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HUMOE.


ird Portland


1 visit the Lewis and Clark Fair in 1 remain here permanently. Real Es- here could be nothing more certain

ADDITION

most delightful place in Portland for


t desirable residence district in the city. A level plat- view of the city, the river, Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens,

and within easy walking distance of the business

IS improved streets, gas, electric lights, water mains, jme-builders. Seeing is believing. Locate your home is certain to enhance is value.


STATE COMPANY

PORTLAND, OREGON


The Summer Girl.

Now cloth sweet Pearl, tne summer girl In garbs that seem a dream, Disport upon the beach; And lay her train to catch the swain Who ventures in her reach.

Upon the sands all day she stands With anxious mien and meek, Intent upon her game; In pensive mood she sits and broods. But lands him all the same.

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The Measure of Success.

Billkuss — Wilkins, what, in your opinion, is the way to gauge success in politics?

Wilkins — Well, I've been in the game a long time, and I've concluded that the only measure of success is whether or not a man has been indicted.

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Chunks of Wisdom.

When a man gets a letter addressed merely with the name of the city, without the street number, he takes it rather as a compliment to himself than as a credit to the postoflfice department.

What an uncomfortable time our ancestors who are in the next world must be having if they pride themselves on our achievements!

Wouldn 't Epicurus have been a great presi- dent of a life insurance company!



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THE HILL

MILITARY ACADEMY

HOTEL


LEWIS AND CLARK

EXPOSITION

PORTLAND, OREGON


NOT TOO NEAR NOT TOO FAR

This Fits the Case Exactly Location Ideal

HIS splendid building has been thrown open for the convenience and en- tainment of persons visiting the Fair. Within ten minutes walk of main entrance; only building in the block. Gives fine view of Exposition building and miles of the Willamette River. Street cars pass the door. Re- servations should be made now. For rates and particulars apply to

DR. J. W. HILL, 821 Marshall Street, Portland, Oregon

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