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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1905
Page
2
The Newberg Graphic notes it is a weekly paper printed Thursday morning August 1 1905 in Newberg Oregon. It comments that many people bathe in the Pacific yet would not bathe in an ice cream freezer and discusses Senator Fulton and the Direct Primary law political sentiment.
When horse racing cannot proceed without pool selling and it seems Portland cannot sustain such betting, the report suggests halting horse racing or any activity reliant on professional gambling as the situation stands.
A group of four Washington county hunters were caught with deer meat in their possession. They faced fines and costs totaling a high sum, equating to ten dollars per pound for the meat. The report notes mountain goat venison also brings high prices when out of season.
The Albany Democrat calls for a special legislature to pass a law prohibiting the term Webfoot. A year with thirty five inches of rainfall prompts the editor to deem the word silly. The Woodburn Independent urges readers to build and own homes and considers how to pay carpenters.
A McMinnville paper touts a future creamery amid seven other bold headlines while critics warn against sensational editing. Readers note humor, subscription value, and rival papers’ stance on temperance, with Albany’s Democrat cited on yellow journalism.
The article notes disappointment for those who missed Chicago 1898 and outlines plans for upcoming fairs. It mentions Seattle aiming for 1907, the fortieth anniversary of Alaska’s acquisition, with arrangements underway for a styled exposition to celebrate progress.
The text notes celebrating the 400th anniversary of England's first settlement and New York's 300th anniversary of discovering the Hudson River, suggesting such anniversaries fuel interest in world fairs.
The Tele phone Register argues that Yamhill county lacks willingness to devote time and money to public causes. It notes residents are energetic yet focus on private affairs, hindering public welfare efforts and calls for a stronger Watch Tacoma Grow spirit.
Forest Grove residents backed temperance, elected a license council, but courts ruled the city charter forbids saloon licenses. Three saloons operate without revenue while temperance supporters lament the town’s reputation and license advocates decry missing funds for sidewalks. Saloonkeepers alone seem content.
In Newberg this summer lawns brown and roses droop due to water shortage. Dust from gravel streets clouds the town as temporary inconveniences persist. Officials urge visitors to stay cheerful and expect water supply to return in coming days, promising better streets and conditions.
A Pacific Monthly piece argues twelve permanent factors will make the Pacific coast supreme. Climatic advantages soil fertility product diversity Panama Canal influence immigration irrigation rivers rail facilities and proximity to the Pacific offer broad economic and strategic benefits with two markets Eastern states and the Orient plus growing tourism.
Reported by Yamnil Mounty Abstract Co listing transfers to numerous buyers including Abdill, Miller, Holdridge, Percyman, Eply, Force, Oliver, and others. Transfers cover lots, tracts, and aces in North Yamhill, Deskins, Central and Hauswirth additions, roads, and cemeteries with prices ranging from $10 to $4000, plus county road rights and miscellaneous parcels in Newberg and McMinnville.
The notice records a marriage license between Margaret Theresa McCann aged 19 and William Hollis Burns aged 24. An advertisement for Ballard's Snow Liniment from E. W. Sullivan, Sullivan House, El Reno, quotes a user recommendation dated June 6, 1902, praising its rheumatism relief with prices 25¢ 50c and $1.00.
The saying plays on the idea that value does not rely on appearances, suggesting substance matters more than surface. It contrasts gender and product with a twist on a common adage.
Cuba New York clergyman Rev W L Riley LL D describes fifteen days of severe sciatica pain before using Ballard's Snow Liniment. He reports first relief after the initial application and complete relief after the second. The ad lists 25 cents and 1 dollar, sold by C F Mowe & Co.
Public aroused to the curative merits of Electric Bitters as a tonic for sick stomach liver and kidneys. Mary H Walters of 546 St Clair Ave Columbus Ohio reports weeks of illness ending in relief and cure after using Electric Bitters. Guaranteed at F H Caldwell & Co drug store price 50c. Snoring in church incident noted.
An advertisement asserts health starts with nourishment and a healthy stomach. It promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a universal digester that cures stomach troubles and strengthens digestion. Sold by F. H. Caldwell & Co. The road to success is paved with grit and sand.
Mr and Mrs J A Anderson of 254 Western St Salt Lake City Utah endorse Ballard's Horebound Syrup for coughs and colds. They report years of use with immediate relief and pleasant taste. Available in 25c 50c and $1.00 sizes.
A local shop offers a variety of items including Base Ball goods Fishing Tackle Guns ammunition bicycle sundries and tennis goods with bicycle wheels starting at 25. Gun smithing and bicycle repairing are specialize services and customers are invited to visit.
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