17 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1913
Page
1
Newberg council passes Ordinance 329 imposing strict traffic rules within city limits. It requires close curb positioning, regulated passing, speed limit of 15 mph, mufflers, and bans unattended idling. Violators face fines and possible jail time, with emergency effect upon mayoral approval.
A group of Baptists and friends visited Mrs Haskins for an evening gathering. They traveled by hayrack car and on foot, crossed the railroad safely, built a bonfire roasted weenies, formed a bread line for meals by moonlight, and enjoyed songs and conversation. Mrs Mary E C Scott records the memory.
The Halsey Enterprise letters mock reporting on widows in Albany and Eugene papers. They claim about ten percent of the population are widows and argue against outside interest, preferring single life and their own pace without Sears and Roebuck husbands.
The annual W. C. T. U. meeting for officer elections will be at Mrs. David Johnson’s home on Wednesday July 23 at 2 30 p m A Quiz on Oregon Civil Government will follow with a White Ribbon tea. Members urged to attend visitors welcome. Mrs Mary E C Scott Secretary
A Snider family reunion gathered at Vernon Hinshaw's Newberg home last Sunday with all Mrs Tenita Snider's children except R A Snider who is in Eastern Washington and several in-laws. Nineteen grandchildren joined as guests and a group photo followed a bountiful meal. Mother Snider near 76 enjoyed the lively gathering with gray heads recalling youth.
E. Arndt of near town played a farcical identity swap on the 4th shadowed by local friends. A line of victims, including the editor and neighbors, were fooled as Arndt shaved his beard and toured the countryside with help from the autodealer and town residents. Consternation faded once his true identity was revealed, leaving laughs in Sheridan Sun reporting.
Newberg friends learn Mrs. Whitten studies at Emerson College of Oratory in Boston. J B Lewis praises her military function reading in Charlestown on June 10 and her July 4 patriotic speech promise. Boston Globe notes her cornet solos and oration praising the flag and nation.
Mr and Mrs Jos Matty came back from a three months visit to their old home in England and a trip to Paris. They praised the trip but noted suffragette unrest made travel less safe in England. He farms hops west of town and plans to stock his pond with trout.
The Yamhill County Poultry Association plans a bigger exhibition this fall with fine young stock developing well for December 1. Premiums include several cups such as a $50 large cup. Judge Wheny of Payette Idaho will award. Show runs December 16 to 20 in Newberg. Hazel D Butler secretary.
James M. Belcher, a 1850 pioneer, marked his 90th birthday with many friends visiting at the Belcher home in LaFayette. His wife is 87, and they may reach their 70th wedding anniversary if they live to February 15. Belcher settled a donation land claim in Yamhill County in 1850 before moving to the area. Their son Captain Thomas C. Belcher of Portland and daughter Belle Belcher of the local area joined in the celebration.
A large display of prize winning sweet peas will be shown at the Rexal store on Thursday July 24. Shoppers are invited to view the exhibit.
The piece discusses how powers decide to recognize new regimes after a overthrow, noting Spain China and Mexico as examples. It explains U.S. practice since Washington, the president's sole authority to receive ambassadors, and the hesitation to recognize Huerta's rule in Mexico while Madero's government faced upheaval.
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