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About Washington County news. (Forest Grove, Washington County, Or.) 1903-1911 | View Entire Issue (June 12, 1903)
T H E W A S H IN G T O N C O U N T Y CHARLES E. HINE8, M. D., Wagner's Drug Store, Forest Grove, Oregon. C. L. LARGE, M. D., Physician and Surgeon. , Diseases o f women a specialty. Forest Grove, Oregon. E. B. RENTZ, M. D., Physician and Surgeon. Office over Abbott’s Jewelry Store. (Both ’phones.) Forest Grove, Oregon. W. M. Langley. L. L. Langley. LANGLEY A SON, Attorneys and Counselors at U w Notaries Public Real Estate and Conveyancing Upstairs Wagner Bldg. Forest Grove J. N. HOFFMAN, Attorney and Counselor at Law. Upstairs, Caples Block. Forest Grove, Oregon. W . H. Hollis. Earl B. Hawks HOLLIS A HAWKS, LAW YERS Real Estate and Corporation Laikt a Specialty. Office over Hines & W agner’s Drug Store Forest Grove C IT Y BARBER SHOP, A. J. Wirtz. Baths. Laundry Agency. Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove. C. E. GEIGER, M. D., Homeopathist Physician and Surgeon. Office, over W escott’s Store. Residence, east of M. E. Church. Forest Grove, Oregon. DR. R. NIXON, Dentist. Forest Grove, Oregon. M. L. NOBLE, T H E REAL ESTATE MAN Can suit you with small tracts oi large tracts of land, first-class dairy (arms, fruit farms, hop yards and hay farms. Office: Next to Brick Livery Barn. M rs . W ilb u r M c E ld s w n e y TE AC H E R OF VOCAL MUSIC. Call at Residence or Inquire at postofflce. Forest Grove 25 years’ experience. Shop. Buxton’s Machino Forest Grove. J. T. BUXTON. General Blacksmlthlng, Farmers’ work a specialty. Forest Grove. J. B. M A TTH E W S, Artistic Paperhanger and Painter. Varnishing. Sign work a specialty. Forest Grove M. F. Nixon. R. P. Nixon NIXON FOREST GROVE LAND COM PANY Largs ana small Farms, City Property and Timber Lands for Sale, Loana Negotiated. Main Street, Forest Grove, Oregon. J. J. W IR TZ, Confectionery, Cigars and T o bacco. V '»T Fancy Soft Drinks, Ics Cold Soda Water. Fine New Ice Cream Parlor. Forest Grovs DR. V. L. DIMICK, Dentist. Upstairs, W agner Building. Forest Grove, Oregon M A Y N E AB BOTT Graduate of Parson’s Horologlcal In stltute. E X P E R T O PTIC IAN . Eyes tested and fitted Forest Grovs, Ore. B A LD W IN A KINO , Real Estate Exchange. Choice Homes and Lands In every part o f the County. Pacific Ave., oft Qburch Square. Forest Grove Fag* Thrse. summer. On his last day the heat had for warm weather and resumes his I been oppressive, and at four o ’clock coat. The original motion to adopt In the afternoon, with three boy the ordinance Is withdrawn. varnish and enamel of J. H. Westcott. The corrosepondlng sections in friends, he went swimming in the ..Seeds— Timothy and Clover, at W. White Salmon, Just across from Hood which these two ordinances differ ore B. Hicks. • River. A fter swimming across sev rend by the mayor and the recorder eral time he was taken with a cramp for comparison, "B " being the first and sank before his companions could introduced, and " B t ^ ” the one called PROBATE. assist him, though they made every up by Mr. Hughes. Jske Buxton want- In the matter of the estate of Thos. effort to come to his aid. Of the $8 ed the question of pass'ng such an or- H. Tongue, deceased. Petition grant received for his eight days' work In (finance first submitted to the voters ed asking for order to execute deeds the berry fields, half had been sent to of the city. Hughes sided with B ix- tor lots 9 and 10, University Park, his mother, and the check for the ton, but wanted the ordinance to be $4 reached her at the same time as decided on so the people could vote In- Portland, Oregon. 1 telllgently and know what restrictions Estate of P. M. Dennis and partner the news of his death. He was well known and a favorite I to the license were proposed. Superin- ship estate o f W iley and Dennis. Pe tition for order to sell real estate among the people o f Dilley, where he teudent Clapp inquired If the council filed. Citation issued requiring all per had gone to school, and popular among had promised to grant a license with- sons Interested to appear at County hls school mates. Rev. J. D. Douglass out the vote of the people, saying: “ I conducted the funeral service In Am- was in favor of that ordinance Court House to show cause. In the matter o f the guardianship lty June 5, from the Baptist church, ( “ B y j” ) and of submitting it to the of Charles G. Seth, a minor. Inventory and its seating capacity o f 500 could 1 vote of the people.” Here Mr. Hughes and appraisement filed. Total valua not accommodate the attendance. Th > suggested that as there were a num- finest display o f flowers ever seen ber of visitors present they be given tion, $4501.00. Inventory