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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1909
Page
4
A man aboard a train resents a woman's deliberate seat challenge and warm gaze as he reads his paper. He finally discovers the woman is his wife, Cleveland Lauder, prompting shock and laughter from nearby passengers.
A collage of 17th century reflections traces how cookshops gave way to taverns and public houses, shifting dining from private cookdom to organized hospitality. The piece ties culinary commerce to social change, cites the worshipful company of pastelors, and contrasts evolving food service with railroad and phonograph era curiosities and quips.
An old advertisement touts Batrewee Ballard's Liniment from North Kank as a cure for rouble inwu lation lumbage sprain and related injuries. It claims users can throw away crutches after using the product priced at one dollar.
In Machuen near Michucn a remarkable spiked mountain rises with perpendicular stone columns five to twelve feet long and large around the average man. The formations resemble ancient battlements and seem engineered, yet are natural. Nearby Pachuen mines lie not far away, highlighting diverse regional geology.
A London Lancet essay argues spring cleaning can spread disease if not done properly. It warns dirt and dust harbor germs, and stirring them up can send germs through the air. An old religious text and etiquette anecdotes follow, noting historic beliefs and manners, with brief humorous vignettes about meals and science mishaps.
From a small start the sale and use of Chamberlain Cough Remedy extended to all parts of the United States and to many foreign countries. It has proven particularly valuable for coughing and colds and is sold by druggists nationwide.
J M Barron recalls Petersburg Va era theater life with star Charlie Couldock and Moon the lazy utility man who missed cues during rehearsals for The Willow Copse. Moon’s disappearance halted the performance as Couldock berated the tardy actor while the father Moon celebrated with the troupe.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls Rubinstein guiding a pupil through piano technique with mental preparation, tempo and touch, plus occasional notes on artistry. Interwoven are clipped quotes from other writers praising fruit use for health and a dessert recipe, ending with brief ads and light humor.
Sealed bids will be received by the City Recorder of St Johns until September 14 1908 at 4 PM for the improvement of South Jersey Street from Richmond to Mohawk streets. The plan calls for 6 foot cement walks on each side and a 16 foot wide macadam pavement. Bids must accompany a certified check equal to ten percent of the bid. The right to reject any bids is reserved. Publication appears in the St Johns Review August 27 with notices on the 3rd and 10th.
The notice lists train departures from Union Depot Chicago at 9 15 p m Spokane at 5 00 p m Kansas City at 6 00 p m and Love 9 7 45 p m plus pricing rules for cards of thanks and resolutions of respect. It mentions President Taft visiting Portland October 2 and a public address with plans to lay the cornerstone at the First Universalist church and an Armory event for October 2.
Portsmouth Va druggists testify to Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a trusted, effective medicine. Frank C Hanrahan, a prominent local druggist, notes he has sold and recommended it for six years, preferring it over other patent medicines for its reliable cures and customer satisfaction.
Water used through hose for sprinkling yards or sidewalks or washing windows must be paid for in advance and used only between 6 and 6 a.m. and 3 and 9 p.m. It must not be used for sprinkling streets. Those who waste water will be shut off. Advance payment covers June to September and allows watering until January 1, 1910 by Bt. Johns Water Works and Lighting Co. Superintendent P H Edlefsen.
A roundup of church services and Sunday school times across multiple denominations including Baptist, Methodist, Holy Cross Catholic, Christian, Episcopal, Evangelical, Congregational, German Baptist, German Lutheran, and Christian Science. Includes pastors names, service times, and locations such as Portsmouth Station, University Park, and Peninsula Avenue.
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