St Johns Review 1909 Foresee Stock Yard Growth
The July 23 1909 St Johns Review notes voters with no legal right to vote may be questioned by a Sept Grand Jury. It reports a rare early Christian coin found near Forest Grove dated 146 211 A D sparking Oregon wood product hopes. Oregon and Washington Lumber Manufacturers Association secretary A Wastell touts Oregon wood for ship and wagon work. Portland plans a large Northwest stock yard complex with capacity for 76 cars and thousands of cattle sheep and hogs, tied to a new parking plant on the Willamette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Grove
Oregon
Eimperor Beverus
Mome
Portland
Lve
Northwest
New Grocery Firm Takes Over Newton’s Cash Grocery
Mowers J F Hendricks and D F Horsman have purchased Newton’s Cash Grocery at Journey and Leavitt Streets and will assume charge August 1. Horsman, long assistant at Colteli’s, is popular locally. Hendricks, a prominent city businessman, is well known to St Johor residents. Newton retires from the field due to poor health and may relocate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Hendricks
D. F. Horsman
Newton's Cash
Jor ‘Ney and
Leavitt
Lolly
Horsman
Cotlel
Hjorstunn
Hendricks
St. Johor
D. M. Newton
Ready for trestle work on railroad project
A report notes progress on a railroad tunneling and trestle site from Hurlington to Valley Vinto with grading nearly complete and piling work soon to begin on the west side. It also mentions ongoing tunnel site work, timber shortages, and a contractor awaiting notification to start. Community notices include a BYP social at Miew Davie’s home July 1 with 6 members attending and fundraising progress. Insurance ad for Paul or Northern Fire Insurance Company via agent Jl. Doble.
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Bialch
Harry HB
Wagoner
United Railways
Hurlington
Miew Laelida Davie Vriday
BYP UL
Gamer
Woelot
Mines Davie
Howtens
Resolutions of Respect For Venus J. Mona han
Laurel Lodge No 186 resolves sympathy to Brother TJ Mona han and family for the death of Venus. The resolutions praise patient parental care and note all efforts made, with copies to the bereaved, the Review, and the lodge memorial. A visit by Gov Fletcher’s old friend Dr John Gordon is mentioned, plus a note about visitors Lawson and Margaret Lawrence, and a job ad for a first class hand ironer at 1st Johnie Laundry.
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Monahan
Venus
Laurel Lode
Rome
Berraved
Review
Thin Lodge
Gov. Fletcher
John Gordon
Quincey
Mans
Canada
Europe
Alaska
Union
Northwest
Portland
Hoe Will
New England
Meat Markets Promise Quality and Honest Pricing
The article extols the virtues of meat sellers who deliver quality without flattery, asserting their products are always pure and the business relies on merit rather than rivals. It emphasizes straightforward service and honest trade, contrasting with competitors who rely on rhetoric. It also notes the Baby Show at the Electric Theatre attracting large crowds as prizes are awarded for various infant categories.
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Barlig
Rene Son
Iife
Hmtgood & Cole
Water Ration Rules Set by City Water Works
City regulations require advance payment for yard and window washing water and limit use to specific hours. No sprinkling streets, and wasteful use leads to shutoff without notice. Advance payment covers June to September through January 1, 1910.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Johna Water Works
Wwesting Co
J. H. Edlefsen
Churchill divine cate case statement to city dailies
Ty Churchill issues a public statement denying mistreatment claims and asserting no threats were made in the matter. He notes testimony was withdrawn and calls for public calm, insisting the matter is properly adjusted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Churchill Divine
Migwelt
Ty. Charwhill
Dock Auction Consideration Empties Unused Waterfront Streets
City attorney directed to review alleged vacation of streets along the waterfront and report to council. Indications suggest potential revenue from streets currently occupied but not vacated. Further detail expected in upcoming discussions.
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Water Front
Obituary Notice for Venus Monahan and Family Sympathy
The message expresses sorrow for the death of Venus Monahan and extends deepest sympathy to the bereaved family. It requests copies of the renditions be sent to the parents and the local paper, and notes a record be kept by the Vaion Woman's Christian Temper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venus Monahan
Deborah Livingstone
Card of Thanks for Baby Contest Aid at Electric Theatre
Mr and Mrs W B Basey thank friends for help in securing first prize in the baby contest at the Electric Theatre. They express gratitude for seat sonorous aid and support. Wanted washing at home addressed to John Kine Hartman street
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Basey
John Kine
Hartman Street
Portland and St Johns Seen From Crest Viewpoint
The article praises Portland and St Johns on the Willamette, noting growth, wealth on the west side, and Corneil Crest views of rivers and mountains. It highlights waterfront industry, schools, churches, street improvements, and the Swift packing plant near Oregon Slough, with local residents and businesspeople named.
