Mother Love and Exposition Notes From a 1909 Era
A long aphorism praises a devoted mother and urges sons to honor her. The page then shifts to notes on the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition with lavish exhibits, prizes, and plans for Seattle in 1909, including livestock, mining displays, Indian baskets, and a 10,000 dollar dog race prize, plus broad entertainment events and educational camps.
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Mt. Rainer
United States
Washington State
Alaska
Northland
Nome
Seattle
Lake Washington
Oregon Legislature and the people’s pledge in Salem
A critique of Oregon voters selecting local legislators and the shift from praise to criticism once lawmakers reach Salem. The piece argues Statement No 1 promises representation by the people but questions whether it truly reflects the masses and condemns the legislature as a whole as a laughing stock.
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O of
Oregon
Salem
Facts About Oregon in 1909 Economy and Resources
Oregon stands out in timber and irrigation. Government estimates 300 billion feet of timber. A vast undeveloped area will go on the market in 1909. Population about 700,000. Oregon leads in irrigation support and Reclamation Fund contribution. Fruit lands yield 300 to 1000 dollars per acre. Poultry products total 5 million dollars annually. Water power potential vast. Livestock numbers are substantial.
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Uncle Sam
United States Reclamation Fund
Oregon
United States
Be Punctual Reflects On Late Arrivals In Forest Grove
A newcomer from the East criticizes Forest Grove lateness at public gatherings including lectures recitals church services and lodge meetings. The editor urges organizers to start on time and ring the opening scene, so latecomers may wait outside until the first act ends. Punctuality is praised as a simple virtue.
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Forest Grove
Forest Grove News
Out of the Ginger Jar Reflects On Busy Life Balance
A wispy columnist anecdote contrasts busyness with steady effort. It uses a patient ox metaphor to suggest steady work without flashy speed and hints at vanity and prudence in choosing a partner and managing life. The passage ends with a biblical phrase about tempering winds.
Gumption on the Farm from February Farm Journal
A farm note urges sharing good ideas with neighbors to boost work. It warns bottled-up goodness spoils and suggests a low-cost smokehouse built by repurposing space and a sheet-iron stove with a pipe for a cool winter.
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Farm Journal
Card of Thanks from Frank C. Mills
Hearts gratefully acknowledge the neighbors and friends who offered comfort after the death of Gintes Theaitie. Thanks to those who helped bear the sorrow and to those who furnished the funeral music, your kindness is appreciated.
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Cee
Emeouen Gintes
Frank C. Mills
Bank of Newberg 1909 Statement Date February 5 1909
Report of the condition of the Bank of Newberg in Oregon at the close of business February 5 1909 totaling 248 049 93. I J C Colcord cashier affirms the statement true dated February 16 1909. Notary public A P Olver and directors E H Woodwarp Clarence Burtt attest correctness.
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Bank of Newberg
Oregon
State of Oregon
Yamhillis
I. J. C. Colcord
A. P. Olver
Notice of Administrator Appointment in Yamhill County
Nels P. Jensen appointed administrator of the estate of Charlie C. Jensen by Judge Bird of Yamhill County Oregon. All claimants must present verified claims at the law office of C Jesse Edwardes Block Newberg within six months from this date.
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Nels P. Jensen
Eee
ER. P. Bird
Yamhill
State of
Oregon
Chariie C. Jensen
Jesse Edwardes Block
News P. Sexemx
Admr
Charlie C. Jensen
New Stromberg Carlson Telephones for Sale in Newberg
Standard phones adopted by the Newberg Telephone Company offered for sale on installments. Second hand phones and extra parts available. J. S. Mapson mut. 18-3.
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New Stromberg-Carlson
Newberg Telephone
Pany
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Eugene Register
Exposition
Puget Sound
John Hayes
Wall Street
E. H. Woodwarp
Clarence Burtt
J. Miller Shoes
Hodson Bros
Ladies Home Journal
Agency Ladies Home Journal
Phoenix
THE
Vincent Feed & Imp. CO
J. S. Mapson
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