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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1921
Page
3
The Newberg Graphic issue describes its editors Nottage and Dimond, publishers in Newberg Oregon. It lists the weekly publication schedule, office address at 60 First Street and contact details, pricing at $2.00 per year in advance, and its post office entry as second class matter.
Our Opportunity praises The Berrians as a catalyst for Newberg’s publicity and growth. The piece urges broad local and rural affiliation, low dues at two dollars, and collective effort to recruit hundreds, arguing country and city members should unite for a landmark venture.
The Oregon Voter presents a table of total levies for 115 cities covering city, school, county and state taxes. Newberg sits at 53.881 mills, below the state average. Prineville tops with 104.7 mills, Moro at 30 mills. The paper urges retrenchment and demands efficient spending and accountability from public officials.
An editorial praising public schools as the nation’s bulwark and urging continued strong preparation of youth. It stresses equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and the need for teachers and leaders to guide students through a changing world toward character and resourcefulness.
The piece argues ending new laws that create commissions and jobs to curb the tax levy. It cites the public service commission granting a rate rise to the telephone company despite falling prices elsewhere and questions the burden of proof on the public. It calls for a halt and insists taxes must come down.
A writer extols Newberg for its beauty. He highlights green hills, the Willamette River, and seasonal bounty including May flowers and strawberries, noting the region’s appealing climate and scenery.
A breezy note highlights a thriving garden with rocks, fruit trees, and flourishing growth amid sunny days. The snippet evokes a peaceful rural scene and productive horticulture.
The W C T U held a regular meeting on Wednesday afternoon with Mrs Potter and Florence Timmins singing. Readings included Policies of Our Future Citizens For Mother and The Word of commendation. Light cake and punch were served. Publications of the readings will follow in later Graphic issues.
The Loyal Legion of Loggers and Lumbermen meeting in Portland Oregon approved a new minimum wage of 3.00 per hour effective June 1. The plan creates a unified rate for coastal and Inland Empire districts and includes a 5 cent cut for alien section labor with a reconfirmed eight hour workday.
Portland will host one of its biggest celebrations on June 11 under the American Legion. Ex service men plan a dramatic Head On collision with two passenger locomotives wrecked on a distant track seen from the grandstand. Auto and motorcycle races and a Fat Man's Ford Race will fill the program. Special railroad rates and capacity for 50 000 spectators are planned.
The get it done motto speeds up business in Kansas City. It prompts employees and employers to tackle small tasks, clean up loose ends, and improve everyday operations. If continued, the city gains a reputation for efficiency and energetic business activity prompted by advertising in The Graphic.
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