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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1912
Page
4
The Newberg Graphic newsbrief notes the weekly publication schedule with office details and postal status. It mentions a holiday trade boost among Newberg merchants and advises poultry stall feeding for the big show.
Several fellows about town would profit by setting the swearing off date two weeks ahead of the calendar this year. Despite some raw chilly weather we have had, many nice bouquets of roses have been taken from gardens during the past ten days.
A glittering promise to pay overdue subscription dues to the local newspaper publisher is highlighted as an example of unpaid bills. The note suggests financial tensions affecting the paper's finances.
The sea storm Wilson weathered on his Bermuda voyage was mild compared with the political squall he anticipates tackling the tariff question.
Readers laud the recent cookbook published by the Woman's Auxiliary to Pacific College. The gift book is suggested as a fine holiday present to send to friends.
A short reminiscence notes that giving a few cents can cheer a neglected child during the holiday season, prompting gratitude and a moment of kindness.
If the Southern Pacific shows willingness to provide New berg satisfactory depot accommodations, the people would be in better humor about extending the time requested to put the electric line service into operation.
The Southern Pacific requests more time to run electric cars through Newberg amid questions about the current train service. Officials previously cited a Graphic report praising the present service as satisfactory.
Gloomy street scene as three burned wrecks spoil First Street. If not rebuilt soon, the blocks should be boarded up to hide the eye sores. One house is city owned and warrants immediate action as an example to others.
New York social figure Miss Helen Miller Gould becomes engaged to Finley J. Shepard of St. Louis. Public affection stems from her prudent conduct after inheriting wealth following her father’s death, and the community offers its best wishes for the couple.
A recent dance at Duncan's Hall drew criticism for lack of decency and order. Readers urge Newberg authorities to plan holiday gatherings to prevent disturbances and to remove intoxicated individuals to allow crowds to relax without trouble.
Newberg residents push for crossings on North Meridian Street as railroad work lags. McMinnville attendees report business leaders backing Newberg and denounce Telephone Register claims with Commissioner Calkins citing court records as proof.
In Portland last Sunday, David Bispham urged performing operas in English to combat high prices and misunderstanding. The Telephone Register discusses Sheridan and other towns facing bridge cost questions, noting Newberg taxpayers helped build bridges without complaint.
A Britt Iowa Tribune adage urges youths to take action and build credit by work, not excuses. Stay steadfast, avoid pessimism, and trust neighbors while seizing opportunities. The message stresses self-reliance, prudent spending, and maintaining faith in humanity.
J W Benk A M Fanning Fred Glover C V Kuykendall and J H Bernard filed injunction papers that temporarily enjoin the Yamhill County Court from incurring further indebtedness The move aims to block a Newberg bridge contract but now ties up financial actions The County Court represented by S M Calkins described court actions as a matter of record awaiting the hearing date set by Judge Galloway with Tuesday discussions among Newberg merchants and McMinnville citizens pending further orders
G. O. Keeney announces progressive bid for City Recorder highlighting unbiased service and up to date record systems. He pledges to earn the salary and run a efficient city administration for Newberg voters and taxpayers.
London dispatch describes a village dispute over a farmer who shot a fox preying on hens. The hunt secretary offered damages as a ham, sparking debate on whether foxes are sacred to hunting culture and if the sport sustains rural economies and jobs across Leicestershire and other counties.
Mrs Grey asks Mrs Bascom about Mrs Davis age, with Bascom unsure whether Mrs Davis is seventy five. Harper’s Weekly recalls the Colorado Desert featuring silent travel and odd wireless notions, plus a harsh dawn light over sagebrush and cold mornings.
A vivid description shows a desert mirage forming a half circle of golden light, creating towers and forests that fade into fields and cattle. The image collapses as the lake resembles a glowing sphere, then returns to a gray desert as the brutal sun returns and the vision vanishes.
In a tense exchange the woman quizzes a man about details of the Statue of Liberty. She cites the statue’s dimensions the nose 4 feet 6 inches mouth three feet across and waist thirty five feet while challenging his remark that she resembled the Goddess of Liberty. He feels the atmosphere change as their greetings fade.
The note traces early lighting from lanterns on poles in 1697 to gas street lights in Baltimore in 1816 and Philadelphia theater illumination on that date. It mentions earlier use of candles and identifies Cornwall, England as a referenced place in the evolution.
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