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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1918
Page
8
The article explains snow density varies with the metric of millimeters of height yielding one millimeter of water. French meteorologist M Mongin cites a range from 200 to 1.3. It describes methods using a 1 m square board, a downward tube, remote tank collection, Vaseline oil to limit evaporation, and calcium chloride to speed melting.
Tommy defies mother after returning early from play saying his pretend German foe in a war game would not stay dead. He explains Billy refused to stay down after being defeated, prompting concern from his mother about the realism of their play.
A Yonkers Statesman cartoon caption features Mrs Flatbush asking if a husband believes in forest protection and Mrs Bensonhurst replying that in another war he would head for the forests, reflecting wartime requisites.
A humorous aside contrasts war bread with pie in a Northern region. The speaker jokes about wartime shortages and domestic cravings, noting pie as a comfort while hinting at broader wartime austerity. The remark blends light satire with regional character.
A fragment shows a boy rejecting immediate study of geography and suggesting waiting for a map to settle, implying a pause in learning.
Scientific American addresses a common myth about sinking ships. It explains that a body sinks if its weight exceeds the water it displaces, not due to depth. A critic’s claim that deep water could make cast iron float is debunked by calculations showing water remains unfrozen or becomes ice under extreme pressure.
A witty exchange questions the idea that women outnumber men globally. The dialog notes a paradox: even if women are many, half the world may not understand how the other half lives, challenging simple counts.
George M. Cohan earned twenty five thousand dollars for the song Over There, written in thirty minutes for a New York publisher. The price equals about 161 dollars per word and 138 per note, far above earlier per word records. compare Puccini operas valued at about 15,000.
Senator Sorghum says public officials are overworked in difficult times. He notes that after election a leader may face libel suits alongside normal duties as campaigns run long and demanding.
A long effort to raise a monument honors a comrade and his late friend. The dialogue reflects consensus that the tribute was overdue yet fitting as a final remembrance.
A humorous exchange features a judge quipping that a portable car would be handy as people discuss travel woes. The remark highlights lighthearted courtroom banter and automotive troubles in a playful moment.
A clipped remark features a dialogue about enlisting in the aviation service. The exchange hints at a pragmatic view of air service versus life at home, reflecting wartime humor and attitudes toward military duty.
A courtroom exchange ends with a witty tease about the author of a musical comedy libretto. The judge asks about the writer as a light moment interrupts a tense hearing. No names or dates are provided in the fragment.
The Christian church of New Berg shows prosperity with all departments lively, finances sound, and large, responsive congregations. Fifteen additions in eight weeks, five by statement and ten by primary obedience, at regular services. Preaching emphasizes fundamentals and God’s word, with notable spiritual depth.
For sale prune trees berry plants and fruit trees offered by Newbery Feed and Seed Co. Also notices a stylish durable comfortable made to measure corset. For details contact Mrs J P Hall R F D 3 Newberg Ore phone 17a51 19p.
The County Court of Yamhill county will receive bids at 10 o clock a m on February 23 1918 for crushed rock in several quarry locations with specified yardages. Contractors must deliver three grades to bunkers and furnish labor and tools while the county provides the crusher elevating machinery and rock at the quarries. Bonds required. county may open any or all bids. Bids filed with C B Wilson Clerk. 19-20
Notice to creditors in the County Court of Oregon Yamhill County in the matter of the estate of Samuel W. Shenk dated January 17 1918 announces first issuance of letters testamentary and invites claims against the estate.
Administrator with the will annexed of George Maul Skelton, deceased, publishes notice to creditors. Nott, Attorneys for the estate, first issue July 7, 1918, last issue March 7, 1918.
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