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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1906
Page
2
The Review argues real politics lack substance in Oregon with few genuine figures and favors press scrutiny over free ads for private ambitions. It condemns self serving candidates and insists the paper will not publish paid political notices, urging ethical campaigning and public service.
Fragmented OCR text shows Portland Commercial Club promoting a joint statewide effort to publicize Oregon. It mentions Tom Richardson and TH Nae Dow Devt Tail, referencing advertising funds and publicity for Portland and surrounding regions. Names and details are garbled.
A fragmentary report notes a weston event by Richards' Oregon Valley Editorial Association with hundreds of dollars in sales and displays. It mentions attendance, advertising, and a push toward unity amid sectionalism, with local Commercial Club advertising and trade discussions.
An editorial-style critique argues America divides into grafters and suckers with graft pervasive across states and cities. It claims no law can pass without graft, notes officials’ bias toward self interest, and warns that graft infects communities while cleanups surface more entrenched grafters.
A reflective note on the bond between advertisers and newspapers, stating merchants pay for regulation ads and monthly bills while papers serve the city’s progress. It argues the press benefits readers and citizens more than they realize, until formal authority recognitions arrive.
The well known American merchant Marshall Picks died Tuesday evening in New York. He was among the few self made millionaires respected for integrity, never borrowed, paid taxes on no personal property, and left a notable financial record.
The Evangelical Church in St Johns invites all citizens to participate in Sunday school at 10 a.m. preaching at 11 a.m. Junior and Senior groups meet with CB. Evening services include 6 30 p.m. and 7 40 p.m. Choir practice Thursday at 7 80 p.m. Prayer meeting follows.
At an adjourned session Mayor King presided with all but Shields and Brice present. Tomlinson’s bid for John street improvement was accepted over Bechell Brothers. The council debated city hall site payments, Monteith street notices, and Chicago street extension. Eight new street lamps will be added, bringing total to 16 citywide. A deputy recorder was appointed and a further adjourned meeting set for January 19 to approve the appointment.
A column highlights an attractive ad for the Columbia Woolen Mills Tailors in Portland. The firm, though young, has built a large trade by meeting promises with satisfying products and fair pricing, earning endorsements from the community.
Citizens reflect on a proposed eight mill levy vs a one mill plan backed by Billee Killingsworth the Toffee King. Critics say the lower rate endangers services while supporters argue it aids taxpayers. debate highlights power figures and potential harm to St Johns.
Shepard, Dobie, and Peterson unite to form Shepard Dobie Peterson offering invested effort to attract buyers. They will occupy the Cochran block near Peninsula bank and later relocate as bank changes occur. The trio emphasizes legitimate conduct and dependable service in local real estate.
Commercial notice for cords of stove wood offered by J B Witatass at S19 Kellogg Street St Johns.
House two bedrooms with river view and low monthly payments. Wanted house and lot near Bee Office. Two more parcels offered with bargains. Opposite Sash and Door Store Jersey Street Saint Johns.
M L Holbrook campaigns for public street improvements by buying property between Burlington and East Chicago to widen the street to 60 feet. He plans Willis Boulevard extension and removal of an old wire hen-yard, boosting Harriet street width. Flora sales in Court Place funded by Holbrook support Chicago street widening to 60 feet, with an 80 foot expectation when he acts.
We are growing also and this is the reason. Goo. No. 8 cook stoves seven fifty airtight heaters one dollar six foot extension tables three fifty five dollar extension tables five dollars kitchen cabinets four ninety two dollars large arm rockers wood cane or cobbler seat nine dollars high back dining room chairs six five cents iron beds any color or size two twenty five wire springs one fifty dressers imitation oak seven ninety Old furniture taken in exchange Goods delivered free to St Johns M J McGrath 66 North Third street between Davis and Everett Main 2087
Lyons Kansas mayor A Fones writes to praise the local paper and the city’s growth potential. He recalls visiting last August, staying with his brother’s family, meeting old acquaintances, and expressing interest in returns for the good climate and opportunities. He encloses one dollar for the paper.
The Gazelle steamer departs St Joins at yellow a.m. and 6 15 p.m. for Portland arriving at Stark Street dock at seven thirty a.m. and seven ten p.m. Passengers are advised to use the public dock for boarding and disembarkation.
The last quarterly conference of the conference year will be held at the Evangelical church over Saturday. Rev. H. L. Pratt presiding elder will preach Saturday evening at 7:30 and Sunday morning at 11 and Sunday evening at 7:30. Quarterly conference in connection with the Sunday evening service. Communion service will be held Sunday morning.
An insurance sales pitch urges readers to consider the risk of total loss on buildings and promotes Peninsula Bank as the place to discuss affordable rates for coverage against Joss. The ad implies small premiums can insure against large losses and discourages delaying coverage.
City leaders faced a night of near disaster as heavy snow stranded travelers and halted transit. Eighteen inches closed streets and ferries, with toboggan crowds crossing icy waters to reach the river. A late night rescue found the milkman and council member Shields briefly semiconscious from fatigue and exposure.
Quote extols the grip's misery and urges treatment with Cham berlain's Cough Remedy. It claims the remedy has helped tens of thousands and notes it is for sale at Jackson's Pharmacy.
Moses Tufts showed a city house to a prospective customer when the man asked who built it. Tufts carefully inspected the home and replied I did. The stranger studied the scene again and muttered a puzzled phrase praising the house.
More fatalities arise from a cold than any other cause, stressing early proper treatment. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy has long been touted as a top remedy, acting with nature to loosen coughs, relieve lungs, and open secretions.
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