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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1897
Page
2
The paper notes ongoing reform rhetoric with a focus on legislative disorganization in Oregon. It comments that the Oregon House remains unorganized while highlighting a Reform movement and mentions the Newberg post office classification.
Jonathan Bourne appears in a new role heading a reform movement in Salem, signaling a notable shift in local politics and advocacy efforts.
A faction calling themselves republicans oppose the plan to organize the house and advocate placing participants on a blacklist. The stance signals tension within party ranks and raises questions about procedural unity and sanctions.
A bill would bar certain county legislators from running at large during the biennial session. The measure advocates a herd law approach to keep legislative stock where it belongs and prevent roaming.
It is settled that John Sherman will serve as secretary of state under President McKinley. Sherman's long years of experience are praised as making him an excellent cabinet officer.
Thirty faithful members answer roll call in the Salem house. They cling to the motto if at first you don’t succeed try try again as they pursue continued efforts and steady attendance.
In Salem Oregon a local saying reinterprets the old proverb about a divided house. The piece notes the divided house can’t even hold its seat, presenting a regional twist on the ancient warning.
Yamhill's lawmakers gain a reputation in Salem for rapid exit during roll calls. The swift departures are framed as a reform movement in the state capital.
Hillsboro Independent reports Senator Hill declares the Democratic Party is on the rocks of populism as demagogues drive away property owners. The piece notes a lumber trust collapse among Pacific Northwest mills and mentions A L Doris near Union Indiana signing a hair cutting pledge until Bryan wins.
The Globe Democrat notes a shift as a farm hired man is replaced by a machinist. German farms employ an assistant to run dynamos lighting barns and powering pumps lathes and saws. Oregon history recalls divorces via legislature with a humorous 1855 letter from Long Tom of Lane County showing marriage strains.
An earnest call urges proclaimed practice from every home and school to choose work as the supreme need. Young people are urged to pursue self improvement, first in themselves, aiming to master a task and do it well under any scrutiny or reward. All work gains greatness when done with conscience and effort.
An editorial note argues publishers should not seek favors from businessmen and refrain from appealing for public support. The fragment suggests newspapers must stand on merit rather than dependence on local backing or political influence.
The text praises newspapers for locating and promoting a town, highlighting the benefits to business, civic spirit, and attracting attention from outsiders. It argues mutual interests between merchants and citizens, and urges support for responsible local journalism as essential to growth.
The populist reform wing of the legislature proposes a string of reforms and demands the election of Jonathan Bourne as speaker. Bourne is depicted as a renowned Oregon boodler figure leading a reform faction, a suggestion that would have moved Boss Tweed to tears.
The Oregon City board of trade urges a deep water channel from Portland to Oregon City and full year navigation on the Willamette and main tributaries. A navigable river and new factories could attract population, cut transport costs, and position Oregon City as a Pacific coast cotton center, boosting regional prosperity. The article calls for unified action to press Congress for river improvements and appropriations.
The Oregon press denounces stalled votes and power plays as temporary speaker Davis lacks authority to compel attendance while a Sid House debate raises questions of legitimacy. In Salem a Bourne Simon U'Ren bloc seeks to block Senator Mitchell's reelection, prompting sharp editorials from Oregon City Enterprise and Philo math Journal.
In rhetoric aimed at reformers and Republicans, the piece condemns obstruction by U Ken and his allies as wasteful, arguing filibustering delays needed reforms and drains public money. It questions the motive of lawmakers who avoid organization to avoid pay, urging taxpayers to demand action.
Wirt Fellows, writing from Providence R I reports Brown University exams are rigorous with many failures. Among 130 in the class only six earned H or high distinction, including McMinnville student Ralph Story. The others did not reach the honor line, but two McMinnville students performed well above the danger threshold.
I Nichols leaves on the early morning train for Santa Barbara California by steamer for an extended health visit. J C Nichols accompanies him to Portland to see his father aboard the steamer. J P Geer works to raise the steamer Toledo but a mishap re sank it. The town fears losing a boat if water falls and questions river administration and a snag boat on the Yamhill.
Sealed bids are invited by the Yamhill County Clerk for furnishing lumber to the county road districts in wagon load lots as ordered by road supervisors. Do not include lumber for bridges. Bids open February 4 1897 at 11 p.m. in the county court room. The county reserves the right to reject all bids. C E Dakenfield County Clerk dated January 17 1897.
Fragmentary transfer entries show Ferguson Rogers, Faulconer, and multiple land actions, amounts and parcels in Yambill County. The text also lists medical ads for cough cures and nostalgic notices, plus brief quotes and public notices.
A mixed column of medical patent medicine advertisements for Wilbur's Blood Purifier and S. B. Cough Cure with prices, plus satirical quotes about Lil and Queen Victoria. Mentions of Old Hickory, whiskey substitutes, and humorous exchanges about liver location. Includes brief local note about J. H. Knight and a quip about a will.
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