Waterfront debate ends with push for municipal water system
In Woodman hall about 100 residents, led by Mayor King, discuss water supply options. City officials read a report favoring a municipal system, while a private franchise plan is rejected as impractical. The St Johns Ferry Co promotes free opening day across the Willamette via a new dock and boat under a fresh franchise.
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Woodman Hall
Greene
Messrs
Brice
Gett
Hurtbert
Moxon
Wicker
Blick
Horsman
Raser
Longwood
St Johns
St. Johns
J. J. Brink
Hi Cathlamet
Washington
St. John
Tim
Willamette
Ravina
St. Johan
Ferry Franchise Ordinance Clears Second Reading
The ferry franchise ordinance moved to its third reading set for Monday December 11 and will begin operation before January. The council noted no opposition, minor changes only, no bicycle toll rate fixed though a passenger would cover the fare.
Weyerhaeuser tract eyed for large mill and NP works
Authorities indicate a massive new mill on the Weyerhaeuser waterfront tract, with 110 acres of land and space for Northern Pacific shops nearby. Survey crews work along the riverfront, silent on specifics, amid ongoing anticipation of development.
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Weyerhaueser
Northern Pacific Road
Marriage Licenses and Local Nuptials Flourish in Wet Weather
The marriage business continues briskly despite the damp season. James E B Bevens of St Johns obtained a license to wed Dollie Hinsel. Landrus W Wright of St Johns secured a license to wed Mary M Perkins. James S Downey and Miss Mary Jones were married at Albina last week and will reside in St Johns.
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James EB. Bevens
St. Johns
Dollie Hinsel
Landrus W. Wright
Mary M. Perkins
James S. Downey
Mary Jones
Albina
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