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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1897
Page
3
Local items report seed wheat for sale by J. A. Jones on Chehalem Mountain and various town visits. Community notes include marketplace bargains at Mauritzen's, visits by families, school closures over fear of diphtheria, and local chatter on wheel repairs, carpentry, and upcoming events at Pacific College and the public school.
Yamhill county teachers hold a local institute at the college building in Newberg on Saturday May 1. The afternoon program features History of Education by President Newlin.
A red roan horse with a bald face and three white feet, branded ly and combined on the left shoulder, plus a collar mark on the left shoulder, is missing with a liberal reward for its return. 12 D Tavussan. Ww. Tavussan.
A Portland electric car on Last Morrison street near the Mount Tabor line crashed after its hind axle broke causing loss of brakes. The car plunged from a trestle into a twenty foot gulch and ten feet of water, killing three and injuring others. Passengers on the platform escaped or leaped clear while the motorman and conductor tried to save the car. Notable local deaths linked to the disaster include Miss Baillie formerly of Sherwood, and also Mrs. C. S. Fling and Mrs. Grames. The report also notes the death of Walter Metcalf of diphtheria in Newberg, with quarantine measures in place.
A Friday night college concert by Misa Glen and her brother Irving Glen rated among the best in Newberg. The performance contrasted favorably with winter events, highlighting the students and their instructors.
The regular quarterly examination of teachers will be held at the court house in McMinnville on May 12 13 and 14. The exam begins Wednesday the 12th at one o clock. Candidates for county papers must be present at opening. those for state papers may enter Thursday morning. G A Prestiss Co Supt.
Classified ad. two young milk cows offered for sale or trade. Seller C. C. Cannins invites exchanges for dry cows or heifers. Local auction or farmer network context implied.
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