Local Oregon paper previews July 1909 events in St Johns
The issue notes St Johns Oregon fourth of July concerns and a trout barbecue as a standout feature. It reports live stock show plans in Portland and Seattle during September, with exhibits to travel to the Portland Fair and Livestock Association events. Ministers, printers, and local notices are referenced in a promotional tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bond
Oregon
Seattle
Portland
Avewtock Association
Horne
Portland Male and Livestock Association
Atow
Beattie
Always a Bird A Pendleton Lady Has a Wonderful Record
Ellen beth Bird of Harrison county Ky began life in Paria Ky. She married four times and each husband died or left. Her names changed with each union to Bird Robin Huzzard and Buzzard, ending with the idea she will rise as a bird of paradise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton
Mise Ellenbeth
Harrison County
PariaKy
Herr Martin
Mr. Martin
Edward Crow
Weste ‘Athe
William Robin
Hobin
Huzsard
Martin
Robin
Happily Married J Donaldson and Miny Carri Haley Wed
J Donaldson and Miny Carri Haley were quietly married at the bride’s Sunnyside home Wednesday June 30 with Rev A Wigmore of Eugene Divinity School officiating. The groom is a Portland Collapsible Box Co. official and a respected businessman. the bride a popular St. Johns public school instructor. They will reside on West Charleston Street as they begin married life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Donaldson
Miny Carrinette Haley
Sunnyside
A. Wigmore
Eugene Divinity School
St. Johns
Portland Collapsile Box Co
Legion
West Charleston Street
Told the Truth A Michigan editor censures the whitewash in obituaries
A Michigan editor, frustrated by obituaries that gloss over truth, reflects on a well known elder who died at 56 years. The piece satirically notes his life as a rough, piratish figure with whiskey, debt, and a late church conversion, ending with a mock burial scene and an owl roosting at the tomb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Eldeen
Joan
Jesus
Venus Monahan dies after long illness at age about 20
Venus Monahan daughter of Mr and Mrs T Monahan died at her home Tuesday night aged about 20 years. She had suffered a long time but bore her afflictions cheerfully awaiting death. Funeral services were held in the Evangelical church yesterday conducted by Rev I P Gates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venus
Monahan
Evangelical Church
P. Gates
Swift Co Developments Near Kenton Townsite
A large steam shovel operates at the Kenton townsite just east of the trestle and north of Columbia Boulevard. Work removes elevated ground and firms lower tracts on property reserved for factory sites. Swift Co officials say this is part of broader development, with possible future factory locations hinted at nearby.
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Kenton
Columbia Boulevard
The
Swift Co
Burned Out Menara Dickford and Tennant Sell Twin Malle Firm
Former city contractors who formed a business in Twin Malle and Jerome Idaho a year ago sold all holdings and returned to their home region described as God's country. Heat reached as high as 115 degrees in the shade, making their departure a relief and a return to cooler climes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menara
Dickford and Tennant
Twin Malle
Jerome
Idaho
Triple wedding lures St Johns with six families
Last Saturday July 3 1909 at 7 40 PM at 310 Scott Avenue St Johns Oregon three couples Betty Ellen Agnes Peterson wed Edgar W Sorber David W Sorber Mina Agnes Cooley all from Muskegon Michigan and nearby families attended Rev G W Nelson officiated. A wedding supper followed at 314 Scott Avenue with gifts and house keeping plans noted for each couple.
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Scott Avenue
St. Johns
Oregon
Betty
Ellen
Agnes Peter Fighters
Christian Peterson
St Johna
Muskegoo
Mich
Mise Betty
Edgar W Sorber
Mise Ellen
David W Sorber
Nonn
William Sorber
Mina Agnes
Clarence F. Cooley
Muskegon
Edgar Barber
Clarence Cooley
East
Richmond Street
David Borber
Bride
Woodhouse Visits From Republican, Wash
Woodhouse a prominent St Johns property holder from Republican Washington visited the city several days this past week. He preached the gospel of St Johns during his stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodhouse
St. Johns
Republican
Wash
Fourth of July deaths and strawberry yields noted in Heppner report
The article records Fourth of July death toll concerns and safety calls for fireworks along with farming notes on strawberry crops in the Northwest. It highlights Oregon yields, especially G. A. Miller’s improvements, plus a summary of the Second Fourth of July reunion of Heppner residents in Portland and St. Johns, including a rain-affected turnout and plans for next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heppner
Portland
St Joos Wae
Seation
Columbia Park
Mra
St. Fons
J. N. Brown
Hfe
Mr. Alley
Mrs. Day
Mrs. Hayes
The Price of Peace Sale Ad in Rockville Monthly
Inlettent skin discomfort nearly vanished by Chamberlain's Salve advertised in Rockville's Monthly for sale at cents. Por sale by all good druggists, the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Ronnville
All Good Drugalela
Bowel Complaint in Children in Agnewville Virginia
Six month old child of a well known Agnewville merchant suffered a cholera infantum attack. Chamberlains Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was given and produced a complete cure. The ad claims success in bowel complaints in children when used as directed. For sale by all good druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey
Agnewville
Chamberlain
Thoughtful act by Hillsboro Chief aids fire safety plan
Chief Bredewan organized volunteers to place a hose near Jersey street public square during fire department absence. The action, aimed at preventing July arsons and aiding swift response, shows foresight though no blaze occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bredewan
Hillsboro
Jersey Street
Hredeson
Meat Situation in Bt. Johne Agitates Market
Public concern grows over meat supply in Bt Johne as Bitgood and Colv continue market talks and price speculation. Local merchants report tightening stock, shoppers seek assurances, while officials monitor potential shortages and policy responses.
