Paper mill demand seen in St Johns growth hope
A reader argues for a local paper mill in St Johns to replace eastern imports. They note Oregon City mills cannot meet demand and claim local log handling and transport would be profitable, with 16 to 20 workers and about 20 log shipments daily. They foresee rail growth boosting lumber use and urge diversification into novelty works and woodenware.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific Coast
Oregon City
St. Johns
Logan
North Hank Railroad
Estbliviies
St. Johnw
Aeing
Duatrion
St Martin’s Springs Promises Healing Near Columbia River
A visitor details a seven day stay at St Martin’s Springs near the Columbia River about sixty miles from Portland. He praises hot baths and mineral waters for many ailments, notes weight loss after baths, and urges summer camping to keep costs down while enjoying bathing and lodging at a busy hotel and grounds with affordable rates.
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Columbia River
Portland
Carson's Landing
St. Martin's
Wind River
Sixty Feet Too Narrow For Fessenden Street
Column argues widening Fessenden street from 40 feet to 70 or 80 feet to support future streetcar expansion and a boulevard linking Portland. Cites increased property values, future traffic, and the need to avoid higher costs later. References to local figures and a traveler's remark about Martin Minora springs.
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Fessenden Street
Killingeworth Avenue
Tenme
Killingsworth Avenue
Portland
Fessenden
Martin Minora
City Council OKs street plans and passes improvements
The adjourned city council reviewed the engineer plans and, after minor changes, adopted them. They authorized improvements on East Burlington, Tacoma, Pittsburg Crawford and Balematresia streets with bids opened for Oswego and Buchanan streets. Authorities met with attorney Kelley to discuss Fessenden street and the Portland trolley interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plana
A. W. Davis
Fuller
Street
Kelley
Council
Foeassenden Street
Kelly
Tanch
City Hall
East Burlington Street
Tacoma Street
Davin
Salem
Crawford
Owweso
Buchanan Atreeta
Oswego Atreet
W. KB. Hillier
William Lird
Tuchanan
Didder
William Lind
Buchanan Street
Didder M. Hanson
Davia
Bonham
W. B. Hillier
Oswego Street
Johnson
William Linn
Moon of
T. Hansen
Poff
Twaterds Stern
Foreman
Tolliver
Rock Caunber
George Warner
A. G. Long
Fice Department
Fatal Accident Near the Columbia Park
Mrs. Mary Brown was instantaneously killed beside Moeks station when stepping from a car on a double track near Columbia Park. The motorman and Brown’s companion both failed to see an oncoming train in time. The impact was fatal. the remark notes danger of crossing rear of cars on double tracks and hints at broader urban housing concerns.
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Mary Brown
Moeks
Jolene Earlive
Portland
Vigilance Against Mishaps Keeps Ears Safe
A fragment urges constant watchfulness to prevent accidents. It emphasizes the danger of heavy objects near ears and the risk of being unable to react quickly, suggesting ongoing caution as essential for safety.
Looks a Good Thing A E Rugg Bonobie's Westin Monthly
A new magazine titled Looks a Good Thing will be issued in February with a plan to secure 100 subscriptions through support from the Commercial Club. Bonobie's Westin Monthly, represented by A E Rugg and Johns, aims to attract advertising from business men and others as the first issue carries heavy ads and promise of strong readership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E
Rugg
Bonobie
Westin Monthly
Johns
Rew
Glorify Overtraining Versus Value in Marathon Training
The piece questions the value of strenuous athletic effort arguing it does not improve life or national wealth for most, while overexertion and overtraining can lead to untimely ends. It contrasts idle comfort with costly effort and questions the payoff of extreme athletic discipline.
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Lfe
Laurel Wood Rebekah Lodge to Celebrate 7th Anniversary
Laurel Wood Rebekah lodge No. 160 Bt Johns hosts the seventh anniversary of the Rebekah degree on Monday night September 21 at 8 in the hall. A short program and refreshments follow. Members urged to attend. relatives and friends invited. Anna Hathawsy Noble Grand.
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Odd Fellows and
Rebekahs
Laurelwood Rebekah Lodge No. 160
Bt. Johns
Anna Hathawsy
Noble Grand
Boy Gerald Royer Heroically Dies Trying to Save Friend
In Vancouver Washington, eight year old Gerald Royer and his friend Floyd Molen played on a raft on the river. When Floyd fell in, Gerald plunged in and attempted to rescue him but could not reach him. Both boys were overcome by drowning amid brave effort. Floyd was eleven and the sons of W. Molen and related families mourn the tragedy. The funeral for Gerald was held at Fourth Plain church.
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Gerald Royer
Floyd Molen
Floyd
Gerald
Floyd Wold
Hite
W. Nolen
Government Moor
Tyler Street
Fourth Plaine
Vancouver
Washington
Mrs. Molen
St. Jona
Gerald Roger
B. Royerot
Polk Street
Renotle
Donjon
Mighty Little Left Board at $5 a Week Strike Fallout
Report of labor unrest over a new trolley line construction near Linton. Workers clash with foremen, Crocks fired, and crews settle into quieter operations as pay disputes emerge. Issues include tent living charges, hospital fees, and graft accusations amid the threegang system in railroad work.
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Chelinh
Wang
Latera
Kelley's Butte
Warden McAllister Praised for Enforcing Salmon Poaching Law
Last Friday in the city Warden McAllister checked on salmon and sturgeon poaching without licenses. The public notes him as a straight honest officer and a strong ally of law and sport, expected to deter breakers and aid true sportsmen. The Collapsible Box Co. had to work overtime to meet orders.
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McAllister
Mack
Collapsible Box Co
Building progress at Kenton as 20 dwellings planned
Construction on the Swiftown site near the packing plant advances to erect 20 stone and brick homes for Kenton workers. After the first installment, more frame houses and cottages will rise, with all materials staged to prevent delays and fireproof aims prioritized.
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Kenton
Swift
Alte
Pentanula
Howe
Kenton Huilding & Contracting Company
Kenton Improvementa
Patriotic Entertainment Planned by W I C in Mt Jerome
W I C announces patriotic entertainment to be held September 22 inviting all loyal women to join in uniting with the group of patriotic workers in Mt. Jerome. Jeholn B. Harding of Gregan City will give an address on the relation to the Gi A My, described as instructive and entertaining. Call for details and attendance.
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Douglans
Hurlbert
Miss Cole
Pitteburg Street
Brice
City Enginerr
Pittsburg
Crawford
Balematresia
St. Jatina Alde
Pittsburg Street
Metrec
Pittaburg Street
Coiner
W. BR
Mt. Joti Mra
Jeholn B. Harding
Gregan City
W. I
Building Permits and Addresses in Norbert and Nearby
Listing of building permits with multiple misread street names and lot descriptions. Permits include residence builds on various lots and blocks such as lot 10 block 2 Norbert, lot 8 block 26 Hanjee Johns addition, and lots 3 and 4 block 4 County. Amounts noted include 1600 and 200 in unspecified currency.
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Thompson
Ormet
Norbert
Joh
Uayos
Maple
Elty Tindic
Pte
Walker
Hanjee Johns
Wilson
Tagoma
Sabbury
A. D. Root
Altor Rum Dence
Newport
Seneca
Portland
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St. Martin's Springs
Hunter
Literesta
Recorder Bison
Columbia Park
Little Floyd Bolen
Floyd Bolen
Mighty Little
Warden
W. R. C. Entertainment
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