ST. JOHNS REVIEW IT'S NOW UP TO YOU T mbKtft lor Till Prt AHthtntwi hlk It lintwi M r molto. Ctll U t4 tnrall GET IN Tim HABIT Ot t4mll.lM U Tlllt rft J "J" natm rtttiiH, H. ttotUatttUtMpfltMitM I i V Divert lo the Interest ot the Ptalniula, eh Manufacturing Center of lh North tit VOL. 8 ST. JOHNS, ORKGOK, FRIDAY, Al'RlI. 26, jota. NO. 15 Packing Plant Assured The Primary Election Across the Water Big Mayfair Festival I Death of Mrs. Overstreet DR. RAMBO The Library An article In the Review a couple of weeks ii;o stittcd tlmt n larc packing plant would be erected nt Macgley junction, which is adjacent to Hast St. Johnvlcpot and just be yoml the city limits of St. Johns. We had the information on good authority and published it as a fact. The Orcgouiau has just awakened to the news, and published the fol lowing last Sunday: Definite announcement of plans for-the big packing plant to be es tablished at Macglcy Junction on the Peninsula, by the James C. Good Packing Company, will be made this week, according to a re port yesterday. In the absence of Mr. Good from the city, details re attvc to tltc company s plans arc being withheld. It is ex pec tea tuat Me proposes plant will be fully as large as that of the Union Meat Company. represents an investment ot more than $500,000. Associated with Mr. Good in the project are sever nl Portland business men. Mr. Good until recently was secretary of the Union Meat Company. For , a number of years he representee the Swift interests in the Portland field. In addition to the Good project it is understood tlmt plans arc being formulated by Chicago packing in tcrcsts to establish another plant on the peninsula of n nnicli greate magnitude than cither of the plants of the Union Meat Company or the Good concern. A representative of the Chicago people has been Portland several days and it is said has secured options on n large tract between Columbia boulevard am: Columbia slough. It is rumored that a Pugct Sound packing com pany is negotiating for a site on the peninsula on which to establish a packing plant. It is declared tlmt the two pro posed plants will involve an invest mcnt of 92,000,000. Same Affliction Here ,, The practice of strangers solicit ing aid iu Houtzdale is becoming very aunoying to our citizens. The town is visited nlmost daily by men. women and children, who do not miss a business place or private home at which to relate their hard tin tale of woe. IV. r linns some arc worthy, but in most of the cases it has been proven that they are not, for in a number of instances both male and female have been known to spend the cash they have begged on pretense of being iu distress with a house fuH of children at home, for intoxicating drinks. Be this as it may, the good citi tens pay a county Home and poor tax for the purpose of maintaining the county's worthy poor. And this nuisance of persons from all quar ters of the country dropping into town and continually hounding at the residents for aid is getting to the point of being unbearable, and some provisions of the law should be enacted to prohibit the nuisance. Houtzdale (Pa.)Citizen. Birthday Surprise Party The young men friends of Lee Genstnan, of St. Johns, gave him a surprise party at his home, 718 Myers street. Wednesday night of last week, it beiug his 21st birth day. The parents of tue youug man were informed beforehand of proposed surprise, and the home was decorated with wild currants and ferns iu preparation for the event. A dinner was served and was followed by a program of toasts. Especially interesting talks were made by the captains of the James Johns High school base ball and basket ball teams. Those preseut were: Ralph Carlson, Basil Smith, Theodore Bugbee, Clareuce Foss, Howard Brice, Cecil Magone. Cyril Mogone, Frank Wright, Forrest Will, Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Gensman, Miss Hazel Gensman and Miss Katharine Gensman. Telegram. Progressive Luncheon ' Misses Lola Walker, Anna Brice and Celia Hunkins entertained the High school teachers and a few other friends at a progressive lunch eon at the Brice home, April 20th. From the Freshmen table, where extreme youth was represented by bibs and bowls of bread and milk, the path of learniug led by degrees to the Senior table where the fin ished product in cap and gown was in evidence. Diplomas were award ed all, after which the conferring of degrees, not, however, "Magna cum laude," took place. The primary election held last Friday furnished several surprises in St. Johns. The vote east repre sented less than half the voting strength of the city. Bourne car rial St. Johns over Selling. Koosc vclt took first honors with La I'ol Icttc a close second. Laffcrty led for representative in congress, 1" iclds carried the city for secretary of state, North for sheriff, Sweeney for county commissioner, Kvaus for district nttorucy, Henderson for county superintendent, Reed for assessor, nud Coffey for county clerk. 