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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1916
Page
8
The advertisement promises unprecedented discounts on first class goods and seasonable merchandise. It urges families to visit now for large savings, claiming this is the opportunity to replenish current and future needs and that attendees will not be disappointed.
A described experiment uses a boiled egg placed on a carafe neck as a stopper. A burning paper torch reduces air inside the carafe, then cooling air draws the egg inward with a final puff as the egg is forced into the vessel. The piece links heat, air pressure, and simple physics.
The article notes the contemporary Greeks show little grace compared to famed ancients and laments the challenge of tying modern sentiment to the ancient worthies. It implies a cultural gap between today and classical heritage.
A reflective critique contrasts two kinds of poverty the individual and collective and argues people prefer loving the abstract poor while avoiding the realities of those in need. It laments indifference masked as compassion and questions moral consistency.
A fragment from New York Weekly argues a wife shapes home and future through culture, refinement, and virtue. It asserts a wife’s influence grows with her qualities, promising stability for children and husband when she embodies industry and self restraint.
A essay discusses why place names vary by language and calls for an international commission to standardize names. It criticizes English and French exonyms for Cologne and Mainz and questions how London or Londra should be used in stage and print. It also notes stage censorship by Hoegelin over misalliances in plays.
The hippo appears clumsy yet can trot fast earning river horse as a nickname. Its wide body keeps feet apart to form a midline ridge. Hippos swim well and gallop along shallow bottoms, stay underwater long, and spray water from the nostrils. The cow cares for the calf with the young riding on the mother's back.
The Persians during Cyrus's era followed a primitive monotheistic faith and allowed idols in temples. Jews showed less hostility to Persians than to other nations, possibly due to the Persian religion's monothelam. Cyrus himself was not an idolator, as noted by the Christian Herald.
Napkins became popular in France earlier than England with custom dishes causing guests to receive napkins changed at each course. French hosts perfumed them with rosewater and folded them differently for every guest.
The term halcyon days refers to a period of calm weather during kingfisher breeding season, rooted in ancient belief that the seas were peaceful when the kingfisher nested.
The dialogue features Mrs Blunderby judging Alice’s looks after Mrs Racher asks if Alice is very good looking. Blunderby replies that Alice is pretty enough but not an Adonis, framing a light social exchange from the transcript.
Walter Prichard argues in Century that the elm is a self sufficient tree suited to urban surroundings. Its singular symmetry skeleton and branch balance create a formal, dignified silhouette ideal for village streets chapels libraries and academic life.
A meteorite given to Edward Heron Allen is linked to a near miss on his bed when the roof collapses. Boston society figure witnesses a runaway carriage crash while shielding her face with a muff, then encounters a scaffold collapse days later.
The article explains delaying the first cigar after breakfast and gradually extending the interval over weeks. It suggests nibbling fruit to curb cravings, noting nerves crave morning stimulation and appetite rises to aid digestion. It claims the campaign ends with the first full elimination of the morning cigar and no serious heart or digestion disturbance.
An English skipper with beyond the seas knowledge faced a chart mishap when dispatched to Rotterdam. After leaving the lee and traveling east for a time he discovered his charts were long unused and alarm rose. He ordered a about turn as he exclaimed the rats have eaten Holland.
A dialog from a Blaetter snippet presents a debtor demanding $30,000. The creditor suggests marriage to Miss Oldgirl to cover the debt, while the debtor balks and proposes the debtor marry her himself to pay the difference. The exchange reflects witty quip style typical of the period.
A reflective sentence praises the harmony of inner beauty with outward beauty creating the fairest sight for a discerning observer with an eye for such unity.
In a vivid, if fragmentary line, the Princeton Tiger reflects on a man overwhelmed by perilous journeys and uncertain shelter. The metaphor likens a troubled voyage to life’s volatile course and mounting risk.
In a brief note from the record, James Abbott is credited with conquering his fear and achieving a personal victory. The account highlights a turning point marked by newfound confidence and resolve.
The man grew angry while telephoning the lawyers about his father's will because the line was cut off. He faced a sudden disruption that prevented him from hearing crucial details. This irritation arose from the interruption during the legal discussion.
Fragmentary text suggests a reflection on effort and action. It contrasts what a man might attempt with what he can actually achieve, implying limits to personal or collective striving.
Gasoline priced at 14 cents in 50 gallon quantities offered by Oregon Hardware & Implement Co. Customers urged to bring their own empty barrels. The demonstration of Hara don's crackers and cookies is postponed until later in the season. I A Hanning.
Classified listing notes items for sale at Laurel Cottage including a first class safe a cash register baby bug gies refrigerator dressers and other furniture. The post is dated 13 14 pd and invites interested buyers to inquire.
J L Haworth offers a sale listing for a poultry and berry ranch plus a ten acre bearing prune orchard. Prices are reasonable with easy terms. Willing to show property. Springbrook.
Advertises buying a home for less than improvement costs and a store room for brick and materials. Provides contact to C. F. Moore in Whittier California for details.
Rag rug weaving advertised by Joseph Stephens on Daythee road opposite David Martin.
The subject leads a December Hygienist Magazine by Dr. R R Daniela. Readers are urged to procure a copy from news dealers or send 10 cents to Hygienist Publishing Co Denver Cold for the issue.
A letter thanks an unknown friend who sent money by mail to support the Associated Charities. The donor requests the funds be used to aid those in need. Mrs. J. A. Jones, Chairman Ways and Means, expresses gratitude for such contributions.
Notice states a final hearing is scheduled in Portland Oregon regarding a building matter involving Selena. Details include location and date to be announced by the issuing authority. Parties and case numbers are not clear from the fragment.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions attestation and a cashier with illegible names and phrases. No clear event or outcome is discernible from the readable portion.
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