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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1915
Page
8
A fragment discusses how criminals are tracked by thePesta Secret Service in London notes. It hints at methods and caution about moistening envelopes, implying security practices and investigative care.
A fragment recounts a witching incident where a being out of an infant allegedly suckled by a witch led to a toad that exploded in fire like gunpowder. The witch was found scorched and maimed at home. Despite weak evidence, both were convicted and the children's health improved afterward.
A fragmentary note from an ex mother discusses a prescription request and medical care concerns. The text references nerves needing treatment and mentions Pinatas ts and the youth's Companion in a dated context, reflecting a period-appropriate discussion of health and care.
An old Scottish church tale recalls two preachers named Adam and Low. The final exchange shows Adam calling out in the evening service and the improvised moment followed by the men’s morning sermon in the church.
The piece notes that friendship endures with mutual respect and small attentions. It argues that discourtesy harms bonds and that thoughtful gestures keep relationships smooth and pleasant.
Lloyd Newlin recovers enough from an ankle injury to return to school as the play Fruits of His Folly is staged to a large audience. The cast includes Jack Dunning and Percy Ogden among others, with plot twists of mistaken bets and reconciliation ending in a happy reunion. Springbrook baseball beats Fernwood 31 to 2 on March 19 and community life features blooms and local events.
N P Nelson went to Salem on a business trip last Saturday. Miss Ella Macy spent Sunday in Newberg. Dr and Mrs Hester and Mr and Mrs Clifford Terrell called on Mr and Mrs S M Calkins Sunday afternoon. Mrs Leach visits sister Mrs Peter Duranceau for two to three weeks. Mr and Mrs G W Worden travelled to McMinnville last week. Hazel Boyd stayed with Mrs N P Nelson last week. Mathew Patten attended his sister's wedding in Forest Grove last Friday. Berlin Davis and family visited from Portland to see Mrs Joanna Davis last Sunday. Mrs D P Shaw's mother and sister are visiting for a week. Jack Ellis and family left the Nelson farm for Montana likely to settle there. Harvey Anderson made a business trip to Salem Saturday and returned early this week. Ida Leach spent Saturday.
Community chatter covers visitors and family updates from Winters to Bennett and Newman. Mentions Miss Nellie Miller returning to Carlton eighth grade. Willie Wharton guests of Ross Wiley. Renna sisters attend Fosner baby funeral. Ladies' Aid gifts Mrs Helma Rey amid illness. Missionary program and offerings planned. Young People class hosts party at N Mattey’s. school events noted.
Mrs K L Tangen on the sick list. Peace talks by Ellis Pickett and Arthur Benson at the church. Spelling bee and candy sale at the schoolhouse Friday evening. WC T U meets March 13 and next at Mrs A V Hendrickson on April 10. School district votes to buy two acres. P Li Strait and Eliza Beth Meyer retained as teachers. John Jacob Astor quotes on habits and work.
Simeon Easy after sixty years on a farm finds his quarters cramped at sea. He saves space by stowing his trousers and shoes in a round cupboard beside his bed. At seven a.m. a steward is startled by his confession that the clothes vanished. The cubby-hole is revealed to be a porthole.
A called meeting of the Sieh Improvement Association will be held Friday at 3 p m in one room to discuss plans for the Prune Blossom Carnival. All members urged to attend by order of the president Martha E Parker secretary.
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