18 Feb 1915
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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1915
Page
1
Professor Daggy contrasts notoriety with real fame through Carrie Nation and Frances Willard, praising Willard’s life of temperance work. He warns that city temptations corrupt youth and that true happiness lies in the Kingdom of Heaven within, not in distant fame.
Fruit grower notices urge all sellers to sign up by March 1 to supply the Newberg cannery this year. An attendant will be available daily at the cannery to assist.
Mrs. Richardson and guests shared walnut tokens with a note attached to announce a wedding day. Miss Zelma Jones presented the walnut message while Miss Gladys Jones performed two songs and a two course luncheon was served to attendees including Violet Blaine Moore Nora Haroldson Stella Badley Eather Duckbaant Fie Patterson Alma Forkner Effie Kennedy Anna Kennedy Mad and Mesdames Hare Wardton Bert Miller and others.
Mrs. Gilbert won first prize with a valentine sketch. Butt Noon received consolation. The event featured player iano selections by Dr Rankin and festive refreshments, with a record year of work under President Mrs Jones.
A large gathering of ladies met with Mrs. David John as host for an energetic W C T U session focused on Purity and Rescue work. Mrs. Hannon and Mrs. Round led talks, Miss Ethel Morris sang, and devotional exercises were led by Mrs. Newlin. Refreshments were provided by a committee chaired by Mrs. Chapin. The group plans to meet on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month, with notices to follow.
Mrs B B Herrick arrives from Carlton for a social visit with her sister Mrs J B Mount.
The United States National Bank issues a commemorative booklet marking a quarter century of service and patronage. It notes long standing customers still active, crediting steady growth from 1909 to 1914 with figures showing deposits rising from 268 877.35 to 500 148.24 and emphasizes lasting client relationships and trust.
An evening surprise party was hosted by Mrs. B Westfall on February 12 at their Center area home. Attendees included Mrs. Schutte Mrs. Miadseece and neighbors plus Mr and Mrs B In and three children. Friends extended good wishes for Mr Westfall and his birthday.
Martha Isabel Sherwood aged seven to Alvin Wm Parrish aged. details unclear show a family notice fragment with names and ages. The snippet lists residents and a pair of young people but lacks full context or outcomes.
Eyewitnesses recount Lincoln visits and speeches from Port land to City Point and Washington. Rev J J Walter notes Lincoln’s forceful presence and tall hat while on horseback. Others recall meetings at Point, in Illinois and a debate with Douglas.
Mrs. W. T. Anderson hosted a birthday gathering on Tuesday afternoon at her home labeled 500 with guests including Mrs. N. Oliver and Mrs. Anderson assisted by Mesdames Duhhman Morris and Coulson. The event featured George Washington motifs such as the cherry tree and blossoms on invitations cards score cards favors and table decorations. The rooms were darkened and red carnations framed the decor.
Evangelistic meetings led by P Ritchey pastor from York Nebraska will assist the local pastor. He is remembered for his solos and chorus work in Ritchey Brothers meetings in Crater's Hall. Eight years ago he preached to the congregation and will be warmly welcomed at all services.
A playful letter suggests a ruse to impress a suitor by posing in kitchen roles. It advises the daughter to wear an apron, lure him to the kitchen, and offer lunch as a staged, lighthearted test of domestic capability. The writer ends by asking about a wedding present for The Philosopher.
A chicken pier at the cetie hall drew about 150 attendees hosted by Mrs. G C Keeney Miss Mary Scott and Miss Ruby Moore. The event showcased all twelve months with June noted as especially attractive. Secretary M E B reports a neat sum raised for the Adelphiaz Society.
An 80-year-old Kansas man followed threshing crews gathering spilled grain and cleaned dirt from wheat. In four months he earned $637, averaging over $150 monthly, outpacing the biblical Ruth who helped Boaz, though she lacked access to a steam thresher.
Citizens wishing to sell fruit to the Newberg market this year are asked to sign up between specified hours at the cannery each day. The notice emphasizes timely registration and adherence to daily sign-in.
Four underage burglars from Dayton were captured late Saturday and jailed. Hiram Miller age 22, Marion Miller 18, Floyd Gibson 18, and Harold Hadley 17 admitted to several Fall robberies. They targeted Allan's hardware and furniture store, a LaPayette pool hall, and G. C. Christensen's home stealing multiple items including three hams and a bacon shoulder.
A social event at Neal McCoy’s featured members of a society and their entertaining program. The evening included birthday line games, a monthly reading by the endeavorers, and a birthday anecdote about Oval McCoy involving a cherry tree incident. About 50 were present.
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