approved. Estate of George B. Day, deceased. there bore beautiful tribute to tne re- the privilege of expressing their views, Rev. Daniel Staver: ” 1 Just want to W ill admitted to probate. J. F. Day gard and affection he had won during ask a question on Mr. Hughes’ propo- and George B. Day appointed execu his short but manly life. Mr. and Mrs. Major Brown and Mr. siPon: If you pass this ordinance now, tors. N. C. Christenson, John Dun- One of the best books In the English language, In one of Its most 3tan and Eli Evans appointed apprais and Mrs. Wm. R. Stephens desire to would It not become a law before It attractive editions, Is offered In a competition open to all absolute!) ers. express to the numerous friends their was ever voted on by the people?" Mr. without cost. The little labor involved itself will benefit every com many Hughes: “ No, I don’t think It would, Estate of John Bergderfer, deceas grateful appreciation of the petitor. This Is one of a series of similar offers, to appear one a week, ed. Final report and account filed courtesies shown and the beautiful Even If this ordinance Is passed, wlth- and those who persist In the contest, even If they do not win a prize In jout going any further It Is a very herein. Ordered that Monday, July 6, flower display. the beginning, will find the training gained of great value. strict prohibitory ordinance.” Supt. 1903, at 10 o ’clock A. M., be set to The puzzle picture represents the name o f one o f the books o f hear objections. T U E S D A Y ’S COUNCIL MEETING. ' Clapp: ‘Mr. Mayor, I only speak for Charles Dickens. Find out that name, write up the news of vour com ! myself. I have always been In favor of Guardianship of Samuel E. Todd, a The city council s regular meeting , munity and send both with your name and address so as to reach The minor, report and account filed and Tuesday was one of the most Import-( the nmJority ruUng If the majority News before next Wednesday. Those giving the right title will have approved. vote for the licensing of the saloon, I ant ever held In Forest Grove's his their news report submitted, In such way that the judges can not die- Guardianship of Elizabeth Jackson, am In favor o f doing It. It seems to tory, an epoch-marking event. The pro cover whose work they are criticising, to two competent persons who me that this Is the most favorable or feeble-minded. Appraisement filed hibition policy which had obtained will estimate Its news value according to the opportunities afforded by dinance for licensing a saloon I ever and approved. Valuation $1375. since Its foundation was for the first the region reported. In this way * very competitor will have an equal heard of. I don't see any particular Estate of Mary Ann Watson, de time seriously questioned. For years chance to prove his value as a newsgatherer, to test his ability to see objection to the ordinance. Could you ceased. Estate admitted to probat«. It had been poular for campaign pur what ts happening about him. The form or style will not count, only th « enforce the conditions of the ordi W. N. Barrett appointed administra poses to charge one of the city tickets news value of the report. Not merely accidents, fires, births, deaths, tor, with bond at $1000. Letters nance? It strikes me that It should with favoring whiskey, but when elect weddings, socials, church aud lodge happenings, crop prospects, Improve issued. J. C. Moore. George Dooley be submitted in a straightforward ed such a council never gave any more ments, changes, school matters, a r«n ew s; whatever concerns or Interest« way to the people.” Mr. Buxton: and N. I. Burnett appointed apprais evidence o f friendliness to alcohol the people of Its territory Is the material for the newspaper. If you will “ Well, Mr. Clapp, In regard to selling ers. than their defeated opponents. But judge by what Interests you and try to bring out the points that Impress Estate of Carlton Tupper, deceased. liquor to minors, we have a state law.” this time the liquor proposition was you, presenting the matter as neai ly as you can as you see It, you will Real estate turned over to heirs of Supt. Clapp: “ I would like to ask you, definite; an ordinance bill was before find yourself most successful as a newsgatherer. It Is this ability for deceased. Administrator discharged. Do you think that they could pass on the council which had been laid over grasping and bringing out the news features that marks the good re It more Intelligently if the ordinance Estate closed o f record. from the last meeting, and during all porter, the one who finds news where others can see nothing. Remem were passed before? I think the pass Last will and testament o f S. S. the Intervening thirty days had been ber, If you will be honest with yourself you really like to see your name ing of It tonight would give you the Batesman, deceased, admitted to pro discussed and viewed In all Its phases, In print, especially accompanied by a good word, so others are likely to bate. Sarah E. Crow appointed ad I power to license a saloon.” The May- till almost everybody In Forest Grove be pleased to have you speak well o f them. ministratrix. 