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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1909
Page
5
Newberg Graphic notes that Willamette Valley land suffers from a dry season through late June and July. It stresses that proper cultivation yields remarkable results and that careful soil work is essential for profitability.
Experts say Oregon is the most prosperous region as postal receipts rise. Post Inspector E. C. Clement, in town Monday, notes Willamette valley post offices show a dramatic year rise. Valley towns lagging before now awaken, yielding tangible results.
The letter warns that high living costs at the Alaska-Yukon- Pacific Exposition in Seattle could deter attendees. It urges fair organizers to avoid gouging, noting Portland's lower charges boosted attendance and goodwill. A square deal for visitors is portrayed as essential for lasting positive impressions.
The Enterprise cites A P Oliver defending city ownership of utilities while noting grave suspicion if the Graphic had supported it earlier. Oliver proposes dual profit streams from city running power and water to fund parks and city hall improvements though the water system runs at low cost and is under scrutiny.
Commentary argues against rapid franchise voting for Yamhill Electric Co as three years remain. It condemns modern endurance racing after a Spokane boy’s death and highlights farm life inequalities especially for women, urging awareness and change. The piece previews upcoming meetings and a Portland editorial convention with a Chicago business delegation visiting Oregon.
A survey of 956 of 1100 letters shows farm daughters oppose marrying farmers due to wives’ hard labor. They describe mothers slaving dawn to dusk for cattle and crops, and fear “farmophlobia” as husbands focus on farming. They insist mothers bear the burden while fathers direct the livestock and fields.
Seven hundred threshermen from across Oregon will gather in Portland May 6 and 7 at the Portland Commercial Club Assembly Hall for the first meeting of the State Association. The group represents an investment of more than two and a half million dollars in steam threshing equipment and related paraphernalia.
Mrs. French sister of W R Carter visits Chehalem Center with them at present. Mrs H C Paulsen accompanies Hattie Ellison and son from Dayton visited Atkinson home Sunday. Rev Lindley Wells of Portland gave a missionary address to a well attended audience. Mrs Cyrene Palmer broke her wrist last Thursday evening but is recovering. Rev John F Hangon of Portland preached on Peace both morning and evening.
W B Taylor laid to rest Friday afternoon. Mrs A D McEwan visited Portland over the weekend. Mr and Mrs R D Bailey and family moved to Newberg. Mrs Shanahan's mother visiting for weeks. Mrs Elwin A McCornack hosted Red Hills ladies Friday. Mr and Mrs Richards returned home after visiting daughter Mrs Frank Keyes. Neighbors brought baskets for H B Powell and wife on their April 12 anniversary Easter gathering with many attendees.
Card of Thanks to friends and neighbors who helped and offered sympathy during our bereavement. We express sincere appreciation from Mrs. W. H. Taytor axp.
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