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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1915
Page
4
The Newberg Graphic notes its status as second class matter at the Newberg Oregon post office indicating standard publishing routine for the newspaper.
A Graphic reader asks for suitable ingredients to place in rose leaf pillows to deter moths. The request aims to benefit readers seeking natural pest control for fabric items.
The county expects substantial savings by removing costly stream bridges. Residents would gain private fords to cross streams, reducing maintenance and construction needs across the area.
In Newberg residents report two street pickups advertised in the Graphic last week. Owners have not called for the watches, and the items remain unclaimed.
A regional note suggests adding crack ed corn or high priced wheat to daily rations for the Indiana picnic. The aim is to improve flavor and richness of the gravy as chickens ripen rapidly.
Hollingsworth & Son funeral directors introduce a sleek new auto funeral car. The city of Newerg may proudly boast first-class status, but residents are unlikely to rush to ride in the stylish vehicle.
August Schaad brings a basket of peaches to a Wednesday gathering inviting all to sample the fruit with no charge. The note teases visitors from Sancisco to the Panama Pacific Exposition about cold weather and warm memories. A St Paul dispute at Newberg is cited by the Woodburn Independent, urging fights remain in St Paul to keep fines local.
Local authorities order all dogs in Yamhill County to be kept muzzled or confined following widespread mad dog scares. Communities St Joe and Carlton affected as officials enforce the new precaution.
With fears rising over a possible rabies outbreak, officials are urged to take decisive action without fear or favor to protect public health.
Rex reports Moore Bros ducks to furnish three barrels of dressed ducks weekly to the Great Northern Steamer. Ducks typically move by water.
A reader notes waste paper and litter on the vacant plot next to the Graphic lot after the merry go round was moved and urges prompt cleaning up.
Modern Woodmen and Woodmen of the World are joined by Modern Foresters in Newberg. The town is described as a timbered country and a dry season fire risk looms with wardens likely to be required.
The historic Liberty Bell tours Portland and Salem on the Southern Pacific with thousands of children and young people expected to gaze in awe, recalling the writer who first saw the bell in Independence Hall Philadelphia in his youth.
D N Byerlee plans to leave Linnton as annexation to Portland fails and most commerce shifts to the city. H M Williamson, founder of Rural Northwest, reflects on the paper’s origins and its respected horticulture focus in Oregon and Washington.
Leading Civic Club members visited the city park last Monday and chased a bold wagon and team driver described as fearless. The event stirred pride among the ladies, who lack proof to identify the elusive teamster responsible for the dramatic drive.
A metropolitan newspaper notes that country girls flocking to large cities risk danger as they seek work. The piece urges remaining in home towns until they gain useful skills and stresses that work in a big city requires qualifications to avoid disaster.
Lisle Hubbard of Springbrook filled the pulpit for a Sunday service. A two day meeting begins Saturday with Rev Marion George of Portland and Rev Chas White of Newberg speaking. services include afternoon talks by Rev Wal Wilson of Springbrook. Basket dinners urged and WCTU meets Wednesday at Mrs Panett Meyer’s home. Various local visits noted including Crocker’s new car and obituaries and other social updates.
The Ames circle hosted sewing afternoon at Mrs Eliza Meyer's home with three pairs of sheets hemmed and light refreshments served. Birthday surprise for Lizzie Everest followed by bonfire and Weenies. Church visit by Rev Billig and Mrs Crocker. C C Athletic Club earns praise for Fourth of July float portraying colonial canons with Gen Washington leading.
Social visits are noted among families in Tigard Forest Grove and Portland with Dickinson relatives. A four room school addition proceeds with dedication planned. Tennis court work nears finish at Otterbrook. A Spokane preacher spoke at Groth Hall about removing mountains and faith.
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