Newberg Graphic notes spring issues and local plans
The Newberg Graphic reports on the embalmed week question and the white man’s burden as spring millinery openings rise. It notes a Newbery Board of Trade meeting tonight and rising postal receipts suggesting business improvement. A proposed bicycle path from Newberg to LaFayette and nearby towns is urged for county consideration. Snow storms east of the Rockies and lingering winter are mentioned. Congressman Cannon warns the U S cannot shed duties on territories from the Spanish war.
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Newberg
LaFayette
Dayton
McMinnville
Sheridan
Countly Court
Rockies
Yamhill
Transeript
Polk County Observer to Expand to Seven-Column Folio
Polk County Observer owner Mr. Hayter pledges to install a cylinder press and enlarge the paper to a seven column folio. Observers note the seat of Polk County should have a larger Republican newspaper.
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Hayter
Polk County
Two Indian Mummies Allegedly Shown in Scientific American
The Folk County Observer questions a Scientific American cover image claiming two Indian mummies found near the headwaters of the San tiam in the Cascade mountains. The paper mocks the claim and defends Dr. Woods as arbiter and Doc. Morrow in Dallas as source.
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Scientific American
Santiam
Cascade Mountains
Doc
Morrow
Dallas
Dr. Woods
Lolk Co
Observer
Democracy promises young men their greatest hope
The piece argues that democracy offers the nation its best path to opportunity and profitable business, urging voters to recognize democracy as the key to equal chances in life. It recalls Cleveland era optimism and warns that hope without results breeds disillusion.
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Centralia Ash
Editorial Afterthoug_hes Globe Demorrat
A collection of satirical notes on current events from the era. It cites Aguinaldo, Cuba, McKinley, and Kipling with humorous asides about politics, economy, and public opinion. The piece mocks, questions leadership, and imagines unlikely outcomes in a brisk, opinionated voice.
South in Florida and Georgia Plates Text on Land Use
A correspondent, traveling Pensacola to Pablo Beach, compares western Florida and southern Georgia farming. He notes sandy soils, shallow plowing, timber types, terrace farming, and a mix of crops like peas and clover for soil enrichment. He sees limited incentive to relocate south despite land availability and notes labor largely by African Americans.
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Graphler
South
Pensacola
Fla
Pablo Beach
Atlantic
L & N RR
Jacksonville
Macon
Fia
Chipley
Grandee Ridge
Indiana
Chand Ridge
North
Pla
Bermunda
Moertly
American Control in Hawaii Reveals American Style
The Honolulu town shows a modern, polyglot, American city with 14 churches and diverse institutions. Four-fifths of residents are Malayo-Polynesian or Asian, yet 3,086 Americans lead Hawaii by character and leadership, proving survival of the fittest in a blended ocean realm.
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McKinley
Philippines
Honolulu
Manila
Salem
Mass
Young Men's Christian Association
Masonic
Odd Fellow
Grand Army of the Republic
Sons of Veterans
Hawaii
Winthrop L. Marvin
American Monthly Review of Reviews
Railroads Seen as Catalyst in Philippine Development
A 19th century article argues a Luzon transinsular railroad from Manila would double the city’s population and boost exports, while promoting pacification and spread of modern ideas. It cites reduced tribal conflict and greater interisland cohesion, noting other islands too small for similar rail links.
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Philippines
Luzon
Luxon
Manila
China
Philippine Islands
Samuel W. Nelford
American Monthly Review of Reviews
Oregon Penitentiary Transfers Authority to New Officials
At dawn the Oregon state penitentiary passed to the new administration. Superintendent A N Gilbert retires after four years and twenty one days, surrendering to Hon J D Lee of Portland. Joseph T Janes becomes warden succeeding Henry I Brophry, with Earl Race as clerk as Frank Meredith’s former role. Inventory is complete and bonds posted for 810000 and 5000 respectively, enabling a morning turnover.
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Oregon State Penitentiary
A. N. Gilbert
J. D. Lee
Portland
Joseph T. Janes
Henry I. Brophry
Earl Race
Frank Meredith
Lee
Guy
T. T. Geer
J.T. Jones
Timetow
Dyspepsia cures and health ads flood early 1900s page
Advertisements praise Kodo Dyspepsia Cure for digestion relief and indigestion cures. A streetcar conductor notes his daughter survived croup after One Minute Cough Cure. Electric Bitters touted for liver stomach and blood purification with promise of renewed beauty. Drugstore pricing implied at 50 cents.
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C.F. More & Co
J. Sheer
Fedulia
C. F. Moore & Co
C. FE. Smith
E. C. DeWitt & Co
Chicago
C.F. Moore & Co
Quiet Lives of Honest Tradesman and Public Notices
A reflective verse meditation urges respect for a tradesman who shuns advertising and seeks peaceful rest. The piece contrasts this ethic with a bustling market scene and the value of quiet dignity amid public notices. Local ads warn of counterfeit goods and promote DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a trusted remedy.
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DeWitt
C. PF. Moore & Co
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Promises Quick Healing
Advertised cure all for eruptions fevers sores ulcers boils felons corns warts cuts chilblains and bruises. Claims pain relief and quick recovery with a 25 cent box price. Sold by C E Smith druggist.
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C. E. Smith
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Eprron & Punter
Oregon
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Illinois
Ivy
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Globe
Aguinaldo
England
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Hill
John Sherman
Col. Bryan
Jnstig
Jin Tak
Madrid
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Dewey
Corea
Boston
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Lake
Orr
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Ceecereres Sretish
Damien
Gilliam
Erie
Ummatilla
United States Court
SRO
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OIG
PS Porigs
PiMbeen Yoo
Ieee
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Charley Mitchel
Railronads
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Pierce
E.G. McKinney
Deepwater, Payette Co
W. Va
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Dr. Pierce
M. J. Canpenten
City
Aginesa
Central
Newberg Clothing House
Hodson Isros
Louaire
Vor Sill
Abetenet Co
Innville
James M. Pugh
David Everest
Wfte
J Jones
EU Hadoway
Euae
Fteekhart
Tsane Myers
Alice Covert
Ain
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Aso
Fred Lithee
Ywk
George C Sears Malin
Christenson & Miller
M J Jones
Deskins
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Celestia Walling
Amity
AH Robinson
Charlotte FE Rabingon l
Macys
Ad Dayton
Benj F Smith
Wfto
Mary P Dimmick
Wheatland
J P Price
First National Bank of Independence
Newberg Ls
Maple Park
Hodson
HS Maloney Ite
McMen
RF Dickerson
Martha E Misner
Craves
Effie G
Nelson
Chas
Woolworth
Cora B
Creason
AL Williams
Janie Hutton
Oscar Faulconer
Claudia Stewart
Clattop County
Multnomah County
Yamhill County
New-York Weekly Tribune
Graphic
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Herbert BE. Jess
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Murat Halstead
War Department
San Francisco
Pacific
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Mong Kong
Aguinalide
Bonangs
Mig
Guiht
T. Barber
See’y Star Insurance Bldg
Nelson & Reed
A. P. Oliver
Newberg, Or
Bank of Newberg
N. EB. Britt
Riyt S
Dicettore
OUR Aksvondexts
Letl & Theon
Sattuar Park Bank
New York
Serenaere
Levine
W. P. Heacock
Propristor Building Material Depot
Columbia
Hartford
Columbia Chainess
C. F. Johnson
ELC
Ward & Co
Zireet, Newberg, Or
G.I. Moore & Co
John A. Gege
Watchmaker
Morrison St. Portland, OR
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