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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
2
The Saint Johns Review details a late 1908 exhibit from Makki Yukouieaie at the Maaki Yukouieaie exposition, noting displays of curios, creatures, and a Che AlmaIe Vidhan Puclhy ekpoet. It references Hon. Ht and Trt, with commentary on local political events, court cases, and a mix of cultural items, including images of German imperial matters and political tensions surrounding a U.S. senator recall.
In Mulia County a local urban area faces a heavy infestation of codling moths or similar pests in apples. Officials warn of winter pruning penalties and fines for owners who fail to spray or destroy infected trees. Neighbors consider spraying and cleaning to prevent spread, urging swift action and reporting of outbreaks.
A street scene unfolds with a policeman visiting Deacon Moneybags on Williams Avenue and a maid praising Bitgood & Cole’s market at St Johns for best meat, full weight and low prices. The dialogue hints at a forthcoming wedding and a playful exchange about names and manners on the Peninsula.
Resolution by the city of St Johns approves paving South Jersey Street from Hur Street to Southern One with cement walks under city engineer supervision. It creates Improvement District No 14 and assigns local assessments to benefited properties. Bids sought for related improvements with a bid deadline in November 1908.
Notice states all tax applications in payment of improvement are 20 days in arrears. On December 21, 1908, properties not redeemed will be sold. Warrant No 1741 for Leavitt Street improvements is called for payment, with interest stopped November 1, 1908. The Ladies of the M B Church hold a bazaar on the first Wednesday in December.
Ordinance No 202 governs lowering water mains and laterals in St Johns Oregon, assigning responsibility to the St Johns Water Works and Lighting Company for notices, costs, and timing. It repeals Ordinance 188 and sets depth, charge divisions, and contractor protections during street improvements.
Proposals will be received by the city recorder of St Johns Oregon until 4 pm December 1 for East Burlington street upgrades from Kellogg to Jersey. Work includes macadam and sidewalking with subgrade lowering. Macadam depth 12 inches center tapering to six inches at curbs. Separate bids for macadamizing or sidewalking. Each bid must include a certified check of at least 10 percent. Completion by February 1 next year. Right to reject bids reserved. Estimated cost 85034 dollars. Rock price 0.50 per yard f.o.b. at crush. By order of the council A M Burson. Published November 15 20 27 in St Johns Review.
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