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Bt. Johne, Bitgood & Colv Con
Water Users Told Fair Prices in St Johns Utility Notice
Water Works firm urges water users to pay in advance for summer months and assures fair meat prices. The notice warns against misuse of water and states that those who fail to comply will be shut off without notice. Superintendent Kdlefeen signs the St Johns Water Works and Lighting Co notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elss
St. Johns
St. Johna Water Works and Lighting Co
P. HM
Kdlefeen
Obnoxious weed notice issued by St Johns city police
AU portion owning property upon which obnoxious weeds are growing are hereby notified to cut down the same without delay in accordance with state law and city ordinances. Early compliance may save costs. CHAS BREDESON, Chief of Police. For property matters see Wolcott, 495 South Jersey, Bide Jentrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
St. Johns
Chas Bredeson
Building Permits For Stewart Street And Catlin Street
A. B. Borie to erect a residence on Stewart Street between 1 Holbrook and St Johne Avenue estimate 500 dollars. J. J. McCann to alter residence by addition of porch pantry and bathroom on Catlin Street between Catlin and St Johne Avenue estimated 250 dollars.
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diTo A. B. Borie
Stewart Street
Holbrook and
St, Johne Avenue
J. J. McCann
Catlin
St. Johne Avenue
Big Time at Vancouver Fourth Celebrations Amid Rain
Thousands gathered in Vancouver for the Fourth spectacle. The parade led by the Vancouver Band moved to the park where Rev Otis offered prayer. Mr Reeves urged rapid progress for Vancouver while Lloyd Davis performed and May Brealin sang. A Portland speaker spoke on forefathers, nation, and equal rights, ending with patriot songs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
Otis
America
Kiggon
Reeves
Oura
Columbia
Gem of the Ocean
City approves local improvement South Gresham Street Bt Johns
City resolution declares it expedient to improve South Gresham Street from Buchanan to Ida Street. Plans include grading, five foot sidewalks, 18 foot curb, six foot cross walks and box gutters, center six inches, under city engineer supervision. Costs assessed on benefiting properties within Local Improvement District No. 26. Published July 2 and 6, 1909 in St Johns Review.
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Bt Johns
Gresham Street
Buchanan Street
Ida Street
Bt. Johne
Wits
Burr Street
Elty Engl md
Bos
A Elty
City of
A Johns
Pointers for our Patrons on Stock Quality
The note urges printers to use best stock to satisfy customers and avoid cheap stock. It argues the difference between poor and first class stock is small, yet affects repeat business, claiming higher quality builds loyalty and profits.
Ordinance Assessing Willis Boulevard Improvement Costs
The city of St Johns adopts an ordinance to assess the cost of improving Willis Boulevard from Dessenden Street to St Johns Avenue and to place the assessment in the city liens docket. It records cost estimates, date of council action, publication notices, and appointment of Local Improvement District No. 24 with an assessment to abutting property.
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Willis Boulevard
Wasbenden Street
ST. Johns Avenue
City OF
ST. Johns
St. Johns Dows
City Council of
Wille Boulevard
Fessende
Bt. Na Avenue
City of St. John
City Recorder
Bt. Johnna Review
Anid Paber
Recorder
Auld
St Johns
City of St. Johns
Oregon
Willis
Dessenden Street
Hue
Ity
Elty
Nanedam
July Eal
Ordinance establishing Pittsburg Street grade in St Johns
Ordinance 241 sets Pittsburg Street grade from Crawford to Ferry Landing in St Johns. Council passed July 6 1909 and mayor approved July 7 1909. Attest, Recorder. Notices include health ad and rental card snippets from local shop, Ballard’s herb remedy and North Bank Pharmacy.
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Pittsburg Street
Crawford
Ferry Landing
City of
St. Johns
Pittsburg
City of St. Johns
Crawford Street
Perry Landing
City of St. Dons
Ordinance for Bond by Special Police in St Johns
Ordinance No 242 requires all special police in the city of Bt John to post a bond of 6500 for faithful performance of duties including not acting as truant officers for public schools. The measure applies to police appointed for specific days and dates as set by council and Mayor.
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Ely
Bt. John
Jone
City of
St. Johns
Proposals For Street Work In St Johns Sealed
Sealed proposals are due July 27 1908 in St Johns Recorder’s office for Willis Boulevard improvements from Fessenden to St Johns Avenue. Bids must follow ordinance 243, include 12 foot expansion joints and 4 inch through curb every 50 feet, with a certified check for ten percent. Completion date Sept 28 1909. Right to reject bids reserved. Published in Johns Review July 16 23 1909.
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Recorder of the Velty
St. Johna
Willis Boulevard
Fessenden T
St. Johns Avenue
City of St. Johns
Recorder
Bt. Johna
Eason
Johns Review
Notice to Contractors for High School Building Bids
Board of Directors of School District No 2 St Johns Oregon invites bids for the erection and completion of a High School building in whole or parts. Bids due July 16 1909 with 500 dollar certified check or 2 percent bid guarantee and 50 percent bond within ten days of award. Plans may be viewed at the Clerk’s office St Johns Architect Burggraf Albany Oregon, July 2 1900. Board may reject any bid.
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St. Johns
Oregon
Charles H. Burggraf
Albany
Bt. Johns
School Board
TANCH
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Saint Johns
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Venus Monahan
Cupid
East ST
East ST. Johns
East St. Johns Land Co
Staten
Richmond
le Hope
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Erie
Miller
HyOOG @ Lee
Bitgood & Cole
Wolcott
South Jeresy
A. M. Esson
King & Brodahl
North
J. ¥. Hendricks
A. M. Besson
J. FF. Hendricks
A. M. B&son, Recorder
Ballard
North Bank Pharmacy
Attent
J. Hendricks, M
M, Besson
Hendricks’ Hardware CO
Meen
A. Unger
Jersey St
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