Firebug in St Johns ignites two fires in town
A St Johns report details two deliberate fires, one near the French block and another on Tacoa street near Jersey. Night officer Dunbar confronted a fleeing suspect, shots were fired, and fire crews battled intense flames aided by Hon K C Couch and other firefighters. The piece defends the town’s fire service and urges funding for a new engine, while also correcting a previous misstatement about Mr Pratt and Mr Cobb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Johia
Uie
Tacowa Street
Jersey
Dunbar
Ivanho
Richens
Richmond
K. C. Couch
Doings Of The City Council In Regular Session
The common council met in regular session Tuesday evening and discussed the Central Lumber Co. title clearance on Charleston street. An ordinance was debated to correct a clerical error but was defeated on third reading, risking a lawsuit. Reports covered a Portland engine option, a 39% price per pound for bell metal, relocating the old chemical engine, and fire department readiness. Other actions included ferry franchise considerations, gas plant franchise, street repairs, license adjustments, hydrant placement, and a future Friday night meeting to finalize twenty docket items and meet Mr. McGarry on franchising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covert
Central Lumber Co
Charleston
Mr. Hendricks
Dhemcat Enginen
Portland
Hendricks
Ie Abell
Hendricke
Old Council
Dada
Davis
Hendricka
Johnson
Pittsbury Street
Moss
Davia
McGarry
V. Davider
Davider
L. M. Smith
Thomonh
Black
Pitteburg Street
Crawford Street
Jobne
Davin
Yan
Philadelphia
Shere
Bod
Doble Street
Dacia
Windle
Doblo
Te Street Railway
Denver
Peerlone
Tee
Elty
Richmond
Dergan Davis
Bouth
Jersey
Ol Joshway and the Sun A Uncle Remus rhyme
An Uncle Remus style tale from the Uncle Remus magazine July. Joshway faces a sunset battle with King Sun and Brer Brock, the tale follows the camp talk and the sun’s return. Joshway wins by outlasting the solar foe and promises to return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Remus
Joel Chandler Harris
King Sun
Inaugural Address Encourages Busy Meeting Season
The piece praises Brother Hall for a concise address and urges strong attendance at upcoming meetings. It notes warm weather may affect turnout and invites members to come hear suggestions for a vigorous summer campaign.
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Leorse
Bro
Hall
United Artisans Install Officers in Bickner Hall
An intereiting meeting in Bickner hall Tuesday evening saw the United Artisans install their newly elected officers for the term. After routine business, Mrs M A Bulls performed the installation, listing the roster: Roy Hall M A Gee FP West superintendent A W Vincent secretary Mrs B M Edmondson treasurer Mrs Hunter Instructor Misderab A Titus M 4 B Kilpack senior conductor Mrs May Kerr junior conductor Lewis Immons warder A W Vincent medical examiner Mrs M A Bulita pret master artlaan.
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Bickner Hall
United Artisans
M. A. Bulls
Roy Hall
M. A. Gee
FP. West
A.W. Vincent
B. M Edmondson
New Railway Signal Patent Noted in Scientific American
Recent entries include A Wilhelm of St Johns Oregon. The patent covers railway signal systems that signal trains in a predetermined relation to track conditions, controlled by train movements and partially by an operator.
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Scientific American
A. Wilhelm
St. Johns
Oregon
Delightful Fishing Trip near Upper Little White Balman
Charles Bennett and Dan William son, noted disciples of Tank Walton, traveled last Thursday to lure wary trout from a shady creek. They returned Sunday with a tale of a one day catch of 174 and total 445 for the trip, with more left in the creek. They plan to repeat the journey with Mr Jennett on future trips. FOR RENT cards at this office.
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Charles Bennett
Dan Williamson
Johna
Tank Walton
Upper Little White Balman
Dan
Mr Jennett
Prosperity Returns Amid Political Debate
The article notes rising prosperity and renewed commerce amid partisan views on Taft and Bryan, with labor and monetary forces influencing markets. It mentions educated public sentiment, potential shifts in politics and industry, and a baseball game where St Johns led 9 to 7 after nine innings as part of daily sports coverage.
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Bome
Taft
Bryan
Reconstructed Ball Team Battles Portland Ke m
The newly rebuilt Ball Team Bt. Johns shows mastery of the national game against Portland Ke m. Parker shines as star, catching nearly all pitches and delivering superb throws to Dance Waa. He also belted a three bagger, scored on four walks, and contributed strongly at bat.
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Valentine
Portland
Los Angeles
St. Johna
The Commercial Club Wake Up Call for Members
A critical call questions the Commercial Club for poor attendance and dues nonpayment. The piece urges members to attend meetings, boost the town, and seize opportunities, warning that half the membership asleep and the rest dead cannot advance the city or secure new enterprises.
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Iney
Prinees
Also Mentioned on This Page
St. John
Mr. Cobb
Mr. Pratt
Cobb
Pratt
Portland & Suburban Express CO
Eas Seawareas
First and
Flanders Streets
Woodlawn
Burlington Street
West Side Washed Gravel Co
Richard Shepard
M. Jersey Street
Wayne L. Mills
Jersey Street
Ol’ Joshway
Joshway
Weil
Josbway
United Artisans Install
M. L. Holbrook
C. B. Bailey
St. Johns Land Co
East St. Johns
Peninsula
Columbia Boulevard
O. R. & N. Railroad
Holbrook
the Commercial Club
St. Johns Lumber Co
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