Draft volunteers allowed until December 15 in all branches
Special ruling by the Provost Marshal General allows men registered for the draft to enlist as volunteers in the Army Navy or nine Corps up to December 15. After that date no draft age man may volunteer though Navy and Marine Corps enlistments may continue with local board certification. Oregon Coast Artillery seeks 180 volunteers before December 16 in Portland with Colonel Hamond in command.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Navy
Nine Corps
Marine Corps
Oregon Coast Artillery
Columbia River
C. C. Hamond
Sasatant
Portland
It Makes a Difference Long After the Harvest Blues
A past Kansas farm laborer recalls husking corn at twelve cents a bushel and the shift to town prices. He laments oppression as farmers face rising costs and dwindling returns, naming buyers like David Hale and Godfrey Gough, with Walt Mason voice reflecting on hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Mer
David Hale
Hiram Horn
Kale
Godfrey Gough
Abe
Walt Mason
St Johns Bank offers tax lien payment service in Portland
Residents of St Johns in Portland can pay city taxes and liens with our service. We will pay the tax and mail your receipt promptly. Fee 25 cents. References any. St Johns Bank Peninsula Title Abstract and Realty Co by J Henderson Manager 402 North Jersey street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Johna
Portland
Any
St. Johns Bank
Peninsula Title, Abstract and Realty Co
J. Henderson
North
Jersey Street
Pyralin Ivory Ideal Gift Found at Currins
Pyralin Ivory is highlighted as the ideal gift and is available at Currins store. The note promotes Currins as the source for this product.
Portland Business Groups Back 6 Cent Fare Increase
A Portland Telegram summary notes unanimous resolutions by leading business groups urging the Public Service Commission to allow a 6 cent fare for the Portland Railway Light and Power Company. The push argues the company cannot meet costs under current wages and operations, risking receivership and poorer service if rates stay unchanged. The Central Labor Council supports relief, reflecting broad public sentiment toward higher fares to preserve service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Portland Railway, Light & Power Company
Public Service Commission
Central Labor Council
Reli HK
Buy at Home Creed Promotes Local Shopping
A fragmented promotional verse urges residents to buy locally to support the town and avoid sending dollars away. It contrasts home stores with mail purchases and claims local merchants work hard for the community, ending with a plea to choose local over distant options.
Editor Helps Subscriber Settle Duns and Renew
A subscriber angry at postage dues visits the editor who shows him several of his own dues for paper type fuel and more. The editor explains that by gathering reliable men to help settle them the subscriber can pay and renew for another year.
War Tax Provisions on Admissions Under 1917 Act
Treasury rulings clarify the War Tax Act of 1917 relating to admissions tax. One cent per ten cents of admission price with exemptions for under 12s, venues with max 6 cents, and proceeds to religious educational or charitable causes. Net proceeds used for exempt purposes negate tax. Dances and social events with proceeds used for expenses remain taxable. instructional lessons not taxed. Tax applies to admission into places. payable from November 1, 1917. Milton A. Miller, Collector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury Department
Milton A. Miller
A Dollar And a Heart Campaign Urges Red Cross Enrollment
Oregon launches a statewide Red Cross drive aiming to enroll 240000 members. From Portland, C. C. Chapman leads as State Chairman and Henry E. Reed as State Manager with campaigns extended statewide. The movement supports Wilson’s call for a large, efficient Red Cross for war relief. The slogan is Join the Red Cross, all you need a dollar and a heart, and every member will wear a Red Cross button on Christmas Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
American Red Cross
Morgan Burnlog
Portland
C. C. Chapman
Henry E. Reed
Red Cross
United States
Wilson
Orema
Fees Mounting Up for Motor Vehicle Registrations
Secretary of State Olcott announces higher motor vehicle registration fees under new legislation. The 1918 fees are projected to exceed 400000 and fund interest and a sinking fund for the 6000000 highway bond issue. November registrations rose by 59 compared with last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of State
Olcott
Waterman Pens Featured in Student Gift Line
