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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1899
Page
2
A parable of early 20th century politics weaves in Senator Selling from Portland and Yamhill lawmakers opposing lavish appropriations. References to Bryan taxes and Hopkinsville gossip illustrate partisan debates, while reflections on imperial expansion and national leadership anchor the piece.
The U S senate approved a bill honoring Helen Crould with a gold medal from the president for patriotic services during the late war. The piece also reflects on Governor Geer's advisory message and criticizes Oregon legislators for unprepared grabs at constituency gains, noting public distrust.
A fragmented editorial voice argues for the Nicaragua canal and a strong navy, linking expansion to national growth. It defends imperial policy, praises economic modernization, and urges Southern and national leaders to back open markets, with warnings about opponents.
The Oregon legislature allocates 7500 for normals in Drain and Ashland amid a statewide fund scramble. Yamhill County may push a future steal to claim its share. Woodburn, saloon free, has grown past Marion county towns yet faces pressure from residents demanding licenses or druggist crackdown.
Excerpt from The Progress of the World in The American Monthly Review of Reviews February issue argues that the United States should train Philippine people toward self government while preserving their consent, urging trusteeship rather than ownership and warning againstAbdication of common sense in reconstructing the islands. The piece discusses consent of the governed, the greatest good for the greatest number, and balancing imperial duties with native welfare.
A discussion notes Aguinaldo’s biography emphasizing his energy and perceived traits while criticizing alleged bribery. It cites Gen Grosvenor’s congressional remark describing him as a barbarian and traitor who twice sold his country’s honor for money.
The advertisement urges women to protect health for a healthy pregnancy and baby. It touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for weakness and disease of maternity organs, claims strong reliable results, and cites a testimonial from Mrs J Bugh of Lisbon NH. It also promotes Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as a gentle laxative.
A critical passage denounces the leadership as a forceful usurpation that Americans will not recognize or value in dealings. The tone portrays strong opposition and skepticism toward the claimant’s authority.
In New York harbor a converted troop ship named the Grant-bow carries about eighteen hundred soldiers and crew under General Lawton. The Sec war secretary observes a twenty-one gun salute near General Grant's tomb as the vessel departs, with nearby Sherman and Sheridan model transports following behind and signaling a new era in world events.
W Weesner from Douglas Alaska reports enormous herring quantities in front of his town. Native fishermen use long poles to spear fish, while others net large hauls. Estimates of the pile reach from 100 to 1000 barrels or about 20 tons, with locals unsure of the exact total.
The Statesman reports the Elmore struck the Willamette River bridge amidships in thick fog while drifting under the center pier. Repairs proceed in Portland after the mishap, delaying her up river schedule and replaced by the Gypey.
Public notice seeks agents for a government commissioned history of the Philippines. Describes wartime writing locations from camps to hospitals and battlefronts with Dewey and Aguinaldo. Invites agents with outfit, freight, and credit terms.
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