17 Jun 1910
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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1910
Page
1
Someday a grand bridge over the Willamette could transform St Johns from a wilderness into a civic beacon. The piece argues the project would unite Multnomah and Oregon, echoing grand historic feats and urging active local effort to realize a "Greater St Johns."
A mob of about 100 white men in Darlington Washington compelled 30 Japanese laborers at United States Lumber Company to leave. After giving them time to collect belongings, they escorted the workers to the station and saw them board a Seattle-bound train. No violence was reported despite longstanding local tensions over Japanese laborers.
Kenton presents plans for a two story brick glue factory by Union Meat Company at Kenton. Project budget listed at $65,000 with completion in two days. Preliminary framing begun for a neighboring two story structure for the same firm.
Damaged OCR fragment mentions Kerr & Son to erect action street between Leonard and streets for A. C. Gesler at 2700 dollars. References Portland deed for J. Stearns at 300 dollars. Gus Johnson to restore building on Ivanhoe near Fruaio. Calef Bros. advertise a second band sale.
The tenth weekly council meeting ran past midnight as debates over Fessenden and Ivanhoe streets dominated. Plans for Edison, Baltimore, Jersey, and Hayes street upgrades were approved or advanced, including six foot walks, macadam, and curb work, with a vote against wide sidewalk parking. A May treasurer report showed 6099.66 in general funds, and ordinances for sway avenue and Edison street improvements were passed. The session adjourned to discuss Portland Railway franchising.
Architect Lewis I Thompson drafts several houses for St Johns woolen mill workers. W P Jent provides funds while some homes under construction. Dozen more plan sets prepared. prices range from 1000 to 1250 dollars per home. Owners have set aside tract and lend money to workers paying their houses. The cooperative plan, tentative and evolving, aims to improve worker housing conditions.
A partial OCR snippet notes Gavin and Sian among savers at The National Bank discussing time certificates. It references monetary figures and events from last month, indicating savings activity and a focus on interest products. The readable portion hints at a banking context without full details.
The West Side crest of the river will host a modern seminary and related buildings valued over $200,000. St Helens Hall will move from Park Avenue to the new site atop the hill, after a $10,000 20 acre purchase by Willamette Investment Company. Trustees may take two to three years to relocate, while grounds are cleared and new structures erected.
Delbert Duncan a 1 laborer from 701 West John Street drank carbolic acid after a domestic quarrel with his wife on a Saturday afternoon. He survived as witnesses note he was drinking all day and the bottle carried a poison intended to kill. doctors say the attempt failed due to his continued drinking. This marks the third suicide attempt in St Johns in as many months.
A June wedding was solemnized at 8 30 oclock Saturday evening June 11 at the home of the bride’s father F H Brodahl. Chas M Magill married Miss mony with Rev Chester Paul Gates of the United Evan church performing the ceremony. The couple, now living nearby, are welcomed by many friends.
W B Collins and family have arrived in St Johns from Basic Centre Minnesota and seek to sell their house or vacant lot for cash on South Ivanhoe Street, with Mrs Collins’s Salmond and others involved in the decision.
Rumor circulates that a streetcar company may apply for a franchise to build a line in Willamette Boulevard. Possible route would cross Broadway Bridge, run along Richmond Street to Swift Packing, loop to the north end and pass Hayes or Fillmore to Richmond. A 20 minute Portland-bound ride would benefit St. Johua with river scenery. evidence centers on efforts to convert boulevard from county control.
Week ending Saturday totals show cattle 2054 calves 395 hogs 1250 sheep 5163 horses and mules 47. Cattle steady to strong with a 25 to 35 percent rebound from last week’s low. Sheep firm to higher, hogs steady after early decline. Retirement of Portland cattle buyer Wm Shepard noted. Horse and mule market opening cited. May Portland live stock shipments exceed last year. 515 head to Port land market in May. A stray note mentions a secondhand sale near Oyd street and Rogers inquiry.
A male instructor named Clark is appointed principal for next year at North School, replacing Miss Boss. The move prompts disappointment among pupils and supporters who attest to Boss’s long service and creditable work, while the board cites a preference for a male principal and a timely appointment. Boss faces uncertainty about future employment as she had prepared to relocate and erect a new home near the area.
The excerpt presents a reflective verse on future deeds versus present actions. It frames promises of generosity and kindness while questioning what has actually been accomplished today. The tone mirrors a hopeful but critical examination of immediate impact.
By year end most remote Oregon districts will gain rail service. Central Oregon will host two main lines the Oregon Trank and the Deschutes railroad. The Coast will see completion of the Harriman shnores to Tillamook and Natton-Klamath road improvements. Projected railway contracts and betterments across the state total about 30.9 million dollars with many new endeavors expected to be mapped and started before 1911.
The editor notes progress on Jersey Street road work and urges passage of an ordinance for surface improvement. Sewer installation must precede hard surfacing, with all necessary labor to be completed by sewer work completion. The column asserts Jersey Street hard surfacing should begin this year and invites further action from subscribers and local figures.
Portland prepares to host the 47th annual National Wool Growers Association convention January 6 and 7 with thousands of delegates from wool states. A large sheep show is expected, with many exhibits from Oregon farms and blooded sheep from other regions. Local committees are at work and a prominent citizen urges community contributions to seize this opportunity.
A local letter from John Hagerty to F P Drinker at National Bank St Johns Oregon urges voters in school district No 2 to support a school director candidate. He emphasizes taxpayer interests and service to the community, noting no prior public office and willingness to serve if elected.
Seven lodges of the Fraternal Brotherhood of Portland and the peninsula plan a Sunday excursion to Bonneville aboard the chartered steamer Kel. A morning woolen trade day is set to allow boarding, with round trip fare one dollar. Local residents have signified intent to go.
A quiet wedding took place on June 6 at the home of Mrs Sarah Kemp sister in law to the groom. Albert Kemp of Corvallis and Emma Langsworth of Williston North Dakota were united in marriage by Rev Jeffrey. The couple departed for their home the next morning amid a shower of rice.
The camp 773 W O W records heartfelt sympathy to the wife and family of A F Trumbo. Resolutions note bereavement and request copies to be sent to the addressed and published in the St Johns Review. Signed by J A Colr C C W Scott Kellogg, Clerk.
A 30 year old man who saves $1000 can secure a position anywhere and prove qualifications. The First National Bank promotes a saving program offering 3 percent interest to help young men start businesses and opportunities.
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