Mlitorlcnl Soc!t7 r, ..... , St. Johns is Calling You' St. Johns is Calling You Has seven churches. Mas a most promising future. Distinctively a manufacturing city Adjoins the city of Portland, Has nearly 6,000 population. Has.n public library. Taxable property, f4,500.000. Has argo dry docks, saw mills Woolen mills, iron works, Stovo works, asbestos factory, Ship building plant, Veneer and excelsior plant, Flour mill, planing mill, Dox factory, and others. Mors industries coming, St. Johns is the place for YOU.' It second in number of Industries. It seventh in population. Cars to Poitlnnd eVery 16 min; Mas navigable water on 3 sides. Mas finest gas and electricity. Mas tyo strong banks. Has five large school houses. Has abundance of purest water. Has hard surface streets. Has extensive sewerage system. Mas fine, modern brick city hall, Mas, payroll of 95,000 monthly. Ships monthly 2,000 enrs freight. All railroads have access to it. Is gateway to Portland harbor. Climate Ideal and healthful. st: REVIEW Devoted to the Interest! of. the Peninsula, tbe Manufacturing Center of the Northwest VOL- io ST. JOHNS, OREGON, PRIDAY, JUNK 19, i9r4, NO. 30 il - . . 1 JOHNS COUNCIL MEET! Matters of Importance Receive Attention With the exception of Alder man Cornell, nil membors wore present nt the regular meeting of the city council Tuesday evening. The fire truck having been delivered to the local garage for affixing of tho chemical engine thoreto, tho sum of $1000 was allowed in partial payment of snme. Bills amounting to $1,179.01, which included tho $1000 above mentioned were allowed. Councilman Munson of the committee appointed to aid in matters relative to tho proposed cooporago plant, reported that tho committee had met with the Port of Portland Commission and that the Commission had promised substantial financial assistance toward constructing the roadway to the plant, pro vidlng the roadway met with the approbation of the commis sion's engineer. V. W. Mason wn3 awarded the contract for the improvement of Willamette boulevard between I Burlington and Richmond streets. Tho'improvcmont con sists of hard surfacing and side-1 walks. Councilman Davis and G radon voted in the negative, and tho other four in tho affirma tive. The excess cost is about $208. City Attorney Parker made roport of the rehearing of tho water rate case by tho Railroad Commission, and stated in his opinion that water would not bo lowered in price for a long timo to come, and he bolicved tho Commission was absolutely fair in its dealing with the mutter: that the new rates wcro bused -entirely .upon what' monoy the company had expended in con structing tho plant. Tho follow ing bids wcro received on tho improvement of North Kellogg street: Andrew ij Harrer. SI, 631.91; V. W. Mason. $1055.09; J. Hahn. 51532.08: Cochrnn-Nut ting & Co.,$l,G03.21. Tho bid of J. Hnhn being tho lowest, ho was awarded the contract. Bids on tho improvement of Willnmottc boulevard between Richmond street and tho North Bank cut were as follows: An drew & Harrer, $0,12.3.89; V. W. Mason, $5,091.37; J. Hnhn, $5, 221.49). Cochrnn-Nutting & Co.. $5,053.77. Tho bid of J. Hnhn again being tho lowest, ho was awarded tho contract. A resolution providing for tho improvement of Charleston street between Hayes and Wil lamette boulevard by cement sidowalk and hard surface was adopted by a four to two vote, Councilmen Garlick and G radon voting in the negative. A resolution providing that in the event of a generous donnlion from the Port of Portland Com mission toward constructor of a roadway to tho proposed coop erage plant the city would assume all further cost and main tain the street thereafter was passed without a dissenting vote. It is anticipated that the Commission will donate $2500 to tho cause. The matter of cutting the grass along the sidewalks and curbs of the various streets and cutting of weeds on vacant property was discussed1, but no definite action taken." Alderman Graden fnvdred notification to property owners by the city to cut the grass or weeds or it The Right to Labor Samuel Hill, President of the Homo Telephone Company, in a letter to a Portland newspaper, makes some clear statements on the right to labor whether be longing to unions or not. He commends" the editor who dares to stand for tho principle he be lieves to bo right." Ho says, ' ' i)iimH ,.n. In ,,n 1 