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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1909
Page
3
A male graduate declares intent to girdle the earth while a female graduate questions why he begins with such a large project. The exchange captures a playful contrast in ambition and practicality between the two graduates.
A brief critique accuses certain critics of condemning what they fail to understand and labeling it conservatism. The comment frames the term as a misnomer born from ignorance rather than principled debate.
Residents report a morning tremor felt across several blocks. Mrs. Jenner Lee Ondego and Mrs. Selldom Holme described a distinct shake, with one noting it resembled a bed-rattle as her husband rose.
A city official tells an agent the Lonesomehurst lot he sold is flooded. The agent replies they will stock the site for fishing next season, reflecting a lighthearted exchange in the era.
A terse dialogue recalls a talking auto complaining of sluggish speed and victims questioning what struck them, suggesting a defective mechanism. The exchange hints at a non cruel stance despite reported harm and a folksy rural mood.
The article describes a scorpion that, when licked by a centipede, attempts a desperate fight but ends up committing suicide by twisting its tail and stinging itself in the back of the neck, then dies.
The ad boasts Allen's Foot-Ease powder to cure hot sweating and aching feet and grows into a claim about nails. It warns shoe stores against accepting tay sae ute and malig free while noting a locomotive should travel about 1,000,000 miles or twelve years with ordinary care.
Fragmentary note mentions a man from the city with possible plans to keep bees in the future. It states current efforts are focused on keeping a cook, with uncertainty about timing and intent.
A caller asks if a regular contributor is active. The city editor confirms the contributor consistently provides material, though none has been used recently, and humorously reiterates that they still think of him as a regular contributor.
A collection of didactic statements urging repentance and faith in God. Messages emphasize humility, perseverance, Christian commitment, and the dangers of religious hatred and worldly skepticism. The pieces argue that blessings come through faith and dedication, not payment plans or half measures.
Laurence Hutton recalls how a shell cameo of his father sparked a dinner party reveal. A guest declared he was the “clever little Frenchman” who cut the piece, identifying himself as Saint Gaudens and claiming the work for his own grandson Gussie and the boy.
A foreigner says the world is at peace and questions the need for armies. The native answers that a standing army keeps Capt Hobson quiet. London barbers’ boys are among the unhealthiest in youth. Salisbury plans a Henry VI statue for Dean Webb. Bertha asks after her hat as a child napper Fido rests nearby.
A humorous remark from a Chicago Tribune piece hints a department store plans a vacancy for a floorwalker. The speaker vows to apply, signaling upcoming job pursuit as the wigged observer teases about the store’s staffing change.
Van Antler notes a new English butler runs the household catering and asks him to send up something from the kitchen table tonight. Grubb questions his reliability, but Van Antler insists on trying the kitchen dish tonight.
At the Shawnee county courthouse Probate Judge Schoch began a ceremony for a young couple when a man burst in shouting and offering each to take an apple, delivering Grimes Golden apples as a joke, shocking the groom and bride.
The Philadelphia Bulletin quips on women’s choices from the Peerage to petty fashion. A maid wonders if she can buy a Count but a Duke costs more while she flirts with ideas of noble titles as the woman question centers on appearances and hats.
A collage of humorous dialogues and sketches from daily life. Jests about marriage money and social norms unfold through brief exchanges involving Mrs Briggs, Summerboard, editors and dealers. The items lampoon domestic economics flirtations and public manners in a brisk, period tone.
An odd mix of quotes appears with mentions of Mrs Winslow and a Solvenaa teething period. A sentence discusses investments in a mortgage secured promissory note at 6 percent interest. The piece also references alleged bribery attempts and a medical endorsement for Hamlin’s Wizard Oil to ease stomach pain.
A girl asks if world peace will reign and a man remarks that nations would sell guns and junk, suggesting a market for weapons. The Philadelphia Public Ledger presents the exchange as a reflection on peace and commerce.
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