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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1915
Page
8
The text extols literature as a path to other worlds, enlarging the reader's horizon and offering solace. Books provide escape from sorrow and fear, freeing the reader from envy, vanity, and dull routines, allowing contact with the good and great.
One eighth of its crop is grown locally by an extensive tobacco farmer who imports two and a half times as much as it cultivates and exports none. France, under government supervision, raises tobacco and imports large quantities of Virginia tobacco to maintain cigarette quality under the state monopoly. Both France and Spain maintain buyers in this market.
A weathered sign reading Tolpom prompts a man to explain it means To Long pond one mile, noting locals know the hunting ground while outsiders may not grasp the indication. The exchange underscores plain speech and regional knowledge in a rural setting.
A man in a courtroom remarks he has tried various courses from Ein ergarten to college but now aims to obtain his bachelor's degree, signaling a genuine purpose amid the proceedings. The exchange is recorded in the Richmond Times Dispatch.
Ambiguous exchange shows Senator Gorgham denying full knowledge while acknowledging awareness. The remarks suggest a tense moment where the senator refuses to reveal details, citing uncertainty about what can be disclosed.
A historic description likens hydraulic mining flows to iron bars, stating the water is so swift that a sword strike would shatter and fail to yield, emphasizing the immense velocity and force of the streams.
A small bag cannot hold what is large and a short rope cannot draw water from a deep well. The proverb contrasts insufficient means with demanding tasks, implying limits of ability and appropriate tools.
A historical note explains that presidents date proclamations from the Year of Independence though no law requires it. It traces origins to the Confederation era with the 1778 Philadelphia signing and the 1776 Independence reference, and cites Washington’s early proclamations dated in New York.
The article explains kit-cat portraits as dull, mediocrian works with no genius shown. It recounts a tirade at a club where Addison Steele Walpole and Marlborough discussed the term linked to Christopher Cat Kit and its influence on English leadership.
In New York a twelve year old named Miss Molly explains she bought three pairs of gloves charged to the family without parental consent. The father scolds the act as wrong and the girl responds that the gloves were needed and won’t cost anything.
After a longer absence, a mother asks Helen if her conscience troubles her when running away. Helen replies that the little voice inside is her guide, revealing inner conflict and moral hesitation.
Fragment describes conversations about a potential marriage, noting that none of several announcements led to a wedding. A friend questions whether the unnamed woman will marry the suitor, reflecting social pressures and expectations.
A brief Detroit Free Press exchange shows a venting couplet where one vows lifelong silence to a partner, and the other notes the pattern of threats. The dialogue highlights recurring anger and a stubborn stalemate in their relationship.
Diggs calls Higgs-Crooke a careful criminal lawyer. the NY Sun suggests he stays within lawful bounds and avoids overstepping.
A short quotation attributed to J G Holland notes divine aid to birds yet states the divine does not place ties in nests, implying self reliance and effort are required.
Former Indiana residents are urged to attend the oead and social concourse on Saturday August 28. Fried chicken will feature the dinner with yellow legged pullets in condition for the slaughter. Portland company is expected and full lunch baskets will be needed. further announcements in a week.
The Annual Teachers Meeting for capable and novice instructors will be held at the McMinnville Court House on August 30 31 and September 3. Sessions begin 10 a m August 30. Teaching plans and support will be presented and continued. No tuition is charged. S S Duncan
Miss Ardis Jones hosts at Hillsinger while guests from Portland and Chehalem Center visit. A hundred fifty attend an old-time dance at Community Hall with Lyle’s Orchestra from Newberg and Earl Rolin from McMinnville. Frances Rocchi of Boston performs a Pipe Dance. Dundee Woman's Club thanks attendees and local merchants for support. Edward Clark of Minneapolis noted.
Local notices advertise Oliver plows and repairs by Oregon Hardware & Implement Co and sales of farming equipment. A.V. Hendrickson near Newberg lists silo cutter or large feed cutter and 45 feet of elevator for sale or trade. Colts offered by Mrs. H. C. Paulsen and two more colts to view at Kentner’s barn and later South College St. G. S. Nelson promotes wood bending and low prices with contact. Pyles German Coach stallion to be shown at Sherwood on Mondays and Tuesdays with further details at Commercial Stable.
The Newberg Creamery Co announces next Sunday's special tutti frutti flavor as customers line up to be served. The note suggests ongoing business amid a playful ice cream war reference and emphasizes the upcoming offering.
25 acres under Boise Payette Irrigation Project near Greenleaf Idaho with ample water and rich volcanic ash soil. 12 acres alfalfa and 5 acres apple orchard coming into bearing. % mile from Greenleaf railroad station in Friends settlement near academy church and public school. Inquiries to Ernest B. Taylor 1262 E First St or W E White & Co tf.
Miss Charlotte Holden visits the Sherwood family while teaching in Cleveland Ohio. Fred Schofield and family stay with H C Baker. Calkins and Fendall families attend a funeral last Saturday. Kenneth Fendall visits relatives near Willamina. Amoth family hosts Rostad and Prof T J Butler. George Gublér visits Joanna Davis. Seven threshing machines operate in the valley amid grain losses and an ice cream Sunday School picnic.
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