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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1910
Page
4
The St Johns Review debates regional bias from Portland papers and questions annexation motives. The writer defends St Johns independence, criticizes Portland mayoral policies on docks, and urges local resolve and self determination for future terms of capitulation.
The Pastime club staged a July smoker in Bickner hall with a four round exhibition by Arthur Schneidling of Portland versus Leslie Mahoney of this city. Edges of the night included Prof Frank Ely replacing Walter Arndt in a four round bout with Exposito of Portland. Ely appeared feverish but prevailed, while rumors circulated about a knockout claim affecting St Johns.
The article argues that railways face higher materials and wage costs and must increase transportation charges. It notes manufacturers raise prices when costs rise, that railways incur higher supplies and operating costs, and that traffic and net earnings trends compel price hikes to keep the industry and economy prosperous. It includes a New York Herald quote endorsing this view. It also mentions savings and newspaper subscriptions.
A 1910 addition plat was marketed May 14 in St Johns with street grading and water pipe work. Half the lots sold and houses rising. prices hold until July 1 at current terms. Purchasers may arrange building material on easy terms. sale urged to close before July 1. Also notes boxing history of Jeffries and Johnson and a brief rental ad.
Archbishop Christicus led a July 4 blessing of St Clement's parish church and manse in St Johns. A procession from the parochial residence to the chapel opened solemn services followed by pontifical mass in a crowded chapel. Pastor Rev J Kettenhofen and several Portland priests attended with an audience. The chapel school and residence cost $15,000 and mirror other Portland parish buildings.
Real estate ad from McKINNEY & DAVIS promotes plastered houses with improved street, cement sidewalks, and nearby post office access. Offers include a $2000 home with easy terms, a 1330 lot on South St Johns, two Polk street lots for 1000, and several North St Johns parcels from 275 to 425. Also features river row three room houses and vacant lots, urging quick sale.
An old advertisement urges savers to open with First National Bank to fund a vacation. It promises 3 percent interest compounded every six months and invites readers to subscribe for the Review.
Extra fine buys River View Block for 1000 and 1200 a quarter with 10 percent cash and 10 a month at 7 percent interest. Corner on Fessenden near Portland Boulevard sixing feet on car line 1000 to 200 cash balance 104 a month at 6 percent. 400 for Lots 5 and 6 Block 22 Pont View addition on Dayton street 100 feet from Portland. $100 cash corner 50x100 on Charleston and Seneca streets balance 1 or 2 years at 7 percent. St Johns Heights lot 46 near 190 feet street improved fruit balance 10 a month at 7 percent.
S L Dobie lists a modern Queen Anne cottage at 110 N Jersey St St John’s district offering 48 rooms with cement basement electric lights water and all improvements. Price 2000 cash or terms with 100 down and balance as monthly rent at 6 percent to a responsible buyer, contacting J J Karr Portland Blvd. Agent L Doble offers fire insurance through St Paul or Northern.
A fragmented financial entry lists drafts due from approved reserve banks and related banking notes with figures including 47,953.59 and 1085-49, indicating unsettled balances and internal accounting entries. The incomplete text references a banking house and items such as wear, furniture, and pictures.
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