Currin highlights a fine line of Waterman Ideal Fountain Pens offered as student gifts. The description emphasizes quality and the appeal of a classic writing instrument for students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterman
Currin
St Johns Roll of Honor and School Happenings
The St Johns page recalls Santa's clever aeroplane tale and lists students and staff involved in school events. It notes basketball prep, a community rally topic on the Port of Portland, and a Spanish club program with a planned repeat at the University Extension Club. Also printed is a Roll of Honor listing many local residents serving in Uncle Sam's forces at training camps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Nicholas’ Aeroplane
St Johns’ Roll of Honor
W. DD. Dotson
Port of Portland
St. Johns
Uncle Sam
Taylor M. Whitmore
Athill IW. Irvine
Deane H. Knowles
Earl H. Knowles
Theodore Bugbee
H. Byron Poff
Armand Olin
Claude E. Harris
Russell Poff
P. Galloway
Chas. E. Garlick
Marne Donaldson
Glenn Haskell
Ray Clark
Benamin Swan
Hubert Martin
Eon Lorber
Donald Strickland
Lowell Anderson
John LaVillett
Frank L. Thompson
Orin Lear
Hal J. Davis
Donald N. Trowbridge
Bert Larson
Alan Rutherford
Homer Plaskett
Henry Brandenburg
Ray Hawkins
Hugh Ward
Kindle
C. Satterlee
Gor[een
Wilbur Beilinger
Zelta Rice
John O'Neill
Harry Truman
Frank Green
Walter Rickgon
Frank Whitney
Thomas Reynolds
Carlyle Cunningham
Percy Smith
Arthur C. Clark
Alphonso Fox
Harry O. Hughes
Geo, Downey
Thos. E
Edward G
Ingolf Willikeon
F. Edward Isbell
Graham Moxon
G. Lincoln Fassett
Harley Manning
Deserves a Medal From Drowning Rescue in Slough
Willamette Slough near Sauvie Island saw a dramatic rescue when Curl Lacey and Miss Florence Ford, both unharmed aside from minor bruises, escaped drowning after a car plunged from the Burlington ferry. Lacey, a street-cleaning truck driver, freed Miss Ford as the vehicle sank in 25 feet of water and both were pulled to safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willamette Slough
Florence Ford
Taylor Street
Curl L. Lacey
East Seventh Street
Burlington Ferry
Island
Linnton
Lacey
Miss Ford
Sauvie’s Island
Mr. Lacey
Monthly Institute of Multnomah Woman's Christian Temperance Union
The Monthly Institute will be held at Seventh Day Adventist church Central ave and Charleston street next Thursday led by Mrs M M Sleeth with Rev J H Irvine speaking in the morning and Dr E P Borden guiding devotionals in the afternoon The day includes Bible study assignments reminiscences of Miss Willard and temperance workers Lunch will be served at Mrs J C Scotts home Everyone is invited Bring a sandwich for hot food and drink
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Multnomah Meeany Woman's
Christian ‘Emperance Union
Seventh Day
Adventist Church
Central Ave
Charleston Street
M. M. Sleeth
J. H. Irvine
Sleeth
J. W. Scott
E. P. Borden
Somme
Miss Willard
USA
J.C. Scott
Whittier Poem Fragment On God’s Unfailing Care
A compact Quaker era style verse line expresses steadfast faith amid storms and floods. The speaker asserts belief that God’s love and care anchor the spirit, preventing drift beyond divine protection and guidance. The fragment reflects a devotional sentiment and trust in Christ’s safeguarding presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whittier
Razors and shaving sets praised as gifts for men at Curring
Razors shaving sets and accessories are highlighted as appreciated gifts for men with Curring promoting these items as suitable present options. The note emphasizes practical grooming tools and related accessories as desirable gifts for male recipients.
Fine Christmas Program At North School Dec 21
A Christmas program at North School is planned for December 21 starting at 1 PM. Primary students open with acts, followed by upper grades, with songs, plays, recitations, and a Dumb Bell Drill. Visitors are invited to attend.
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Santa Claus
Exthertaneas
Room 4
Ranway
Mery Harris
An Unique Plan In an Irishwoman in China
Mrs Daly recounts aboard the Japanese ship Sendai Maru a young woman hidden in her cabin came on deck as the vessel rolled. A Japanese sailor slapped her shoulders to cure seasickness, a tactic the captain admitted he ordered. The woman was indignant, scolding him, and felt better afterward.
Hospital Site Offered With 15 Room Residence
Mra M C Soule states she holds the key to an ideal hospital site featuring a 15 room residence with beautiful grounds and easy access. The house is modern and a full block of ground could be secured with the residence if desired.
