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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1907
Page
4
The Woodward editors and publishers issue the Thursday February 14 1907 edition. The notice names Woodward W C and Edéitors and Publishers.
An Echo barber shaves with sheep shears and may switch to sheep pens when shearing season starts. This odd practice suggests plans to keep hands in and adapt to seasonal work.
President Roosevelt and the San Francisco School Board have reached an agreement over the Japanese matter, signaling a resolution to the dispute and leaving critics few targets for sensational attacks.
Word from Washington says Senator Mulkey is considered one of the handsomest members in the Senate. They expect voters to remember him when he runs for a longer term again.
Editor McManus of Pilot Rock went to Pendleton last Saturday, loaded with liquor, and killed a man. The crime occurred in Umatilla County amid a local option dispute the Helix Herald notes as less disgraceful than in some counties.
The measure places the commission’s appointing power with the state board. The governor would name one member, Secretary of State Benson another, and Treasurer Steel the remaining member.
Professor Thomas Condon a renowned Oregon geologist died last Monday at eighty five. Born in Ireland he moved to America at eleven and reached Oregon in 1862. He authored The Two Islands Geological History of Oregon and numerous university bulletins.
News note from Salem reports the court decision knocking out saloon men’s contention after new charters were attempted in dry counties. The ruling marks a decisive victory for the local option law and its supporters.
Portland seeks a Mount Hood trolley as an embryo project that could attract visitors and generate revenue. The Mount Lowe draw in Los Angeles and Pasadena shows Californians’ knack for turning sightseeing into entertainment and dollars, suggesting Portland would gain advertising value as a resort destination.
A legislative committee backs a 2500 appropriation to buy ten acres around the riverbank Champoeg monument. The site marks the historic spot where the first steps were taken in Oregon.
The article argues that Hofer and Zorn, landowners, should not be allowed to delay Oregon's provisional government by demanding three times the land's actual value.
Sim Earl sues Fred C. Baker editor of the Tillamook Headlight for 5000 damages claiming publication of case lists and juror names misidentified the Jesse Earl case as Sim Earl. The action follows alleged reputational injury from the newspaper’s coverage of local option cases.
The text argues fairs like the Lewis and Clark Fair sparked growth and that California’s 1913 Pacific Ocean discovery anniversary fair in San Francisco will require taxes. It asserts such expositions provide long term state credit and fourfold returns, urging statewide support for funding.
Mail Agent Piper warns that farm names matching post offices slow mail service. Distinctive names reduce clerks’ confusion as speed is crucial in car distribution. On letters, emphasize town and state over farm name to prevent misdelivery to another state town.
A local editorial urges trial of the split log drag for rough roads as spring thaws begin. The piece notes near zero cost and potential to smooth mud, citing an exchange that extols dragging the road through seasons and urging residents to participate and keep roads in good repair.
A. C. Goodrich of Yamhill county studies fruit trees and nut trees at O. A. C. He notes demand for information on nut crops across the county. Prince of Dundee sold his walnut crop at sixteen cents a pound, about three cents higher than California nuts, and was offered 650 dollars per acre for his forty acre orchard. Large orchards are expanding, signaling walnuts and filberts as major future crops in old Yamhill.
A collection of wry maxims on gender, social norms, and human behavior. The piece contrasts jealousy, persuasion, virtue, wealth, conquest, honesty, and class in brisk aphorisms. It reflects period voice and pointed social commentary.
Three salesmen advertise Oregon county and township surveys with indexed counties towns population figures and outlined railroads. Other features noted as numerous and valuable offering a splen did opportunity for energetic men. Real estate transfers list Frank Hauswirth to J E Brown in block 3 Hauswirths 3rd addition to North Yamhill for 125 dollars and Florence Holzworth to Albert Senn in Dayton for 1 dollar with properties in lots 256 257 258.
Light farm work harness unused by owner C. E. Newhouse of Newberg Oregon offers contact by phone 32 42 21 for purchase.
For sale white Plymouth Rock cockeralS and eggs for hatching. Also a line about fashion and money contrasts a woman's bank account with social perception. The tone hints at a market note and a moral remark on independence.
An old advertisement touts Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a gentle stimulant for the liver aiding digestion and curing constipation without irritation. It claims a mild pleasant taste and names F. H. Caldwell & Co as the distributor.
A critic warns that the man who mask his views as facts finds little hope in credible judgment. The remark underscores the danger of equating opinion with knowledge and its impact on discernment.
Mrs Eva Uoncapher of Grovertown Stark County Indiana says she was near death from a coughing illness before trying Dr King s New Discovery. Four one dollar bottles cured her cough and restored health as guaranteed by Feo H Caldwell Co druggists with trial bottle offered.
A proverb-like line asserts truth lies on a straight path, while a crooked road cannot lead to truth. It emphasizes clarity and integrity in pursuing knowledge and justice. The statement distills a moral distinction between honesty and obliquity.
Wm. A. Fretwell of Lucama NC reports a dramatic improvement after under three bottles of Electric Bitters. He suffers from Bright's disease in the diabetes stage and says the remedy has halted long‑standing liver and bladder problems. Sold by F. H. Caldwell & Co at 50 cents.
A prison warden expresses pride in the written work produced by inmates or staff, underscoring literacy programs and corrective roles. The remark highlights rehabilitation through writing and the value of disciplined penmanship within the facility.
A Sierra County man endorses Bucklen's Arnica Salve saying it cures burns sores wounds boils cuts and sprains. The ad promises quick relief and guarantees the product at F H Caldwell Co's drug store for 25 cents.
A brief note notes politicians' affection for their country tied to certain payments or allowances. It reflects a satirical or editorial angle on how financial incentives influence patriotism.
Mrs. A Fliet of New Castle Colorado writes March 19 1902 praising Ballard's Horehound Syrup for cold symptoms and says the syrup is wonderful and pleasant to take. The notice advises frequent small doses and using Ballard's Liniment for croup signs and is sold by C F Moore.
A mother who keeps a bottle of Chamberlin's Cough Remedy on hand saves herself unease and anxiety. Coughs colds and croup in children are quickly cured by its use. It counteracts cold tendencies and can prevent croup if given early. Sold by C. F. Moore.
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