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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1905
Page
2
The St Johns Review outlines city salaries under the charter and budget figures, noting chief officials, legal officers, and department heads. It discusses potential tax outcomes, revenue projections, and executive expenses while recounting a violent strike incident and a tragedy involving a father and son, plus plans for St Johns railroad development and riverfront docks growth.
The piece reports a major strike with vigorous rhetoric and threats of replacement workers. It notes young replacements from the country and mentions hired labor from outside, while stressing the potential for escalation and uncertainty ahead.
The St Johns Gravel Co announces a supply of gravel essential for building, with officials M Keikht WoW. Windle and Tr. C. Rogers leading the new venture. After months of search, locals hope for steady access to this key material.
A new brickmaking venture nears readiness with limited daily capacity and a short wait for the first kiln firing. The project, amid strong demand and several blocks planned in Holbrook, Jersey, Horlingdon streets, is expected to receive solid community support and patronage. Also reported is a pleasant gathering at I P Thomas's home last Saturday for the wedding of Oscar Kelsey and M Jocielipperson officiated by Rev Bo McVicker, with congratulations from friends. Finally, a notice offers the Review for two dollars per year to send to a friend.
Regular city council meeting notes petitions to improve Catlin Street and Kellogg Street and to permit a ferry landing on Philadelphia Street. Salaries set for police and city attorney at 60 dollars monthly, street duties assigned to police chief, and bids discussed for city property at Burlington and Philadelphia. Bond measure considered, polling plan outlined, and committees named to oversee health, water, and streets.
The New Bank prepares for operation with a large vault and equipment. Congressman Fontney of Michigan is named president and will spend part of his time here, bringing wealth and industry connections. Mr Woods will serve as manager, leveraging ties to the Weyerhauser plant to boost local enterprise.
The St Toltns Water Co is enlarging capacity to meet rising demand in the Southern area. A large well has been sunk and a substantial compound pump will be installed. A contract is let for a 250000 gallon concrete reservoir. After completion the company will handle domestic and fire needs.
Local civic groups plan meetings next week with the Civic Improvement League at Mrs C Mate ring’s home and the Commercial association at Shepard Tufts office. A Baptist Sunday school organized last Sunday will meet at Seventh Day Adventist church. May dance discussions and a lecture at University Park Baptist church. M W A band returns from Baker City after attending Modern Woodmen grand camp and praises local hospitality. Isaac Vanduyn of Portland has built 800 feet of sidewalk in St Johns. O Dearing, longtime Pacific coast type founder, visits Review office sharing technical insights.
The City of St. Johns Council on May 1 proposes to improve Burlington Street from Hraliun Street to Tvneh Street and Linprowe Avenue to Jersey Street. Estimated costs include excavation, embankment, gravel, sidewalks, crosswalks, and supervision. Plans and specs approved. written objections must be filed within twenty days.
Classified notice lists multiple parcels and homes with prices per acre and per lot. Mentions acres for sale near a central street, corner lots, cash discounts, and monthly terms. Includes several low fidelity terms and partial descriptions of houses, lots, and access near a river or square.
A real estate listing for N F Noren Real Estate shows a price of $250. The brief notice identifies the firm N F Noren Real Estate and the amount listed, with no additional details on property type or location.
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