War era chatter floods the air with prices and policy
A fragmented wartime column reports on advertising notes and local prices while riffing on conscription, bread costs, draft law, gas rationing, and morale. It cites calls to support troops, German actions, and household life as wartime demands reshape everyday detail and public opinion.
Bids Sought by Multnomah County for Wood Fee for Ferry Use
Multnomah County Commissioners invite bids by October 21 1918 for furnishing wood fuel for the St Johns Ferry for one year. Bids require a certified bank check equal to 10 percent of the bid. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Portland Oregon October 7. Chairman Rufus C Holman and others sign. Suburban service ad notes prompt attention and complete auto equipment from Miller Tracey.
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Circuit Court
State of
Oregon
Multeomah
Cookuan
Henry N
Hager
Hagar
State of Oregon
Multnomah
Fisher
Glen Mark
Multnomah County
Multfotal County
Robert Tucker
Circuit Court of the State of
HHS
St. Johns Review
Sidney Gordon
Gerlinger
Court House
Follens
Sree
Monslay
St. Johns Ferry
Board of Commissioners of
Wee
Portland
Miller
Tracey
For Sale Listings Across Streets in St Johns and Vicinity
Multiple property ads list lots on Chicago Street and Hartman Street with measurements 40 by 182 feet and 44 by 109 feet, plus a 20 by 40 shed and fruit trees. Nearby six acres seven miles from Vancouver in Clarke County offered by Lee J Webster at 612 Salem Street, with down payments of 100 dollars and prices around 525 to 550 dollars. Also includes a note on dancing lessons by Miss Blanche Whitman at 610 West Charleston, and various entertainment and music offerings from Currins to Good Time Dancing Club and The Brunswick Talking Machine.
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St. Johns
Chicago Street
Hartman Street
EB. Buchanan
Central Avenue
Vancouver
Clarke County
Lee J. Webster
Salem Street
Before You Look at Them Characteristic of Our Sale
The note urges a careful look at the items offered for sale. It emphasizes evaluating features and quality before making a purchase. Details are limited, but the tone stresses discernment in selection.
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