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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1917
Page
4
The notice lists the Newberg Graphic weekly schedule and contact details. It notes Thursday morning publication, office address at Graphic Building on First Street, phone numbers for office and residence, and its status as second class matter at the Newberg post office.
In Newberg and nationwide a drive for Red Cross membership gathers momentum as canvassers report strong responses. The appeal asks lapsed donors to renew and urges a ready, simple duty to help swell the fund aiding suffering humanity.
Despite wartime strain, the Oregon City Courier’s 24 page edition last week carried nine full page ads signaling a bustling holiday season in the city by the Willamette Falls.
Predictions about the war are common but no guess on its end. The Mrs Xarifa J Failing will contest case continues before a Portland judge with no clear resolution in sight.
The column discusses water shortages near wells and a farmer alerting Eli Evans about a flooded place Monday, plus opinions on the new year’s finances and county agent funding. It cites racial exemptions in Fulton County and criticizes federal suppression of disloyalty while contrasting German press coverage.
A brief notice highlights that a small group of subscribers have not replied to prior notices and stresses the ease of forgetting, presenting this as a gentle reminder to respond.
The Honorable Milt Miller known as the “Sage of Lebanon” and Collector of Internal Revenue hints at wanting to be addressed as Governor and appears to be backed by friends. He is frequently named in campaign discussions, a factor of potential value in political contests.
A report notes a growl over a teacher’s complaint leading to arrests and firing of youths for smoking. The Graphic argues for stronger law enforcement and recalls the National prohibition amendment debate. The resolution passed 282 to 128, with Pat the lone Northwest congressman voting no.
An editorial notes federal and state dry laws ending liquor shipments to dry areas. It cites Idaho's ban on personal liquor possession and a US Supreme Court ruling denying a broad personal liberty to possess alcohol. It argues public sentiment shifts toward a dry nation, possibly by military need, citing Carlton Sentinel and The Graphic and Weekly Oregonian.
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