1 he democratic vote was light, with Clark iu lead for presi dent. (J. K. Downs, with no oppo sition, was re-nominated for justice of tue peace. Mitchell beat Ashby iu the race for constable. Perry C. Stroud, P. Hill and J. K. Hitler carried off the honors as republican committeemen. Following is the republican vote cast for the offices iu which the people of St. Johns were most interested, being the to tal votes cast iu the three precincts: For President I.nFollctte, ICo; Roosevelt 176; Tott 48. For U. S. Senator Bourne 187; Selling 148. for Representative Clyde 72: Ganteubciu 80; Lafferty 169; Shep nerd 51 For Secretary State Fields 218; Olcott 154. For Sheriff North 81; Wilson 75; Hollingswortli 26: Fitzgerald 05; McAllister 57. For County Commissioner- Sweeney 102: McAllcu 39; Light ncr 60: Kreuder 76: Bailey 63: IU lis 30. For District Attorney Cameron 23; Uvaus 1945 Fonts M5i Joy 42 For County Superintendent Armstrong nt; Henderson 129 Kfluiusou irs For County Assessor Reed 202: biglcr 151. Fcr County Clerk Hutchison 22; Prasp 62; Smith 94; Coffey 165. I'or justice of the Peace O. R, Downs 289. For Coustuble Ashby 1.18: Mitchell 193 D. C. Lewis received a handsome vote for representative iu St. Johns. but failed of nomination. Show Your Appreciation Bouham & Currier have iuaugu rated a special sale era. F.ach week bargain days will be held, at which time prices will be cut to the quick. rolit is practically lost sight of at these bargain days. The spe cial inducements arc offered to wean people from dealing iu Portland. The large department stores in roruaiiu mane low prices on some articles to attract the people, and then make up on some other arti cles, Bouham & Currier, however, are keeping the prices down on all their goods, and a special cut on bargain days. The people of St. oh 11s should show their apprecia- uon 01 tins enterprising spirit on the part of Bouham & Currier, and nstead of going to Portlaud with the mistaken Idea of saving a few pennies, do their dealing iu St. olins. I lie other stores of St. ohns have the prices at a low ebb. Good Time to Improve Judging from the extremely low contracts for street work lately tak en in at. Johns, there can be no contractors' trust in this city, Last week V. W. Masoti bid 75c per lineal foot for six foot cement sidewalk on Myers street, the cheapest price ever known in the Northwest. The concrete surface of Fessenden street is being laid at t.oa per square yard, which is an nheard of price. Property owners should take advantage of the ex tremely low prices for street im provement now in force, and pe tition council to have streets adja cent to their properties improved. It is safe to say that the price will never be cheaper than it is today. Constipation brings many ail ments in its train and it is the pri mary cause of much sickness. Keep your bowels regular, madam, and you will escape many of the ailments to which women are sub ject. Constipation is a very simple thing, but like some simple things, may lead to serious consequences. Nature often needs a little assist ance, and when Cbambtrlain s tab- ets are given at the first indication, much distress and suffering may be voided. Sold by all dealers. Sprague Marsh of Kathlamet was a guest 01 nts sister, Mrs. u.is. Learned, Sunday. looming up days. As n pretty strong these scene of activity on Sunday, it is doubtful if there is a street in Port land that can show the amount of traffic that goes up and down the lyinnton road. It is said that at least an average of 200 autos an hour from 9 o'clock a. tn. to 7 o'clock in the evening pass along this road. This, together w ith other vehicles and the patrons of the free ferry boat give Whitwood Court a metropolitan appearance on Sundays at least. A number of in - dustrics arc scheduled to be con - structcd between the railroad bridge, and Liuntou this summer, and