1 4 lite. WViy HlUlt I a UUblblWU IU ills own opinion, out tnc present day and generation have gone so far afield that cowardice is count ed wisdom." Speaking for the Home Company he says, it has never asked any man to join or leave any union, to vote any ticket, or to identify himself with any religious organization or withdraw from any such." He snys he has studied this question from all eidoa, and by "this question" he means "tho right of any body of men to or ganize for what they believe to be for their host interest, but I deny the right of -any organiza tion to dictate by force or fear to their fellow workers what stand these fellow workers shall take. The boycott is un-American and will never suecpcd." He says as long as he is presi dent of the company honesty nnd efficiency will be the only tests uppliod in the solpction of labor era and employes. THE PIONEERS Held Their Second Annu al Meeting June 9 The Pioneers of Saint Johns hold thoirsecond annual meeting at tnc residence of Mrs. J. C. Scott, the president of the so ciety. Tuesday. June 9th. But few responded torollcal . Many and varied were the excuses of tho members. An especial good time was had, however small the numbers, including a fine lunch. Mrs. Scott retires to Second place this year, Mr. T. J. Monnhan beimr president. Mrs. Scott has worked hard to bring out certain results to make a success of the organization, and Wo can hotter meet rignin, If they blow. We have erred in that dark hour we have known. When tho tears fell with the showers nil alone; Were not shine and shadow blent As the gracious Master meant? Let us temper our content With his own. every morrow we For we know not can be sad: So, forgetting all the sorrow have had, . i Let us fold away our fears, And put by our- foolish tears, And through all tho coming years . Just be glad. . Would Not Help Matters SECRETARY'S REPORT. By Dlvino direction Jumes to Will Lease the Land At a meeting with the Port of Portland Commission Thurs day of last week tho Commission decided to lease to the Western Cooporago Company property needed near tho dry dock at tho low rate of fivo per cent on tho appraised valuation of the land The Western Cooperage Com pany owns considerable land ens of tho railroad, and tho Inaso o land from the Commission gives them the advantages of wutcr facilities Tho lease, which we understand is quito agYeeablo to the company, stipulates that tho company must employ nt loast 200 men all the lime or forfeit the lease, it is said. The Port of Portland Commission also promised to aid materially in tho building of the roadway to the proposed new plant. Tho committees from the city council nnd Commercial club wcro proa cut at tho meeting. Everything in tho way of tho new plant locating here has now been taken caro oi, and wo un dor3tnnd that work on the plant will begin at once. Meter Rates Increased A general increase in tho meter rates that may be charged by tho St. Johns Water Company was allowed by the Railroad Commission in a now order made Saturday as u result of the re hearing held nt the request of tho Company. Tho now meter rates are as follows: For tho first 200 cubic feet of water, 40 cents per 100 cubic feet; next 300 cubic ieet of water, 25 cents per: next 1500 cubic feet. 15 cents per; next 18,000 cubic feet, 12 cents per; next 20,000 cubic feot. 9 conts per: and all over 40,000 cubic feet, G cents per 100 cubic feet. It is also provided that the company shall not bo compelled to install meters whero the streets are unimproved, but tn such cases tho property owners mny hnve meters installed at their own expense, we under stand. Building Permits would be done at the owner's expense. Alderman Graden said ho be lieved the city dock should be advertised for sale, since it has. proven an unprofitable invest ment. No action was taken. No. 31 To G. W. Ford to re Complaint was made atrainst pair dwelling for Mrs. Mary an obnoxious perfume (?) that Bilyeu on Fessenden street be was permeating the atmosphere tween Seneca and Myers streets; with' its distasteful odor in tho 'cost $350. business district and eminating No. 32- To Frank Ludisher from a meat market, occasioned ' to repair building on Jersey by the distilling or rendering of street between Philadelphia and certain kinds of flesh. It was Alta streets for John Rauch; decided that the originator of cost $75. the