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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1921
Page
16
A 1695 preserved carol reveals old time Christmas abundance with minced pies plum porridge holly ivy hay rosemary and laurel. It notes decorations and foods of the season and mentions the line Christmas comes but once a year and the use of evergreen sprouts and the yew for church decor.
The article explains how laurel and bay foliage symbolize virtues and victory in Christmas greenery. It notes laurel bestows poetic inspiration when kept near a sleeper and cites bay as a sign of triumph and protection, reflecting ancient beliefs about plant meanings.
The weekly notes Portland Port commission buys Swan Island for 120577. Oregon farmers union backs a five dollar personal poll tax. Oregon mills show varied output with 60 172 192 feet cut and 46 172 192 feet shipped. Multiple county and city tax increases are reported alongside various public works such as hotels, water systems, and reservoirs.
Chop figs dates and nut meats into equal parts then mix with tart jelly to make a thick paste. Fold into stiff whites of two or more eggs and spread on long salted wafers. Add pulverized sugar if the jelly does not stiffen the whites.
Paula Nicholson describes playful holiday wrapping ideas for children with clever disguises. Outfits include a gingerbread like umbrella dachshund and hidden items such as a fountain pen in a candle and a wristwatch in a bouquet, with doilies made into waving Old Glory.
A civic appeal urges respect for the flag and constitution and promotes strict enforcement of the prohibitory law. It instructs teaching children reverence for law, condemns violations as unpatriotic, and advocates a clean citizenship and morals.
A quotation attributed to Abraham Lincoln discusses the land trampling on the blood of the fathers and tearing apart the liberties of his generation and their children.
A beat up brush can be revived by hammering to peel away hard bristles, then cleaning with turpentine. After cleaning, store with bristles in water, hung by a wire through the handle. No full pre-use cleaning needed before hanging. A small water dab can be wiped off before use.
Public appeal urges Americans to cultivate reverence for law from mothers to schools and courts. It calls every citizen to swear by the Revolution and the Constitution to uphold laws and refuse violations, pledging life property and honor for liberty.
A humorous note reflects on the stork as a welcome visitor if not for its long bill, suggesting the bird's appearance affects its reception.
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