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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1905
Page
2
Friday evening readers weigh in on the Weyerhauser Co. locating in the city a major lumber venture. Critics fear loss of business to local merchants and stores, but officials insist the company does not run stores or engage in ordinary retail trade and will not harm local commerce.
The article argues that past fortnight events and the Weyerhauser company locating a large lumber manufacturing plant at St Johns will shape the city’s destiny. It emphasizes stability, utilization of all timber and by products, and attraction of other industries, predicting St Johns becoming a major manufacturing center within years.
Rev Murphy first president of Columbia and new rector of St Patrick's Portland visited the university amid other distinguished clergy. Plans for the Pacific Northwest intercollegiate track meet open to all colleges are announced for April 1 with entries from University Park Couch Harrison and Portland schools. The meet last year drew wide interest. this year promises strong relay races and broader school participation despite weather impacting baseball.
The council approved warrants for 2200 and 1700 for unbudgeted needs, urging an immediate special assessment to align with the charter. Through car delays at St Johns create Portland overnight waits, and a label issue risks missed connections. Fire Chief Tufts tested hose performance, noting insufficient crew and pressure. A meeting will address electing an assistant and a track meet highlights Columbia and M A C performances led by Dan Kelley with record times and strong sprints.
The Review prints and keeps in stock the latest and most perfect deeds and contracts. These blank forms may be purchased at the office at prices lower than usual.
Notice is given that an election will be held on Monday April 3 1905 for Mayor three city at large councilmen two councilmen first ward two councilmen second ward one recorder one treasurer Polls open 9 AM close 7 PM First ward council chamber Second ward P W Hinman store corner Chicago and Ivanho streets Voting places and officers appointed by the council L P Crakk Recorder
The City of St. Johns Oregon announces at its March 6 1905 meeting a resolution to improve Jersey Street from Catlin Street to Richmond Street with dirt and gravel sections and to assess costs to property fronting Jersey Street. The engineer estimates total cost at 7471 h0 and plans and specs are on file with the City Recorder. Remonstrances in writing may be filed within 20 days from publication.
John Bottomfield Shoemaker advertises all kinds of work neat ly and done with best stock in the market used on all work. Prices reasonable. Located in Stater's old stand near Peddicord's real estate office.
A short notice promoting clairvoyant services at Wanda's temple of palmistry located at 211 Fourth Street in Portland Oregon offering readings in astrology cards clairvoyance and spiritual guidance.
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