Memorial Day Sermon on Sports and Remembrance
The piece rails against starting Memorial Day sports events on May 30, urging reflection on Union and Spanish American War dead. It highlights the Grand Army origin, calls for reverence, and promotes a Methodist Centenary essay contest with lavish rebuilding plans and foreign aid.
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Platt Building
Portland
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Christian Missions
America
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Europe
Arlington
Maine
Merica
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Jays
lLeaber Worrel Ball
National Tribune
Revenue tax on soda fountains and ice cream parlors
The ordinance imposes a tax starting May 1 1919 on every sale of soft drinks ice cream sodas sundaes and similar items at soda fountains and ice cream parlors. Tax is 1 cent per 10 cents or fraction of the total price paid, applied to each separate sale and calculated on the whole purchase price. Purchasers pooling orders to evade the tax is barred.
Public Scandal Shocks Portland Over Marquam Gulch Deals
Investigation reveals Marquam gulch transactions as a public scandal. Statements recount Distefano paying for a fractional jot and Dimares receiving an excessive jury award for land as Portland eyes a park. Prices in Irvington and Laurelhurst contrasted with grotesque sums paid in Marquam gulch suits. News urges scrutiny of conduct and bidding practices affecting city land.
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Marquam Gulch
Galiano Distefano
Portland
Distefano
Marquam Guich
Nicoleta Dimares
Pale of
C. P. Smith
Irvington
Laurelhurnt
Lota
Deven
Ivington
Vendor and Purchaser Guarding Employment Subjects
A historical notice asserts that employment subjects must be guarded to prevent the purchaser and vendor from conniving, invoking penalties under section 1808 of the P.
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Phhaser
Pier Contract Awarded for St Johns Municipal Terminal Extension
Ellicott & Scolins Portland contractors won the pier No 2 construction and a 300 foot extension to pier No 1 for 320207 after a public dock commission review of financing ability. Bank of California and Bank of Kenton pledged funds. Wakefield contesting forfeiture of his 17000 bond. commission leaning against refund.
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St. Johns Municipal Terminal
Pier No. 1
Ellicott & Scolins
Portland
Public Dock Commission
Bank of California
Bank of Kenton
Robert Wakefield
Dock Commission
Wakefield
Currin
Currin Says 80
A brief quote notes Currin stating a benchmark of 80 in the context of the modern drug store, underscoring the complexity of the business and the speaker’s confidence in mastery.
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Currin
Death of John D. Keliher at age 67 in St Johns
John D. Keliher born April 1 1862 in Calumet County Wisconsin died in 1919 at 67. Funeral held at local Baptist church conducted by Rev Burton and Dr EB P Borden. Survived by wife Anna Johns McAllister four children Lewis Earl Mattie and a sister Mrs Victoria. He served as St Johns councilman and belonged to St Johns Baptist church and Odd Fellows.
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John D. Keliher
Burton
EB. P. Borden
Mr. Keliher
Calumet County
Wisconsin
Portland
Anna Johnson
Jennie McAllister
Lewis
Earl
Mattie
Victoria
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Green Wisher
St. Johns Baptist ‘Church
Odd Fellows Fraternity
Ay of
St. Johns
Jen
Wemys
St. Johns Undertaking Co
Portland Woolen Mills at St Johns grows and thrives
In 1904 Portland Woolen Mills began at St Johns now part of Portland. From three small buildings and 60 workers it expanded to 16 buildings and about 450 employees with pay ranging from 11 to 50 dollars weekly. The plant utilizes sawdust fuel, runs on electricity, and plans a club house with dining, library, and entertainment facilities.
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Portland Woolen Mills
St. Johna
Portland
St. Johns
Sellwood
F Rae
I L. Thompson
San Francisco
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Thompso
Death of Old Pioneer Phineas T Hanson of St Johns
Phineas T Hanson a St Johns pioneer died after a long life of service. A Civil War veteran from Maine born Palmyra served with the Maine Volunteers before settling in St Johns Oregon thirty seven years ago. He married Adele Johonet and helped build local prosperity. Survived by widow daughter grandchildren and relatives. Funeral rites included Grand Army of the Republic and Women's Relief Corps services.
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Phineas T. Hanson
St. Johns
Columbian Cemetery
Grand Army of the Republic
Women's Relief Corps
Christian Science
Palmyra
Maine
Lincoln
Adele Johonet
Oregon
Portland
Victory Rose Festival plans grand gala parade
Directors announce June 12 as half holiday with a monumental military parade. 11,000 medals to soldiers and sailors, awarded by George L. Funk, plus harbor warship viewing, airship stunts, and original local songs. Mayor Baker may issue a proclamation. Governor Olcott possible. Celebration aims for historic, unforgettable citywide amusement.
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George L. Funk
Baker
Olcott
For Sale Cottage at 606 Hudson Street Offers New Home
Modern four room cottage on a 40 by 100 foot lot with orchard trees. Built about a year ago and close to business district and local industries. Suitable for two people and purchasable with rent-like terms. Two nearby cottages on the same lot have sold to responsible owners showing local market demand.
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Hudson St
Mrs Gabriel Pullin Vocal Teacher Tagihran Teeuting
Mrs Gabriel Pullin guides vocal instruction for student performers in a local arts program. The note lists instructors and tone drills, highlighting a focus on training and choral technique within the community.
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Gabriel Pullin
Tagihran Teeuting
Macellent
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