City Council Approves Extra Attorneys For Water Case
Tuesday council meeting authorized hiring Perry Stroud and a top Portland attorney to assist City Attorney Gatzmyer in the water rate case now with the Railroad Commission. A three member mayoral committee will oversee the work, with Aldermen Martin, Wright and Munson on the panel. Gatzmyer reported insufficient black and white evidence against the water company.
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Fiver
Perry ©. Stroud
Portland
Gatzmyer
Railroad Commission
Stroud
Gatsmyer
Prayar
Martin
Wright
Munson
Atorney Gatzmyer
Central Avenue
Burr Street
Fessenden
Elizabeth Caples
A. J
Reso
Portland Railway, Light and Power Co
Lynn Avenue
Set Street
Medford
Jersey Street
By. C. Cook
Hoodlama
Commercial Club
Fanon
Philadelphia
Four Leaf Clover Folklore Recited by Mrs Hufford
The poem extols the mystic four leaf clover sought worldwide for luck. It follows children and adults from roadside fields to homes in a timeless refrain praising hope and good fortune across generations.
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Folka
Ben
Dearie
E. J. Hufford
St. Johna
Fathers Day Observance Noted By St Johns Reader
A St Johns reader recalls early Father s Day observances in Oregon and the United States. He cites the first in 1911 at Evangelical Church in St John s led by Seneca Beach and notes a Vancouver service planned for May 18 as the second annual event. The writer honors Mrs G M Hall who originated and observed the first Father s Day and urged fathers to reflect on their duties at home church and in society.
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Oregonian
Vancouver
United States
St. Johna
Seneca
Beach
City Advances Street Purchase For Housing Ground
A city council session approved bills totaling 1852.91 mainly for fire insurance on the dock and city hall. Officials resolved to acquire a 25 foot strip on Burlington street near Smith property to improve Willamette boulevard, offering 1600 total with 800 down and 800 in a year, city to cover street improvement costs.
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Dock
City Hall
Willamette Boulevard
Richmond
Burlington
Parace Mn
Smith
Burlington Street
Chicago
Better Bargains For Sale Seven Full Lots On Qusepts
For sale seven full lots on Qusepts sized street with street improvements. Terms ten percent cash balance due monthly. Address C Cook 808 S Fessenden Street Currin says all things being local trade at bone. Frank McGinnis killed by an ee physician in Nevada several was iuis iy of Mra im Anes frown of city. Gilmore's Barber Shop a shipped Oregon Cia foe inten Guin daity on childrens hair.
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C. Cook
S. Fessenden Street
Frank McGinnis
Nevada
Iuis Iy
Mra
Gilmore
Oregon
CIA
Notice to property owners to file water main claims
All property owners who were obliged to lay any water main before service was rendered must notify City Attorney O J Gatzyme r at the McDonald Building.
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O. J. Gatzmyer
McDonald Bldg
Real Estate Transactions on Dawson Street and Nearby Lots
Recent sales include a lot on Dawson Street between Burr and Buchanan sold to Joseph Kane who plans a summer dwelling. J.T. Barron acquires land in Point Jew for a residence, Kell House lot on Nortellogg Street goes to W. E. Tucker of Salem, two lots in Point View to Ray Davis and another pair to Carl Stone. Four acres on Smith Avenue near St Clement Church sold to the Catholic Hospital Association with firs and pleasant surroundings in view of completion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinney & Davis
Dawson Street
Burr
Buchanan
Joseph Kane
Kane
J.T. Barron
Point Jew
Barron
Pnd Rere Hn Kell
Nortellogg Street
W. E. Tucker
Salem
Point View
Ray Davis
Carl Stone
Smith Avenue
St. Clement Church
Catholic Hospital Association
Anglers warned of rampant fishing law violations
A Columbia Star subscriber urges action against illegal fishing in St Johns area streams. He cites licenses prohibitions on catching trout salmon trout and bass except with hook and line, and reports three bass catches with nets in Columbia Slough. He warns that without enforcement, sport fishing could deteriorate to near uselessness.
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St. Johns
Columbia
Columia
Columbia Star
Portland Rose Festival to Draw Thousands in June
Portland vows a bigger Rose Festival from June 9 to 14 with Rex Oregonus as ruler during the week. Delegations from other cities will arrive ahead of special trains and visitors will enjoy parades, concerts, floats, and elaborate entertainments throughout the city.
