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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1913
Page
4
Editor notes the difficulty of documenting the Mexican conflict while quoting a writer on the art of building up. The piece comments on political maneuvering around West possibly seeking another gubernatorial run and Secretary Daniels’ confirmation that the Oregon will be the first battleship through the Panama Canal.
The article notes many Republicans grooming for the gubernatorial nomination as competition grows ahead of the primary. It also suggests Democrats see a path to victory amid crowded candidate fields and urges youths to prepare for schooling next year, warning smokers they have little to gain from such vice.
The piece laments slow congressional action on tariff revision and currency matters while business interests suffer. It argues private sector experts would decide faster and no less correctly, condemning the excessive red tape in lawmaking.
W. J. Slater came to Newberg on Tuesday to peacefully adjust a quarrel between two men. He prevented a brewing lawsuit, noting litigation is costly and often leaves bad feelings. He urged settling out of court to save money and preserve harmony.
President Frank Jenkins and Secretary Elbert Bede urge a meeting of the Wil lamette Valley Press Association at Newport on August 17. They seek 75 new recruits in addition to existing attendees and state they will not hold the gathering unless sufficient support is pledged.
The Graphic warns that despite officials urging broad support for the association, expected attendance may fall short. It recalls past failures by Oregon newspaper men to unite, and cites G A R Encampment traffic confusion in Newberg due to vague street directions. It argues precise house numbers using North South College and East West Hancock as needed.
A speaker asserts solving the liquor issue will enable solving crime. He links crimes to women, jealousy, greed and the desire to take without giving value in return. He frames liquor as a root cause needing resolution before broader social harms can be addressed.
Ex governor Frank Hanly of Indiana and Captain Richard P Hobson will debate at Indiana Chautauquas on the resolution that the nations of the world should disarm. Hanly affirms Hobson denies.
George M. Brown of Roseburg, 17 years as district prosecutor, criticizes the jury system as defective and links most crime to liquor. He argues license revenue fails to cover costs and urges stronger controls to keep liquor out of society.
A passage notes Turkish holidays reflect Islam’s evolution, with few secular festivals. It details 1909’s constitutional anniversary in Constantinople, a grand scene on the hill of Liberty, and royal displays by the sultan. It also describes the accession day traditions and the mixed reception of Hidr Elyess among orthodox circles.
The tale recounts Fougere, a pest to Czar Paul, ordered for banishment to Siberia after a late night summons. He is driven in circles by a phantom route, only to finally appear before the czar, while the real destination remains oddly elusive.
London’s water system relied on elm wood pipes drilled and six feet long with tapered ends. At one time over 400 miles existed and the pipes leaked, decayed, and burst in frost. Cast iron began replacing them in 1830, though some wooden pipes remained in service twenty five years later.
An English tourist at Mount Vernon provokes a wary reaction from caretakers and locals. An old gardener named Shep Wright, reputedly one of the first Southerners in the Confederate army, confronts the guest with dry humor about the property’s origins.
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