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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1911
Page
4
The Newberg Graphic lists E. H. Woodward as editor and publisher. It notes publication every Thursday morning and provides office address at Graphic Building No. 0 First Street with second class mailing status in Newberg Oregon.
The Woodburn Tribune has entered the local field to divide honors with the Independent which has long led the scene. The Graphic publisher left for California on a overdue vacation and aims to return refreshed for reader service. readers’ items will be handled by staff in charge.
The Observer argues Governor West vetoed the second-choice amendment to strengthen the GOP. It praises his courage to stand pat, notes the veto was political, and criticizes the Legislature for tampering with a law passed by the people. It suggests Republicans should not complain about his actions.
Portland officials report strong state cooperation for regional development. The Promotion Committee notes support from Oregon editors, the Oregon Development League, and coast cities, with plans to secure Argentine flax seed to sustain flax processing and boost the linen industry statewide. The letter closes with signatories and thanks.
The Polk County Observer notes a political gamble in the veto incident where the governor failed to supply a persuasive justification. The piece argues the governor could have safeguarded his standing with voters by offering a stronger rationale, rather than a weak excuse.
The essay questions the West’s economic neglect amid populist reform echoes of Kansas. It notes William Allen White’s influence after What is the Matter With Kansas and reflects on flax cultivation potential and recent Minneapolis mill owner concerns.
A letter from the editor presents the first two months of the Yamhill County Spelling Contest. It lists Class A and Class B school districts, principals, and average scores for the 1st and 2nd months, encouraging improved spelling in public schools.
In the afternoon a men only meeting at Duncan's Hall will be addressed by Dr. George B. Pratt of Portland. At the same hour a Methodist church event features J C Meehan of the Portland Y M C A addressing boys 12 to 17. An evening union meeting at the Friends church includes a stereopticon lecture.
Mothers of wayward daughters may be interested in a newly opened home in a Portland suburb. Girls receive two hours of school work daily in English, plus instruction in needlework weaving laundry cooking and other household duties. The Sisters of St John Baptist supervise St Elizabeth's House 201 E 82 St North Portland Oregon.
An excursion train will depart Newberg at 7 PM Friday March 10, 1911 for the basketball game against McMinnville High School. Expected turnout and travel details accompany the event.
Next Sunday the Y M C A takes control of the day for the community youth. At eleven the association will place representatives in all churches and conduct activities, with further plans announced for the afternoon and evening.
Property listing for 89 acres four miles east of Carlton Oregon, including 25 acres under cultivation. Prune orchard and two good buildings offered by Mrs Rose Benedict of 22 Carlton Oregon.
County Clerk of Yamhill County Oregon invites sealed bids for rock crushing at listed quarries and quarry groups. Bids due March 20 1911 at 10:00 A.M. at the county office. Quarries include Poor Farm Muddy Valley Gallower Bewley Dayton Amity Stout LaFayette Burton Cove Orchard Smith Etzwiler Tallman Rex Schaad Atkinson.
Bid requests a complete quarry group sign designation to move a crusher at the bidder’s expense. Contractor must supply all else, blast quarry faces for the county, and keep the crusher in repair. Bond of 1000 dollars required. Rock measured on delivery. Dated March 6 1911. G W Jones county clerk
Notice to Contractors bids due 10:00 a m Monday March 20 1911 for construction of cuts and fills on county roads in Yamhill County Oregon. Also for lumber provision and approaches construction data on file. Bids must state location and price per job or per running foot.
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