1 or: “ If we have votes enough The knew that something was to be doing The name of the winner of this competition together with the Judgec Estate of Eli J. Haines, deceased. granting of a license must be a differ Tuesday night, and many of them will appear In the next Issue. The winner will be mailed an elegant ent ordinance. I have run for mayor Balance final account approved. were on hand to witness that some edition o f the book named in the puzzle. Estate closed of record. four u'fferent times, and I remember thing. Superintendent C. F. Clapp, Dr. You will be helping to make a live county newspaper In which your very distinctly having It rung in my J. S. Bishop, Rev. Daniel Staver and home will be represented, may get a book worthy o f a place In any Carpets— lots to pick from. Colors ( L. L. Hollinger were among the at ears that It was a whiskey ticket.” one's library, and are sure to profit by the experience o f looking for that will wear and qualities that will tendants who afterwards were active Mr. Staver. “ I would like to know if news. There Is no faculty so valuable as that o f close observation. this ordtnante Is passed, if the vote stand much usage. Ah prices Roe A in the evening's discussion, and also to Address your letter, “ Editor Washington County News, Forest Grove, of the people would have any effect be observed were several members Buxton. • Oregon,” with the words, “ News— Rush,” In the lower left hand corner, In repealing It?” Jake Buxton: “ I, as of the New3 staff, representing the and the words, “ Dickens Competition,” In the upper left hand corner. business, art and news departments; a councilman, want to get the views of Washington County News, Forest the people before 1 vote on this ordi- MARRIAGE LICENSES. Stenographer Dixon with his note Mrs. Emma B. Louisignet and W il book among them, whence the detallei ' nance.” br. Bishop: ” 11 a license Is to be granted this ordinance is as satls- liam Zeigler. report o f the evening's happening : fa ory to m<5 as anything I know of.” Thomas Schoolcraft and Dora M. which follows PICTORIAL LITERARY PUZZLE. | V vor: "N ow , what we are after Is, Hubbert. Mayor F. T. Kane, Councllmen J. T it ve prohibit the saloons we want Fred A. Northrup and Miss Grace Buxton, J. S. Buxton, S. G Hughes. no:nothing to go to court on. The fine Harris. Nels Johnson, John Stribblvh..and. J. wtk made low enough so that they Farm wagons, machinery and tools S W irtz, Treasurer W. S. Hudson, could not appeal to the higher courts. at S. G. Hughes’. • Marshal P. Cronin and Recorder J. C. Now, if you can get them often enough Clark, all answered at roll call— a full ( without appeal it is all right.” (Mayor attendance. W hile the minutes were and Councilman W irtz go outside to A BIG MODERN FARM. being read the mayor, who evidently cool off.) realized the heated time coming, took Hughes: “ Several favor an extra Mr. Mink, of Butte, Mont., Is put 11 off his coat, and upon their approval, section being inserted to keep from ting a good deal o f money and a lot the recorder followed his example. of careful planning into a half section The finance committee’s report of bills * r / i 'Y r t -'V l/ ’J of unimproved land bought by him allowed was acepted and the accounts near Postmaster A tw ell’s farm. The ordered paid by sight warrants. Treas site Is on a slight knoll overlooking urer Hudson's financial exhibit was al Forest Grove, and commanding one of so presented and filed, showing $500 Vf \ the prettiest and most extensive out availlable for calling In warrants, so looks In the W illam ette valley. A force the call was authorized, the second of 35 men have been working the past call of this amount this year, which three months and now he has cleared means that Forest Grove has gained and in cultivation 30 acres, a prune $1,000 over Its Indebtedness by the orchard o f 30 acres, 30 acres ready council’s management In less than for apples, and a like-sized plot on W e give below a few descriptions ef half a year. The application from the which they are now blasting stumps Washington County News to be deslg the various kinds of property which and this too will go into prunes. nated the city official paper for the we have for sale, with prices. Other Shortly he will go to work on 60 acres next twelve months was referred