it is said the Lpiscopalians have con eluded to spend $260,000 in the erection of mammoth school build iugs on the summit back of Whit wood Court, their 20-acrc tract uc gotten in readiness tins summer and construction work to begi early in the spring. A car line has been surveyed to this tract, and Whitwood enthusiasts claim this will be undertaken this year. The hillside is being cleared off rapidly and n number of residences arc be iug constructed. A donkey engine is making great havoc among the standing timber and hundreds cords of wood arc being cut. The united Railways has put on night service, which is proving a great convenience to the denizens, li cc trie light has been secured and also an abundant supply of the finest water. Whitwood is bound grow iu spite .or the fact that the laud is pretty much on edge. Scalp Locks Unearthed A special from Stitcs, Idaho nays: Two more skeletons of In dians long since dead have been dug up near where the grave of an ancient chief was exhumed by working men employed in the con struction of the new road up Cot tonwood canyon, about otic mile southwest'of Stltes. These other two were evidently not chiefs, as notie of the regalia, trinkets or oth cr eusignia of rank were found bur led with them, but one reason for this dearth of relics may be the probable fact that the skeletons, through several generations, had slid down from the loose slide rock at the base of which they were bur ied in the lonely canyon. Dangling in parchment-like tat ters at the belt of one of the dc ftiuct redskins were six human scalps, recognized as those of white men by the color of their hair. It is ueiteveu mat these scalps were taken from the hardy pioneers, tin known, unwept and unsung, who ventured into the wilderness of the great West long before actual set tiers invaded these parts. Certain it is that these scalps were taken and the Indians sepulchred years before the Nez Perceswarof 1877. A Humorless Joke Some irresponsible female sent in the alarm of fire last Thursday evening, stating over the phone that the .fire was in Point View dis trict. The chief of police immedi ately raug the alarm, and the fire men turned out with their usual promptitude, and made for the sup posed scene of conflagration. After chasing all through the district with many of our citizens bringing up the rear, the fact that it was a hoax dawned upon them. It will not be well with the irresponsible one who turned in the alarm if the police department or firemen locate the jokeress. Alfred R. Lee, of the Bureau of Auimal Industry, United States Departmeut of Agriculture, while on a recent visit to the Oregon Ag ricultural college at lorvauts, gave it as his opinion that within a short time the Pacific Northwest would be shipping out larger quan tities of poultry products than are now being imported. He also stat ed that few states have natural ad vantages for successful poultry raising equal to those of Western Oregon. The three prominent engineers brought to Portland to investigate and make suggestions and recom mendations regarding the construc tion and placement of the new mu nicipal docks for Portland have con cluded their report. The east side of the river "between the Willam ette and Columbia rivers" is recom mended as the most feasible loca tion. If this recommendation is followed, it would mean mighty close to St. Johns. The west side is The mere announcement that St. Johns is to have n big Mayfair and Fun Festival right In the heart of the city, with n complete line of up-to-date amusement features and limning tree attractions, will un doubtedly be hailed with delight by the general public and gladden the fun-loving clement of the commu nity. It has been truly said that Joy has no single abode; that it visits the mechanic at his work-bench. the shop-girl at her counter, and 1 lightens alike the labors of the farm. ! factory and household. It is tin- doubtedly found iu greatest nbuud aucc for the greatest number iu the modern fun-feat, the greatest joy maker iu nil the universe As announced in another column, the third annual tour of the Frank Miller Amusement Company, Inc., will be inaugurated in this city during the week ot May 6th, and the event gives promise of finding the organization fostered by Prof. Frank Miller, who Is universally recognized as America s greatest living aeronaut, considerably en larged, more fully equipped and iu