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Portland
Rex Oregonus
Regn Roue
SEARS
Portland J
Building Permits Issued for Several Dwellings and Structures
Building permits numbered 18 to 20 and others authorize Leonard Erickson to erect a Gwellian¢ on Chicago Street between ith and Central Avenues for 1800 dollars. M Mackey gets a permit to build a dwelling on Buchanan Street between Hudson and Central Avenues for 500 dollars. Geo L Lenz is permitted to erect a dwelling on Mebane Street between Oswego and Allegheny. L P. Soakfo et plans a dwelling on Ivanhoe Street between Burr and Buchanan streets for 1000 dollars.
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Leonard Erickson
Chicago Street
Ith
Central Avenues
M. Mackey
Buchanan Street
Hudson
Central Avenue
Geo. L. Lenz
Mebane
Oswego
Allegheny
L. P
Ivanhoe Street
Burr and
Buchanani Streets
Is It Worth While by Joaquin Miller
A reflective poem laments human cruelty and indifference as brothers stumble on life’s road. It contrasts human violence with nature’s calm, urging compassion and humility before the isthmus of life ends.
Ready For Business At River's Press Co Garage
The new garage on Feasen den street near Jersey is now open with improved repair and overhaul machinery. Johns folks and many passersby note the need for up to date facilities in St. Johns. The firm added a four ton track, now five total, used with the Sacajawea river boat. St Johns features two up to date garages.
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River’ Press Co
Feasenden Street
Jersey
St. Johns
Pemeany
Sacajawea
Mr Vardaman Delivers Notable July Lecture In Louisiana
A historical report notes Mr Vardaman's July lecture on magnetism drew a large audience in Louisiana, with strong praise for his delivery and impact. The event is highlighted as among the greatest heard in the city, reflecting high local attention to his talk and upcoming address.
Better Baby Show At State Pair Attracts Big Attention
The Better Baby show at the State Pair next fall attracts growing interest and promises the largest event of its kind in the Northwest. Prizes are offered for best youngsters, with every Grange, Commercial club and school urged to hold local shows and send top babies to enter the all Oregon competition. Entry lists are not yet ready, but entry blanks may be obtained without cost from QO, M, Plummer, Superintendent Eu- pis Department, North Port Oregon.
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Ihs
Northwest
Oregon
Plummer
Pis Department
North Port Oregon
State Game Warden Plans Fall Port land Convention
State Game Warden Finley aims to convene a general pentane ice convention in Portland next fall to enlist hunters and fishermen across Oregon to assist the State Board of Fish and Commissioners. Delegates are to come from clubs statewide to help establish the nation’s greatest hunting and fishing ground.
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Finley
Portland
Orego
State Board of Fish and Commissioners
Sate
Rent listings from Mra Soule ad houses for rent
Local notice lists houses for rent advertised by Mra Soule. Includes property locations, rental terms and contact details for prospective tenants seeking usable listings in the area.
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Mra, Soule
Castle St Angers on the Tiber Wall at Rome
Inquiries about a large picture at the library prompt note on the Castle St Angers in Rome. William Story’s Gay de St Angels is on the new shelf, tracing imperial ruins, Hadrian’s Mole, the Archangel Michael, and Rome’s shifting history.
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Castle St. Angels of
Rome
William Story
Gay de
Hadrian
St. Angers
Domitia
Campagna
Vatican
Archangel Michael
Tiber
Papas Rocvan
Gricultural Department
Washington
Oregon
Ilinois
Panama Canal
Isthmian Canal
Sans Dieu Riens class organized at Philo Christo church
The Philo Christo Evangelical Church reports the younger members form a new class named Sans Dieu Riens meaning Nothing without God. They held a productive business meeting and social at Mr and Mrs Monahan's home on Tuesday evening the 20th inst with many attendees and visitors. The Woman's Missionary Society invites the public to an open meeting Sunday evening the 25th inst featuring music recitations readings and a talk by Mrs Sevilla Sette of Portland. Regular services follow a 10 o'clock Sunday school with a morning sermon led by the Pastor who quotes a scriptural invitation.
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Philo Christo
Monahan
Woman's Missionary Society
Sevilla Sette
Portland
Israel
A Pretty May Wedding at the Bride’s Parents Home
A Pretty May Wedding was held at the home of the bride’s parents Mr and Mrs 8 O C Call 326 Mohawk Street Tuesday evening May 20 at 3 o’clock. Henry Gillam of Portland wed Florence Colburn of St Johns with Rev James Murphy officiating. Mrs Lillith Halt served as matron of honor and Mr Herbert G was best man. Mrs Mabel Walker played the wedding march. A wedding luncheon followed and the couple departed for Portland to reside for a few months.
