21 Mar 1913
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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1913
Page
1
A raid led Sheriff Word Saturday night arrested 21 men as downtown saloons displayed Odd Scheme Bibles as gambling paraphernalia. Players stab pages to find the first chapter end and score, lowest wins, with ties leading to rematches. The Bible is chosen for its frequent chapter endings and vise seen as unlikely to reveal results.
A Beaver State era item notes a Portland policeman in full uniform walking Lewis streets last Friday. Citizens reacted with surprise as the blue coat and brass buttons appeared, he wandered briefly, learned his location, and planned a return to familiar protection. The report suggests occasional policing trips beyond Portland after annexation votes last fall.
The text extols enjoying pain in extreme detail, urging prolonged exposure over a week to amplify sensations. It uses graphic, disjointed phrases about diseased teeth and bodily ache, with jagged fragments like rats in a corncrib and phrases about relief, urging continued torment and questionable self-care.
Currins for Drugs advertises kodak finishing of all kinds with no money due until you are satisfied. The note frames a service promise and a payment condition for potential customers.
At a regular meeting the council heard requests to use city hall on two Mondays monthly and for an electric sign in front of 117 Philadelphia Street. Bills for billboards, street improvements, and fire equipment were reviewed with bids on bonds and a street car-related project. A motion to buy a Studebaker sweeper passed, while a Richmond Street hard-surface project and curb work on the Willamette River were debated amid strong public support for street upgrades.
Rep Lafferty of Oregon sought to extend remarks on the eight hour law for DC female employees as the Sixty second Congress adjourned. The day featured St Patrick's Day celebrations at the high school gym with green decor and refreshments.
A proposed appropriation of 100000 dollars aims to fund extensive road building and other improvements to Crater National Park. The project seeks to enhance accessibility and promote the site as a national natural wonder for future visitors and study.
Local classifieds list Rhode Island hatching eggs at one dollar per set and related items. Deals include delivery terms and seller initials. Potential buyers are advised to inquire for current stock and exact pricing.
A Laurel Lodge 186 report details a unanimous death notice for Past Grand Brother J T Brooks. The committee notes his active faithful service and moral example, offers condolences to his wife and son, and requests mourning draping of the lodge banner. They publish resolutions in the St Johns Review and Pacific Odd Fellow publication, with memorial inscription.
The Evangelical Church invites members to attend the Sunday school, a short program, and a sermon on the resurrection. A Christian Endeavor service follows, with preaching scheduled. The note thanks attendees and invites continued participation as the conference year progresses.
The Sunday School class of St Johns Methodist hosted a pleasant evening at Mrs. Olson’s home 602 Richmond Street on Thursday evening Maredeth. The event featured Easter color decor, games, and a post banquet business meeting that elected Everett Day president Russell Drinker vice president Delbert Day secretary Josh Galloway treasurer and Francis Drinker as pollining 2008 s.
The piece laments doctors opposing a German specialist invited to test his tuberculosis cure in the United States. It argues for a national board of examiners to standardize certification and reduce jealousy among states and doctors.
Charles Bien lhqueer and Mrs Steinhauser with childen return from New York City after spending winter with relatives. He notes the apple market is improving with extra fancy hoods selling well in New York, bringing higher prices.
Jacob Carr died Monday at 6 a.m. at his home, aged 88 years 8 months. Born in Sussex County England on July 14, 1824, he lived in St Johns Michigan until 1908, then moved to St Johns Oregon. Survived by two daughters, Mrs Rogers and Mrs Goodhue, and a stepsister Mrs Goodhue. Funeral services were held Tuesday with Reverend James May of Can ton Church officiating, and interment in Rose City Cemetery.
An affidavit from a St. Paul notary describes a traveling man with a large ulcer on the neck near the jugular vein. Despite many doctors, only Allen's Ulcerine Salve reportedly cured the wound over months, claimed as America’s oldest remedy since 1869. The ad notes the salve is sold by St. Johns Pharmacy and other druggists. A separate item mentions a St Patrick’s party hosted by Mr and Mrs A M Downing with Irish games, carved potatoes, toe and corn races, potato humor, and a festive serving of roast potatoes.
Ten acres of Spitzenberg and Newtown apples, two years old, in the White Salmon valley. Prime location about three and a half miles from the Columbia River. Valued at 1000 per acre, price 7000 cash or 7500 with part cash. Worth investigating. inquire at the office for particulars.
Bertha May Bishop married Jos R Cavil in a small home ceremony at 200 oclock March 11 in the presence of immediate family. Cavil, a skilled violinist, is wed to the daughter of W A Bishop who has worked as a weaver in local woolen mills. The service was conducted by W S Plowman, pastor of the Evangelical church.
There seems to be misun derstanding about filing complaints with me in the matter of the St. Johns Water Works and Lighting Co Complaints should be written statements of objections to quality price service and comm of one company If quality is poor pressure load or water cannot be obtained advise me Include witnesses names and addresses and a telephone if any Give your name and address and your telephone City Attorney.
Oregon may exhibit its top infants at San Francisco's 1914 world fair with a state fair exposition next fall. Proposals aim to showcase the best babies and enter a national contest in San Francisco, amid broader eugenics measures and regional steps.
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