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Portland
Willamette River
Portland Heights
Corneil Crest
St. Johns
Council Crest
Cotine
Willamette
Columbia Rivers
Mt. Hood
Mt. St. Helens
Bote
St. Johnw
Able Dry
Swift
Oregon Slough
Columbia River
Br. Johne
Johne Review
Harper County
Dr. Wilson
Hatfield
Mline
Milne
Clifton Wilson
Roy Hatfield
Tua News
L. B, Wilson
Bids Wanted for Lease of City Rock Crusher and Utilities
Sealed proposals due 4 o'clock p m Tuesday July 27 at City Recorder office for lease of city rock crusher and utilities located at Whitwood Court. Information available at city hall. City reserves right to reject all bids. A M Bibson City Recorder. Published in St John’s Review July 23 1909.
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City Recorder
City Rock Crocker and
Utiiities
Whitwood Court
City Hall
A. M. Bbson
St. Johna
Philadelphia Street
Church Party Rates Highlight Social Event Catering
The notice invites organizers to consider our catering services for church parties and socials. It promises competitive rates and a focus on hosting memorable gatherings.
Wanted Apprentices and Hat Makers at Vogue Millinery
Help wanted at Vogue Millinery for immediate openings. Apprentices and experienced hat makers sought to join a specialized shop, learn millinery techniques, and contribute to a creative design team. Apply now to join a storied fashion house and grow skills.
St Johns to Improve Mohawk and South Hayes Streets
The city officials announce improvements to Mohawk Street from Jersey to Willis Boulevards and South Hayes Street from Buchanan to Ida, including grading, sidewalks, curbs, crushed rock, and drainage. Assessments for the local improvement districts total about 1,600 to 2,800 dollars, to be charged against benefited properties. The plans, specifications, and costs are filed with the city recorder, with public hearings scheduled in Multnomah County Court.
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Johnie
South Mayor Street
Buchanan Atreet
Ida
Johns
Huchaan
Bure Street
Ivebanan
Belien
Maid Walk
Fle
St. Johns
South Hayes Street
St. John
Mohawk Street
Jersey Street
City of
St. Johna
Csty
City Recorder
Ely
St Johoe
Oor
Te Tereby
Anid Street
City
J. Johns
Asanten
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ST. Johns Review
West
Burlington Street
BY A. W. Markle
Saint Oregon
A. Ohne
Ayn A. Wastell
Oregon and Washington
At, Paul
Jl. Doble
Ales
Lawson
Minneapolis
Margaret
J. Vieteher
Thin City
Mirm
Iaweon le W Slater
Mr. Fletcher
Margaret le & Barber
Beattle
Johne Laundry
Electric Theatre
W. M. Tower
Caret Bros
Bonham & Currier
Hallands
North Bank Pharmacy
East ST. Johns
East St. Johns Land Co
East St Johns
Richmond
Northwest Warehouse Co
New City Dock
Python Bieter
Mowe
Nigathena
Josephine Hendriks
Alhen Wellner
Kavultent Denler
May Hoyt
Hacellent Chilorelindhy
Mavagur
Temple
Nelly Valwnithig
Mistrore
Correspes
Mra LF
Kath
Mistrene
Piabee
Hannah Vine Mi
J. Miller
May Kerr
Aire
Nettle Vilentina
Lolli
Tel Security
Smith-Wagoner Co
Chamber Commerce
Greater
Multnomah
Oregon Electric
Smith-Wagoner Co. Chamber Commerce
Telegram
Bee
Stockton
A. Unger
Jersey St
Vogue Mil/inery
Jeans Pumplelie
Vralstone
Couch & CO
Buster Brown
PTO Tree
M. S. Cobb
Cor
Jersey
Burlington
A. M. Besson
Louise Keegan
State of
Richant H. Keagan
Louise, Keagan
A. Manly
McGee
Hendricks’ Hardware Co
Chamberlain
Elute
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