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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
8
The district closed Friday June 12 with a well attended picnic on the old school grounds. Dr H C Dixon of Grants Pass arrived with a fine machine. children and many adults enjoyed a spin. A noon feast, program by pupils, patron talks, and afternoon ice cream and cake followed before adjourning.
E J Arnold owner of the steam swing and outdoor moving picture show in Newberg offers to sponsor a moonlight benefit Saturday evening for the berg Band boys. Features include moonlight moving pictures ice cream by the boys and the steam swing. A large turnout from country and town is expected with hitching racks to be provided.
Enos Evuis announces readiness to install septic tanks using the latest approved methods. Prepared to proceed following regulatory approval and guidelines.
A playful poem praises a remarkable hat worn by the Merry Wid Exchange. The speaker marvels at its exaggerated brim and height, describing how it dominates fashion and space from shoreline to sky. The verse ends with a playful dare to those who miss the trend.
A satirical tale cites a sanatorium patient whose recovery came after her husband bought a new hat. The Millinery Trade Review reports the woman reacted with joy upon seeing herself in the mirror and declared she was well again. The piece quips that wives’ minds may snap less with spending on hats than with strained budgets.
The Republican Congressional Committee invites submissions not to exceed 1000 words arguing why the party should prevail next November. Entries must reach the Literary Bureau by July 15 and the winning piece will receive 150 dollars and be published widely. The committee will evaluate style, facts, and persuasive power, noting that Congressional elections alongside the presidency are at stake. Manuscripts become property of the committee and may be used in newspapers and pamphlets.
A collage of local notices lists requests for gravel hauling and a red Jersey cow for sale, plus milk cows, brood sows, and various real estate offerings. It also notes unsettled accounts for J S Carrick, a lost cloud agate brooch, and local commerce for Watts and Keller's on Main Street.
Advertisement offers a lighting device described as reliable and shadow free, with guaranteed satisfaction. Also listed are high grade Cotswold sheep and two Malbrino colts with harness, ages 3 and 4, plus broken gear. Contact A W McDouGatt Dubdee Oregon via postoffice and phones.
The Newberg Meat Co advertises top quality meats and butchers supplies with free delivery and both phones available for customers.
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