to descriptions will be given on applica o f creek land which has been slashed, the printing committee, who later re tion. Correspondence solicited. and the ground will be In cultivation ported favorably, and by unanimous 440 acres timber land. 13 miles from next season. Sixty acres also will be vote it was so designated. Forest-Grove. Price $2,500, if taken put In a hop yard. •fore July 1st. Applications for water services were W H A T D IC K E N S C H A R A C T E R IS B E P B M E N T E D ? Buildings are on as enterprising a received from John W. Cornelius, 40 acres, all under fence, 15 acres scale as the ground: the barn has James Johnson. Mr. Meresse. M. E mder good cultivation, good orchard, been remodelled Into one o f the most Hall. L. L. Hollinger and C. V Odell 10 acres slashed, burned and seeded. licensing a saloon until It has been convenient In the country, with roomy for dwellings, and from Geo. C Naylor 5 acres timber. W ater piped to dwell- voted on by the people.” Mayor: “ If again retire outside to cool off. Jake cow and hay sheds, and a force of Buxton also ifnds It necessary to r » and John Stribbich for pasture AH " spring. Running water toi - wqg f M a o r t f l n n n n o w o l^ n itr carpenters, with the lumber on the tire, and take^ his whirligig with him.) were granted. ground, are hurrying up a big prune Johnson. " I %m getting too hot la An ordinance bill relating to the drier, while a powerful wind mill and here. I guess .1 shall have to go out licensing of saloons— laid over from large tank supply an extensive water side and own o ff." Kane, to Clapp: last meeting— was brought up and de system. "You see, we have done away with clared ready for discussion. The re our fancy benches.” Clapp: “ Yes, One year ago this was one of the corder arose to read It, but was advis these are all right. I am going to most desolate spots in the country, ed by Jake Buxton to (It down, lest he come down here every night.” John but a quick eye saw Ita possibilities get tired out before the evening's and money liberally and judiciously son: "W hen we are not here?” Kane: work was completed. The advice was spent Is fast transforming It Into one "I guess we had better cut out that en accepted. A fter a silence, this ordi of the finest farms In Oregon. tire motion and make a new one.” nance bill, marked “ Exhibit A,” was (P at Cronin hangs his hat on nature's rejected by formal vote. “ Exhibit B,” own peg; so does Jake W irtz.) The quickest way to turn second another liquor license ordinance bill, Moved that copy of ordinance mark hand household goods, furniture, or was read for discussion, and Johnson ed “ BV4” be published and the ques anything o f which you want to dispose. moved Its adoption and that it pass to tion be whether a saloon or no saloon Into money is to send It to the Auction Its first reading. T o this Hughe« ob shall exist In Forest Grove under the jected as the mayor Inquired If the House. • ordinance, election to take place July council was ready for the question, as 1st. "Kane: “ Print one ticket on red another ordinance for the same pur and the other on blue paper, so tkat DEATH OF W IL L IA M BROWN. pose had been prepared and he want they will be easily to count” There ed It read first. The mayor remarked were no remarks on the motion, and It William Brown, son of Major Brown that a motion was before the bouse for carried unanimously. Recorder was of Amity, and grandson of Wm. R. discussion and not for substitution. Instructed to print notices for the elec Stephens of Dilley, died near Hood Then came a long and deep silence. tion. River, Oregon, June 2, in hts fifteenth The mayor went outside to cool off. Council then instructed the marshal year and was followed by Hughes for thf to collect dog tax and take up all He had completed creditably his ex same purpose. Hughes returning first cows, then adjourned. aminations In the Amity High School, In the Interim Jake Buxton amuse- went to Portland to see tbs President himself making a whirligig, wltl J. H. W lrts is the only practical and then on n visit to a cousin near w W h he keeps contented the rest o: plumber In town. All kinds o f tin- Hood River, his parents having con the evening. The recorder finds that sented to his working there during the he has made unnecessary preparation work. Second door from postofflce. * A N E W S CON ■ H TEST * * A Fine Volumeof Dickens for the man, woman or child who can see and tell the happenings of their neighborhood . . . . ii M ILLS & HINES. Expert Horsw Shoers, N ext door north That means getting your paints, oils, lead, Physician and Surgaon. Office over Hines t Paint up and be up-to-date. N EW S, F O R E S T GROVE, OREGON, J U N E 12, 1903 Real Estate Barga» List