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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1894
Page
2
The Newberg Graphic notes a local move on ordinance with a $20 fine to curb street leafing. It brags about a 114 year old voter who has voted since 1800 and sticks to the democratic ticket. It hints at looming county offices around the county seat amid rising political activity.
A Salem veteran, A Onank, joins others to form a firm for selling Oregon fruits with headquarters to be in Portland. The note mentions social irritation from cigarette smoke at public meetings and reflects on rural dairy and egg profits from small farms. It also critiques government red tape as delaying aid for a wrecked schooner Mary Brown passengers stranded near Alaska, with officials passing the matter among agents.
A Chicago editorial argues that the assassination of Mayor Tarrison shows not excess education but too little practical instruction. It criticizes colleges for favoring culture over usable skills, urges universal access to honest vocations, and cites nations expanding mass education as models.
A Rural Northwest comment argues permanent prosperity for farmers relies on universal agricultural education. It condemns the lack of knowledge in dairying and fruit growing and criticizes leaders urging entry into these industries on false profit promises.
A farmer notes that friction and anxiety wear people and machines more than hard work. He urges humane treatment of animals, efficient wood use, and warns that city life lures youths from rural work. He cites women-owned ventures, unemployment data, and a Kentucky example of self sustaining labor. Rose pruning advice follows.
State Food Inspector Luce reports uncovering sixteen samples of adulterated teas and coffees in Portland. He plans a full recall after analysis, noting resignation of state chemist and upcoming replacement. He emphasizes widespread retail adulteration by grocery firms and calls for arrests to curb the practice.
Comilie Flammarion notes sun extinction in 20 to 30 million years, possibly longer, with solar cooling driving planets to a lifeless end. Earth and inner planets fade as oceans reclaim land. Jupiter and Saturn may endure, Venus likely survives, Mars and the Moon fade faster.
The article warns housekeepers to cover both solid and liquid foods to prevent spoilage. Milk and butter require protection from odors, meats and leftovers should be kept in a protected atmosphere, and storage methods include lime on shelves and avoiding moisture. It advises refreshing vegetables by cutting stems and soaking, with frost-damaged items soaked in cold water.
The article extols improving home life and placing the best room at the center of domestic life. It urges mothers to lead efforts, praises cheerful tact, and notes that sunshine and happiness strengthen families against daily vexations.
A Prairie Farmer quote advises women to stop clinging to grievances and to brighten home life. It urges putting self aside and replacing mournful views with cheerful suggestions, noting lasting value in a happy home over wealth or fame.
A collection of rural notes covers saving fuel with tighter windows, horse comfort tied outside, widespread wheat consumption, garden fertility, and composting. It cites a Michigan apple storage insight, hog profitability to 250 pounds, cautions on over-ambitious land improvement, skunk beehive conflicts, cow milking practices, printer ethics, and everyday habits from meat and tobacco handling to journalistic remarks.
The text estimates about 1.45 billion people worldwide, with Asia housing around 1.2 to 1.25 billion and a density of about 120 per square mile. Europe contains roughly 12 million people, Africa about 270 million, the Americas 110 million, and islands together around 10 million, noting wide regional crowding and sparse areas.
Louisville December 26 Fat Sallie McAllister the Kentucky sideshow freak known for weighing as much as 750 pounds has died at her Springfield home in Washington County. The obituary notes she began growing large in childhood and traveled as a sideshow attraction, often needing an arm chair for transport. The tale contrasts urban and rural yearnings with a Wheat and dairy production scene in Europe and a local prune feeding experiment by Mr. Fr. Moskins of Springbrook as part of a mixed rural column.
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