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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1906
Page
4
In a Thursday Aug 8 1906 issue editor Woodward notes property owners trimming dead weeds along streets while some risk fire. He criticizes Judge Gallo way for delays and urges a decision in the First street improvement suit before a new gravel coat is needed.
The article argues Fourth Street traffic by Southern Pacific is orderly while electric streetcars pose greater danger on other city streets. It notes the kicky of Portland people supports orderly use of Fourth Street despite differences in risk between steam and electric cars.
The annual meeting of the state press association will be held in Newport September 22 to 24. The note mentions Uncle Tony Noltner and mermaids away from the beach, but the main item is the scheduled dates for the gathering.
Charley Nickell once U S land commissioner and former Oregon State Press Association president was convicted of land fraud conspiracy and sentenced to thirteen months on McNeill's Island. He owns two newspapers in Medford and Jacksonville. The report notes his downfall and public regret.
Aunt Abigail Scott Duniway writes to the Oregonian with blue flame coloring accusing over zealous prohibitionists of defeating the woman suffrage cause. She mocks men in public addresses yet signals post election that not all men are included in her welcome.
A. W. Bishop, a local rancher near Hood River, was fined 50 dollars and jailed last week for beating his wife. The judge expressed regret that he could not sentence him to the whipping post, noting the judge’s compassion but limited jurisdiction.
A speech at the Negro Young People's Christian and Educational Congress in Washington urged support for Negro character development and intelligence, praising thrift and self-improvement as paths to a higher life and urging white allies to mirror the appeal.
W. W. Bristow reports that leading Mc Minnville businessmen who opposed the local option law have become frank in their attitudes. The change signals a notable shift in local political posture amid ongoing debates over alcohol regulation and enforcement.
The Graphic argues collections improve after saloon closings, notes revenue from a class of men who now pay cash, and predicts county seats may thank Newberg for moving away from the saloon business. It urges consistent treatment for inebriated outsiders and criticizes sympathy for adult drinkers.
J M Atkinson and wife vacationing in Newport this week. Mrs M S Brown from Milwaukee visited with Mrs Wm Rich. C B Wilson Curt Floyd Parker and Sam Anthers plan a Little Nestucca fishing trip. Dr Nelson Morrison opens a dentist office over the Bank of Newberg to meet old friends and new. Store corner First and Main renamed Patterson Parrish Co with expanded stock and a new shoe line to be advertised next week.
A nine man hose crew faced a hook and ladder side in warm Friday afternoon action. The game lasted ten innings and finished 13 to 14 with Walt Mills sidelined by a scalp wound from a fly. Fans packed the grand stand as all-star plays electrified the crowd.
Gate receipts reached 35 dollars as Miss May Dix stayed with cousin Anna Bartholomew. Mr and Mrs Turner of Sheridan visited Ed Turner and Nissen family. Mrs H G Miller and daughter visited sister Mrs Fendall. Grace Hopkins returned from a two week visit with sister Mrs Yergen. T H Vinton added a store room to his hop dryer. Mrs W T Vinton of McMinnville visited family. Emma Hadden visiting town. Evans suffers from another finger injury after previous amputation last spring. Jessie Saltee of Forest Grove visits mother and relatives.
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