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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1904
Page
4
The Newberg Graphic published weekly with editor and publisher EB Woodward and associate editor W C Woodward. Entry shows its second class mail status and Friday morning issuance.
The piece contrasts an unusual woman’s esoteric talk with a broader discussion of local option and self government. It notes newspapers’ roles in reporting and shaping opinion about prohibition and registration, highlighting opinions from the Capital Journal and Portland saloon interests.
The Capital Journal offers praise for John Richie of Scotts Mills as a plain Quaker and experienced legislator. It notes his past service in the legislature and constitutional convention of the Dakotas, calling him a well informed man capable of contributing to lawmaking.
A capital city daily lampoons Oregon colleges strong in track and society events. It criticizes big schools with state funds for prioritizing athletics and social events over brains, praising smaller colleges that win oratory prizes.
The Gervais Star states support for Republican principles as presented by the congressman and legislative ticket. It notes its role as a newspaper with paid pages and space to rent, framing itself like a merchandise dealer while remaining aligned with Republican ideals.
A observer of successful men notes that real power is quiet and unseen. Fuss and noise arise from empty effort while genuine force is silent, like a locomotive without rumble, and a mule’s bray pales beside its kick. Empty vessels make noise, drums rattle from hollowness.
The quote praises labor of value and integrity. It asserts that the character of work matters more than its type, valuing those who perform honorable tasks well. The speaker emphasizes effort and merit over the nature of the job.
The piece argues that liquor interests claim local option stifles business, but Newberg is expanding rapidly with no saloons due to local option. It asserts Newberg is forging ahead faster than any town in the valley.
Abstract notices from McMinnville show transfers including Nace to Wm T s 7 and 8, Bik 16 Me nge Hall Bi, Hurley to Press vall, Ladd to Newberg for $100, Presswall to Smith for $800, Hampton to Dixon for 98.15 acres in Geary, Bashaw to Carey for $300, Deskins addition to Newberg.
A fragment from a 1901 ad recalls Dr. King's New Discovery for coughs and consumption with a testimonial from Mrs. B VanMetre of Shepherdtown West Virginia. It claims efficacy for bronchitis croup whooping cough grip pneumonia and consumption and advertises trial bottles and a 50 cent price. The piece also notes a Southern Pacific reduced fare conference plan from Oregon to Los Angeles with specific sale dates and a June 5 1901 return limit. Also includes a testimonial from Geo W Emory of Rocky Mills Alabama praising Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets for indigestion and a local sale by C Moore & Co.
Notice is given that T. Smith as administrator of the estate of Sarah E. Smith deceased has filed his final account in Yamhill County Oregon. The court will hear objections and consider final settlement on July 1, 1884 at 10 o'clock in the county court room in McMinnville.
Property offers eight and one third lots with a six room house barn and outbuildings to be sold by F. H. Caldwell & Co. Also advertising Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve with testimonials and sale of farm equipment.
Newberg Meat Co Stanley and Boxp offers free delivery and sells a full range of fresh meats including bacon and lard. They buy on their own to provide the best meats the valley affords.
Three chairs are available at Porter and Larkin and you can take them all with no extra expense.
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