offensive stench should be ' - - - " ' - - - 5 notified to abate the nuisance the water not being of the best with the least possible delay. ; at his home. His property is at The chairman of the street 'the end of a water pipe line and committee ana me mayor were seems to need Hushing. Kefer- IsbbbbbbbbbhJ'msUibbbbbbbbbbbbbbb requested to interview the county commissioners relative to the improvement of Columbia boule vard by hard surfacing between Jersey and Dawson streets, which is the missing link in the hard surface between St. Johns ad Portland via Dawson street. ""Mr. DeLyser comp!a?ned about reu to tne water and light com mittee to take up with the water company. ''Watches" made over into "Time-pieces" nt reasonable rates at Rogers', 309 N. Jersey, street. JAMES JOHN has not faiied. She has. with the help of the editor, not up a very nice badge, and tho expense of tho badges are to be made up by selling them to the members nnd others, as far as they go, Let each member get one from Mrs. Scott. Tho secretary wnH instructed to prepared report of thd.flrab session of the Pioneers for tho St. Johns Review, that those who are interested in this the first organization of Saint Johns may know whnt tho gathering together of old timers of this town arc doing. It is to bo hoped that no excuses will pro vent any of tho members attend ing these yearly meetings in tho future. Mrs. Scott gave an address and read a Poem, which is here by given: Dear Pioneers: We have r great deal to bo thankful for today. One year ago wo met with nineteen nresont. everv one of whom today nro in good health. Death has not entered our ranks, neither has uny great sorrow or calamity camo upon us. And even as we look back over the years in the past when we were all young nnd fu of joy and gladness, building up our homes among tho grand old fir trees nnd looking forward to years of happiness with each other and with our children, wo see that "Surely goodness and mercy huve followed us all tho days of our lives." It is true that sorrows hnve come to us. but with the sorrow has como tho sweet assurance that our 'Fathers guiding hand was at the helm." Some of our hopes lave been realized, but some uive not. There is scarcely a lome represented here that has not been saddened by death, but in every case wnen this has come to us the Pioneers have been the first to come to us with their love and tender sympathy. and it has made the hard things easier to bear. There is a bond of sympathy and love between us that is not elt by those who came later. and the object of this society is not only to strengthen this bond between ourselves, but also be tween our children and all those who will become eligible to membership in the "Pioneer So ciety of St. Johns" by having resided in St, Johns as heads of families for twenty-five years. Yes, we want our children to keep close together as the years roll by, for before many years they will have taken our places. And may there be a St. Johns Moneer Society as long as St. ohns stands is the earnest wish of your first president. And now as we part, let us take to our hearts and practice in our lives this beautiful little poem by James Whitcomb Riley: O heart of mine, we shouldn't worry so! What we have, missed of calm, we couldn't have, youknowl What we have met of stormy pain. And of sorrower driving- rain,. John was directed to pioneer this, our iicautuui; city, now honored by his memory and monument crcctcdtthofcto in his revered name nndi :tlinl is why Saint Johns nowoxfsts, As a pioneer, and pioneers always have been the best i blood of America, we, following his lead having journeyed hero and cs tablished our residences here, organized the "Pioneers of Saint Johns" on Mny 30th. 1913. We, tho old timers, met ink enjoyed ourselves nnd ronewei acquaintances nnd made our selves Known to ono nnoiner and i were delighted to meet tho other pioneers to whom Saint Johns is lovely. . By invitation of Mrs. J. C. Scott, who desired tiio presence of "IlcudB of Familio8"whohuvo resided in Saint Johns twenty- live years or moro to moot with hor at her homo in Saint Johns on tho 30th day of May, 1913 and wo did so. This meeting was for the solo purpose of renewing old times and getting acquainted over again with old neighbors am friends. To meet hi a socio way and to keep in closor touch. u8 it wcro, witn.cachOthor, for