untieiy ucucr organized than ever before. As a matter of fact it will be practically new iu everything but the name. One feature as commendable as it is unusual will be that the man agetuent will diligently strive to keep faith with the public, and ad vcrtise only such features as it will be iu a position to present. It is also the policy of the management to make a prominent feature of the open air free attractions, a number of which will be performed twice daily, and at the time advertised. I he company is making a promi nent feature of an aeroplane, and it is the present Intention to devote at least one day to aeroplane flights. The exact date of the aviation feat ure will be announced later. Iu addition to the aeroplane there will be a number of other ae rial features and free exhibitions, including balloon races, paruchute jumps,illumiuated night ascensions, etc., etc., thereby affording a com parative study 0;. ucranauticti. Of course, the midway will be the real muguct and prove a never-end- ng source of pleasure and interest. It will include the whole gamut of fuu-provokers and embrace a rare combination of things wonderful nud mystifying, thrilling and auius- ng. Nor will it be found lacking iu the matter of sterling features circulated to appeal to the more discriminating element that demands enlightenment while beiug enter tained. It is, of course, impossible at this writing to give any detailed account of the various attractions to be pre sented. It is safe to presume that each one will be good and well worth the time and money required to pay it a visit. Among the more prominent features may be men tioned Tabloid Musical Comedy to be represented by a capable com pany of nine mostly girls. Fris co's Texas Tommy Dancers will be n evidence, as well as n number of catchy chorus features and a wealth of costumes. Arayatia, pro claimed as The Show Beautiful," s said to be the great Roltalr's masterpiece in mystery, and is founded on the mythological story of the Egyptian maiden who was transformed into a marble statue and then restored to life. A group of glass blowers will give practical demonstrations in the art of working in glass according to both the Bohemian and Venetian methods. The Georgia minstrels will preseut a realistic portrayal of plantation pastimes, and Princess Seta Deva will exhibit her collec tion of poisonous pets. Last, but by uo meaus least, win ue vioia, the mastodonic fashion plate, who is said to be the largest woman ever born to live. Of course there will be a number of minor attractions, and to jump to the conclusion that only the larger and more preten tious features will prove worth while would be a mistake. To miss seeing any of them will be to miss much that is really deserving of patronage. Not a fake or disgusting feature will be in evidence, and there will be a total absence of many repre hensible features that have char- cterized similar traveling organ izations visiting this section in time gone by. It is evident, even to the casual observer, that the success at tending the Miller aggregation is primarily due to the fact that the management has shown a proper amount of regard for the demands of the decent among the amuse ment going public. Even those who arc inclined to repudiate amusements of almost every kind aud character are almost forced to a realization of the fact that there is a large and a legitimate field for amusement organizations Mrs. Melissa G. Overstreet, one I of Gal's noblest women, died at 1 her home nt 109 Uurr street last Sunday morning, April 2 tst, 1012, of pleural pneumonia. It was the third time that she had been aflllct ed with this dread disease, which proved fatal after n week's illness. She was aged 65 years, 2 mouths and 9 days. Mrs. Overstreet was bom Feb ruary 16, t847,ncar Newtown, Mo., aud 21 years later was united iu marriage with Charles A. Over street, who died nt that place about eight years ngo. Iu 1905 she came with her family to St. Johns, where she has since resided. She leave.