More New Industries Energize St Johns Region
The article spotlights J M Leach foundry and stove works and Union Iron Works near J Hill’s canal in St Johns. It notes a busy, progressive industrial corner with Corn Flake Food Co and promising suburban spur, predicting growth and coast trade outlet. W R Jenkinson leads the machine shop. the setup anticipates marine and ship work alongside forge and lathe capabilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Hill
J. M. Leach
Union Iron Works
Corn Flake Food Company
Benides
W.R. Jenkinson
St. Johns
Fire Boys Elect Officers In St Johns
The community reports the election of Barney F Noonan as fire chief and J F Hendricks as president. The piece argues for city funding of the department, noting inadequate equipment and hall space while highlighting civic duty and the need for a quarterly 50 gift to cover clothing and hall improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barney F Noonan
J. F. Hendricks
B. F. Noonan
Adam F. Kaewlein
K. C. Couch
W. J. Lanny
L. M. Oshuse
Jess Linguist
W. L. Speer
Hook and Ladder Company
al. Shaw
Chemical Engine Company
J. T. King
Chicago
Gervais
St. Johns
Albia
Iowa
Barnes
John Alford
Here
Halifax
Fire Department
University Park Not Affected by Wall Street Turmoil
A report from University Park notes no apparent impact from tough Wall Street times. Locals describe widespread activity with workers in stores, factories, and homes, while Portsmoor and St Johns show vigilance but no alarm. Officials assure the country remains stable and production strong enough to prevent a lasting downturn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University Park
Wall Street
Lee
Hing
Portsmoor
St. Johns
Oregon’s Financial Outlook Seems Bright Despite Hiccups
The report notes steady money flow and bank reserves in Oregon as agricultural sectors struggle to align with the year 1907 8. It cites crop values totaling $15 000 000 and fruit crops at $5 000 900, with farming buildings valued around $20 000 000. Officials promise the stream will correct itself and claim banks possess ample funds to sustain recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Local newspapermen eye Watertown as new home
Mr and Mrs Thos A Jenson of Watertown visit Seattle and Tacoma and sample our city. They have tried Mace products, plan to relocate here, and are warmly welcomed as friendly, seasoned newspaper men who see Watertown as a good place to settle.
Coming Back to St Johns Brings Oswego Couple Home
Mr and Mrs J W Bickner of Oswego visited Portland last week and came to St Johns Saturday with Mrs Bickners Seattle sister and baby. Mrs Bickner says there is no place like St Johns and they plan to move back here, a welcome note to friends and locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Bickner
Oswego
Portland
St. Johns
Butterworth to Sing at M E Church Service
Local note states H Butterworth, new jeweler in Holbrook block, will sing at Sunday morning service in the M E Church. Community members who know his work look forward to hearing him perform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Butterworth
M. E
Mr. Butterworth
Holbrook
Elegant Case of the Mumps
Mrs G W Dunbar boasts the finest mumps case ever seen as her cheeks puff with weight as she weighs over 100. Her daughter Lula once had a face like a pocket full of coal yet now has the joke on her mother with a hearty laugh and much news to share.
Our Devil Takes a Holiday in Hood River Visit
Mrs. George H. Lynn and David Byerlee Jr. traveled to Hood River on Saturday for a Sunday visit. Mrs. Lynn planned to stay a few days while Dave Byerlee returned Monday night to continue his job as the idevil in the Review office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Lynn
David Byerlee, Jr
Hood River
Lynn
Dave
Reminds Us of Old Times
Reminds us of old times as B F Beliew suffers a tame back and struggles to move. The note offers sympathy, recalling the author’s own past similar ailment and growth beyond it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Beliew
A Ramble About Town Real Estate and Local Shops
A rambling view of a Portland streetscape highlighting P A Bredeen real estate, L B Chipman book store and St Johns Title, with Uncle-style notes on A Unger cigar man, G Ward confectioneries, and post office figures Nasby Valentine Deacon Pogram. It criticizes stamp sales and urges free city delivery through higher sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey Street
P. A. Bredeen
Mr. Bredeen
St. Johns Title, Abstract and Trust Company
A. Unger
Mr. Unger
Portland
G. Ward
Post Office
St. Johine’ Nasby
F. W. Valentine
Deacon Pogram
W. H. Moxon
Nasby
Deacon
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Foundry and Stove Works
New Bridge
Express Company
Woodlawn
Leroy H. Smith & CO
Cochran Block
Abington Bidg
Cravenettes
Peterson & Noce, Tailors
Postoffice
Tacoma
Seattle
HH. G. Ogden
Will
M. E. Church
M. L. Holbrook
C.f. Bailey
St. Johns Land Co
East St. Johns
Peninsula
Columbia Boulevard
O. KR. & N. Railroad
Clark & Wilson Lumber Co
Linnton, Oregon
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