tho years nrevpaselnytildickly, and soon there will be vacant places when tho roll from year to year is called. Those who responded to the call of tho West nnd beenmo nionoers, such as all of us did. arc our sisters and brothers to help build u great and glorious Oregon, and those who met and deliberated upon tho orgnnizn tlon of n Pioneers' Society of Saint Johns nro as follows: Mrs. A. IC. Graves, ago 90: settled in Saint Johns in 1888. Mrs. Nancy Copies, ago 83; settled hero in 18G0. A. L. Miner, age 7(5: settled hero in 1880. E. D. Hurlbert. ngo 71: set tled hero in 1885. P. T. Hanson, age 71: settled hero in 1882. Mrs. A. L. Miner, nge 72: set tied hero in 1880. L. B. Chipmnn. nge 70: set tied here in 1885. Mrs. P. T. Hanson, age 08: sottled hero in 188-1. Mrs. A. M. Roberts; ago 07: settled here in 1805. Mrs. H. A. Severance, ago 07: settled here in 1887. Mrs. P. T. Smith, nge 00: set tled here in 1852. Mrs. E. D. Hurlbert. ace 00: settled here in 1885. Mrs. Anna Downs, acre 04: settled here in 1880. T. J. Monnhan. age GO: set tled hero in 1882. Mrs. L. B. Chipman. ago 00: settled here in 1885, S. R. T. Gatton. ace 00: set tled lutfo in 1863. Mrs. I'. J. Monahan. aire 59: settled here in 1882. Mrs. M. A. Massoy. aire 57: settled hero in 1884. Mrs. J, C. Scott, acre 57: set tled here in 1888. Tho above mentioned were there in answer to tho pioneer call nnd spent a jolly, happy afternoon, combining pleasure and getting things in shape so as to put tho Pioneers of Saint Johns on n solid footing. The hostess, Mrs. J. C. Scott. then announced that lunch was in readiness, and we all did justice to the good things which wore prepared tor us to eat. We were served bv J. Vinton Scott and Katherino Scott, son and daughter of Mrs. J. C. Scott, and Miss Irene Hurlbert, friend of the familv. after which tho gathering was called to order and tne following busi ness was transacted: Mr. T. J. Monahan was asked to preside over the meeting, and nis remarks were alone: tho line of organizing a regular secietv. to meet once a year, in order to keep up the interest and to bring each member into better friendly relations. He proposed electing a President,. VicoFreaideut and A young man whose time might be better employed has been in Salem circulating nn initiative Petition to nlnnn unnn the ballot for the voters' rnnsid. oration at the November elec tion . the question of abolishing the State Senate. Hero is another nione of v. perimentnl legislation, of wlifnli Oregon already has moro than her share. Tho government of the State has become one of ex periment, and that to the detri ment of the good people who' mnko up the population. Some of us have somehow got the idea into our bends that tho more new fnngled legislation we enact tho nearer thogovern ment is to tho people, nnd there are some who actually believe that if the upper branch of tho legislature can bo abolished, much good will result. Slowly but certainly we are getting away from representa tive government. It is nil verv I nice and sounds well to say that tho people shall rule, but the only sensible way for the people to rule is through representa tives, nnd to abolish the State Senate is not going to bring tho government any nearer the peo ple than it hns been. If lliis agitation for something new in government continue?, govern ment win eventually bo n one man proposition, or it will bo n free for all nflnir entirely lack ing in anythinir like a resnon sible bond, either form being much loss satisfactory than that which we now have. In unv event, it is hoped the people will deal this latest fancy n death blow at tho election in Novom nor. a iow rouukes in the wny oi uuicatfl will teach the ngita tors n lesson which nothintr elso ever will. Salom Messenger HIGH SCHOOL Corona Club Events Items of Interest Regard ing School Doings The Senior class entertained the Juniors and tho Faculty at the High school Saturday eve ning, Juno 13. Tho entertain ment was in the form of it Japanese party. Twenty-two I were present, nnd they looked very unique sitting on tho floor or on soin cushions under tho Japanese lanterns. Japanese games wore indulged in, and a typical Japanese lunch wns served nt n low tabic, about which the guests sat on cushions. Tho food served was rice pud- uiiiM, nil- UIM'?, WlUUrt), 8U11U- , m. 