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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1907
Page
4
Newberg Graphic issue dated May 4 1907 notes Junction City will not be a cow town after July with promises of better outcomes for people and cows. W. C. Woodward publisher and B. Woodward printer list subscription at $3.00 yearly in advance.
The county seat town of Mc Minnville in Yamhill County Oregon is praised for its business district and well kept residences. The writer commends the town as a credit to the county and the state.
In ten days Editor Martin of the Telephone Register is named president of the county press association and shortly after a new heir arrives at his residence.
Oregon City becomes a hub for fast divorces drawing clients from outside the state as a flyer advertises rapid proceedings and easy terms. Local interests weigh benefits against potential overcrowding of case loads.
Helen M Gould stands out as one of New York's few heirs not entangled in a divorce case and she has refused to marry any of the young suitors spoiled by wealth and poor upbringing.
Hood River is known for fine strawberries and large apples while local saloons introduce a new drink trend drawing discussion. The piece notes that some advertisers push beyond sensible limits, sparking town chatter.
The Hood River Glacier reports a recent break in and suggests the burglar acted on the editor and proprietor A. D. Moe’s cheerful appearance. The piece notes Moe wore a contented smile and upscale clothes, implying a fuller money drawer was hoped for by the intruder.
Hon Frank Davey former speaker and noted state journalist now owns the Harney County News at Burns Harney County. The Graphite welcomes the newspaper to the exchange list and extends best wishes to Mr Davey.
A charge of 28.22 for a carload of sand from Portland to Newberg over twenty six miles appears high to a lay reader. Southern Pacific sets the tariff billed to Mr. Fletcher. Officials claim the Yamhill branch runs at a loss, suggesting a footing error.
The interurban road from Walla Walla to Milton has doubled land prices since operation began. This reflects a nationwide trend where such lines boost nearby property values despite skepticism about potential harm to local interests.
Swackhammer, a colored wanderer posing as a lecturer, toured Dundee last Saturday in a collar and tie without a shirt. He sought a speaking venue but was denied a house to address, provoking irritation as he railed at the locals for lacking credentials.
A Portland letter dated May 15 extols the 1905 fair special edition issued from the Graphic office. The writer requests a copy showing Newberg details and notes a desire for work, schools, churches, and no saloons. The correspondence supports strong advertising value of the edition.
In 1904 two pairs of mocking birds were received from Kansas and one pair released on the J L Hoskins farm. Recent reports from Morris Heacock confirm two pairs nesting near town with birds singing daily and at night. The piece urges protecting the birds to allow their numbers to grow in the valley.
Benjamin Janeway died May 18 at his Sherwood home after a long life starting in Jefferson County Tennessee born September 17 1838. He and his wife Mary Jane Lewis married August 24 1856 lived in Iowa and Garfield County Washington before moving to Oregon settling in Newberg and Sherwood. He was a devout Christian and leaves a widow five daughters and one son. Funeral services were held at Middleton Cemetery.
A Texas reader, A Barr Murs, notes exposure to cold winds caused throat irritation after a public speech. He attributes his relief to Ballard's Celery Syrup, claiming it cured his cough and was pleasant to take. Sold by C. F. Moore.
The note extols Chamberlains Colic Cholera Diarrhoea Remedy as the best cure for bowel complaints for all ages. It claims universal success, ease of taking when diluted with water and sugar, and urges every family to have it, sold by C F Moore.
A brief moral line emphasizes charitable service as a duty to honor one’s father and community. It frames helping others as a form of reverence and shared obligation within a civic or religious context.
Mr. J. B. Massey of 3322 C street Minneapolis says a 25 cent bottle of Chamberlain Pain Balm relieved his sciatica after over two decades of suffering and gave him sleep. Sold by C. F. Moore.
The county court appoints J. Colcord as administrator of the estate of O. H. Cone. Creditors must present claims within six months to the Bank of Newberg in Newberg Yamhill County. Dated May 5, 1J. Fenton and Clarence Bott are attorneys for the estate.
Professor J. S. Carrick provides private lessons in piano organ voice cultivation harmony and composition. Tuition is 1 50 per term of ten lessons with one hour sessions.
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