiting her return.
Platform pledges strict adherence to the city charter and Oregon state law. It asserts that Pogues sid the interests of the city with zeal and fidelity as if it were private business.
Dialogues reveal a tangle over hiring cooks with Mrs Flatleigh accusing poaching and Mrs Buburben admitting only忙 trying to place cooks. Jack recalls Miss Poachly’s father inviting him to visit a new house but he was turned away at the door.
An obscure Pittsburg Post remark notes a man’s potential, saying he is lazy yet has the waking of a good man in him and could be spurred to action with a kick. The comment reflects a historical newspaper voice on personal reform.
The marriage was held at the bride’s home near the bridge over Hill road. J. M. Yeates and F. Y. K. Brig were the couple, with Yeates noted as a long-time stock dealer. The couple will reside in the bride’s home.
An old ragtime tale reports the Limekiln Club’s president planning drastic measures at the upcoming Saturday session. Members fear a harsh censure as tales of swindling and hollow promises rise, highlighting grafts in business and church circles and a push to clean house.
A storefront ad promotes low price tea and coffee with a money back note. It offers cheap lots in block 3, Smith's addition St. Johns for $500 down with balance on own terms. Contact Hast 2407 at 103 S. Jersey street.
A garbled OCR fragment presents archaic dialect phrases about value, caution, and nerves among elders. The text is unclear and lacks coherent event, names, or places to establish a concrete news item.
Our charges for card of thanks resolutions of respect and notices of church or lodge entertainments are set at 1.00 dollar for card of thanks and resolutions of respect. Notices for events with admission charges cost 5 cents. if admission is free we will not apply the charge. This explains our policy to readers.
Mrs Gray entertained guests including Mr and Mrs Davenport and Mrs Davenport at Lehigh Street for a lively Saturday gathering. Pedro game provided amusement while refreshments were served. Mrs Davenport and Mrs O Hara won recognition for their turns at hosting and social graces were praised by all attendees.
The Taxpayers and Circle Ticket will hold a public meeting at the Cornell Chapel of the city wall Saturday at eight o'clock. All voters are invited to be present.
The Home Creamery opens in the recently vacated St. Joly Creamery space on Swantee street rear of St Johns Clothing house. It will constantly operate on fresh butter eggs crow roll batter milk and cottage cheese.
Fragmentary report mentions a James Cole relating to a ball in Meknur with references to prominent people. Details are unreadable, with names and precise context missing.
A reader recalls the St Johns Creamery in Jersey and notes a forthcoming payment day next Monday with reduced penalties. It mentions partial payment options and a lender willing to extend until October, with penalties accruing at four percent monthly for overdue balances.
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