'A-it Ill-ism Pnnf Vli . tn Ut.u ..... ,...i j A?i piize, i uui rii U ILilL'Oi til I I 1 I illMIJINI'Mli I I'll 1... . II 1 . - - - - - i-'-'w tviu k i iiriii" nn I z . ' " The Corona Club held it promised "Ribbon Moot" Tues , day evening, Juno 10, and nc , cording to facts it was evidently a success. Those places repro i sented were tho Jefferson High School, Jnmes John High School, Central Grammar School, North Grammur School and Portland Woolen Mills. The events and prizewinners are here listed: Fifty yard dash for girls under 12- 1st. prize. Frances Cannon; 2nd. prize, Genevieve Russell; 3rd. prize, Ruby McKinncy. Fifty yard dash for girls over 12-lst. prize. Huzol Phillips;. 2nd. prize, Alice Rassie; 3rd. prize, Ethel Elliot. Fifty yard backward race 1st. prize, Curtis Phillips; 2nd. prize, Jay Asper; 3rd. prize, Delbert Day. Fifty yard dash for bovs un T .11 The Oriental effect was further ft , .Vi Lost'lm. Sccrctury. and upon motions made,- duly seconded and cur rled. n Presidont. Vice Prcsi dent and Secretary were thereby elected. At tor some discussion it was further decided to elect a Chaplain nnd Oman st. Upoi motions made, duly seconded am! enrripd, a Chaplain and Organist wcro elected. The following nro the olllcors elected: Mrs. J. C. Scott, presi dent; Mrs. P. T. Smith, vlco presidont; Mrs. A. J. Hanson. secretary nnd orgnnist; Mr. E. D. Hurlbert. chaplain. Mr. Monahan further mention cd that it would be a good idea to bring in some old curios to bo placed in some public bin dim; for tho rising generation to visit and look over and see whnt iconic used to hnve. Ho men tiored li Bible that he had which used to belong to the Founder of our Town, Mr. James John. and thought it would only bo right and proper to place tho Bible in some safe place where )eoplo mignt sec it and thereby (cop his memory lrcsh m their minds, of those who will soon be taking tho place of the old timers. Upon motion made, duly sec onded and carried, the name of this society will bo known us Pioneers of Saint Johns." Up- on motion mano, amy seconded nnd carried, tho society adopted a badge, and ulso upon motion made, duly seconded nnd carried, he second Tuesday oi June of each year was settled on as being the date of tho yearly meetings. Mrs. P. 1. Smith, vice presi ent of tho society, extended an nvitation to the society to meet with her at her residence in Sellwood, Oregon, Juno 9th, 914, for the second session of Pioneers of Saint Johns." which was unanimously accepted, There being no further busi ness to transact, Air. Monahan read tho 97th Psalm, und prayer was offered by tho Chaplain, Mr. E. u. Hurlbert. and "Nearer My God to Thee," was sung, and tho first session of "Pioneers of Saint Johns" Society closed. A removal to the front veranda was in order and arrangements made for a snap shot as the ioneers of Saint Johns stood in place. Every ono felt that the afternoon had been well spent, and all enjoyed tho gathering. and as we bid each one good ight. each felt younger in years and spirit. May it be the ot of each one to meet many times more. Mrs. Adele J. Hanson, Secretary. ! If you are thinking of having your house wired lor electric ghtB, call at 910 N. Hayes street, St. Johns. Satisfaction guaranteed; fixtures made to order, adv. their last lesson for this term The girls have spent two per iods ouch woek in tho cooking room, and every one has shown much enthusiasm in the work. No leas interest has boon given to sewing, and there has been much progress made in this department. Besides doing the specifiod amount of model work. they havo taken up tho making of plain garments so that next year thoy will ho able to try their hand at tho more difficult ones. While the girls hnve been busy with their domestic scicuco, the boy's time has been spent in tho manual training room. Tho boyn hnve made many UBoful ar ticles; among them are umbrella stand, waste basket, sleeve board, plant stand, hat rack, clock case nnd magazine ruck. There uro eight senior girls from the leachors' training class who began Wednesday to take the teachers' examinations. Tho examinations were held Wed nesday, Thursday and Friday of this week at tho Failing School. ThoKowho took the examinations nre Hazel Hall. Vida Evans. Vina Swan, Maggio Dickie, Hazel PotorHon. Louiso Sterling. Sadie Cramorund Florence Wnss. After the two days vacation for tho Roho Carnival ovory one camo back Monday morning