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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1904
Page
4
Newberg Graphic issued weekly every Friday morning at the post office. Editor and Publisher E H Woodward oversees operations with W C Woodward as Associate Editor.
The Graphic, a republican paper, notes Newberg's rapid growth and suggests it may warrant another census at the start of next year if the rate persists. The remark reflects the editors' campaign stance and confidence in their coverage.
The passage notes Othello’s line about liquor as a hidden enemy that steals reason. It frames Shakespeare’s mock campaigning against liquor interests as a cautionary moment in the play.
If Ackerman has his way Oregon school children would be having a little of everything except reading writing and spelling. May heaven deliver us from these latter day educational fadts.
A circular from liquor dealers claims churches Sunday schools and temperance groups back local option while breweries saloons gambling houses and brothels oppose it. In the joint senator race Republicans should note the winner will shape the future US Senate pick.
Yamhill Republicans nominate Calvin Blair of Newberg for county surveyor. Blair, a Pacific College senior, is a practical surveyor by experience and expected to draw a heavy vote in the western end of the county. The piece urges planning a Newberg city park to prevent higher future costs and notes rising property values if delays continue.
Portland engages Tom Richardson of New Orleans as general hustler to spur city and state development. In his debut to local businessmen he urged burying pessimism and avoiding fault finding that hampers progress.
The Salem Statesman urges Binger Hermann to win the largest majority in this district, praising his record as an able congressman who has served Oregon well. It argues his recent work in Congress proves he remains effective and will continue to represent Oregon in the next term.
General Manager R. Koehler of the Southern Pacific in Oregon returned from a tour of the Yamhill division lines and reported everything in good condition. Patrons express gratitude for the update and are urged to stay calm when encounters rough spots.
The speaker attests to D. H. Turner's qualification for county recorder noting his accuracy and ability to keep records in order. His high esteem is reflected by his past role as state department commander of the G A R, indicating respected leadership.
B C Miles is renominated by the Republican party and is praised for his trusted, conservative business background. Citizens urged to judge him by his record and vote accordingly.
The Linn county democrats opened their campaign at Waterloo. Democratic forces will rendezvous at the same place on June 6.
A Portland common council discussion proposes an ordinance to limit automobile speeds on city streets. The piece criticizes motorists for using preferred routes, disregarding others, and notes the noiseless danger of fast cars and the lack of protection for pedestrians.
The Oregonian urges authorities to ban exploitative machines and the brutal spirit behind them, calling for strong control and enforcement to curb violence and coercion influencing the town and beyond.
An excursion from Lebanon Silverton Dallas Sheridan and intermediate points to Portland and back to all points costs one dollar. The trip includes a mission and grand stand at Portland for a baseball game against Pacific Coast League clubs. Trains depart Dallas at 7 am and Portland at 6 pm.
The Southern Pacific Co offers reduced certificate plan rates from Oregon main line points south of Portland to Los Angeles with return tickets at one third fare on presentation of a valid receipt. Sale dates span April 19 to May 7 and May 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26 and 30, with certificates honored for return by June 5, 1904. Love may be blind, but marriage is a sure remedy to restore its sight.
An advertisement extols Dr King’s New Discovery for lung and throat troubles as a universal cure. Mrs VanMetre of Shepherdtown WV testifies after bronchitis relief from one bottle. Claims include cure for croup whooping cough grip pneumonia and consumption with trial bottles free and guaranteed by F H Caldwell & Co Druggists.
Dr T G Merritt of No Mehoopany Pa reports a remarkable cure after prescribing Electric Bitters for violent stomach hemorrhages from ulceration. The patient improved from the first dose and has had no attack in 14 months. Electric Bitters touted for dyspepsia indigestion constipation and kidney issues. Sold only by F H Caldwell Co.
Geo W Emory of Rock Mills Alabama reports relief from indigestion using Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. He states he is nearly fifty one and can eat almost anything now. The product is for sale by C F Moore and Co.
Eight and one third lots in orchard condition with fruit including peaches pears plums apples cherries grapes and assorted small fruit. A six room house a good barn and outbuildings offered by Mrs EB M Hopson of Newberg Oregon via F H Caldwell Co. Also a medicinal ad for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve with testimonials and local seller details.
Two large work teams with wagon and harness offered for sale or trade. Contact D. J. Gil rt.
Stanley and Bonn advertise Newberg Meat Co offering free delivery and a wide range of fresh meats including bacon and lard. They handle their own buying to furnish top meats the valley affords.
Three chairs are available at Porter and Larkin and buyers may take them all with no additional expense.
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