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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1905
Page
2
A prominent citizen calls for a nonpartisan, honest, capable council in St Johns. He urges unselfish business leaders to unite, avoid factions and machines, and place the city on a solid business base, stressing prudent, principled voting and reflection in the upcoming municipal year.
A Commercial Association committee met County Judge Webster to discuss a river ferry, seeking county interest. The Sellwood boat costs 12 000 with 500 yearly operating, Albina boat about 740 yearly, city funds boats, county runs them. City heat cost could be 7 000 to 9 000, a large sum but may spur trade. river crossings might boost traffic and rail prospects along St Helens road.
Columbia University items recount campus sports, society programs, chapel services, and student activities. It covers a baseball win over Portland Academy, track expectations, gym games on Sundays, and student society events, highlighting Mangold Myers Hinkle and others in a lively 1900s college-news tone.
Local shoemaker John Bottomfield Shoemaker advertises boots and footwear at his station near Peddicord's real estate office, noting reasonable prices and a sign of quality. Details are sparse but imply an established stall in the Slater area with old-standing ties.
Notice announces a Monday April third 1905 city election with polling places First ward council chamber Second ward P W Hinman store hours 9am to 7pm and council seats plus a recorder treasurer. Also details a council resolution to improve Jersey street from Catlin street south to Richmond street including sidewalks grading and gravel work with estimated cost and a 40 day remonstrance period.
A vague advertisement promotes clairvoyance and palmistry services by a reputed No 1 wares giver. It claims spiritual guidance and urges readers to call and visit at Fourth Street Portland Oregon for conviction.
Sale includes price winning stock with three strains of 5 0 White Leghorns and White Wyandottes. Incubator lots priced at 6 per 100. Harred Rocks offered at 2 for 1 straight. Located at Union 1305 Point View Addition St Johns. Call for details.
The Empire Theater presents The Monshiner's Daughter for the coming week starting Sunday matinee March 1 with a special Saturday matinee. The company promises a strong, drawing show with a breath of pure air and a sparkling comedy, according to secretary B W Crosdy.
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