feel ing hotter propnrcd to finish the two remaining weeks of school. iiio Seniors huve finished a 11 examinations and havo been giv en u week's vacation to get ready for commencement week. Iho other c nssos are spending the most of this woek in review. and will hnve their examinations next weel:. Iho graduating High School wnK Mr. and Mrs. Fry on I lay oh street ning. The house was bountifully decorated with lavender and maize crepe paper and luvondor and white sweet peas. After gninoH and music wore enjoyed for a tune, n lunch was served. and cherried galoro were eaten. There were twenty-ono presont, and every ono tostilicd to having md n very pleasant time. the following is the program for Commencement Week: Sunday, Juno 21, 8:15 p. m. hiccalauroato nddrusa by Rov. A. Goode. Tuesday, Juno 23, 8:15 p. m. Class day. Thursday, Juno 25, 8:15 p. m. Commencement address by )r. W. J. Korr. Proaidont of Oregon Agricultural College. (oportor. cIiish of the rocoivod by at thoir homo Monday eve J. Appearing in the Rink 100 yard dash open- 1st. prize, Willis Vinson: 2nd. prize, Louis Dunsinore; 3rd. prize Curtis Phillips. 220 yard dash open 1st. prize, Willis Vinson; 2nd. prize, Louis Dunsmore; 3rd. prize, Charleu Black. High jump open 1st. nrizo. Willis Vinson; 2nd. prize, Loui Dunsmore; 3rd. prize, Curtis Phillips. Pole vaullt open-1st. prize, Willis Vinson; 2nd. prize, Abner Secrost; 3rd. prize, Curtis Phillips. Broad jump open 1st. prize, Louis Dunsmore; 2nd. prize. Willis Vinson 3rd. prize, Earl Keliher. Base ball -throw--1st. prize, Lowell Anderson; 2nd prize, Burt Williford; 3rd. prize Earl Keliher. Half milo Race 1st. . prize Curtis Phillips; 2nd. prize Louis ' Dunsmoro; 3rd. prize, Chas., Black. ' Half milo Relay Race 1st. prize- High School Team- Flav ius West, Bertil Lundstruin, Burt Willoford, Clarence Kreu ger. 2nd. prizoTown School Team - Willis Vinson. Russoll Smith, Jay Aspor, Curtis Phillips. 3rd. prize- Corona Team Earl ICelihor. Louis DuiiBinore. Law rence Serrurier, Charles Black. Clerk of Courao- Norman Bro kliw. Starter-Harold Smith. Timokeopors Wirth, Fittorer, Payne. Judges of finishCard, Ser rurier, Mowrey, Field Inspectors Day, Me Niven, Kelihor, Meyers, Dung, more, Orr. Committeo forapparntu8--Eva, Crouch, Woolhisor. Jonas, Ma her, McGregor. Committee in charge of eu tries Bailey, Short, Weimar. Linquist, Cntto. CnnrigliL Ollicin! Scribo-Marguret Nel son. Official Announcer- Harry Card. Roferoo- Louis Dunsmoro. Committeo in charge of rib bon prizes Foubort, I larrington, Hiatt. Forty prizes wero givon con sisting ot ribbons of the Corona club colors, old rose and old gold. Tho Corona Club him issues! I eighty invitations for u rocop I tion to be givon in honor of tho "Alumni" of Room 15. Thoro have boon four graduating class es in tho InBt two yMrs nnd whon tho present class has com pleted tho work thoro will havo noon ono hundred twenty grndu ales in tho lust fivo terms. Official ordors having been is. sued against tho showing in ortland of "The House of Bond- ugo" in motion pictures nt tho leilig 'theatre, arrangements were made to show tho pictures at tho skating rink at St. Johns, with tho unqualified sanction of Mayor Vincent and members of the Council. "The House of Bondage" had icon advertised extensively to appear at the Jleilig Theatre uus ween, uuo last week Man ager I'angle, of the Hoilig, ar ranged for a special "run" of the films for tho benefit of the Official Board of Consors. Tho judgment rendered was unfavor able, and such a report wns ten- nrod to Mayor A hoe and tho Chief of Police. Monday morning the films were- shown to the police department; Municipal Judge Stevenson, Judge Gatons, ex-Senator Gearin and the Mayor's secretary. The final edict of "no show" was deliver ed Into Monday night. Judge Gatens and ex-Senator Gearin' wore in favor of showing the pictures. After inspection by the Mayor and council of St. Johns, who considered the pictures of strong moral value, arrangements were closed witli the mnnngemont of a skating rink in St. Johns to show tho pictures Thursday, Friday und Saturday of this week between tho hours of 1 p. m. and 11 p. m. "Tho people, may judge the pictures," said Manager Pangle. Joromo Whistler, one of Cnlei Bros.' efficient assistants atCen tralia, Wash., spent a few days !n Si. .Tnlinu with vnlutlvoa imil Chief Clark, of friohds last week. ,