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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1915
Page
8
A Victorian tale recalls comedian Joe Haines known as Count Haines who evaded a bailiff during a debt pursuit. He persuaded the officer and his companion that a debt and charges were settled, leveraging a family ruse to avoid arrest.
The article notes a claim that a scimitar belonging to the shah, set with a diamond in its hilt, grants invisibility and invincibility. It references a period in Mohammed’s era and discusses the weapon as a legendary artifact.
In a humorous episode Cherubini offered to ride in Panseron's cab while Panseron walked home. Cherubini soon drove off in Panseron's cab after a quip about never seeing an umbrella again once lent. The anecdote captures a lighthearted street scene and a clever exchange.
In a village inn four weary hours pass as figures debate how the world might end. They seek counsel from Abe Hartley and exchange solemn theories about fate and destruction.
Fragmentary text notes a riverine English castle in Berebaitas County where the drawbridge is raised nightly over a historic moat. The source hints at a longstanding tradition tied to an ancient ale and a unique feature of the castle.
Readable lines describe a ciphered scene with a character named Small Jo and a tense setting. The voice hints at danger and a hidden brain or plan, mentioning a dark place and a rattled mood, but the fragmentary text leaves the outcome and full context unclear.
The text compares France’s use of metric and decimal systems with the United States reluctance to adopt new money or measurement forms. It argues the decimal method is superior and notes a stubborn habit like tailors adding extra fittings as a cultural holdover. The passage emphasizes adopting a consistent, rational system.
A correspondent asks why people crave salt when scarce and recalls scenes of Africans rushing for salt as White occupations approach. He notes men demanding salt, women clamoring, and children crying, with salt valued highly and traded in equal measure to precious goods.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses a painter and peddler in Maine with garbled lines about painting, living, and a possible dialogue. Names and specifics are unclear, leaving only hints of an artistic scene and inquiry into making a living.
The text notes a Greek used a jawbone of a snake as a cutting tool, early wedges splitting tree trunks into boards, the debate over deals versus boards based on grain, and that water-powered saws entered use in the fourth century.
Fragmentary lines describe an encounter between Dr. Johnson and a village postman, with garbled dialogue suggesting a quirky rural scene. The readable bits hint at a humorous or mysterious tone within an old village setting.
The text describes a furnace scene likened to Dante's Inferno and details about steel ribbon wrapping on a gun, noting a twelve month production span for these weapons and related manufacture efforts.
A fragment notes small amounts of ware territory attaching to each Hanse town, with emphasis on empire related matters and names newly taken during territorial adjustments.
Chinese priests conceal tiny Buddha images in living clam shells for about a year then coat them with mother-of-pearl. The shells are revered as containing Buddha, but Christians who view them lose their believed charm. Albany Journal reports this belief.
The text states that motion in machines is supplied from external sources such as human effort falling water air currents steam or other natural power. It argues against perpetual motion by noting all motion originates outside the mechanism.
The fragment discusses how ancient people viewed the parrot as not sacred or revered, noting it was not found in sacred stone scenes or mummies, and that sages viewed the bird as capable of repeating words or patterns.
A Scottish minister recalls his rule on sermon length and preparation time. He says a quarter hour needs a week of preparation while half an hour requires three days. For longer talks he claims readiness immediately.
The ad touts Monarch Malleable ranges from Larkin Home Co as top quality lasting 25 years and fuel efficient. It highlights L. J. Eddens building a 10,000 gallon concrete reservoir and John Deere spray outfits and implements from Larkin-Prince Howe Co. Farmers like Geo. B. Hagerman are urged to use genuine John Deere gear and renew subscriptions for the Furrow.
The article explains that wisdom teeth misname a late teen to early adult arrival around ages twenty to twenty five. It argues teeth completion reflects physical development not mental wisdom or discretion. The piece notes these teeth’ presence does not guarantee wisdom and growth varies among individuals.
Potsdam known as the Prussian Versailles houses four palaces founded by the great elector of Brandenburg. Frederick the Great largely shaped its splendor with preserved spars and rooms shown to visitors. A notable treasure is a copy of Frederick's works annotated in Voltaire's handwriting.
A Baltimore American quotation notes luck in starting life low rather than as a sea captain. The remark contrasts beginnings and outcomes, suggesting perseverance matters more than initial status.
A fragment from Yonkers Statesman features a dialogue about courage and fatherly disposition. It centers on young speakers debating courage and guidance as a daughter recalls a request to describe her father.
A doctor warns that the air around the city is impure, advising residents like Jacques to wait until they reach the countryside for cleaner air. The remark underscores concerns about urban air quality.
For sale cleaned white oats and a few bushels of spring wheat. Contact J. H. Rees & Son at phone number 24026. Auction or private sale details not provided.
Classified notice seeking a girl for general house work with application at the Graphic office.
J C Gregory agent Newberg Oregon states white bronze will never corrode or lettering fade and degrade over time promising permanence for markers or plaques.
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