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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1908
Page
2
The St Johns Review notes an early issue and advertising rates while reporting a pay as you go street car exhibition in Portland to show the public the car before its line use. It urges nickel fares to aid the showcase and champions booster edition support for lasting local benefits and regional industrial aims.
A fragmented moral folksy reflection notes that whiskey corrupts judgment and character. It warns that debt can cling, while integrity and fidelity are tested by others. It also hints at women taking on unchecked purchases for their husbands.
A garbled, archaic lament from a fraternal lodge expresses sorrow for a departed brother. The text names Hngrammed Histrtelew and Heparin era, with vows of sympathy and publication for lodge members, and references a Darke bilge meeting adopting the tribute. The notice speaks of bereavement, spiritual duty, and a prayer for the departed.
Last Wednesday evening the Rebekah lodge at Laurelwood hosted about seven visitors from Columbia Uma and Rowe City. The Laurelwood team impressed guests with their work as the University Council claimed the championship and locals predicted victory for the Rebekahs in future events.
Council discussed a six month implementation of a sanitary garbage system with crematory, wagon fleet, and off city disposal. Downey proposed the franchise for 25 years with a price not prohibitory, aiming to improve city cleanliness and curb waste issues. Further reports from Downey awaited to finalize costs and property obligations.
The National Rink opens all day Sunday with a special musical program in the afternoon. A professional race is planned for two weeks later with prizes of 25, 15, and 5 dollars. The five professionals include Jew Little defending St Johns. The event runs under Mr R Myers who runs a ladies and gentlemen friendly rink. Mothers are invited to inspect the facility.
A Lincoln tale recalls a log schoolhouse reading session about Shadrach Meshach and Abednego. A boy mispronounces the names, gets scolded, and later blurts out a blunt misquote about the three men, illustrating his humor and resilience.
Notice to advertisers requests copy and changes be received by the office by 3 00 p m on a specified day. Advertisers are urged to prepare and submit all materials promptly to ensure timely publication and avoid delays.
Five hundred dollars reward will be paid by the undersigned for the arrest and conviction of the murderer or murderers of the late Harry T. Butterworth on the night of Oct 20, 1908. Dorie Lodge No. 132 A. F. and A. M. Joseph McChesney W. M. Chas Davis, secretary.
Time card lists schedule notations with leave times from Mast Side and West Eye points. Entries include coded abbreviations and numbers indicating morning hours and durations, reflecting a historic ferry service timetable.
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