Thursday Journal: Woodward Betters and Publishers Ad
A 1908 newspaper item noting a Thursday publication date June 25 along with a price of 1.50 dollars per year in advance for Woodward Betters and Publishers.
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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1908
Page
4
A 1908 newspaper item noting a Thursday publication date June 25 along with a price of 1.50 dollars per year in advance for Woodward Betters and Publishers.
G H Greer returns from California with observations on civic beautification and urges residents to improve Newberg’s railroad surroundings. The editorial notes poor depot environs, contrasts Oregon and California stations, and calls for thoughtful, low-cost landscaping and better site planning for future rail lines.
Miles Overholt edits Tanglefoot Magazine in Portland. The July issue includes a humorous treatise on Limburger describing its scent, aging, and effects with satirical asides about its blueness, odour, and power to repel relatives and ants.
The Rural Spirit notes New York Governor Hughes has pushed a law to end betting on horse racing while stock gambling remains legal. It argues betting harms the sport but claims racing could be self sustaining as a sport if gambling is curtailed, blaming horsemen and track managers for the moral decline.
The text notes the recall amendment takes effect immediately and requires one cent of voters to compel a candidate to stand for re election. It suggests the amendment may be favorable.
Reading from a partisan tirade, the speaker urges action against officials including State Treasurer Steel and members of the legislature who backed a nonpartisan candidate for U S senator. The text evidences discord over internal party loyalties.
Milton and Freewater gear up for a big August Peach Day celebration inviting residents to drop a line with ideas or participation.
Transfers recorded in McMinnville and Newberg include Matthew Terrell to Ora Belle Charles for Edwards Add lots 13-16 at $800. Otto Schrader to Paul Schrader for 120 acres in section 29, township 5, range 8 west at $960. United States to Brice A Robison for Lots 1-2, section 2, township 3 south, range 6 west. Lena E Taylor and hub to L E and E M Browner for 2.05 acres. Harvey Hartman to Thos D Henderson and 4 of 20 acres in section 4 west at $233.33.
Lot details from Johns Addition McMinnville show lots 7 and 8 in block 14 transferring to Frank Stephens for 300 dollars. Dawn and weight to Frank Stephens noted along with another parcel 339.03 acres belonging to Wm Miller and A Matheny. United States transfers to John Wacheno for 154.50 acres and adjacent parcels listed.
A city butcher advertises top quality meats and supplies with free delivery and two phone numbers for customer service, emphasizing superior facilities and commitment to shoppers.
Enos ELuis states readiness to install septic tanks using the latest approved methods. Prepared to proceed following regulatory approval and best practice guidance.
For Sale. By F A Crawford. 25 high grade Cotswold owes and two Malbrino colts, bit and harness broken, 3 and 4 years old, fine lookers. Postoffice Dundee, both phones. 34tt.
An old newspaper fragment advertises Angle Lamp claiming reliability and equal to gas. It notes sale by A. W. McDowea ct Dayton Oregon and C. F. Moore. It warns about kidney trouble being insidious and promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy to prevent Bright's disease and diabetes.
Classified brief noting Stromberg Carlsson telephone for sale and stock sold on installments if preferred. Also lists new phones and extra parts for sale. S. J. Madson, Mutual phone 18-3.
Catalog note indicating Lafayete Nursery Co maintains a stock of fruit trees and offers openings at their address. Mentions availability and guidance for customers seeking fruit tree varieties.
Owner C C Fercuson announces purchase of the thoroughbred General Jones No 41747 by Captain McKinney and out of Daisy Q Hill, bred for speed. The horse won a first premium at the Vancouver horse show and has a brother Chehalem who won his class at the Lewis and Clark fair. He stands at Newberg stable and is described as a 16 hand, 1150 pound prospect.
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