05 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1914
Page
1
Mayor Colcord outlines city growth from electric lines to a new water system and a Willamette bridge. He warns of treasury strains, urges careful budgeting, street repairs, and credit protection while seeking council harmony to boost Newberg and manage debt risks.
The annual inter class oratorical contest is tonight at Wood Mar Hall under the local association. Five speakers compete with the winner representing Pacific College in the State Contest at Albany on March 13. Seniors Olin C Hadley Rae S Langworthy Juniors Lisle Hubbard Ellis Pickett Sophomore Emmett Gulley provide speeches and music. Admission 25.
City officials ask all business houses to close from 1 to 3 30 PM on Thursday February 12 so citizens may hear the memorial address by Hon W D Fenton at Duncan's Hall. Mayor J C Colcord signs the notice urging respect and participation.
The court, led by Judge Holmes, convened after a late February pause. Cases included McNamar versus Dayton hardware, bankruptcy actions before the First National Bank of Newberg, and several divorces with custody and support awards. The judge announced streamlined rules and rapid, clear rulings, with naturalizations timed for the first term day.
A high school stage presents A Family Affair at Duncan's Hall on Saturday February 21. Dan Gillespie claims marriage to inherit an aunt's estate, leading to comic complications as the plot unfolds when the girl enters. Proceeds support the annual fund.
An important meeting for Newberg residents is planned for next Monday evening at 8 in the Commercial Club rooms. Officers of the Newberg Co-operative Growers Association will report on progress toward operating the cannery this season. Businessmen and all interested residents are urged to attend to learn the latest developments.
A rare two part photo play shown at the Star theatre Friday and Saturday. Shot near Cornell New York with Francis X Bushman in the lead. Music specially selected by Prof J B Hunt. Includes Birds of the Southern Sea Coast and two comedies.
The G. A. R. veterans of Newberg plan Lincoln birthday memorial exercises at Duncan Hall on Thursday February 12 at 1 30 PM. Hon. W D Fenton of Portland will deliver the memorial address in a cordial invitation to the public.
Statement outlines that Portland Railway Light and Power Co will secure control of stock, continuing current management. A contract will supply local territory power via an SPS transmission line, linking eleven plants. No layoffs are planned, J C Edwards steps down after thirteen years with R J Moore to assume duties. temporary adjustments cause brief interruptions as engineers fix issues.
At a stockholders meeting the Dundee Co operative Fruit Growers and Packers changed its name to Dundee Fruit Growers and Packers, omitting co operative. Officers elected: Meyers president Dearborn vice president Harper secretary treasurer, and directors including Herring, Halzmyer, Allan, Powell and Dixon. The company reported handling over 564 tons of dried prunes in its first year.
In six parts at Star theatre the show offers 50 per cent net receipts for the benefit of the High School. A humorous line reads Cabby asks for change and a response about hiring a boss, carriage, and accountant for fifty cents a mile.
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