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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1904
Page
4
Newberg Graphic information listing second class mail status at Newberg Oregon. Publication appears weekly with B H Woodward as editor and publisher and W C Woodward as associate editor.
A reflective note contrasts historic bloody battles with current clashes in the Orient, asserting the brutal reality of modern warfare and invoking Sherman’s dictum that war is hell to emphasize the carnage described in the latest conflict.
The article notes fierce forest fires devastate vast timber value in Oregon. Smoke blankets the region, troubling owners whose forests suffer annual losses, while residents hope for timely fall rains to ease the danger and protect their timber wealth.
State saloon men discuss plans for the local option campaign urging proper conduct. Prohibition supporters dismiss their advice as too local and too optional, echoing a critic from last month.
The article discusses renaming the Oregon Reform School to Oregon Industrial School to reduce stigma. It warns that removing disgrace may erase the fear of being taken to Salem, potentially affecting youths not aligned with Sunday School discipline.
A Kansas City woman seeks release from marriage stating her husband was too compliant and offered no backbone. The court grants the divorce. The publicity surrounding the case is expected to create social hardship for wives with no cause for complaint.
Citizens rejoiced as news arrives of an heir to the Russian throne ending a long period of doubt over succession. The birth of a son was widely anticipated after several daughters raised questions about royal lineage and eventual leadership.
The Czarina, long disappointed by four setbacks, finally trembles with joy as Alexandra Villa’s rise brings a hopeful gleam. The war’s sabres, muskets, and artillery fade for now in a moment of renewed public faith and a guiding child.
The article urges building more substantial brick blocks on First Street to boost Newberg as a sign of stability and prosperity. It calls for public spirited investors to fund such projects and notes a need for readable culture and local attractions, including a Mazamas lodge plan for Mt Hood tied to the Lewis and Clark fair. It also extols reading and local scenic appeal as contributing factors to progress.
The triennial conclave of Knights Templar in San Francisco runs September 5 to 9 and the sovereign grand lodge S O O F meets September 19 to 25. Southern Pacific offers a low round trip fare of one and one third, not exceeding 25 dollars from Portland. Readers are urged to note the rates for travel to California.
The annual fair runs September 12 to 17 with expanded premiums and an increased stock show. California exhibitors may bring thoroughbreds, and northwest Canada plans a regional exhibit. County displays will be larger, racing and evening entertainment deemed strong. send for a premium list to Secretary W. A. Moores in Salem and participate with stock or goods.
Stanley and Bono advertise free delivery from Newberg Meat Co offering a range of fresh meats bacon lard and other cuts. They emphasize in house buying to supply the valley with the best meats.
William Kirmie of the bridge gang near Littleport fell ill with cramps and cholera like symptoms Thursday night. Crew members cared for him while Dr. Gifford advised Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy, which eased his condition enough to be about by the next day. The notice promotes the remedy as reliable and available from C. F. Moore & Co and advertises discounted watches at Heacock's jewelry store.
A short notice advertises Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy to prevent fatalities from burns sores ulcers and piles. It notes the salve costs 25c at F. H. Caldwell & Co. Drugstore and mentions new shipments of gents hats neckties and shirts at Porter & Larkin's.
The Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is praised for treating bowel complaints in children with uniform success. It is advertised as widely used and available for purchase from C. F. Moore & Co.
Porter and Larkin promote a free Morris chair with every cash purchase, inviting shoppers to visit their store for the limited time offer.
J F Hayes of DuPont Georgia endured a long stubborn lung infection after two doctors gave him up. He used Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption and recovered quickly. The testimonial claims the remedy conquers coughs colds and lung troubles and is guaranteed by F H Caldwell & Co.
Saturday sales at Chehalem Valley Market on Main Street announced by Paul Brunzel and Son for retail and wholesale butchers.
Pharmacists claim nine in ten recommend Chamberlain s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy when diarrhoea is asked about. It is cited as the dependable cure even in severe cases sold by C F Moore Co. A mortised screen door lasts longer than two beveled or blind mortised doors made by Newberg Sash and Door Factory 33.
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