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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1896
Page
4
Poem from Florence A. Munroe published in the Detroit Free Press notes a night to morning bridge of dreams. It reflects shifting friendships and transient shadows crossing from shore to shore ending with a sense of peaceful, permanent rest.
The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that cocaine is being used on some race tracks as a stimulant for worn horses. Dosing, sometimes up to 20 grains, is done under the skin before races, causing muscular delirium and sudden speed. After races the horse often remains agitated, and owners may dose again to ensure speed.
A colonial-era piece describes Georgetown Guiana climate and disease, then shifts to Lady Aberdeen in Ottawa, noting her parliamentary attendance and unchanging demeanor. It shifts again to a dubious ad segment touting health products and a general goods promotion with claims and an agent solicitation.
The piece criticizes General Weyler as a brutal commander in Cuba likening his methods to Valmaseda’s atrocities. It notes his proclamation ordering executions for Cubans aiding the revolution and his orders forcing rural relocation. It contrasts Weyler with General Gomez who leniently treated prisoners.
The Manx cat, native to the Isle of Man, is noted for lacking a tail and having a larger, coarser body with strong hind legs. It is shy and apt to bite when caressed, hunts outdoors, and subsists self sufficiently. Its hind legs lengthened over time to aid escape and mobility among the wild, aiding pursuit of prey such as rats rabbits and birds.
Frank T Redwood advocates introducing Chinese quail to the United States claiming they will thrive in Maryland. He secured six birds last year and released them in Talbot County where they vanished. Redwood remains convinced the species will flourish and plans to import twenty more from China to release in Maryland woods.
A Philadelphia Press summary traces giant lore from fossil bones to massive prehistoric creatures. It recounts oversized elephants, a 20 foot tall human-sized misidentification in Lucerne, a 10 foot turtle found in India, and a threefold bulky lizard unearthed near Maidstone. It notes Stegosaurus scale plates, a colossal American skull with horns, and a 25 foot Triceratops-like form.
A fragment from Harlem Life shows a domestic remark about money in marriage as a speaker questions a partner's motives. The line suggests relational tension and financial focus within an urban social column.
Dr. Shrady reviews the impact of air quality on health, challenging old ventilation theories and stressing temperature and odors as key discomfort factors. A Rhode Island incident follows where clergy obtain licenses that are accidentally altered to grant liquor sale power, prompting wary smiles as they consider penalties.
A society item recounts the Emerald ball where Miss Matilda Jenkins wears pink crepon and diamonds, prompting the reporter to coin the phrase pink crepon while noting a rhinestone on the collar. The piece comments on fashion journalism and a dye of accuracy in print. Also discussed is glass powder lamantine beadwork on fabrics, detailing a resin coating process and colored glass powder application.
A vintage ad describes Keven the goat and spring sports on the common. It extols Jacob's Oil as essential for quick relief from sprains and bruises suffered in bat ball turf and boat activities. The piece blends playful verse with product praise and a quip about character.
A collage of passages from 18th century letters and periodical notes. Gresley reports Britain abolishing the sneezing salutation by snuff usage, plus remarks on wig color. Aldrich recalls Greely at the World’s Fair and a humorous U.S. crowd reaction. Folkloric bits from Fritz and a quip about common threshing.
A piano tuner explains rattles come from objects near the piano or gas jets, not the instrument. Items like glass globes, pins, teeth, coins, and hairpins can cause buzzing when keys are struck, while fixers inspect the piano to separate instrument from room factors.
An advertisement asserts Paine's Celery Compound is far superior to ordinary nervines bitters or sarsaparilla, claiming great cures and health benefits for readers seeking relief and wellness.
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