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Mra
M. C. Soule
Adv
Dance by Knights and Ladies of Security Council 2775
The Knights and Ladies of Security St Johns Council 2775 invite all to a social dance in their hall on Wednesday evening December 19. First class music by Sneed's Orchestra. Prizes include a Waltz prize with candy for ladies and cash for gentlemen. A couple nearest a marked spot at magic stop also wins cash.
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Knights and Ladies of ‘Security
St. Johns
Cooley Choquette Wedding Unites Willis Cooley and Ann Choquette
The marriage in Vancouver Washington joined Willis W. Cooley and Miss Ann Choquette with both families present. The bride, from St Johns, previously worked at Gervais post office and the local telephone exchange. The groom, a Silverton native, served in the aviation corps and soon departed for Texas for further training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willis W. Cooley
Ann Choquette
Tuartians
Vancouver
Wash
Dee
St. Johns
Gervais
Silverton
Vanscouver
Uncle Sam
Texas
A Slight Mistake in Forest Banter with Beech Oak
A man walks with a young woman in a park admiring trees. She exclaims on nature’s beauty, asks what a talking tree might say, and the man humorously interprets the oak as saying I am beech in a mistaken reply.
Xmas Candies Nuts and Fruit Line at Alex 8.Scales
Local shop promotes a full line of Xmas candies nuts and fruit at Alex 8.Scales. Aiming to attract holiday shoppers with seasonal assortments and affordable gifts. Calendar and phone contact Cal 210 provided for orders or inquiries.
Social Functions for Red Cross Fund at Skating Rink
The Bachelor Club hosts a dance at the skating rink Tuesday evening December 18 with all proceeds going to the Red Cross fund. A second patriotic dance is set for Thursday evening December 20 at the same rink to aid Liberty bonds. Both events promise enjoyable times for dancing enthusiasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thele Apes
Youths Companion Practical Home Calendar Ad
The Youths Companion Practical Home Calendar blends beauty and usefulness. It appeals to busy people by showing the current month and the adjacent months on one leaf, aiding planning. The calendar is decorative and suitable for any room, offered to subscribers of The Youth's Companion.
Oregon drives $15000 Bible aid for soldiers drive
The American Bible Society and Oregon leaders launch a Bibles for Soldiers drive December 9 to 17 authorized by President Wilson the Oregon State Council of Defense and Governor Withycombe. Ministers denominations and youth groups including the Sunday School Christian Endeavor theippworth League and Young Peoples Unions mobilize to support the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Bible Society
Bibles For
Oregon
Wilson
Oregon State Council of Defense
Withycombe
Oregon State Sunday Se Christian Endeavor
Ippworth League
Hap Young Peoples’ Unions
Shipyard Employment Growth and Capacity Hopes
The Byter Review notes a local ship plant employing 1500 or more workers, with ongoing payroll additions. The piece views the plant as vital for St Johns and hopes capacity will double within the next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byter
Bee of Co
St. Johns
Obituary: Rev J H Barnett of St Johns Dies
Rev J H Barnett longtime pastor of the Congregational church of St Johns has died after a two month illness. Funeral services will be at his home 406 Alta Street Saturday at 2 PM with Miller and Travey in charge. More complete obituary next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Barnett
Congregational Church of
St. Johns
Alta Street
Miller & Travey
Postponed Free Lecture Series Delay Until After Holidays
The fifth lecture in the free course at High Benoa was postponed due to speaker scheduling difficulties amid the busy holiday period. A new date will be announced later.
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High Benoa
Bidding on Dock Power and Terminal Car Track Work
The Commission of Public Docks invites bids by 9 a m December 13 for furnishing and delivering current for power and light at St Johns Terminal. A bid opening on December 15 will cover clearing, grabbing and racing for a car track from O W L R N Co s Troutdale branch to St Johns Terminal Portland Abstract
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commission of Public Docks
St. Johns Terminal
R N. Co
Troutdale
St. Johns
Portland Abstract
Temperance Lecturer Challenged by Honest Business Claim
A temperance speaker taunts if any honest business has profited from saloons. An undertaker in the crowd claims his trade has benefited, sparking a sharp debate. The scene shifts to a humorous memory of Saxby and a lean tale about a neighbor who prayed while in a well.
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Sone City
Forthi
Ch. Banitls Y
Nick
Easies Hall
Yellowstone National Park
Mt. Hood
Gladys Coon
Matilda
Fay Smith
Victorina
Edward Rood
Darlos Asques
George Larsen
Anselmo
Univerrsity Extension Club
Monthly Institute
Ver
Saxby
Bill Smith
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