-) three sons Charles A., Clay Center, Neb.; J. , of Hastings, Neb., nud Gilbert W. of St. Johns. Also three daughters Mrs. V. A. Rog ers of Portland; Mrs. H. W. Wil liams of Floris, Oklahoma, mul Miss Alda of St. Johns. Funeral services were held nt the Christian church Tuesday after noon at 2 o'clock, Dr. Reagcr of the First Christian church of Port laud officiating. The remains were conveyed to her old home at New town, Missouri, for interment. Th pall bearers were: David Byerlec John Brooks, Jerome Whlslcr Lester lvmcrsou, Rnusome Powe and Jack McNiveu. The deceased had for many years uecii prominent iu church circles, and was the real type of the true Christian character, brenthitig the spirit of Christ, who went about doing good. She was csicciallv devoted to iter home and her lain ily. It can well be said ot her that "she hath done what she could.' She leaves a host of friends behind her who will always hold her iu loving memory. Mrs. Overstreet was n member of the Woman's Relief Corps am Laurelwood Rebekah Lodge, which orders were present at the funeral. 1 he world has been made better by reason of Mrs. Overstreet hav ng lived iu it, aud her death is great loss to St. Johns. Evangelical Church Notes Rev. W. S. Plowman occupied lis pulpit for the first time Sunday. tVpril 21st, preaching morning and evening, bringing words of nssur auce to the Christian iu the hope of a uicssed immortality; of comfort and cheer to the desjieudeut and an earnest invitation to the unsaved to accept the offer of salvation. To say that his sermons were appre ciated was verified by the large nu dieuces that so attentively listened to both sermons. Brother Plow man and his estimable wife have ulrcady won the love and esteem of the people. Come and hear him. The Philo Christo class is still growing iu numbers and interest. 1 here were 55 iu the cluss last Sun day. I he interest in the trip to Palestine is growing and we nil ex pect to learn .something about the people nud the country on the trip, Don't you want to join our class? Reporter. W. R. C. Memorial The W. R. C. met in their hall April 20 at 2 p. m and after the opening exercises nud general bus! ness was over the W. R. C. held their memorial services over two of their sisters who had left us for a better world. The resolutions that a committee had prepared were read anu approved. At tue time we were going through our memorial service another sister (Mrs. Over street) was on the brink of the river of death, ready to be ferried over to meet those on the other shore. Since our meeting our sis ter has crossed over.so we, the W. R. C, huve another sweet memory to cherish, and trust all to our Fa ther above. As it is written: "Kye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither hath it entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love Him," So we leave them iu His care. Press Cor. of the Miller type, which gives evi dence of being aligned squarely on the side of respectability and decen cy. The ladies of the B. B. club of Fast St. Johns wound up their se ries of afternoon meetings by a grand theatre party Wednesday afternoon of last week. Those present were Mesdames Brand, Red mond, Bresliu, J. Scales, Alex Scales, F. Perkins, McCann, Richards, Nichols aud M. Per kins. A most delightful time was reported by all, 0cullourn: Itonlntunnud 9 to 9:30 p.m. Suml) i ZOO tn JiJt) Botlonc Hlectrlcnl instruments for amateurs. Btibict Kxpcritucutnl electricity. iJottonc Amateur Hlectrician workshop. fat. John Real electric toy mak ing for boys. Making wireless outfits, SOMH FICTION If you want a good story ask for one of these books: Benson -The O.sbornes. Warm ly human character study of n new ly rich mid vulgar Knglish family, to whose real dignity nud nobilltv of character their aristocratic dough tcr-indaw is blind. RIdeout Twisted Foot. Tnlc of ndventures In the Philippines aud Java, noteworthy forthecharm and accuracy of the local color. McGowan--Sword in the Mount alns. Stirring drama of the civil war, jKirtraylnu' vividly, With inti mate knowledge nud no bitterness the effect of the struggle on a few families of Chattanooga Confeder ates, to whom It brought disseution, poverty nud tragedy. Hutchison Captain Fenercotirt's Widow, fatory or a young woman earning her living in London, the course of whose life is changed by a visit to the country nud the peo ple she meets there. Hay A Man's Man. A young Knglisliiiiuu of means, famous iu college for prowess iu rowing.makes an adventurous tour of the world nud returns to the harder task of winning 11 spoiled but charinlnir girl. Spirited iu incident nud chnrncter drawing. Lee Happy Island. Another Uncle William" storv. rather shiftless in construction like the temperament of it genial leodlnir character, but rntlintiiig content ment, good