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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1916
Page
8
The label lists ingredients to help identify if the product is genuine cream of tartar powder or a phosphate or alum compound. The Royal Baking Powder Co of New York suggests checking names on tins to ensure authenticity and avoid imitators.
The article explains the 75 millimeter French field gun of 1888 with a fuse setter and a recoil absorber. It details rapid fire potential, a secret fuse-setting machine, and the gun’s evolution toward higher muzzle velocity and range using a long barrel and high explosive shells.
Quote from William McKinley emphasizes that a small savings bank in the home offers a lasting right start for children and their future, more than advice alone. It presents a call to manage finances and teach thrift within families.
The text notes vague notions of spirits not attracting attention because they are good and harmless, yet acknowledges the existence of many terrifying varieties that must be conciliat ed.
Abraham Mille Ribby argues in Atlantic Monthly that the English word love uncouples cordial approval from will in the east, while in the Orient it expresses affection for family, food, and friends. he cites biblical Hebrew usage and notes that love means goodwill toward enemies, not enamored affection, in the Great Teacher’s message of loving one’s enemies.
A forest ranger demonstrates a mud baked sage hen method. He cleans, seasons with bacon pepper and salt, covers with mud paste, digs a coal filled hole, buries the bird, and after an hour reveals a browned, wholesome scented chicken.
The Philadelphia North American notes how Japanese breeders turned a nature prank into a goldfish variety. A two tailed fantail evolved from a casual find, then further bred into a round bodied form. Variants include the retal veil tail and ribbon tail based on tail shapes.
An August 19 1763 execution on Kennington Common was halted by a mounting London fog thunder and lightning lasting about 28 hours. The crowd demanded reprieve and clashed with barriers shouting the end of the world approach. Soldiers backed the sheriff as the trial proceeded later.
A Boston Herald tip explains cleaning a coat collar with turpentine to remove dirt then alcohol to dry it. Hang in an airy place for an hour or two to restore a fresh appearance.
A Philadelphia housewife complained about high fish prices at a city market. The dealer replied in a humorous local-style jab that fish are scarce due to "beach aquariums" creating a playful justification.
A fragmentary report locates Noah's tomb in Nakhtchevan on the Ararat plain, buried beside a ruined fortress and amid vast remnants of past splendor. The text notes a broad flat landscape with relics of former glory.
A compact quote from Baltimore highlights a witty exchange on rivalry and price fixing. The remark calls two firms “twin screws” in a dig at their identical sharpness in arguing over costs. No additional context provided.
A fragment from a Browning's Magazine exchange features a sharp line about aging and tact between a wife and her husband with witty retort and a punny comparison to a goose.
The notice lists train departures for Portland at 9:08 A M, 11:02 A M, 5:28 P M, 6:58 P M, 2:05 P M, and 12:55 A M.
Lone Fir Dairy advertises milk cream buttermilk and delivery each morning. For Sale offers 9000 feet of rough dry lumber in standard sizes at 45 dollars for the lot. Oregon Hardware & Implement Co. promotes 10 percent off auto tires tubes and supplies. Eureka Oil advertises carbon cleaning for engines with nephalium base guaranteed and sold by Larkin Prince.
Lost watch fob reward offered by Harry H. Haworth Newberg Oregon for a black ribbon fob with gold buckle dark agate pear shaped One dollar reward Wanted 10 head calves or yearlings to pasture season 50 cents per month for calves 75 cents for yearlings G W Ramey For Trade bungalow lot and five rooms near new willing to take two thirds value in lots or acreage Call 109 N Meridian St A M Bray Get your mowers repaired early Larkin Prince carry Deering McCormick parts and service
A brief note expressing gratitude to those who kindly assisted us during our recent bereavement.
The Chehalem Valley Mills announces it is in the market for wool and mohair and invites calls to obtain current prices.
Cora E. Diedericks says she will be home at 205 S. Center one percent blocks from the mission all day Mondays and each forenoon and will do no business on Saturdays. Appointments made by Phone White 200.
John Gower promotes plants at The Home of Flowers in Newberg with dahlias from Oregon seed and strong rose bushes. Gower highlights Mastodon dahlia varieties and compares them to local offerings as a top choice for gardeners in the area.
Ezra Hayes will give special attention to pension business with 24 years of successful practice. Indian war claims are a feature. File your claims now at the office next door east of the Electric Light office on First Street Newberg.
Person seeks trades of Portland property for Newberg town property or nearby acres. Contact Sheldon A. Stubbs Insurance White 132 for interest and details.
Residents may order arsenite of lead spray for codling moth on fruit trees at 114 School street or Black 72. B E Langworthy.
Vermont Loan and Trust Co offers farm loans with prepayment privileges, long terms, and low rates. Contact H. E. Morton at 209 U. S. National Bank Building, Salem, Oregon. 325 pd.
W. G. Henderson says he cannot campaign for the sheriff nomination due to a rush of business in court and will rely on friends to carry his bid. Paid advertisement.
Royal Avonecherries sought by Springbrook Canning Co as it enters market readiness to contract for season supplies. Company indicates full production potential and intent to secure steady sourcing of cherries.
J. W. Henry and the noted trainer will display the horse to interested parties at the Commercial barn by appointment. Call for details and to arrange a viewing.
Portland specialist Dr Leon Smith of chronic diseases offers free examinations at the Imperial Hotel in Newberg for one day only Saturday May 20. He has 20 years of Oregon registration and has treated hundreds of patients successfully. Call to learn if you may benefit at no cost. Remember the date.
In the Irish World excerpt, the article reflects on medieval piety and holy friendships binding all levels of society from king to craftsman. It notes saints such as Apolonia, Blaise, Clare, Benedict, and Hubert as protectors against ailments and dangers, shaping a tender reverence for heaven’s guardians.
The Christian Herald notes a tablet discovery dating the multiplication table to Mesopotamian inhabitants of ancient cities. It suggests education, banking, and accounting methods were used by builders, with the tale of the table likely 6 000 years old.
A Bowery tailor shop burned out and moved to the next block. The next window sign promises reopening at 2 Street next week and offers to be a honest friend when alterations are completed.
A wife asks for a new gown for Ellen’s upcoming wedding while her husband notes she wore a similar dress recently. She insists on a fresh look to avoid repeating the previous wedding attire.
A brief quote from the Boston Transcript shows a person insisting they speak only for themselves and tell lies to callers for the family. The exchange emphasizes honesty and personal accountability in a family context.
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