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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1896
Page
2
The Globe Democrat reports England will consume roughly two million barrels of American apples this year. It notes political sentiment in 1896 showing Democratic gains in the eight largest cities and Republican leads overall, arguing education campaigns had limited impact on the vote.
Over four years in Indiana the Democrats gained 42 667 votes while Republicans rose by 68 613. The total statewide vote increased by 75 494. Demand for a registry law comes from across the state. The main hurdle is framing a bill with consensus, which could be resolved with honest effort.
The San Francisco Examiner’s large circulation, also read in Oregon, is cited as strong evidence supporting the Oregonian’s accusation of loose morals among Californians.
Mrs. L. A. Nash recalls the St. Louis national W C T U convention twelve years ago when churches were closed to women ministers. She notes that this year 121 churches offered their pulpit.
In Colorado where Bryan carried by a 100000 majority the women voted and most times supported the same ticket as husbands and brothers. If women had voted in New York and Pennsylvania McKinley would have led by about 500000 to 600000 more.
The San Jose scale has appeared in Illinois orchards after being shipped from Eastern nurseries that were infected by imports from California. Nurseries shipped to at least several Illinois localities, suggesting wide distribution. The state entomologist is investigating.
A mob attacked a black man in Mississippi, firing his cotton crib and then shooting him. They claimed no clear reason beyond the dog he shot, highlighting violence in the area. The report also notes Oregon towns pushing for beet sugar plants amid valley-wide interest.
The state board of equalization convenes in Salem while candidates for clerkships flood the session. The secretary’s daily pay is under discussion with talk of trimming to five dollars, arguing for prudent use of public funds. A Globe Democrat quote recalls Civil War loyalties and postwar allegiance to the Union and flag.
The author asserts the Pacific coast yields better beets for sugar than any US region and argues for coastal beet sugar growth. Citing US sugar use at about 2,000,000 tons annually, they claim the coast could supply half the demand, potentially 1,000,000 tons worth roughly $90,000,000 at four cents per pound.
In Jewell county Kansas farmers boast corn production may be so large that it could form a fence around the state if piled end to end. The note also highlights corn and population rumors as top topics in Kansas this year.
Telegraphic reports from India say rain will benefit the autumn crop and prices show a tendency to fall. Since the rain prices have declined 20 to 60 percent in northern districts.
George W Ferris the inventor of the revolving Ferris wheel died in Pittsburg Pa on November 22 from typhoid fever at age 38. The Ferris wheel captivated the world at the World’s Fair and remains one of the century’s greatest wonders.
Congress convenes Monday December 7 in a short session. House reports 1455 bills from committees, but only a small portion likely to pass. Of these, 1100 are private bills, 258 relate to the states in the Union, and 99 are public bills.
The Oregon Agriculturist and Rural Northwest merge into one paper to strengthen publishing and profitability. H. M. Williamson, founder of Rural Northwest, will edit the new combined issue, promising a better and more viable journal for readers.
Two gold bricks weighing 900 ounces were sent to Baker City from the Bonanza mine after a 22 day run. The bricks valued at $14,400 highlight their intrinsic worth over misleading brand names targeting gullible savers.
Miss Rene Wirt, a young Astoria woman, fell into her father’s forty foot well with seven feet of water. She clung to the sides for half an hour before being pulled out unhurt, illustrating how accustomed residents are to water dangers in Astoria.
The piece argues that business combinations arise from unjust competition and self preservation. It notes investors seek the best returns, comparing small and large sums in search of gains, and suggests capital moves to where profits are greatest, urging restraint but few gains from denouncing rivals.
The Oregon result lists McKinley and other electors with a 97 002 total votes, up from 80 346 in 1892 and 5 200 in June. The Oregonian endorses James A Waymire of California as a strong interior secretary candidate, noting his Oregon roots and long career after leaving the state.
Congressman Tongue visits Crescent City on the eve of the election and notes travel through Del Norte county in California offers a quick route home. A local record prints the Crescent City speech paragraph, praising several California orators.
An enthusiastic crowd greeted Hon. Thos. El Tongue last Friday evening in Endert’s hall. F. J. Corrin presided and introduced him. Tongue spoke two hours, delivering fluent eloquence and logical argument. The speech praised Tongue as a strong vote getter and an able county representative for Oregon this fall.
A local notice urges customers seeking flour and feed, land plaster, oil meal, clover or timothy seed, ceat, vetches or other seeds to contact 1.6. Witer for supply.
The record outlines the varied property classes listed by Yamhill County assessors, detailing how real estate, personal property, and utility estates are categorized for tax assessment. It notes differences in valuation bases and regulatory references guiding classification.
Tam a 65 year old with long kidney disease and constipation reports relief after one year of using 8, B, Headache and Liver Cure. Purchased 6 bottles at 50 cents each. J. H. Knight Rutledge Or advertises druggists carry product.
A father urges his daughter to cherish her mother, recounting a mother’s sacrifices from childhood to old age. He laments future regret when the mother’s burdens rise and her life ends, urging daily kindness and gratitude before it is too late. Also appears in ad copy for Tean the S Bo Cough Cure and local property transfers in McMinnville Oregon.
Mrs. D B Kingery received fifteen of the Mexico origin jumping beans from a relative in San Francisco. Exhibits in Apper son’s window join a similar display once shown by jeweler Dielachneider. A Popular Science writer explains the beans move via a worm inside shifting gravity. Beans cost 15 cents per ounce in San Francisco. A landslide at Unruh’s shin gle mill near Meadow lake caused about $2000 in damage, washing out dam wheels and lowering water seven feet. A revival effort seeks substantial backing to rebuild the county’s sole mill.
The notice explains bronchitis as lung airways inflammation causing cough sore throat and breathing difficulty and notes thousands die annually from the disease. It advertising Wilbur's Cough Cure priced at 50 cents and sold by all druggists.
The Oregon Statesman weekly at Salem promotes its winter issue during legislative session with a bargain rate for readers and urges taxpayers to read a fearless Republican paper. Also advertised is Wilbur’s Blood Purifier priced at $1.00 for skin ailments claiming pure blood as cause and sale through druggists.
An advertising notice urges readers to call the telephone office for Eastbound rates. It promises quick time and low rates with emphasis on cleanliness and best service.
Demoresti's promises practical cot paper patterns in every copy with a pattern coupon. The magazine markets itself as a comprehensive family publication for 1871 featuring color reproductions gstrong engravings and extensive home arts content. It touts new management fresh ideas and broad national coverage with hobbies fashion and children’s pages.
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