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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1911
Page
2
The St Johns Review urges readers to consider the impact of newspaper ads on local trade while lamenting mothers abandoning homemaking for social pursuits. It frames advertising as a silent salesman and warns that neglecting duty leads to unfulfilling paths, urging readers toward family and home.
The Review notes subscribers stop receiving the paper abruptly and suggests the date on the label should suffice. They state no solicitors are sent to collect and claim three fourths pay without solicitation, saving costs. They mention a plan to expose one fourth deemed dishonest.
Citizens welcome confirmation that Charleston street water front stub has never been vacated. An exchange offer may swap this ground next to the Richmond street dock for a portion of dock property. The stub extends from Albany street to the harbor line about 60 by 60 feet, creating 140 feet of water frontage with added ground. A dispute looms as Marine Iron Works pressed for vacatur. attorney Hieon says it was never legally vacated. A $1000 bid by R. W. McKee sparked discussion on city action to retain or trade for something of equal value.
The writer defends Councilman G. L. Perrine against claims of hostility toward him for socialist leanings. He asserts Perrine is a strong, fearless leader and among St Johns’ best councilmen, noting his actions prove resolve not fear. The piece suggests Perrine’s socialist views might benefit the city if more officials were similar.
President Lewis W. Hill of the Great Northern envisions a Portland to ocean line at Tillamook. He says once finances permit, United railways will extend to the coast within a few years, a primary item in Hill’s plans. Idle Hour theatre operates Saturdays and Sundays, Fleishman in charge at the office theatre.
Local notices show a matinee benefit by McChesney Block Boy Scouts this afternoon while rentals list several rooms for let and a five room plastered house on W Tyler street. Also a good confectionery stand for sale and assorted community notices appear through the page.
An article circulating in the press urges parents to warn and protect daughters from dangers that threaten them. It argues those who lead astray girls were once innocent youths and stresses shared accountability within the family for a safe home.
Memorial Day observances are planned with GAR participation led by Peter Porter. Church services at M E Church at 2:40 PM Tuesday. A parade will assemble at GA Hall at 10 AM and proceed to the cemetery for a memorial program.
The Fraternal Brotherhood of St Johns Oregon notes the death of Virgil Whitsell who moved there from his mother and extends sincere sympathy to the bereaved brother. Resolutions authorize publication in the St Johns Review and spread upon lodge records. Committee members Kal Stockton N A Gee and lua Kingsbury initiate action.
In St Johns scarce housing for the better class proves hard to find with one party spending two days seeking and settling temporarily. Six acres were bought earlier this month to build a monastery above Whitwood Court for St Helens Episcopalians, with a large school planned beside it and construction expected to begin soon.
D Ferguson of 122 Fox Street owns a prized small Bible stories book. It is said to have been printed in Hogland long ago and handed down through generations. The volume measures about inches by inches, about 251 pages, with legible print. Subscribe for the Review and the apes.
The North Bank Pharmacy announces the addition of Mr. Cady, a graduate of O A C, with extensive compounding experience. Dr H O Brown Chiropractor lists office hours at 415 North Kellogg Street and local church activities follow. The annual Bachelors' Club ball at St Johns Rink drew 66 couples, with orange and green pennants, Weinber orchestra, and punch.
Apportionment of the cost of improving N Tranhow street from Catlin street to Weyer haver avenue totals 4,2340 dollars. The district extends to the center of abutting lots and blocks. Remonstrances may be filed with the recorder Frank A. Rice until 5 PM June 5. Published in St Johns Review May 1 9 6 198
The city apportions the cost of improving Mohawk Street between Ivanhoest and Lamette Boulevard totaling 5051.96 with assessment district extending back to lots. VRank A. Rice invites objections in writing for the district by 5 PM June 5, 1917, in the Johns Review publication.
The cost of improving Philadelphia Street between Jermey Street and Ivanhine heats is 1,413.28. Assessments may be examined at the undersigned office until 5 p.m. on June 5.VRANEK A. RICK, Publisher, St. Johns Review, May 25, igtt.
Proposals for street paving on Westimore Street from Cathie to Richwald line in St Johns will be received by the Recorder. Engineer’s estimate is 29515 dollars and bids must follow printed blanks. Deadline is the final publication date. proposals require certified check or bid bond.
City Council adopts the engineer’s report for opening Bradford Street from Richmond Street to Out Lot E Miner’s Addition St Johns. Description and plat of land affected, including parcels owned by O R & N Co and Anna Merrill, reviewed May 16 1911 and approved by mayor and city recorder. publication in St Johns Review.
The city of St Johns enacts Crawford Street extension from Richland Street to Lot F in A L Miner's Addition. Resolution from May 2, 1911 required survey, plot, and written report. Description details begin at a point north of Rich Street and follow bearings to Crawford Street, ending at Crawford Creek. Published May 19, 1941 in St Johns Review.
Advertisement for a white frame house near the car line with double walls and floors, quality wood, shaded yard, no street assessments, priced at 725 dollars with 25 cash and 10 monthly payments at 7 percent interest.
Advertisers are urged to submit advertisement copy and changes by Wednesday at 7 o clock p.m. to insure prompt publication. The notice urges timely coordination with the printer to avoid delays.
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