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O.c.call
Mohawk Street
Henry Gillam
Portland
Florence Colburn Pa
St. Johns
James BE
Murphey
Lillith Halt
Herbert G
NyRae Ax
Mabel Walker
Bowie
Model Lodge Room Renovationlized by Bickner Bros at St Johns Hardware
Kerr and Son oversee renovations converting the hall above St Johns Hardware into a dosedice style space with fresco work pavers and paneling. The project uses a 22 by 22 foot room with iron and arenes room features and a setup including a kitchen space, shelving and lockers.
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Bickner Bros
St. Johns
Kerr and Son
Memorial Services Held By Gen Compson Post And Ladies
Memorial exercises by Gen Compson Post, G A R, and Ladies of the G A R include Sunday services May 25 at M E church in observance by city churches at 240 pm. Tuesday May 27 post members will visit city schools at 11 am, with citizens urged to attend. A full program will be published next week. Some text discusses Panama Pacific and San Diego expositions and a 16,000,000 attendance projection.
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Gen. Compson Post
G. A. RW. RR C
G. A
Pam
San Francisco
San Diego Exposition
San Diego Fair
Smith Avenue property owners urged to attend meeting
Important notice to Smith avenue owners from Columbia boulevard to Fessenden street requests attendance at St Clem ent school house 1003 Smith avenue corner of Newton street on Thursday May 20 at eight o clock p m to discuss hard surface street improvements. Also notice of household goods sale by A lene Galen Chicago street listing Wilton Rugs and furniture with discounts, at St Johns Friday and Saturday May 1 leaving city.
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Smith Avenue
Columbia Boulevard
Fessenden Street
St Clement School House
Newton Street
Polarale Pericoa
St. Johns
City
A. Lene Galen
Chicago Street
Arbitration Notes on Dissolution of Firms Burkard and Mueller
A fragment indicates Arn ard and Mueller have dissolved as a matter in dispute. The note references Burkard and Mueller in connection with the dissolution and related proceedings.
Stanfield to Host Cow and Hog Day Rally May 24
Under the auspices of the Stanfield Commercial Club an enthusiastic rally will boost dairying and hog raising. No visitors will attend from outside points.
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Stanfield
Commercial Club
Place
St Johns Hardware piano contest nets big prizes and mega sales
The St Johns Hardware Co piano contest wrapped Tuesday after a lively run of a dozen weeks. Miss Minnie Kersh won first with 400 votes and a Parlor Piano, followed by Miss Clara Pyeatt with 4 595 votes for a Calorie Firelas Cooker and Miss Margaret W. Roat with 3 888 560 votes for a Chating Dish as the third prize.
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St. Johns Hardware Co
St. Johna
Anil
S. le Dobie
Wallace Tindall
Minnie Kersh
Clara Pyeatt
Margaret W. Roat
Louella Beden
Peri Edenholm
Mins
Hattie Rae
Stein
Esther Fitterer
Ieee
Helen Douglass
Wanted Ad for Earnest Assistants at Good Housekeeping
An old style classified notice seeks active men and women to join a plan promising liberal salary and steady work at home or in magazines. No experience required, pay arranged through Premium Dept Good Housekeeping Magazine New York.
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Good Housekeeping
1St Pourth Avenue
New York
Statewide Youth Contest Readies Oregon Union Represent
Warting text appears to describe school children in Oregon preparing for a statewide contest. It mentions planting vegetables, religious study, and the goal of representing Oregon at a year’s contest. Notable named entities are limited. references to Portland and Oregon Union are detected.
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Thea of
Portland
Hooy
Yenesey
Oregon
Man’s Bus Ride Confusion Over Five Dollar Bill
A city man vacationing in New Hampshire arrived at the station. He paid the fare with a five dollar bill, the driver asked which horse to choose. The scene captures a rustic travel misunderstanding at the rural station.
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New Hampshire
Wife and husband quarrel over love and chores by firelight
A domestic exchange reveals a strained relationship as the wife pleads that love has faded while the husband blames constant requests to light the fire. He counters that such efforts actually deepen his affection, framing a small domestic dispute in tender terms.
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Jack
Mra Willis Moxon Return to St Johns after Absence
Mr a Willis Moxon and daughter have returned to St Johns after an absence of several months in Adolphine county where they owned a valued land tract and homestead. Mr Moxon son will arrive later.
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Willis Moxon
St. Johns
Adpaphine
Moxon Son
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the Library
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Tereby
Mueller
Burkard
Greater
T. Johns
Weimer
Scott Kent
Kent
KB. Hiller
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