cheer nud optimism. King -Wild Olive. Dramatic story, opening iu the Adiroudacks, wuere n gtrixaids the escain: of n young man under the sentence of death, and pursuing their further adventures in South America und New York. April Wedding Mr. Adolph Sclia'iiberger nud Misi Kugeiiin Williamson, both of St. Johns, were united iu marriage asi haturday, April 20. at 12 o'clock at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. II. F. Williamson, 301 Richmond street, Rev. 0. W. Nelson officiating. Forest William son, a brother of the brlde.acted as groomsman and Miss F.stella M. Waldorf served as bridesmaid. The groom is engaged with the Portland woolen mills as weaver. Refresh ments were served. The worthy and happy young couple will reside at 301 KlchmoiKl street, this city. Mr. Bob A comedy iu two acts. Given by members of Seniors Class of the James Johns High May 3, 'i2 Admission reserved seats, 35c; Adults 25c; Children 15c Seats reserved at Ctirriu's RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT. Whereas: It has pleased the Al mighty Father to remove from the living, Mrs, Lathrop, the beloved mother aud grandmother of our sisters, Rose Robinson, Minnie Mas ters, Nellie Gambel, Hazel Ingram. aud Nellie Robinson, aud Whereas: While we bow to the nfinite will of Him who doeth all muigs wen, we do mourn with our sisters iu their great loss. Be it therefore Resolved: That Laurelwood Re bekah Lodge No. 160 I. O. 0. P., o hereby extend to our beloved sisters our most heartfelt sympathy and love iu this their time of be reavement, sharing with them the oss of a most affectionate, kitul, oving mother, and be It further Resolved: I hat a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of the lodge, a copy given to our sisters and n copy sent to the St. Johns Review for publica tion. TillleHill, ) Mary Simmons, Com. Mabelle Walker, ) A mass meeting will be held iu Bickuer hall this evening for the purpose of discussing the feasibil- ty of organizing n co-oiierative store iu St. Johns. All invited to attend, DCNTIST Pint N'ntfomd Hank MMfeR. ST. JOHNS. ONLOON. DR. J. VINTON SCOTT DENTIST Open Evening and 9mky by Ap pointment. Office Phone Columbia 140 KcMdcut 1'Ihiiic Columbia jh JOSEPH McCHESNEY, M. D. Physician nnd Surgeon. Day & Night Ofllco In McCheiney blk. SU John, Oregon. Daniel 0. Webster, A. B. M. D Residence, C97 Dnwaon Street Oniee, Filter Illook. University Path, Portland, Oregon. PERRY C. STROUD LAWYER Hut Nntlonnt Iknk llulldln ST. JOHNS . . . OttliCON 0. J. GATZAIYIHR A1T0KNEY AT LAW McDonald DuiMltiR ST. JOHNS . . OUEGON We buy or sell St. John I'roinsrty AlcKINNuY & DAVIS Ren I Estate List your properly witli im if you desire to sell ntilckly 202 N. Jersey St. St. Johim l'OR HSTIMATI-S ON PAINTING, PAPER HANGING nnd TINTING drop curd to H. M. Snttcrlcc, St. Johns, Or. AM, work ch akantkhh J. R. WEIMER Transfer and Storage We dollvur Your (roods to nnd from all pnrta of I'ortlund. Vnncouvur. Linn ton. 1'ortUml nnd Suburban lixnro Co., city dock mid Ml ivohili neeoHluto by wi(on. Piano end furnttum moving Office I'lioue Columbia 24 Residence I'houu Columbia lyS St. Johns Express, Transfer and Storage Co. Fiauo Moving n Sjiecinlty. ITwiN iug done to nud from Portland Residence .oo Hunt Richmond Office 103 North Jersey Strati ST. JOHNS GARAGE II I II. lliirllncton Street Automobile IU'MlrliiK mid VulcHiiNg We can get you Auto Tirrof mII kludi llloclo ami (lcncral licimlrlni: hi connection. New mid m-oml httHd bicycle for sate, llic)vle tire iu Mock. J. M. and V. I. WIW. I'roju. I'lioue Coliuubu 5H7. CAMP 77J Y. 0. W. MeH ms ery W4 11 o ad u y ev e 11 1 n e in ItWk n.r'i Hall DOHIC IODGC NO. 132 f, nnd A. M. Hemilnr com mun (flatten on llrst und third Vd noiidaya of bmtm hmmUi In Odd Kultawd' hull Vinltora welcomu. S. Chun, Ikvu. W. U. C, O, Koi-m, Secretary Order Eastern Star Alinerva Chapter Meets Kvery l'irat mid Third Tuetday im-mug ol Kadi .Mouth Iu Odd fellow Unit. Mr. Susie Roger, Secretary. HOLMES LODGE NO. 101 KMOIIIS Of I'VIIIIAS Meets every l'rlday uiuHt at 7 o'clock iu I. O.O. 1'. Mull, Vikitorn alyay Wel come. V. W. MASON. C. C. I). I'. HORSMAN. K. R.8. LAUREL LODGC No. 186 I. O. O. p, sr. joiins, ourooN Meeta each Monday uvoniwr In Odd Pel- lows hall ot 7:30, A cord i ll w i-k oine lo all visitiiiK brothers, If you have any Plumbing 5HKT you want done just call us up, Columbia 92 EDMONDSON CO. 203 S. Jersey Street